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319 babysitters are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI
Audrey H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been babysitting since I was a junior in high school, starting with the children of family friends. The ages varied from 4-7. In the Summer of 2018 I started working at a childcare center and continued working there a few weeks in the fall and winter when I was home from school. I was in charge of watching children from...
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Rachel E.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Rachel and I am a 27-year-old registered nurse living in Grand Rapids. I started working with children when I was in college at Michigan State 9 years ago. I have worked jobs ranging from casual babysitting to full time nannying in the summer. I have experience working with children of all age ranges including...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 30-year-old woman with eight years of nanny experience. I am CPR certified, vaccinated, I have my own car, and have previous medical field experience. It all started back when I was a little girl, I always wanted to be a "mothers helper". Through school years I did a lot of babysitting. When I entered adulthood I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! Babysitting has been the most consistent job over the years for me and I love it. I am the type of babysitter to play with the kids and want to spend time with them. I love to try new things and want to make sure the kids I'm watching are having fun. I love to cook therefore, I am able to cook meals for the kids or the...
Catharina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Katie was an amazing sitter, playmate, and friend for our 2 year old this past summer! She has high energy, is kind and present with little ones, and is responsible. He had a blast on "Katie days." I'd highly recommend working with Katie! "
Kristen C.
Emaline G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emaline and I have been a professional nanny for 5 years, with 11 years of babysitting experience. I love helping kids grow and learn through play and activities! I worked at Head Start for Kent County as an assistant teacher in both 3&4-year-old classrooms, so I know the preparation needed for children to excel...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I've nannied many different families over the past years with children ranging from 1-10 years old. Care. com has previously connected me to 2 awesome families I nannied for, and I am once again hoping to find a part-time nannying job! In May I graduated from Hope College (business major, communications minor), but I am...
Elena can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Anna Y.
Grand Rapids, MI
$11-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced and dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of supporting families and positively impacting young lives. I've been a professional caregiver for three years and am comfortable...
Megan H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$16-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan and I would love to care for your kids. I am currently studying Elementary and Spanish education at Hope College, and I have over eight years of experience in babysitting. I have spent my last three summers counseling at Camp Scottie, working as Head Counselor as well as holding a leadership position this...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Marisa M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Marisa and I'm 23 years old. I'm on this site to find the right family to either babysit or nanny for around the Grand Rapids area. I graduated with my bachelors degree last spring and after a year of career experience I'd like to go back to childcare for a while before I go back to school! I'm currently looking...
Marisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Christie V.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a college student at Rice University. I love working with kids and pets! Still a kid at heart so I will make the best babysitter and friend for your kids! I have a little pup of my own at home so I am very happy to take care of your pets too!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! :) I go by Rowan, and I just moved to Grand Rapids last December with the intent of finding a part-time position as a sitter. I am a third year psychology student at GVSU with two cats and a love for books! I have over a decade of experience in babysitting, starting at age 10 as a mother's helper - continuing to one of...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Kaitlynn F.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm ideally looking to babysit one or two days a week, this could be consistently or for special occasions!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Brittney. I graduated from Ferris State in 2020 with a Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education. While attending college, I was employed at the Early Learning Center as an infant/toddler caregiver. I am now a 4-year-old teacher at Head Start! I've been with Head Start for 4 years now. I am very reliable and would...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Over the past year I have nannied for several families part time ranging from infants to toddlers to school agers.
For the 2024 school year I have an after school job lined up but I may have some morning and Friday / weekend availability.
I'd describe my personality as fun yet sensible and easygoing.
I've been babysitting and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
I am studying Psychology and Social Work and hope to become a child therapist specializing in play therapy. I have been around kids younger than me my whole life, but I "officially" began babysitting when I was in seventh grade. I have cared for babies and children up to the age of 12, but I am confident in my abilities to...
Addison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Olivia B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Babysitter, Tutor, and Current Healthcare Worker
Vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19.
BLS/CPR Certified.
I love kids and pets!
I have taken care of children as young as 6 months through 12-year-olds, thus far. I am eager to get experience with all ages, younger and older. I am used to light housekeeping and meal prep,...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Madeline B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience and I am CPR certified. I have always enjoyed babysitting because it does not feel like a job to me! I have nannied as well as babysat short term for date nights, errands, etc. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello :) I'm Adelaide, a full-time Social Work student in the evenings with a special interest in psychology and early childhood development, as well as an engaging, creative, and patient babysitter/nanny with over 9 years of experience with caring for children with ages ranging from infants to elementary schoolers. I have...
Adelaide can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Shannon H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun-loving Speech-language Pathologist Who Loves Working With Children
Hi there! I am a speech-language pathologist with 8 years of babysitting experience, 4 years as a camp counselor and 2 years of speech therapy experience. I am CPR certified, have a master's degree in speech-language pathology and am passionate about working with children! I also love working with dogs and have 2 large dogs of...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have been babysitting/nannying for about 8 years and have experience taking care of children of all different ages from infant to 13-year-olds. I am not currently looking for a recurring job, but looking for the occasional night or day time gig. I have done a lot of cooking, cleaning, coming up with activities, tutoring, and...
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Grand Rapids, MI:
How can I find a Grand Rapids babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Grand Rapids, MI can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 319 babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Grand Rapids, MI?
The average rate for Grand Rapids, MI babysitters on Care.com is $16.73 per hour as of February 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Grand Rapids, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews of the 319 listed babysitters.