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Hi, my name is Sheilah and I have over 20 years of experience taking care of individuals ranging from newborn to the elderly. I'm a positive and energetic mother of three and grandmother to two grandchildren. My passion is watching and teaching kids about this fantastic world around us. I grew up taking care of children with...
Sheilah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. With over 30 years of experience, I bring the skills and knowledge needed to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your children. I am calm, patient, and creative, and I prioritize open communication with parents to provide the best care...
Hello! My name is Jasmine and I have been a nanny for 5+ years. I am 24 years old and originally from a small town in Northern Michigan called Pellston. I am currently working to get my degree in sonography!
On my free time I love to spend days hanging out with my friends, reading, or taking my puppy on walks or rides. I love...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Dasha E.
Petoskey, MI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old, and have a 3-year-old daughter! I have my Early Childhood Education degree, and was a lead teacher in an infant room. If interested shoot me a message.
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Dasha is my daughter. She loves children and you would never find a more caring and attentive babysitter!"
Linda L.
Janette B.
Petoskey, MI
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of children in a variety of settings (babysitting, pre school teacher, nanny, home day care) for over 25 years. I enjoy working with children of all ages, especially infants and toddlers. I am a mom of an exceptional 17-year-old daughter and 3 young adult step daughters. I have many area references and a...
Janette can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Such a nice calm presence about her with children and adults. Very kind. Very trusting. Great with kids of any age. Very dependable. Plays very well with children. I like that I did not find her to be on her phone frequently or social media etc. You will not find...
Jill B.
Gay H.
Petoskey, MI
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teacher, Childcare & Educational Services, Field Trips & Nature Excursions
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a retired teacher providing in-home childcare and educational curricula services. My experiences have included working with both general education and special needs students. I lead a healthy, active lifestyle and enjoy planning engaging enrichment activities, nature excursions, field trips and participating in...
Gay can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We enjoyed working with Gay. She provided great care for our kids on the short notice. Highly recommended!"
Michael M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a patient, caring, easy going and responsible person. I have had 4 years of experience with children ages 2 months to 10-years-old. I have worked at a nature based preschool, have been a babysitter for multiple families, worked at a local animal and am currently working . I am comfortable with pets. Disney is my life so...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamie was great! She was on time and worked really well with my son. He was teething and she handled his cranky attitude really well. She was great! "
Care member
Hi! I am looking to be a nanny for a family throughout the summer, starting in June, preferably from around 7 or 8 in the morning to around 5 or 6 in the afternoon, along with a consistent schedule. I have helped my aunt with her daycare for two summers with up to 12 kids on certain days. I love kids and love babysitting! I know...
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
April B.
Petoskey, MI
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello, my name is April. I am 22 years old and have been babysitting since I was 14. I enjoy working with kids and am able to help meal prep as well as light housekeeping. I am comfortable watching multiple kids ages 1 and up and do not mind helping out with homework. Able to work any weekdays from 6:00am-6 p.m.
April can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kaycee D.
Petoskey, MI
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am also studying child psychology in college.
Kaycee can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Hi there! I absolutely love working with kids and babies. I love their playfulness and energy and being someone who can care for them and support them. I am CPR certified for both infants and children. I have had experience with childcare including both infants and children. Feel free to let me know if you have any...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Martyna K.
Petoskey, MI
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, humble and patience
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old. Vacation work and after full time nanny. In 2022 I graduated nursing school in Poland.
In my spare time, I like to cooking, listening to music, spending time with my family and friends, doing all outdoors...
Kristen W.
Petoskey, MI
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a compassionate and seasoned childcare provider with over a decade of experience nurturing and educating children of various ages. My passion lies in fostering their growth and development, which is why I'm always seeking opportunities to make a positive impact on their lives.
As a caregiver, I prioritize patience and...
Charlotte H.
Petoskey, MI
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for working with children, and after several years of fulfilling babysitting roles, becoming a caregiver was a natural career progression for me. I find great joy in positively impacting children's lives and am committed to supporting families by providing a reliable childcare option.
I'm a patient,...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kendra. I graduated from Northern Michigan University with a major in Spanish and pre-medicine, and a minor in chemistry. My caregiving journey began at 12 and has grown into a fulfilling career. I've worked as a live-in nanny, professional nanny, tutor, and educator at a private high school.
In addition to my...
Kendra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Kayla P.
Petoskey, MI
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Kayla and I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 and I am currently 24. I was apart of the non profit organization called The Young Americans for 4 years where I traveled internationally teaching music and performing to kids and adults of all ages. My last two jobs were an assistant teacher in a pre-k...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a full-time childcare professional. Previously, I worked as a live-in nanny for 4 children ranging from newborn to 7 years old. I have also worked in professional setting with children up to 15 years old. I enjoy spending quality time with littles including reading, arts and crafts, imaginative play, outdoor activities and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Michelle S.
Petoskey, MI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been babysitting for families in the Northern Michigan area since high school. I love to do outdoor activities, playing with pets, listening to music, crafts, and games while babysitting! I am a Central Michigan University graduate with a degree in Elementary Education. I was a teacher in Alaska, New Mexico and at...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Sadie R.
Petoskey, MI
$11-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sadie. I was born and raised in northern Michigan. I enjoy spending my time outdoors, baking, and being crafty. I graduated with my associate degree in early childhood education at North Central Michigan College in 2018 and I am currently pursuing a bachelor degree in elementary education with a focus in early...
Sadie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Sadie was very sweet and our children loved her. She spent two days with my daughter and her friend while we were at a wedding and I trusted her straight away. We messaged continuously before the wedding and she didn't mind a bit. She was responsive, punctual and...
Kristen M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Harbor Springs, MI
Dasha E.
5.0
Dasha is my daughter. She loves children and you would never find a more caring and attentive babysitter!
- Linda L.
Janette B.
5.0
Janette took excellent care of our 11 month old son for daycare in our home. Reliable, easy to communicate with, and left notes on how each day went! We have a full house of three dogs and a cat and she was accommodating to their energy too! I would recommend her to anyone looking for someone to...
- Rachel B.
Gay H.
5.0
We enjoyed working with Gay. She provided great care for our kids on the short notice. Highly recommended!
- Michael M.
Jamie F.
5.0
Jamie was great! She was on time and worked really well with my son. He was teething and she handled his cranky attitude really well. She was great!
- Care member
Sadie R.
5.0
Sadie was very sweet and our children loved her. She spent two days with my daughter and her friend while we were at a wedding and I trusted her straight away. We messaged continuously before the wedding and she didn't mind a bit. She was responsive, punctual and extremely friendly. I would 100%...
- Kristen M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Harbor Springs, MI:
How can I find a Harbor Springs babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Harbor Springs, 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 1 babysitters in Harbor Springs, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Harbor Springs, MI?
The average rate for Harbor Springs, MI babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of April 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 Harbor Springs, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Harbor Springs, 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.