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60 babysitters are listed in Highland Park, MI
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Highland Park, MI
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a responsible, kind, and fun person with a deep passion for working with children. Since I was 16, I have been surrounded by kids, first through circus and theater and later through my studies in human rights education. This combination of experiences has allowed me to develop strong communication, creativity, and empathy...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ingrid babysits my son frequently and takes him on outings. She takes good care of him and he has lots of fun with her! I highly recommend her!"
Care member
Hello! I have been caring for various sized families with varying needs for 10+ years. I also have over 8 years of experience working& volunteering in schools -planning, organizing, and educating students of different ages and abilities. I appreciate a silly time and am eager to learn, grow, and explore my community and our...
Kennedey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Katia M.
Highland Park, MI
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive. My previous babysitting roles have reinforced my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor, which allows me to connect easily with children of...
Mariah A.
Highland Park, MI
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! Im Mariah, I pride myself on being a helper and essential asset to the home. I am very organized and tidy. I enjoy cooking and cleaning and would be open to helping any other way I can such as laundry or running errands. I have a background in performing arts and love to incorporate this into my work with crafts, talent...
Mariah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. With two years of experience caring for children ages 3+, I'm adept at creating a safe, nurturing environment where kids can thrive.
I believe in patience, creativity, and open communication with parents. I'm always happy to...
Lechelle M.
Highland Park, MI
$11-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a passionate childcare provider with 8 years of experience in nurturing the growth and development of children. My patient and friendly nature allows me to create a welcoming environment for kids, while my creativity keeps them engaged and entertained. I'm skilled at fostering their learning and imagination through...
Laurie D.
Redford, MI
$11-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have previous experience babysitting children of all ages. I have two adult children of my own who I raised as a stay at home mom. Im looking to only babysit out of my own home.
Laurie can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"My kids loved their time with Laurie. She is friendly, attentive, on time, and my kids had a lot of fun with her. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a baby sitter and will not hesitate to use her again in the future."
David D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am Haleigh! I am a full time college student attending to become a children's clinical psychologist! I absolutely love working with kids and I am caring, nice, patient & outgoing. I am good with keeping kids on an organized schedule. I will help with schooling if needed and I love making arts and crafts. When I was in high...
Haleigh can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Adrianna V.
Harper Woods, MI
$11-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! Currently I am a 22-year-old senior at Eastern Michigan University studying environmental science. I have been babysitting since freshman year in high school and have taken a babysitting and CPR course. I have babysat ages as young as 3 months-old to 15 years old. I have also tutored ages from 6-13 in various subjects...
3.0
"She has a lot of room to learn and grow in this field. She's a sweet girl but needs to understand that being a sitter/caretaker means that she makes others lives easy. Coming home to dishes and having to tidy up and change a FULL diaper after work is disheartening....
Tiyana D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Rachel and I am 27 years old. I studied studied at the University of Michigan, c/o 2018. I am an aunt to eight beautiful nieces and nephews. Growing up, I babysat and tutored other children in our community, as well as my own nieces and nephews.
My family temporarily housed foster children and I was able to help...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"We had a great experience with Rachel last week. We were in from out of town and she sat for us with our 9 year old, 4 year old, and 6 month old. She managed them all in a hotel room nonetheless! She was incredibly kind, caring, sweet, easy to communicate with, and...
Maureen M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! :) My name's Kelly. I used to babysit in New York City through my college's babysitting agency I've babysat regularly for children (one and multiple) age ranges from 3 months to 10 years of age. I have also been an Au pair for two children for a couple of weeks. Happy to provide references.
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"I've known Kelly for 5+ years now. While she lived in New York City, she regularly babysat for my two children, ages 2 and 5. Kelly routinely traveled with my kids in NYC to parks, restaurants, etc. as well as providing child care while my wife and I were out and...
Michael K.
Zianab B.
Dearborn, MI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, a little bit about me, my name is Zianab and I am a Babysitter and Nanny with three grown children of my own whom I Truly Love with all my Heart and are my World!!! I also have a Grandson who I adore and who is my everything!!! So I have Experience with and Enjoy taking care of Children of all ages. I am Muslim,...
Zianab can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"She was great with our sons. She made sure they were fed, homework was done, and sleeping on time. I appreciated her extra motherly touches in things she does with the kids. "
Care member
Lauren M.
Royal Oak, MI
$11-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter & Nanny, A Wonderfully Fun Individual Who Has Been Called Mary Poppins!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a well rounded individual who has a passion for art and children. I have years of experience in child care and development, mentoring, art education and overall being a creative and inspiring role model for children. I have always have a high level of integrity when it comes to compassion and the care for children. I think...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Lauren took excellent care of my infant son!"
Julia M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I get along really well with kids. They love me and I just love them them too! I have been involved in child care since I turned 13 (when I became the go-to neighborhood babysitter) and have experience with all ages. My degree is in Art Education. After working in public schools I realized I prefer creating a close connection to...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Madeline has been EXACTLY! what we were looking for in flexibility and dependability! My 3 small children literally count down the days until Madeline is expected to come again! Her engagement is above expectations and I am so thankful we have connected to manage...
Jessica K.
Mikah S.
Harper Woods, MI
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Teen Babysitter Available Whenever You Need Me With Over 6 Years Of Experience.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Mikah. I've been babysitting since I can remember being old enough to watch my little brother. I also babysit all the rest of my younger cousins and I am pretty much the go-to person when it comes to babysitting for family and friends because of my love for babies and children. May of 2021, I graduated from the...
Mikah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mikah is wonderful! She is patient, kind, energetic, and professional. I am very thankful to have her assistance with my toddler."
Naomi M.
John C.
Detroit, MI
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Available For Part Time Child Care For Sitting And Transportation
5.0
(1)
I'm a hard working gentlemen who is retired. I provide transportation and sitting services to young children and teenagers. I am easy going with a great personality who is honest and I work well with children. My additional skills are meal preparation and cleaning. I enjoy cooking.
John can also help with: Carpooling, travel
5.0
"John C was very pleasant, easy going and he had a great personality. He transported school age children to and from school with no issues or concerns. I would definitely hire him again for services."
Levita C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been watching my little sisters for my whole life. I have also been babysitting my neighbor's children for five years. I also teach swim lessons and I am certified in CPR.
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love children and have a passion for childcare. I've worked in the charter school system with middle school students. I was also director for Southfield summer camps since 2014.
I'd describe my personality as kind, loving, fun.
5.0
"Johnyce,
Is absolutely wonderful. She came to meet our little guy before the first appointment and was really great. We are grandparents raising our infant grandson and she was understanding and flexible. We felt that he was safe and in great attentive hands....
Dee Dee O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Victoria and I'm 27 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 12, worked at two children's play places (one of which I was in management), and was employed full time at a daycare for two and a half years and was a private nanny for 2 and a half years before leaving to work in the medical field. After the...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We highly recommend Victoria. She took care of our 16 month old son several days each week over the last 9 months as he transitioned through some big milestones from crawling to walking, talking and now, running around and was terrific through each stage. She is...
Care member
Maha H.
Dearborn, MI
$40-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting since I was 16 years old, am reliable, punctual and a very effective communicator! I work as a freelance artists and photographer when I'm not nannying! I have both a bachelors and masters degree!
Maha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
3.0
"Maha was great with our newborn son. When she chose to help with the household chores, she did a great job with them. She helped us for a few weeks. As time progressed, it was discovered we had a mismatch of interpersonal values."
Carolyn K.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Highland Park, MI
Ingrid S.
5.0
Ingrid was great! She watched our 18 month old for just a few days and our daughter immediately felt comfortable with her. Ingrid kept her active and busy. We will definitely be using her again for date nights.
- Care member
Laurie D.
5.0
My kids loved their time with Laurie. She is friendly, attentive, on time, and my kids had a lot of fun with her. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a baby sitter and will not hesitate to use her again in the future.
- David D.
Adrianna V.
3.0
She has a lot of room to learn and grow in this field. She's a sweet girl but needs to understand that being a sitter/caretaker means that she makes others lives easy. Coming home to dishes and having to tidy up and change a FULL diaper after work is disheartening. Hopefully she grows from this.
- Tiyana D.
Rachel B.
5.0
We had a great experience with Rachel last week. We were in from out of town and she sat for us with our 9 year old, 4 year old, and 6 month old. She managed them all in a hotel room nonetheless! She was incredibly kind, caring, sweet, easy to communicate with, and overall a lovely person. I would...
- Maureen M.
Kelly K.
5.0
I've known Kelly for 5+ years now. While she lived in New York City, she regularly babysat for my two children, ages 2 and 5. Kelly routinely traveled with my kids in NYC to parks, restaurants, etc. as well as providing child care while my wife and I were out and about. She's dependable, timely, and...
- Michael K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Highland Park, MI:
How can I find a Highland Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Highland Park, 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 6 babysitters in Highland Park, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Highland Park, MI?
The average rate for Highland Park, MI babysitters on Care.com is $14.33 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 Highland Park, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Highland Park, 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.