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131 babysitters are listed in Kalamazoo, MI
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Kalamazoo, MI
Brenna O.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Child Whisperer Extraordinaire: Your Go-To Babysitter For Fun And Adventure!
5.0
(1)
I am dedicated to providing top-notch care for children and animals, ensuring their safety, happiness, and well-being. I have 4 years of experience watching children between 0-13 years old. I also have a lifetime of experience with dogs, cats, and small animals.
My childcare services include:
In-home babysitting
Date night...
Brenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"Brenna was amazing! She was attentive to my sons needs and always gave me updates on how he was doing. She’s punctual and trustworthy. You can tell she really cares about our son and genuinely loves what she does. Highly recommend! "
Care member
4.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lexi and I am a Senior at WMU. As a little bit about me, I am majoring in Occupational therapy and minoring in ASL and psychology. I have been a competitive dancer since 1st grade. I am on the WMU Dance Team. With dance over the years, I have had the opportunity to assist and teach little kids, which has helped...
Lexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 58-year-old young grandmother to a 6-year-old and 3-year-old twins - all girls. I'm a (17 years) WMU staff member with an eye on retirement. I'd like to babysit occasionally in the evenings and/or weekends. My granddaughters have a bedroom/toy room at my house, so watching children in my home is an available option if you...
Cindy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Cindy took great care of our animals. I will definitely be using her again and I would recommend her to anyone looking for an Animal Caregiver."
Laura W.
Arielle S.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've worked at a childcare here in Kalamazoo where I cared for children 6 months to 5 years old. I've been an in-home care provider for families as well. Both have blessed me with the opportunity to bond with children with autism and Down syndrome.
I adore children and pride myself on building positive, healthy relationships...
Arielle can also help with: Grocery shopping
5.0
"My children love Arielle. They are all excited to see her and she is very active and loving to my girls. If you want someone to treat your children as her own, she is the one. She is on time, dependable, and trustworthy. She is our go to date night sitter!"
Ashley C.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while prioritizing children's safety and well-being. Trusted by parents, and provide affection for all of the children I care for. Seeking a responsible role as a babysitter for your family. I have 10 years of experience and also a 3yr old of my own. I am very...
Angel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Angel took care of our 3 kids (ages 7, 3, and 1) for a whole day. They had a blast together, and Angel took excellent care of the baby while managing the two very active older brothers!"
Caroline R.
Charlotte R.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi! My name is Charlotte, and I'm a 22-year-old college student studying Human Resource Management and Economics. I have six years of experience working with children from 6 months to 13 years old and can provide excellent references to back up my experience.
I love working with kids and believe in creating a fun, safe, and...
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Charlotte is a sweet, hardworking girl and makes herself accountable to any schedule! She is also very organized and makes an effort to make a relationship with the kids that she works with! I would recommend her 100%."
Liberty A.
Anneka L.
Kalamazoo, MI
$13-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! I have completed my Fine Arts degree and am currently finishing up my Gender and Women's Studies minor and I am looking for part-time work. I am a singer and a professional dancer and actor. I love children and have been babysitting and teaching for many years. I enjoy pets, being outdoors, art, and telling stories. I am...
Anneka can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Anneka has a maturity level and depth of character beyond her years. She is honest, fair, kind, and follows through on the tasks before her. She has an ever-present beautiful smile and a heart for service. She would be a great blessing in any capacity. "
Lori R.
Megan K.
Kalamazoo, MI
$14-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been babysitting/nannying for almost 11 years now. I have many years of experience as a youth camp leader with children aged 4-7 normally in groups of 10. I also have worked in my churches care center with children 3 months to 5 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 13 for families around my neighborhood. I...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Megan has been our nanny for almost a month. She is punctual, dependable, and awesome with our 20 month old. She does an awesome job making meals, cleaning up, playing with our son, going outside, teaching him through crafts and games. She is amazing and such a...
Julia K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a friendly and disciplined babysitter with many years of progressive experience in nurturing and developing children of different ages. I am a super detail-oriented individual who has a special talent for preparing meals and formulas, serving meals, handling children's overall activities, changing diapers and managing...
Holly can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"Holly is a delight! She exceeds my/our expectations every time she cares for me or my husband. A very caring, thoughtful, intelligent, non-judgmental and considerate person, she always wants to care for us as we want or need, not "her way." Holly demonstrates...
Joellen F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sydney! I come with many craft projects up my sleeve, an arsenal of fun facts, and plenty of patience. For me, the best part about being around children is watching their imaginations at work and encouraging their artistic expression. I love to read aloud and spend lots of time outside.
I primarily have experience...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sydney is the best! She goes above and beyond, bringing arts and crafts materials for my son, playing games, etc. Always on time, reliable. She's been working for us now for a couple of months, and we would definitely recommend her to be hired by other families."
Hilary J.
Katherine M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am organized, dedicated, thoughtful, and I love working with kids. Whether as a nanny, tutor, mentor, coach, pod teacher, or recess coordinator, I have worked with a wide variety of children from many backgrounds as they navigate and grow as individuals. My background includes infant up to high school age students and I...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kat is the type of caregiver you dream about, and miss dearly when she is gone. She truly is one in a million. Kat watched our kids (then 3 & 5) along with 3 others during covid, for 9 months, 4 days a week. She did daily montessori and spanish lessons, took...
Audrey G.
Jamiese E.
Kalamazoo, MI
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am a Graduate of Western Michigan University with a Bachelor's Degree in Child and Family Development April 2020. I also have a Masters Degree in Youth and Community Development as of April 2022. I am passionate about Experience-Based learning, as well as social-emotional education and physical development. I am...
Jamiese can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Jamiese responded promptly to our request, and did a fantastic job watching our 3 children. We will definitely use her again. "
Maggie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rachel. I have been working with children since a young age. Currently I am taking classes in communications, but I have 2 years of previous Elementary Education experience. I love arts and crafts and coming up with creative ideas to keep children engaged and using their imaginations.
Rachel can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel is AMAZING with our son and she has become part of the family. My son gets excited every time Ray Ray comes over and she has made many days super special for him. She's kind, patient, and willing to take my son on adventures to gymnastics, the museum, etc....
Brianna R.
3.7
(3)
Hello! I am a 36 yr old special needs mom of 2 located in Southwest Michigan I have working in the special education field for about 2 yrs now various positions I would love to get to know you and your family!
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Lisa is an absolute pleasure! My girls adored her! She's funny she's sweet.. my girls enjoyed the craft projects she brought with her for each holiday! Highly recommend Lisa "
Danielle K.
Sam K.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver with three years of experience, I am dedicated to fostering children's growth and nurturing their development. I have a passion for providing a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to engage children in...
Sam can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"She took all the efforts that she could to be punctual, take care of the child, take care of the house. She's AWESOME!"
Ashish B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Originally from California. I've been living in Kalamazoo for six years. I recently finished my master's degree program in early childhood. I currently work as a GSRP Pre-k teacher and run a summer program. I have many years of experience with young children and school age children!
Julie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids really liked Julie. She did a great job following directions. Friendly and very nice girl. Very responsible"
Cynthia S.
Sierra H.
Kalamazoo, MI
$22-33/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sierra, I am 32 years old and I have over 15 years of experience working in childcare.
I have worked as a pre-K teacher as well as a live in/ live out nanny. I have experience with all age groups but most of my experience is with infants and toddlers.
I love being able to be a part of watching children learn...
Sierra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were so lucky to have Sierra cared for our infant daughter! She was very responsible, experienced, punctual, and creative! She designed many sensory games to entertain my baby and help her to explore the world. She insisted on practicing tummy time to ensure...
Yu Z.
Kristin S.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Certified Babysitter - Much Experience With Children And Animals
I have taken and completed a red cross babysitting class. I am first aid certified. I have taken numerous courses on child development and behaviour. I have been employed at the YMCA since 2017 and have experience with infants to elementary age kids. I also have 4 dogs and 2 cats and have experience with birds as well and I am...
Kristin can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am junior at Western Michigan and have been babysitting since I was a freshman in high school. I have been in charge of at most 4 children ranging from 4 months to 12 years old. I can cook and clean and I love coming up with fun creative games/crafts for the kids. I am also CPR and first aid certified through the red cross. I...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, my name is Madilynne and I'm 23 years old. I work from home part time. I'm also in nursing school at GRCC. I love children and animals. I have experience with infants and toddlers.
Madilynne can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Kalamazoo, MI
Brenna O.
5.0
Brenna was amazing! She was attentive to my sons needs and always gave me updates on how he was doing. She’s punctual and trustworthy. You can tell she really cares about our son and genuinely loves what she does. Highly recommend!
- Care member
Cindy C.
5.0
Cindy took great care of our animals. I will definitely be using her again and I would recommend her to anyone looking for an Animal Caregiver.
- Laura W.
Arielle S.
5.0
My children love Arielle. They are all excited to see her and she is very active and loving to my girls. If you want someone to treat your children as her own, she is the one. She is on time, dependable, and trustworthy. She is our go to date night sitter!
- Ashley C.
Angel M.
5.0
Angel took care of our 3 kids (ages 7, 3, and 1) for a whole day. They had a blast together, and Angel took excellent care of the baby while managing the two very active older brothers!
- Caroline R.
Charlotte R.
5.0
Charlotte is a sweet, hardworking girl and makes herself accountable to any schedule! She is also very organized and makes an effort to make a relationship with the kids that she works with! I would recommend her 100%.
- Liberty A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Kalamazoo, MI:
How can I find a Kalamazoo babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Kalamazoo, 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 131 babysitters in Kalamazoo, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Kalamazoo, MI?
The average rate for Kalamazoo, MI babysitters on Care.com is $16.02 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 Kalamazoo, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Kalamazoo, 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 Kalamazoo, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Kalamazoo, MI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews of the 131 listed babysitters.