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5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Mariah and I am 23 years old. I have 4 years of babysitting experience with ages ranging from newborn- teen. I would love to get to know a family and help their little grow/thrive in all aspects of life. Here are some of my favorite qualities about myself: I am trustworthy, nurturing, fun, creative, patient,...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Thank you for taking such great care of my home. I have been very pleased with your service and I am so thankful jamie selected you to clean for us! Mariah did an awesome job, she can clean better than I do! I feel like my house is brand new again! Thank you!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have always had fun watching little ones in the nursery at my church and around the neighborhood (I grew up with six siblings).
I am also comfortable with pets. I have two huskies and have had cats all my life.
I am an LPN and have an up-to-date BLS. I don't smoke and I own a car for transportation.
I am in school...
Sarena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I completely trust my young children to Sarena's care while I am absent."
Char V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Working as a summer camp counselor for 5+ years has really opened my eyes to how great kids are! I have so many ideas for how to engage your kids and help them learn new things. I am a huge outdoor enthusiast and love doing things like hiking and swimming.
I graduated in April 2022 with my Bachelor's of Social Work and I am...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom of two grown kids and I also have two awesome grands.
I was a 911 operator and police/fire/medical dispatcher for 18 years and previous to my time as a dispatcher I had nearly finished nursing school and have taken BLS and CPR classes.
I am a recent breast cancer survivor and I'm feeling great. I have finished all...
Cindy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cindy is a kind, knowledgeable, generous soul. She always followed our instructions and cared for our child the way we intended. Cindy never hesitated to let us know if she noticed something concerning, which was appreciated! She'd send me updates and pictures...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been baby sitting since I was 16 years old. I have worked back home at a day care for the past four years. I have taken care of infants, toddlers, pre-schoolers, and school-age kids. I am very responsible and I love children. I am currently a Senior at Grand Valley State University and I am majoring in Special Education....
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa was a wonderful sitter for our two boys. She is very kind and genuine. I felt comfortable the moment I met her. She always took great care of our infant-now toddler-son (she primarily watched him). Always wrote down his feeding times, nap times, etc. and...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am friendly and passionate 23-year-old Certified Nursing Assistant I love being able to communicate and have fun with people . I have worked in multiple different settings I am always open to side jobs. I do have a learning disability but I don't let that stop me!! I even have 25-35 nieces and nephews all together. Look...
Ciana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ciana made herself available, on a last minute request, to watch our 5 year old daughter on a Sunday afternoon. She is the first, outside of family/close friends, to watch our daughter. She made us feel very comfortable by allowing us to get to know her before we...
Mandy L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you for reading my profile! I am a patient, affectionate, fun and reliable person with 4 years of experience in babysitting. I am also a mum and an aunt to 6 nieces and nephews whom I've had the experience of taking care of tutoring, storytelling, teaching art and cursive writing! I genuinely love kids, and enjoy seeing...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She is reliable and very friendly, my son lived having her as a babysitter."
David C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Sarah! Working with children has always been a passion of mine, so I went on to study Early Childhood Education at Cornerstone University. Upon graduation, I worked as a lead teacher in a 12-18 month daycare classroom before becoming a professional nanny.
I have a decade of lifeguarding experience, so I take water...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We felt that our 5 month old was in excellent hands with Sarah on our night out while on vacation. She was punctual, professional and highly qualified to care for our infant. We absolutely recommend her!"
Peter B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My husband and I have 2 dogs. I have 6 siblings (including myself) and I am the second oldest, so I have a lot of experience with infants, children, and teenagers. I love working with children of all ages, but caring for infants is my specialty and absolute favorite!
Also, I have an extensive history in the medical field. I...
Kaley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Kaley was so great with my daughter. My daughter loved Kaley and had so much fun! Definitely recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I love babies, young children, and animals and being a part of children's' health, happiness, and development. When my son was a young child, I was a licensed home day-care provider for infants through children aged seven. I have an Associates Degree in Child Development and Bachelors in Psychology. Working with families with...
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Patty has been great with our almost 2 year old. He loves spending time with her! She is a good communicator and we have really enjoyed having her take care of our son."
Alison M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently working full time and unavailable.
Being a mom myself, I understand how important it is to find a trustworthy nanny who will become a part of your family. I have experience with infants, toddlers and school age children. It has always been the highlight of my day to see the children I nanny for and their bright...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica has been our nanny for the past 3 years (starting when my son was 2.5) and is only leaving us because my son is going to school full time next year. Jessica is kind, loving, safe, communicative and incredibly reliable. I feel like she is a member of my...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love music, reading, and being outside/active. I've been married to my husband, Joshua, for 4 years and counting. I like planning activities and making sure the children I care for get plenty of time outside.
I truly would appreciate if you chose me to watch your kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma has an approachable, fun, and authoritative demeanor with children. She is creative, wise, and even tempered. With her experience having a special needs sister she can readily find solutions to a variety of situations. I find her very trustworthy, wise,...
Suzanne R.
5.0
(1)
I've been a full-time teacher for 13 years and have taught at public and private schools. I've taught nationally and internationally. I've recently been recognized as a state finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching.
I have experience with tutoring neurodiverse students.
Audry can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Audry for about 8 years. She is excellent when working with kids. She respectful, responsible, genuine, emphatic and very caring. Most of the students that have had her class see her a role model. I highly recommend her to take care of your kids. She...
Cindy R.
4.0
(1)
Outgoing and sociable nanny with impending Masters degree, Bachelors in Psychology, and associates in Early Childhood Education. Over 8 years in childcare experience including mastery level completion of the Early Childhood Education II program at OHM Boces. Most recent position held with family of three children, since 2020.
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Rachel was a former student of mine who is now doing some observation hours in my classroom. She is a responsible, caring young adult who works hard to get the job done and does it to the best of her ability."
Rosemary P.
Brianna Z.
Grand Rapids, MI
$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Brianna, but I go by Bee! I am a lover of all things vintage, nature, and pollinating those around me with kindness. I'd describe my personality as caring, whimsical, and hardworking
I value the perspectives kids bring to their day-to-day lives. Ever since I can remember, I have enjoyed taking care of kids. From...
5.0
"Bee was great, I'd hire her again!"
Nicholas E.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm an experienced nanny/babysitter looking for work in the Grand Rapids area. I have 8 years of experience Working with three different families. I have worked with kids ages newborn to 12 years old. Kids love me because I'm fun, respectful, caring, and responsible. They will feel safe with me and safety is my number one...
5.0
"Sam is punctual, reliable and dependable. We will definitely be hiring her again!"
Jeffrey K.
Alexa L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alexa and I am a 24 yr old kid lover. During my senior year of highschool I took a lifeguarding class (includes CPR) and an early childhood education course, followed by coaching 3 to 15 yr olds, nannying for 5 years, and watching/ loving on my nephews ages 2 to 6 1/2 years. The past couple years i've really...
Alexa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Alexa was the nanny to our 2 daughters ages 3 and 4 for one school year. We all (parents included) loved having Alexa as our nanny! Alexa always made sure our girls stayed on schedule, were fed, dressed, hair done, and teeth brushed faster than we could do it...
Mandy P.
Alexis L.
Rockford, MI
$20-33/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lexi and i'm 20 years old! I have 8 years of experience watching my younger brothers and children of family/friends. I currently nanny for a few different families! I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry, cooking, and errands! I would be so grateful to watch your kiddos!
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lexi was amazing with our son. He really enjoys every day with her! She was always timely and communicates very well! She would even plan fun activities ahead of time and clear it with us before she watches our son, she’s the sweetest! Lexi is flexible, very...
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kaylana (Kay), I am 20 years old, and I have a 1-year-old son. I love working with kids. I have 4+ years of experience with kids of all ages. I am currently employed at a daycare where I teach a class of 1-4-year-olds. I also have 1 years of experience as a in home caregiver for elders and veterans.
More about me: I...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am experienced and live in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
I have worked with children since I graduated from High School. My experience includes both professional and natural settings, including: Professional live-in Nanny, Volunteer Parent-Aid, Preschool teacher, VBS Appalachia Reach Out Volunteer in Inez Ky, YMCA Camp...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amy has a real desire to serve and help other people. She is a hard worker who is excels at care giving and has the patience and experience to be a valued employee. I would highly recommend Amy to anyone who needs a trusted caregiver."
Les G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Kent City, MI
Mariah M.
5.0
Thank you for taking such great care of my home. I have been very pleased with your service and I am so thankful jamie selected you to clean for us! Mariah did an awesome job, she can clean better than I do! I feel like my house is brand new again! Thank you!
- Care member
Sarena A.
5.0
I completely trust my young children to Sarena's care while I am absent.
- Char V.
Cindy S.
5.0
Cindy is a kind, knowledgeable, generous soul. She always followed our instructions and cared for our child the way we intended. Cindy never hesitated to let us know if she noticed something concerning, which was appreciated! She'd send me updates and pictures throughout the day without prompting....
- Care member
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa was a wonderful sitter for our two boys. She is very kind and genuine. I felt comfortable the moment I met her. She always took great care of our infant-now toddler-son (she primarily watched him). Always wrote down his feeding times, nap times, etc. and would send me updates through out the...
- Care member
Ciana D.
5.0
Ciana made herself available, on a last minute request, to watch our 5 year old daughter on a Sunday afternoon. She is the first, outside of family/close friends, to watch our daughter. She made us feel very comfortable by allowing us to get to know her before we left and kept in contact with us,...
- Mandy L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Kent City, MI:
How can I find a Kent City babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Kent City, 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 Kent City, 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 Kent City, MI?
The average rate for Kent City, MI babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of March 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 Kent City, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Kent City, 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.