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Q: How can I find a Otsego babysitter near me?

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Otsego, 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 4 babysitters in Otsego, 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.

Q: How much do babysitters charge in Otsego, MI?

The average rate for Otsego, MI babysitters on Care.com is $15.75 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.

Q: What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Otsego, MI?

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Otsego, 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.

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60 babysitters are listed in Otsego, MI

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years

Babysitters in Otsego, MI

Katherine M.

Kalamazoo, MI

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & 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.

Sierra H.

Kalamazoo, MI

$22-33/hr • 15 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

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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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Sierra cared for our 8 month old daughter for 2 months in the summer of 2021. We had to be in LA for the summer, for work, and Sierra jumped right in and was a Godsend. She is amazing! And if we weren't moving 300 miles away, she would be our family's long-term...

Megan F.

Lexis R.

Kalamazoo, MI

$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter And Entertainer

4.0

(2)

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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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more

Skills:

CPR

Arielle S.

Kalamazoo, MI

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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.

Sydney R.

Kalamazoo, MI

$15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Creative Crafter & Storybook Reader

5.0

(1)

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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

Megan K.

Kalamazoo, MI

$14-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision

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.

Rachel T.

Kalamazoo, MI

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

Angel M.

Kalamazoo, MI

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

3.0

(2)

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

Holly M.

Kalamazoo, MI

$11-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & 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.

Anneka L.

Kalamazoo, MI

$13-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning

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.

Sadie P.

Hamilton, MI

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I have been babysitting for 5 year. I love kids of all ages. I am certified in CPR first aid AED lifeguarding and babysitting.

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"We interviewed Sadie and she was extremely well prepared. She had questions for us about some of the specific things listed in our posting, which made it obvious that she had read it carefully, and paid attention to details. It is clear she has cared for other...

Sara C.

Elizabeth G.

Pullman, MI

$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I can cook, clean, and babysitting is no exception. I have 8 nieces and nephews ranging from a month to a 11-year-old. I am CPR certified and have a Medical assistant certification with an associates degree in applied science. I am also fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0

"She was great to watch our four kids. She arrived on time and was very sweet to our little ones. We were not worried leaving them in her hands. Our oldest said she was a nice babysitter. Would definitely hire again."

Amanda M.

Julie T.

Kalamazoo, MI

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0

"My kids really liked Julie. She did a great job following directions. Friendly and very nice girl. Very responsible"

Cynthia S.

Cindy C.

Kalamazoo, MI

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Babysitting In My Home Or Yours

5.0

(1)

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision

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.

Charlotte R.

Kalamazoo, MI

$18/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

5.0

"She has had many years experience with babysitting and has always had so much love for each family she babysits for. She is an honors student and is very dependable"

Melanie C.