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37 babysitters are listed in Petoskey, MI
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Petoskey, MI
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:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jamie was an excellent nanny for our 3 young children (ages 6, 4, &2)! She really developed relationships with them, took interest in their liking, and engaged with them very well. She was punctual, dependable, and had good communication skills. We would happily...
Sarah M.
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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.
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been watching children for over 5 years and have been nannying for 2! I take pride in what I do and ensure that each child feels safe and nurtured. I love incorporating life skills into projects such as crafts and baking! I can't wait to meet you and your family :)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lindsey. I have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have a Bachelors Degree in Education and have cared for children ages newborn-12 years old. I have been a camp counselor for two summers, an assistant teacher at some day cares and preschools in Petoskey and Harbor Springs. I have eight...
Lindsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
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...
Gay H.
Petoskey, MI
$23-30/hr • 20 yrs exp
Teacher, Childcare & Educational Services, Field Trips & Nature Excursions
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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Sadie R.
Petoskey, MI
$10-25/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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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.
Hello! I'm Natalie, a Petoskey native with a passion for childcare. With 17 years of babysitting experience & 7 of those years as a nanny for three wonderful families, I've had the joy of caring for children from ages 2 months to 13+ years old. My First Aid/CPR/AED Red Cross certification ensures that your child's safety (and...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jay F.
Petoskey, MI
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Jaylynn. I'm currently looking for a full time nannying job. I have years of experience as a nanny and being around children and I absolutely love it! I have even taken one year of The Early Childhood Education Program where I received CPR training. I would consider myself being a very caring, loving, and...
Jay can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm 24 years old and have a degree in Developmental Psychology. I'm originally from Grand Rapids and worked as a nanny for twin toddlers for a year during my gap year. While at college, I worked as a nanny for 3 years for the same family with 2 children. One of these children has OCD, ADHD, and Autism. I worked with special...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Abigail P.
Alanson, MI
$12/hr • 3 yrs exp
My Name Is Abigail, And Nothing Makes Me Happier Than Children :)
I'd describe my personality as shy but very funny and kind once you get to know me
I like working with kids because I feel like I'm a child at heart and playing or just being with children isn't a job, it's like having a day off but more fun.
I'm looking for a job that has a positive honest environment
I started working with...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Petoskey, MI
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
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.
Dasha E.
5.0
Dasha is my daughter. She loves children and you would never find a more caring and attentive babysitter!
- Linda L.
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 Petoskey, MI:
How can I find a Petoskey babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Petoskey, 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 17 babysitters in Petoskey, 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 Petoskey, MI?
The average rate for Petoskey, MI babysitters on Care.com is $17.88 per hour as of February 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 Petoskey, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Petoskey, 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 Petoskey, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Petoskey, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 37 listed babysitters.