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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for many children in my life. I have raised my younger siblings from when they were new borns and also have taken care of both of my nieces which are now 2 years of age. I love childcare very much; it is a very rewarding, joyful, and heartwarming task. I have an outgoing personality and more of a childish one when I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ashley T.
Lansing, MI
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
When I lived in Traverse City, I had the joy of caring for two children aged 4 and 3. I enjoy spending time with kids-I find their perspective on life refreshing! :)
Ashley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
25 years old. I love to bake/cook, walking and play outside, swimming, and going out for a little ice cream treat at the end of the day lol. I love all animals. 10+ years of babysitting experience, and have watched children of all ages. I have not had much experience with those with disabilities, although the time I have had has...
Bridgette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
A recent State of MI retiree with over 40 years of service. I walked a away from my job with many friendships and great reputation for being hard worker and honest as well as dependable. I have raised a special needs child on my own and I am fluent in Spanish and ASL. I am very patient person and I help out a young mom take care...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ana is magic. She is kind and generous. When she knocks on the door, our son’s eyes light up. When she holds him, he feels safe. If he wants to play on the floor indoors or run around outdoors, she’s right there with him. Ana is fluent in three languages: English,...
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Makayla M.
Fenwick, MI
$31/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm 27 years old and I love the outdoors and love doing things together as a family. I love to keep things cleaned and organized! Cleaning has always been something I'm good at and I love it. I have a couple years in cleaning experience and I plan to continue to cleaning. I have cleaned houses for 1 year. I can do it all. I also...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 grown children and 5 grandchildren ages 17-11. I have three very spoiled dogs and a cat. I love being around children. Having been a working mom, I know the struggles of finding good dependable childcare, and finding someone you can trust to leave your children with.
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Portland, MI:
How can I find a Portland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Portland, 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 3 babysitters in Portland, 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 Portland, MI?
The average rate for Portland, MI babysitters on Care.com is $17.00 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Portland, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Portland, MI through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.