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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, 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!"
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Amanda G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over 10+ Years Experience, Energetic Professional Ready To Entertain Your Child/Children & Or Pets!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Amanda & I'd love to apply for your position. I took a babysitter course through our local hospital where I worked as a nurse assistant. I have lots of childcare experience from the age of 14. I've cared for infants to pre-teens, including children on the spectrum or with seizure disorders. (My ex-husband had...
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at work, sending us pictures & texts frequently to always...
Sarah D.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Patty was a perfect fit for our family and we were grateful to have found her. She is very responsive to commutation and adaptable to our changing work schedules. A change in shifts is the only reason we are no longer retaining her services. I know my Daughter was...
Kate C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as adaptable, bubbly and driven!
I like working with kids because they make me feel like a kid again. I love using my imagination with them and being able to see the world through their eyes a bit.
I started working with kids when I was very young. I grew up as the oldest sister and have always...
5.0
"Jessica was so good with my daughter. Even prior to meeting, she did a video call to answer any questions or concerns. She sent updates on my daughter through the night while she watched her. I would definitely recommend her, and hire her again! She was a pleasure...
Reema P.
5.0
(1)
I love working with kids because I get to witness their development and make long lasting relationships with them and their families.
Frances can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Frannie is has great attention to detail and cares about the job she is doing. I would definitely hire her again! -Matt"
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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, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have +7 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages.
I speak Portuguese and English fluently, intermediate Spanish.
Certifications:
-CPR/ First Aid
-Child behavior, development
-Child care health and safety
-Healthy cooking for kids
-Infancy and the First Two years.
-psychology of education
-Newborn sleeping...
Helen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Helen is a charming young woman with a calm, balanced demeanor. She demonstrates patience, care, and joy. Our daughter adores her and looks forward to "Helen nights.""
Sara S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madelyn, and I am a 2nd Grade Teacher. I have been teaching for the past 4 years and absolutely love what I do. I am looking for a part-time job this summer. I grew up babysitting 3 different families. Each family was unique with different needs. I have cared for infants, toddlers, and school aged kids. It was a...
Madelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We couldn't have asked for a better nanny with Madelyn. She worked fantastically with our son and did many small chores around the home as well. We rarely needed to explain much as she was very observant and caught on quickly. We will miss her as our nanny!"
Alex W.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
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
(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, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
Maddie M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madeline, I am a 24-year-old college student! Ive been caring for children from the ages of 2 weeks -14 years of age for about 7 years now as well as caring for mothers and the home post-partum! Working with kids, especially babies and their mothers, is a passion of mine, and its the reason I'm currently...
Maddie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maddie nannied for our 3 year old and now 11 month old son. She is fun, kind, smart and down to earth. Maddie took all of the crazy teething, separation anxiety tantrums and sassy "threenager" fits in stride. I never ever worried about my kids when they were with...
Ashly H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Qi'Shaun but you can also call me Q.
I have been babysitting in the Grand Rapids area for the last 10 years. Children's ages range from newborn to 13 years old. I understand each family is different in their own way and I enjoy connecting with the children through the games, age-appropriate activities, and...
Qi'shaun can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Qi'Shaun is great. She plays with my kids, is trustworthy and reliable. My kids love her and are excited when she comes to babysit."
Crystal S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a kindergarten teacher, looking to get back into nannying this summer! I am so passionate about teaching and caring for children. Outside of my 3 years as a teacher, I've been an after-school nanny and a summer nanny for 6+ years. My favorite parts of caring for children include helping littles learn through play,...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tori is amazing! We are so sad she isn't able to work with us moving forward do to her school schedule... She has been amazing during this dry challenging school year and our daughter just loves her! She goes the extra mile everyday. Anyone would be lucky to...
Christel K.
Kelsey M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I'm Kelsey! I currently work full time at a preschool in Cascade but i'm looking to transition into part time as I'm looking for a nanny job to split my time with! I'd prefer a 2-3 days per week position but I am flexible on which days. My availability is 8am-3 p.m. Send me a message if you have any questions!
Kelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kelsey is an awesome nanny! She helped my kids learn new things such as how to ride a bike & how to tie shoes! So appreciate her help."
Angie S.
Corrina W.
Lowell, MI
$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter (8+ Years) Available On Weekends. Also Have Experience Tutoring, And Music
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have watched kids between the ages of 2 months and 14 years. I enjoy artistic projects with children and love to take kids outside and teach them about the world we live in. I play several instruments, mostly string instruments, and am a decent cook. I worked at a daycare (kids under 5) almost every week for 3 years, then was...
Corrina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"I completely trust my young children to Sarena's care while I am absent."
Char V.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Court. I live in Grand Rapids & I am a Registered Nurse at one of the ERs in downtown GR. I have been assisting with childcare since I was 14 years old & have always loved helping families with their children.
I'd describe myself as a loving, open-minded, & reliable individual.
My skills include:
- compassion &...
Court can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Court is such an incredible caretaker for our son. She is patient, reliable, and energetic. "
Care member
Annika G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Annika! I enjoy being outside, reading, am a creative/artistic person and animal lover. I have loved children for as long as I can remember and really enjoy being a nanny. For the past 5 years, I have provided childcare and gained a lot of experience with multiple children, ages newborn-12 years. I love that I am able...
Annika can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
5.0
"Annika has been one of the greatest gifts to our family! She has truly become a part of our life and we are so thankful for our time together. We are so sad to be moving and whoever gets to work with Annika will be the absolute luckiest. As first time parents, we...
Gaby W.
Gianna W.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Gianna! A new mom, former teacher, and forever learner! I'm passionate about fostering young minds and enjoy helping children grow and develop. With a decade of experience and a college degree in Elementary Education, I'm well-equipped to care for your child. I'm a creative, friendly, and approachable caregiver who's very...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Rockford, 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
Amanda G.
5.0
Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at work, sending us pictures & texts frequently to always keep us in the know, which we...
- Sarah D.
Patricia W.
5.0
I highly recommend Patty as an outstanding nanny. She is incredibly dependable and has a warm, loving, and friendly demeanor. My son absolutely adores her and eagerly awaits her visits. Patty has been a wonderful addition to our family, creating a nurturing and joyful environment for my child.
- Michael Y.
Jessica A.
5.0
Jessica was so good with my daughter. Even prior to meeting, she did a video call to answer any questions or concerns. She sent updates on my daughter through the night while she watched her. I would definitely recommend her, and hire her again! She was a pleasure to work with.
- Reema P.
Frances T.
5.0
Frannie is has great attention to detail and cares about the job she is doing. I would definitely hire her again! -Matt
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Rockford, MI:
How can I find a Rockford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Rockford, 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 25 babysitters in Rockford, 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 Rockford, MI?
The average rate for Rockford, MI babysitters on Care.com is $16.12 per hour as of January 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 Rockford, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Rockford, 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.