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61 babysitters are listed in Royal Oak, MI
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Royal Oak, MI
5.0
(1)
I have worked extensively with children, with over 14 years of experience: as a nanny for both preteens and elementary age children, as a day camp counselor, as a nursery caretaker, and as an overnight camp counselor. I am available for regular slots during the week, with potentially occasional weekend/night availability. I...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, travel
5.0
"We interviewed Emily this evening and hired her for some temporary work before she heads back to school. We are looking forward to working with her. She was extremely professional, organized, and warm. We are looking forward to using her to date nights as well!"
Jasmin B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Emily and caring for children is my passion! I graduated from Michigan State in 2018 and now work full time in admin for a center that offers various therapies for children in Ferndale, MI. I'm looking to use my extra time at nights or weekends to spend even more time with the kiddos! I have been a...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily is very loving and fun to play with. Our kid bounded with her immediately and really enjoyed her company."
Xin Z.
Devon D.
Royal Oak, MI
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Devy
I have a strong passion for working with children of all ages. I have worked in many classrooms, summer camps and summer schools. I am CPR certified and I have been nannying/babysitting for 7 years. A couple of my hobbies are musical theatre and arts and crafts. I have previously worked in children's entertainment...
Devon can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Devy to watch my 9 year old while doing her virtual home school. She connected with her on day 1.
She took ownership in supervising all her school work . She communicated with her school teacher and got my daughter back on track with all her school...
Jailan E.
5.0
(5)
Since I took a babysitting class at 12, I have loved watching children. I am always the adult at the kids table.
Previously , I have cared for many families as a professional nanny.
Examples:
-Family of four children: 1, 3, 5 and 7-year-old as well as a dog.
-Family of two had a newborn and 6-year-old.
-I spent one summer...
Leah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leah has worked for our family nannying and dog sitting for two years. She loves our children and they absolutely adore her. Leah is fun, creative, responsible, loving yet is able to set boundaries for the children. You would be lucky to hire Leah!!"
Anna P.
Kelsey M.
Royal Oak, MI
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I love spending time and working with children, it has always been my passion. I am a certified teacher, with over 15 years of experience both babysitting and nannying.
Currently, I am a certified teacher, and graduated from Michigan State in 2012. I just finished my 4th year teaching Kindergarten. I love my job, and...
Kelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We interviewed Kelsey to help at our son's birthday party. She was extremely responsive and very flexible. She offered ideas around arts and crafts for a wide age range. A family member decided to help out with all of the children. Otherwise, we would have hired...
Patricia S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a responsible, outgoing, organized, and loving person. I graduated from a Bachelors in Kinesiology program where I gained more knowledge on child development. I love crafts and play that focuses on enhancing children's development. I am also very active. I enjoy taking the children out to places such as the park, library,...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Samantha is great! Very professional, timely and a great communicator. She is so sweet with our 7 month old son! We trust her completely and would definitely recommend her!"
Jessica J.
Elle F.
Royal Oak, MI
$15-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
FULLY VACCINATED! Hi! I'm Elle; I'm 20 and from Michigan. I come from a big family with 2 sisters and lots of cousins; I love kids. Over the past three years, I've worked as a nanny for a family in Huntington Woods, the following two summers for a family in Bloomfield Hills, and 6 months here in East Lansing. I've attended MSU...
Elle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for children from as young as one year in age to 14 in the Bay, Saginaw, and Ingham Counties. Additionally, I am a certified Music Educator in the state of Michigan. I have worked in classrooms with age groups as young as birth to five and as old as high school. I am Infant & Child CPR/First Aid certified.
Judy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Judy is a lifesaver! We just started with her, the kids love her and I love working with her. She brings calm, grounded, experienced energy along with upbeat enthusiasm, a rare combination. She has great communication skills and is just a kind person. So highly...
Valerie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elizabeth and I am a college graduate living in the Royal Oak-Clawson area. I am unavailable at the moment.
**Not available to pick up or drop off**
**Not available for full-time positions**
I have met so many great families in the area and if you need references I am happy to provide contacts.
(Fully...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth took care of our 9month baby. She is professional and was able to adapt to our needs very quickly especially with both of us parents working full time and needing care immediately. Due to us moving to a different state we had to part ways. We wish her all...
Care member
Lauren M.
Royal Oak, MI
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter & Nanny, A Wonderfully Fun Individual Who Has Been Called Mary Poppins!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a well rounded individual who has a passion for art and children. I have years of experience in child care and development, mentoring, art education and overall being a creative and inspiring role model for children. I have always have a high level of integrity when it comes to compassion and the care for children. I think...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Lauren took excellent care of my infant son!"
Julia M.
5.0
(1)
I've loved children and animals since I was one myself and being the eldest daughter of 5 has helped me develop my caretaking skills. I'm a graduate of MSU who's self-employed and looking to take on more work in my free time. I'm looking for a family I can really grow with and help take the load off the parents/caretakers in any...
5.0
"Noor was absolutely amazing with my kids and they adored her! She is very reliable, responsible and knowledgeable. She went above and beyond and was a pleasure to have!"
Care member
I am a frequent babysitter for 3 children, ages ranging from 6 months to 5 years old. I also frequently babysit my 2 nephews since they were infants, ages 2 and 4. I love spending time with kids and being a part of their growth process. I love reading to them, playing games, teaching them, and having fun. I'm a very active...
Gina can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sarah. I am a 25-year-old individual living in downtown Royal Oak. I have a BS in psychlogy from Michigan State and a Masters in public health from Wayne State University. I have spent many years working with a variety of kids, in positions ranging from in-home nanny, to in a childcare facility, to as a youth aide...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi everyone!
I am Valerie and I'm 28 years old. I have a bachelor's degree in Child and Family Development and a Masters Degree in Teaching Elementary Education.
I am a first year 1st grade teacher and I am looking for a summer nannying job while I am off for summer break. I have over 12 years of nannying experience and 2...
Valerie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
I have worked as a summer camp counselor, and have had tons of experience babysitting local families.
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hi! I am a mom to 4 wonderful boys ranging from 11-5 years. I have been a nanny or sitter for many years. I work in our church's nursery and have also been a tutor, taught at a homeschool co-op, taught piano lessons and also taught horseback riding lessons. I am very comfortable with kids and have been watching kids for the past...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Katie and I am a board-certified music therapist. I also have experience as a camp counselor where I was watching children of all ages from morning to bedtime. Part of my training in both roles included creative problem-solving in difficult situations, supporting children with disabilities, and first-aid. I...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
1.0
(1)
I have recently graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Human Biology. After a brief gap year, I plan on pursuing a career in Nursing. Caring for individuals is very important to me and I hope to succeed with doing that in every aspect possible.
I have had plenty of experience watching multiple children as...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
I have been babysitting for about 6 years. I am home for the summer and looking to babysit on the weekdays. I go to Western Michigan University as an Elementary Education Major. I am a very extroverted bubbly person. Would love to help any parents that need it.
Jaclyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hey! My name is Liz. I have been a nanny for roughly 6 years. Im currently looking for some part-time nannying for the summer. I have my undergraduate degree in Developmental Psychology and currently getting my master in Clinical Counseling in mental health. Currently I work full-time as a preschool aid at Shrine Catholic Grade...
Elisabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Royal Oak, MI
Emily U.
5.0
We interviewed Emily this evening and hired her for some temporary work before she heads back to school. We are looking forward to working with her. She was extremely professional, organized, and warm. We are looking forward to using her to date nights as well!
- Jasmin B.
Emily D.
5.0
Emily is very loving and fun to play with. Our kid bounded with her immediately and really enjoyed her company.
- Xin Z.
Devon D.
5.0
Devy was an excellent nanny to get us through virtual school. My son learned so much with her and was happy to have her around. She was always on time
- Jenn H.
Leah J.
5.0
Leah watched my daughter starting at 6wks old. She was phenomenal!! I never had to worry or be concerned. She even sent me pictures throughout the day. She has expert knowledge in childcare and I couldn't imagine anyone else with my daughter at such a tender age.
- Care member
Kelsey M.
5.0
We interviewed Kelsey to help at our son's birthday party. She was extremely responsive and very flexible. She offered ideas around arts and crafts for a wide age range. A family member decided to help out with all of the children. Otherwise, we would have hired Kelsey. We look forward to working...
- Patricia S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Royal Oak, MI:
How can I find a Royal Oak babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Royal Oak, 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 61 babysitters in Royal Oak, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.2. 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 Royal Oak, MI?
The average rate for Royal Oak, MI babysitters on Care.com is $18.03 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 Royal Oak, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Royal Oak, 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 Royal Oak, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Babysitters in Royal Oak, MI are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 61 listed babysitters.