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60 babysitters are listed in Schoolcraft, MI
The average rate is $15/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Schoolcraft, MI
Erica N.
Portage, MI
$5-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I recently moved to the Grand Rapids area for work after graduating college and nannying for 3 years while I was going to school. I have watched up to 4 children at a time, as well as special needs children and infants. I am reliable, responsible and enthusiastic!
Erica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Brianna B.
Lawton, MI
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm 23, I've been working with kids since I was 11 and I absolutely love it! I've previously had a nanny job for 2 years but they no longer needed me and I'm looking to make memories with other special kids! I've worked at an Autism Center for about 3 and I love it and plan to continue to work there as long as I can if possible!...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Lainey K.
Portage, MI
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Lainey and I'd love to meet you and your family! I have professional experience with kids and animals, and I'd love to share my knowledge with you! I have 2 cats and 2 dogs and a passion for traveling in my free time. Please message me with any questions! Can't wait to hear from you
Lainey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jenn. I am a 38-year-old mother of 3. I love animals! We have chickens, quail, cats, a dog, a bearded dragon, & hissing cockroaches. I love to garden, geocache, & read (we have a Little Free Library!).
I grew up in Stevensville, where I met my husband of 17 years. I obtained my a bachelor's from Ferris before...
Lexie H.
Portage, MI
$13-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
College Student, Home For The Summer, Just Trying To Make Some Extra Cash!
Hello! My name is Lexie and I am extremely fun and responsible! I worked at a daycare for almost a year, and had a blast with the kids! I love hanging out with kids and would love to babysit.
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & 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.
3.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sam and I absolutely love caring for children! I have been working in child care for over 10 years. I can handle long days spent caring for kids and their emotional needs. I have worked as tutor as well as baby sitter. I have a record of always showing up on time to help parents' life run smoothly.
My greatest...
Sam can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She took all the efforts that she could to be punctual, take care of the child, take care of the house. She's AWESOME!"
Ashish B.
5.0
(1)
I am 24-year-old graduate student who has babysat for many years (including for my neighbors since I was about 12 years old). I was a nanny for a 10-year-old girl over a couple summers and have also done some overnights with her including caring for her diabetic dog, homework help, and meal prepping. I have also worked in...
Emie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Emie is a wonderful babysitter. She watched our 5yo twins, 1-2 days per week for 3-4 hours a day. She made them dinner, did homework with them, practiced piano with them, gave them baths, and got them ready for bed. Emie became a member of our family."
Ron S.
4.0
(2)
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a recent graduate of WMU and currently a Kellogg nursing student. I have a lot of experience with children as I was a frequent babysitter to several families at home before going off to college. In the past I have babysat for several large families and I am great with kid. I am very friendly as well. Along with my...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Hannah has been great and our kids love her. She is always on time, responds quickly, and is very personable. Our kids have started asking for her to watch them because she plays with and spends time with them."
Gaby O.
5.0
(6)
Hello... my name is Kalish. I would love to be your next babysitter for you child/children. I have been watching children for over 20+ years. I am experienced, knowledgeable, and love what I do. If you are looking for someone to watch your child/children who is reliable, caring, trustworthy, and great with children... there is...
Kalish can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very dependable , caring , loving and provides a very clean and safe environment!!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a BCBA with 5 years total experience working in the field of applied behavior analysis and 2 years of experience as a clinician with a client caseload. I specialize in providing evidence-based ABA services that are trauma-assumed, assent-based, and effective toward meaningful behavior change. I have experience working with...
Bethany can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We love Bethany! She makes my kids feel comfortable and safe. She is great at managing autistic meltdowns. She is also very tidy, and helps out around the house without being asked!"
Holly L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat newborns, toddlers, and older children. I also have a lot of experience in elderly care and house keeping !
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Anna for child care for our 3 month old. She is punctual, dependable, and has such a caring nature about her. We could not have hired a better person to watch our little one."
Mary W.
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids really liked Julie. She did a great job following directions. Friendly and very nice girl. Very responsible"
Cynthia S.
Charlotte R.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi! My name is Charlotte, I'm 21 years old and live in Battle Creek Michigan. I am currently a junior at Western Michigan university studying digital marketing & eCommerce.
I have 6 years of experience with babysitting all ages, and I can provide references from past families!
I do have reliable transportation, I am a...
Charlotte can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have over 15 years of child care experience. I was a nanny for a family for 4 years until I moved away for college. They had 2 children, ages 5 and 10 when I began. I provided transportation to and from school and activities, prepared meals for them, and took them to do fun things, such as mini golfing and swimming....
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Megan K.
Kalamazoo, MI
$14-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, 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.
3.0
(2)
Hello! I am a 36 yr old special needs mom of 2 located in Southwest Michigan I have working in the special education field for about 2 yrs now various positions I would love to get to know you and your family!
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lisa is an absolute pleasure! My girls adored her! She's funny she's sweet.. my girls enjoyed the craft projects she brought with her for each holiday! Highly recommend Lisa "
Danielle K.
3.0
(2)
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
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I currently work in special education looking to expand my portfolio and available for all ages including infant. I have Healthcare experience as well as psychiatric experience. I'm looking to offer care inside my home with cameras or your home as I work to obtain my family daycare license. I have a 6-month-old and...
Janaija can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Janaija was wonderful without 21 month old. Professional, punctual, and our daughter had a great time!"
Mariam E.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Schoolcraft, MI
Holly M.
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 integrity and honesty at all times;...
- Joellen F.
Sam K.
5.0
She took all the efforts that she could to be punctual, take care of the child, take care of the house. She's AWESOME!
- Ashish B.
Emie C.
5.0
Emie is a wonderful babysitter. She watched our 5yo twins, 1-2 days per week for 3-4 hours a day. She made them dinner, did homework with them, practiced piano with them, gave them baths, and got them ready for bed. Emie became a member of our family.
- Ron S.
Hannah M.
5.0
Hannah has been great and our kids love her. She is always on time, responds quickly, and is very personable. Our kids have started asking for her to watch them because she plays with and spends time with them.
- Gaby O.
Kalish W.
5.0
Very dependable , caring , loving and provides a very clean and safe environment!!!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Schoolcraft, MI:
How can I find a Schoolcraft babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Schoolcraft, 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 Schoolcraft, 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 Schoolcraft, MI?
The average rate for Schoolcraft, MI babysitters on Care.com is $15.67 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 Schoolcraft, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Schoolcraft, 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.