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Caitryn L.
Portage, MI
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello I'm Caitryn! Currently, I'm a Lead Teacher at a Preschool in the 1-year-old room! I'm 24 years old and have 2 cats. I'm passionate about caring for children, and with a decade of experience, I'm confident in providing a nurturing and educational environment. My patient and creative personality allows me to engage children...
Grace D.
Three Rivers, MI
$12-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am currently a CNA, I love taking care of others. I have a lot of younger cousins, and have previously taken care of children before.
Throughout my years in the field, I have worked with individuals of all ages and with a variety of health conditions. I am skilled in administering medications, providing personal care, managing household tasks, and offering emotional support to both clients and their families. I am also knowledgeable about medical equipment and...
Erica N.
Portage, MI
$11-15/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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have cared for people of all ages and sicknesses. I am CPR certified and completely comfortable around children. My fiance and I have 5 nieces and nephews we commonly watch and also will be looking to start a family within the next few years.
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Carley M.
Portage, MI
$14/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Carley! I am currently a junior studying at Western Michigan University, where I am studying psychology. I have a passion for working with children and bring hands-on experience from my previous role as a nanny for a wonderful family with two children, ages 9 and 11. In addition to nannying I have extensive...
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & 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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rachel. I have been working with children since a young age. Currently I am taking classes in communications, but I have 2 years of previous Elementary Education experience. I love arts and crafts and coming up with creative ideas to keep children engaged and using their imaginations.
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is AMAZING with our son and she has become part of the family. My son gets excited every time Ray Ray comes over and she has made many days super special for him. She's kind, patient, and willing to take my son on adventures to gymnastics, the museum, etc....
Brianna R.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Sierra H.
Kalamazoo, MI
$22-33/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sierra, I am 32 years old and I have over 15 years of experience working in childcare.
I have worked as a pre-K teacher as well as a live in/ live out nanny. I have experience with all age groups but most of my experience is with infants and toddlers.
I love being able to be a part of watching children learn...
Sierra can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were so lucky to have Sierra cared for our infant baby! She was very responsible, kind, punctual, professional, and experienced. She designed many sensory games to entertain our baby and helped her to explore the world. She insisted on tummy time practicing to...
Jianrong W.
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kalish was great with our 3.5 yr old son! He loves to play & she played w/ him non-stop. My husband & I were working on projects in the home, and she kept him occupied & busy. She watched him for the whole week & he really loved her. She has a child, so one day...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 58-year-old young grandmother to a 6-year-old and 3-year-old twins - all girls. I'm a (17 years) WMU staff member with an eye on retirement. I'd like to babysit occasionally in the evenings and/or weekends. My granddaughters have a bedroom/toy room at my house, so watching children in my home is an available option if you...
Cindy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Cindy took great care of our animals. I will definitely be using her again and I would recommend her to anyone looking for an Animal Caregiver."
Laura W.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
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:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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, and I'm a 22-year-old college student studying Human Resource Management and Economics. I have six years of experience working with children from 6 months to 13 years old and can provide excellent references to back up my experience.
I love working with kids and believe in creating a fun, safe, and...
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
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.
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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.
Rachel T.
5.0
Rachel is AMAZING with our son and she has become part of the family. My son gets excited every time Ray Ray comes over and she has made many days super special for him. She's kind, patient, and willing to take my son on adventures to gymnastics, the museum, etc. We are all sad she has to return to...
- Brianna R.
Sierra H.
5.0
We were so lucky to have Sierra cared for our infant baby! She was very responsible, kind, punctual, professional, and experienced. She designed many sensory games to entertain our baby and helped her to explore the world. She insisted on tummy time practicing to ensure our baby achieved her...
- Jianrong W.
Kalish W.
5.0
Very dependable , caring , loving and provides a very clean and safe environment!!!
- Care member
Cindy C.
5.0
Cindy took great care of our animals. I will definitely be using her again and I would recommend her to anyone looking for an Animal Caregiver.
- Laura W.
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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 2 babysitters in Schoolcraft, 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 Schoolcraft, MI?
The average rate for Schoolcraft, MI babysitters on Care.com is $14.00 per hour as of March 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 Schoolcraft, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Schoolcraft, 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.