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Autumn B.
Shepherd, MI
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey! My Name Is Autumn. You Could Call Me A Responsible Child At Heart.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Autumn. I have had 4+ years of experience with kids from ages 6mo-13 years old through babysitting opportunities, and summer camps. I love working with kids whether that be by playing, encouraging learning in the natural environment, or doing daily tasks. I am also an animal lover!! I have a Bloodhound/American Bulldog...
Autumn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Christina C.
Shepherd, MI
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have always grew up around kids! I enjoy doing many activities and crafts with the children to improve their skills over time. I know how to cook and also clean. I do not mind animals in the home either, I am a big animal lover! I have my CPR card and also my Bloodborne pathogens card. I am very flexible on time and days that...
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sydney M.
Mount Pleasant, MI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student in Mt. Pleasant who loves working with kids. My current career goal is to find a kid's music or theater program to work with after graduation. I spent the past 6 summers working at a Girl Scout camp as an overnight camp counselor and then as the Activities Director, mainly with rising 1, 2, and 3 graders....
Sydney can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sydney has consistently done a great job taking care of our dogs and cats. Our pets love Sydney!! She is kind and reliable. Highly recommend."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I love taking care of children and have years of experience doing it. I am from a huge family so I have been watching children for over 14+ years. I have experience ranging from children with the ages 0-14. Currently I am a medical student and have limited availability however I would love to work out some sort of part time...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"My children loved her. She is very kind and patient. She played with my kids and took them to the park. I would highly recommend her for your childcare needs."
Amy A.
Kelsie M.
Mount Pleasant, MI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
To keep it short(ish) -
I have experience, I'm great with kids, they (usually) love me, and I'm open to whatever is comfy for you prior to setting anything in stone, you can't hand your world to just anyone I know. I'd like to hear what you do regularly; then create a plan for me to fit the needs of your kiddo.
About Me:
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Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Kelsie is a kind, thoughtful, conscientious care giver that any would be lucky to have!"
Care member
Hi there! I am a kind, fun, experienced, and responsible babysitter! I have lots of experience with sitting, nannying, tutoring, and more! I love working with kids and I currently tutor at the elementary schools during the school day! I am a third year college student at CMU on the occupational therapy track!
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Dinah B.
Mount Pleasant, MI
$11-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi there! I graduated with an Associates degree from NCMC up in Petoskey, & am currently working towards a Bachelor in Special Education, Early Childhood Education, & a minor in American Sign Language! I absolutely love children, & have grown up babysitting & volunteering at church events. I have worked at a summer camp the last...
Dinah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am a 22-year-old graduate student looking for a fun family to support! I enjoy spending time outside, hiking, reading, going to the beach and traveling.
I pride myself in being a good communicator, having a strong work ethic and am very detailed oriented.
I have 4+ years working in childcare with a concentration in special...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Lydia M.
Mount Pleasant, MI
$16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Lydia, and I love working with kids. I've taken care of my siblings from newborns to 11 years old and am excited to get formal certifications soon. I enjoy making learning fun through arts and crafts, zoo trips, park adventures, and library visits. Music and dancing are key parts of my approach, think sing-alongs and...
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
1.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy, fun, and friendly.
I like working with kids because I have been around kids my whole life. whenever I babysat they always make me laugh and smile, I've always wanted a career to work with kids.
I started working with kids when I was about 13 years old. I've watched my cousins kids...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
My name is Alexandria! I am 20 years old and a junior at Central Michigan University. I have a lot of experience working with kids. I have four younger siblings and three younger cousins. I work at the Jackson YMCA in the summers. I worked in the nursery and now have moved up to a Lead summer camp counselor. I have worked with...
Alexandria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Morgan N.
Mount Pleasant, MI
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun, caring
I like working with kids because I grew up with younger siblings and have a lot of cousins and just worked as a teacher before moving to Mount Pleasant
I started working with kids when my younger siblings were born and I was in a peer to peer class for kids with autism,...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Vanessa F.
Saint Louis, MI
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Vanessa. I am a stay at home mom who owns a cleaning business serving Gratiot county areas. I have 5 years experience working with children. If you ever need cleaning services or child care services let me see how I can help!
As an experienced caregiver with 5+ years of experience, I love spending time with children of all ages! I prioritize building positive relationships with them and have become skilled at communicating with and understanding their unique needs. Seeing children grow and develop under my care brings me great joy, and I feel lucky...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Amber R.
Mount Pleasant, MI
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a very easy-going babysitter who loves to make it all about the kids! I started taking small babysitting jobs for family friends when I was 14 and since then I've expanded my experience with child care quite a bit and have babysat and worked with children of all ages. In addition, I have experience working in child welfare...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Sarah Y.
Mount Pleasant, MI
$31/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Full-Time On Weekdays/Weekends
Hello! My name is Sarah. I graduated from Central Michigan University in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics. I am an experienced and dependable babysitter with over 10 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. With my extensive background in child care, I am confident I can provide your little one with a...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Natalie L.
Mount Pleasant, MI
$13-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Natalie, and I am a student at Central Michigan University! I am currently a CNA, but I am looking for another side job! I love children, have reliable transportation, and am comfortable with pets! I was a full-time nanny last summer and absolutely loved it, so I am looking forward to working with kids again! I...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Josie F.
Mount Pleasant, MI
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience babysitting. I am attending school right now to be a Speech-Language Pathologist and hope to work with children one day! I have family I babysit for all the time, and over the summers I work one on one with children with autism, so I am well rounded when it comes to caring for children. I can help...
Josie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Tyannah T.
Mount Pleasant, MI
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi I Am Tyannah And I Am 18 Years Old Attending Shepherd High School.
Hi my name is Tyannah, I am 18 years old attending shepherd high school. I love watching kids and interacting with them and I am planning to be a pediatric nurse once I graduate. I know how to cook and clean. I am very flexible with my schedule and is willing to do anything you need. I am very friendly, hardworking, and somewhat...
As a patient and calm childcare provider with so years of experience, I enjoy supporting children's growth. My passion for caregiving stems from my desire to be a positive influence in their lives. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents about their child's day or any issues that arise. I love...
Mckenna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shepherd, MI
Sydney M.
5.0
She worked great with our son and was detail-oriented. She had great questions and knocked off every checklist item. Our son raves about her and we would definitely rehire her.
- Care member
Sarah D.
5.0
Sarah was very kind and professional. She was caring to my toddler and played well with her. We look forward to working with Sarah!
- Diane B.
Kelsie M.
5.0
Kelsie is a kind, thoughtful, conscientious care giver that any would be lucky to have!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Shepherd, MI:
How can I find a Shepherd babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Shepherd, 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 Shepherd, 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 Shepherd, MI?
The average rate for Shepherd, MI babysitters on Care.com is $13.00 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 Shepherd, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Shepherd, 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.