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60 babysitters are listed in Southfield, MI
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Southfield, MI
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Dorothy, I go by Dottie :)
I have been working with kids ever since I could work. I've been a babysitter, nanny, day camp counselor, older sister, substitute teacher and behavior technician. And that's just my work with kids! Which does include ages 0-18yo and working with multiple children at once.
I would love the...
Dorothy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
5.0
"Dottie is so professional and so passionate about working with children."
Maryann S.
Colleen C.
Birmingham, MI
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring and fun.
I like working with kids because they always keep me on my toes. I love working with babies and helping them grow into little people. Being able to see the world through a kids eyes is one of the most rewarding experiences.
I'm looking for a job where I fit in with the...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Colleen is timely, enthusiastic, creative and patient. She was always willing to go out of her way to help our family. She had responsibilities driving my three boys to activities, managing the schedule, cooking and helping with homework. "
Care member
Kelsey M.
Royal Oak, MI
$45/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, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Samantha was our nanny for several months. As a busy surgeon, I appreciated her being so flexible, dependable and going above and beyond. She would send pictures throughout the day and was just amazing! She was very trustworthy and so friendly! She not only would...
Alana K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I just finished my junior year at Grand Valley and am home for the summer. I'll have an internship this summer but would also love a part time babysitting job as well. I have 7 years of experience with a huge variety of ages (3 months - 13 years). I've summer nannied and done lots of "date night" babysitting. I also have...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Olivia is incredible with my baby girl. I highly recommend her! We would keep her forever if she didn't have to go back to college this fall."
Brittany L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am mom to a 14-year-old boy and 16-year-old girl. I am also a full time kindergarten teacher. I am just looking to pick up a few hours here and there. I am available to watch your child in my home or your home. I am also available for overnights if you need a date night and don't want to pick your child up at midnight. I would...
Stacey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Stacey was amazing with my girls. She was flexible and her kids and my kids played so nicely together. I would recommend her always!"
Elise H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Allison and I am 25 years old and looking for a part time nannying job.
My experience:
- I have been babysitting/nannying since for 10 years from ages 4 months - 13 years
- I spend my summers in Montana working in the children's program of a dude ranch with ages 3 +
-I did one year in New Zealand as a live in...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allie was absolutely wonderful and our daughter ADORED her. We miss her greatly and would recommend her to anyone!"
Jackie C.
5.0
(4)
Children are the highlight of my life ! I love working with children ! I'm very energetic and outgoing ! I have 15 years of experience in childcare ! I have Many letters recommendation on my profile for you to read ! I provide daily age appropriate learning activity's , crafts, fine motor development , music time and outdoor...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ashley is a great care provider, she also shows excitement and love while caring for others.
She has watched my three little girls and they loved her, she played with them and did a great job. She is one of the best!"
Lynda R.
Tammy W.
Troy, MI
$15-20/hr
4.3
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I was a teacher for 20 years. The last 3. 5 years I was a lead toddler/preschool teacher at my church's child care center. I currently am a nanny for a 1. 5-year-old and a 3. 5-year-old. I'm a mother and a grandmother. I'm first aid and CPR trained.
Tammy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Tammy to pet sit my two young cats. Tammy timely came every day as asked, sent daily reports on how the cats were doing, kept the litter boxes clean, and even washed the dirty food bowls. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I am a certified Caregiver with experience in caring for elderly people with disabilities. I also have taken care of children and infants and I am CPR certified!
I'd describe my personality as Kind, Empathetic, & Professional.
I like working with kids because they are carefree and I can conform to different personalities...
Tantre can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tantre was fantastic with our little one! She was on time, kind, and very responsive to our little one's needs. I highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a current parent to a 21 & 15-year-old, & a full time nanny. I've taken care of children ranging from newborns to elementary/middle school aged, from various families and environments. I am fluent in Armenian, Russian and English, and am skilled in math and science. I worked as an accountant for over 10 years, but have...
Margarita can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Margarita has been a blessing to our family. Kind, patient, and focused always on what is best for the child. She works with our son regularly from a developmental standpoint, and ensures he is sleeping well, eating very healthy, and playing outside as much as...
Oliver W.
5.0
(1)
My name is Kim. I have over 15 years of experience caring for kids of all ages, and I love working with children more than most things in life. I have experience with a multitude of special needs, I'm highly creative, attentive, and always on time.
I am the oldest of 10, so although I have years of paid experience, I've been...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kim was a great match for our family. I have a rambunctious toddler and a teething infant. It's important to me to have someone who is patient and trustworthy. I love Kim's gentle redirect approach to the big feelings and that she has an activity ready any day...
Suhaily F.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Greetings!
As much as I would love to spend more time with your family, I must work. Thus, I am unavailable for full-time and rigorous part-time positions. I'd love to be considered for evening/weekend support and your rotation of occasional sitters (date nights, errand runs, "me" time).
My greatest strengths are love and...
Carlena can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carlena is extremely organized and creative with the activities she developed with my son and the other children that were in her care. She was responsible and caring and genuinely enjoyed him, becoming a member of our family!"
Joi T.
Nana F.
Royal Oak, MI
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
I've always been passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I have five years of experience as a childcare provider. I love creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I always put the child's best interests first. I believe in open communication with...
Nana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is very family oriented. Will be understanding of children. "
Ahmadou M.
3.9
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have over 26 wonderful years of experience in child care. I have traveled to different states at the request of parents who I have built lifelong relationships with over the years while they lived in Michigan. Child development is a passion of mine and I am thankful for the special opportunities that I have had to be a part of...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mary is awesome! She cared for my newborn baby girl and kept her calm as I worked on some home projects. She arrived on time and was a delight to be around. I know my daughter is in good hands with her. I look forward to her caring for my daughter again soon!"
Candace F.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi parents, Thanks for checking out my profile! I'm a mother of four, and I've been working in childcare/teaching for more than three decades. I take my job very serious, and my life mission is to create a safe, fun environment for children to learn and grow (as if they are all my own). I have cared for infants, toddlers,...
Minoo can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Minoo is wonderful - responsible, resourceful, punctual, and loving. Any family would be lucky to have her. She took such great care of our little one; we never had to worry! Our kid adores her. Minoo loves working with kids. She knows many educational activities...
Jared B.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am a professional pet sitter with over 10+ years of experience in cats, dogs, and exotics. I am also a loving pet owner, so I understand the importance in your search to find someone trustworthy and reliable to take care of your fur baby. I am great at giving updates, taking care of senior/special needs animals, and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is so patient and sweet! My kids love her."
Sarah R.
5.0
(17)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Hailey and I am looking for a committed full time nanny role. I previously ran a licensed in home daycare for 12 capacity.
I am a career nanny and am passionate about what I do. I create magic, cook, clean, provide school work help and many things in between. Just ask:)
I am CPR+First Aid Certified (which...
Hailey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hailey is wonderful! She is always on time, super fun with the kiddos, easy to communicate with and reliable. We are so lucky to have found her!"
Hilary S.
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: Travel, carpooling
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.
Micaela L.
Novi, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Micaela and I'm 27. I work full time in retail but would love a part time nanny job. I love working with kids! I've had plenty of experience with amazing little ones. From my siblings now ages (16-year-old and twins that are now 13) to my friends and family kids (verity of all ages).
Micaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is good with animals as well."
Katherine D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Southfield, MI
Dorothy E.
5.0
Dottie is so professional and so passionate about working with children.
- Maryann S.
Colleen C.
5.0
Colleen is extremely well qualified and dependable.
- 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.
Samantha F.
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.
Olivia S.
5.0
Olivia is incredible with my baby girl. I highly recommend her! We would keep her forever if she didn't have to go back to college this fall.
- Brittany L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Southfield, MI:
How can I find a Southfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Southfield, 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 38 babysitters in Southfield, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.4. 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 Southfield, MI?
The average rate for Southfield, MI babysitters on Care.com is $16.63 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 Southfield, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Southfield, 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 Southfield, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Babysitters in Southfield, MI are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.