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Find babysitters in Sparta, MI that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Sparta, MI
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Sparta, MI
5.0
(1)
Hello! Babysitting has been the most consistent job over the years for me and I love it. I am the type of babysitter to play with the kids and want to spend time with them. I love to try new things and want to make sure the kids I'm watching are having fun. I love to cook therefore, I am able to cook meals for the kids or the...
Catharina can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Katie was an amazing sitter, playmate, and friend for our 2 year old this past summer! She has high energy, is kind and present with little ones, and is responsible. He had a blast on "Katie days." I'd highly recommend working with Katie! "
Kristen C.
4.0
(1)
Outgoing and sociable nanny with impending Masters degree, Bachelors in Psychology, and associates in Early Childhood Education. Over 8 years in childcare experience including mastery level completion of the Early Childhood Education II program at OHM Boces. Most recent position held with family of three children, since 2020.
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
4.0
"Rachel was a former student of mine who is now doing some observation hours in my classroom. She is a responsible, caring young adult who works hard to get the job done and does it to the best of her ability."
Rosemary P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with over a decade of experience, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of children. I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn, play, and thrive.
With my patient and calm demeanor, I create a positive atmosphere...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Becca is creative, energetic and totally reliable. We feel truly blessed to have met her <3"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Becky and I am 30 years old. I absolutely love children! I graduated with a BA in Advertising/PR in 2017. I have explored work in Children Theatre Directing, Disney character performing, nannying & soccer coaching for children 2-10 years old. I am moving back to grand rapids December 1 ALL THE WAY from Hawaii! I have...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Becky was a wonderful nanny for my daughters. She was enthusiastic, friendly, and tons of fun. She was dependable and firm when needed. I would hire her back in an instant!"
Jessica S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Alyssa. I have experience caring for children four months and older. I am comfortable with meal prep, light house cleaning, transportation, and pets. Most recently, I spent two years nannying for a 1-year-old child while in graduate school for social work. This also included cleaning services for two rental...
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa took great care of our 5 month old for the evening. She kept her entertained and made sure she was comfortable/happy. Alyssa is an experienced, trustworthy, and fun option for anyone who needs help with their little ones! 10/10 would recommend. Kids love her...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as adaptable, bubbly and driven!
I like working with kids because they make me feel like a kid again. I love using my imagination with them and being able to see the world through their eyes a bit.
I started working with kids when I was very young. I grew up as the oldest sister and have always...
5.0
"Jessica was so good with my daughter. Even prior to meeting, she did a video call to answer any questions or concerns. She sent updates on my daughter through the night while she watched her. I would definitely recommend her, and hire her again! She was a pleasure...
Reema P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have lived on a dairy farm my entire life until I moved to the area in January 2020. I have 3 brothers and 3 sisters, 4 nieces and 4 nephews. I have been home schooled and enjoy playing the piano and accordion. I have enjoyed taking care of children and being a mother's helper since I was 10, and love cooking and baking. My...
Lydia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lydia has been wonderful to work with. My kids love her and she always keeps them entertained and gets them outside to play when the weather is good. She is quick to respond to messages and always on time to babysit. We look forward to continuing to use Lydia to...
Elyse M.
5.0
(3)
Hi, So happy to have the opportunity to introduce myself.
My name is Mary, I am a 25+ year Montessori Certified Early Childhood teacher/nanny. I have had the privilege to work with many children and families in private homes, as well as over 10 with Grand Rapids Public Schools Montessori Children's House program!
Having...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Mary has the wonderful gift of being able to communicate with children at their level. She worked as a teaching assistant in my Montessori classroom for nine years. Our students and parents LOVED Ms. Mary. She is kind, understanding, and knows how to find ways to...
Kathy F.
Ashley H.
Jenison, MI
$15-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 1 year of experience babysitting, and I also served as a camp counselor. I love working with kids of all ages and building relationships with them. I attended school at Grace Christian University, and I graduated in 2022 with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I am hard-working and patient with kids, and I have a...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Ashley to watch our 4 year old son after his regular babysitter had to cancel last second and I posted on here with about 24 hours notice. I reached out to Ashley and she responded very quickly confirming she was available, and was even able to swing out...
Shelby K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you for reading my profile! I am a patient, affectionate, fun and reliable person with 4 years of experience in babysitting. I am also a mum and an aunt to 6 nieces and nephews whom I've had the experience of taking care of tutoring, storytelling, teaching art and cursive writing! I genuinely love kids, and enjoy seeing...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caring happy person who is good with children. My now 16 month son was quite comfortable. My 9 year old nephew thought she was a friend. Highly recommended!"
Joyce A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently working full time but will be moving to Spring Lake this summer so I will be looking for a new family to nanny for in the fall of 2025!
Being a mom myself, I understand how important it is to find a trustworthy nanny who will become a part of your family. I have experience with infants, toddlers and school age...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We could not have been happier with Jessica! She truly took great care of our son. She's incredibly reliable, caring, flexible, and hard working. Anyone would be lucky to have her watch their child."
Lia Z.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Liv! I love working with kids because they are full of amazing energy and such a joy to be around. I am passionate about children because you can learn a lot from them, such as how to enjoy the simple things in life. I also enjoy watching children grow and learn, and helping them as they face new challenges in...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Olivia is the sweetest soul I have ever met. She is so patient and kind. She is amazing with children my 3 year old might like her more than me. She has such a sweet and caring demeanor. She is very Responsible along with being a good influence on kids."
Paige P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am experienced and live in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
I have worked with children since I graduated from High School. My experience includes both professional and natural settings, including: Professional live-in Nanny, Volunteer Parent-Aid, Preschool teacher, VBS Appalachia Reach Out Volunteer in Inez Ky, YMCA Camp...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amy stayed with me for 3 days after my hip surgery, and was the most wonderful caregiver I could ever hope for. She anticipated my every need. She prepared meals, helped with medication, helped with exercises, helped get on Jobst stockings, and helped me to the...
Evanne H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Sarah! Working with children has always been a passion of mine, so I went on to study Early Childhood Education at Cornerstone University. Upon graduation, I worked as a lead teacher in a 12-18 month daycare classroom before becoming a professional nanny.
I have a decade of lifeguarding experience, so I take water...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We felt that our 5 month old was in excellent hands with Sarah on our night out while on vacation. She was punctual, professional and highly qualified to care for our infant. We absolutely recommend her!"
Peter B.
Madison M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been in childcare for around five years. This includes nannying for two different families, and being a summer camp counselor for the YMCA! I play soccer at Aquinas College and have coached children ages 4-12 in soccer as well.
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"My kids loved her and she did a great job cleaning up after the kids! Shes fun and plays with the kids- a win win for everyone!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have extensive experience in both informal and professional childcare settings.
I currently work as an administrative assistant, but my heart really is with children, and I spent a year working part-time at Milestones CDC in Belmont, MI and am looking to supplement my income by doing more of what I love in a more...
Prudence can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Prudence snapped beautiful Mother's Day photos for my family a few years back. The photos were lovely and Prudence was a joy to work with. "
Rory S.
Lexi A.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing and positively influencing young minds. With five years of experience, I am a patient and friendly individual who is comfortable enforcing household rules to ensure a safe and structured environment for your child. I believe in open communication and will provide written daily...
Lexi can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lexi nannied for our family during there summer vacation from school. She is the sweetest girl with the biggest heart! My children absolutely adore her and so do we. She is very responsible and caring. We loved having her a part of our family!"
Hannah R.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kaylana (Kay), I am 20 years old, and I have a 1-year-old son. I love working with kids. I have 4+ years of experience with kids of all ages. I am currently employed at a daycare where I teach a class of 1-4-year-olds. I also have 1 years of experience as a in home caregiver for elders and veterans.
More about me: I...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is MacKenzie. I'm married and live in Walker, MI. I have a lot of experience with children. I am one of 10 Children and have 3 children of my own. I also have experience taking care of animals and the elderly. I am looking for a few jobs to do as needed on the side. Please feel free to contact me with any...
Kenzie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kenzie was a caregiver for our son two days a week last spring semester when he was 17-20 months old. It was very obvious that our son took to her and learned a lot from her. She worked on developmental activities, such as teaching the parts of the body: eyes,...
Cindy D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in child care since I was 13 years old. I have worked with all ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I have spent a lot of time working with special needs children too. I am currently a resident at Nemours Children's Hospital and I enjoy babysitting in my free time. I'd be a great fit if you were looking...
Alissa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids and I LOVE Alissa. She is dependable, easy to talk to, loves my kids and dogs. She even surprised me with a super clean kitchen when I got home. We will miss her when she goes back to school this fall, but hope she will always be a part of our family and...
Michele K.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Sparta, MI
Catharina A.
5.0
Katie was an amazing sitter, playmate, and friend for our 2 year old this past summer! She has high energy, is kind and present with little ones, and is responsible. He had a blast on "Katie days." I'd highly recommend working with Katie!
- Kristen C.
Rachel W.
4.0
Rachel was a former student of mine who is now doing some observation hours in my classroom. She is a responsible, caring young adult who works hard to get the job done and does it to the best of her ability.
- Rosemary P.
Rebecca K.
5.0
Becca is creative, energetic and totally reliable. We feel truly blessed to have met her <3
- Care member
Rebecca T.
5.0
Becky was a wonderful nanny for my daughters. She was enthusiastic, friendly, and tons of fun. She was dependable and firm when needed. I would hire her back in an instant!
- Jessica S.
Alyssa B.
5.0
Alyssa took great care of our 5 month old for the evening. She kept her entertained and made sure she was comfortable/happy. Alyssa is an experienced, trustworthy, and fun option for anyone who needs help with their little ones! 10/10 would recommend. Kids love her and so do we!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Sparta, MI:
How can I find a Sparta babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Sparta, 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 Sparta, 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 Sparta, MI?
The average rate for Sparta, MI babysitters on Care.com is $21.00 per hour as of April 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 Sparta, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Sparta, 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.