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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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & 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)
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, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Mary worked for me as an assistant in a Montessori preschool kindergarten. She was excellent with the children. She was loving, firm, and kind. She always seemed to know what the children needed and was available to them."
Jennifer M.
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 is fantastic! She is kind and caring and kids are drawn to her as she is a naturally good person. We would definitely recommend Lydia to care for children. Trustworthy and dependable definitely describes her and the kids had a great time with her. Great...
Regan B.
5.0
(2)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is reliable and very friendly, my son lived having her as a babysitter."
David C.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & 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
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently working full time and unavailable.
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 children. It has always been the highlight of my day to see the children I nanny for and their bright...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica has been our nanny for the past 3 years (starting when my son was 2.5) and is only leaving us because my son is going to school full time next year. Jessica is kind, loving, safe, communicative and incredibly reliable. I feel like she is a member of my...
Care member
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!"
Sarah R.
5.0
(1)
I am a high energy very positive person! I love being goofy with kids and will listen to story after story all day and/or tell story after story all day! Personally I am into lots of crafts, puzzles, crocheting, and gaming. I love anything pastel colored or rainbow and am entertained so easily lol
Here is some of my work...
Britney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Britney babysits my twin girls who are 7 months old. Britney is a wonderful babysitter. She is so kind to my children and they love her. Britney has also been super adaptable with all the new changes through my children's milestones. I also have a dog and Britney...
Morgan D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Riley & I just recently relocated back to my hometown of GR after living in Metro Detroit for the past two year. I work as a pediatric speech and language pathologist by day, however am trying to find weekend/date night work!
A little bit about my experience: I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 15, I am...
Riley can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Riley watched our almost 3 year old and 3 month old while my husband and I went to dinner. When we returned, my 3 year old did not want her to leave. We highly recommend Riley!"
Mary N.
Alexa L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alexa and I am a 24 yr old kid lover. During my senior year of highschool I took a lifeguarding class (includes CPR) and an early childhood education course, followed by coaching 3 to 15 yr olds, nannying for 5 years, and watching/ loving on my nephews ages 2 to 6 1/2 years. The past couple years i've really...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Alexa was the nanny to our 2 daughters ages 3 and 4 for one school year. We all (parents included) loved having Alexa as our nanny! Alexa always made sure our girls stayed on schedule, were fed, dressed, hair done, and teeth brushed faster than we could do it...
Mandy P.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...
Jessalynn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and...
Jennifer C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Sparta, MI
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
Jessica A.
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 to work with.
- Reema P.
Mary B.
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 reach all children. I valued her...
- Kathy F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Sparta, MI:
How can I find a Sparta babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Sparta, MI?
The average rate for Sparta, MI babysitters on Care.com is $17.50 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 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.