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60 babysitters are listed in Sparta, MI
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Sparta, MI
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love music, reading, and being outside/active. I've been married to my husband, Joshua, for 4 years and counting. I like planning activities and making sure the children I care for get plenty of time outside.
I truly would appreciate if you chose me to watch your kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma has an approachable, fun, and authoritative demeanor with children. She is creative, wise, and even tempered. With her experience having a special needs sister she can readily find solutions to a variety of situations. I find her very trustworthy, wise,...
Suzanne R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have always had fun watching little ones in the nursery at my church and around the neighborhood (I grew up with six siblings).
I am also comfortable with pets. I have two huskies and have had cats all my life.
I am an LPN and have an up-to-date BLS. I don't smoke and I own a car for transportation.
I am in school...
Sarena can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Awesome personality, very caring, just couldn't find a schedule during the day for her."
Dave V.
Maddie M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madeline, I am a 24-year-old college student! Ive been caring for children from the ages of 2 weeks -14 years of age for about 7 years now as well as caring for mothers and the home post-partum! Working with kids, especially babies and their mothers, is a passion of mine, and its the reason I'm currently...
Maddie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddie nannied for our 3 year old and now 11 month old son. She is fun, kind, smart and down to earth. Maddie took all of the crazy teething, separation anxiety tantrums and sassy "threenager" fits in stride. I never ever worried about my kids when they were with...
Ashly H.
Catalina H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I just moved to the area and looking to Nanny, babysit, pet sit or elder sit! I graduated with my LPN and have been babysitting since I was 13 years old watching all ages. I've worked at a nursing home for two years and loved every minute. I worked at a group home for troubled youth in the system for two years and loved that job...
Catalina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Cat worked with our adult daughter who has special needs for a few months after she moved into her own house. Cat was wonderful with her. She was kind, intelligent, motivated, hard working, dependable and our daughter loved hanging out with Cat. I highly recommend...
Charles D.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have +7 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages.
I speak Portuguese and English fluently, intermediate Spanish.
Certifications:
-CPR/ First Aid
-Child behavior, development
-Child care health and safety
-Healthy cooking for kids
-Infancy and the First Two years.
-psychology of education
-Newborn sleeping...
Helen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Helen is a charming young woman with a calm, balanced demeanor. She demonstrates patience, care, and joy. Our daughter adores her and looks forward to "Helen nights.""
Sara S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm an experienced nanny/babysitter looking for work in the Grand Rapids area. I have 8 years of experience Working with three different families. I have worked with kids ages newborn to 12 years old. Kids love me because I'm fun, respectful, caring, and responsible. They will feel safe with me and safety is my number one...
5.0
"Sam is punctual, reliable and dependable. We will definitely be hiring her again!"
Jeffrey K.
Mackenzie W.
Wyoming, MI
$8-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, flexible, handworking
I like working with kids because everyday is a different day! I am going to college to be a teacher or open a daycare! I have worked with kids since I turned 16 and ive never disliked it.
I'm looking for a job that works with my college schedule! While allowing me...
Annika G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Annika! I enjoy being outside, reading, am a creative/artistic person and animal lover. I have loved children for as long as I can remember and really enjoy being a nanny. For the past 5 years, I have provided childcare and gained a lot of experience with multiple children, ages newborn-12 years. I love that I am able...
Annika can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Annika has been one of the greatest gifts to our family! She has truly become a part of our life and we are so thankful for our time together. We are so sad to be moving and whoever gets to work with Annika will be the absolute luckiest. As first time parents, we...
Gaby W.
3.0
(1)
I am 27 years old and have several years of experience with children of all ages. I have four brothers. I have watched my younger siblings and their children over the years. I started volunteering in the church nurseries at a young age, and that's when I knew I wanted to care for children as my career. I've had several years of...
Ashleigh can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"We interviewed this caregiver and hired her to start babysitting for our family. She cancelled on us twice - on relatively short notice. We ended up having to cancel our plans. She agreed to babysit on several dates, but ended up taking a job that paid her...
Kelli C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a middle child of nine, I grew up in a house full of little ones. I had regular babysitting jobs through high school and college. A graduate of Michian State University, I am passionate about Theatre and other arts, vegetable gardening, and social justice. I love hanging out with kiddos, being outside, and playing games.
I...
Angelica can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madelyn, and I am a 2nd Grade Teacher. I have been teaching for the past 4 years and absolutely love what I do. I am looking for a part-time job this summer. I grew up babysitting 3 different families. Each family was unique with different needs. I have cared for infants, toddlers, and school aged kids. It was a...
Madelyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We couldn't have asked for a better nanny with Madelyn. She worked fantastically with our son and did many small chores around the home as well. We rarely needed to explain much as she was very observant and caught on quickly. We will miss her as our nanny!"
Alex W.
Amanda G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over 10+ Years Experience, Energetic Professional Ready To Entertain Your Child/Children & Or Pets!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Amanda & I'd love to apply for your position. I took a babysitter course through our local hospital where I worked as a nurse assistant. I have lots of childcare experience from the age of 14. I've cared for infants to pre-teens, including children on the spectrum or with seizure disorders. (My ex-husband had...
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at work, sending us pictures & texts frequently to always...
Sarah D.
Julia M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Julia! I am an avid reader and love the outdoors. When I babysit my favorite activities (weather dependent) is taking the kiddos outside to the beach, library, or park! If the weather is cold or does not support inside activities my second plan is cooking, playing, or crafting! There is always something creative and...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Julia is awesome and if she hadn't already accepted a full time job, I would be begging her to be my permanent home helper. She's great with the kids and making my home life easier."
Lisa R.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Mariah and I am 23 years old. I have 4 years of babysitting experience with ages ranging from newborn- teen. I would love to get to know a family and help their little grow/thrive in all aspects of life. Here are some of my favorite qualities about myself: I am trustworthy, nurturing, fun, creative, patient,...
Mariah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Thank you for taking such great care of my home. I have been very pleased with your service and I am so thankful jamie selected you to clean for us! Mariah did an awesome job, she can clean better than I do! I feel like my house is brand new again! Thank you!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Years of experience with children, laundry, housework & household management as both a live in and live out nanny. Also experienced with and open to a nanny share. Dependable transportation, neat and organized, excellent at prioritizing and multi tasking. Enjoy children of all ages. I have a 10/2021 girl that accompanies me to...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sara is a baby whisperer! She is great with my 10 year old and my 2 year old both. Not only does she love my children like her own, she does age appropriate activities and is consistent, loving and reliable. She is hands down the best! If we lived closer we would...
Lisa P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been baby sitting since I was 16 years old. I have worked back home at a day care for the past four years. I have taken care of infants, toddlers, pre-schoolers, and school-age kids. I am very responsible and I love children. I am currently a Senior at Grand Valley State University and I am majoring in Special Education....
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alyssa was a wonderful sitter for our two boys. She is very kind and genuine. I felt comfortable the moment I met her. She always took great care of our infant-now toddler-son (she primarily watched him). Always wrote down his feeding times, nap times, etc. and...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I love babies, young children, and animals and being a part of children's' health, happiness, and development. When my son was a young child, I was a licensed home day-care provider for infants through children aged seven. I have an Associates Degree in Child Development and Bachelors in Psychology. Working with families with...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Patty was a perfect fit for our family and we were grateful to have found her. She is very responsive to commutation and adaptable to our changing work schedules. A change in shifts is the only reason we are no longer retaining her services. I know my Daughter was...
Kate C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Working as a summer camp counselor for 5+ years has really opened my eyes to how great kids are! I have so many ideas for how to engage your kids and help them learn new things. I am a huge outdoor enthusiast and love doing things like hiking and swimming.
I graduated in April 2022 with my Bachelor's of Social Work and I am...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
I have 11 years of experience having worked with kids and babies of all ages. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I'm outgoing and personal, I love doing and teaching crafts and activities, and getting to know the kiddos individuality and interests. Though I may be fun, I won't have any trepidation enforcing YOUR...
Lydia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Lydia watched our baby three days a week for over a month and did a wonderful job! She truly cares about the kids in her care. She does enriching activities and shows lots of love. She is also good at communicating and is generally very helpful."
Rebecca B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom of two grown kids and I also have two awesome grands.
I was a 911 operator and police/fire/medical dispatcher for 18 years and previous to my time as a dispatcher I had nearly finished nursing school and have taken BLS and CPR classes.
I am a recent breast cancer survivor and I'm feeling great. I have finished all...
Cindy can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cindy is a kind, knowledgeable, generous soul. She always followed our instructions and cared for our child the way we intended. Cindy never hesitated to let us know if she noticed something concerning, which was appreciated! She'd send me updates and pictures...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Sparta, MI
Emma P.
5.0
Emma is reliable and provides such attentive care. My baby always smiles when she arrives and is happy to be with her throughout the day! I trust Emma and she is a friendly presence in our home.
- Kathleen S.
Sarena A.
5.0
I completely trust my young children to Sarena's care while I am absent.
- Char V.
Maddie M.
5.0
Maddie provided care to our toddler for several months. We were always impressed with her calm and playful presence around our daughter.
- Myra S.
Catalina H.
5.0
Cat worked with our adult daughter who has special needs for a few months after she moved into her own house. Cat was wonderful with her. She was kind, intelligent, motivated, hard working, dependable and our daughter loved hanging out with Cat. I highly recommend Cat.
- Charles D.
Helen F.
5.0
Helen was wonderful with our 6 month old baby even when he was having a bad day. Would definitely hire her again and would recommend her!
- Anders C.
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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 4 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 $20.25 per hour as of December 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 Sparta, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Sparta, 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.