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Find child care providers in Traverse City, MI that you’ll love

180 child care providers are listed in Traverse City, MI

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 6 years

Child care providers in Traverse City, MI

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Simona C.


Traverse City, MI

$25/hr20 yrs exp

Loving Fun Sitter & Smile Creator & Child Care Companion

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 17 years of experience caring for children in my home based licensed daycare, one year experience working in a large daycare center and I'm currently working as an assistant preschool teacher. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, and running children to lessons, practices, etc. I open to caring for hour...
Simona can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"simona was wonderful with our 1.5 year old daughter! we highly recommend her."

Miles G.

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Emily M.


Traverse City, MI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Caring Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 8+ years experience, as a teacher in schools and as a nanny. I studied Early Childhood Education at NMC, and am a lifelong learner of child development. I am a conscious caregiver, deeply valuing the earliest years. My practices are relationship-based, community oriented, child led, as well as play and nature centric. My...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Emily as a full-time nanny for our girls and employed her for over two years. Emily was so wonderful for our girls, and they loved her! She has such a fun and creative spirit; we were always so impressed with the different activities, projects, and crafts...

Kristen C.

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Julie F.


Traverse City, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Have Experience Raising & Caring For Children, Adults & Seniors

I have raised 6 children including 5 foster children. Have a special heart for developmentally disadvantaged children, adults & special seniors care.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Julie is awesome & very experienced. She cared for my brother & mother."

Jim C.

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Patricia C.


Traverse City, MI

$20/hr13 yrs exp

Part Time Summer And Occasional Caregiver

Hired by 34 families in your neighborhood

I am a mature, kind, experienced, sitter looking for great families to work for. I am not taking any regularly set jobs at this tine. I'm available to help families out for occasional and back up care. I have a Social Work degree and have taken many child development classes as well as many years experience working with children...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"This is our second time with Patricia- we are from out of town but come to Traverse city 1-2 times per year. Patricia is so calm and soothing, and we were thrilled she was able to watch our kids for us again. We have a pretty rambunctious 2.5 year old and 15 month...

Sarah C.

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Theresa S.


Traverse City, MI

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Super Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I began my studies in early childhood education in 2008 in Seattle. While in school I worked as a nanny. I'm confident in saying that every family I have worked for was very happy with the care I provided. They left the house everyday knowing their child would be safe and getting the experiences they needed to help them learn...
Theresa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
" Theresa, or MyTresa, as my boys like to call her, worked as a sitter for my boys from the ages of 2 & 4 until 5 & 7. I cannot recommend her highly enough. She was always on time, she was always ready to jump in with both feet into the little boy world. She was...

Amy S.

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Ariel D.


Traverse City, MI

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hi I'm Ariel! I'm 21 From Northern Michigan

Hi! I'm Ariel I'm from northern Michigan I have some college classes under my belt in Child care as well as culinary arts. I also have lots of experience in housekeeping. I have been babysitting on and off since I was 13. I LOVE doing crafts/art especially with children. I also love animals and I am willing to do...
Ariel can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was very attentive and helpful ! We moved otherwise I'd definitely hire her again! She's awesome!"

Amber N.

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Maxine V.


Traverse City, MI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional Nanny Available May 2022

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny/ household manager for 10 years! I love kids and have 2 kids of my own now! My husband works remotely and my daughters are 4 and 2 years old. I'm a full time nanny during the week but am always available for date nights or weekends so feel free to reach out if looking for a sitter!
Maxine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"The best of the best our daughter loves her so much. She is wonderful"

Mathieu B.

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Christina R.


Traverse City, MI

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy being part of a child's development and teaching new things! I consider myself caring, patient, reliable, and honest. Things we like to do: exploring parks, playing outside, drawing, reading, signing/dancing, make-believe play, going to the children's museum, and library. I have 3 boys of my own: 8yrs old, 5 yrs old, and...
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Christina watched my little one when a last minute conflict came up. She was great with my son, who is not very fond of anyone he doesn't know. He had a great time with her and I would take him back to stay with Christina again in a heart beat. "

Shaunna E.

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Annie P.


Traverse City, MI

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

ANNIE, THE NANNY

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, Thank you for wanting to learn more about who I am. I value the importance of determining whether I am the right fit for your family! Being a nanny for the past 10 years has been the most rewarding career I have had. I am currently a nanny for twin boys. They will be going to school full time this Fall, so I am looking...
Annie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Annie has cared for our twin boys since they were 1.5 years old, now 3.5. She won over their hearts immediately with the love she shared with them daily. She was so active with these busy boys and had them outside in rain, snow and our favorite sunshine (though...

Jill S.

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Noelle R.


Traverse City, MI

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

Noelle

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey my name is Noelle and I am looking for babysitting jobs. I am responsible and good with children!
Noelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Noelle is great! My daughter was very comfortable and loved being with her. Definitely would hire her again!"

Vanessa H.

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Shelby F.


Traverse City, MI

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Shelby I am the owner of a small cleaning business but my passion is in helping families with daily kid activities. I have been a nanny for more then 4 families. I love to help in the ways I can:) My small business is also accepting new cleaning jobs. If you are interested in that as well.
5.0
"Shelby did a great job with a group of kids ranging from 6 weeks to 6 years. She was attentive to the little one but also played with the older ones. I would definitely hire her again!"

Cameron L.

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Leah D.


Traverse City, MI

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Leah! I am 26 years old:) I have over 8 years of professional experience and 3 years of pre-professional experience, I have worked with children of all ages and can't wait to have some of my own! I currently am a part time live in nanny working with an 8-year-old boy(Wednesdays and Fridays until EOD are days I do...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Leah did an excellent job taking care of my kids and keeping them occupied while I was working. The kids still ask about her years later. We love Leah!"

Maggie J.

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Adrienne C.


Traverse City, MI

$10-16/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Applicant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Fully vaccinated! Hi, I'm Adrienne! With over 5 years of babysitting/nannying experience, I am comfortable watching kids of all ages! I am certified in babysitting and CPR through the American Red Cross. I am available anytime on the weekend (Fri-Sun), and available after 5 on weekdays.
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Adrienne came right in and the boys instantly took to her. We have hired her for several date nights and she is wonderful! "

Krista A.

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Brittany A.


Traverse City, MI

$16-44/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a teacher during the year and have 15-year-old and 19-year-old daughters. I work part time teaching in the summer but have some availability to tutor, take care of pets or babysit.
Brittany can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brittany is the best babysitter. She interacts well with kids, is energetic and is a great substitute "mom." She is trustworthy and caring. Any child would be lucky to have her as a sitter."

Lesa S.

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Erin F.


Traverse City, MI

$10-30/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time Childcare, Pet Sitter, Nanny

I taught middle school Science and Language Arts for 6 years before getting my Masters degree in Outdoor Education from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. I am passionate about getting kids outside and would be happiest in an environment where I can encourage outdoor play and learning. I love animals of all sorts, am...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Erin, will provide so much more than just a sitter. She cared for my active, curious boys. There wasn't a day rain or shine that she missed getting them outside and being active and creative. Weekly they would take bike rides to the library, to the beach, or other...

Penny M.

Child care centers in Traverse City, MI

YMCA Child Development Center

YMCA Child Development Center

1027 McRae Hill Rd, Traverse City, MI

Year round educational based Child Care. Serving ages 3 weeks- 5 years. Full-time and Part-time options. FREE YMCA FAMILY MEMBERSHIP! (With Full-Time enrollment) Creative Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, Kindergarten readiness, M-F, 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. coverage.

RosyLane Early Learning Center

RosyLane Early Learning Center

1020 Rose Street, Traverse City, MI

Our mission is to provide a warm and nurturing environment where children feel safe, loved and a part of our class family. We encourage the love of learning, the love of books and the love of creating! All activities are carefully designed to nurture the whole child. Our unique Home Preschool offers...

Pathways Preschool

Pathways Preschool

703 Rose St., Traverse City, MI

Pathways Preschool is expanding soon from a group childcare home to a childcare center. We focus on creating secure attachments to caregivers and healthy patterns of relating to peers and adults while developing the whole child. Pathways serves an organic menu.

Central Day Care Center

Central Day Care Center

4100 Barnes Rd, Traverse City, MI

5.0

(2)

Central Day Care Center in Traverse City, Michigan is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 74 children from infants to school age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and...
5.0
"CDCC is an excellent care facility - my 3 kids have all very much enjoyed their time there. The teachers are lovely, the lessons are solid and the smiles are never ending!"

Becky J.


Little Ones Child Care and Preschool is a mission of Fellowship Church in Traverse City, though you do not need to be a member to attend. We use a research based curriculum that was developed in Michigan. Christian education is woven into our day. All classrooms attend Chapel on Wednesdays. We...
5.0
"Our two daughters love going to Little Ones. They have grown in so many ways. Our 5 year old is more confident in who she is and our 3 year old is also coming out of her shell. The staff have meaningful relationships with our children and sincerely care about...

Sarah


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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Traverse City, MI

Simona C.

5.0

simona was wonderful with our 1.5 year old daughter! we highly recommend her.

- Miles G.

Emily M.

5.0

We hired Emily as a full-time nanny for our girls and employed her for over two years. Emily was so wonderful for our girls, and they loved her! She has such a fun and creative spirit; we were always so impressed with the different activities, projects, and crafts that she planned for them! She...

- Kristen C.

Julie F.

5.0

Julie is awesome & very experienced. She cared for my brother & mother.

- Jim C.

Patricia C.

5.0

This is our second time with Patricia- we are from out of town but come to Traverse city 1-2 times per year. Patricia is so calm and soothing, and we were thrilled she was able to watch our kids for us again. We have a pretty rambunctious 2.5 year old and 15 month old. They were both immediately...

- Sarah C.

Theresa S.

5.0

Theresa, or MyTresa, as my boys like to call her, worked as a sitter for my boys from the ages of 2 & 4 until 5 & 7. I cannot recommend her highly enough. She was always on time, she was always ready to jump in with both feet into the little boy world. She was always kind and helpful. And she was...

- Amy S.

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Ratings for Traverse City, MI child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.9 / 5

Child Care Providers in Traverse City, MI are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 83 reviews of the 180 listed child care providers.