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82 in home child care are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years
In home child care in Grand Rapids, MI
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love every phase of childhood, including my own three kids' current young adult years. My experience as a learning facilitator and nanny has shown me it's important to authentically connect with and respect children, balancing their desire for autonomy with safety. I focus on the individual child, their learning style and...
Miliana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miliana is exactly who we needed! She is very patient and kind to our learning squad, while being a true advocate for our children. She takes them on exciting field trips, helps them with daily schoolwork, and is emotionally supportive as well. My daughter was...
Melissa N.
Jessica S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Have 5 Years Of Experience In Watching All Ages Of Children
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jessica - thank you for taking the time to check out my profile! I have nannied for families since high school, and continued to do so throughout college. Once I graduated from GVSU in 2019 with an economics degree, I began my real estate career full-time. Throughout the last four years, I have solely focused on...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We recently moved to another state, and I'm hoping to find another sitter like Jessica in our new community! She babysat for our 4th grade son a few times when we lived in GR, and she was awesome when we needed extra help with things - like navigating the tricky...
Jamilyn B.
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Patty has been great with our almost 2 year old. He loves spending time with her! She is a good communicator and we have really enjoyed having her take care of our son."
Alison M.
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, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
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.
Regina R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Let me just say that I absolutely love children! I worked in Pediatrics for 4 years, went through Nursing school while working in Surgical Trauma as a Nursing Technician for 7 years, and eventually decided to stay home with my children, who are both grown now.
I am a career Nanny. This is my profession; I love and am proud of...
Regina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gina was our nanny for the first year of our daughter's life. She loved our daughter and was so involved in all aspects of her life. Our daughter was a preemie, and Gina attended all the early intervention visits so that she could get a better idea of how to help...
Carina K.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
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.
Alicianna M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Worked with kids Newborn - 12 Years..
I have Experience babysitting/nannying for about 6+ years and looking to make it more of a profession for the time being. I have experience in a in-home daycare.
Im in college at GRCC for child psychology.
I'm 21 years old and the oldest of 6 siblings and 2nd oldest of approx. 17...
Alicianna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alicianna was fantastic! She is dependable, energetic, flexible, and punctual. My children adored her and requested she moved with us when we relocated!! Hands down, I would re-hire Alicianna! She is the Best!!"
Stacey M.
Brianna S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hey! My name is Brianna but I usually just go by Brie. I'm currently working at Pine Rest full time but looking to go down to part time and be a nanny the other half of the time! Would be willing to be a full time nanny too, just have to find the right fit! :))
I've been in childcare since I was 13 so just about 10 years. I...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Even though we didn't hire Brianna she was a great candidate. She interviewed well and was well spoken and punctual for her interview."
Courtney R.
Kristina B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$25-51/hr • 18 yrs exp
**Fully Vaccinated - Covid Conscientious - Career Nanny**
5.0
(7)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
"The only job I ever loved more was being a nanny."
I am genuinely excited to be once again engaging exclusively in heart-centered work through the support of families and their children. While it is impossible to share enough with you here in this limited space, I have listed below the key takeaways of my career and would love...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kristina is our very own "Mary Poppins." Over the course of the last year, she has grown from our weekend nanny to a part of our family. Our two toddlers adore her completely. She's punctual, flexible with schedule and excellent at communication. She cares for our...
Tonya J.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two grown children/boy-girl ages 23 and 19 . I worked with all ages in our children ministry at the church's we have attended. When my children were younger I worked in Daycare's and also had a licensed Day Care in my home. Now that my children are grown and are no longer living at home, I am looking forward to...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lisa was the caregiver for my daughter between the ages of 2 and 4. She is so creative and great with kids. T. absolutely loved her and was so sad when we move away from Ms Lisa."
Cindy J.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mary is loyal and a dependable person! You put the children's best interest first and shows them respect!"
Kristen S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CURRENTLY OFFERING:
Day time appointments
Date night
**Hourly minimum: $20/hr.
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ABOUT ME:
30-years-old.
Social Worker.
Grand Valley State University alumni.
GVSU Grad student.
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EXPERIENCE:
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Elementary Team Lead at Boys & Girls Club
Bashor Children's Home (Residential)
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Boys 5th grade basketball...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Super accommodating! Very attentive and interactive with our son. Will definitely use again. "
Patricia K.
Grace M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am an energetic, easy-going person with 5 years of experience working with children of all ages and big groups of kids ranging from babysitting, swim lessons instructor, and kids summer camp event planning! I am also a certified lifeguard and love working and spending time with kids whether it be sitting at home doing crafts...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace has been a student of mine in orchestra for the past 8 years, and the final year she did some "student assisting" (teacher assistant) with me in my classroom. She is a great teacher and leader; she loves children and has passion and contagiousness that...
Sara J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking to babysit a little bit on my days off from my full time hospital job in my home. I am a registered nurse and have had 5-6 years of experience watching kids/babies. Have watch as many as 4 kids at a time and have a lot of experience with twins. Have lots of experience of ages 0-6 but really prefer the 0-1 ages! I am...
Tricia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently seeking a full time nanny or house manager position! I have had two nanny jobs with children ages 3 months - 5 years old. I have a lot of prior babysitting experience with children of all ages. I also worked with a pediatric dentist for several years which gave me a lot of great experience working with and caring for...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My 17 month old got along great with her. Flexible with hours and last minute requests. I feel my child is safe in her care."
Niki T.
College student living in the NE side of GR who loves to take care of people, especially little people! Kids and babies are so authentically themselves with their own little personalities and are so much fun before they understand all of the silly social rules that adults have. I thoroughly enjoy working with small people, and...
Grayce can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a stay at home momma to my two little boys C. (3) and R. (1), who offers care in my home!
I am available Monday-Friday 7:45am-5 p.m.
I offer daily rates, as I know that hourly rates can get really expensive!
$70/day for 5 hours or more, $50/day for anything less than 5 hours. This includes...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
&In home child care centers
Gill’s & Giggle’s is a Group in-home daycare that welcomes toddlers and preschooler-aged children. Our daycare follows a Montessori and Waldorf approach and boasts a spacious backyard for outdoor play. Program offers a blend of structured and independent play activities.
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Most recent reviews for in home child care in Grand Rapids, MI
Miliana J.
5.0
Miliana was a great fit for our family needs and dynamic. She likes to have busy hands and never needs to be asked to jump in. She has her own parenting experience, plus has nannied for a variety of families, so she has a lot of suggestions when you ask but not when you don't. She's great at letting...
- Rebekah R.
Jessica S.
5.0
We recently moved to another state, and I'm hoping to find another sitter like Jessica in our new community! She babysat for our 4th grade son a few times when we lived in GR, and she was awesome when we needed extra help with things - like navigating the tricky school pick-up process to get him...
- Jamilyn B.
Alyssa M.
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 would send me updates through out the...
- Care member
Patricia W.
5.0
I highly recommend Patty as an outstanding nanny. She is incredibly dependable and has a warm, loving, and friendly demeanor. My son absolutely adores her and eagerly awaits her visits. Patty has been a wonderful addition to our family, creating a nurturing and joyful environment for my child.
- Michael Y.
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.
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Grand Rapids, MI
How do I find in-home child care near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Grand Rapids, MI. There are 81 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.
How much does in-home child care near me cost in Grand Rapids, MI?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of November, 2024, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $18.02 for in-home child care providers near you in Grand Rapids, MI.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
You can compare 81 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.
Ratings for Grand Rapids, MI in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
In Home Child Care in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews of the 82 listed in home child care.