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85 in home child care are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years
In home child care in Grand Rapids, MI
I am married and recently went to part time as a clinical social worker at a local Psychiatric Hospital following the birth of my first child. I have mainly worked with children/adolescent population but also have experience working with adults and children. I have consistently babysat for both date nights and long-term...
Elise can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Alexis P.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I would love to care for your little ones! I am 21 years old. I have 2 years and some change of childcare under my belt. From the age of 12 to around 14, I regularly helped to babysit and care for my younger cousins from infancy to toddlerhood. In middle school, I participated in the program, which was assisting students...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emily S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$16-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Emily S I have worked in child care for over 10 years. My husband and I are moving back to West Michigan at the end of April. I am looking for a long term position while my husband is in his medical residency. I am comfortable working with children of all ages and I love helping out with pets - I have a...
Makenna C.
Grand Rapids, MI
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Makenna! I am a compassionate person with 9 years of experience working with children. Some of my previous jobs include after-school staff, babysitter, and live-in nanny, and I currently work at a youth residential treatment home.
I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children of all...
Makenna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Audrey H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been babysitting since I was a junior in high school, starting with the children of family friends. The ages varied from 4-7. In the Summer of 2018 I started working at a childcare center and continued working there a few weeks in the fall and winter when I was home from school. I was in charge of watching children from...
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Taylor and I love caring for others of all ages! I am currently going to school part time to pursue my dream job of being an elementary school teacher. Both of my classes are online, so my work schedule is extremely flexible! Growing up I often babysat my younger brother who has type 1 diabetes. Since diabetes is...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As I approach my eighth year of caregiving, I've come to truly understand the significant role a caregiver plays in a child's life. My goal is to inspire curiosity, self-expression, creativity, and discovery in a safe and enjoyable environment for your child.
Before becoming a nanny, I gained valuable experience working as a...
Abi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
August N.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-28/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a recent college grad with a handful of younger siblings that I've been taking care of since before I could talk. I have 4 years of experience babysitting/nannying (outside my home), as well as 3 years as a summer camp counselor, and I also tutored throughout highschool and college so I am always on board to help your kids...
August can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Saniy S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Saniy. I am 20 years old and was adopted when I was just 2 years old, so I can state with certainty that I know what it's like to care for someone who isn't related by blood. I adore how this shaped me into a more devoted family woman than I ever could have imagined. I have been helping my mother run an at-home day...
I have 5+ years of experience. Helped my mom growing up when she used to watch other kids while she was a stay at home mom I can help with Light Housekeeping, Swimming Supervision, and class work
Jordyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Courtney P.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Courtney, a full-time mental health therapist in the Grand Rapids area. I have many years of childcare experience, ranging from in-home nannying to daycares. As my current schedule varies day-to-day, I am looking to fill some gaps in my schedule with child or pet care. Please refer to my availability; I am not...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Paige D.
Grand Rapids, MI
$11-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey! . I am a 26 with a love for kiddos. The last 2 years I have worked full-time as a nanny for a family with 4 girls (5, 8, 10,& 13). I have really loved being a nanny and feel passionate about positively shaping young lives. With a college degree in psychology, countless hours of volunteering with children, First Aid and CPR...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hannah O.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have nannied a 2-year-old for about 4 months in between school years. I would also help with the older siblings once they were home from school. I helped with everything from meals to light cleaning jobs around the house, as well as aiding with laundry. On top of this nannying experience, I have babysat various children from...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Payton F.
Grand Rapids, MI
$11-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Payton. I am 18 tears old and the oldest of 3 sisters. I have 4 younger (toddler age) cousins. Over the past few years I have had experience with watching them when the parents are not home. I have also been a serious ballet dancer for the past 12 years and from that experience, I have been given the opportunity...
Payton can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Before having children of my own, I worked in an Early On program. Our team consisted of a teacher, a speech pathologist, and me, a social worker. I met with families, diagnosing children with ADD. I would create IEP curricula for these children and connect families with resources.
I have 3 children and stayed home with them...
Susannah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Susannah is a loving and reliable caregiver. She has taken care of my children—ages 1 and 3.5–several times. She takes them to the park and builds forts with them. My kids love playing with her. She tidies up while they nap. She follows my instructions. I really...
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Judy B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provided licensed childcare in my home for 15 years. Had two children of my own. Enjoy keeping the children moving. Not one to just sit in front of a tv or video games with the children. I feel children that are idle are not using their minds creatively.
Judy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Jake! I am a fun-loving and active man, happily engaged to my wonderful fiancé. Together, we share our lives with our energetic 3-year-old Australian Labradoodle. My passion for working with children is reflected in my extensive experience in public education in NYC, New Hampshire and here in Grand Rapids, both as a...
Jacob can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have 10+ years, paid and unpaid, caring for children ranging in ages infant to 10 years. I have worked in homes, pre-school, kindergarten and childcare center settings. I find that children warm up to me very quickly and seem to feel very comfortable expressing their needs to me. I absolutely love exploring outside, reading...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Hi everyone! I'm looking to add some extra hours into my schedule! I am 24 and have 10+ years of nannying and babysitting experience. I have worked with newborns to 13-year-olds, and am comfortable watching multiple children at once. I am free before 8am, after 5pm, and am interested in one time, recurring, and overnight...
Sophie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Paiton! I'm currently a stay at home mom to a 3-month-old boy. I am hoping he can tag along on this new adventure with me in taking care of children. Growing up, my family owned a daycare center. I helped out in many aspects of the facility. I've done everything from feeding and changing babies diapers to arts,...
Paiton can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
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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 85 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 April, 2025, 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 85 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 Rating4.8 / 5
In Home Child Care in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 41 reviews of the 85 listed in home child care.