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50 infant babysitters are listed in Petoskey, MI
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 7 years
Infant babysitters in Petoskey, MI
Gay H.
Petoskey, MI
$23-30/hr • 20 yrs exp
Teacher, Childcare & Educational Services, Field Trips & Nature Excursions
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a retired teacher providing in-home childcare and educational curricula services. My experiences have included working with both general education and special needs students. I lead a healthy, active lifestyle and enjoy planning engaging enrichment activities, nature excursions, field trips and participating in...
Gay can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi there! I absolutely love working with kids and babies. I love their playfulness and energy and being someone who can care for them and support them. I am CPR certified for both infants and children. I have had experience with childcare including both infants and children. Feel free to let me know if you have any...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lindsey. I have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have a Bachelors Degree in Education and have cared for children ages newborn-12 years old. I have been a camp counselor for two summers, an assistant teacher at some day cares and preschools in Petoskey and Harbor Springs. I have eight...
Lindsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Janette B.
Petoskey, MI
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of children in a variety of settings (babysitting, pre school teacher, nanny, home day care) for over 25 years. I enjoy working with children of all ages, especially infants and toddlers. I am a mom of an exceptional 17-year-old daughter and 3 young adult step daughters. I have many area references and a...
Janette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Such a nice calm presence about her with children and adults. Very kind. Very trusting. Great with kids of any age. Very dependable. Plays very well with children. I like that I did not find her to be on her phone frequently or social media etc. You will not find...
Jill B.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kendra. I graduated from Northern Michigan University with a major in Spanish and pre-medicine, and a minor in chemistry. My caregiving journey began at 12 and has grown into a fulfilling career. I've worked as a live-in nanny, professional nanny, tutor, and educator at a private high school.
In addition to my...
Kendra can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Dasha E.
Petoskey, MI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old, and have a 3-year-old daughter! I have my Early Childhood Education degree, and was a lead teacher in an infant room. If interested shoot me a message.
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Dasha is my daughter. She loves children and you would never find a more caring and attentive babysitter!"
Linda L.
Hi, I'm Sarah! I have 4 years of experience working in licensed childcare facilities. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Some things about me are I have my associates in Early Childhood Education, and I am an artist and singer! I'm very creative and experienced in ECE and childcare. I love to do fun...
Sarah J can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Michelle S.
Petoskey, MI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been babysitting for families in the Northern Michigan area since high school. I love to do outdoor activities, playing with pets, listening to music, crafts, and games while babysitting! I am a Central Michigan University graduate with a degree in Elementary Education. I was a teacher in Alaska, New Mexico and at...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a patient, caring, easy going and responsible person. I have had 4 years of experience with children ages 2 months to 10-years-old. I have worked at a nature based preschool, have been a babysitter for multiple families, worked at a local animal and am currently working . I am comfortable with pets. Disney is my life so...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamie was an excellent nanny for our 3 young children (ages 6, 4, &2)! She really developed relationships with them, took interest in their liking, and engaged with them very well. She was punctual, dependable, and had good communication skills. We would happily...
Sarah M.
Kayla P.
Petoskey, MI
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Kayla and I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 and I am currently 24. I was apart of the non profit organization called The Young Americans for 4 years where I traveled internationally teaching music and performing to kids and adults of all ages. My last two jobs were an assistant teacher in a pre-k...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hailey B.
Petoskey, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fourth-Grade Teacher Looking For Summer Nanny/Tutoring Work
I am a fifth-grade teacher and dance teacher who worked as a full-time nanny for eight years. I cared for children aged 3 months to 13 years in my time as a nanny.
I am not available for full-time work at the moment as I am in the classroom, but may be available for evening or weekend babysitting or tutoring. I am a certified...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hailey was awesome! She took care of our dogs while we were gone for the weekend. She let me know my pups were doing fine, and even left me a nice note when we returned. Thank you, Hailey, for taking such good care of my dogs while we attended our son’s wedding....
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Selena, and I have 8 years of babysitting experience, along with 5 years working in a daycare. My passion for caring for children drives me to create positive and nurturing environments where they can thrive.
I focus on fostering safety, happiness, and development through engaging activities tailored to each child's...
Selena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Olivia A.
Petoskey, MI
$19-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Olivia's Get To Know Me. Please Feel Free To Ask Any Questions Or Concerns You Might Have.
Hello! My name is Olivia, I'm 20yrs old. I'm outgoing, passionate, I have great work ethic, and I love kids! I have experienced in babysitting for family and friends. I can managing daily routines and activities, handle emergencies and first aid, as well as effectively communicate with parents and guardians appropriately.
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I am looking to be a nanny for a family throughout the summer, starting in June, preferably from around 7 or 8 in the morning to around 5 or 6 in the afternoon, along with a consistent schedule. I have helped my aunt with her daycare for two summers with up to 12 kids on certain days. I love kids and love babysitting! I know...
Abby can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been watching children for over 5 years and have been nannying for 2! I take pride in what I do and ensure that each child feels safe and nurtured. I love incorporating life skills into projects such as crafts and baking! I can't wait to meet you and your family :)
Maisy H.
Petoskey, MI
$19/hr • 1 yrs exp
As a nurturing and enthusiastic childcare provider with a year of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have given me hands-on experience in caring for children of various ages. I firmly believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can...
Maisy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
I have been babysitting little ones since I was 14-even before being able to drive! Now that I am in my 20s and out of school, I still try to babysit when I am able to. In the years I have spent with kids, I have expanded my imagination and learned to see the world through eyes of awe and wonder. Whenever I get the chance to...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Martyna K.
Petoskey, MI
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, humble and patience
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old. Vacation work and after full time nanny. In 2022 I graduated nursing school in Poland.
In my spare time, I like to cooking, listening to music, spending time with my family and friends, doing all outdoors...
Sarabeth S.
Petoskey, MI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking for a Nanny or a Babysitter? Well You Found The Right Person
4.8
(21)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hello, thank you so much for looking at my profile. I have always been a 2nd mom to a lot of people. I have helped raised my little sisters and cousins. I have also watch children around the area I lived full time. Ive lived in Alaska as a live-in nanny for 1yr watching 3 kids ages -twins 13mons, 9yr. I have watch ages newborn...
Sarabeth can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We came in from out of town and needed a sitter for two nights while we attended concerts. My kids have not had many sitters so I was apprehensive about someone I did not know or knew from word of mouth…with that said I’m so glad we hired Sarabeth - she was...
Care member
Hello! I'm Natalie, a Petoskey native with a passion for childcare. With 17 years of babysitting experience & 7 of those years as a nanny for three wonderful families, I've had the joy of caring for children from ages 2 months to 13+ years old. My First Aid/CPR/AED Red Cross certification ensures that your child's safety (and...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Petoskey, MI
Janette B.
5.0
Janette took excellent care of our 11 month old son for daycare in our home. Reliable, easy to communicate with, and left notes on how each day went! We have a full house of three dogs and a cat and she was accommodating to their energy too! I would recommend her to anyone looking for someone to...
- Rachel B.
Dasha E.
5.0
Dasha is my daughter. She loves children and you would never find a more caring and attentive babysitter!
- Linda L.
Jamie F.
5.0
Jamie was great! She was on time and worked really well with my son. He was teething and she handled his cranky attitude really well. She was great!
- Care member
Hailey B.
5.0
Hailey was awesome! She took care of our dogs while we were gone for the weekend. She let me know my pups were doing fine, and even left me a nice note when we returned. Thank you, Hailey, for taking such good care of my dogs while we attended our son’s wedding. I was able to enjoy the weekend...
- Care member
Sarabeth S.
5.0
Sarabeth was great with our 3 kids. We have 2 boys 8 and 6 along with a 3 year old girl and they we're all excited to tell us stories of the activities they did while we were out. She was easy to communicate with and flexible on timing. We will definitely have her back again.
- Kellin C.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Petoskey, MI
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Petoskey, MI in January, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Michigan, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Petoskey have rates starting at $18.00.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Petoskey, MI?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 24 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Petoskey, MI?
There are 24 infant babysitters near you in Petoskey, MI. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.
Ratings for Petoskey, MI infant babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Infant Babysitters in Petoskey, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 50 listed infant babysitters.