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60 infant babysitters are listed in Portage, MI
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years
Infant babysitters in Portage, MI
Katherine M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am organized, dedicated, thoughtful, and I love working with kids. Whether as a nanny, tutor, mentor, coach, pod teacher, or recess coordinator, I have worked with a wide variety of children from many backgrounds as they navigate and grow as individuals. My background includes infant up to high school age students and I...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kat is the type of caregiver you dream about, and miss dearly when she is gone. She truly is one in a million. Kat watched our kids (then 3 & 5) along with 3 others during covid, for 9 months, 4 days a week. She did daily montessori and spanish lessons, took...
Audrey G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rachel. I have been working with children since a young age. Currently I am taking classes in communications, but I have 2 years of previous Elementary Education experience. I love arts and crafts and coming up with creative ideas to keep children engaged and using their imaginations.
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is AMAZING with our son and she has become part of the family. My son gets excited every time Ray Ray comes over and she has made many days super special for him. She's kind, patient, and willing to take my son on adventures to gymnastics, the museum, etc....
Brianna R.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Summer and I just graduated with my bachelors in Psychology at UNCW with a minor in applied behavior analysis/intellectual disabilities. I know it is a bit in advance, but I will be moving to Kalamazoo and I am searching for a FULL-TIME nannying position starting in AUGUST. I will also be available for...
Summer can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We loved Summer! She was very flexible with us as our plans came together and she was even able to stay a bit longer than expected when our plans changed that night. She was great with our son and gave us nice updates. We will certainly use her again and would...
Brandon T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 58-year-old young grandmother to a 6-year-old and 3-year-old twins - all girls. I'm a (17 years) WMU staff member with an eye on retirement. I'd like to babysit occasionally in the evenings and/or weekends. My granddaughters have a bedroom/toy room at my house, so watching children in my home is an available option if you...
Cindy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Cindy took great care of our animals. I will definitely be using her again and I would recommend her to anyone looking for an Animal Caregiver."
Laura W.
Megan K.
Kalamazoo, MI
$14-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been babysitting/nannying for almost 11 years now. I have many years of experience as a youth camp leader with children aged 4-7 normally in groups of 10. I also have worked in my churches care center with children 3 months to 5 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 13 for families around my neighborhood. I...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Megan has been our nanny for almost a month. She is punctual, dependable, and awesome with our 20 month old. She does an awesome job making meals, cleaning up, playing with our son, going outside, teaching him through crafts and games. She is amazing and such a...
Julia K.
Brenna O.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Child Whisperer Extraordinaire: Your Go-To Babysitter For Fun And Adventure!
5.0
(1)
I am dedicated to providing top-notch care for children and animals, ensuring their safety, happiness, and well-being. I have 4 years of experience watching children between 0-13 years old. I also have a lifetime of experience with dogs, cats, and small animals.
My childcare services include:
In-home babysitting
Date night...
Brenna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Brenna was amazing! She was attentive to my sons needs and always gave me updates on how he was doing. She’s punctual and trustworthy. You can tell she really cares about our son and genuinely loves what she does. Highly recommend! "
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Lauren M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I started babysitting children at the young age of 13.
Since then I have cared for three children on the autism spectrum. I worked at a day care while attending Lake Michigan College full time as an Early Childhood major.
When I was in high school I attended the Lawrence Vocational Center, and I was accepted into the Cadet...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very caring and loving toward children, always takes care of their needs first and does what's best."
Hunter L.
*If you prefer that your baby's care will take place in my home/apartment or in your home, please, feel free to contact to know more about my background and any other details.
I'm flexible and will try my best to work around your plans.
*I'm CPR/First Aid Certified!
Hint: I'm available weekends and some week days. I'm a...
Odunola can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
My Name Is Elisha I am 23 I live in Kalamazoo Michigan. I work at a hospital and like to baby sit on the side! I have done child care for years.
Elisha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 5 years of experience caring for children, from infants to pre-teens. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
Kanani can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Anna N.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi families! My name is Anna and I currently attend WMU and am studying Aviation Flight Science. I have 8 years of full and part-time babysitting and nannying experience, including newborns through preteens. I am willing to help around the home with basic chores and well as helping with homework, carpooling and cooking/meal...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Megan R.
Kalamazoo, MI
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a formal and reserved individual with a passion for nurturing and educating children. My journey into childcare originated from my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my ability to positively impact young lives. I believe every child deserves a safe and stimulating environment to grow and learn.
I tailor my...
Delaney E.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've had five years of volunteer and job experience in childcare. I have experience volunteering in local church's kids' ministries, being a teacher's aid at a Montessori school serving children aged infant to elementary, and babysitting. Working with children is a passion of mine, and I love getting to know them and leading...
Skills:
CPR
Alyson B.
Kalamazoo, MI
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hey there! I'm Alyson. I am 19 years old and looking for nanny positions! I have lived in Kalamazoo/Portage area my whole life, so I know the area pretty well. I currently work at Jimmy John's as a Driver/Inshopper, I have worked there for almost 2 years. I do have my license, so driving is no problem. I drive a 2009 Chevy...
Hello,
I am a graduate student at WMU in the field of Speech-Language Pathology. I am fully vaccinated and have had experience with children, babies and special needs children and coursework in child development. I have worked at Daycares, other nannying jobs, an autism center, schools and in the campus speech clinic with...
Madelynn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Brooke! I am a 30-year-old female and I currently hold a master's degree in social work. I have been nannying and babysitting on and off since the age of 13. I love working with infants and children and have a child psychology and development background. I currently work full-time as a mental health therapist. I...
Brooke can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
I'm a passionate childcare provider with four years of experience looking after children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love coming up with fun and educational activities to keep kids engaged and entertained.
I firmly believe that every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and...
Kristin S.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Certified Babysitter - Much Experience With Children And Animals
I have taken and completed a red cross babysitting class. I am first aid certified. I have taken numerous courses on child development and behaviour. I have been employed at the YMCA since 2017 and have experience with infants to elementary age kids. I also have 4 dogs and 2 cats and have experience with birds as well and I am...
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kaylie Y.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a creative and patient childcare provider with experience caring for children of all ages from infants to preteens. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my ability to make a positive impact on children's lives. I enjoy engaging with children through...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting my sophomore year of college (2018). I have many years of experience working with kids from infant to 11-year-old. I have had multiple jobs working with children . I worked in two daycares, a summer camp, classroom aide and Paraprofessional. I am currently working as a Paraprofessional in an Autism...
Dawn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Portage, MI
Katherine M.
5.0
Kat is the type of caregiver you dream about, and miss dearly when she is gone. She truly is one in a million. Kat watched our kids (then 3 & 5) along with 3 others during covid, for 9 months, 4 days a week. She did daily montessori and spanish lessons, took them on walks, they learned songs,...
- Audrey G.
Rachel T.
5.0
Rachel is AMAZING with our son and she has become part of the family. My son gets excited every time Ray Ray comes over and she has made many days super special for him. She's kind, patient, and willing to take my son on adventures to gymnastics, the museum, etc. We are all sad she has to return to...
- Brianna R.
Summer D.
5.0
Summer is the first babysitter we've felt comfortable enough to look after our child with Autism. She is kind, fun, reliable, and eager to understand how she can best look after your child. We truly enjoy Miss Summer!
- Jasmine T.
Cindy C.
5.0
Cindy took great care of our animals. I will definitely be using her again and I would recommend her to anyone looking for an Animal Caregiver.
- Laura W.
Megan K.
5.0
Megan has been our nanny for almost a month. She is punctual, dependable, and awesome with our 20 month old. She does an awesome job making meals, cleaning up, playing with our son, going outside, teaching him through crafts and games. She is amazing and such a blessing to our family!
- Julia K.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Portage, MI
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Portage, MI in April, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Michigan, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Portage have rates starting at $16.12.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Portage, 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 32 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Portage, MI?
There are 32 infant babysitters near you in Portage, 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 Portage, MI infant babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Infant Babysitters in Portage, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters.