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338 nannies are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of October 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Grand Rapids, MI
4.7
(14)
Hired by 34 families in your neighborhood
I love kids! I have watched children of all ages - infants, toddlers, preschool age, elementary age, and middle school age. I have over 15 years of experience and a Bachelor's in early childhood education.
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Anna is wonderful! She has been an “as needed” babysitter for us and I can’t say enough good things! She’s very responsive to messages so we know when she is or is not available. She’s always been reliable. Not only is she responsible but she is wonderful with our...
Care member
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & 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.
5.0
(5)
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, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Miliana to care for my son, who was 9 years old at the time. She was always on time and very dependable. She was so creative with activities for him to do, and made sure that he completed his needed assignments on time. She also made sure that he arrive to...
Lisa M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am friendly and passionate 23-year-old Certified Nursing Assistant I love being able to communicate and have fun with people . I have worked in multiple different settings I am always open to side jobs. I do have a learning disability but I don't let that stop me!! I even have 25-35 nieces and nephews all together. Look...
Ciana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ciana made herself available, on a last minute request, to watch our 5 year old daughter on a Sunday afternoon. She is the first, outside of family/close friends, to watch our daughter. She made us feel very comfortable by allowing us to get to know her before we...
Mandy L.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I joyfully worked as a full time nanny for a decade. I cared for children ages NB-9. Most of my experience is with babies and toddlers. I then did part time in house childcare after my daughter was born. I am currently working part time as a nanny and am looking for a position to round out my week. I am available at the...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dependable, trustworthy, fun, creative, caring...the kids absolutely adore her and I know I can count on her to always be on time and ready to start the day."
Sarah M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am so excited to be on your potential list for a summer nanny! I am a 2022 College graduate and am currently teaching special education at the elementary level ! I am currently looking for a summer nannying position after the school year (early June) until I have to head back to my classroom (early-mid August). I have...
Maddie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!"
Douglas B.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm an experienced nanny/babysitter looking for work in the Grand Rapids area. I have 8 years of experience Working with three different families. I have worked with kids ages newborn to 12 years old. Kids love me because I'm fun, respectful, caring, and responsible. They will feel safe with me and safety is my number one...
5.0
"Sam is punctual, reliable and dependable. We will definitely be hiring her again!"
Jeffrey K.
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: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kristina is amazing with our 2 year old. She's been watching her for almost a year now and our little girl loves "teetina". When she watches her there's always a new activity that is planned. We joke and call her "Mary poppins" because she shows up with a bag of...
Danielle S.
4.0
(1)
Outgoing and sociable nanny with impending Masters degree, Bachelors in Psychology, and associates in Early Childhood Education. Over 8 years in childcare experience including mastery level completion of the Early Childhood Education II program at OHM Boces. Most recent position held with family of three children, since 2020.
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Rachel was a former student of mine who is now doing some observation hours in my classroom. She is a responsible, caring young adult who works hard to get the job done and does it to the best of her ability."
Rosemary P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with children aged 3 months to 9 years from being a nanny and working at a daycare. I have done activities such as playing with toys, reading, going outside to play or go on walks, and arts and crafts. I am comfortable with meal times/feeding them and changing them. I can also help with cleaning up around the...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlyn was always punctual and communicative. She took covid protocols seriously. We always felt safe leaving our kids under her care!"
Kate Z.
5.0
(1)
I love working with kids because I get to witness their development and make long lasting relationships with them and their families.
Frances can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Frannie is has great attention to detail and cares about the job she is doing. I would definitely hire her again! -Matt"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Recently retired, I am fortunate to be seeking a role out of the workplace where I can feel fulfilled in this rewarding stage of my life and that role is caring for children. In the past, I was the Director of the Cascade Christian Child Care Board for six years. I have been involved with the youth programs and Infant/Toddler...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nan was an exceptional help to us when we needed full time child care for our 9 month old son. After screening over 30 applicants with about 10 competitive candidates, her experience and professionalism made her a clear top choice. We are so grateful we had the...
Dennis D.
Olivia B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Loving, Fun, Reliable And Full-Time Nanny Available!
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Olivia, a caring and responsible young adult with more than 10 years of experience with children ranging from full time nannying, to occasional babysitting, camp counseling & working in elementary schools.
I was raised in a loving Christian home. Growing up, my mom ran an in-home daycare, teaching me invaluable skills....
Olivia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Olivia is great with the kids and any task you give her. She is a gentle and loving caregiver. Any family is lucky to have her."
Christine B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Taylor! I love arts and crafts, reading, playing games, and outdoor activities! Working with children has always been my passion. I've cared for newborns to 11 years old. Currently looking for long term work and to be apart of wonderful family! Hope to hear from you.
5.0
"She was great with my 2 1/2 year old daughter. My daughter loved her and my house was picked up and cleaned when I got home!! Definitely having her back again! "
Vicky D.
5.0
(1)
Hello Families! I am currently a Full-time Infant teacher at YMCA and looking to move to part time there to build a bond and care for the infants in your homes! I'll set a schedule to cater your child's care days and times, message me so we can set up a schedule. Looking forward to talking more :)
Ashanti can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ashanti is naturally dependable, compassionate, and trustworthy. I have 4 children who just enjoyed Ashanti's company, always did projects and cleaned up everything as if the children never made a mess. She's great definitely a genuine and pure at heart."
Christine J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 9. I helped my mom raise my little brother and sister. I have interned in high school with an after school program for children of all ages. I was an early childhood development teacher at a private school for 2 years for 18 to 30 months. I am now an associate teacher for 3 and 4-year-olds. I...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have +7 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages.
I speak Portuguese and English fluently, intermediate Spanish.
Certifications:
-CPR/ First Aid
-Child behavior, development
-Child care health and safety
-Healthy cooking for kids
-Infancy and the First Two years.
-psychology of education
-Newborn sleeping...
Helen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kiddos loved Helen! She is helping us take a regular date night. My son (9) loves the how she listens with painstaking detail (😂) about every football card he describes, and my daughter(8) loves hanging and chatting with her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
My name is Lia, I am 23 years old born in New York, but raised in Grand Rapids, MI. I am currently studying at Ferris State University and majoring in Criminal Justice. I will be graduating with my bachelors degree May 6th, 2023z I have 7 years of experience taking care of children from ages New born- 10-year-olds. I have an...
Lia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lía was my babysitter for 2 years, I have 2 kids who at the time were 9 months and 4 years old, and 2 dogs. She was very responsible, punctual, bubbly, artsy, playful, funny, organized, respectful, and nurturing. To this day she still manages to keep in touch and...
Larissa C.
Katie B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I taught elementary and music classes in a private school for seven years. I nannied in some capacity for several years, and have taught piano lessons on the side. I grew up in Michigan and moved back here from Oregon in 2020. I've also been cleaning houses part time for years. I am the third born in a family of nine children,...
Katie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie is a perfect example of a nanny. She is punctual, reliable, and trustworthy. She cared for our two boys. She had another job lined up for the summer so she was only with us for a short while. I would hire her again in a heartbeat!"
Stephanie Z.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Grand Rapids, MI
Anna B.
5.0
Anna was great with all three of our boys, got twins and our very willful three year old to bed.
She is kind and warm with them while keeping them safe and in line.
- Zachary P.
Michelle M.
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.
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.
Ciana D.
5.0
Ciana made herself available, on a last minute request, to watch our 5 year old daughter on a Sunday afternoon. She is the first, outside of family/close friends, to watch our daughter. She made us feel very comfortable by allowing us to get to know her before we left and kept in contact with us,...
- Mandy L.
Lisa S.
5.0
Lisa has been watching my 8 month old son for the past month now and she is amazing! She is so sweet to our son. He really enjoys her company. We know this because he lights up when she's around. It's so cute the bond he is creating with her especially for how young he is. Lisa is very...
- Natashia M.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Grand Rapids, MI
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Grand Rapids, MI is as of is $17.62 per hour as of October, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 338 in Grand Rapids, MI. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
You can find different nanny services in Grand Rapids through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Grand Rapids, MI with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Grand Rapids, MI nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Nannies in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 164 reviews of the 338 listed nannies.