Find babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI that you’ll love

894 babysitters are listed in Grand Rapids, MI

The average rate is $15/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years

Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI

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Kate H.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-32/hr10 yrs exp

Crafts And The Outdoors MOST FUN EVER

5.0

(7)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

CURRENTLY OFFERING: Day time appointments Date night **Hourly minimum: $20/hr. - ABOUT ME: 29-years-old. Social Worker. Grand Valley State University alumni. GVSU Grad student. - EXPERIENCE: Build-A-Bear Workshop Elementary Team Lead at Boys & Girls Club Bashor Children's Home (Residential) Wedgwood Christian Services...
Kate can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games and art projects she proactively brought/thought of on...

Stephanie W.

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Veronica T.


Grand Rapids, MI

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

Exciting And Loving Nanny

5.0

(1)

I have been a nanny for the last three and a half years years for various families. I have loved the experience of fostering an educational environment. I have also enjoyed creating a safe place for children to explore the world. I am currently nannying full time as well as attending grcc in the fall. I'm looking to babysit date...
Veronica can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Veronica is wonderful with Children. She is is always thinking of ways to better their day. She is awesome and anyone who employs her will no doubt feel the same way.

Ronny T.

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Samantha S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!

5.0

(1)

Hello perspective family! I have a bachelors in hospitality management and business from the University of Alabama and just recently got married and moved to Grand Rapids:) I have had many experiences babysitting, pet sitting and house sitting and would be more than happy to provide references upon request for you! A little...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
She is great! Very kind very friendly a great friend even years later!

Alexis P.

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Mariah M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hello! My name is Mariah and I am 23 years old. I have 4 years of babysitting experience with ages ranging from newborn- teen. I would love to get to know a family and help their little grow/thrive in all aspects of life. Here are some of my favorite qualities about myself: I am trustworthy, nurturing, fun, creative, patient,...
Mariah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

Recent review:

5.0
Thank you for taking such great care of my home. I have been very pleased with your service and I am so thankful jamie selected you to clean for us! Mariah did an awesome job, she can clean better than I do! I feel like my house is brand new again! Thank you!

Care member

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Emma A.


Grand Rapids, MI

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Middle School Teacher Ready For Summer Fun!

5.0

(1)

I'm about to finish my 4th year teaching and am looking to stay a little busy during the summer! I started babysitting 13+ years ago and have spent many summers nannying, tutoring and working at a summer camp. I love spending time outdoors going for walks, riding bikes, swimming, etc. I can definitely help with any summer...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Emma is amazing! Being a teacher, she is knowledgeable about the growth and development of children. She loves the outdoors and will bring that love to your home. She finds ways to keep kids motivated and interested in activities. She is extremely reliable and...

Care member

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Grace M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-20/hr4 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, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Grace completed the Teacher Academy program, which is a yearlong program for 11th and 12th graders interested in careers related to education. As her instructor, I found Grace to be bright, reliable, creative, and incredibly focused on caring for the people around...

Katie S.

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Maddie S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$13-23/hr9 yrs exp

Sitter/Nanny

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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!

Douglas B.

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Rebecca K.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available Weekdays

5.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Rebecca and I am 33 years old. I started babysitting at around age 14. I have 5+ years experience nannying for young kids aged 4-9 and 4+ years nannying an infant/ toddler. I love doing arts and crafts, reading, and playing outside. I also know some baby ASL. I have reliable transportation and live downtown Grand...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling

Recent review:

5.0
Becca is creative, energetic and totally reliable. We feel truly blessed to have met her <3

Care member

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Corrinne W.


Grand Rapids, MI

$13-18/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Corrinne! I'm a very outgoing and social college student at Calvin University. I have several years of babysitting experience and have been a full time nanny the past 3 summers. I'm great with kids of all ages but have mostly worked with 4 to 10-year-olds. I used to ride horses competitively, so I'm very familiar with...
Corrinne can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amanda G.


Grand Rapids, MI

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Over 10+ Years Experience, Energetic Professional Ready To Entertain Your Child/Children & Or Pets!

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Amanda & I'd love to apply for your position. I took a babysitter course through our local hospital where I worked as a nurse assistant. I have lots of childcare experience from the age of 14. I've cared for infants to pre-teens, including children on the spectrum or with seizure disorders. (My ex-husband had...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at work, sending us pictures & texts frequently to always...

Sarah D.

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Megan F.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hello! I have over 12 years of experience working hands on with children during various babysitting/nannying jobs. I also have approximately 7 years of experience working in Home Health Care as a care provider. During these jobs I often worked with individuals living with complex health issues and/or disabilities. I have...
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Emily O.


Grand Rapids, MI

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Emily / child caregiver

5.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello I am a 25 years old child caregiver, and a wife and mother. I have been nannying since I was 18 years old. I have been working with kids since 12-13 yrs old. I have been involved in the nursery, Sunday School, and babysitting. I love watching kids grow! I love to be outside and go for walks, go to parks, the zoo etc. I...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Emily has been our family's nanny for the past 6.5 years. She began with us when my oldest was only 8 weeks old. When we added to our family 2 years later, she handled our (then) 25 month old and newborn twins like a pro. Emily provides structure and discipline...

Barb K.

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Myka I.


Grand Rapids, MI

$18-27/hr7 yrs exp

Hands-on Learner And Teacher

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children since I was 10 years old. From helping my mom babysit her friends children to getting promoted as Lead Infant-Toddler Teacher and Coordinator at the child development center within a non-profit organization, caring for children is my passion. I went to a Montessori school growing up and emphasize...
Myka can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Myka is the most loving, caring, Thoughtful, and dependable person I know. She is amazing with kids , kids can learn from her and she is very patient. Myka even helps me out with my two years old son , she teaches him and show him a lot of love an attention. I...

Jayonna B.

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Jessica D.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Graduate Student Looking For Evening/Weekend Opportunities

5.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jess! I am a full time graduate student studying physical therapy at GVSU and am looking for some occasional babysitting opportunities! Since I am a student, my schedule will vary - but I am generally available in the evenings on weekdays and most of the day Friday through Sunday! I babysat all through high...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Jess watched my kids for a full day while I was at work. She was on time, helped my son get on and off the bus, and even stayed a little longer to play with my daughter after school because she was so excited to see her again. Would recommend and hope to hire...

Ruth M.

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Sophie B.


Grand Rapids, MI

$18/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sophie and I am seeking caregiver opportunities in Grand Rapids. I love keeping myself productive & social, and spending time as a babysitter is one of my favorite ways to do that. I am 26, have 2 younger siblings, and love working with kids! I am calm, positive, engaged, and responsible with the children I...
Sophie can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Sophie babysat my daughter. She is sweet and caring. Always willing to help. Definitely good with kids, my daughter was attached by the end of the day.

Alejandra S.

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Chloe K.


Grand Rapids, MI

$11-16/hr9 yrs exp

Ready And Excited To Be Your Little One's New BFF!

5.0

(2)

I began babysitting as young as 12 years old and have built countless relationships with children and families as the years have progressed. To me, childcare is more than just "sitting," I strive to build a genuine relationship with a child as a role model, and to fill the day with enriching activities. In the past I have...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Chloe watched my daughter and twin sons. She is very attentive and interactive with the kids. She is trustworthy and I would highly recommend her for your family as well.

Jonna H.

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Tricia S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Love Me Some Babies!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Looking to nanny/babysit around my full time hospital job schedule (3 days a week) as much as possible for the summer, and potentially to continue into the fall. I am a nursing student with hopes to be in the NICU someday. I love children and babies! I have 4-5 years of experience with child and infant care. I am CPR & First...
Tricia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Adelaide M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$18-22/hr9 yrs exp

Adelaide From Allendale, MI

4.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello :) I'm Adelaide, a full-time Social Work student in the evenings with a special interest in psychology and early childhood development, as well as an engaging, creative, and patient babysitter/nanny with over 9 years of experience with caring for children with ages ranging from infants to elementary schoolers. I have...
Adelaide can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping

Recent review:

4.0
Miss Addy was a nanny for our family and watched our 2 children (ages 2 and 4) for about a year. My children loved her and waited for her every morning at the window. She helped our 2 year old with counting, shapes and colors. She encouraged the kids to use their...

Marrin D.

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Codibrianne G.


Grand Rapids, MI

$21-26/hr7 yrs exp

Child Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hello! Thank you in advance to taking the time to read a little bit about me! Childcare Working History: I have been a nanny & babysitter since I was 15. Through high school I worked summers, and occasionally through the school year for a family of 3, until they got old enough after I graduated. I then worked for a family of 2...
Codibrianne can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Codi has babysat for us for several years. She is great with the kids. She is very reliable. She cooks healthy meals for our kids and does lots of crafts with them. She has also taken care of our pets while we have been on vacation. We have two golden retrievers...

WHITNEY A.

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Katherine S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic And Fun Loving Sitter!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a positive and energetic person who adores kids. I am the proud "Fun Aunt" to my beautiful 3-year-old Niece and my firecracker 6-year-old Nephew. I graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Not only did I grow up as the (go to) babysitter on my street for 15+ years, I am...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Recent review:

5.0
Kate is wonderful! She actually reached out to our family through Care.com after seeing a post about our need for help with remote learning when school closed due to COVID-19. I'm so glad she did! She was great with our two girls, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at...

Elissa H.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Grand Rapids, MI

Kate H.

5.0

Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games and art projects she proactively brought/thought of on her own. My kids always have so much...

- Stephanie W.

Veronica T.

5.0

Veronica is wonderful with Children. She is is always thinking of ways to better their day. She is awesome and anyone who employs her will no doubt feel the same way.

- Ronny T.

Samantha S.

5.0

She is great! Very kind very friendly a great friend even years later!

- Alexis P.

Mariah M.

5.0

Thank you for taking such great care of my home. I have been very pleased with your service and I am so thankful jamie selected you to clean for us! Mariah did an awesome job, she can clean better than I do! I feel like my house is brand new again! Thank you!

- Care member

Emma A.

5.0

Emma is amazing! Being a teacher, she is knowledgeable about the growth and development of children. She loves the outdoors and will bring that love to your home. She finds ways to keep kids motivated and interested in activities. She is extremely reliable and will give notice in advance if she is...

- Care member

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Average Rating4.7 / 5

Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 213 reviews of the 894 listed babysitters.