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355 babysitters are listed in East Lansing, MI
The average rate is $14/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in East Lansing, MI
Autumn C.
East Lansing, MI
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience Babysitter Available After School And Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have service in the childrens Ministry for 9+ years. Birth- 6-year-olds.
I did payed childcare through the church for 5 years. Birth - Elementary age.
I nanny for 2 girls for 6 months my first year of college. Ages 1 and 3
I work at LESA preschool in Fowlerville as a associates teacher. Was active lead for 4 months in 2017....
Autumn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Autumn has a lot of experience with preschool children ages and has a great understanding of dealing with children on the spectrum."
Casey H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Fully vaccinated! Hi, I'm Adrienne! With over 5 years of babysitting/nannying experience, I am comfortable watching kids of all ages! I am certified in babysitting and CPR through the American Red Cross. I am available anytime on the weekend (Fri-Sun), and available after 5 on weekdays.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Adrienne came right in and the boys instantly took to her. We have hired her for several date nights and she is wonderful! "
Krista A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college student looking to nanny part-time or babysit. I have a couple of years of experience working with children of all different ages babysitting, teaching preschool, and working at a summer camp. I am also currently an elementary education+special education major.
Isabell can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabell is terrific! The kids loved her and cheered when she was coming over. We've hired her 5 or 6 times now and she's always been on time, managed her calendar with us well, and been great at communicating. We've been lucky to have her helping us!"
Paul Z.
3.0
(2)
I am a freshman in college at Michigan State University (majoring in hospitality) and have babysitted my younger siblings and many other close friends and family's children. Looking out for children isn't always the easiest but it's something I enjoy doing for parents who need a night out or have a busy schedule! I am an honor...
Riley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"super sweet, absolutely loves kids"
Jacob C.
Stephanie M.
East Lansing, MI
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a corny, but earnest motto when it comes to working with children: clarity, consistency and kindness.
My background in childcare is quite extensive. I began babysitting at 11 years old and have consistently worked with children since that day. I've worked in many child-centric arenas: after-school programs (junior high...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is fantastic with kids. We have two infant twin boys and she does an amazing job with them. She takes detailed notes of their day and is proactive in communicating with us. She took care of light household chores while prioritizing our kids. I would HIGHLY...
Melissa C.
Mikayla L.
East Lansing, MI
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is kayla. I'm currently have my associates degree and I am attending my third year of college online working towards my bachelors. I am CPR certified. I have 3 years of experience with babysitting and I have also worked at a daycare. I love working with children and cooking! I have reliable transportation for any...
Mikayla can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kayla babysat for my wife and I a couple times and my kids loved her! We have her babysit when we go out on date nights in the evening and she always does great with feeding the kids dinner and getting them to bed on time! We love her!"
Karen B.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting since a young age helping with my younger sister, cousins, nephew, and helped out as one of the oldest at my old daycare. I have safe transportation, am willing to help with errands, cleaning, cooking, schoolwork, grocery shopping and more! I have always loved kids, and I love doing arts and crafts and...
Soenya can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Soenya is wonderful with kids and always makes sure they have something to do! Their school work is always done and she goes above and beyond what we ask of her! I would definitely recommend."
mercedes S.
Brooke L.
East Lansing, MI
$20-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
Patient, Caring, Energetic, Dependable Nanny Home For The Summer.
5.0
(1)
Hello!! My name is Brooke ! I am graduating from Michigan State University April 2024 with a bachelors degree in Elementary Education. I am looking for a full time nanny position starting after graduation! I have 6+ years of experience working with children ages 0-12 years old! I have nannied long term for 3 families and done...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brooke was an absolutely amazing nanny to our family in the summer of 2022. The kids truly came to love her and as did I! She was very dependable and communicative about how the kids were doing. She took them on tons of fun adventures while also keeping up in the...
Elizabeth I.
Chloe V.
East Lansing, MI
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chloe and I am 20 years old. I've been babysitting since I was 11 for many children ages 7 months-10 years old, up to 15 kids at one time! I love working with kids through volunteering and teaching, I'm currently a Junior at Michigan State University studying elementary education and child development which I'm...
5.0
"To whom it may concern,
It is my pleasure to recommend Chloe as a childcare provider. She has cared for our 6 month old son, three times a week for the past 3 months. Chloe always arrived on time, and ready to engage with our son, with a positive attitude. Chloe...
Brianna S.
Maya D.
East Lansing, MI
$16-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maya D! I am a freshman in college pursuing a degree in Elementary Education. I have been babysitting for the past 4 years and had lots of experiences with a variety of kids. Throughout the school year, I am involved in lots of clubs centered around helping children and I work part-time at a preschool. I will be...
Maya can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maya was wonderful! She was super flexible with our last minute scheduling and was able to step right in to watch out 1.5 & 3.5 yo with ease. Very upbeat and bright personality, would love to have her back!"
Rachel L.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Ashley. I graduated from MSU in 2019 with a bachelors degree in Packaging & have been working in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Industry for about 5 years. I have been feeling a pull recently to go back to my roots, and pursue the things I'm most passionate about. So when I was laid off from my corporate...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"We did an interview with Ashley and then had her babysit one morning for all 3 of my boys. She was on time and very respectful. The boys have asked when she can come back and that they had a ton of fun. She never had the TV on or had them playing electronics. They...
Kristie G.
Kaitlin L.
East Lansing, MI
$13-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fourth year Ph. D. candidate at Michigan State, currently living in East Lansing. I love working with kids of all ages, whether that's on an arts & crafts project or with homework :)
Kaitlin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaitlin took care of our baby daily for two weeks and has also done occasional babysitting for us.
She is communicative, friendly, and dependable. She interacts well with our daughter and I feel very lucky that we found her! We already recommended her to friends...
Emily U.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jenna, child care has always been something I have enjoyed. I have just completed a bachelor's degree in child development, with 10+ years of professional/babysitting experience with children. I look for educational aspects in activities, as well as finding new, fun adventures to go on. I am CPR and first aid...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We are thankful for Jenna! She was very punctual, flexible and communicated well with us! She took our little one out for walks and had lots of playtime on the floor!"
Aaron B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My experience working with children has been quite extensive over the years. I have 11 siblings and I have always been a main caregiver. I began babysitting when I was 10y/o. I took my babysitter's training (which included CPR and First Aid training), and I proceeded to babysit for many years. I began attending a...
Naomi can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Naomi takes exceptional care of our infant son as well as our yellow Labrador, and they both love spending time with her. She is calm, caring, and responsible. She is a true natural when it comes to caring for others, and it is apparent that Naomi genuinely loves...
Natalie R.
Zoe X.
East Lansing, MI
$13-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently a sophomore human biology major at MSU. I have been babysitting for about 7 years and am very comfortable working with children of all ages. I also worked as a Greek school teaching assistant and have experience with children in a tutoring setting. Im proficient in Greek and intermediate in Spanish. I'm CPR...
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Zoe was friendly and showed up early to watch our son. He enjoyed playing with her and took to her quickly! Zoe had good communication, was respectful and polite, asked good questions, and kept in touch while she cared for him. We would definitely hire Zoe again!"
Allison B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Theano.., I am 18 years old and a freshman in college. I love caring for kids and have been babysitting for a couple years now as well as helping out with my two younger siblings. I am responsible, patient, but also energetic and very compassionate towards children. I have my own car and am willing to drive to any...
Theano can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Theano nannied my 3 year old daughter for several months and was wonderful. She was fun and patient, I felt very comfortable leaving her in Theano's care."
Courtney C.
Chloe G.
East Lansing, MI
$15-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.5
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Chloe and I am a senior at Michigan State University with 6 years of experience caring for children aged 3 months- 12 years. I am fully vaccinated/boosted, have my own reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and many references.
A bit about me- I have cared for children in many settings; regular...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Chloe is an excellent communicator and worked great with our baby girl (6-9 month old)! "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
After having a multiple jobs working with kids, I've learned that I genuinely enjoy working with them. I've worked as a nanny, a daycare worker, and a healthcare worker, meaning I've had the chance to work with a very diverse group of children and no matter the circumstance, I've enjoyed every minute of these jobs! I would love...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Kayla is AMAZING! She is very patient with our baby, and the most important thing is, our baby loves her! I will definitely hire her again. "
Care member
Jessica L.
East Lansing, MI
$19/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I'm Jessica, a recent Michigan State graduate (Go Green!) and received a degree in Nutrition. I live in Big Rapids and I am soon to start pharmacy school here at FSU! I am CPR certified, work as a current Pharmacy Technician, athletic, responsible, and attentive to routine and regimen. I love teaching about and...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessica does a great job with my 6 and 8 year old. She is very punctual and has great communication. Definitely recommend!"
Melissa M.
Noelle T.
East Lansing, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Noelle, and I graduated last year Michigan State University. I am currently living in East Lansing, MI. I've been an undergraduate researcher, student director, intern, and nanny and pet sitter throughout my time at MSU. I have been in child care for a little over 8 years, and caring for children is something...
Noelle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Noelle was a great care giver for my children! She was understanding, caring, patient, and very reliable. I would hire her again if we could with our conflicting schedules!!"
Casey H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in East Lansing, MI
Autumn C.
5.0
Autumn has a lot of experience with preschool children ages and has a great understanding of dealing with children on the spectrum.
- Casey H.
Adrienne C.
5.0
Adrienne came right in and the boys instantly took to her. We have hired her for several date nights and she is wonderful!
- Krista A.
Isabell W.
5.0
Isabell is terrific! The kids loved her and cheered when she was coming over. We've hired her 5 or 6 times now and she's always been on time, managed her calendar with us well, and been great at communicating. We've been lucky to have her helping us!
- Paul Z.
Riley H.
5.0
super sweet, absolutely loves kids
- Jacob C.
Stephanie M.
5.0
In my family Stephanie is honestly one our favorite people. She is kind, adventurous, trustworthy. My kids always ask when they can see her again. What I appreciate & value most is that Stephanie accepts & embraces people for who they are - my kids are very receptive to this & therefore feel very...
- Erica D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in East Lansing, MI:
How can I find a East Lansing babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in East Lansing, MI can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 355 babysitters in East Lansing, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.4. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in East Lansing, MI?
The average rate for East Lansing, MI babysitters on Care.com is $14.68 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in East Lansing, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in East Lansing, MI through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for East Lansing, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Babysitters in East Lansing, MI are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 355 listed babysitters.