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Caitlin B.

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, new to nannying but would love a chance to get into this field of work. Willing to be a full time nanny.
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Karli L.

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Grand Rapids, MI

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, my name is Karli I am 18 years old, I just graduated high school, and now I am currently attending Grand Rapids Community College to pursue a degree in Pediatric Nursing. I am a fun, energetic, caring, and devoted person. I have 2 younger siblings that is where I get most my experience from but also, I have taken care of...
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Carli T.

Part-time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, I am Carli and I am hoping to find some jobs around the area after school hours or on the weekends. I currently teach 6th grade special education and I graduated from college in the spring of 23. I have been working around kids ever since I can remember. My mom ran a summer daycare out of our home and I started babysit in...
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Abby S.

Summer Babysitter/nanny

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Abby! I am currently in my second year of college at University where I study nursing. I have worked full time for the past four summers either nannying or waitressing. I have been babysitting for several years with some of my positions as a regular date night babysitter for several families and I have also had...
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Emily S.

Babysitter

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting since I was 12, and love working with children! I have worked as a children's tennis coach for four years, and have experience as a tennis camp counselor. I have spent time teaching Sunday school as well. I am currently working to earn my degree in speech pathology in the hopes to one day work in a school...
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Kaitlyn R.

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
4 years experience
Hello my name Kaitlyn, I am 18 years old! I have babysat kids of all ages. I try my best to help with cleaning and picking up. I always try and find safe and fun things for the kids and I to do! I have a reliable car that can hold 3 in back and one up front. I have a clean driving record and many references if you would like to...
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Wylynn C.

Part Time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello :) I work at KentISD currently with young adults with special needs & I am primarily looking for work during summer break. I am the oldest of 6 kids and I have years of experience nannying kids of all ages. I went to school for engineering, and worked in that field for a few years before landing in education. Some of my...
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Miya M.

Grand Rapids, MI

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$22/hr
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Miya and I graduated from Covenant Christian High School two years ago. Right after high school I went to cosmetology school and worked in a salon, but I quickly realized that wasn't the path for me. I'm now working part-time at a head spa, and I'd love to fill the rest of my time doing what I've always been most...
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Elizabeth Ann P.

Fun Babysitter/ Nanny

Grand Rapids, MI

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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi families! I will be going into my senior year at Grand Valley State University and currently looking for a part time position/one time jobs when needed. My availability is Mondays 2-8, Wednesdays 2-8, Thursday 8-5 (can be flexible!) I've worked with children as young as 5 months and as old as 11 years, and I love creating a...
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Rachel L.

Grand Rapids, MI

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi Families! My name is Rachel and I am a freshman at butler university. I am looking for a babysitting/nannying job! I am very flexible with my schedule! I am CPR certified through Red Cross. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and have summer nannied for the past 3 years. i've babysat up to 6 kids at once! I'm very...
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Claudia Q.

Patient And Caring Sitter!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I am someone you can trust with your loved ones and children. I have experience babysitting and taking care of younger siblings and family members while growing up all my life. I also have had lot of experience and past jobs working and caretaking for individuals with special needs. I am very passionate about helping others and...
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Kristin L.

Experienced & Caring Babysitter Of All Ages

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I've had the privilege of babysitting for more than 10 years now, and I'm hoping to continue that experience here in the Grand Rapids area. At one time I coordinated 16 kids ages 5-14 for a summer youth program in my hometown, so I like to think I can handle just about anything! :)
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Lillian W.

Part To Full Time Babysitter Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have loved interacting and working with kids for as long as I can remember. I have been blessed with three siblings (two of which are younger than me) so that started off my babysitting experiences at a young age. I have worked with a wide variety of ages from newborns to age 14, I am really comfortable working with any...
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Jessalynn O.

Part-time And Full-time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$11/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...

Jennifer C. says "Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing...

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Kaitlyn Z.

Part-time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Kaitlyn. I was born and raised in Grand Rapids, MI and I am a full time musician. I love to learn, challenge myself, read, write, drink tea, bake, climb trees, travel, dance (even in rain), run, bike, eat sushi, and love the people around me. I am very down to earth, very active, and laugh a lot! Why Child...

Andrew N. says "My kids love Kaitlyn! She is fun loving and creative, ready to bake or make music at a moments notice. Kind, considerate and responsible. I highly...

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Annika G.

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Annika! I enjoy being outside, reading, am a creative/artistic person and animal lover. I have loved children for as long as I can remember and really enjoy being a nanny. For the past 5 years, I have provided childcare and gained a lot of experience with multiple children, ages newborn-12 years. I love that I am able...

Gaby W. says "Annika has been one of the greatest gifts to our family! She has truly become a part of our life and we are so thankful for our time together. We are so sad...

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Rachel W.

Full Time Experienced Nanny Available

Grand Rapids, MI

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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.

Rosemary P. says "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...

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Kaylana B.

About Me:

Grand Rapids, MI

4.0(0)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Kaylana (Kay), I am 20 years old, and I have a 1-year-old son. I love working with kids. I have 4+ years of experience with kids of all ages. I am currently employed at a daycare where I teach a class of 1-4-year-olds. I also have 1 years of experience as a in home caregiver for elders and veterans. More about me: I...
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Haylee D.

Part-time Infant And Child-Care Provider

Grand Rapids, MI

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! my name is Haylee I am 22 and have had over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've babysat, nannied, worked for a child care after-school program, been a summer camp counselor, been an assistant teacher in a daycare, and run the children's program for my church. I currently work in a school and need...
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Emily O.

Emily / child caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello I am a 28 years old child caregiver, and a wife and mother to 2 girlies, ages 5 mo, and 3. 5 yrs. 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...
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  • 120 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.39/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 4.5

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Grand Rapids, MI

After School Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 50 reviews of the 120 listed after school babysitters

Jessalynn O.

Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She...

- Jennifer C.

Kaitlyn Z.

My kids love Kaitlyn! She is fun loving and creative, ready to bake or make music at a moments notice. Kind, considerate and responsible. I...

- Andrew N.

Annika G.

Annika has been one of the greatest gifts to our family! She has truly become a part of our life and we are so thankful for our time...

- Gaby W.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Grand Rapids, MI

You can review 120 after school babysitter profiles near you in Grand Rapids, MI to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Grand Rapids, MI is $16.39. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Grand Rapids, MI on babysitting websites like Care.com.

Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Grand Rapids, MI can really come in handy.

We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Grand Rapids, MI.

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