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Rebekah H.

Plainwell, MI

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Rebekah, and I have over 10 years of babysitting and nanny experience! I began as a mother's helper when I was 12 years old, and have since spent my time with children and families of all ages, from newborns to teens to multiple children. I have experience with homework help, rides to athletic practices and...
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Ryann G.

Otsego, MI

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$11/hr
4 years experience
Hello, my name is Ryann and 21 years old. I have an everyday job from 8-3, so if your looking for evening or weekend help, look no further. I am first aide and CPR certified, and I have a current background check and TV test that I can get copies of if needed. My senior year of high school (2012) I worked at a daycare. I also...
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Rylee P.

Fun And Caring

Delton, MI

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$12/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I have lots of experience with all ages of children! I love to keep them active playing games, going for walks or to the park, taking them to the zoo or beach! Any fun activities we can find! I am first aid, CPR and AED certified. I am currently a college student at KVCC. I would love to nanny or babysit for your little!
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Nicole A.

Shelbyville, MI

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I've always had a passion for caring for children, which led me to pursue a career as a childcare provider. With over a year of experience, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your little ones. I'm comfortable caring for up to two children, from infants to pre-teens. I take...
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Lyrica S.

Part Time Caregiver And Music Teacher Available

Richland, MI

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$11/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Lyrica and I'm a music major at a University currently. I have babysitting experience from high school, I mostly watched a girl who was 4 years old when I started watching her. She was so much fun to hang out with! I am very energetic and very dependable. I am a pro at making snacks and keeping kids...
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Alysa M.

Otsego, MI

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with three years of experience, I find great joy in supporting families and fostering children's development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my natural ability to create a safe and nurturing...
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Alexandra P.

Richland, MI

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My background in early childhood education, combined with my creative and imaginative personality, allows me to engage children in a fun and educational way. Whether we're playing board games, exploring the outdoors, or learning...
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Clara B.

Kalamazoo, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, I'm Clara! With over a decade of experience caring for children, both personally and professionally, I'm dedicated to creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your little ones. I started babysitting at the age of 13 and have since expanded my experience by working with children and student ministries for the past...
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Maria D.

Otsego, MI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for. My previous babysitting roles motivated me to continue on this path. I have two years of experience caring for children, and am comfortable caring for one child at a time. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I am very comfortable enforcing household...
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Destiny P.

Hi! My Names Destiny And I'm Trying To Raise Money,and I Would Love To Do That By Kiddos Or Pets!

Delton, MI

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as Bubbly, Positive, gentle I like working with kids because I want to become a teacher one day and I've grown up looking after and caring for many kids I'm looking for a job that's fun and I'm also looking for anything I can do to help other people I started working with kids when I was 11 I also...
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Jaclyn G.

Exceptional Sitter

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a recent graduate from Michigan State University looking for employment in the Kalamazoo area. I have several years of childcare experience with infants to young teens. I have a reliable car and can provide after school pick-up and care if needed. Please message me if you are interested in setting up a call to...

Inna J. says "Thank you so much Jaclyn for babysitting my kids! They had so much fun. You were reliable, punctual, and very polite. You took such good care of them and...

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Olivia C.

Battle Creek, MI

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Liv, and I am an experienced and passionate childcare provider with over seven years of experience working with children of all ages. Currently, I am a preschool teacher and a college student studying education. I love creating engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that support learning and...

Care Member says "We have loved working with Olivia! She has always taken great care of our children. She’s often taken it upon herself to find a new learning opportunity...

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Chloe C.

Battle Creek, MI

5.0(1)
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$11/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun, and knowledgeable. I like working with kids because they are fun and I don't have kids if my own. I started working with kids when I was 16. I worked with 2 special needs kids and a toddler after school. When I graduated high school I started working at a special needs school....

Joshua T. says "Chloe was awesome with our crazy 2 year old girl. look forward to using her again and would definitely recommend."

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Margaret M.

Experienced Babysitter

Portage, MI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I love working with children and have experience with infants to middle school age children. I have two boys 5 and 3. 5 years old. We love to play outside, do crafts, read books and just be silly. Recently I worked for a family with two children and have worked for several families on an as needed basis. My other experience...

Marlo C. says "Margaret is wonderful! She cared for our 3.5 year old daughter. She brought her two sons and they had a wonderful day. She was attentive to all the...

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Lexis R.

Nanny, Babysitter And Entertainer

Kalamazoo, MI

4.0(0)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Lexi and I am a Senior at WMU. As a little bit about me, I am majoring in Occupational therapy and minoring in ASL and psychology. I have been a competitive dancer since 1st grade. I am on the WMU Dance Team. With dance over the years, I have had the opportunity to assist and teach little kids, which has helped...
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Sydney R.

Creative Crafter & Storybook Reader

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Sydney! I come with many craft projects up my sleeve, an arsenal of fun facts, and plenty of patience. For me, the best part about being around children is watching their imaginations at work and encouraging their artistic expression. I love to read aloud and spend lots of time outside. I primarily have experience...

Hilary J. says "Sydney is the best! She goes above and beyond, bringing arts and crafts materials for my son, playing games, etc. Always on time, reliable. She's been...

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Eliana B.

I Am A Nurturing, Child Hearted Spirit Who Loves Helping Children Grow

Dowling, MI

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
In my early years, I babysat and nannied for families. I provided transportation for children, meals, and help with homework, and such, my first official job was as a camp counselor. In college, I started working at a summer camp, wherein only the next year I was co-coordinator of 50-60 4 to 6-year-old students and campers....

Ashley H. says "Eliana was a great sitter. Always on time, very nice, got along great with my child, willing to do whatever needed done. I loved her flexibility. Highly...

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Grace A.

Young, Experienced Chicago Nanny

Galesburg, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am an experienced, energetic, and reliable babysitter with a flexible schedule. I have been working with children for 10 years. I love baking, pets, and all hands on, fun, and DIY projects. I am a great cook and I prefer to leave anywhere I go cleaner than I found it. I was a vocal performance major, so singing and dance...

Care Member says "She was the best sitter taking care of our newborn/toddler. She moved otherwise we would have loved to keep her. Highly recommend."

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Hannah L.

Part Time Experienced Sitter

Allegan, MI

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! I'm a current 25-year-old stay at home mama to my 3-year-old daughter. And have a son on the way. I've always enjoyed childcare and have 6+years of experience ranging from centers to in home and also nannying. I took a few years off to peruse becoming a veterinary technician. After having my daughter I've come back to the...
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Emily C.

Kalamazoo, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm the oldest of four siblings and grew up learning to help care for kids from infancy onward. As an adult I have worked as a teacher's aid as well as an after school care worker for pre-K through 3rd grade. I've also had a number of babysitting clients off and on for the last 13 years. I'm professional, responsible,...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Plainwell, MI

After School Babysitters in Plainwell, MI are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Jaclyn G.

Thank you so much Jaclyn for babysitting my kids! They had so much fun. You were reliable, punctual, and very polite. You took such good...

- Inna J.

Olivia C.

We have loved working with Olivia! She has always taken great care of our children. She’s often taken it upon herself to find a new learning...

- Care member

Chloe C.

Chloe was awesome with our crazy 2 year old girl. look forward to using her again and would definitely recommend.

- Joshua T.

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

You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Plainwell, 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 Plainwell, MI is $14.00. 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 Plainwell, 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 Plainwell, 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 Plainwell, MI.

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