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198 babysitters are listed in Allendale, MI
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Allendale, MI
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Hello!! my name is Avery M. I have been babysitting for years and also nanny during the summers since last year. I love kids and I will make sure that they will always have a fun time. I can also help with household chores and get the kids involved. I am pretty flexible and easy to work with. :) I am looking for a easy going...
Avery can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Sydney R.
Allendale, MI
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Syd! So a little bit about me; I am currently studying Biomedical Sciences at Grand Valley intending on pursuing a career in medicine. Now that my schedule is less busy, I have the time to work and am excited to nanny/babysit for a family! I have previous experience watching kids ranging from 4-12, volunteer at...
Evalynne L.
Allendale, MI
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Ev to the kids! I have 5 years of experience. I babysit many ages the youngest I have ever cared for was a 3-month-old. I recently graduated High School, and now attending Grand Valley University. I am very high energy, and your kids will never be bored. I love the outdoors and involving them in everything. It is also...
Evalynne can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jenna F.
Allendale, MI
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jenna, and I am in my second year of college right now. I'm planning to become a speech pathologist with a pediatric focus. When I'm not working on homework, I like to go to the gym and hang out with my friends. I am very responsible, independent, and have lots of experience with babysitting and nannying!
I am...
Jenna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Aubray! I have babysit for kids for about 5 years that have been family, and non family as well! I babysat for my high school teachers twin girls over the summer, and partially into the school year, so I have experience with online learning a well! I go to college but we are online this year! I also was a nanny...
Aubray can also help with: Light cleaning
Abby B.
Allendale, MI
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi all! I'm going to be looking for work starting early December to make some money while in nursing school. At the end of this month I'll be moving back to Commerce from GR where I completed my first degree in biochemistry at GVSU. I have worked as a nurse tech for the last year and a half at Spectrum Health Butterworth and...
Abby can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Abby B.
Allendale, MI
$15-20/hr
Hi there! My name is Abby. I'm a 24-year-old nursing student from Commerce twp, MI. I'm the oldest of 4, so responsibility has been engrained in me as long as I can remember.
I have many years of work experience in childcare and healthcare. I worked at a home daycare through high school and baby-sat regularly, including for...
Sydney D.
Allendale, MI
$16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, action-oriented, helpful
I like working with kids because they allow me to have fun, while having a type of responsibility I don't have on a day-to-day basis.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to interact with their kids in a way that they would like me to.
I started working...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Halli. I am currently a senior enrolled at Grand Valley State University. I have been taking care of children for over eight years now as both a camp counselor and a nanny/babysitter. I absolutely love kids - I know how stressful parenting can be during this time and would love the opportunity to help alleviate...
Halli can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Azha R.
Allendale, MI
$18-50/hr • 14 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as energetic, welcoming and professional
I love kids! Growing up with four siblings, I've cared for them all my life, learning patience and creativity. Babysitting throughout high school for ages 0-15 has deepened my passion and skills for child care. I also do community service for children at my...
Katarina L.
Allendale, MI
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I babysat for neighbors most weekends of my high school career and worked at a daycare the summer going into my senior year.
Energetic, responsible, motivated
I have grown up with 5 siblings and many cousins. Being around kids makes me enjoy the little things and I love how excited they are about everything. They make the...
I've always grown up loving and being around my young cousins and family friends and have always had a motherly instinct. While in high school all 4 years I worked in the special education room and my junior and senior year I was a teaching assistant in the same room. I had 2 babysitting jobs that were both very long term, one...
Madi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 13, and last summer I was a nanny for a 10-year-old boy. I also babysit for a3-year-old and1-year-old sisters. I am currently going to college for education, so I am good with kids! I am good with pets as well and love to stay active. In high school, I worked with students with special...
Sidney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Taylor L.
Allendale, MI
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Welcome! My name is Taylor and I am 18 years old! I attend Aquinas college, where I am majoring in elementary education. I have over six years of experience babysitting children from the ages of five months up to 11 years old. I currently work at Coopersville daycare, where I work with children, preschool age up to fifth grade....
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Amelia and I am going to be a senior at Grand Valley State University studying Psychology and Criminal Justice. I am looking for some part-time babysitting jobs to do alongside my internship this summer. Additionally, I enjoy helping and engaging with kids, as well as hopefully becoming a positive influence in...
Amelia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Special Education. I am a licensed teacher in two states K-6 and SPED K-12. I have a lot of experience with children both in a classroom and in babysitting. I am currently studying Speech-Language Pathology at GVSU and am excited about the opportunity to...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Aria and I am looking for an opportunity to babysit during the month of July. I am a senior in college studying special education at GVSU. I have four years of experience babysitting for a family with three boys under the age of five. During my time with kiddos, I love to engage in their interests or...
Aria can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Addy B.
Allendale, MI
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, outgoing, and loving.
I like working with kids because I love their energy and excitement for every day life. They have so much to learn and are so care free.
I started working with kids when I was little. I grew up with my mom doing an in home daycare. So from a young age I loved kids....
Grace P.
Allendale, MI
$12-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Grace P, and I am currently enrolled at Grand Valley State University. I have had a lot of experiences with babysitting and also worked as a preschool teacher over the summer. I love working with kids and have a very bubbly and fun personality! My hours are pretty flexible and I am willing to babysit on...
Zoe R.
Allendale, MI
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, hardworking, easy going!
I like working with kids because I love being able to help the parents out! Also because kids are genuinely the greatest gift and it's a joy to be around them!
I started working with kids when around 6 or 7. I would help watch my younger cousins around the house....
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
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"Zoe was fabulous! She was timely, responsive, and engaged! My little one had a great time with her. Definitely will hire again!"
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Allendale, MI:
How can I find a Allendale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Allendale, 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 198 babysitters in Allendale, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Allendale, MI?
The average rate for Allendale, MI babysitters on Care.com is $14.91 per hour as of May 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 Allendale, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Allendale, 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 Allendale, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Allendale, MI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 198 listed babysitters.