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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
Hello! My name is Brynn and I am 19 years old. I go to school at GRCC and play softball there. I am currently an elementary education major and have a passion with working with young children. I live in an apartment during the school year in Allendale but live up north during the summer. I am my happiest when I am caring for...
Brynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Madalyn A.
Allendale, MI
$36/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Madalyn. I am currently a elementary education major at Grand Valley State University. I have several years of experience babysitting, as well as three summers spent as a full-time nanny. I spent almost three years as a certified lifeguard, supervisor, and swim instructor at Goldfish Swim School, where I was able...
Madalyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
5.0
"Zoe was fabulous! She was timely, responsive, and engaged! My little one had a great time with her. Definitely will hire again!"
Care member
I am a dedicated and compassionate child care provider with years of experience and nurturing and guiding children through their developmental milestones. My passion for working with children stems from having a big family and living with my niece for the first four years of her life. Where I would babysit her, and other younger...
Allison can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as kind, outgoing, and patient
I like working with kids because I have grown up with younger cousins and a younger brother which has allowed me to find a love for babysitting, nannying, etc.
I'm looking for a job that caters to the needs of a family, fits my schedule, and allows me to form a...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ryleigh but I usually go by Ry! I am 21 and studying social work in hopes to become a social worker that helps kids in the foster care system as I was also a foster child. I absolutely adore kids & pets!! I am a full-time nanny currently for 2 girls aged 2 and 6. I have been their nanny since they both have been...
Ryleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Hello everyone! My name is Mikayla, and I have been babysitting for about nine years now. I have experience with all ages, from infants to early teens, and in many settings both at home, and in a preschool. I am Infant/Child/Adult First Aid and CPR Certified, a licensed child care provider here in Michigan, and I am well versed...
Mikayla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Eve and I'm a junior at GVSU. I have around 7 years (on/off) babysitting experience, and I am a red cross certified babysitter and CPR certified! For a little look into my life, I have been a dancer since I was three, and am now apart of GV dance troupe, as well as Phi Mu Fraternity, one of Grand Valley's...
Eve can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Social Worker looking to change paths and get back into child care. 10+ years of babysitting/nanny experience. 2. 5 years experience as a social worker and several years working as in-home staff for children with developmental disabilities. I like to make art, be outdoors, and am great at adapting activities to fit the needs of...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have over 5 years of experience babysitting (and even more than that if you include the experience with my younger siblings). I have cared for children of all ages from newborn to 10 years old. I am good at multitasking and taking care of several children at once. I enjoy being active with children and getting them outside if...
Grey can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I am currently a Registered nurse full time in a birth center. Before taking this job, I worked in a level 4 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for 1. 5 years. I am certified in First Aid, CPR/BLS basic life support, and NRP neonatal resuscitation. I absolutely love kids of all ages and hope to have some of my own one day. Before...
Mariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Jaclyn! I have 7+ years of experience nannying for various families. I'm a certified babysitter and CPR trained (for infants and adults). I have worked in a nursing home using my CNA license (Certified Nurse Assistant). I've also tutored elementary, middle and high school students on various subjects. I love...
Hi there! My name is Elyse and I am 21 years old. I live in Grand Rapids, and am looking to just pick up occasional date nights.
I attended GVSU for 1. 5 years and took classes for child development and elementary Ed.
I have been babysitting since I was 12, and have always loved working with kids.
January 2022- August 2022, I...
Elyse can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"We love Elyse! She has been our nanny since our daughter was 10 weeks old. She is everything to our family. Between crafts, meals and tidying up, we would not have survived our first year without her. She goes above and beyond to make both the kids and the parents...
Philip K.
Hello, I'm Maya I am a recent graduate of grand valley state university and will be going to grad school in the fall. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have now worked many jobs with children of all ages. I have been a preschool gymnastics coach, worked the playground at a minor league baseball stadium and I am...
Maya can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Eden H.
Allendale, MI
$15-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Wes and I use he/they pronouns. I am 19 years old and have been babysitting for the past 4 years. I absolutely love working with children to help the parents get their much needed time away and to help the kids learn and grow.
Eden can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi my name is Alex I have been babysitting since I was 16. I will be 20 this may. I do have a serving job that I would prefer to keep as a night job but I have lots of flexibility and will work around your schedule. I enjoy cleaning and organizing. Will also do some meal prep and laundry if needed. I am comfortable with any and...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Jolie G.
Allendale, MI
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jolie, I am currently a college student/athlete. I am looking for a nanny/babysitting position for the summer and possibly continuing into fall! A little about me, I am CRP and First Aid Certified. I have many years of experience with a range of different ages from newborn to teenage. I also have experience with...
Jolie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello I'm Taylor and I'm looking forward to getting to know your family! I'm 19 years old and grew up in the small town Pinckney, MI. I currently live in an apartment I've been babysitting since I was 14 years old and love any opportunity to be around children. Anyone who knows me can confirm my love for them. I come from a...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Brooke and I am a nursing student at Grand Valley State University. I am currently looking for a summer babysitting job near the Saginaw area. I have experience babysitting in the past and am CPR certified with some nursing background and care. I am outgoing, fun, and very compassionate. I also am fine with...
Brooke can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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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.