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I have worked in both doctor's offices and hospitals, doing cardiac stress testing and pulmonary function testing, breathing treatments to elderly with COPD, etc.
I have given care to the elderly in hospitals for many years. I became a caregiver to one of my patients who had no local
family.
I have been ACLS, BCLS, and have...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
Payton B.
Benton Harbor, MI
$26/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Payton, I'm a freshman in college studying biology and I have been babysitting since I was 16. I have done several day shifts for different families, as well as being a long term nanny for one family. I have babysat kids ranging from 7 months - 13 years old. My experience has included pick up and drop off, taking...
Payton can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Hello my name is Alyssa i'm from Benton Harbor and have been babysitting since I was 10. I am CPR certified and am comfortable with kids ranging from newborns to school age!
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always wanted to work with children since I was younger. I wanted to be an elementary school teacher, but just recently began branching out to any work youth related. . Although I no longer work there I still volunteer my time at a Boys and Girls Club Teen Center every Monday, while also popping in on my free time.
My...
Skills:
CPR
I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management.
>20years of education, training and working in professions centered on human development, child to elder cognitive needs, cognitive and behavioral treatment, medication and therapy, activities of daily living, life and general skill acquisition, education and more....
Alexis can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Alyssia B.
Benton Harbor, MI
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as calm, goofy, and nurturing.
I like working with kids because I love watching them learn and evolve. I feel like there's nothing better than being apart of that.
I'm looking for a job that I feel comfortable and happy to go to everyday.
I started working with kids when I finished my first year of...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Although I've always worked full-time at local hospitals, I've always had a dog in my life. Growing up our home had cats, dogs, fish and birds. My pets are my closest family members. I currently have a dog Marley and a cat Casey. They are the joy in my life. I love to work with animals.
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello !
My name is Jasmin. I recently just moved here a few months ago from New York. I've worked as a nanny and babysitter for several years. Although I'm in college pursing a different career path, I still enjoy working with children. I have lots of experiences and references. I've worked in a preschool, organized events and...
Jasmin can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Have raised three children of my own and helped them with their kids as well. I have good cooking skills and can do your laundry as well.
Cornelia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Allie Z.
Saint Joseph, MI
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Allie! I started working with kids when I was around 12. I have been around children all my life with younger siblings/ foster siblings and learning from my mom how to nurture children of different ages, backgrounds, and abilities, as I have multiple foster sibling(who have experienced trauma) and a brother with...
Allie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allie was a perfect fit for our family. She is patient, caring, and loving with our kids. Our kids had a blast with her and we felt safe with them in her care. I would definitely use Allie again to help our family. "
Care member
Victoria P.
Saint Joseph, MI
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, creative, and outgoing
I love working with kids because I'm experienced and always have such a good relationship with children. I grew up watching the kids in Sunday school and helping out in my mothers classroom. I was even a teacher cadet in a kindergarten classroom my senior year of...
5.0
"Victoria watched our 18-month-old son for us during a family wedding this summer. She was immediately engaged with him. She was attentive, caring, and had such a sweet, fun-loving energy! If we are ever back in the area, we would definitely hire her again!"
Dana O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hii, I'm a positive and kind young women who loves being around kids to help them out and watch them grow into young adults. I love to bake, cook, do arts and crafts, and help others out when in need. I often use my free time to listen to music and get school work done and play sports. I have a few years of baby sitting...
Jasmin can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very Pleased with Jas's service, my girls liked her and said they would be happy to have her be their babysitter in the future!"
Adreanne D.
Grace W.
Coloma, MI
$14-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experience With Babysitting Four Children For 12 Hour Days On Weekends! Loves Kids (:
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with kids as soon as I could drive! I have worked with 3 families quite consistently one of which I did 12 hour days with their 4 kids. I have also worked tutoring kids for four years.
In my spare time, I like to go hiking with my friends! I also really enjoy music and games.
One thing you should know about...
5.0
"Grace was such a help when we were looking for a last minute babysitter for our 1 and 3 year old. From our first message with her, she was timely, professional, and kind. She showed up on time, interacted great with our kids, and even cleaned up after they went to...
Cerena K.
Pamela C.
Saint Joseph, MI
$12-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I started babysitting when I was 13 yrs. old. and watched kids in the nursey at the church. I now have 3 kids that I raised and 3 grandkids. I been around kids for most of my life, I Love kids.
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 20+ years of experience in education. Honoring each child's unique gifts while teaching skills that help them succeed & build confidence is my approach. Teaching has been my life since I became a big sister at 18 months and I love watching children and teens find sure footing as they grow. Actual jobs began with...
Niki P.
Coloma, MI
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Fun And Safe Sitter! Love To Bond With Younger Children And Make Fun Memories
I am 18, I took care of my younger sister who is now 13, basically her entire life. I also have experience in babysitting other young children. I took babysitting classes a few years back, which gave me a CPR certificate. More recently, I was babysitting a friends daughter who is 1 1/2, but moved to Michigan so am now looking...
Niki can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Serena B.
Saint Joseph, MI
$10-15/hr
New Elementary Education Graduate Searching For Tutoring Opportunities
I just graduated May 7 with my early childhood through sixth grade bilingual education degree. I am looking for tutoring jobs to continue practicing lesson planning and working with children. I am most comfortable tutoring students first through fifth grade, but I would be willing to try grades outside of that. I am familiar...
Alexandra R.
Sodus, MI
$15-50/hr • 17 yrs exp
My name is Alexandra. I am a mother to 4 boys. I have over 15 years in childcare. During my career, I have owned and operated a successful, licensed, in home daycare for almost 6 years. I work part time at my kids school, president of the PTSO and on top of that my training does include working with special needs kids as well as...
Lola S.
Saint Joseph, MI
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Lola! I have been a babysitter since I was 12 years old and started working at a daycare after I graduated. I worked there for three years and I truly couldn't be more thankful. I learned so much being there with every extra course we had to take online as well as the in person CPR training we had. I was lead teacher...
Lola can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Madelyn K.
Watervliet, MI
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have worked at Centria Autism as a behavioral technician and have grown up around my low functioning autistic cousin my whole life. I've also worked as an Enrichment Specialist and Site Supervisor for the Youth Development Company.
I am CPR Certified and have also undergone blood born pathogen and mandated reporter training....
Madelyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Benton Harbor, MI
Allie Z.
5.0
Allie was always patient and gentle with our two toddlers.
- Care member
Victoria P.
5.0
Victoria watched our 18-month-old son for us during a family wedding this summer. She was immediately engaged with him. She was attentive, caring, and had such a sweet, fun-loving energy! If we are ever back in the area, we would definitely hire her again!
- Dana O.
Jasmin W.
5.0
Very Pleased with Jas's service, my girls liked her and said they would be happy to have her be their babysitter in the future!
- Adreanne D.
Grace W.
5.0
Grace was such a help when we were looking for a last minute babysitter for our 1 and 3 year old. From our first message with her, she was timely, professional, and kind. She showed up on time, interacted great with our kids, and even cleaned up after they went to sleep. Thanks again Grace!
- Cerena K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Benton Harbor, MI:
How can I find a Benton Harbor babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Benton Harbor, 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 9 babysitters in Benton Harbor, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Benton Harbor, MI?
The average rate for Benton Harbor, MI babysitters on Care.com is $15.11 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 Benton Harbor, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Benton Harbor, 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.