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Babysitters in Benzonia, MI

I have been working with children in some capacity since I was a teenager. I started babysitting, working at camps, and volunteering with children at church when I was in high school. For the past four years I ran a before- and after-school program and taught preschool. I also taught children's theatre classes with a local...
Chelsea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kirstin E.


Frankfort, MI

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Creative And Active Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Kirstin and I'm a senior social work student at Ferris. I'm looking for a part-time babysitting position/s for Friday and/or Saturdays up until late April. In May of 2024 I will be interning full-time so will be available only on Friday nights, Saturdays, and Sundays! I love working with young kids and keeping...
Kirstin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Kirstin was our summer nanny for our 18 month old. She was always on time, reliable, fun, and took great care of our little guy. We recommend her. "

Angela H.

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Manon L.


Beulah, MI

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Manon. I graduated from Siena Heights University with a social work degree. I am from Benzie, Mi. I have worked with kids through high school, college, and now through my career. I am a mental health clinician for children 0-18 years old at a community mental health. I have my own vehicle. I am CPR and first...
Manon can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Manon was dependable and willing to do anything to help, whether it was picking kids up, taking them to practices, or cooking a quick dinner. We can't wait until she's back to school and we can use her again!"

Cara H.

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Maia S.


Beulah, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing And Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have over 15 years of childcare experience including three years with infants and am a reliable, dedicated, and enthusiastic caregiver. I am also mom to a 3-year-old and an 8-year-old, and a professionally trained dance teacher. My experience as a nanny includes a variety of child-raising methods and philosophies...
Maia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maia worked for us for a year and is, hands down, the most exceptional caregiver you can imagine. She is naturally gifted when it comes to children: fun, patient, kind, open to their ideas, intuitive about their needs. She is trustworthy, dependable, honest, and...

Kari K.

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Katie J.


Beulah, MI

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

I am an early childhood special education teacher. I am a certified teacher with concentrations in math & language arts. I've been working in child care/education or with children since I was 12 years old and took the Red Cross Babysitting Class. I enjoy helping children get opportunities to explore & expand their imaginations!...
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Maria P.


Arcadia, MI

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Caring

I am a loving mother of one daughter and grandmother of one grandson. I have experience as toddler teacher and family services specialist, also as nurse assistant, and I enjoy working with children and taking care of animals.
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Katie J.


Beulah, MI

$22-31/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced. Joyful. Adventurous. Caregiver.

I am an early childhood special education teacher. I've been working in child care/education or with children since I was 12 years old and took the Red Cross Babysitting Class. I enjoy helping children get opportunities to explore & expand their imaginations!
Katie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Manon L.


Beulah, MI

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Manon. I am currently a student at Siena Heights University. I am looking to make some money while being in school as well as being a college athlete. I would love to help care for your pets!
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Kaylie H.


Bear Lake, MI

$16-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Kaylie I Am 20 Years Old And Love Kids And Animals

Hi! My name is Kaylie. I am 20 years old and I have plenty experience with animals, children, seniors, and housekeeping. I used to work at a veterinary clinic, and I also have pets of my own. I am CPR certified. I have had Babysitting jobs since I was 16. I also have younger siblings. I have worked at a couple different...
Kaylie can also help with: Carpet cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
Hello! My name is Charlotte and I am local to the Traverse City area. I am currently a college student at NMC pursuing a degree in Business Administration. I have been babysitting for nearly 7 years and have experience with many different age groups as well as special needs care. I enjoy engaging in outdoor/educational...
Charlotte can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jill M.


Lake Ann, MI

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter With Flexible Schedule And Excellent References

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi There! Looking for trustworthy and reliable help? That's me! I took a brief break from sitting when I had my own child, but now I am opening my availability back up. I am employed professionally full-time, so my availability is for date-nights and occasional babysitting jobs on the side. I have been babysitting for over 25...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jill was wonderful - dependable, responsible, able to handle a bunch of kids. She was great with my 6 week old grandson but also has fun with my 6 year old granddaughter. I would hire her again in a second!!"

Cameron L.

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Rica W.


Interlochen, MI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

You Deserve A Break, Mom!

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Rica and I provide childcare on Fridays and weekends for work or date nights. I am CPR certified and trained in infant/child first aid, and have several years of newborn-toddler nannying experience. I am also a portrait artist and animal/nature lover, and enjoy sharing my passion for learning about both with...
Rica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Rica was wonderful! She is extremely experienced and asked me questions about my daughter’s care that I didn’t even think to tell her. I highly recommend Rica."

Emma G.

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Karen K.


Lake Ann, MI

$10-35/hr10 yrs exp

Back Up Fur-Baby Mama

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love animals of all kinds. I have a particular soft spot for pit bulls but welcome new friends of any size, color or breed. I am happy to play or walk if the dog is young and/or energetic, or just go out to potty and then sit quietly for companionship. I am also very cat friendly, respecting the boundaries set by the cat,...
Karen can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Karen watched my cat Leo while i was gone for a week on a family vacation. There were no problems and she came over and stayed and played with him instead of just feeding him and leaving. It was nice having someone i could trust to watch him."

Beth R.

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Jeanne R.


Buckley, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Senior Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with seniors for a good 12 years. I am extremely patient and compassionate. I provide companion care as well as personal care. I worked for two agencies before going on Care. com. I currently care for an 83-year-old one day per week and I am looking for more work. I can provide excellent references.
Jeanne can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands
5.0
"Jeanne has been providing part-time Respite care for my mom who suffers with dementia. She is attentive and professional. My Mom adores her and looks forward to their time together."

Kimberly O.

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Karen K.


Lake Ann, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Reliable Care For People And Their Pets And/or Livestock

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

After over 30 years of employment as a paralegal in law offices, I am now able to spend my days earning money by using my education, employment and life experience to provide comfort, companionship and support to humans of all ages and their guardians and loved-ones. I have, of course, lots of babysitting and pet-sitting...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I loved having Karen watch my kids! I could tell they were happy and well taken care of when I returned home. She also took great care of our dog while we were out. He was happy, too! Having Karen watch your kids is like having a bonus grandma around. Highly...

Christina D.

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Rica W.


Interlochen, MI

$25/hr7 yrs exp

I provide animal pet sitting in my own home. I do have two sweet and gentle male Shelties that love having guests and are used to being around all kinds of animals. I am very experienced with bird/parrot care, and have experience with small animals. I have a large fenced backyard, no children/non smoker. I treat all fur/feather...
Rica can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Rica is the full package!! She's an incredibly intelligent woman and what she promises she delivers and then some! I have had several experiences with her and she is always communicative, dependable, and top quality."

Kate W.

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Nicole J.


Buckley, MI

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver For Any Age

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been around and/or worked with children my entire life and thoroughly enjoy my time spent with children. I am a new mom to a beautiful little boy and would love to have some new friends to create new adventures and memories with. Please don't hesitate to ask me any questions you may have. I have reliable...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Nicole did great with our daughter on the 1st day. absolutely no complaints here"

Jessica Z.

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Regan E.


Interlochen, MI

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

I keep a very organized and clean home. I would love to help you with yours! I am a flight attendant, but I have a lot of downtime. I am very good at deep cleaning any area! If you have pets at the home, that's not a problem, I love pets! I'm a very hardworking 20-year-old. I have had years experience cleaning residential and...
Regan can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Hey! My name is Kayla, Im 18. I love working with kids and have had lots of experience with family and friends since I was about 13. I was in a leaders club group at YMCA day camp for 2 years which entailed me helping with multiple groups of kids ranging from ages 5-12 doing crafts and games and singing songs and I really...
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Regan E.


Interlochen, MI

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Would Love to Help!

I helped take care of my grandmother for many years. I took care of my grandpa when hospice came into the picture. I had another in home heath position taking care of a woman who was paralyzed. I am a very compassionate, patient, loving, and understanding person. I love to help people. I have also helped take care of two people...

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Benzonia, MI

Kirstin E.

5.0

Kirstin was our summer nanny for our 18 month old. She was always on time, reliable, fun, and took great care of our little guy. We recommend her.

- Angela H.

Manon L.

5.0

Manon helped take care of our two year old son for about two weeks. I was initially apprehensive, as he can be shy, but he quickly warmed up to Manon. They spent multiple days together and he always seemed to have a great time. Manon was dependable, conscientious and easy going.

- Libby M.

Maia S.

5.0

Maia worked for us for a year and is, hands down, the most exceptional caregiver you can imagine. She is naturally gifted when it comes to children: fun, patient, kind, open to their ideas, intuitive about their needs. She is trustworthy, dependable, honest, and so easy to be around. She became a...

- Kari K.

Jill M.

5.0

Our kids really enjoyed hanging out with Jill doing crafts, playing checkers, and having a dance party! We would definitely hire Jill again.

- Care member

Rica W.

5.0

Our kids love Rica and so do we! We hired Rica during our vacation. She was reliable, punctual, has great communication skills and able to take charge. We will absolutely plan on rehiring Rica!

- Allie P.

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