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Tenaisia T.

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi future family ! I'm Tenaisia, and caring for others has always been at the heart of everything I do. With a background in criminal justice and years of hands-on experience supporting kids and families through foster care and youth programs, I bring a calm, reliable presence to any home. I've worked with children of all...

Lisa L. says "Tenaisia is very responsible and reliable. I asked her to help me last minute when my babysitter was not available. She changed her schedule to accommodate...

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Precious R.

Southfield, MI

4.2(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hi everyone, If you're looking for a fun, energetic person to care for your kids on a part-time/occasional basis, please don't hesitate to reach out to me!

Marcia G. says "Precious worked with us last summer and fall daily for a few months, caring for our 2 and 4 year old girls. She is always punctual, committed and...

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Sallie F.

Local School District Caregiver/Looking For Part-Time Days Summer

Utica, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I retired from Little Turtle Preschool in December of 2018. I have years of experience working with children. I started my own company in 2019 which focused on nanny and elderly care for families in need. I maintain excellent references in both care positions. I looks forward to working with families in need of quality care for...

Rahul P. says "Sallie worked part time for us for 18 months. She took great care of my 2 toddlers, a boy and a girl. They were very comfortable with her from the very...

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Carley L.

Carley Nanny

Sterling Heights, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Carley. I am a music major, teacher, and performer. I am patient, caring, creative, and strive to bring out the best in my students! I offer online and in home music lessons, all ages encouraged. I teach piano, voice, and guitar. Please reach out to schedule a free trial lesson. I love kids

Mark K. says "I've employed Carley numerous times to help out with my 3 and 5 year old grandchildren. She takes the job very seriously. Meal prep, playtime, and best --...

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Chula R.

Educator/Child Care - Part-Time

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Chula I'm a warm and experienced childcare provider with over 10 years in education and 12 years as a Medical Assistant/Clinical Manager. I currently work as a Special Education Teacher and love helping children learn and grow. I'm also a mom of two (ages 14 and 11), so I truly understand the importance of trust and...

Ursula B. says "Chula is awesome! She was eager to be around our daughter. She was great with her too! I was nervous to go out on our first date night and Chula is so...

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Tammy W.

Troy, MI

4.3(1)
from
$20/hr
25 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I was a teacher for 20 years. The last 3. 5 years I was a lead toddler/preschool teacher at my church's child care center. I currently am a nanny for a 1. 5-year-old and a 3. 5-year-old. I'm a mother and a grandmother. I'm first aid and CPR trained.

Care Member says "I hired Tammy to pet sit my two young cats. Tammy timely came every day as asked, sent daily reports on how the cats were doing, kept the litter boxes...

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Chandra D.

Babysitter / Nanny / Housekeeper

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I have many years experience with children. I am Infant and Adult CPR and First Aid Certified. I have a clean driving record and reliable transportation

Katie W. says "Chandra has cared for our two boys for a year now. We very much enjoy having her here & caring for our 1 & 3 year olds! She likes to spend time outside...

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Emily D.

Babysitter

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Emily and caring for children is my passion! I graduated from Michigan State in 2018 and now work full time in admin for a center that offers various therapies for children in Ferndale, MI. I'm looking to use my extra time at nights or weekends to spend even more time with the kiddos! I have been a...

Xin Z. says "Emily is very loving and fun to play with. Our kid bounded with her immediately and really enjoyed her company."

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Angela R.

Responsible, Patient And Fun Sitter- At Your Service!

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience babysitting children between the ages of 0-13 years old. I've babysat for families with multiple children and pets, so I feel comfortable in a busy/challenging environment. I spent 3 years as a pre-k-12 grade reading/math tutor at a private learning center, and spent 3 years working with thousands of...

Cheryl R. says "Angela is extremely patient and trustworthy. She is amazing with kids."

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Sarah N.

Dependable And Experienced Babysitter

Troy, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sarah and I am a recent college graduate. With over 10 years of experience in child care, I can assure you that you and your family will love my caring, responsible, and easygoing personality! I am an educated, energetic, caring and responsible adult. I have worked with children between the ages of one month and...

Jill R. says "Sarah is kind, loving, funny, and extremely dependable! We love having Sarah in our lives!!"

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Elizabeth C.

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello! My name is Elizabeth and I am a college graduate living in the Royal Oak-Clawson area. I am available to help out on date nights! **Not available to pick up or drop off** **Not available for full-time positions** **Cannot help in houses with cats** I have met so many great families in the area and if you need references...

Care Member says "Elizabeth took care of our 9month baby. She is professional and was able to adapt to our needs very quickly especially with both of us parents working...

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Tirza I.

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
My name is Tirza. I love the out doors and anything crafty. I love working with kids and have experience with ages from newborns to 12-year-olds. I am also a mom to a 6-year-old boy so I have a lot of personal experience. I am currently in university for construction engineering and have been in the Air Force for the past 9...

Scott P. says "Tirza provided after school care for our two sons. We regretfully had to hire another provider as Tirza graduated high school and is now attending college....

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Mariah W.

Southfield, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
Hi, My name is Mariah I'm 24 years old and I've loved working with children for as long as I can remember. I've always had a passion for seeing kids grow and learn, probably because my family is full of them. I have watched children from ages newborns to 12 years old. I'm very involved with lots of plans and activities prepared....

Kendra C. says "Mariah is very professional, and awesome at helping with homework. She?s a very dependable person. The kids enjoyed the short time that they had with...

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Leah J.

Loves Being Greeted With Leah!

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Since I took a babysitting class at 12, I have loved watching children. I am always the adult at the kids table. Previously , I have cared for many families as a professional nanny. Examples: -Family of four children: 1, 3, 5 and 7-year-old as well as a dog. -Family of two had a newborn and 6-year-old. -I spent one summer...

Care Member says "Leah watched my daughter starting at 6wks old. She was phenomenal!! I never had to worry or be concerned. She even sent me pictures throughout the...

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Peiton M.

Bloomfield Hills, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Peiton. I'm 23 years old & I absolutely adore being a nanny! I've wanted to be a nanny for as long as I can remember, & began working in childcare as soon as I turned 18. I now have over five years of experience caring for children from newborns to 14 years old, including those with special needs. I have house...

Sofia K. says "Peiton is great! My boys love her! She is kind, caring, and trustworthy! Highest Recommendations!"

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Carlena T.

Love Enthusiast

Detroit, MI

4.8(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
Greetings! As much as I would love to spend more time with your family, I must work. Thus, I am unavailable for full-time and rigorous part-time positions. I'd love to be considered for evening/weekend support and your rotation of occasional sitters (date nights, errand runs, "me" time). My greatest strengths are love and...

Former Member A. says "Simply Amazing! If you're concerned about having a stranger care for your kids book Carlena! She's prompt, professional, and wonderful with the...

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Luana D.

NANNY/HOUSE MANAGER

Bloomfield Hills, MI

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Available on: Wed 1PM-10 p.m. Thu 6PM-10 p.m. Fri 2PM-10 p.m. Sat 7AM-3 p.m. More about me: Available for nanny share and house manager (different rate for that) Open to any family I have 10 years of experience (newborn-10years old) Infant Qualified (4 years of work) Responsible, dependable, attentive to details, fast...

Lauren S. says "Luana has been the most amazing babysitter for our 18-month-old!! She is so talented in caring for and connecting with our son. I wish that we would have...

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Samiya B.

Warren, MI

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Samiya. I am passionate about working with children. I began babysitting for my family during high school. I am now a certified teacher in Michigan, which enables me to work with children from birth to age eight. I have gained extensive experience through placements at daycare centers and elementary schools as...

Celeste G. says "We had a tryout day. She was punctual, she was respectful. I appreciated that she was wearing a mask the whole time despite being Covid vaccinated. My...

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Zaria W.

Part Time Care Giver/ House Sitter

Sterling Heights, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
For the past eight years, I've had the joy of working with children of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers. My positive experiences babysitting, combined with my desire to support families, led me to childcare. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I communicate with parents at pickup, via text, or through their preferred...

Tameka D. says "Zaria is excellent with my 8 year old. He loves her. She also took him to recreational activities and loves cooking and doing activities with him!"

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Shawnita B.

Madison Heights, MI

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have worked with children from ages 2 to 12 for 6 years and am recently working with babies 6 weeks to 4 at a licensed daycare center. I am CPR and first aid certified and am constantly receiving training in childcare.

Kelona B. says "Awesome with children, she has a real passion for what she does, all the kids love her and does an excellent job with teaching, makes it fun and...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $16.00/hr as of November 2026

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Clawson, MI

Babysitters in Clawson, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Tenaisia T.

Tenaisia is very responsible and reliable. I asked her to help me last minute when my babysitter was not available. She changed her schedule...

- Lisa L.

Precious R.

Precious worked with us last summer and fall daily for a few months, caring for our 2 and 4 year old girls. She is always punctual,...

- Marcia G.

Sallie F.

Sallie worked part time for us for 18 months. She took great care of my 2 toddlers, a boy and a girl. They were very comfortable with her...

- Rahul P.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Clawson, MI

The average rate for babysitters in Clawson, MI on Care.com is $16.86 per hour as of November 2026. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.
Finding a babysitter in Clawson, MI often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 7 babysitters in Clawson, MI, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.
Babysitters in Clawson, MI offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.
When choosing a babysitter in Clawson, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.
Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in Clawson.
How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in Clawson offer flexible or same-day availability.

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