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173 babysitters are listed in Detroit, MI
The average rate is $17/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Detroit, MI
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!
I'm a babysitter for the Metro-Detroit area. I am an experienced educator with degrees from Rice University in Political Science and Managerial Studies. I fluently speak Chinese and I've been babysitting since I was 16 years-old and I've had CPR training (three times). I've been professionally care giving at least...
Camille can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Camille arrives ahead of time and her Communication is excellent. She is dependable and trustworthy. I never worry when she watches my young son. "
Chanelle J.
5.0
(3)
If I could describe my personality in 3 words it would be creative, caring & nurturing . I simply love kids , and how creative , active and joyful they are to be around. I enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage in life.
With over 10 years of babysitting , I feel I gained excellent childcare experience with children of...
Tyionna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She’s such a sweetheart & She’s amazing with Children. My babies love her & I will definitely be booking again. Thank you so much "
Care member
4.3
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Tamia, I'm 30 years old and a mother of two beautiful toddlers. Ive been a nanny for 12years now. I love being a nanny. I have experience with children from ages newborn-13years of age, meal preparation, light homecleaning, bottle feeding, pamper changing, creating fun activities, educational learning, I'm also a...
Tamia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's been my son's nanny since he was 1 and he absolutely loves her. He's moving on to school now but we absolutely loved her. She taught him so much and took great care of him. We definitely will be calling her still for date nights. She's loving, trustworthy and...
Brittany A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! :-) I have years of experience working with children in various settings. As a former Pre-K teacher, I am passionate about early childhood education and enjoy incorporating education into my care. I have also been a foster care case manager, a parent educator, a full time nanny (matched through Care!) and a camp counselor...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Jessica has been, hands-down, one of the most dependable, organized and caring caregivers we've ever worked with. Loved our boys like they were her own and helped advocate at school for my older child with special needs. She became part of our family and would...
Jeff F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Rachel and I am 27 years old. I studied studied at the University of Michigan, c/o 2018. I am an aunt to eight beautiful nieces and nephews. Growing up, I babysat and tutored other children in our community, as well as my own nieces and nephews.
My family temporarily housed foster children and I was able to help...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Rachel was a fantastic sitter for our two boys (2.5 years and 6.5 months). She was clearly comfortable caring for the baby and playing with the toddler at the same time. Our oldest really enjoyed playing with her. We've never had a babysitter before and Rachel was...
Kayla B.
Levita C.
Detroit, MI
$36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Or Full Time Caregiver Available To Babysit And Care For Children
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone, I'm a loving and honest person who has several years of experience caring for toddlers, preteens and teenagers. I've babysat for family members as well as other families in the Detroit metro area. I've provided care giving services to children who have ASD, ADHD, who are speech impaired, mentally impaired,...
Levita can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Levita in the fall of 2019 and she has been with us since. She helps us in so many ways with our children, dogs and in our home. She is a major factor in helping our family run and function smoothly with our busy schedules. Levita is kind, patient,...
Karen P.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm Alano, and I'm completely aware of the idea that men are NOT good babysitters. But, as a man who has the privilege of being an older cousin and uncle, I disagree! Care does not come with what you are, but who you are!
As an animation major, I probably know more about your child's favorite cartoons than they do! I...
Alano can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alano has been a lifesaver ever since started caring for my 17 month old son. He is active, cautious, kind and high energy. He has become part of our family and my son loves him so much. "
Sarah T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Frieda and I'm currently a student at Wayne State University with dreams of becoming a pediatrician with a concentration in obstetrics! Working with children is something I have always enjoyed doing and have been doing since I was about 14! I have experience working with children of all ages and am fun (yet...
Frieda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Frieda babysat for us through much of the school year and is a wonderful caregiver. She is so great with my kids and I highly recommend her to any families looking for care."
Amanda C.
5.0
(17)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Hailey and I am looking for a committed full time nanny role.
I am a career nanny and am passionate about what I do. I create magic, cook, clean, provide school work help and many things in between. Just ask:)
I am CPR+First Aid Certified (which includes infant-specific aid).
I have cards available upon...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hailey was great! I'm at stay at home mom and home school our 6 year old son. He hasn't been in the care of someone else other than family in a very long time. We were worried about separation anxiety. However, our son instantly liked Hailey! During our interview...
Miranda Z.
5.0
(1)
Hello! :) My name's Kelly. I used to babysit in New York City through my college's babysitting agency I've babysat regularly for children (one and multiple) age ranges from 3 months to 10 years of age. I have also been an Au pair for two children for a couple of weeks. Happy to provide references.
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"I've known Kelly for 5+ years now. While she lived in New York City, she regularly babysat for my two children, ages 2 and 5. Kelly routinely traveled with my kids in NYC to parks, restaurants, etc. as well as providing child care while my wife and I were out and...
Michael K.
Laura D.
Detroit, MI
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Medical Student With Flexible Availability Looking To Help With Your Childcare!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Laura and I am a current medical student looking to pick up some babysitting jobs. My schedule is flexible with availability throughout the day. I have several years of experience working with children through both babysitting and teaching swim lessons. I am comfortable with all ages but have worked primarily...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laura was so fabulous in helping us out for a last-minute booking, even with some technical difficulties! Super responsive, punctual, and our son was all smiles when I came back home!"
Ronald C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, empathetic, and open-minded.
I like working with kids because they provide a fun energy to be around, and it is the most rewarding feeling to be able to set a good example for such young, impressionable minds.
I started "working" with kids at age 13, when my two younger sisters were born....
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kira looked after my 20-month old and 3-year old. She was dependable, caring, and communicative."
Leah P.
Johanna S.
Detroit, MI
$18-31/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.3
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Johanna and I am a junior student attending Wayne State University studying elementary education. I have 8 years of babysitting experience and 4 years of nannying. I have watched infants to teenagers. I am willing to cook and clean while sitting. I am energetic, creative, love playing with children, and truly have...
Johanna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Johanna was great! Punctual, engaged, my kid loved her, didn't bail when I sent the booking for the wrong day :D. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I started babysitting at 16 and worked with two sweet girls for three years. I then went on to nanny for two families! I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping, or anything else you may need! I have experience with watching pets as well and love animals! In the summers I work at a...
Alivia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She took my child to the park, on walks, did crafts. She also helped my child learn ABC's, colors and counting. "
Care member
Monte M.
Detroit, MI
$10-160/hr • 3 yrs exp
Looking For Full-time Or Part-time. Experienced With All Ages. Available Anyday
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lots of experience with kids, from changing diapers to making bottles, to getting them to sleep. I've been babysitting since I was about 7 I'm now 25 with a 2-year-old.
I think families should hire me because I'm a great care giver, kids love me, I love kids, I love to clean, I'm also good with pets. I love drawing and...
Monte can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Ms. M. is and has been wonderful with my kids and not keeps my kids and helps them learn but cleans my house for me. I'm a mother that suffers from depression and she comes in and helps me with every day household tasks.
Thank you"
Kelisha M.
Heaven A.
Detroit, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have a great deal of experience babysitting and tutoring. I have worked with children with special needs such as autism, and have tutored in ESL, basic reading, writing, math, and science. Some of the activities I love to do with kids are telling stories, arts and crafts, and dance parties! I have also been extremely...
Heaven can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Heavenlee cared for my two boys for a few years, and we could not have been happier. She was always on time, high energy, and happy to work with our family. She made sure the boys were entertained, active, and most importantly, safe. I highly recommend Heavenlee to...
Monique S.
Matisan S.
Detroit, MI
$24/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Matisan and I have a 3-year-old baby girl that I love more than anything in this world. I graduated high school at the age of 16 and have been striving for my degree . I am now in esthetics school on my way to be an esthetician. I have been caring for children for over 6 years and love the young ones. I would love...
5.0
(4)
Hi, My name is Dionna I am 24. I am a college graduate from Eastern Michigan University I have a bachelor's in Social Work! I am currently a Middle School Teacher at a Charter School in Harper Woods, Michigan. I have experience in teaching Math, Technology, and English! I have professional references from professors, staff at a...
Dionna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dionna is amazing. She is very professional, polite and cares deeply for the work she does!"
Jade W.
Karen W.
Detroit, MI
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Karen and I am 56 years of age. I am a very hard worker, very energetic and very reliable. I have five girls of my own of which one I adopted at the age of 9 years old who is now 29 years of age. It was a very challenging journey being a single parent but with the help of God, I was blessed. I was also a foster mom...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karen is a very caring person. She loves to take care of people and loves to work."
Kemoye K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
What do your child(ren) like to do? Sing and dance? Love it, but I'm not the best. Explore? I prefer nature videos, but we can go outside! Cook? Love to, while using recipes. Need help with schoolwork? We will get it done! My job is to help you show your child the best the world has to offer, because it does take a village.
I...
Mirakle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Mirakle nannied my toddler and 5 year old for couple hours and they liked her a lot , very responsive when I texted about the kids also , I'm hiring again ."
Victoria C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Detroit, MI
Camille P.
5.0
Camille is so wonderful! She has taken care of my kids before and after school for the last year. She is capable, smart, kind; a natural teacher. My kids listen to her, and she always has important things to say.
- Colby H.
Tyionna W.
5.0
Amazing Work Ethic , Patient & Dedicated.
- Care member
Tamia Y.
5.0
She's been my son's nanny since he was 1 and he absolutely loves her. He's moving on to school now but we absolutely loved her. She taught him so much and took great care of him. We definitely will be calling her still for date nights. She's loving, trustworthy and you never have to worry when your...
- Brittany A.
Jessica S.
5.0
Jessica was the perfect hire for our childcare setting! Her love of children and experience with various age groups shines through in her work. Jessica is patient, knowledgeable, resourceful, and FUN! She goes above and beyond to build relationships with children and families, creating safe and...
- Jenny J.
Rachel B.
5.0
We had a great experience with Rachel last week. We were in from out of town and she sat for us with our 9 year old, 4 year old, and 6 month old. She managed them all in a hotel room nonetheless! She was incredibly kind, caring, sweet, easy to communicate with, and overall a lovely person. I would...
- Maureen M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Detroit, MI:
How can I find a Detroit babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Detroit, 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 173 babysitters in Detroit, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Detroit, MI?
The average rate for Detroit, MI babysitters on Care.com is $17.38 per hour as of July 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 Detroit, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Detroit, 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 Detroit, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Detroit, MI are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 79 reviews of the 173 listed babysitters.