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Yaritza C.

Dowagiac, MI

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I'm an experienced, passionate childcare provider with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've always had a strong passion for helping children grow and develop, and I take great joy in providing a safe, nurturing environment for them to learn and play. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love using my...
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Drew R.

Hello

Dowagiac, MI

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Hello! My name is Drew, and I am a 27-year-old dedicated and passionate caregiver. I graduated from Elkhart Memorial High School and furthered my education at Indiana University South Bend (IUSB), where I earned a degree in Elementary Education with concentrations in Early Childhood, Special Education, and Psychology. My passion...
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Olivia B.

Decatur, MI

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm an elementary teacher on summer vacation! I've been babysitting off and on since I was 14. I am more than happy to help with summer school work help if needed, love dogs, and absolutely love to be outside!
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Emma M.

Interactive Sitter And

Cassopolis, MI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Emma and I have been babysitting on and off for the past 4 years. I am a full time student at Michigan State University, and am hoping to help out some families over the summer! I am glad to help with tasks around the house, school work, and light travel. I am a very reliable, kind, and responsible sitter and...
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Angela S.

Sitter With 5 Years Experience Or Nanny With An Open Schedule Looking For Full-Time

Berrien Center, MI

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$11/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have babysat for many years. I worked at a day camp (ages 5-10) for 3 years and have volunteered in church nursery (ages 2 and under) and children's church (ages 4-5) for 6 years. I have decided to go back to school so I have had to stop working with the wonderful family I have been with for a year and a half. I am CPR and...
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Fiona D.

Babysitting

Berrien Center, MI

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$18/hr
6 years experience
One thing you should know about me is I'm CPR certified and have experience with EMT services so if anything were to happen I have medical experience to help. I am looking for a job that is enjoyable and pays well. As I'm looking for a second job to pick up during winter/spring. I love kids! I've always been around them...
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Adryanna G.

Cassopolis, MI

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I like working with kids because I became an aunt at just 3 years old. I've always loved babysitting and helping family members with their children. I love seeing the way children light up around me I'm looking for a job that will accept me as part of their family. I'm looking for something that is long term. I want something...
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Blaine M.

Child care

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I have 8 years of childcare experience. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing all sorts of games with kids. I'm also comfortable enforcing household rules and following the parents' lead. l'm happy to assist with cooking, meal preparation, carpooling,...

Care Member says "Blaine used to babysit for my sister all the time and was always super flexible and easy-going!"

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Victoria P.

Saint Joseph, MI

3.7(1)
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$11/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Dana O. says "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...

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Samantha M.

Summers Only Please!

Buchanan, MI

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Samantha. I am 24 years old. I live in Buchanan, MI with my fiancé, two dogs, and two cats. I am a life long Notre Dame football fan, even when it is hard to be. I love to golf, hike, and travel. If I could vacation one place for the rest of my life it would be the Pacific Northwest. I love the mountains and...

Care Member says "Samantha is wonderful. Kind, caring, supportive, educational, and conscientious, she was always available when extra time was needed, volunteered to...

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Brittany H.

Full Time Caregiver

Buchanan, MI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been babysitting for about 12 years. I've babysat for kids from ages 0-10. While babysitting, my duties were bedtime, making dinner, cleaning around the house, assisting with homework, and just having fun with the kids.

Laura L. says "Our 3 young boys look forward to Brittany coming to our house. She is engaged in play and they are always very excited to share their day's activities when...

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Allison K.

Niles, MI

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Allison. I'm a 21-year-old medical assistant. I have experience with littles as young as 3 months old up to 11 years old. I do have an up to date BLS certification. I can also help out with any chores around the house or with transportation if needed.

Care Member says "Did a great job, responded well to our kid"

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Beatrice B.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Beatrice. As the fourth out of six kids, my experience with childcare started with my own siblings. Since then, I have gained extensive experience working with infants and children of families found through both personal connections and Care. com. I have always loved spending time with children, and I never run...

Kadi W. says "Oh, where do I even begin with Bea?! We had the absolute pleasure of having her take care of our 6 month old for the summer, and we couldn't have asked for...

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Ayanna M.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 3 years of experience at being an lead infant toddler teacher and still currently teaching as a sub to certain daycares. I have an 8yr old son who's super energetic so he keeps me on my toes. I got my bachelors in recreational therapy, I chose that major for my son who was diagnosed with autism and I wanted to understand...

Heather M. says "Ayanna is an asset to our household and we are sad to see her go. Under her care our children have loved every moment with her. They look forward to the...

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Kelis L.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello my name is Kelis. I am 24 years old but very mature for my age. Very Reliable and flexible to the families needs. I mostly go by Ari thats what everyone calls me and what I prefer. I am a student at ND. As well as working with children who do online schooling, etc. I've been nannying since 2019. Im comfortable with the...

Jennifer V. says "Kelis has been taking care of my son (15mo) for a bit over 4 months. He loved her instantly. We are a Spanish speaking home and she incorporates the bit...

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Kalish W.

Nurturing, Professional, & Caring

Paw Paw, MI

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
Hello... my name is Kalish. I would love to be your next babysitter for you child/children. I have been watching children for over 20+ years. I am experienced, knowledgeable, and love what I do. If you are looking for someone to watch your child/children who is reliable, caring, trustworthy, and great with children... there is...

Care Member says "Very dependable , caring , loving and provides a very clean and safe environment!!!"

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Brandi F.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello :) I bond well with the children as well as the parents. I specialize in Notre Dame weekends for families that come from out of town! I try to follow the parents guidelines for how they like their children to be watched to the best of my ability. I am more than willing to help clean up the house while the child is napping...

Care Member says "Kind and compassionate about caretaking and education for younger children. Educated in calm down techniques for all kids. Clean home. We love Brandi! "

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Noemi R.

Dedicated Early Education Educator

Benton Harbor, MI

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Dedicated early childhood educator for 6+ years. Passionate in early childhood education and the importance of developing the foundation for early learning. Graduated with a Bachelor's of Science in Early Childhood Education B-K & Special Education in May of 2024. Achieving a Teaching License June of 2024. Looking to open my own...
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Kathleen H.

Experienced Grandma

Buchanan, MI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I am a mother of two and grand mother of four children who I have cared for since they were born . They are now old enough to care for themselves so I have time for other children. I have experience with infants but would prefer to work with toddlers and children up to the age of 12 or so. I am also available for date...

Care Member says "Kathy is phenomenal! She is prompt, honest, attentive; a great communicator. She took care of my two daughters for about two years and we could not have...

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Ann S.

Benton Harbor, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a mother of 3 and my youngest just went off to college. I have flexibility of when I can help out including daytime hours, when needed.

Leah P. says "Ann is amazing. She's a part time nanny for us and is extremely kind and patient with our toddler. She loves doing art projects with the kids, often taking...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dowagiac, MI

Babysitters in Dowagiac, MI are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Blaine M.

Blaine used to babysit for my sister all the time and was always super flexible and easy-going!

- Care member

Victoria P.

Victoria watched our 18-month-old son for us during a family wedding this summer. She was immediately engaged with him. She was attentive,...

- Dana O.

Samantha M.

Samantha is wonderful. Kind, caring, supportive, educational, and conscientious, she was always available when extra time was needed,...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dowagiac, MI:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dowagiac, 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 2 babysitters in Dowagiac, 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.

The average rate for Dowagiac, MI babysitters on Care.com is $16.00 per hour as of June 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dowagiac, MI through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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