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60 babysitters are listed in Dowagiac, MI
The average rate is $12/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Dowagiac, MI
I have been baby sitting and caring for children since high school. I have done errand running for my clients, fun days out with their kids, and have done pick up and drop offs for school when needed. I took a break while pursuing a career in hospitality. I now have the joy of being a mom to a wonderful 3-year-old boy that...
Jenna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Megan H.
Cassopolis, MI
$10-15/hr
I can care for a large variety of animals as I have grown up around farm animals. I have had quite a few cats and dogs throughout my life, as well as having spent most of my life working with goats and poultry. I have experience working with different situations with animals as well, as most of our animals have been born and...
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Angela S.
Berrien Center, MI
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Sitter With 5 Years Experience Or Nanny With An Open Schedule Looking For Full-Time
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am person who will join a family and partner with the parents in raising their children. I will provide quality childcare. I will care and love your children as my own. I have been a substitute teacher since 2009 and have interacted, cared, taught children of all ages. I believe I would be a valuable addition to your family as...
Doris can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
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.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've recently cut back on hours at my full time job and am looking forward to picking up caring for kids again.
I nannied for several summers while in college, and out of college as well. I've cared for kids as young as infants up to 10 years old. During that time, I prepared meals for the kids, read to them, planned...
Naja can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were so lucky to find Naja! She clearly loves babies, and she did a fantastic job putting our little to bed. We would love to have her back."
Arielle E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to pre-teens. I am both CPR and First Aid Certified. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, I would be happy to do additional other tasks if requested! With all my skills and...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Natalie watched our son for 8 months before he started daycare. She showed up every day and was always on time. She was great with our son and kept him active throughout the day. She followed his nap schedule and routine and helped sleep train him when he was 6...
Kristi Jo L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there parents! I am Jordyn and I'm 21 years old. I have over 5 years of experience with babysitting. I have two years of experience with working in a daycare and three years of experience nannying. I absolutely adore kids and love being able to watch them grow. References available upon request. I am CPR certified. I look...
Jordyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We have hired Jordyn for both child care and pet care and would highly recommend! Our son J is 1 and he adores her, he never wants her to leave! Jordyn follows all the instructions I leave and keeps me updated when I am gone. We know J is well taken care of in her...
Morgan L.
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
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.
Ayanna M.
South Bend, IN
$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
"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 days she came in, and enjoyed going on adventures and learning more with her.
She will be greatly missed and we...
Heather M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I am Jordyn! I am 20 years old and I'm currently in college majoring in dental hygiene. I take all online classes so it would never interfere with the job. I have grown up with always having dogs and cats. My mom is a vet tech so she's a big part to my love for animals. My parents still have a lot of dogs and cats and...
Jordyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine
5.0
"She was on time and took my dog for a great walk even though it sprinkling. So good to have someone to do this."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Addy, I'm 26 and graduated from Michigan State University in 2020.
So far I have nannied for 2 different families. My first family I was watching a little boy starting at 3 months up until he was 7 months, and my second family I watched a 2-year-old boy for 6 months. I also have a 3. 5-year-old niece who I watch...
Adeline can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We are incredibly fortunate to have found an exceptional nanny for our family, and we couldn't be happier with the care and support Addy has provided.
Her love and dedication towards our son was truly remarkable. She treated him with utmost kindness, patience, and...
Stefanie K.
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
"We were so happy to have Victoria watch our kids at our cottage in Sawyer. She was on time, brought some fun activities for the kids, and very outgoing. She jumped right in and starting interacting with the kids right away. We look forward to calling having her...
Cerena K.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Katlyn!
Ever since I was little, I have been drawn to children. They have a way of making my life happy. Since the age of 13, I have been a mommy's helper, babysitter, and nanny for children ages newborn-12 years. I now teach GSRP preschool and am loving every minute of it! I am CPR and First Aid certified. I...
Katlyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Very caring and dependable. She was great when things came up and my baby had to stay longer or extra days unexpectedly!"
Chealsy S.
5.0
(1)
I have more than 14 years of experience in caring for children. I began caring for children when my children were small. I have cared for children from as young as two weeks up to 12 years of age. While in my care ensured proper nutrition as well as activities.
Norma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have hired Ms. Norma for babysitting thrice and my experience has been wonderful. She is punctual, in fact before time most of the times.
She gets various board games, coloring books and other stuff with her to keep the kids engaged and not just sitting with...
Anshu R.
5.0
(5)
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...
Kalish can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kalish has become family. She watched my 3 boys for a very large portion of their lives. She helped with study and made sure they were more than taken care of. Sad she had to move away or she would still be sitting with them."
Belynda C.
5.0
(2)
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...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Samantha has been my son’s summer nanny for 2 years. My son is 15 and profoundly autistic. She handles his behaviors with a calm and humor. She is always on time, trustworthy, and makes great mac and cheese. We still have her help out on breaks. She also assists...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have always loved working with kids and caring for them. I have helped out with programs at my local church, volunteered at day care and day camps, I have also spent countless hours this past school year as a volunteer crew leader at a program where I am in charge of kids from the ages of 2 months to 13 years of age for at...
Sharon can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Alejandra M.
Berrien Springs, MI
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love to care for children. I am professional, fun, loving and caring and I love to cook! My full time job is being a chef, however watching after children is a rewarding hobby of mine. I think kids are awesome, they're so funny and smart and fun to play with and fun to be around even when they're grumpy! If I can help by...
Alejandra can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Alex has been amazing! Highly recommend. She took such great care of my 8 month old. She was able to pick him up from daycare for me while I was at work. Alex would text me throughout the evening and send me pictures/videos to ease my mind since hes my first kid...
Bianca S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 children, both boys, ages 25 and 22. I have a degree in Elementary Education. I've taught 3-year-old preschool, 4-year-old preschool, Kindergarten, been a paraprofessional for grades 3-5, and am currently finishing up my job as a Nanny for 5-year-old twin girls that I've been with for the past 4. 5 years. They are...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Mary has been our nanny for almost 2 years now and the only way I can describe her is amazing. She is patient, kind, dependable, and dedicated. She goes above and beyond on a daily basis. I have two two-year-olds and they absolutely love her. She brings daily fun...
Brandy M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dowagiac, MI
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.
Naja W.
5.0
We were so lucky to find Naja! She clearly loves babies, and she did a fantastic job putting our little to bed. We would love to have her back.
- Arielle E.
Natalie M.
5.0
Natalie is simply the best caregiver we could have ever asked for! She is everything you want in someone you are trusting with your child- caring, patient, extremely responsible, trustworthy… I could go on! If it were not for her moving, we would have kept her as our nanny as long as she would have...
- Care member
Jordyn M.
5.0
Jordyn was wonderful, I posted a job very last minute as I had to go into the office on a Saturday while my husband was traveling. Jordyn was super flexible with my last minute request and agreed to take care of my 6 month old at my office while I worked. My baby adapted to her well and all my...
- Katherine P.
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dowagiac, MI:
How can I find a Dowagiac babysitter near me?
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 10 babysitters in Dowagiac, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Dowagiac, MI?
The average rate for Dowagiac, MI babysitters on Care.com is $12.60 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 Dowagiac, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dowagiac, 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 Dowagiac, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Dowagiac, MI are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.