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60 babysitters are listed in Dowling, MI
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Dowling, MI
Hello! My name is Lyrica and I'm a music major at a University currently. I have babysitting experience from high school, I mostly watched a girl who was 4 years old when I started watching her. She was so much fun to hang out with! I am very energetic and very dependable. I am a pro at making snacks and keeping kids...
Lyrica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Dekotah R.
Battle Creek, MI
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I have babysit for a lot of years total different ages , loves kids have a they have big place in my heart I am CPR certified and first aid certified. I had just graduated high school in may 2023 my plans or to go back to school in the fall . I do have my...
Dekotah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mama to 2 littles, aged 3. 5 and 10 months, and have experience with children of all ages. I also have experience working with the special-needs community, including handicapped teens and autistic children. I am punctual, energetic, and understand the importance of exercise and a healthy diet for children. Reading,...
Lissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Rebekah H.
Plainwell, MI
$14-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Rebekah, and I have over 10 years of babysitting and nanny experience! I began as a mother's helper when I was 12 years old, and have since spent my time with children and families of all ages, from newborns to teens to multiple children. I have experience with homework help, rides to athletic practices and...
Rebekah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amanda M.
Plainwell, MI
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Amanda, I moved to Michigan about a 2 years ago from Illinois with my fiancé! I have been working with children 0-12yrs since 14 years old! I used to babysit for my neighbors as well as church when main service was happening! I currently work as a lead 4/5-year-olds teacher at a preschool in Otsego Mi. I love working...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Alexis R.
Augusta, MI
$15-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old! This past summer I was a nanny for one little girl. I grew up in a big family and have experience with children from 6 months and older. I currently go to Western Michigan University with a major in Special Education with a passion for child development! Although I'm in school I...
Skills:
CPR
Molly K.
Galesburg, MI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Molly, and I am a compassionate, responsible, and energetic babysitter with over 10 years of experience caring for children of various ages, from infants to pre-teens. I am committed to providing a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where kids feel comfortable and engaged.
I understand that each child is...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Harley and I'm a 29-year-old who has a lot of experience in childcare. I have been gifted with a true understanding for patience and love when it comes to kids of all ages. I was blessed to work for a family of 6 children, for over 6 years! Getting to make a difference in a child's life is so rewarding. I...
Harley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Robin C.
Battle Creek, MI
$18-27/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a patient, kind, determined aunt of 5. I have 11 years experience babysitting children from ages newborn to 11 years old. I began babysitting on my own at 13 years of age. I have enjoyed babysitting children of all ages. I also love dogs, I used to live with family who owns 4 dogs, 3 Labradors and a Newfoundland...
Robin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I took some classes in early childhood development at Ferris State University. I have experience in taking care of children of all ages. I have a gentle soul. I am very patient and understanding.
Sue can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Jessica L.
Augusta, MI
$11-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a caring, energetic, and organized caregiver with 10 years of babysitting experience. I was a full- time caregiver before having children, and have been a stay at home mom for the last 5 years. I am hoping to start working part time, and am looking for a family that will feel comfortable with my daughter being with me. I...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Katelin S.
Woodland, MI
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I like working with kids because you get to inspire generations, watch them grow up into an amazing person, and be that person they know they can come to when mom & dad arent home, to know they are cared for. I'm looking for a job that if they needed full-time, would only need it for a few years, as I am newly married and hoping...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a teacher in with GSRP program and have 5 children of our own. I am very comfortable with children of all ages and several children at a time. I am energetic, loving, quick on my feet, and have a plethora of strategies and activities to pull from. I love to be outdoors, bake/cook, listen to music (aka-dance party), read, do...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I am a positive, encouraging & respectful person. Kids have always gravitated towards me & I to them.
I began babysitting when I was 14. I raised a son on my own, and I still work with kids today because I love them. There is nothing more fulfilling than making a child feel happy, safe & secure. I easily adapt to the needs of...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have nannied for several families in the past, as well as babysat, tutored, and watched pets and homes. I formally worked as the assistant program coordinator and head coach for a youth soccer company. I have also been a lead teacher in a preschool classroom, and a teacher's assistant for kindergarten and first grade classes....
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as calm, friendly and kind.
I like working with kids because they are our future, the more compassion they are shown as children, the more compassionate they will become.
I'm looking for a job that is consistent. I have two young sons (1 & 3) who I will also be looking after.
I am new to working...
Hello! My name is Abigail and I'm currently taking a break from my higher education before transferring to a new university. I've been watching kids since I was 13 years old, starting with watching my younger brothers and then kids in my church and neighborhood. Over the years, I have taken care of all ages of kids, some with...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kiersten N.
Richland, MI
$18-27/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey! Thanks for taking a min to read thru my bio, I hope your kiddos and I are a good match!
I'd describe my personality as responsible, caring, & friendly. I want to have kids of my own one day, but until then, I'll enjoy caring for others
I'm looking for families that have semi well- behaved children, that will...
Kiersten can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Nicole A.
Shelbyville, MI
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for caring for children, which led me to pursue a career as a childcare provider. With over a year of experience, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your little ones. I'm comfortable caring for up to two children, from infants to pre-teens.
I take...
Hadyn H.
Battle Creek, MI
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a natural caregiver with three years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's development in a safe and nurturing environment. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for connecting with children and positively impacting their lives.
My calm and patient...
Hadyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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How can I find a Dowling babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dowling, 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 Dowling, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Dowling, MI?
The average rate for Dowling, MI babysitters on Care.com is $16.50 per hour as of May 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Dowling, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dowling, 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.