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60 babysitters are listed in Elk Rapids, MI
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Elk Rapids, MI
Between babysitting, nannying in college and now being a PE and Health teacher, I have 10+ years of experience! I love to be outdoors as my current job is outdoors 24-7. Adventure and creativity come easy to me.
Kate can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I love spending time with seniors. I have helped with care of both my parents and grandparents. I understand how important it is to have them stay in their familiar surrounding as long as possible and how hard it is on all family members to give them all the time that is necessary to take care of them. I have recently moved to...
Tina can also help with: Dementia
I have tutored High school and college students in chemistry, English and math and consider myself a patient and highly educated tutor
Bailey S.
Cedar, MI
$20-27/hr
I have not had any experience in senior care, I have experience in babysitting and animal care but growing up in a very close family my grandpa and great grandma needed care and I would help out with what I could. I'm a very caring, patient person and a quick learner for any of their needs.
Bailey can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, transportation
Lonna G.
Traverse City, MI
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Graduate Student, Looking for Meaningful, Care Giving Job
I am a licensed occupational therapist currently working full time at Munson Medical Center. My parents cared for my grandmother, grandfather, and others. It is a challenging task. I hope to help relieve some burden, provide assistance with self-care needs, and/or simply provide company / supervision when needed. I'm available...
Lonna can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
Chelsea L.
Cedar, MI
$15-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
I can bring my own supplies if needed. I can clean up any room in the house. If you need laundry done out of home and returned, I can do this.
Chelsea can also help with: General room cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization & more
Lonna G.
Traverse City, MI
$25-35/hr
I'd Be Happy To Assist! Tis' The Busy Season! Gift Wrapping, Errands, Grocery Shopping, And More!
To be honest, I love grocery shopping, gift wrapping, cleaning, and shopping in general. Why not help others while making extra money doing things I already enjoy? :) please contact me for holiday help!
I have 3 years of experience with house sitting/animal sitting. I have animals of my own. I am most comfortable with dogs and cats. But I can learn what is needed. I usually don't charge by the hour.
Shelby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Chelsea L.
Cedar, MI
$11-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a dog and cat mom for many years. We love going on long walks. I can do anything you need including feeding, walking, picking up the yard and brushing.
Chelsea can also help with: Pet walking
I'm looking for something new, I've been sitting at a desk for 20 years. I'm looking for something to keep me active and give me a smile. Kids bring me joy and make me laugh. I am a mother of 4, only one home still in high school. When thinking about a new job, I knew I needed a change and being around children brings me joy....
Tara can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Lonna G.
Traverse City, MI
$10-20/hr
I am currently not seeking jobs for pet care. but I will likely begin after the holidays.
I look forward to it!
Lonna can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
Kaitlyn A.
Traverse City, MI
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I am a student at Michigan State studying Psychology. I am looking for a fun and easy going family to help out when needed. I love kids of all ages and would love to talk to you more about how I could help your family!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Camille F.
Traverse City, MI
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been a Certified Nurse Aid for three years now. I am currently in nursing school and looking for a job to do in my free time. I am very clean, organized, and flexible. I have experience with babysitting and I am comfortable with all ages! I am looking forward to seeing where this will take me.
Camille can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Vivian H.
Traverse City, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with children. I am currently working on acquiring my CDA and hope to go back to college for my ECE. I have been there for about a year. I did I'm home nannying out of Zeeland in 2022 and unfortunately had to end due to a difficult pregnancy and moving back to traverse city. I have six siblings, and many young...
Vivian can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
My name is Rachel and I am a college student at NMC. I have lots of professional experience cleaning, and thoroughly enjoy the activity of it. I try to be very respectful of the people who let me into their homes, as I understand the difficulty and sometimes awkwardness of hiring help.
Rachel can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, window washing, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
I work for home health care companies all over traverse city. Ive been a CNA for Munson hospital, meadow brook and worked privately for myself
Mikhayla can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, respite care, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hannah C.
Traverse City, MI
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience babysitting and nannying children between the ages of 3 and 14. Flexible schedule, willing to travel.
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hailey B.
Central Lake, MI
$16-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Hailey I am 21 years old, in college and majoring in social work. I have my own transportation. I have experience babysitting 6 months to 12-year-olds. I would be willing to babysit/nanny any children out of that age group as well. I will follow any covid guidelines you are interested in. If you have any questions...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
Julie B.
Traverse City, MI
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a middle school teacher who loves leading, educating and hanging out with kids, especially outside! I have over 10 years of experience nannying, teaching and working with kids ages 0-14. I have five years experience tutoring kids grades K-9. I am a graduate from Central Michigan and love spending time outside, hiking, going...
Julie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Bridget B.
Traverse City, MI
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking to bring my baby along with me.
I love children. I believe they are some of the most intelligent and interesting people in the world. I have taken care of kids since I was 9, starting in the nursery at my church. It later moved to taking the babysitter course at Red Cross and becoming CPR and First aid trained at 11,...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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How can I find a Elk Rapids babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Elk Rapids, 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 Elk Rapids, 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 Elk Rapids, MI?
The average rate for Elk Rapids, MI babysitters on Care.com is $19.00 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 Elk Rapids, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Elk Rapids, 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.