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60 babysitters are listed in Gowen, MI
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Gowen, MI
Mckenzie D.
Gowen, MI
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am McKenzie, I go by Kenzie. I'm 22 years old with 7 years babysitting/nanny experience. I enjoy the outdoors, crafts, adventures, and laughing. I have experience with ages ranging between newborn to 14-year-olds and with multiple children, also I have worked in a daycare watching multiple children at the same time. I...
Mckenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kenzie helped us care for our daughter for 10 months. We had a wonderful experience with her and couldn’t recommend her enough. She was extremely reliable and communicative. But most importantly, she genuinely cared about our daughter and became like family. She...
Care member
Hi, I'm Anna! I have experience with nannying, babysitting, school pickups, cooking, and cleaning. I am compassionate, responsible, and reliable. I am CPR certified, have my own transportation, and have a college degree. Send me a message if I sound like a good fit for your family!
Hi, I'm Anna! I recently graduated from the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Grand Rapids Community College. I'd love to help kids with fine motor skills such as handwriting, drawing, safely cutting with scissors, coloring, painting, crafts, and more! Message me if you're interested.
I have experience in long term care facilities, home care, and hospitals! I am a CNA and an Occupational Therapy Assistant. I have enjoyed working with people of all ages. I am certified in CPR and can take vitals. Message me if interested!
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, respite care, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Hi, I'm Anna! I personally have 2 dogs, 1 cat, 20 quail, roughly 30 chickens, 6 ducks, and 2 turkeys, all as pets :) I love animals and have some spare time to help others with their pets. Message me if you think I'd be a good fit!
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi, I'm Anna! I have experience cleaning houses and offices. I am honest and reliable. I am comfortable using your cleaning supplies or I can bring my own for a higher price. Message me if you're interested or if you have any questions.
Anna can also help with: Carpet cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 16. Worked in daycares and nannying. I've worked in the school setting for 5 years now subbing, paraprofessional and interventionist. My love for children motivated me to become a teacher. I just finished my
Lacey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I know I'm competing with much younger candidates, but I have the experience only age can bring. I've been in caregiving facilities for the elderly, I have worked for in-home caregiver agencies, and have had multiple jobs here on this site.
I am an active babysitting grandmother of three girls under 4.
I also have a dog...
Machelle can also help with: Errands, respite care, dementia, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
12+ years of experience as a caregiver and as a CNA for children, adults, and senior citizens, both with and without physical and mental disabilities. I have 3 kids of my own as well.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello,
I'm 65 and trying not to retire, but have good energy and playtime. I have raised 5 dogs, have a puppy now, and still sad about losing my cat.
Can I be of help to you?
Machelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey I'm Katie. I absolutely love children, I am energetic. I love to run around take adventures and paint and play music. I pretty much do it all! I will fall In love with your children and will take my job taking care of the seriously.
I'd describe my personality as loving, energetic, honest
I like working with kids because...
5.0
"Katie is truly a wonderful, invested sitter. I highly recommend her. She is warm and friendly and the kids took to her right away. She is professional and reliable."
Beth B.
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, kind-hearted, and hard working.
I've learned through working as a babysitter that patience is key. My main goal is to always make kids feel comfortable and give them a space to be themselves!
I'm looking for a job that can allow me to make extra money on the weekends. I'm currently in...
5.0
"She is a sweetheart! She takes very good care of kids as I have been with her babysitting. She loves being active with kids and doing fun things! I really recommend her, she is very hard working. "
Care member
Brooklynn V.
Greenville, MI
$18-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with many things needed around the house! I am CPR and first aid certified! I love kids and have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. I also have experience with children with special needs!
Brooklynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm a mother of 2 and grandmother of 7. I love being around children, and as much as I wish I could full-time watch my grandbabies, their mom is a stay at home mom. I love to have fun and explore fun adventures with them and especially crafty gifts. I just have a lot more love to give;-) I enjoy caring for elderly as...
Raquel can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Call it crazy but I like to clean, makes life a little easier, being able to find something when it's clean and organized:-)
Raquel can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization & more
Zoe K.
Greenville, MI
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I moved to Michigan from Ontario, Canada last January and I'm excited to be looking for a nanny position! As the oldest girl in my family I am very experienced with all ages of children; I started babysitting in my early to mid teens and my parents have been foster parents my whole life. I'm super reliable, resourceful, and...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
I enjoy organizing in any way, neatness is a staple for me just makes the day go by smoother. Running errands is not a big deal for me I understand not everyone has the time or means of this, thanks for clicking on my profile have a great day.
For as long as I can remember, I have been taking care of other children. I began babysitting my two younger sisters at a very young age, and this helped my passion for working with children grow. The older I got, the bigger my family got, and the more opportunity I was given to look after other little ones. As I get older, my...
Kendra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Hi my name is Paola I am a home health aide. I have been a HHA for over 6 years. I have experience in bathing, changing, homemaking, medication reminders, transportation and much more. I like making a difference in someone's life. Everyone deserves to stay in the comfort of their home. I am also experienced in baby sitting. I...
Paola can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Payton B.
Greenville, MI
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am a senior at WMU, and have spent the past three years working for families who need help with housekeeping, cleaning, and/or childcare. I have experience working for all types of households, at a range of need. Everyone deserves a clean space, and it would be my pleasure to help maintain your home! Please don't...
Payton can also help with: Dusting, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens & more
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gowen, MI
Mckenzie D.
5.0
Kenzie helped us care for our daughter for 10 months. We had a wonderful experience with her and couldn’t recommend her enough. She was extremely reliable and communicative. But most importantly, she genuinely cared about our daughter and became like family. She came to know our daughter so well and...
- Care member
Katie V.
5.0
Katie is truly a wonderful, invested sitter. I highly recommend her. She is warm and friendly and the kids took to her right away. She is professional and reliable.
- Beth B.
Ashlinn M.
5.0
She is a sweetheart! She takes very good care of kids as I have been with her babysitting. She loves being active with kids and doing fun things! I really recommend her, she is very hard working.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gowen, MI:
How can I find a Gowen babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gowen, 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 Gowen, 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 Gowen, MI?
The average rate for Gowen, MI babysitters on Care.com is $17.90 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 Gowen, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gowen, 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.