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308 babysitters are listed in Grand Rapids, MI

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI

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Sarah D.


Grand Rapids, MI

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Only Babysitter

5.0

(3)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Sarah! Working with children has always been a passion of mine, so I went on to study Early Childhood Education at Cornerstone University. Upon graduation, I worked as a lead teacher in a 12-18 month daycare classroom before becoming a professional nanny. I have a decade of lifeguarding experience, so I take water...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"We felt that our 5 month old was in excellent hands with Sarah on our night out while on vacation. She was punctual, professional and highly qualified to care for our infant. We absolutely recommend her!"

Peter B.

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Alissa E.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I have been working in child care since I was 13 years old. I have worked with all ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I have spent a lot of time working with special needs children too. I am currently a resident at Nemours Children's Hospital and I enjoy babysitting in my free time. I'd be a great fit if you were looking...
Alissa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!"

Sarah R.

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Ciana D.


Grand Rapids, MI

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I am friendly and passionate 23-year-old Certified Nursing Assistant I love being able to communicate and have fun with people . I have worked in multiple different settings I am always open to side jobs. I do have a learning disability but I don't let that stop me!! I even have 25-35 nieces and nephews all together. Look...
Ciana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ciana made herself available, on a last minute request, to watch our 5 year old daughter on a Sunday afternoon. She is the first, outside of family/close friends, to watch our daughter. She made us feel very comfortable by allowing us to get to know her before we...

Mandy L.

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Mary B.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Montessori Teacher

Hi, So happy to have the opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Mary, I am a 25+ year Montessori Certified Early Childhood teacher/nanny. I have had the privilege to work with many children and families in private homes, as well as over 10 with Grand Rapids Public Schools Montessori Children's House program! Having...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Mary is loyal and a dependable person! You put the children's best interest first and shows them respect!"

Kristen S.

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Samantha C.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Reliable And Trustworthy Nanny/Sitter

Hi! I'm an experienced nanny/babysitter looking for work in the Grand Rapids area. I have 8 years of experience Working with three different families. I have worked with kids ages newborn to 12 years old. Kids love me because I'm fun, respectful, caring, and responsible. They will feel safe with me and safety is my number one...
5.0
"Sam is punctual, reliable and dependable. We will definitely be hiring her again!"

Jeffrey K.

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Jessalynn O.


Grand Rapids, MI

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time And Full-time Caregiver

I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...
Jessalynn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and...

Jennifer C.

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Julia M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Julia! I am an avid reader and love the outdoors. When I babysit my favorite activities (weather dependent) is taking the kiddos outside to the beach, library, or park! If the weather is cold or does not support inside activities my second plan is cooking, playing, or crafting! There is always something creative and...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Julia is awesome and if she hadn't already accepted a full time job, I would be begging her to be my permanent home helper. She's great with the kids and making my home life easier."

Lisa R.

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Alicianna M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Worked with kids Newborn - 12 Years.. I have Experience babysitting/nannying for about 6+ years and looking to make it more of a profession for the time being. I have experience in a in-home daycare. Im in college at GRCC for child psychology. I'm 21 years old and the oldest of 6 siblings and 2nd oldest of approx. 17...
Alicianna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alicianna was fantastic! She is dependable, energetic, flexible, and punctual. My children adored her and requested she moved with us when we relocated!! Hands down, I would re-hire Alicianna! She is the Best!!"

Stacey M.

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Catalina H.


Grand Rapids, MI

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I just moved to the area and looking to Nanny, babysit, pet sit or elder sit! I graduated with my LPN and have been babysitting since I was 13 years old watching all ages. I've worked at a nursing home for two years and loved every minute. I worked at a group home for troubled youth in the system for two years and loved that job...
Catalina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Cat worked with our adult daughter who has special needs for a few months after she moved into her own house. Cat was wonderful with her. She was kind, intelligent, motivated, hard working, dependable and our daughter loved hanging out with Cat. I highly recommend...

Charles D.

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Emilee P.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Crafty Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I often babysit my 5 younger siblings and have for the last 5 years -who's ages are 3, 7, 9, 12, and 15- and I had a summer babysitting job for a 4 and 6-year-old. I am calm in a crisis due to one of my siblings having a severe milk allergy and another one having seizures. I have a permit to drive and will be getting my license...
Emilee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Emilee is a very mature responsible sweet young lady an more then able to care for your children. She has gained many years experience with being the oldest of six siblings including one that has severe allergies. She has been caring for her siblings all her life...

Barbara S.

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Helen F.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Looking For A Full Time Or Part Time Nanny Position.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have +7 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages. I speak Portuguese and English fluently, intermediate Spanish. Certifications: -CPR/ First Aid -Child behavior, development -Child care health and safety -Healthy cooking for kids -Infancy and the First Two years. -psychology of education -Newborn sleeping...
Helen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Helen was wonderful with our 6 month old baby even when he was having a bad day. Would definitely hire her again and would recommend her! "

Anders C.

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Jessica A.


Grand Rapids, MI

$10-50/hr9 yrs exp

Jessica!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as adaptable, bubbly and driven! I like working with kids because they make me feel like a kid again. I love using my imagination with them and being able to see the world through their eyes a bit. I started working with kids when I was very young. I grew up as the oldest sister and have always...
5.0
"Jessica was so good with my daughter. Even prior to meeting, she did a video call to answer any questions or concerns. She sent updates on my daughter through the night while she watched her. I would definitely recommend her, and hire her again! She was a pleasure...

Reema P.

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Samantha S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!

Hello perspective family! I have a bachelors in hospitality management and business from the University of Alabama and just recently got married and moved to Grand Rapids:) I have had many experiences babysitting, pet sitting and house sitting and would be more than happy to provide references upon request for you! A little...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is great! Very kind very friendly a great friend even years later!"

Alexis P.

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Sarah O.


Grand Rapids, MI

$17-18/hr4 yrs exp

Patient, And Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Thank you for reading my profile! I am a patient, affectionate, fun and reliable person with 4 years of experience in babysitting. I am also a mum and an aunt to 6 nieces and nephews whom I've had the experience of taking care of tutoring, storytelling, teaching art and cursive writing! I genuinely love kids, and enjoy seeing...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Caring happy person who is good with children. My now 16 month son was quite comfortable. My 9 year old nephew thought she was a friend. Highly recommended!"

Joyce A.

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Madelyn A.


Grand Rapids, MI

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Positive Teacher That Loves All Age Groups

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Madelyn, and I am a 2nd Grade Teacher. I have been teaching for the past 4 years and absolutely love what I do. I am looking for a part-time job this summer. I grew up babysitting 3 different families. Each family was unique with different needs. I have cared for infants, toddlers, and school aged kids. It was a...
Madelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We couldn't have asked for a better nanny with Madelyn. She worked fantastically with our son and did many small chores around the home as well. We rarely needed to explain much as she was very observant and caught on quickly. We will miss her as our nanny!"

Alex W.

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Amanda G.


Grand Rapids, MI

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Over 10+ Years Experience, Energetic Professional Ready To Entertain Your Child/Children & Or Pets!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Amanda & I'd love to apply for your position. I took a babysitter course through our local hospital where I worked as a nurse assistant. I have lots of childcare experience from the age of 14. I've cared for infants to pre-teens, including children on the spectrum or with seizure disorders. (My ex-husband had...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at work, sending us pictures & texts frequently to always...

Sarah D.

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Mariah M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hello! My name is Mariah and I am 23 years old. I have 4 years of babysitting experience with ages ranging from newborn- teen. I would love to get to know a family and help their little grow/thrive in all aspects of life. Here are some of my favorite qualities about myself: I am trustworthy, nurturing, fun, creative, patient,...
Mariah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Thank you for taking such great care of my home. I have been very pleased with your service and I am so thankful jamie selected you to clean for us! Mariah did an awesome job, she can clean better than I do! I feel like my house is brand new again! Thank you!"

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Codibrianne G.


Grand Rapids, MI

$21-26/hr7 yrs exp

Child Caregiver

Hello! Thank you in advance to taking the time to read a little bit about me! Childcare Working History: I have been a nanny & babysitter since I was 15. Through high school I worked summers, and occasionally through the school year for a family of 3, until they got old enough after I graduated. I then worked for a family of 2...
Codibrianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Codi is very dependable and we have enjoyed having her watch our children. She is great with the boys, fun, energetic, yet able to enforce rules if necessary. We are truly lucky to have Codi help us out!"

Jill K.

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Adelaide M.


Grand Rapids, MI

$18-22/hr9 yrs exp

Adelaide From Allendale, MI

4.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello :) I'm Adelaide, a full-time Social Work student in the evenings with a special interest in psychology and early childhood development, as well as an engaging, creative, and patient babysitter/nanny with over 9 years of experience with caring for children with ages ranging from infants to elementary schoolers. I have...
Adelaide can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
4.0
"Miss Addy was a nanny for our family and watched our 2 children (ages 2 and 4) for about a year. My children loved her and waited for her every morning at the window. She helped our 2 year old with counting, shapes and colors. She encouraged the kids to use their...

Marrin D.

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Angelica S.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Child Care/ Other Assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a middle child of nine, I grew up in a house full of little ones. I had regular babysitting jobs through high school and college. A graduate of Michian State University, I am passionate about Theatre and other arts, vegetable gardening, and social justice. I love hanging out with kiddos, being outside, and playing games. I...
Angelica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Grand Rapids, MI

Sarah D.

5.0

We felt that our 5 month old was in excellent hands with Sarah on our night out while on vacation. She was punctual, professional and highly qualified to care for our infant. We absolutely recommend her!

- Peter B.

Alissa E.

5.0

She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!

- Sarah R.

Ciana D.

5.0

Ciana made herself available, on a last minute request, to watch our 5 year old daughter on a Sunday afternoon. She is the first, outside of family/close friends, to watch our daughter. She made us feel very comfortable by allowing us to get to know her before we left and kept in contact with us,...

- Mandy L.

Mary B.

5.0

Mary has the wonderful gift of being able to communicate with children at their level. She worked as a teaching assistant in my Montessori classroom for nine years. Our students and parents LOVED Ms. Mary. She is kind, understanding, and knows how to find ways to reach all children. I valued her...

- Kathy F.

Samantha C.

5.0

Sam is punctual, reliable and dependable. We will definitely be hiring her again!

- Jeffrey K.

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Average Rating4.8 / 5

Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 85 reviews of the 308 listed babysitters.