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Lydia P.

Craft And Game Master

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I have 11 years of experience having worked with kids and babies of all ages. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I'm outgoing and personal, I love doing and teaching crafts and activities, and getting to know the kiddos individuality and interests. Though I may be fun, I won't have any trepidation enforcing YOUR...

John C. says "Lydia is wonderful! She spent a number of afternoons and evenings with my ten-year-old son this spring. He felt happy and comfortable with her from the...

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A Babysitter That Is Here And Happy To Help! :)

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
For as long as I can remember, I have loved working with kids. I admire their joy, the way their eyes light up, and the love they so graciously give. Recognizing this passion early on, I have gained extensive experience and significant skills in the area of caregiving. In highschool, I was a swim lessons instructor for infants...
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A Babysitter You Can Trust And Your Child Will Love

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, everyone calls me Izzy. I have 12 years of experience, I've been babysitting since I was 12. I love working with kids of all ages. I am more than happy to help with taking the child/children anywhere they need to go, errands, laundry, food making, light housekeeping, helping with school work, and keeping them entertained...
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Responsible, Experienced, Thoughtful Babysitter

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am married and work part time as a clinical social worker at a local children's Hospital. I have mainly worked with children/adolescent population but also have experience working with adults and children. I have consistently babysat for both date nights and long-term scheduled/nanny positions throughout the past 16 years. I...
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Experienced Babysitter Available Part-Time And Some Week Nights

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am a high school math teacher looking to make some extra money during the summer. My fiancé and I recently bought a house and are planning our July 2025 wedding. I am certified to teach 6-12 grade math and health. I have lots of experience working with all ages. I have 5 years of summer camp experience where I was a counselor,...
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Babysitter

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting since I was 12, and love working with children! I have worked as a children's tennis coach for four years, and have experience as a tennis camp counselor. I have spent time teaching Sunday school as well. I am currently working to earn my degree in speech pathology in the hopes to one day work in a school...
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Part-time Babysitter, Nanny

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
lived there for several years before moving to Denver in 2020. I've been babysitting since I was in high school and love taking care of kids. I was a day camp counselor in 2015, and have held many day camp jobs at Country Club. I am currently working in corporate but I am looking to have a side job on the weekends/weekday...
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Summer Babysitter/nanny

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Abby! I am currently in my second year of college at University where I study nursing. I have worked full time for the past four summers either nannying or waitressing. I have been babysitting for several years with some of my positions as a regular date night babysitter for several families and I have also had...
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Experienced & Caring Babysitter Of All Ages

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I've had the privilege of babysitting for more than 10 years now, and I'm hoping to continue that experience here in the Grand Rapids area. At one time I coordinated 16 kids ages 5-14 for a summer youth program in my hometown, so I like to think I can handle just about anything! :)
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Full Or Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have years of experience caring for children from ages 6 months to 7 years old. While caring for the children, my responsibilities were looking out for their well-being, preparing meals, housekeeping, transporting the kids to and from school functions and play dates, and helping with homework. In the past, I have had a family...
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Part Time Babysitter Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a college student that loves interacting with kids. I have been an assistant teacher/ demonstrator at my dance studio for children ages 3-12 for about 6 years. I have been babysitting for family and friends for almost 4 years. I am outgoing, energetic, creative, and fun. I love working with children.
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Go-To Babysitter

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Avalon and I'm an upbeat, outgoing, fun sitter. I work full time as a Marketing Specialist, and coach figure skating as well! I love to cook and read, play with my dog and cat, and in the summer you can find me kayaking and hiking. I have been babysitting for 11 years, for over 65 families, 3 of which I...
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Babysitter And/or Nanny

Grand Rapids, MI

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I have over 10 years of experience with kids ages infants-12+. I have worked with many different families including those with twins and children with various disabilities! I also have experience working at summer camps, Sunday School, dance, a day care, and in schools student teaching. I am just finishing up student...
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Part-time Babysitter Available For Your Needs!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
Hello! I am a self employed woman with free time in my schedule and a love for kids! I was a babysitter from age 12-18, certified in CPR classes, and took care of children from newborns to tweens. I was also a counselor at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp in high school, taking care of middle schoolers in the evenings and watching over...
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Part-Time Babysitter

Grand Rapids, MI

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
I have experience watching kids between the ages 2-9. I enjoy playing games, and art & crafts with kids. I have some experience in helping in a daycare setting. I have experience also caring for Dogs and house sitting.
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Babysitter

Grand Rapids, MI

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$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Before having children of my own, I worked in an Early On program. Our team consisted of a teacher, a speech pathologist, and me, a social worker. I met with families, diagnosing children with ADD. I would create IEP curricula for these children and connect families with resources. I have 3 children and stayed home with them...
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Part To Full Time Babysitter Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have loved interacting and working with kids for as long as I can remember. I have been blessed with three siblings (two of which are younger than me) so that started off my babysitting experiences at a young age. I have worked with a wide variety of ages from newborns to age 14, I am really comfortable working with any...
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Funnest Babysitter Ever

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Babysit for neighbors, family friends, church families, and families through my school's little eagles basketball program. I have loved kids for as long as I can remember and absolutely love hanging out with them and having fun.
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Caring And Active Babysitter In Downtown Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Hi there! My name is Jaime, I'm 22 years old and living in downtown Grand Rapids. I've been babysitting on and off since I was 15, and I really enjoy working with kids of all ages. I love being outdoors, staying active, and keeping kids engaged with fun activities instead of screen time. I'm also an esthetician just starting...
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Fun Babysitter/ Nanny

Grand Rapids, MI

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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi families! I will be going into my senior year at Grand Valley State University and currently looking for a part time position/one time jobs when needed. My availability is Mondays 2-8, Wednesdays 2-8, Thursday 8-5 (can be flexible!) I've worked with children as young as 5 months and as old as 11 years, and I love creating a...
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  • 294 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.17/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Grand Rapids, MI:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Grand 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 295 babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Grand Rapids, MI babysitters on Care.com is $17.17 per hour as of October 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Grand Rapids, 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.

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