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Bia S.

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. For the past eight years, I've had the pleasure of babysitting children aged newborn to teens. I love organization and love helping families organize their homes. I find it incredibly rewarding to support families by providing reliable childcare. I am patient, creative,...
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Monica C.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Nurturing young minds is truly my passion. My journey into childcare began with positive babysitting experiences, solidifying my desire to positively impact children's lives. With 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens and beyond, I bring a patient and friendly approach to every...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello. My name is Susana. I graduated from Western Michigan Univeristy with my bachelor's in Biomedical Science. I plan to start my masters within the year to further my education in biology. I've worked in healthcare, assisted living and with kids on the autism spectrum. I'd describe my personality as patient, observant,...
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Grace K.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! I'm Grace, a 24-year-old graduate student! I attended Wayne State University where I received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in criminal justice. I currently am working towards a Masters of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis with a specialization in ASD. I grew up as the oldest of 5 children and was the...
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Sophie O.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! I'm looking to add some extra hours into my schedule! I am 26 and have 10+ years of nannying and babysitting experience. I have worked with newborns to 13-year-olds, and am comfortable watching multiple children at once. I am free before 8am, after 5pm, and am interested in one time, recurring, and overnight...
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Alexandra P.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
-Regularly babysat 2 boys for several years (from newborn through early elementary) -Interact with and care for nieces and nephews ranging from newborn to 5 years -Involved in several volunteer & outreach programs that provide exposure to children of varying ages and backgrounds (ESL reading tutor, baseball coach for the...
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Gillian L.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I'm passionate about caring for children, and with previous years of experience as a childcare provider, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child. Throughout my journey, I've been fortunate to have positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, which solidified my...
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Julia C.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Julia. I've been babysitting for over 10 years and I have experience with all ages. I've babysat newborns from as young as 2 months, up to teenagers. I was also an au-pair for a year in Germany with 3 children. I have a masters degree and I'm CPR certified. I have reliable transportation and a clean driving...
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Alexandra S.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My four years of babysitting experience have solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families by providing reliable childcare. I'm often told that I'm friendly and approachable. I enjoy sparking creativity through imaginative play and balancing...
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Natalie A.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
15 years experience
For 20 years, I've dedicated myself to providing a safe, stimulating, and loving environment for children of all ages! From babysitting at age 12, volunteering to help in the church nursery, to studying Secondary Education in college, to teaching in Early Education- serving others is my truest passion and teaching children is my...
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Morgan

Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Morgan! I'm a nursing student at GVSU! I have many years of experience babysitting, and I have worked in pediatric out patient offices in the past.
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Asha Y.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My five years of experience working with children aged 1-12+ have been incredibly rewarding. I hold a graduate degree and have always enjoyed incorporating educational games into playtime. I am comfortable caring for up to three children and am very comfortable enforcing...
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Amy M.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Hello there! I am creative, playful, responsible, and empathetic. I'm from Chicago and began my career as an Elementary School teacher where I taught for 3 years. I then nannied full-time for 4 years and spent 8 years in a corporate setting. I am currently getting a Masters in Social Work at GVSU. In my spare time, I like to...
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Alexandria M.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I've always had a passion for nurturing and caring for children. After several wonderful experiences babysitting, I realized that I wanted to make a more significant impact on young lives. My four years of experience as a childcare provider have allowed me to support families and give parents peace of mind. I'm a patient and...
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Camryn M.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$13/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Camryn and I am a 19-year-old college student studying early childhood education and I'm looking for a family to nanny for! I've been babysitting since I was about 12 and just recently worked full time at a day care for a couple months. I'm very trustworthy and great with kids. I grew up with many younger...
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Sharon K.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
a genuine passion for nurturing young minds, I bring a year of experience to childcare. Previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives. I am patient, creative, and friendly, ready to engage your children with outdoor sports, board games, and even some fun technology-based activities. I am...
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Lilly

Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Lilly, and I am a nightshift postpartum nurse! I have a passion for caring for mothers and newborns. I have over four years of nannying experience, and I love dogs. I am BLS and NRP certified. As a compassionate caregiver, I would love to babysit your kiddos on my days off!
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Austin H.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$13/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Austin, I am a early childhood education specialist. I have in the classroom experience with ages from a 6 weeks old up to 8 years old, and other experience in working with ages older. I'm currently going to Grand Rapids community College in pursuit of my associate's degree in child development on top of my...
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Summer Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I have babysat since I was 14 years old. I have four siblings, two younger, two older, so I've grew up in an active house. I have graduated with my Bachelors in Family and Human Services and I am working on my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I currently work with children in foster care as well. I've participated...
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Anna B.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$23/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Anna. My kids are getting older and I am ready to get back to working somewhat full time. I have a lot of babysitting/nannying experience as well as educational experience working as a behavior interventionist at an elementary school, as well as a preschool teacher! In my spare time I love art, cooking, exercise,...
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  • 289 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.20/hr as of November 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 287 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 $17.20 per hour as of November 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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