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Caitlin B.

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, new to nannying but would love a chance to get into this field of work. Willing to be a full time nanny.
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I Love Kids Kids Love Me

Grand Rapids, MI

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$13/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello my name is Samantha, I'm 21 a Nursing Student at Grand Rapids Community college, I am a certified nursing assistant, I've worked at Pilgrim Manor as for residential care and as a camp counselor this past summer, feel free to reach out thank you.
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Audrey S.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a 42-year-old wife and mother to two children (ages 12 and 10) and have a Master's degree in Social Work from Michigan State University. With over 5 years of experience working professionally with children and families, and over 20 years of experience in childcare, I am hoping to find a family to work with in providing care...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I've worked with kids since I was a teenager. I love tutoring and teaching. Working with kids is my passion and I enjoy playing and taking care of them.
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Anabelle W.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I've always had a passion for caring for children and helping them learn and grow. With two years of experience as a childcare provider, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your little ones. My calm and patient nature, combined with my creativity and imagination, allows...
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Part-time Nanny

Grand Rapids, MI

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have babysat for multiple families now and have been a consistent go to for date nights for those people as well! I was also able to nanny my niece as she grew up and learned a lot about taking care of an infant/toddler! I also nannied for a 2-year-old for a few months! Over the years I've gained a lot of experience and my...
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Hello!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Sabina. I have worked and have been around kids for years. I started nannying kids when I was about 12 years old. I watched a family of 4 children and watched them grow up for about 4 years. I then was a nanny for a family of 3 (ages 4-8 when I was 16 years old). I then went on later in my life to work in foster...
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Bradie N.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
My experience with kids: Growing up, my grandma owned a daycare and after years of going there, once I was old enough, I started helping her with the smaller children here and there. Eventually in middle school I was able to do paid work for her, watching the children while they eat, put the kids down for nap time, make sure...
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Janae C.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$5/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I come from a very large family, so that's plenty of experiences with children, whether I'm with only 1 or 10! I love caring for children because they keep me active and I enjoy playing with them along with educating them. I'm also a supervisor at a youth development center.
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Maiya K.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as energetic, caring, and logical. I like working with kids because seeing them in joy makes me really happy, and I care about kids being safe and happy. I'm looking for a job that will provide me with the supplemental income I need for college, while giving me experience. I started working with...
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Part Of Your Family

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I'm Ms. Eena, an experienced educator, caregiver, and mentor with over 15 years of experience working with children of all ages. I hold a graduate degree in educational leadership, experience with the Montessori method, I'm certified in First Aid, CPR, and swimming instruction. I have extensive experience with infants, children...
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Empathetic Caretaker

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Taylor and I love caring for others of all ages! I am currently going to school part time to pursue my dream job of being an elementary school teacher. Both of my classes are online, so my work schedule is extremely flexible! Growing up I often babysat my younger brother who has type 1 diabetes. Since diabetes is...
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Nicole S.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
As a creative and friendly caregiver, I am ready to make a difference in your child's life. With three years of experience as a certified teacher, and 2 years as a nanny. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational games that promote learning. Communication is key, so I will provide regular updates via text or...
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Active And Outgoing Family Sitter!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi Families! I am a premed student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from Grand Rapids, MI here for summer classes. I have always had a passion for kids and am pursuing my education with hopes of becoming a pediatrician someday. My favorite place to be is outside and I intend to be an active and engaging sitter...
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Olivia V.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I've been caring for children for over 5 years, and I can confidently say that it's my passion! I'm patient, calm, and always creative when it comes to keeping little ones entertained and engaged. I enjoy playing outdoor sports and physical games, as well as board games and puzzles. I also love incorporating educational games...
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Extremely Active, Athletic, And FUN Sitter!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a former collegiate athlete (soccer) and coach for younger premier athletes and have always been passionate about working with kids and helping to develop personalities and interests! I have four years of experience working in special needs classes and five years of experience working as a sitter/nanny for all ages and have...
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Mikayla Z.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Mikayla and I am a certified special education teacher. While I am on summer break I would love to work with elementary-middle aged children. Although, working with elementary-middle school aged children is my expertise I do have experience with babies, toddlers, high school students as well as adults and children...
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Breanna T.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
Hi, I'm 28 years old with about 10 years of childcare experience and 4 years of professional pet care experience. I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for kids, and I also love caring for pets of all sizes and personalities. With my background, families can count on me to be dependable, attentive,...
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Saniy S.'s Photo

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I'm Saniy. I am 20 years old and was adopted when I was just 2 years old, so I can state with certainty that I know what it's like to care for someone who isn't related by blood. I adore how this shaped me into a more devoted family woman than I ever could have imagined. I have been helping my mother run an at-home day...
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Home Cook

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Ava, and I'm a 22-year-old Michigan State student studying dietetics. Over the past four years, I've loved working as a nanny, but I wanted to find additional ways to support families. That's why I've combined my passion for cooking and health to start a home meal service designed to make weekdays less...
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  • 289 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.13/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 289 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 $17.13 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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