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60 babysitters are listed in Highland Park, MI
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Highland Park, MI
5.0
(1)
Nurture and care for children while parents are at work or school.
Supervise older children before and after school.
Provide nutritious meals.
Wipe hands and mouth before and after meals.
Perform good hand-washing techniques for disease and infection control.
Organize activities and implement curricula that stimulate children's...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Madison is a great nanny! She loves my baby as if it was her baby. Madison is very a skilled nanny, she knows how to calm & comfort babies she also is very engaged with the children she plays with the babies, sings, puts on little plays, dance, EVERYTHING!! Overall...
Brooklyn C.
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Katie and I am going into my fourth year of teaching 1st grade and I have been nannying and babysitting for over 10 years. I have been working as a private tutor with ages k-12 for 3 years. I also dog/pet sit! I am an aunt to my amazing nephew with a new nephew or niece on the way!
Other past work experience:
I...
Katharine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie is a dream nanny - reliable, instructive, fun, and loving. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a graduate student at Metropolitan State University of Denver, pursuing a Master's of Social Work. I plan to become a licensed clinical social worker and provide therapy to children and young adults. Currently, my week days are pretty booked, but I do have availability on weekends- especially evenings if...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley nannied for my 3 children for a summer and did a wonderful job. She then continued to babysit for us after our 4th child was born. She was punctual and our kids loved her!"
Elizabeth L.
Jennifer V.
Grosse Pointe, MI
$15-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Jennifer. I am currently a PhD student at Oakland University. I have two 10-year-old nephews and a 5-year-old niece. I am very active in their lives and love spending time with them! I have a significant amount of experience babysitting infants and children. I am updated on my vaccines. I have my own car and I am...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Jennifer has been watching our ten year old son since he was a baby and he’s loved her from the beginning. She does an amazing job looking after him and keeping him entertained! I would strongly recommend her as a sitter l! She’s wonderful! "
Care member
4.5
(21)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I love working with kids because they are fun, & spontaneous, Full of love and are amazing to be around.
My pay rate starts at $22 hourly.
In my spare time, I like to read, go shopping, and workout. My favorite books to read are mostly religious texts.
A few things you should know about me is I'm very caring, humble, and...
Malaya can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Malaya has become apart of the our family. She has watched our 2 kids multiple times, even while we took a quick get away to Mexico. We absolutely adore Ms. Mayala. "
April R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a dog walker for 6 years and I have a dog of my own. I love pets and can give them baths. I love pets.
Karen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Skyla! I graduated from Western Michigan University in Spring 2022 with a degree in Family Studies/ Child and Family Development. I currently am attending University to get my Masters of Social Work. I have always loved working with kids! I've been a teacher, a nanny, and an after school student success...
Skyla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Skyla is an amazing person and a fantastic nanny. She fit right into our family. She was attentive to our daughter's needs. She provided nurturing care and fun activities. She prepared well balanced meals for our daughter. Trustworthy. Kind. Stopped working...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Tenaisia and I'm in my junior year of college at Michigan State University so I can help out with just about all homework for any ages and if not me I can connect with someone who can I participated in activities such as robotics and dance and also did some environmental engineering community service so I am super...
Tenaisia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Tenaisia is very responsible and reliable. I asked her to help me last minute when my babysitter was not available. She changed her schedule to accommodate me. She was excellent with my 7 and 14 year old sons and was able to set limits. She is fun also and has a...
Lisa L.
Rachel R.
Madison Heights, MI
$28-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
When the opportunity opened up in California, I have been involved in cooking balanced meals for two environmental lawyers and their family. I took that position and moved to California. I enjoyed working for this family for three years as their private chef. I also helped with transportation to and from activities and...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel is really great! She worked for me for 3 years, taking care of me and the house. I really appreciate everything she has done for me. You would be lucky to have her."
Jeffrey B.
Adrianna V.
Harper Woods, MI
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! Currently I am a 22-year-old senior at Eastern Michigan University studying environmental science. I have been babysitting since freshman year in high school and have taken a babysitting and CPR course. I have babysat ages as young as 3 months-old to 15 years old. I have also tutored ages from 6-13 in various subjects...
3.0
"Seems like a very nice girls and that she would be great with kids. I just wish she'd have been more upfront about her availability and hours expectations, instead of interviewing for almost a month only to decline. Best of luck! I think she'd be great with kids...
Alissa K.
5.0
(4)
Hi, My name is Dionna I am 24. I am a college graduate from Eastern Michigan University I have a bachelor's in Social Work! I am currently a Middle School Teacher at a Charter School in Harper Woods, Michigan. I have experience in teaching Math, Technology, and English! I have professional references from professors, staff at a...
Dionna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dionna was the best babysitter for my daughter. I loved their connection and fun time. She was very careful, loving, and fun with her. Me being a new mommy, Dionna has taught me so much especially with teething. I definitely recommend Dionna."
Cierra W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Allison and I am 24 years old and looking for some babysitting jobs while I am home for the next 5 months. willing to travel.
My experience:
- I have been babysitting/nannying since for 10 years from ages 4 months - 13 years
- I spend my summers in Montana working in the children's program of a dude ranch with...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allie was absolutely wonderful and our daughter ADORED her. We miss her greatly and would recommend her to anyone!"
Jackie C.
Tabatha K.
Royal Oak, MI
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Tabatha and I am a Speech Language Pathologist with an endorsed teaching certificate I have worked in an elementary school for 14 years.
5.0
"We hired her during the summer for babysitting. She is punctual, kind, reliable, and highly qualified."
Tanjee O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified teacher and currently teach 7th and 8th grade Science. I am able to assist with virtual school assignments in all subjects and grades, although I do specialize in science.
5.0
"Cameron is helping my 13 yo son with his online assignments, and with navigating google classroom which was new to us. She also works as a teacher so she's very aware of the current challenges with the (COVID) home schooling model. She's very dependable and...
Christine R.
Laura D.
Detroit, MI
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Medical Student With Flexible Availability Looking To Help With Your Childcare!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Laura and I am a current medical student looking to pick up some babysitting jobs. My schedule is flexible with availability throughout the day. I have several years of experience working with children through both babysitting and teaching swim lessons. I am comfortable with all ages but have worked primarily...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laura was so fabulous in helping us out for a last-minute booking, even with some technical difficulties! Super responsive, punctual, and our son was all smiles when I came back home!"
Ronald C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Subay'ah. I'm looking to be a full time Nanny. I'm okay with babysitting for a few families to fill up my schedule. I'm very patient and adore working with children. I'm confident in providing routines, cooking/ meal prepping, organizing activities, helping with homework and bed/bath time. I do have a 5-year-old...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is reliable and communicative. She took great care of our little one!"
Abigail B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Kara.
A 38-year-old wife & mother. Besides caring for my own children, I've assisted in an in-home licensed facility for 2 years. The children varied in ages from infancy through about age 6. I am a holistically trained postpartum doula & love assisting mothers/parents in their parenting journey. (Laundry, cleaning,...
Kara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kara was amazing. She has a kindness about her, she really does care. She was so great with my little guy, I knew he was in great hands. She is flexible which was great for our family, whether it be helping around the house, coming with me to doctors appointments,...
Maria G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
10+ years of experience babysitting children
CPR certified since 2018
Past work experience at KinderCare Learning Center (2 years) working with children ages 3 months-12 years old
Current 7/8th grade History teacher
Theresa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Theresa was great with our 3 kids! She arrived right on time and immediately engaged with each of them. She handled meal time and clean up with ease, entertained them inside because of the rainy weather, and tucked them in bed. She checked in to let us know how...
Erica L.
Karen W.
Detroit, MI
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Karen and I am 56 years of age. I am a very hard worker, very energetic and very reliable. I have five girls of my own of which one I adopted at the age of 9 years old who is now 29 years of age. It was a very challenging journey being a single parent but with the help of God, I was blessed. I was also a foster mom...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karen is a very caring person. She loves to take care of people and loves to work."
Kemoye K.
Layla O.
Dearborn, MI
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Layla. I love working with kids and I have an experience of taking care of kids age between newborn and five years old. If you need any other information about me, please don`t hesitate, call me. I hope that my job may be a mutual benefit for both of us. Layla
Layla can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I felt like I could trust her with my daughter right away. She kept her busy with arts and crafts and music, which my daughter enjoyed and she still asks about her."
Dena N.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Highland Park, MI
Madison P.
5.0
Madison is a great nanny! She loves my baby as if it was her baby. Madison is very a skilled nanny, she knows how to calm & comfort babies she also is very engaged with the children she plays with the babies, sings, puts on little plays, dance, EVERYTHING!! Overall madison is a great person very...
- Brooklyn C.
Katharine J.
5.0
Katie is a dream nanny - reliable, instructive, fun, and loving.
- Care member
Ashley N.
5.0
Ashley nannied for my 3 children for a summer and did a wonderful job. She then continued to babysit for us after our 4th child was born. She was punctual and our kids loved her!
- Elizabeth L.
Jennifer V.
5.0
Jennifer has been watching our ten year old son since he was a baby and he’s loved her from the beginning. She does an amazing job looking after him and keeping him entertained! I would strongly recommend her as a sitter l! She’s wonderful!
- Care member
Malaya H.
5.0
Malaya has become apart of the our family. She has watched our 2 kids multiple times, even while we took a quick get away to Mexico. We absolutely adore Ms. Mayala.
- April R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Highland Park, MI:
How can I find a Highland Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Highland Park, 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 9 babysitters in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, MI?
The average rate for Highland Park, MI babysitters on Care.com is $18.56 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 Highland Park, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Highland Park, 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.