Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

Log in

Find Babysitters in Jenison, MI

At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked babysitters in Jenison, MI and hire the best fit for your family.

​
Get started

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Hero image

Here are some babysitters in Jenison: 

IllustrationSmallChildCare image
Ashley H.'s Photo

Ashley H.

Jenison, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 1 year of experience babysitting, and I also served as a camp counselor. I love working with kids of all ages and building relationships with them. I attended school at Grace Christian University, and I graduated in 2022 with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I am hard-working and patient with kids, and I have a...

Shelby K. says "We hired Ashley to watch our 4 year old son after his regular babysitter had to cancel last second and I posted on here with about 24 hours notice. I...

See profile
Ashleigh B.'s Photo

Ashleigh B.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Jenison, MI

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am 27 years old and have several years of experience with children of all ages. I have four brothers. I have watched my younger siblings and their children over the years. I started volunteering in the church nurseries at a young age, and that's when I knew I wanted to care for children as my career. I've had several years of...

Kelli C. says "We interviewed this caregiver and hired her to start babysitting for our family. She cancelled on us twice - on relatively short notice. We ended up...

See profile
Madison M.'s Photo

Madison M.

Full Time Babysitter

Jenison, MI

from
$26/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! I am an experienced nanny who is looking to find a long term position where I can nourish and support the entire family unit. I am passionate about the health and wellness of the body, mind and soul. I love physical activity, trying new things, and being outside. Over the years, I have developed a skill set for a...
See profile
Michelle R.'s Photo

Michelle R.

Jenison, MI

from
$11/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Children have always been a passion of mine. I have a younger brother and family friends and relatives and would never hesitate to call me his second mother. I have had many babysitting jobs within my community at home and the Grand Rapids community. I have also worked in many school settings and have taken many education...
See profile
Lauren E.'s Photo

Lauren E.

Jenison, MI

from
$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Lauren! I am a graduate from CCHS! I work in a nursing home as a dietary aid and a recreational therapist assistant, so I work with those with dementia and get to plan activities and games for them to keep them occupied! I love my job, but have always wanted to work with kids! I love to be outside! I am very kind,...
See profile
Lilly R.'s Photo

Lilly R.

Jenison, MI

from
$14/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Lilly and i'm currently attending Ferris State. I will be home for the summer starting may 3 and am looking for a babysitting/nanny job! I have been babysitting since I was 11 and have experience with newborns to kids up to age 13. I have younger siblings/cousins that I grew up babysitting along with neighbors...
See profile
Zoe T.'s Photo

Zoe T.

Jenison, MI

from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Zoe, I'm 21 years old and I'm a nurturing and responsible caregiver. I have over 4 years of babysitting experience and 3 years working in a school daycare setting. I've had the joy of caring for children from newborns through first grade, supporting their development with patience, creativity, and attention to...
See profile
Carley W.'s Photo

Carley W.

Jenison, MI

from
$16/hr
5 years experience
I'm a nurturing and skilled childcare professional with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a safe, reliable, and stimulating environment for children to grow and learn. I'm known for my patience, warmth, and ability to connect with children on an...
See profile
Viki B.'s Photo

Viki B.

Jenison, MI

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I have a passion and have been blessed with a gift of relating and understanding children. I have a degree in child development and family studies from Western Michigan University. I ran a childcare out of my home for 15 years and was employed at Jenison Christian elementary for 2 years. I love teaching children, watching the...
See profile
Megan L.'s Photo

Megan L.

Jenison, MI

from
$11/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am well versed in childcare and have several reputable contacts. I would like to help out , enjoy kids keeping me energetic, and it helps me structure my schedule to have more going on. I work full time as a realtor around west Michigan. I also have my masters in Social work which helps me empathize & have patients...
See profile
Haley A.'s Photo

Haley A.

Jenison, MI

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
I'm a passionate childcare provider with over 3 years of experience. My love for children and desire to make a positive impact on their lives led me to this fulfilling career. I believe in fostering children's growth and development while providing reliable support for families. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I...
See profile
Geraldine C.'s Photo

Geraldine C.

Jenison, MI

from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a nanny with five years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them. My own experience as a mom of two toddler boys has taught me the importance of finding a great caregiver who takes the best possible care of a child and would want the same in return for my...
See profile
Abigail M.'s Photo

Abigail M.

Fun Babysitter And Responsible Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hi! I am a reliable, creative and fun 25-year-old college graduate with 10 years of babysitting and nannying experience.

Christina L. says "Abby was wonderful and we hoped we could keep her as our nanny. But we understand the importance of schooling. Abby will always be welcome here and we...

See profile
Julia M.'s Photo

Julia M.

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Lisa R. says "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...

See profile
Jessalynn O.'s Photo

Jessalynn O.

Part-time And Full-time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Jennifer C. says "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...

See profile
Samantha C.'s Photo

Samantha C.

Reliable And Trustworthy Nanny/Sitter

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
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...

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

See profile
Arielle F.'s Photo

Arielle F.

Child Care

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
carpooling
Hi, I'm Arielle! I'm 28 years old and from Spring Lake, MI, with over 12 years of experience as a nanny and babysitter. I specialize in home management, personal assistant tasks, and meal preparation, helping families stay organized and manage daily routines. Whether it's meal planning, running errands, or keeping everything in...

Care Member says "Arielle has nannied for our son for two summers. He loves her! She is personable, polite, gentle, and fun-loving. She took him on hikes and to...

See profile
Kenzie S.'s Photo

Kenzie S.

Part-time/ As Needed Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
from
$5/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello. My name is MacKenzie. I'm married and live in Walker, MI. I have a lot of experience with children. I am one of 10 Children and have 3 children of my own. I also have experience taking care of animals and the elderly. I am looking for a few jobs to do as needed on the side. Please feel free to contact me with any...

Cindy D. says "Kenzie was a caregiver for our son two days a week last spring semester when he was 17-20 months old. It was very obvious that our son took to her and...

See profile
Karlee W.'s Photo

Karlee W.

Hudsonville, MI

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Karlee and I am 20. I'm a sophomore at Michigan State where I'm working towards two degrees: psychology and dietetics. Right now i'm looking for families who need occasional/date night care or someone to babysit on thursdays or fridays! I've been babysitting for about 7 years and have experience with children 3...

Jesse M. says "Karlee was amazing ! Timely, communicative, and very sweet! Totally recommend hiring her to help your family 🥰"

See profile
Alyssa M.'s Photo

Alyssa M.

Responsible And Fun Baby Sitter

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been baby sitting since I was 16 years old. I have worked back home at a day care for the past four years. I have taken care of infants, toddlers, pre-schoolers, and school-age kids. I am very responsible and I love children. I am currently a Senior at Grand Valley State University and I am majoring in Special Education....

Care Member says "Alyssa was a wonderful sitter for our two boys. She is very kind and genuine. I felt comfortable the moment I met her. She always took great care of our...

See profile

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.42/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Jenison, MI

Babysitters in Jenison, MI are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Ashley H.

We hired Ashley to watch our 4 year old son after his regular babysitter had to cancel last second and I posted on here with about 24 hours...

- Shelby K.

Ashleigh B.

We interviewed this caregiver and hired her to start babysitting for our family. She cancelled on us twice - on relatively short notice....

- Kelli C.

Abigail M.

Abby was wonderful and we hoped we could keep her as our nanny. But we understand the importance of schooling. Abby will always be welcome...

- Christina L.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Jenison, MI:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Jenison, 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 12 babysitters in Jenison, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. 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 Jenison, MI babysitters on Care.com is $16.42 per hour as of June 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 Jenison, 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.

Babysitter Articles

‘Pick-a-card adventures’ are the latest kids activity trend on TikTok

‘Pick-a-card adventures’ are the latest kids activity trend on TikTok

June 16, 2025 - Between busy school days and extracurricular activities, it’s not always easy for parents and caregivers to find quality time to spend with kids. That&...

Restaurants where kids eat free (or super cheap)

Restaurants where kids eat free (or super cheap)

June 9, 2025 - After a long workday or busy weekend, sometimes the prospect of cooking for the whole family (and especially cleaning up) just sounds exhausting. But going o...

Juneteenth for kids: How to explain and celebrate this important holiday

Juneteenth for kids: How to explain and celebrate this important holiday

June 9, 2025 -

Additional Babysitter Services

  • Babysitters in Grandville, MI
  • Babysitters in Hudsonville, MI
  • Babysitters in Allendale, MI
  • Babysitters in Wyoming, MI
  • Babysitters in Marne, MI
  • Babysitters in Zeeland, MI
  • Babysitters in Byron Center, MI
  • Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI
  • Babysitters in Coopersville, MI
  • Babysitters in Comstock Park, MI
  • Babysitters in Dorr, MI