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Babysitters in Lake Leelanau, MI

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Lisa W.


Lake Leelanau, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Family Care Provider Available

After training as a birth/postpartum doula, my focus shifted to holistic health coaching and wellness for families. I also have a degree in culinary arts so food and nutrition has always been a passion of mine My other past experience includes working for 2 years as a live-in nanny for 2 kids in Seattle (boy 11 and girl 9) My...
Lisa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lisa W.


Lake Leelanau, MI

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Occasional, Daily Or Overnight Pet/house/plant Sitter

As an experienced pet, house, and plant sitter, I can provide both daily and overnight care in your own home. Responsible, caring and trustworthy I truly enjoy the company of pets and I look forward to providing you peace of mind and the utmost in care for you and your furry family members!
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I am not a professional housekeeper, but I have lots of experience with cleaning and care giving. I care for and clean for my grandmother who had a stroke 3 years ago and lives at home with 24 hour care and is unable to clean for herself. My duties include cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming, dusting, floors, changing sheets, laundry,...
Lisa can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
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Bailey S.


Cedar, MI

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Pet Sitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My Name is Bailey and I have had many years of babysitting experience from the ages of 5months old to 10 years old. I absolutely love kids and animals. I've also had experience pet sitting from fish to horses and other live stock. I have 3 dogs of my own and 4 Guinea pigs, I work full time at a Veterinary Hospital but am always...
Bailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"We hired Bailey for a date night sitter and she was punctual, courteous, and fun for our two kids (6 months and 2 years). We were impressed by her ability to handle our 2 year old's tantrum."

Angela H.

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Molly K.


Suttons Bay, MI

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Smile Maker

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Molly, currently I'm looking to be of help either part time or full time depending on the needs. I am a senior at EMU and would love to be able to help out anytime I am free!!
Molly can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Kids enjoyed having Molly watch them for the day. Was on time. Would recommend."

Chelsea L.

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Brittney C.


Cedar, MI

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

*Currently Booked For Summer 2023 Full Time Jobs*

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*Currently booked for summer 2023 full time jobs. Feel free to reach out about one-time jobs* Hi! My name is Brittney. I am a graduate from the University of Michigan who will be spending my last summer in Northern Michigan before leaving to attend medical school. I worked as a nursing assistant for over a year and therefore...
Brittney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Brittney was fabulous! She was a great communicator, flexible, on time and lovely. She was fantastic with the kids and I would recommend her 100%. She is the BEST!"

Macklin R.

I have not had any experience in senior care, I have experience in babysitting and animal care but growing up in a very close family my grandpa and great grandma needed care and I would help out with what I could. I'm a very caring, patient person and a quick learner for any of their needs.
Bailey can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
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Anna H.


Leland, MI

$25/hr3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as joyful, dedicated, and nurturing. I love meeting people who make a lasting impression on you and I hope to do that same for others with a caring heart. I like working with kids because they remind of the simplicity of life. Kids appreciate all the little moments that many of us forget. They see...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Karen K.


Lake Ann, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Reliable Care For People And Their Pets And/or Livestock

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

After over 30 years of employment as a paralegal in law offices, I am now able to spend my days earning money by using my education, employment and life experience to provide comfort, companionship and support to humans of all ages and their guardians and loved-ones. I have, of course, lots of babysitting and pet-sitting...
Karen can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I loved having Karen watch my kids! I could tell they were happy and well taken care of when I returned home. She also took great care of our dog while we were out. He was happy, too! Having Karen watch your kids is like having a bonus grandma around. Highly...

Christina D.

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Courtney W.


Traverse City, MI

$18-32/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Nanny, Former EMT/CPR Instructor, U Of M Graduate, And Current SAHM

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

My philosophy is that I'm helping you raise your children, not just providing care. I started babysitting over 25 years ago and have been happily involved in childcare- in various capacities- ever since. I have spent 12+ years nannying, both before and after having my boys. They are 2. 5 and 4 and will sometimes accompany me,...
Courtney can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"My daughter & I are so happy to have found Courtney."

Melissa B.

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Morgan M.


Traverse City, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love kids and have been helping care for them for as long as I can remember. I was a direct care worker in a group home, working with adults who have special needs while in college. I have also nannied for a few different families amongst various recreation and office jobs. I look forward to meeting you and would really love...
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Morgan was an amazing baby sitter and we could not be any more happier. Our child absolutely loves her. She was very gently with our infant and always took great care and she made sure it was her highest priority. She always goes the extra mile to make sure she...

Atheesh S.

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Karen K.


Lake Ann, MI

$10-35/hr10 yrs exp

Back Up Fur-Baby Mama

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love animals of all kinds. I have a particular soft spot for pit bulls but welcome new friends of any size, color or breed. I am happy to play or walk if the dog is young and/or energetic, or just go out to potty and then sit quietly for companionship. I am also very cat friendly, respecting the boundaries set by the cat,...
Karen can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Karen watched my cat Leo while i was gone for a week on a family vacation. There were no problems and she came over and stayed and played with him instead of just feeding him and leaving. It was nice having someone i could trust to watch him."

Beth R.

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Shelby F.


Traverse City, MI

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Shelby I am the owner of a small cleaning business but my passion is in helping families with daily kid activities. I have been a nanny for more then 4 families. I love to help in the ways I can:) My small business is also accepting new cleaning jobs. If you are interested in that as well.
5.0
"Shelby did a great job with a group of kids ranging from 6 weeks to 6 years. She was attentive to the little one but also played with the older ones. I would definitely hire her again!"

Cameron L.

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Leah D.


Traverse City, MI

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Leah! I am 26 years old:) I have over 8 years of professional experience and 3 years of pre-professional experience, I have worked with children of all ages and can't wait to have some of my own! I currently am a part time live in nanny working with an 8-year-old boy(Wednesdays and Fridays until EOD are days I do...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Leah did an excellent job taking care of my kids and keeping them occupied while I was working. The kids still ask about her years later. We love Leah!"

Maggie J.

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Carly S.


Traverse City, MI

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun! Creative! Active!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Lover of Northern Michigan and the outdoors! My favorite activities include: rock climbing, sailing, paddle boarding, snowboarding, and camping! Rain, shine or snow, I love to be out in nature and am passionate about sharing outdoor experiences with kids! I also love arts and crafts! Helping kids use simple ingredients and...
Carly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Carly is currently one of our overnight Nannies and the kids love her! She is kind, caring, responsible, and keeps the kids and house in great order! Knowing she is there while they sleep is very comforting. Carly, also helps fill in on other times during the day...

Megan S.

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Jill M.


Lake Ann, MI

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter With Flexible Schedule And Excellent References

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi There! Looking for trustworthy and reliable help? That's me! I took a brief break from sitting when I had my own child, but now I am opening my availability back up. I am employed professionally full-time, so my availability is for date-nights and occasional babysitting jobs on the side. I have been babysitting for over 25...
Jill can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jill was wonderful - dependable, responsible, able to handle a bunch of kids. She was great with my 6 week old grandson but also has fun with my 6 year old granddaughter. I would hire her again in a second!!"

Cameron L.

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Ariel D.


Traverse City, MI

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hi I'm Ariel! I'm 21 From Northern Michigan

Hi! I'm Ariel I'm from northern Michigan I have some college classes under my belt in Child care as well as culinary arts. I also have lots of experience in housekeeping. I have been babysitting on and off since I was 13. I LOVE doing crafts/art especially with children. I also love animals and I am willing to do...
Ariel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"She was very attentive and helpful ! We moved otherwise I'd definitely hire her again! She's awesome!"

Amber N.

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Kaitlyn B.


Traverse City, MI

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Hey There! My Goal As A Babysitter Is To Be As Active And Involved With The Kids As I Possibly Can.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 1 year of experience being a nanny to a 1-year-old. I can help with pick up from school as well.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Kaitlyn is very attentive to my son's needs!"

Bailey B.

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Kayla O.


Traverse City, MI

$21-26/hr6 yrs exp

Highly Organized

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have experience cleaning hotels/households/ airbnbs. I have always been highly organized and experience organizing a play room beyond usual tidying up.
Kayla can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing, organization, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Kayla is a dream to work with. She is reliable, dependable, great at her job and works lightning fast. Kayla works with us to accommodate any request, to include last minute cleanings when company comes to town. She is also a kind and friendly person that I...

Megan B.

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Noelle R.


Traverse City, MI

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

Noelle

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey my name is Noelle and I am looking for babysitting jobs. I am responsible and good with children!
Noelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Noelle is great! My daughter was very comfortable and loved being with her. Definitely would hire her again!"

Vanessa H.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake Leelanau, MI

Bailey S.

5.0

Bailey is such a wonderful sitter! She's been helping our family on occasion for almost a year. She is reliable, hard-working and great with kids of all ages. She has been looking after our newborn since she was five months old. She is also great with my older kids and senior dog. We'd recommend her...

- Meg W.

Molly K.

5.0

Kids enjoyed having Molly watch them for the day. Was on time. Would recommend.

- Chelsea L.

Brittney C.

5.0

Brittney was fabulous! She was a great communicator, flexible, on time and lovely. She was fantastic with the kids and I would recommend her 100%. She is the BEST!

- Macklin R.

Karen K.

5.0

Karen just stayed with my two Shorkies for 6 days. Sissy and Rocky live with many advantages so there is a lot to remember to keep them happy, and she did. When I returned the dogs were safe and happy. She also watered all my outside plants, kept the house neat and clean, and took care of...

- Margaret H.

Courtney W.

5.0

Courtney is truly our favorite and now her and her family will be our life long friends! As first time parents we quickly had to find a nanny when daycare fell through before we went back to work. Courtney and I always say it was meant to be. She ended up being our full time nanny for months before...

- Alyssa M.

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