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Bree P.
Portland, MI
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi!! I'm an 18-year-old, recently graduated from Portland Highschool. I'm taking a gap year to gain experience and earn money to save for college! I currently work mornings at a school in preschool classrooms, and I love working with kids! I'm looking for a job babysitting/ nannying kids of any ages! I have recommendations and...
Karen D.
Clarksville, MI
$10-15/hr
Currently I have a dog and a cat. I grew up with dogs and cats at home. Growing up with had Beagles, Boston Terrier Bulldog, Dalmatian. We have had 2 sets of Shelties, both sets were brother and sister from the same litters. We raised our sons dog which was a Pit-bull/German Shepard mix. We care for our daughters French...
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Nana. I am retired. I worked 38 years for the same employer. I have 2 grown children and 6 grandchildren who are all school aged now. I love being around children. Having been a working mom, I know the struggles of finding good dependable childcare, and finding someone you can trust to leave your children with.
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I currently have over 15 years of experience between babysitting, nannying, and working at a daycare.
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Karen D.
Clarksville, MI
$10-15/hr
I have experience caring for an elderly family member. My father-in-law lived with us for over 20 years. I was his care-giver. He suffered with leukemia, Parkinson dementia/Alzheimer, neuropathy in the hands and feet. I was responsible for his medications, doctor appointments, and making sure we had all the equipment necessary...
Karen can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Corrina W.
Lowell, MI
$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter (8+ Years) Available On Weekends. Also Have Experience Tutoring, And Music
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have watched kids between the ages of 2 months and 14 years. I enjoy artistic projects with children and love to take kids outside and teach them about the world we live in. I play several instruments, mostly string instruments, and am a decent cook. I worked at a daycare (kids under 5) almost every week for 3 years, then was...
Corrina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.6
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Emily and i'm looking for a new Nanny or babysitting position.
A little bit about me.
I'm 20 and have been watching kids for about 6 years
I have reliable transportation and I am located in East Lansing, but willing to travel within reason
lam CPR and First Aid trained and have taken child development...
Emily can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily is sweet, trust worthy and responsible."
Rachel B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Angie. I love kids and have had 20+ years of childcare experience. I have a 8-year-old who is the light of my life. We love to be outside in all seasons. Arts and crafts are my specialty. I'm passionate about having an un-plugged childhood. I've been a stay at home mom for 5 years, and ready to help out other...
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Angela is hands on with the kids which is really appreciated! There's always a fear the kids will get sat in front of an electronic but not with Angie! She is very nice and sweet! We are happy to have her!"
Esmeralda S.
5.0
(1)
I provide pet sitting in your own home! Or dogs at mine. I love all animals and have a wonderful dog named Marley who is a mixed lab. We love to go on walks and play in the water. We have a large fenced in yard for dogs who stay with us.
Angela can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Wonderful service! Will be a repeat user, and will recommend her services to anyone!"
Ally P.
Amber R.
Lowell, MI
$13-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Amber I am a high school graduate and 24 years old. I love helping out as much as I can I have been caring for children since was 12. I have twin boys of my own they are 3 years old. I have four younger siblings out of 11 siblings in all and plenty of nieces and nephews to help out with. I clean, cook, and bake I am...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Amber is very sweet, polite young lady. She is a people-pleaser and will make sure everything you ask is done. She will even go above and beyond what you ask. "
Sandi R.
Amanda A.
Middleville, MI
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a teacher in with GSRP program and have 5 children of our own. I am very comfortable with children of all ages and several children at a time. I am energetic, loving, quick on my feet, and have a plethora of strategies and activities to pull from. I love to be outdoors, bake/cook, listen to music (aka-dance party), read, do...
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 10 years old. I have two biological children, two adopted children that I adopted from foster care, and a stepson. I have a grandson who is 6 years old and a 2-year-old granddaughter. I come from a large family so I've been around kids my whole life. I ran a daycare in my home for 14 years and I...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Kelly is the best Nanny we have ever had for our two children. She is great with newborns and toddlers and our kids look forward to seeing her on a regular basis. Not only do we trust her with our kids, but Kelly herself is punctual, responsible and caring. She...
Care member
Anna P.
Hastings, MI
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi!
Growing up in a household of eight, it seemed that I never stopped cleaning. When I got my first Nanny/Babysitting job, my mom told me to clean the houses where I worked to make a good impression. This helped me keep this job and find many more over the years.
I learned the most when I worked for my German Grandma;...
Paula C.
Ionia, MI
$12-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Paula. I have an outgoing, fun, loving 8-year-old boy who has accompanied me on most of my jobs since he was born. I've been with Care. com for about 8 years. I've helped several families with childcare, petsitting, and house cleaning. The families we work for become very important parts of our lives. We would...
Paula can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Paula worked with adults with disabilities as a community living support specialist. She creatively and efficiently provided activities, encouragement and support with assisting those she worked with to achieve desired goals."
Penny P.
Iris O.
Middleville, MI
$15-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I used to teach English and Portuguese in Angola Africa and also in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil , w
Where I was born and raised. I been taken children as long I can remember. I used to work as a daycare teacher in tampa Fl, The company Name is Kids are kids. It's a honor to see kids develop into an adult hood with their own...
Iris can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Iris did an amazing job looking after a number of kids at a wedding. We had games setup alongside the venue for about 10 kids ranging from 3-12 years old. The parents were around but often chatting or getting food and drinks. Iris was really friendly in talking...
Heather S.
Keely C.
Lowell, MI
$19/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
We can learn so much by spending time with children as they ask us to meet them in a space of play and curiosity. There is a great sense of calm, compassion, and humility required to be a caregiver. These are things I strive to bring into all aspects of my life, and a big part of why I love this line of work.
I am a natural born...
Keely can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"Keely is a wonderful person. She nannied for us January-May 2023 and took great care of our 2 year old daughter and 6 mo old baby boy. It was a lot to juggle at times but Keely made me feel really comfortable knowing she could care for both kids. We loved getting...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will provide various types of home care including, cleaning, watering plants, house sitting, and checking on pets while you are at work or on vacation. A little about me: I have more than 20 years of experience with home cleaning and various other home jobs. I like to create a flexible work schedule so that I have time for my...
Paula can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
5.0
"Hi I'm Grace and need(ed) services. Punctuality, trustworthiness and dependability are so important these days.
Paula stands out above her peers.
Sincerely, Grace"
Grace T.
5.0
(1)
I started working with kids when I was 17 as a teaching assistant at the Grand Ledge art camp. I continued that job for 3 summers. I currently work for a daycare program going on 5 years experience here.
In my spare time I like to walk my rescue dog, paint, go camping, and read books.
My skills include first aid training/CPR...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Allison has such a kind heart for children! I have three children with special needs and Allison is such a great fit for them! She pays close attention to their actions and responds perfectly as directed. Her attention to sensory concerns is wonderful as well....
Emma A.
5.0
(1)
I offer quality cleaning services with the use of environmentally safe products that are good for you, good for us and good for the planet.
Angela can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"This was my first time hiring house cleaner that listens and cares. Angie walked through house with us and listened to what we wanted and how we wanted it done. She comes weekly and is on time, gets in house and works around our dogs and the house looks fantastic...
Tara C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a pet lover who has had many pets including cats, dogs, fish, and birds. I have also worked on a farm feeding goats, pigs, rabbits, and birds. My son and I would be thrilled to help you out with caring for your pets when you are away. I know the importance of them having someone come and spend time and play with them when...
Paula can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Paula has taken care of our MANY animals multiple times. She had always been professional and thorough in the work she has done. She always go above and beyond what was asked of her. She has a happy, positive personality. My animals and family all love her."
Shawn Z.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake Odessa, MI
Emily C.
5.0
Emily is sweet, trust worthy and responsible.
- Rachel B.
Angela S.
5.0
Angela is hands on with the kids which is really appreciated! There's always a fear the kids will get sat in front of an electronic but not with Angie! She is very nice and sweet! We are happy to have her!
- Esmeralda S.
Angela S.
5.0
Wonderful service! Will be a repeat user, and will recommend her services to anyone!
- Ally P.
Amber R.
5.0
Amber is very sweet, polite young lady. She is a people-pleaser and will make sure everything you ask is done. She will even go above and beyond what you ask.
- Sandi R.
Kelly S.
5.0
Kelly is the best Nanny we have ever had for our two children. She is great with newborns and toddlers and our kids look forward to seeing her on a regular basis. Not only do we trust her with our kids, but Kelly herself is punctual, responsible and caring. She goes above and beyond for our children...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lake Odessa, MI:
How can I find a Lake Odessa babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lake Odessa, 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 2 babysitters in Lake Odessa, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Lake Odessa, MI?
The average rate for Lake Odessa, MI babysitters on Care.com is $24.00 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 Lake Odessa, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lake Odessa, 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.