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Hi! I have had babysitting jobs here and there over the years, but now as a mom of two toddlers I am looking to start babysitting more full time! I am a very interactive, and energetic person, but also know how to set boundaries for a safe environment.
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Shiloe T.
Lakeview, MI
$16/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have 7 years of experience. I currently am working in a childcare center I've been there for two years, the other five has been babysitting various family member and friends kids.
Shiloe can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Danielle C.
Lakeview, MI
$14-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Dani and I currently have seven years of experience under my belt. I love kids and thinks that's why I have a passion for doing this. I'm pretty comfortable with just about everything and I'll ask questions if I'm unsure. I'm a very open book and am more than willing to answer any questions or accommodate to...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle helped with care of my sons! She was reliable, caring and communicated with me great!
If they still needed care I would still trust her with them! They still stay things like We went here with her or did that with her!"
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I am a full time prenatal/pediatric chiropractor so I'm just looking for date night or part-time care jobs. I have been around children and have been a nanny for many families over the last 15 years.
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with housekeeping, errands, driving, and more! I have experience being a surf camp counselor for kids ages 5-13, a nanny for kids ages 2-8, and babysitter for kids of all ages.
Avery can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Eve R.
Lakeview, MI
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm currently getting my degree at Eastern Michigan University for Early Childhood Development, and love working with kids. I work at the schools children's institute, as well as part time at a daycare when I'm home for the summer. I love crafting and making dessert with my kids, and reading with them is a specialty of mine....
Eve can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Call it crazy but I like to clean, makes life a little easier, being able to find something when it's clean and organized:-)
Raquel can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, organization & more
Raquel M.
Trufant, MI
$11-16/hr
Hi, I have an open schedule right now and am looking to help other people. Pet sitter available.
Raquel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I graduated from CMU with an Early Childhood Education degree while majoring in Early Childhood Development & Learning! While attending CMU, I also gained hands-on experience working as a caregiver at an in-home daycare facility for 5. 5 years. While there, I cared for children newborn through age 12. Since graduating, I have...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Emilee C.
Morley, MI
$10-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
My Experience Is 3 Years. I Have Helped The Parent With Potty Training, Pacifier Break, And More!
Hi! I enjoy looking after children and keeping them busy with fun activities! I am patient and love doing creative arts and crafts, hands on activities, and being active. My favorite is dancing to children songs. My personal favorites are Apples and Bananas and Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes! In my past experiences I took the...
I enjoy organizing in any way, neatness is a staple for me just makes the day go by smoother. Running errands is not a big deal for me I understand not everyone has the time or means of this, thanks for clicking on my profile have a great day.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm a mother of 2 and grandmother of 7. I love being around children, and as much as I wish I could full-time watch my grandbabies, their mom is a stay at home mom. I love to have fun and explore fun adventures with them and especially crafty gifts. I just have a lot more love to give;-) I enjoy caring for elderly as...
Raquel can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I know how important it is to find someone to trust and take good care of someone and I am that person. I would help like I would want someone to care for my loved ones.
Raquel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation, dementia
Barbara P.
Howard City, MI
$16-26/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Barbie and I am 26. I am a animated and fun loving individual. I have 22 nieces and nephews who I love spending time with and watch often. I've worked about two years total as a nanny and spend most of my weekends as a babysitter for family. I have also graduated from the Crown College trades school in 2020. I...
Barbara can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My kids love her! She is their top choice for a sitter every time!"
Casey W.
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, kind-hearted, and hard working.
I've learned through working as a babysitter that patience is key. My main goal is to always make kids feel comfortable and give them a space to be themselves!
I'm looking for a job that can allow me to make extra money on the weekends. I'm currently in...
5.0
"Ashlinn is a wonderful person. She is great with children of all ages. She is very respectful and kind hearted as well."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey I'm Katie. I absolutely love children, I am energetic. I love to run around take adventures and paint and play music. I pretty much do it all! I will fall In love with your children and will take my job taking care of the seriously.
I'd describe my personality as loving, energetic, honest
I like working with kids because...
5.0
"Katie is truly a wonderful, invested sitter. I highly recommend her. She is warm and friendly and the kids took to her right away. She is professional and reliable."
Beth B.
5.0
(1)
I'm currently working at a daycare and I definitely love my job the pay just isn't the greatest so I've been looking around to see if there's any better opportunities! I'm just hoping to maybe find a family who's in need of some extra help, I'm comfortable with any age group I've worked with all, I don't mind dogs and would love...
Skyler can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Skyler is absolutely amazing with children, I have a 4yr old son who is autistic and she does great with him and helps him improve every day. I also have a 2yr old daughter that she does amazing with! "
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Mckenzie D.
Gowen, MI
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am McKenzie, I go by Kenzie. I'm 22 years old with 7 years babysitting/nanny experience. I enjoy the outdoors, crafts, adventures, and laughing. I have experience with ages ranging between newborn to 14-year-olds and with multiple children, also I have worked in a daycare watching multiple children at the same time. I...
Mckenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kenzie helped us care for our daughter for 10 months. We had a wonderful experience with her and couldn’t recommend her enough. She was extremely reliable and communicative. But most importantly, she genuinely cared about our daughter and became like family. She...
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Emily M.
Stanwood, MI
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I was born and raised here. After I graduated, I attended CMU before moving to Tennessee. There, I taught for a few years until I felt my heart pulling me back to Michigan. My parents and I recently left TN and moved back to Canadian Lakes.
I began working with kids in 2010. Since then, I have babysat for many families. I...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily is amazing. She picks up quickly on the kids’ schedule and routine. She is very gentle, soft spoken, creative and so fun. My kids love her and gets excited every time she comes. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emily. I am 25 years old. I graduated from GVSU with a degree in Elementary Education and am currently attending for a masters degree in Educational Leadership. I have been a 5th grade teacher for 3 years in Holland. After a personal tragedy, I am moving to the Rockford area to be closer to family. I am looking...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Emily is a fantastic caregiver. She was creative and fun and took care of business. Anyone who hires Emily is lucky to have her. We would hire her again but our daughter is too old for a sitter now.
Jennifer S."
Jennifer S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lakeview, MI
Danielle C.
5.0
Danielle helped with care of my sons! She was reliable, caring and communicated with me great!
If they still needed care I would still trust her with them! They still stay things like We went here with her or did that with her!
- Care member
Barbara P.
5.0
My kids love her! She is their top choice for a sitter every time!
- Casey W.
Ashlinn M.
5.0
She is a sweetheart! She takes very good care of kids as I have been with her babysitting. She loves being active with kids and doing fun things! I really recommend her, she is very hard working.
- Care member
Katie V.
5.0
Katie is truly a wonderful, invested sitter. I highly recommend her. She is warm and friendly and the kids took to her right away. She is professional and reliable.
- Beth B.
Skyler K.
5.0
Skyler is absolutely amazing with children, I have a 4yr old son who is autistic and she does great with him and helps him improve every day. I also have a 2yr old daughter that she does amazing with!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lakeview, MI:
How can I find a Lakeview babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lakeview, 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 6 babysitters in Lakeview, 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 Lakeview, MI?
The average rate for Lakeview, MI babysitters on Care.com is $13.00 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 Lakeview, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lakeview, 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.