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81 babysitters are listed in Lansing, MI
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Lansing, MI
Andrea kept all the kids engaged in games and made sure they had snack on time!
Review for Andrea M. by Care member
Patricia is a gem! We hired Patricia in the Fall of 2021 to fill in some childcare gaps for our then 4 year old K. - who still asks about…
Review for Patricia B. by Angelica D.
Jenny has been a delightful addition to our lives and the lives of our two children (6yrs & 7mo). She's been our nanny for the baby since…
Review for Jenny R. by Dottie F.
Babysitters in Lansing, MI
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for multiple different families for years, ever since I turned 15 years of age. I am well trained in CPR and Heimlich procedures. I also have experience with children of all ages from working at a Learning Center, where I helped to tutor students in their reading and mathematics.
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Andrea kept all the kids engaged in games and made sure they had snack on time!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years experience in child care centers while attending college; I have 25 years experience as a household nanny for 3 consecutive families with children aged infant to college-bound. I also have experience with pet sitting, tutoring, transportation and recently, remote learning coach.
Patricia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Patricia is a gem! We hired Patricia in the Fall of 2021 to fill in some childcare gaps for our then 4 year old K. - who still asks about Patricia to this day (a reminder for me to complete this recommendation!). Her patience and kindness shown through the way K....
Angelica D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have nannied for many families over the years and I love watching children learn and grow. I recently had a baby of my own (born mid May), whom I love dearly. Finding childcare has made it difficult to go back to work, so instead I am looking for a babysitting/nannying position where I can bring my baby with me. Please don't...
Lindsey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Oldest of 6, I have been babysitting most of my life. Even as an adult while working a full-time job. I have babysat infants/newborns to about 12 years of age. I thoroughly enjoy children. I love to teach, play games, and interact with them. I am very responsible and neat/clean. I can pick up after children and will be sure to...
Jenny can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jenny has been a delightful addition to our lives and the lives of our two children (6yrs & 7mo). She's been our nanny for the baby since she was born. It's obvious Jenny cares deeply for the children in her care. Initially, Jenny was our full-time nanny but both...
Dottie F.
Jada S.
Lansing, MI
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Jada and I have just graduated from UGA before moving to Lansing, MI. I have been providing part-time child care since I was 14 and I love it. I began with babysitting my three younger siblings almost everyday, then began babysitting for kids in our neighborhood. Over the last few years, I have mostly worked with...
Jada can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"She is SUPER SWEET! Would definitely hire her she is so nice and played with them and made them comfortable that they wanted to stay with her my daughter was extremely happy with her even went towards giving her a hug :)"
Sandra R.
Samantha U.
Lansing, MI
$11-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Samantha I love to educate, guide, play with and care for children. I have 11+ years of experience with paid babysitting jobs, working in schools and daycares and also helped my aunt with her two twin boys from infancy until now. I worked for the YMCA for three years in an after school program for ages k-8, as...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha is great with kids! She watched my boys when they were school aged and my sisters twin baby boys. She made the kids feel loved and took great care of them. When I need a sitter she is my go to. We adore her. "
Sarah K.
Emma F.
Lansing, MI
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 23 and have a 4-year-old cat named Kevin. I'm from Jackson and moving back to Lansing. I'm a big hearted and fun loving girl who is a big foodie. I love going to restaurants in my free time or ordering take out. I have experience as a part time nanny from when I lived in Pittsburgh. I'm looking for a great family to babysit...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emma has showed me that she's professional and considerate. She's also friendly and takes her work seriously."
Lauren D.
Reana S.
Lansing, MI
$12-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Graduated from MSU with a B. S. in Sociology in May of 2016. I am currently a teacher looking for extra and consistent babysitting as well as date nights.
I am comfortable with children from birth+. I have worked in childcare care for the last 5 years before transitioning to my new job. I would also need to bring my 4-year-old...
Reana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Reana is so sweet, kind, and fun! She seems to really enjoy being around children and has so much patience. I would recommend her enthusiastically!!!! "
Jessica N.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am 28 years old and looking for a nanny position, I have a 20-month-old daughter I would need to bring with me. I was an educational interpreter for 6 years, before becoming a teacher's assistant at a Montessori school and then as a lead toddler teacher. I am an energetic and a loving person. I am CPR and first aid certified....
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alex was always great with our toddler, and he was always happy with her even though he usually doesn't open up to new people. She's a kind and down to earth personality. We would definitely recommend her to other families!"
Vic S.
3.8
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Welcome,
I'm looking to give your little ones some extra compassion, kindness and care while you're present/away. My hope is to fit in to your already wonderful family as a beneficial addition. With my journey thus far caring for little ones I'm confident this will become a new, and exciting journey for all of us!
Presently...
Tirzah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joy has been nothing but amazing when it comes to being a nanny to my kiddos. She is very detail oriented and great with following schedules. Joy has many great qualities including compassionate, caring, knowledgeable, well spoken, patient. My kids always get...
Care member
Kaitlin L.
Lansing, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently graduated from Michigan State with my PhD, currently living in Lansing. I love working with kids of all ages, whether that's on an arts & crafts project or with homework :)
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaitlin took care of our baby daily for two weeks and has also done occasional babysitting for us.
She is communicative, friendly, and dependable. She interacts well with our daughter and I feel very lucky that we found her! We already recommended her to friends...
Emily U.
Shane D.
Lansing, MI
$13-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.3
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Shane and I have worked with and around children for 10+ years, I have 3 younger siblings (6-year-old twin boys and a 7-year-old sister). I work at a Daycare teaching children mainly aged 6 weeks - 3 years but also work with children up to 15 years old. I also work as a manager at a gymnastics center, problem...
Shane can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shane was my child's assistant at the daycare and helped a lot around our house when they had to close at the beginning of the pandemic. He was amazing, and always brought activities to help keep my little boy learning! My favorite part about having Shane at our...
Beverly E.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Full time or Evenings, Overnights & Weekends
Hi, I'm Rozzolyn. I have been working with children professionally for eight years. I have my Preschool & Infant & Toddler CDA. I have spent many hours studying child development & specialize in Early Childhood Education.
I am passionate about children. I am a hard worker and well...
Rozzolyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
""Rozzolyn has been our trusted babysitter for over three years, including a year before the pandemic. She's incredibly patient and attentive with our children. Our son has special needs, and Rozzolyn has a wonderful understanding of his requirements, always putting...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Being around children is a rewarding experience for me. I was a caregiver through the state of Michigan while my children were growing up. I have worked in the nursery at each church I have attended. I cared for my precious 5 grandchildren from birth until they entered school. I believe children should be loved, listened to,...
Sherry can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sherry is so sweet and very good with children. She's caring, warm, funny and kind. Would highly recommend her!"
Sarah D.
Hi there! I'm a passionate and responsible babysitter with 19 years of experience. Not only do I have experience babysitting, but I am a mom of three! As a caregiver, my top priority is providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for your little ones. I enjoy creating fun and educational activities that stimulate their...
I raised my younger sister for the majority of her life and babysat for my aunts, uncles, and cousins, as well as for neighbors. I have experience in babysitting children with a range of disabilities (autism, ADHD, bipolar disorder, ADD, etc.) I also have experience in tutoring at the high school and middle school level.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as fun, open-minded, and colorful. I genuinely enjoy working with children.
I started caring for kids when I was just 8 years old, helping with my baby cousins. By the time I was 13, I began babysitting for other families and have continued ever since. I have also been on the babysitting teams for...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I love working with children. I graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelors of science in psychology and am pursuing my masters in counseling. I have had jobs throughout my life with kids ages 0-5. I also have years of experience with paid childcare. I love creating a fun and safe environment for kids and love arts...
Kennedy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I've never worked in a daycare but I have lots of babysitting experience & I have a 3 & a half yr old son also. I enjoy taking care of & working with children.
Hi there! I have 10 years of experience in child/teen care. Throughout the years I have taken care of and advised all ages. I have worked with children who have Autism and other special needs (some medical), so I am very comfortable working with kids who have special needs as well as those who do not. My years of being a camp...
Maria can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lansing, MI:
How can I find a Lansing babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lansing, 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 81 babysitters in Lansing, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Lansing, MI?
The average rate for Lansing, MI babysitters on Care.com is $15.53 per hour as of May 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Lansing, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lansing, 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.
Ratings for Lansing, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Lansing, MI are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews of the 81 listed babysitters.