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Andrea M.

Part Time Babysitter

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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.

Care Member says "Andrea kept all the kids engaged in games and made sure they had snack on time!"

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Patricia B.

Current Nanny Available During School Hours

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
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.

Angelica D. says "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...

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Haleigh A.

Caring, Outdoor Loving, Attentive & Compassionate Sitter

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$31/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Haleigh -- I am an educated, trained, and experienced nanny. I graduated from The University of Michigan in 2017 before starting my career in technology sales. Through it all, helping small humans grow is the most important & fulfilling role to me - I have +10 years of babysitting experience working specifically with...

Brenda B. says "Haleigh is a lovely lady. She comes from an amazing family who raised her well. She has two younger siblings and pets which I'm sure have made her the...

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Jenny R.

EXPERIENCED PART TIME CARE GIVER

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
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...

Dottie F. says "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....

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Lindsey U.

Full-time Caregiver Available

Lansing, MI

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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...
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Jada S.

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...

Sandra R. says "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...

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Emma F.

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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...

Lauren D. says "Emma has showed me that she's professional and considerate. She's also friendly and takes her work seriously."

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Reana S.

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
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...

Jessica N. says "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!!!! "

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Alexandra S.

Nanny

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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....

Vic S. says "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...

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Kaitlin L.

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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 :)

Emily U. says "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...

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Shane D.

Lansing, MI

4.3(1)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Megan F. says "Shane is patient, kind, and fun. My kids love spending time with him. He is also great at cleaning."

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Sherry B.

Part Time Caregiver

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
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,...

Sarah D. says "Sherry is so sweet and very good with children. She's caring, warm, funny and kind. Would highly recommend her!"

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Macy B.

Your Favorite Babysitter!

Lansing, MI

from
$15/hr
15 years experience
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...
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Sammantha S.

I am a part time babysitter.

Lansing, MI

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
I have been babysitting children for almost 4 years now, I have 8 siblings, so I know how to handle kids. I have watched my siblings for a long time now. I have had a babysitting job before. I am a very nice caring person and a women who loves kids.
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Sydney K.

Babysitter That Can Keep Up With The Kids!

Lansing, MI

from
$10/hr
7 years experience
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...
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Kennedy G.

Babysitter

Lansing, MI

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...
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Kami H.

Babysitter

Lansing, MI

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
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.
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Elise B.

Experienced Babysitter

Lansing, MI

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello :) I put myself through my undergrad and graduate career by babysitting. I have over 6 years of experience. Over the years, I have babysit for newborn twins, a young girl with a physical disability, traveled with a family to Hawaii, tutored middle school children, helped with birthday parties and so much more. I love...
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Maria R.

Nanny/Babysitter Available

Lansing, MI

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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...
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Tanis F.

Weekend Babysitter | CPR, First Aid, CNA Certified | Special Needs Experience

Lansing, MI

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Tanis and I am a 20-year-old caregiver. I've spent years helping care for my younger brothers, diapers to highschool, including two with special needs. I have helped with everything from bottle feeds and diaper changes to homework and bedtime. I'm CPR & First Aid certified, as well as holding a CNA license. I...
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  • 80 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.85/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.9

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lansing, MI

Babysitters in Lansing, MI are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 80 listed babysitters

Andrea M.

Andrea kept all the kids engaged in games and made sure they had snack on time!

- Care member

Patricia B.

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...

- Angelica D.

Haleigh A.

Haleigh is a lovely lady. She comes from an amazing family who raised her well. She has two younger siblings and pets which I'm sure have...

- Brenda B.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lansing, MI:

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 80 babysitters in Lansing, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Lansing, MI babysitters on Care.com is $15.85 per hour as of August 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 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.

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