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Zoe S.

Loving, Experienced Nanny Available For Full-Time Care

East Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for almost 10 years, and I absolutely love it. To me, caring for children is less of a job and more of a blessing. It warms my heart to be able to watch kids grow and learn, and to know I've been able to be a positive influence in their life fills me with joy. I have experience with children of all ages,...

Heather H. says "Zoe is a very dependable, smart, intuitive woman. She has always had a natural ability with kids, carrying around my children as if they were an...

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Elizabeth B.

East Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello, my name is Elizabeth (Libby) and I am a currently a senior enrolled in Michigan State University's Physiology program with the intention of becoming a physician assistant (PA). I have enjoyed working with children during my career endeavors and am looking for an opportunity to continue doing so before I attend PA school...

Care Member says "I would hire Libby again in a heartbeat! She is extremely reliable (shows up on time, arranges needed time off in advance) and always shows up with a...

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Bailey R.

Caregiver

East Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! Thank you for taking a moment to view my profile. My name is Bailey. I am 25 years old. I currently live in Lansing. I have 10+ years of paid experience with age groups ranging from newborns to preteens.

Care Member says "We needed a babysitter for a much needed date night while visiting and Bailey was a perfect match for our energetic and very imaginative 5 year old! She...

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Brooke L.

Patient, Caring, Energetic, Dependable Nanny Home For The Summer.

East Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello!! My name is Brooke ! I am graduating from Michigan State University April 2024 with a bachelors degree in Elementary Education. I am looking for a full time nanny position starting after graduation! I have 6+ years of experience working with children ages 0-12 years old! I have nannied long term for 3 families and done...

Elizabeth I. says "Brooke was an absolutely amazing nanny to our family in the summer of 2022. The kids truly came to love her and as did I! She was very dependable and...

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Meghan D.

Future Special Education Teacher

Williamston, MI

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I am outgoing and energetic and love being around children. I have been taking care of children for approximately 10 years, from infants to middle schoolers. I have my Bachelor's Degree from Aquinas College in elementary education and learning disabilities, and I am an 8th grade special education teacher in Howell. I am very...

Elizabeth M. says "Meghan was fantastic with our 2 and 4 year old and they absolutely loved her. Would definitely hire again, she put my mind at ease for our first...

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Jada S.

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Marissa W.

Fun Sitter

East Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Marissa! Im a positive and outgoing masters student at MSU, who absolutely adores children pets! I currently work at a a police department as a crime analyst/security operations coordinator. I work midnight shifts throughout the week and tend to have plenty of free time on my days off. I have previously been a nanny and...

Elizabeth M. says "Marissa is wonderful with our children. We have kids ages 4, 8, and 10, and she is able to do activities with all of them, making sure the youngest is...

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Emma F.

Lansing, MI

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

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Gabriela C.

Fun Nanny

Bath, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Gabi, and I am a 30-year-old experienced caregiver. I am a strong swimmer, comfortable with pets, and have extensive experience caring for children aged 1 to 13. I possess a valid driver's license and have my own vehicle. I am fluent in Portuguese and have a basic proficiency in Spanish. I first arrived in...

Liz G. says "We work with Gaby to watch our son (almost 4) and our daughter (7 months). She is so wonderful with them and great at keeping them both engaged. She is very...

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Shane D.

Lansing, MI

4.3(1)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
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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Andrea M.

Part Time Babysitter

Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
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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Chloe V.

Child care

East Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi! My name is Chloe and I am 21 years old. I've been babysitting since I was 11 for many children ages 6 months-12 years old. I love working with kids through volunteering and teaching, I'm currently a Senior at Michigan State University studying elementary education and child development which I'm loving so far!! I have over...

Brianna S. says "To whom it may concern, It is my pleasure to recommend Chloe as a childcare provider. She has cared for our 6 month old son, three times a week for the...

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Samantha U.

Lansing, MI

4.9(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Patty H. says "My kids loved playing with Samantha and are excited for her to come back! She seems to have good experience caring for children of all ages. "

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Tirzah W.

An Addition To The Family

Lansing, MI

3.8(1)
from
$24/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Maya D.

East Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Maya D! I am a junior in college pursuing a degree in Elementary Education. I have been babysitting for the past 5 years and had lots of experiences with a variety of kids. Throughout the school year, I am involved in lots of clubs centered around helping children and I work part-time at a preschool. I will be...

Rachel L. says "Maya was wonderful! She was super flexible with our last minute scheduling and was able to step right in to watch out 1.5 & 3.5 yo with ease. Very upbeat...

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Danielle M.

A Bit About Me

East Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello! I'm Danielle and I graduated from MSU with my bachelors in human development and family studies because I adore working with children. I am also currently attending MSU working towards my masters degree in social work to be a family therapist. Since I was about 13 I have been working with kids in various settings. I...

Alan I. says "Danielle did a great job with our 3-year-old. She spent time playing games, building puzzles and playing outside. She communicated well during the day and...

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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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Madeline G.

Engaged And Energetic Babysitter

East Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Madeline I've been babysitting since I was 12 and absolutely love kids. In high school, I babysat regularly for a 6-year-old, then when I started college, I began nannying part-time and babysitting for multiple families with ages ranging from nine months to 12 years old. Additionally, I have four years experience...

Kelli L. says "Madeline is an excellent nanny, and I would recommend her to anyone seeking help with child care. We have four young children (now 7, 5, 3.5, & 2), but...

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Theano A.

Fun And Compassionate Sitter

East Lansing, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm passionate about nurturing and caring for children, and I bring four years of experience as a childcare provider to the table. I've always had a positive experience in babysitting roles, and I'm drawn to the opportunity to positively impact children's lives and support families by providing reliable childcare. As a patient,...

Courtney C. says "Theano nannied my 3 year old daughter for several months and was wonderful. She was fun and patient, I felt very comfortable leaving her in Theano's...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.12/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.5

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Okemos, MI

Babysitters in Okemos, MI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Zoe S.

Zoe is a very dependable, smart, intuitive woman. She has always had a natural ability with kids, carrying around my children as if they...

- Heather H.

Elizabeth B.

I would hire Libby again in a heartbeat! She is extremely reliable (shows up on time, arranges needed time off in advance) and always shows...

- Care member

Bailey R.

We needed a babysitter for a much needed date night while visiting and Bailey was a perfect match for our energetic and very imaginative 5...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Okemos, MI:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Okemos, 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 16 babysitters in Okemos, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Okemos, MI babysitters on Care.com is $16.12 per hour as of July 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 Okemos, 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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