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Find babysitters in Okemos, MI that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Okemos, MI

The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Okemos, MI

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Chloe G.


East Lansing, MI

$15-22/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Chloe and I am a senior at Michigan State University with 6 years of experience caring for children aged 3 months- 12 years. I am fully vaccinated/boosted, have my own reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and many references. A bit about me- I have cared for children in many settings; regular...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Chloe is wonderful and energetic. She is able to keep the attention of children of different age groups- my boys were well cared for and thrilled to spend time with her!"

Cara J.

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Krysten S.


Lansing, MI

$22-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience working with children from infancy through adolescence. I have 4 years of experience working with developmentally disabled children and adults as well.
Krysten can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Krysten is a GOD sent, she is always on time and ready to watch my three children ages 4 and 2 year old twins. My kids love when they know Krysten is watching them. She is available on short notice for us which is fantastic for our busy lives. I would highly...

Nicole F.

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Bailey R.


Lansing, MI

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I helped assist families in taking care of older ones, including helping in every aspect of daily life.
Bailey can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"We were visiting and needed a babysitter to watch our 4 year old daughter for a much needed date night. As new parents we were very nervous leaving our daughter, but Bailey was a perfect match! She was kind and our daughter gravitated towards her right away. As you...

Miryam H.

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Madison H.


Lansing, MI

$14-15/hr3 yrs exp

College Summer Sitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Madison. I'm a current senior at Michigan State University studying finance, looking to take on babysitting/Errand running this school year, for any families in need. I have 3 years of experience in childcare/Babysitting and can also help with other things like Swimming Supervision, Grocery shopping, after...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
5.0
"Madison babysat my son for the night and did a great job with him. Would happily rehire her!"

David R.

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Christina S.


Lansing, MI

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I just moved to Lansing, MI for school. Since I was a child, I loved cleaning and organizing! I am from a family of 6 so there is always something for me to do when I get in my cleaning mode!
Christina can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, dusting, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
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Shelby P.


Holt, MI

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Shelby and I just graduated from Albion College with a degree in biochemistry and mathematics. In addition, I was a tour guide and played volleyball in my time there. I'm a very happy person and love to be active whether it's indoors or outside, with lots of sunscreen of course. I have also worked in an assisted living...
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shelby is amazing! Any family would be lucky to invite her to play and watch their children. My baby is afraid of strangers but reached for her and babble sang with her. When my preschooler met her she had him laughing in minutes. Shelby is compassionate, playful,...

Rob M.

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Theano A.


East Lansing, MI

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Compassionate Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Theano.., I am 18 years old and a freshman in college. I love caring for kids and have been babysitting for a couple years now as well as helping out with my two younger siblings. I am responsible, patient, but also energetic and very compassionate towards children. I have my own car and am willing to drive to any...
Theano can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"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 care."

Courtney C.

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Sofia G.


Lansing, MI

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Animals are my life! I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals. My experience in Pet Care is from growing up on a farm, having my own pets and caring for family, friends animals and...
Sofia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, grooming, dog training & more
5.0
"Sofia watched my two large Huskies for about a week while I was out of state. I had no issues with her, she overall did an amazing job. Would hire again. "

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Kaley D.


Williamston, MI

$16-18/hr6 yrs exp

Dependable, Caring, And Fun

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm a friendly, caring, compassionate individual looking for a nanny/childcare position; I'm also available for date nights and occasional babysitting. I am currently in the nursing program at Saginaw Valley State University where I expect to graduate in May 2026 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing; I'm also on the women's...
Kaley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We hired Kaley for weekend help during the summer for our ~12 month old, and our experience with her was great! She was always punctual and communicative about any schedule changes. We could tell that she really cared for our child. And she was very receptive to...

Autumn G.

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Anndrea B.


Lansing, MI

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Happy To Help!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Anndrea (Anndi) and I am looking to babysit and or pet sit your children/fur babies. I am 31 years old and I have a lot childcare experience ranging from infant to elementary age. I am CPR/First Aid trained with certification, as well as Food Handler and Safety. I studied English Writing and Art & Design at...
Anndrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Andi was absolutely amazing, my daughter loved her and looked forward to seeing Andi every week. She was very reliable. Would definitely hire her again! "

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Jazmyn S.


Lansing, MI

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jazmyn. I am an alumna of Xavier University of Louisiana, where I received my BA in Biology. I enjoy caring for children and have 11 years of experience babysitting. I am AHA CPR/First Aid certified and know the Heimlich maneuver for all ages. In the past, I have worked part time as a nanny for a 2-year-old boy...
Jazmyn can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jazmyn is wonderful. She was very engaging with our son and he was very excited to have her come back!"

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Emily C.


East Lansing, MI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi Everyone!

Hi everyone! My name is Emily and i'm looking to help take care of your pets! I have been pet sitting for at least 5 years and have experience with all different kinds of animals. If you have any questions please reach out!
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Margaret C.


Haslett, MI

$20-25/hr

Reliable And Trustworthy Senior Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Do you need help caring for yourself or a loved one after a surgery when you've come home from Rehabilitation? I am retired nurse anesthesiologist, however I still maintain an active registered nurse (RN) license. I'm able to help with medications, care, bathing, physician appointments and insurance billing. My own father, whom...
Margaret can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, respite care, errands, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"I cannot describe how pleased I was after we hired Peggy to bathe my 98 year old father. My 93 year old mother had been taking care of him by herself through the pandemic to avoid the risk of COVID. Right away, my Mom called with such a sense of relief after...

Julie S.

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Lillian H.


Lansing, MI

$14-17/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! I am currently a 20-year-old Junior at MSU studying elementary education. I am a part-time dance teacher at Kick it Out Dance Studio in East Lansing. I am also a long term nanny for a family and have recent babysitting experience with 2 other families. I have always loved kids, and had a passion for being around...
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"We have loved having Lilly care for our kiddos! She does a great job and the kids love spending time with her. Lilly is very punctual and personable. Would definitely recommend hiring her!"

Chloe M.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had the opportunity to provide primary care for my declining grandfather in his 80s during an off semester. He struggled with dementia, diabetes, cancer, and the passing of his wife--and also had a very strong will. So I understand the tension between being firm and treating a person with dignity, and like an adult, and the...
David can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
5.0
"David was amazing for my 90 year old dad who broke his foot. It was only a short term need. David was wonderful. Very positive person. Was very quick to figure out how to help our family. A very giving person. We were so lucky to find him. He worked with our...

Christine F.

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Bailey R.


Lansing, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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.
Bailey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Bailey was amazing with my energetic boys, 4 and 7 years old! She did a wonderful job making sure they did their school work and showed a great amount of resourcefulness and patience with them. I was comfortable having Bailey supervise my kids in the pool and...

Jenna M.

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Tirzah W.


Lansing, MI

$20-35/hr6 yrs exp

An Addition To The Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Welcome, My name is Joy! I'm looking to give your little one some extra compassion, kindness and care while you're present or away. My hope is to fit in to your already wonderful family as a beneficial addition and extra support. With my journey thus far caring and growing little ones I'm confident this will become a new and...
Tirzah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Tirzah is extremely mature for her age. I have trusted her to take care of my five children and drive them around. She takes care of little details such as keeping track of my youngest boy who is very wild,putting sunscreen on, helping care for our kitten while...

Whitney H.

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Natalie W.


Lansing, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Organization/Assistant/Odd And End Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Greetings! I am a professional of many career paths and recently taking a small break for a reprieve. My spouse is a professor at MSU and we have two children, 8 and 7. My strengths and enjoyments are organizing, design, completing tasks, creativity, able to work independently and as a team and learn quickly. I am detailed...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natalie was nanny to our two young girls (ages 7 and 3) for about a year and we could not recommend her more highly or enthusiastically. She is the perfect combination of love, professionalism, responsibility, caring, and goodheartedness, and any family would be...

Meredith H.

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Megan L.


Williamston, MI

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

Early Childhood Educator Turned Nanny/babysitter

Hi , My name is Megan. Caring and teaching children is my chosen profession. Let me bring my enthusiasm into your home. I love watching their faces as they learn and discovery new things. I am 26 and have been caring for children for over 10 years. First Babysitting, volunteer work and then as an assistant and lead preschool...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Ms. Megan has known our two daughters (now 6.5 and 2.5) for about 2 years. She was my youngest daughter's lead in her toddler classroom at a licensed child care center for one year and has babysat for us several times. As a teacher she planned fun and stimulating...

Rachael L.

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Riley H.


East Lansing, MI

$12-19/hr1 yrs exp

Working With Children Is Something I Love Doing!!!

I am a freshman in college at Michigan State University (majoring in hospitality) and have babysitted my younger siblings and many other close friends and family's children. Looking out for children isn't always the easiest but it's something I enjoy doing for parents who need a night out or have a busy schedule! I am an honor...
Riley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"super sweet, absolutely loves kids"

Jacob C.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Okemos, MI

Chloe G.

5.0

Chloe is an excellent communicator and worked great with our baby girl (6-9 month old)!

- Care member

Krysten S.

5.0

Krysten is a GOD sent, she is always on time and ready to watch my three children ages 4 and 2 year old twins. My kids love when they know Krysten is watching them. She is available on short notice for us which is fantastic for our busy lives. I would highly recommend her, we still currently use her...

- Nicole F.

Bailey R.

5.0

We were visiting and needed a babysitter to watch our 4 year old daughter for a much needed date night. As new parents we were very nervous leaving our daughter, but Bailey was a perfect match! She was kind and our daughter gravitated towards her right away. As you you can imagine there's not much...

- Miryam H.

Madison H.

5.0

Madison babysat my son for the night and did a great job with him. Would happily rehire her!

- David R.

Shelby P.

5.0

Shelby is amazing! Any family would be lucky to invite her to play and watch their children. My baby is afraid of strangers but reached for her and babble sang with her. When my preschooler met her she had him laughing in minutes. Shelby is compassionate, playful, thoughtful, reliable, and I'm...

- Rob M.

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Average Rating4.3 / 5

Babysitters in Okemos, MI are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.