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Kalish W.

Nurturing, Professional, & Caring

Paw Paw, MI

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
Hello... my name is Kalish. I would love to be your next babysitter for you child/children. I have been watching children for over 20+ years. I am experienced, knowledgeable, and love what I do. If you are looking for someone to watch your child/children who is reliable, caring, trustworthy, and great with children... there is...

Care Member says "Very dependable , caring , loving and provides a very clean and safe environment!!!"

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Kyle L.

Looking For Summer Job And Every Now And Then Babysitting During The School Year

Paw Paw, MI

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Hello! Im Kyle:) I'm looking for a job that is fun, has lots of opportunities for new fun activities and will help me widen my skill set. I started working with kids when I was in middle school, I started out watching my younger cousins from time to time. Once I hit my junior year of high school I decided that I was really...
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Destiny P.

Hi! My Names Destiny And I'm Trying To Raise Money,and I Would Love To Do That By Kiddos Or Pets!

Paw Paw, MI

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as Bubbly, Positive, gentle I like working with kids because I want to become a teacher one day and I've grown up looking after and caring for many kids I'm looking for a job that's fun and I'm also looking for anything I can do to help other people I started working with kids when I was 11 I also...
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Ellie F.

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Paw Paw, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm Ellie! I love working with kids of all ages and have done so in a professional capacity since last year. I am CPR certified and have extensive first aid training so your kiddos are in the best of hands. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Deanna L.

Reliable Caregiver For Your Children

Mattawan, MI

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Deanna. I am first aid and CPR certified. I have experience both babysitting and daycare. I am also authorized to give medications should your child need it. I have worked with special needs individuals. I can meal prep and tidy up while you're busy away! I have 4 years of Nanny experience, primarily with...
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Nikki G.

Nanny

Lawton, MI

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$15/hr
15 years experience
Hello my name is Nikki I am 28 years old. I have a Bachelors degree and am working towards my masters in social work. I have been caring for children since I was 12 years old. I have been a full time nanny for 3 years now. I have experience with multiples and children with special needs. I am more then willing to learn any...
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Josie L.

Experienced In Nanny Services And Day To Day House Care

Gobles, MI

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I actually have a 1-year-old boy and I have had experience over the last couple years as a temporary child care provider for a close friend. I provided care as well as did house chores each day I was there. I did laundry, dishes, vacuumed, mopped, and dusted. After I left this job, I worked as a housekeeper for Holland Hospital...
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Jennifer F.

Creative And Reliable Mom!

Lawton, MI

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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Jenn. I am a 38-year-old mother of 3. I love animals! We have chickens, quail, cats, a dog, a bearded dragon, & hissing cockroaches. I love to garden, geocache, & read (we have a Little Free Library!). I grew up in Stevensville, where I met my husband of 17 years. I obtained my a bachelor's from Ferris before...
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Indica-g E.

nanny

Lawton, MI

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for! My three years of babysitting experience have solidified my desire to support families by providing reliable childcare. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational games. I am very comfortable enforcing...
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Jamiese E.

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello there! I am a Graduate of Western Michigan University with a Bachelor's Degree in Child and Family Development April 2020. I also have a Masters Degree in Youth and Community Development as of April 2022. I am passionate about Experience-Based learning, as well as social-emotional education and physical development. I am...

Care Member says "Our daughter had a greasy time with Jamiese! We will book with her again. "

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Charlotte R.

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Charlotte, and I'm a 22-year-old college student studying Human Resource Management and Economics. I have six years of experience working with children from 6 months to 13 years old and can provide excellent references to back up my experience. I love working with kids and believe in creating a fun, safe, and...

Liberty A. says "Charlotte is a sweet, hardworking girl and makes herself accountable to any schedule! She is also very organized and makes an effort to make a...

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Des'taney M.

Entertaining Sitter

Portage, MI

4.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hi. I am a very interactive, creative, and reliable sitter. I have experience with kids of all ages from 6 months to 11 years old. I also have first-hand experience with autistic children, seeing as my nephew is on the spectrum. With me, your kids will always feel like they are on an adventure and will never have a dull moment,...

Corinne H. says "We hired Destaney to watch our 10 month old for 3 weeks while our daycare was closed. She was punctual and flexible with our schedule. She was even...

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Emily L.

Elementary Teacher Taking A Year Off!

Portage, MI

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Emily, a 30-year-old MSU alum with degrees in Child Development & Elementary Education (Minor in Spanish) and a Masters in Educational Technology. I've cared for children from newborn to 15 since age 13-as a babysitter, summer nanny, full-time nanny, and teacher. I spent four years teaching K-2 and now work...

Daniel L. says "We recently used Emily as a last-minute babysitter. She was great with our 5 year old daughter, and we will definitely use her again."

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Rachel P.

Child care

Portage, MI

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi there!

Nicole F. says "Rachel was an absolute life savior for our family!! She was such an amazing babysitter for my 2 children, one of which has special needs. If you have a...

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Anneka L.

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I have completed my Fine Arts degree and am currently finishing up my Gender and Women's Studies minor and I am looking for part-time work. I am a singer and a professional dancer and actor. I love children and have been babysitting and teaching for many years. I enjoy pets, being outdoors, art, and telling stories. I am...

Lori R. says "Anneka has a maturity level and depth of character beyond her years. She is honest, fair, kind, and follows through on the tasks before her. She has an...

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Melissa H.

Nanny / Housekeeper

Portage, MI

5.0(0)
from
$11/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I'm dedicated hard working individual, very talented with children and pets. I enjoy activities with children and being able to remain active with them as well. I don't believe in sitting a child in from of the t. v or video games. Light housekeeping, errands and meal prep are always included with the job. I have references upon...
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Julie T.

Part-time Caregiver

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Originally from California. I've been living in Kalamazoo for six years. I recently finished my master's degree program in early childhood. I currently work as a GSRP Pre-k teacher and run a summer program. I have many years of experience with young children and school age children!

Cynthia S. says "My kids really liked Julie. She did a great job following directions. Friendly and very nice girl. Very responsible"

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Katherine M.

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am organized, dedicated, thoughtful, and I love working with kids. Whether as a nanny, tutor, mentor, coach, pod teacher, or recess coordinator, I have worked with a wide variety of children from many backgrounds as they navigate and grow as individuals. My background includes infant up to high school age students and I...

Audrey G. says "Kat is the type of caregiver you dream about, and miss dearly when she is gone. She truly is one in a million. Kat watched our kids (then 3 & 5) along...

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Sam K.

Kalamazoo, MI

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
As a caregiver with three years of experience, I am dedicated to fostering children's growth and nurturing their development. I have a passion for providing a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to engage children in...

Ashish B. says "She took all the efforts that she could to be punctual, take care of the child, take care of the house. She's AWESOME!"

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Sierra H.

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Sierra, I am 33 and I have over 15 years of experience working in childcare. I have worked as a pre-K teacher as well as a live in/ live out nanny. I have experience with all age groups but most of my experience is with infants and toddlers. In recent years I have specialized more in the first year. I am...

Jianrong W. says "We were so lucky to have Sierra cared for our infant baby! She was very responsible, kind, punctual, professional, and experienced. She designed many...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $12.25/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Paw Paw, MI

Babysitters in Paw Paw, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Kalish W.

Very dependable , caring , loving and provides a very clean and safe environment!!!

- Care member

Jamiese E.

Our daughter had a greasy time with Jamiese! We will book with her again.

- Care member

Charlotte R.

Charlotte is a sweet, hardworking girl and makes herself accountable to any schedule! She is also very organized and makes an effort to make...

- Liberty A.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Paw Paw, MI:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Paw Paw, 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 4 babysitters in Paw Paw, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Paw Paw, MI babysitters on Care.com is $12.25 per hour as of October 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 Paw Paw, 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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