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3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while prioritizing children's safety and well-being. Trusted by parents, and provide affection for all of the children I care for. Seeking a responsible role as a babysitter for your family. I have 10 years of experience and also a 3yr old of my own. I am very...
Angel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Angel took care of our 3 kids (ages 7, 3, and 1) for a whole day. They had a blast together, and Angel took excellent care of the baby while managing the two very active older brothers!"
Caroline R.
Brenna O.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Child Whisperer Extraordinaire: Your Go-To Babysitter For Fun And Adventure!
5.0
(1)
I am dedicated to providing top-notch care for children and animals, ensuring their safety, happiness, and well-being. I have 4 years of experience watching children between 0-13 years old. I also have a lifetime of experience with dogs, cats, and small animals.
My childcare services include:
In-home babysitting
Date night...
Brenna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Brenna was amazing! She was attentive to my sons needs and always gave me updates on how he was doing. She’s punctual and trustworthy. You can tell she really cares about our son and genuinely loves what she does. Highly recommend! "
Care member
Caelynn U.
Portage, MI
$20-33/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Cali and I'm writing in regards to your need for childcare assistance. I'm 24 and have 8 years of childcare service with children from 3 months to 11 years old. I have no issues getting my hands dirty with diaper duty or bottle feeding and am experienced in administering infant/child CPR. I have 3 years of...
Caelynn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Caelynn responded quickly to messages and although I couldn't hire her due to her schedule, she was honest with the hours she wanted to work."
Claudia S.
Sam K.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Sam can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"She took all the efforts that she could to be punctual, take care of the child, take care of the house. She's AWESOME!"
Ashish B.
Eliana B.
Dowling, MI
$17-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Am A Nurturing, Child Hearted Spirit Who Loves Helping Children Grow
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
In my early years, I babysat and nannied for families. I provided transportation for children, meals, and help with homework, and such, my first official job was as a camp counselor. In college, I started working at a summer camp, wherein only the next year I was co-coordinator of 50-60 4 to 6-year-old students and campers....
Eliana can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eliana was a great sitter. Always on time, very nice, got along great with my child, willing to do whatever needed done. I loved her flexibility. Highly dfpendable."
Ashley H.
4.5
(6)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nicole and I'm an energetic, creative, and hard-working person! I have worked in the medical field, but fell in love with childcare and worked with care. com for about 10 years. I have experience with all ages. I am CPR and AED certified.
My focus is on giving your child a safe, routine-focused, and creative...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is very sweet and great with my kids. She handles 5 kids just fine! Punctual, will continue to use!"
Adrienne A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a friendly and disciplined babysitter with many years of progressive experience in nurturing and developing children of different ages. I am a super detail-oriented individual who has a special talent for preparing meals and formulas, serving meals, handling children's overall activities, changing diapers and managing...
Holly can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Holly is a delight! She exceeds my/our expectations every time she cares for me or my husband. A very caring, thoughtful, intelligent, non-judgmental and considerate person, she always wants to care for us as we want or need, not "her way." Holly demonstrates...
Joellen F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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."
Daniel L.
Jamiese E.
Kalamazoo, MI
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
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...
Jamiese can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamiese responded promptly to our request, and did a fantastic job watching our 3 children. We will definitely use her again. "
Maggie B.
5.0
(1)
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...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Claire K.
Kalamazoo, MI
$13-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter And Responsible College Student Looking For Nanny Job
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a 4th year medical student and I am looking for a babysitting position until I leave for residency in June! I am definitely open to short term babysitting as well!
I have 6 years of babysitting experience and I am medical first responder trained, with both infant and child CPR training. During my gap year...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hello,
I am a graduate student at WMU in the field of Speech-Language Pathology. I am fully vaccinated and have had experience with children, babies and special needs children and coursework in child development. I have worked at Daycares, other nannying jobs, an autism center, schools and in the campus speech clinic with...
Madelynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Katlynn A.
Portage, MI
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Katlynn. I am 25 years old and have been babysitting since I was 14. I started off babysitting for a couple with two children that quickly grew to five children. After a few years of babysitting I really learned to love watching children learn and grow. I have a passion for learning and child care. I was a nanny for a...
Katlynn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Jada B.
Gobles, MI
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as understanding, friendly, & respectful. I pride myself on my empathy & understanding of others & think this is why I'm able to be patient with adults & children alike. My friendly, playful side is allowed to come out more when I'm working with kids - showing them I can relate & have fun, while also...
Hannah G.
Allegan, MI
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have a lot of experience working with kiddos! I have 7 years of experience and I have worked in many different settings with children ages 2months- 13 years old! I am CPR certified, have a reliable vehicle and I recently graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education from Ferris. I am outgoing, caring and energetic!...
Hello! My name is Ella. I am 20 years old and have been babysitting since I was 10-11. I love being around kids and making fun crafts to do and I always find a way to make tasks fun. I recently graduated from Kalamazoo Valley Community College with an Associate's degree in General Studies. I am currently in school to become an...
Ella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brooklyn C.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a college student with 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping and any other tasks needed.
Brooklyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Karen J.
Kalamazoo, MI
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Able to work with all age groups. Very flexible and active. Love to have fun. Kids and the elderly warm up to me quickly.
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have worked in Mount Pleasant, MI (2021), the YMCA of Cincinatti (2022) and have been babysitting on and off since I was 16. I am a pre-nursing student minoring in business at WMU approaching my third fall semester. I miss being around kids everyday and have no problem helping with distance learning or homework. I am...
Madisen can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I baby sat my nephews and nieces for the past 10 years. I also worked in an orphanage for 3 years in Mexico, ages from baby to 16. I have worked in an early childhood program, which has helped me to become not only knowledgeable in baby and child situations, developmental and emotional stuff, but also it gives me experience. I'm...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Plainwell, MI
Angel M.
5.0
Angel took care of our 3 kids (ages 7, 3, and 1) for a whole day. They had a blast together, and Angel took excellent care of the baby while managing the two very active older brothers!
- Caroline R.
Brenna O.
5.0
Brenna was amazing! She was attentive to my sons needs and always gave me updates on how he was doing. She’s punctual and trustworthy. You can tell she really cares about our son and genuinely loves what she does. Highly recommend!
- Care member
Caelynn U.
5.0
Caelynn responded quickly to messages and although I couldn't hire her due to her schedule, she was honest with the hours she wanted to work.
- Claudia S.
Sam K.
5.0
She took all the efforts that she could to be punctual, take care of the child, take care of the house. She's AWESOME!
- Ashish B.
Eliana B.
5.0
Eliana was a great sitter. Always on time, very nice, got along great with my child, willing to do whatever needed done. I loved her flexibility. Highly dfpendable.
- Ashley H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Plainwell, MI:
How can I find a Plainwell babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Plainwell, 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 5 babysitters in Plainwell, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Plainwell, MI?
The average rate for Plainwell, MI babysitters on Care.com is $14.00 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 Plainwell, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Plainwell, 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.