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Emily U.

Babysitter Available

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
I have worked extensively with children, with over 14 years of experience: as a nanny for both preteens and elementary age children, as a day camp counselor, as a nursery caretaker, and as an overnight camp counselor. I am available for regular slots during the week, with potentially occasional weekend/night availability. I...

Jasmin B. says "We interviewed Emily this evening and hired her for some temporary work before she heads back to school. We are looking forward to working with her. She...

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Emily D.

Babysitter

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi there! My name is Emily and caring for children is my passion! I graduated from Michigan State in 2018 and now work full time in admin for a center that offers various therapies for children in Ferndale, MI. I'm looking to use my extra time at nights or weekends to spend even more time with the kiddos! I have been a...

Xin Z. says "Emily is very loving and fun to play with. Our kid bounded with her immediately and really enjoyed her company."

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Chandra D.

Babysitter / Nanny / Housekeeper

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have many years experience with children. I am Infant and Adult CPR and First Aid Certified. I have a clean driving record and reliable transportation

Katie W. says "Chandra has cared for our two boys for a year now. We very much enjoy having her here & caring for our 1 & 3 year olds! She likes to spend time outside...

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Gabriella S.

Part Time Caregiver Avaliable

Royal Oak, MI

4.7(1)
from
$18/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.

Cecilia G. says "Very good with kids very outgoing, will recommend her to others, my kids love her! She's very active and out going person."

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Devon D.

Royal Oak, MI

3.7(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Devy I have a strong passion for working with children of all ages. I have worked in many classrooms, summer camps and summer schools. I am CPR certified and I have been nannying/babysitting for 7 years. A couple of my hobbies are musical theatre and arts and crafts. I have previously worked in children's entertainment...

Jenn H. says "Devy was an excellent nanny to get us through virtual school. My son learned so much with her and was happy to have her around. She was always on time"

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Erica N.

Caring & Fun Nanny Looking For Work!

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Erica. I am a postpartum doula and certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (car seat tech). I am having my second child in April and will be looking for work starting in July and plan to bring my infant with me. I will also be available to watch your child in my home instead. I have been working with children &...

Joni Z. says "Erica has cared for my kids and was amazing with them at each stage- newborn through elementary age. She is a baby whisperer and amazing with toddlers. She...

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Allison L.

Baby Sitter In Howell, MI

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Allison and I am 25 years old and looking for a part time nannying job. My experience: - I have been babysitting/nannying since for 10 years from ages 4 months - 13 years - I spend my summers in Montana working in the children's program of a dude ranch with ages 3 + -I did one year in New Zealand as a live in...

Jackie C. says "Allie was absolutely wonderful and our daughter ADORED her. We miss her greatly and would recommend her to anyone!"

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Leah J.

Loves Being Greeted With Leah!

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Since I took a babysitting class at 12, I have loved watching children. I am always the adult at the kids table. Previously , I have cared for many families as a professional nanny. Examples: -Family of four children: 1, 3, 5 and 7-year-old as well as a dog. -Family of two had a newborn and 6-year-old. -I spent one summer...

Care Member says "Leah watched my daughter starting at 6wks old. She was phenomenal!! I never had to worry or be concerned. She even sent me pictures throughout the...

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Meghan R.

Child Care

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am 33 years old and have 3 boys of my own. Before having babies, I was a nanny for 5 years with more years of additional evening babysitting experience. I love children and am just looking for a little side gig! I'd be more than happy to help with your family :)

Alex Z. says "We love Meghan! She is always on time, if not early. Our 2 year old calls her "Bane" for some reason and asks for her as often as he does grandma and...

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Kelsey M.

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I love spending time and working with children, it has always been my passion. I am a certified teacher, with over 15 years of experience both babysitting and nannying. Currently, I am a certified teacher, and graduated from Michigan State in 2012. I just finished my 4th year teaching Kindergarten. I love my job, and...

Patricia S. says "We interviewed Kelsey to help at our son's birthday party. She was extremely responsive and very flexible. She offered ideas around arts and crafts for...

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Samantha F.

Nanny

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a responsible, outgoing, organized, and loving person. I graduated from a Bachelors in Kinesiology program where I gained more knowledge on child development. I love crafts and play that focuses on enhancing children's development. I am also very active. I enjoy taking the children out to places such as the park, library,...

Jessica J. says "Samantha is great! Very professional, timely and a great communicator. She is so sweet with our 7 month old son! We trust her completely and would...

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Elle F.

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
FULLY VACCINATED! Hi! I'm Elle; I'm 20 and from Michigan. I come from a big family with 2 sisters and lots of cousins; I love kids. Over the past three years, I've worked as a nanny for a family in Huntington Woods, the following two summers for a family in Bloomfield Hills, and 6 months here in East Lansing. I've attended MSU...
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Nana F.

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I've always been passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I have five years of experience as a childcare provider. I love creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I always put the child's best interests first. I believe in open communication with...

Jiddata S. says "She's one of amazing person I ever know "

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Elizabeth C.

M/W/F Availability And Date Nights!

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Elizabeth and I am a college graduate living in the Royal Oak-Clawson area. **Not available to pick up or drop off** **Not available for full-time positions** Please reach out if you need any help here and there this summer! I have met so many great families in the area and if you need references I am happy...

Care Member says "Elizabeth took care of our 9month baby. She is professional and was able to adapt to our needs very quickly especially with both of us parents working...

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Gina S.

Fun, Patient, Kind Babysitter

Royal Oak, MI

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am a frequent babysitter for 3 children, ages ranging from 6 months to 5 years old. I also frequently babysit my 2 nephews since they were infants, ages 2 and 4. I love spending time with kids and being a part of their growth process. I love reading to them, playing games, teaching them, and having fun. I'm a very active...
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Sarah K.

Part-time Nanny/ Babysitter

Royal Oak, MI

from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, my name is Sarah. I am a 25-year-old individual living in downtown Royal Oak. I have a BS in psychlogy from Michigan State and a Masters in public health from Wayne State University. I have spent many years working with a variety of kids, in positions ranging from in-home nanny, to in a childcare facility, to as a youth aide...
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Brittany B.

Babysitter, Nanny, Tutor, And Music Instructor

Royal Oak, MI

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I am a mom to 4 wonderful boys ranging from 11-5 years. I have been a nanny or sitter for many years. I work in our church's nursery and have also been a tutor, taught at a homeschool co-op, taught piano lessons and also taught horseback riding lessons. I am very comfortable with kids and have been watching kids for the past...
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Jaclyn M.

Babysitter

Royal Oak, MI

from
$11/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting for about 6 years. I am home for the summer and looking to babysit on the weekdays. I go to Western Michigan University as an Elementary Education Major. I am a very extroverted bubbly person. Would love to help any parents that need it.
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Katie D.

Loving And Creative Babysitter

Royal Oak, MI

from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Katie and I am a board-certified music therapist. I also have experience as a camp counselor where I was watching children of all ages from morning to bedtime. Part of my training in both roles included creative problem-solving in difficult situations, supporting children with disabilities, and first-aid. I...
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Elisabeth F.

Babysitter/ Nanny

Royal Oak, MI

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hey! My name is Liz. I have been a nanny for roughly 6 years. Im currently looking for some part-time nannying for the summer. I have my undergraduate degree in Developmental Psychology and currently getting my master in Clinical Counseling in mental health. Currently I work full-time as a preschool aid at Shrine Catholic Grade...
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  • 62 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.60/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.3

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Royal Oak, MI

Babysitters in Royal Oak, MI are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews of the 62 listed babysitters

Emily U.

We interviewed Emily this evening and hired her for some temporary work before she heads back to school. We are looking forward to working...

- Jasmin B.

Emily D.

Emily is very loving and fun to play with. Our kid bounded with her immediately and really enjoyed her company.

- Xin Z.

Chandra D.

Chandra has cared for our two boys for a year now. We very much enjoy having her here & caring for our 1 & 3 year olds! She likes to spend...

- Katie W.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Royal Oak, MI:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Royal Oak, 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 62 babysitters in Royal Oak, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.3. 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 Royal Oak, MI babysitters on Care.com is $18.60 per hour as of June 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 Royal Oak, 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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