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Cassandra A.
Kent City, MI
$13-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Cassandra but I like to be called Cassie for short. I am a high school graduate and I am CPR and First aid certified.
I really enjoy being around kids and have worked with kids for pretty much my whole life. When I was about 12 I started to work in my church's Nursery. Then at 17 I started babysitting kids for...
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cassie was an absolute angel! We were so so lucky to have her care for our infant/toddler son. She was so patient and kind and truly played with him. She was always thoughtful about activities and taught him so much! We were heartbroken that we couldn't take her...
Aria T.
Jenna A.
Rockford, MI
$18-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
Miss Jenna: Dedicated Nurturer & Joy-Bringer To Little Hearts
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Jenna! I am 28 years old, with a bachelors in psychology, and down the road I will get my masters to become a clinical therapist! (It will be all online) A little bit about me first I live in Rochester Hills, Michigan with my fiancé and my adorable 6 pound toy poodle named Chance. We enjoy hiking, movies/tv, video...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have hired several great nannies over the last 5 years, but we have never had anyone as fabulous as Jenna! She is truly amazing- not only do our kids adore her, but the activities she did every day, and the outings she arranged were impressive and...
Kristin H.
Amie R.
Belmont, MI
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience in watching children. I have been a sitter for numerous families along with having years of experience being a before and after school nanny and a full time nanny multiple families.
Amie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amie was so sweet and was available on very short notice to care for my 5 year old. My daughter loved her as well because she was so attentive and engaging. I would definitely hire Amie again!"
Angela K.
5.0
(1)
I've been a full-time teacher for 13 years and have taught at both public and private schools. I've taught nationally and internationally. I'm open to tutoring students for both science and math.
Audry can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Audry for about 8 years. She is excellent when working with kids. She respectful, responsible, genuine, emphatic and very caring. Most of the students that have had her class see her a role model. I highly recommend her to take care of your kids. She...
Cindy R.
Caroline V.
Kent City, MI
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caroline. I am 18 years old, but I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old! I have lots of experience with kids of all ages and backgrounds, as I worked in a daycare with newborns all the way through school aged children. I'd love to play outside, read, do crafts, cook for and care for your children. I took a...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's very sweet and great with kids!"
Priscilla C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Allexis, but you can call me Lexi. I am a second year student attending GRCC. I have 6 years experience with childcare and have cared for children ranging from 10 months to 14 years. I am looking to find my mini best friend(s) that I can take to the beach, the zoo, the park, and wherever else we want to go that...
Allexis can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our 3 and 1 year old loved the day spent with Lexi and we cant wait for her to come back :) She is on time and communicates with us throughout the day."
Andrea G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years experience with caring for the elderly. Love being able to care for and help with everyday living task that may have become difficult for you're loved one. My passion is caring for others. I'm willing to do light house keeping, run errands, spend time quality time chatting with you're loved one as well as...
Malerie can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Malerie is dependable, kind, and patient, just the wrong timing for Mom's needs. We would definitely recommend her, she's great!"
Deanne S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Patti. I have been involved in daycare settings, babysitting and nanny jobs for over 10 years. I have taken care of infants- 12 years but most experience is with infants- 5 years. My first nanny job the children were 6 weeks and a 2-year-old. I had another nanny job and the children were 1, 3 and 4 years old. I work...
Patti can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Patti has worked for us for the past year as a nanny four days a week for our three year old and 18 month old. She is the most reliable nanny that we have ever had. She is 10 minutes early every day and has never called in sick. I never have to doubt that she will...
Lindsey P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Qi'Shaun but you can also call me Q.
I have been babysitting in the Grand Rapids area for the last 10 years. Children's ages range from newborn to 13 years old. I understand each family is different in their own way and I enjoy connecting with the children through the games, age-appropriate activities, and...
Qi'shaun can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Qi'Shaun is great. She plays with my kids, is trustworthy and reliable. My kids love her and are excited when she comes to babysit."
Crystal S.
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, kind-hearted, and hard working.
I've learned through working as a babysitter that patience is key. My main goal is to always make kids feel comfortable and give them a space to be themselves!
I'm looking for a job that can allow me to make extra money on the weekends. I'm currently in...
5.0
"Ashlinn is a wonderful person. She is great with children of all ages. She is very respectful and kind hearted as well."
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have worked with kids starting from 1 year to 12 years of age. I grew up in Michigan but have lived in Thailand for the past four years and worked with kids over there, teaching them English, babysitting for families, and supervising them. I am currently a college student studying Child and Adolescent Psychology, along with...
Madalynne can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Madalynne is great! Always on time, super dependable! We love her!"
Stephanie C.
Mckenzie D.
Gowen, MI
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am McKenzie, I go by Kenzie. I'm 22 years old with 7 years babysitting/nanny experience. I enjoy the outdoors, crafts, adventures, and laughing. I have experience with ages ranging between newborn to 14-year-olds and with multiple children, also I have worked in a daycare watching multiple children at the same time. I...
Mckenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kenzie helped us care for our daughter for 10 months. We had a wonderful experience with her and couldn’t recommend her enough. She was extremely reliable and communicative. But most importantly, she genuinely cared about our daughter and became like family. She...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Years of experience with children, laundry, housework & household management as both a live in and live out nanny. Also experienced with and open to a nanny share. Dependable transportation, neat and organized, excellent at prioritizing and multi tasking. Enjoy children of all ages. I have a 10/2021 girl that accompanies me to...
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sara was really great with my boys! Very dependable, great with communication and went above and beyond what was asked to keep our home life balanced! She did a wonderful job distracting my 5 and 3 year old when they were fighting, all while balancing my 5 mo old...
Kristina G.
Aleesha S.
Grant, MI
$16-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Aleesha! I have been babysitting since I was a teenager, more than 10 years of experience! I love working with children and have two daughters. My oldest is 5 and loves to play and interact with other kids. She's been nannying with me since I started when she was 4 months old. My youngest is 18 months old. It would be my...
Aleesha can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Aleesha has been amazing for my family. She nannied my baby and was willing to watch him at my house or hers. We opted for hers do to us working from home. She was so easy to work with, and my baby was always so chatty after leaving her house, so I know he enjoyed...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional nanny since 2010. I have experience with children of all ages, from infants to teens, but most of my experience is with infants/toddlers. I love teaching kids about the world around them, going for walks, reading, playing outside and in, and I'm comfortable supervising swim time. I'm CPR and first aid...
Christine can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christy was our family's nanny for two years, while our child was a toddler and preschooler. She did a great job for us! She is reliable, trustworthy and kind. She took our child on outings to the library and museum and also did some light housekeeping and errands....
Marilyn I.
Michela C.
Belmont, MI
$13-36/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
have around 3 years of nannying experience with ages 0-7 while I lived up .
Growing up, some of my fondest memories were with my babysitters. I truly looked up to them, as one of them even steered me towards my current career. I want to carry that loving and accepting influence during my journey as a part-time nanny.
I am very...
Michela can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Michela was amazing with our 4 kids under 6.
(5M, 3F, 2F, 10moM)
They took right to her and she had the rare gift of keeping them occupied even when I'm working from home. I never was interrupted and they never complained. She made them lunch, cleaned up after...
Mitchell G.
Cassandra T.
Comstock Park, MI
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Mom / Sitter / Artist & Paleontologist / Current College Student
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! I had 4 years of babysitting experience prior to raising my own two, now adult, daughters. I've recently had experience working with autistic teens. I can provide basic cooking, have my own car, and am a non-smoker.
Beyond that, I am highly creative and artistic. If you've got art projects for your kid(s) to work...
Cassandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Cassandra has great judgment and communication. She helps our kids settle into their routines and works well with our unique needs and personalities. We have hired her as a short term part-time caregiver and it's working well."
Lisa R.
Hi! I have had babysitting jobs here and there over the years, but now as a mom of two toddlers I am looking to start babysitting more full time! I am a very interactive, and energetic person, but also know how to set boundaries for a safe environment.
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Amie R.
Belmont, MI
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have previous experience working overnight in home hospice care and a have worked in a senior living home. As well as many years of direct care for my Grandmother.
Amie can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Amanda N.
Sparta, MI
$20-30/hr
I have 10 years of experience as a nanny and babysitter. I can help with full house keeping (if children are old enough to occupy themselves for periods of time for me to clean - 5+ years residential cleaning experience) and Laundry. I am a loving 38 yr old who is unable to have children, so I have always lived vicariously...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Sand Lake, MI
Cassandra A.
5.0
Cassie was an absolute angel! We were so so lucky to have her care for our infant/toddler son. She was so patient and kind and truly played with him. She was always thoughtful about activities and taught him so much! We were heartbroken that we couldn't take her with us when we moved. She made our...
- Aria T.
Jenna A.
5.0
We have hired several great nannies over the last 5 years, but we have never had anyone as fabulous as Jenna! She is truly amazing- not only do our kids adore her, but the activities she did every day, and the outings she arranged were impressive and above-and-beyond what we ever expected. She is...
- Kristin H.
Amie R.
5.0
We love her! She's great, friendly, fun, and really sweet. We are excited to have found such a great babysitter that we will use time and time again!!
- Nikki L.
Audry P.
5.0
I have known Audry for about 8 years. She is excellent when working with kids. She respectful, responsible, genuine, emphatic and very caring. Most of the students that have had her class see her a role model. I highly recommend her to take care of your kids. She is awesome :).
- Cindy R.
Caroline V.
5.0
She's very sweet and great with kids!
- Priscilla C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Sand Lake, MI:
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How much do babysitters charge in Sand Lake, MI?
The average rate for Sand Lake, MI babysitters on Care.com is $15.57 per hour as of May 2024. 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 Sand Lake, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Sand Lake, MI through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.