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157 babysitters are listed in Traverse City, MI
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Traverse City, MI
Between babysitting, nannying in college and now being a PE and Health teacher, I have 10+ years of experience! I love to be outdoors as my current job is outdoors 24-7. Adventure and creativity come easy to me.
Kate can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hey! My name is Marlee and I'm 21 years old. I grew up in Traverse City and have done local babysitting on and off since age 15. I have also occasionally volunteered at a local elementary school to help with after school care. The last nine months I have been in Spain working as an au pair. There, I was living with and caring...
Marlee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Sarah! I graduated with my bachelors in 2020 from Central Michigan University and currently in the Speech-Language Pathology masters program at Central Michigan University- but completing my internship at U of M. I am looking to babysit part-time throughout the spring/summer in Ann Arbor, MI. I love kids! I am...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I'm Hope! I am 21 years old and I'm from Traverse City. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and I have nannying experience. I have always loved kids and I have three young nephews that I love spending time with!
Hope can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kailyn C.
Traverse City, MI
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a mom of one and grew up babysitting relatives kids and my younger siblings as well as kids from our church. I'm looking for some hours to fill my winter schedule
Skills:
First Aid
Guinevere B.
Traverse City, MI
$17-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Guinevere and I am 23 years old. I have spent the last two and a half years being a certified nursing assistant. I spent 2 years in long term and memory care. The last 6 months I worked as a Hospice/Home aide. I have reliable transportation, I am a non smoker and recently became CPR certified. I grew up with...
Hannah C.
Traverse City, MI
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience babysitting and nannying children between the ages of 3 and 14. Flexible schedule, willing to travel.
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Allison B.
Traverse City, MI
$17-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello!
I'm Ally and I've been babysitting and nannying since I was 12 years old. Spending time with kids of all ages and helping them learn and grow is my passion. My schedule is very flexible and I am open to helping out with any household needs :)
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have dealt with many children, I'm very kind, responsible, respectful, and fun. I'm very good at taking care of kids I have been babysitting since I was 15. I'm very responsible when it comes to watching children.
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Whitney A.
Traverse City, MI
$20/hr • 17 yrs exp
I have 15+ years of babysitting and experience working with kids. I currently work full time as the volunteer coordinator for local events. I have been a Big Sister with Big Brothers Big Sisters for almost 7 years and am on their Board of Directors. I used to run the preschool VBS program at my church, taught kindergarten Sunday...
Whitney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Kaleena M.
Traverse City, MI
$32/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Kaleena, I am 32 years old and I am a world traveler, adventure seeker, kind and compassionate career nanny whom is a Traverse City native! Children have been my passion for years now. As the oldest of 4, I quickly maintained the ability to take charge, love well and help in all areas. I started babysitting at the age...
Kaleena can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My names Bridget I am 23 years old and have been a care taker for 6 years now . CNA and first aid certified. First worked for an agency called options in community living in my hometown Madison, Wi doing home care for many patients with different disabled needs . I am trained with personal cares , diabetes cares, g tubes and...
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I am an older sister to a 5 and 14-year-old, so on top of babysitting for other families, I have spent a lot of time watching kids at home!! I love cooking, arts & crafts, reading, spending time outdoors, you name it! Anything that requires some fun and imagination is my game. I enjoy babysitting not only because kids are purely...
Skills:
CPR
I started working with kids when I was in high school. I used to babysit all the time in high school. now I need a more flexible schedule and thought I would come back to it!
In my spare time, I like to read.
Mother of one and have been babysitting on and off since I was 12 :) siblings, neighbors kids, relatives
Reliable, own transportation, tc area
Kailyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Experienced babysitter
Ellison H.
Traverse City, MI
$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a fun and outgoing babysitter who loves spending time with children. I have 8 years of babysitting experience and 3 years of childcare experience. I truly enjoy working with kids and helping them learn and grow. I am reliable, responsible and always punctual. My hobbies include singing, hiking, and music. I'm looking forward...
Ellison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Morgan E.
Traverse City, MI
$5-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been caring for children since I was 12 years old. Started off watching my cousins 3 sons who ranged in age from 2-6 when I first started caring for them. I then started babysitting more frequently, which included a wide range of ages and amounts of children. I am experienced in watching triplet infants and have cared for...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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I recently moved to Traverse City November of 2023 and am available to nanny or babysit part - time.
I have been babysitting for family, friends, and colleagues for over 15 years and I will make sure your children have fun while adhering to your rules. I am able to provide home cooked meals...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
6+ years of nanny and babysitting experience. Caring for newborns to 12-year-olds. Also experience caring for kids and adults with special needs, as I have a younger sister with Down Syndrome. My mom owns and runs a daycare from home so I am CPR, First Aide and Blood Born Pathogen trained and certified.
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Traverse City, MI:
How can I find a Traverse City babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Traverse City, 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 157 babysitters in Traverse City, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Traverse City, MI?
The average rate for Traverse City, MI babysitters on Care.com is $17.55 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 Traverse City, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Traverse City, 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.
Ratings for Traverse City, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Traverse City, MI are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 157 listed babysitters.