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60 college nannies are listed in Sparta, MI
The average rate is $12/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby college nannies is 5 years
College nannies in Sparta, MI
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience babysitting children ages 6 weeks to 13 years old, including special needs and disabled children. This includes many date nights, summer nannying as well as before and after school care via my own reliable transportation. I am a college senior studying behavioral neuroscience at GVSU. I love all kids...
Talia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Talia became part of our family. She took amazing care of or kids and always got them to school on time each day with all of their materials. We have a reactive dog and she did amazing with him as well. Even after we no longer needed her for morning child care I...
Olivia A.
Avery W.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Avery. I am 24 years old. I am a college student pursuing dental hygiene school. I have nannied for four years part time and full time for a few different families, which included driving to planned outings and pick ups/ drops offs. I originally majored in early childhood education, so I also have one year of...
Avery can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have four kids ages 4, 5, 6, and 8. She is able to keep all of them happily interacting on the same activities. The kids are always asking how soon she can come back"
Mark D.
Leah W.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Leah W.
I am 23 years old. I've grown up in a family of 9 and learned at a young age how to care for children.
From 14-16 I had a job as a tutor for 2 children. I nannied a 4-month-old and 5-year-old for six months. My most recent job was a nanny to four kids ages: 2, 3, 7, 9 (while I was in college) it was...
5.0
"Leah was our nanny for 6 months with our baby (age 4-10 months) and 5 year old. She was very kind and reliable. She has a laid back personality and very easy to work with. Our girls loved her. Leah was especially good with our 5 year old and would play creative...
Lauren L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Currently available for weekends/date nights!
Hi! My name is Julia and I am 21 years old and a student at Grand Valley State University. I am currently a nanny for a family (1 yr, 4yr, 6yr old) for almost a year but looking to fill in the other days I have off! I've had several experiences with children which include being a...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Taylor! I love arts and crafts, reading, playing games, and outdoor activities! Working with children has always been my passion. I've cared for newborns to 11 years old. Currently looking for long term work and to be apart of wonderful family! Hope to hear from you.
5.0
"She was great with my 2 1/2 year old daughter. My daughter loved her and my house was picked up and cleaned when I got home!! Definitely having her back again! "
Vicky D.
4.0
(1)
Outgoing and sociable nanny with impending Masters degree, Bachelors in Psychology, and associates in Early Childhood Education. Over 8 years in childcare experience including mastery level completion of the Early Childhood Education II program at OHM Boces. Most recent position held with family of three children, since 2020.
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
4.0
"Rachel was a former student of mine who is now doing some observation hours in my classroom. She is a responsible, caring young adult who works hard to get the job done and does it to the best of her ability."
Rosemary P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Creating a safe and loving environment for children is a goal that I have for every family that I step into. Being active and engaging with creative minds is mostly how I connect with children. I am more than comfortable with infants and young children. I have experience as a nanny, in school settings and as an RBT for kiddos...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sydney is the absolute best! You will always know your little is safe and in great hands when she's around.
She came to help my family when my baby was just turned 4 months old. She has always been patient, kind, punctual, and attentive.
My little girl just...
Etinosa A.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am 21 yrs old. I am currently in nursing school so afternoons and nights work best with my class schedule! I'm very professional and will provide exceptional care for your children. I have extensive experience looking after children of all ages 0-8 since I was 15. I have work with children who had been diagnosed with...
Jayme can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very polite and my kids loved her! "
Tyler F.
5.0
(1)
I have been a nanny for the last three and a half years years for various families. I have loved the experience of fostering an educational environment. I have also enjoyed creating a safe place for children to explore the world. I am currently nannying full time as well as attending grcc in the fall. I'm looking to babysit date...
Veronica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Veronica is wonderful with Children. She is is always thinking of ways to better their day. She is awesome and anyone who employs her will no doubt feel the same way."
Ronny T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking to nanny/babysit around my full time hospital job schedule (3 days a week) as much as possible for the summer, and potentially to continue into the fall.
I am a nursing student with hopes to be in the NICU someday. I love children and babies! I have 4-5 years of experience with child and infant care. I am CPR & First...
Tricia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nikki and I love working with kids!! I go to Calvin University and I am majoring in social work with the hope to become a child therapist. I have 8 years of experience babysitting, 1 year of day care experience, and 2 summers of nanny experience. I have also helped out in a first grade class and did ABA therapy...
Nikki can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nikki is all that you would want in a caretaker. She is responsible and punctual. She is friendly. She is creative in her play and since she watched my daughter as I worked from home it was great to hear my daughter laughing and having a good time. My daughter...
Kimberly V.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a child care provider that has worked in the field of Early Childhood Education for over 10 years. I have worked in many different areas of child care. I was an Infant and Toddler Teacher for 3 years, and I then worked as a Director of a Child Care facility, as well as a Preschool Teacher for 5 years. I also worked for a...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We were blessed to have Sarah in our lives for the last two years. She has been amazing with our now two year old from day 1. She always paid undivided attention to our son and treated him like one of her own. She was also my "mom fairy" as she helped me with...
Laura F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Talented, energetic preschool teacher with 10+ years experience. Certified in CPR and first aid. I have a 7-year-old son and 2-year-old daughter. I am looking for a family who is willing for me to watch their child in my home or bring my daughter with me. I love doing crafts, music, and outdoor activities.
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melissa is a compassionate caregiver. She loves children and I loved that she loved ours as her own! She has so much energy and I'm so glad my children got to play with her almost every day for several years!"
Jennifer D.
Lindsey G.
Rockford, MI
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Lindsey, 35 years old and a full-time student and mother of two. I have nearly seven years of experience as a nanny. Over the years, I have cared for children of all ages from infant/toddler to school-age children. I love working with kids and plan to work in pediatrics after nursing school. I love to read and do art...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Erin V.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Student Seeking Part Time Babysitter/Nanny Position
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Erin! I am a kind, creative, fun loving, person looking for a part time position. I have 3+ years working professionally as a nanny for children ages 2-8. I am currently in school studying Occupational Therapy Assistance and plan to work in pediatrics after graduating. I currently work as a neuro rehabilitation...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Grace, I am a sophomore at Western Michigan majoring in nursing, with a minor in childhood development. I am incredibly passionate about what I do, and have been caring for children of all ages for almost 6 years! I started by babysitting for families in my neighborhood, and gradually found my way to Care. I have...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Grace K.
Rockford, MI
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny; Babysitter; Special Needs Caregiver; Senior Caregiver
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Grace and I am a graduate student studying speech-language pathology. At my university's speech and hearing clinic, I serve as a graduate student clinician where I treat both pediatric and adult clients with a variety of disorders and needs. In the future, I hope to become a pediatric speech-language...
Grace can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hey!
I'm Alex, a vibrant 32-year-old from Grand Rapids, and I'm on the lookout for an amazing family to join as a part time nanny.
I'm currently embracing the student life again, pursuing my degree in Computer Information Systems through online courses at Ferris State. This exciting journey not only fuels my love for learning...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Megan O.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a senior nursing student (University of Michigan) who has worked as a nanny and babysitter for about 8 years now. I have experience with children of all ages, from newborn on up, as well as many children with special needs. While I am home from school this summer, I'm looking for some great little ones to care for and...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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Recent college nanny reviews from local parents in Sparta, MI
Talia B.
5.0
Talia became part of our family. She took amazing care of or kids and always got them to school on time each day with all of their materials. We have a reactive dog and she did amazing with him as well. Even after we no longer needed her for morning child care I have called on her on an as needed...
- Olivia A.
Avery W.
5.0
I have four kids ages 4, 5, 6, and 8. She is able to keep all of them happily interacting on the same activities. The kids are always asking how soon she can come back
- Mark D.
Leah W.
5.0
Leah was our nanny for 6 months with our baby (age 4-10 months) and 5 year old. She was very kind and reliable. She has a laid back personality and very easy to work with. Our girls loved her. Leah was especially good with our 5 year old and would play creative games with our daughter all day long....
- Lauren L.
Taylor G.
5.0
She was great with my 2 1/2 year old daughter. My daughter loved her and my house was picked up and cleaned when I got home!! Definitely having her back again!
- Vicky D.
Rachel W.
4.0
Rachel was a former student of mine who is now doing some observation hours in my classroom. She is a responsible, caring young adult who works hard to get the job done and does it to the best of her ability.
- Rosemary P.
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FAQs for finding a college nanny near you in Sparta, MI
How much do college nannies charge near me in Sparta, MI?
How much college nannies charge near you in Sparta, MI can vary based on each nanny, as all nannies on Care.com charge their own unique rate. That being said, the average hourly rate for college nannies on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $12.00.
How can I find a college nanny near me in Sparta, MI?
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What steps can I take to safely hire a college nanny near me in Sparta, MI?
There are currently 2 college nannies near you in Sparta, MI on Care.com. We request all college nannies on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles with a badge on them, all college nannies who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. We do strongly recommend you conduct your own private background check, request references, and interview candidates to hire a college nanny safely.
What types of services do college nannies near me in Sparta, MI offer?
Many college nannies on Care.com list the services they offer on their profiles, but you can also interview different candidates to get an idea of what services they feel comfortable taking on. When looking for a college nanny near you in Sparta, MI, you should sit down and write a list of everything you want the college nanny to help with before you interview them so you know what questions to ask them to get on the same page. For example, you may need help with transportation to after school activities or may need assistance with light house work.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for a college nanny near me in Sparta, MI?
When you’re looking for a college nanny near you in Sparta, MI, alongside asking about services they offer in the interview, you will also want to ask them about their work experience, how they prefer to interact with children, and how they’ll handle difficult situations like disciplining a child.