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60 infant babysitters are listed in Portage, MI
The average rate is $14/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 5 years
Infant babysitters in Portage, MI
Hello my name is Becca . I've had many years of babysitting, working part time at daycares and taking care of my 6 younger siblings. I've always loved working with children, in the fall I'm starting at Western Michigan University to pursue a career in the pediatric medical field. Throughout my whole high school career I was a...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently 24 years old and have been babysitting for 11 plus years. I have babysat from newborn-12+. I have experience with traveling kids to and from activities and places. I worked as a live in nanny for an infant starting at 3 months old. I have over night experience as well with all ages.
Ryleigh can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Ryleigh is a sweet girl and is great with kids. She did many different arts and crafts with the kids and kept them very entertained. We would hire her back in a heart beat!"
Cassie H.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there!
My name is Jordan. I have several years of babysitting/childcare experience. I have experience with all ages from newborns to middle schoolers. I believe in respect, patience, and gentleness, and will always work to provide a space for your children to feel safe, respected and valued as individuals. Message me if...
Jordan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
4.0
"Jordan helped us watch our 2 year old during the school year and was a great choice for our family! She was always on time, responsive, and flexible. She communicated well and was understanding when plans changed on our end (i.e. an ice storm that left us without...
Amanda B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a recent graduate from Michigan State University looking for employment in the Kalamazoo area. I have several years of childcare experience with infants to young teens. I have a reliable car and can provide after school pick-up and care if needed. Please message me if you are interested in setting up a call to...
Jaclyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We haven't had a babysitter since before the pandemic, so we were nervous to leave them with a stranger for six hours. Jaclyn came right on time and even brought an activity to do with my two young boys (3,6). She's somewhat soft-spoken but she's friendly and...
Yvonne L.
Christina P.
Kalamazoo, MI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic, Fun, Experienced Nanny Looking For Occasional Work
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Christina, I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, I have over 10 years of childcare experience, and I am currently looking for full or part time work. In my years working with children, I have babysat, I have nannied; live-in, full- and part-time, and I have taught swim lessons. I am CPR certified, and I have an...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Christina watched my two boys, ages 1 and 3, who are not used to being with a babysitter. She did a wonderful job playing with them and putting them to bed. My three year old kept asking when she was coming back! I'll definitely be giving her a call again."
Amy H.
Joelle D.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!! My name is Joelle and I am about to graduate at WMU with a major in Acting (so I am the BEST at playing make believe). I am extremely qualified to babysit/nanny: 10 years of babysitting and 6 of nannying, I have worked with up to 5 kids in the same household ranging from ages infant- 15!! (I also have a lot of...
Joelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Joelle is very kind and loves playing with my kids. They always look forward to when she's coming over next!"
Francesca S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm an artist with a passion for creativity and a heart for children and pets. I've been babysitting since the age of 14, which has given me valuable experience in caring for kids of all ages. I've also had the opportunity to teach and nanny, allowing me to develop a strong understanding of child development and...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Madison was great with my toddler! She had great communication with me & my toddler had a lot of fun - she won't stop talking about all of the things she and Madison did while I was away! Also, this was my first time hiring a babysitter online. Madison made me feel...
Care member
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:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kassie, I love being around kids and also helping out the parent! I have Roughly six years of experience. I am 21 years old, graduated from Portage Northern High school, Went to Kalamazoo Valley Community College for about a year, now taking a break and trying to figure out what I want to do! I love to go take...
Kassie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Kassie was very caring, punctual and my daughter loved her!! Sad when we didn’t need her any longer!"
Care member
3.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sam and I absolutely love caring for children! I have been working in child care for over 10 years. I can handle long days spent caring for kids and their emotional needs. I have worked as tutor as well as baby sitter. I have a record of always showing up on time to help parents' life run smoothly.
My greatest...
Sam can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
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.
Charlotte R.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi! My name is Charlotte, I'm 21 years old and live in Battle Creek Michigan. I am currently a junior at Western Michigan university studying digital marketing & eCommerce.
I have 6 years of experience with babysitting all ages, and I can provide references from past families!
I do have reliable transportation, I am a...
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Charlotte is a sweet, hardworking girl and makes herself accountable to any schedule! She is also very organized and makes an effort to make a relationship with the kids that she works with! I would recommend her 100%."
Liberty A.
Maci B.
Kalamazoo, MI
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Maci , I have lots of experience with child care I was a summer nanny for the past 3 years, I did a internship working with little kids at school, and I have been babysitting for about 10 years. I am currently working at a daycare in the portage area working in all the classrooms from preschool to infants. I am a...
Maci can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maci is a very hardworking dependable babysitter. She works great with my kids and we have used her as a sitter for a few years now! She has also helped with pet care and is great at that! Would definitely recommend Maci!"
Bill W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kailyn! I am seeking a babysitting/animal caring opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a compassionate and dedicated person who is looking forward to spend time with great kids/animals. As the oldest of 6 children, caregiving had always been part of my life, giving me a lot of experience for this job. My experience...
Kailyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kailyn was wonderful with our 6 week old newborn. Not an easy job taking care of a fussy newborn but she loved on her and kept us updated on how everything was going. Would absolutely use her again! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello I currently work in special education looking to expand my portfolio and available for all ages including infant. I have Healthcare experience as well as psychiatric experience. I'm looking to offer care inside my home with cameras or your home. My rate is flexible and I'm able to lower my rate if I am able to bring my...
Janaija can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Janaija was wonderful without 21 month old. Professional, punctual, and our daughter had a great time!"
Mariam E.
5.0
(3)
Hi, my name is Annie and I am a 3rd year student at WMU studying special education! I am looking for a family to assist where I can! I have 3 years of experience working at summer camps, one being with a special needs child, and about 7 years of experience with babysitting. I have a car and am willing to assist with...
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"You will NOT be disappointed in having Annie caring for your children. If I'm being honest, I am hesitant to write this referral since Annie is such a gem, and I don't want to share her :-) I have had the honor of seeing Annie grow over the course of several...
Karen M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a BCBA with 5 years total experience working in the field of applied behavior analysis and 2 years of experience as a clinician with a client caseload. I specialize in providing evidence-based ABA services that are trauma-assumed, assent-based, and effective toward meaningful behavior change. I have experience working with...
Bethany can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We love Bethany! She makes my kids feel comfortable and safe. She is great at managing autistic meltdowns. She is also very tidy, and helps out around the house without being asked!"
Holly L.
Ashley M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ashley. I have been doing nannying and babysitting gigs part time for the last year and also have experience working with kids teaching art and yoga classes. Other experience includes rideshare driving, caregiving, and pet care as well as a Psychology Bachelors. I love working with kids because it is fun and rewarding.
Ashley can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Ashley was consistent and kept our kids entertained during their time together. She always had them playing, crafting, or otherwise being active."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I hope you are having a great day! My name is Martasia, I'm 18 years old, and I am interested in becoming a babysitter. I've worked at a daycare and I've babysat my sisters and family members growing up. I have my own car and open to other requirements that may be needed. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to...
Martasia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Martasia is a great sitter. She is reliable, on time and communicates well! "
Sarah E.
Hi there! I'm Brooke! I'm currently an elementary education student at WMU and 21 years old. I've been babysitting for years and have worked with all ages and stages of development. I also have experience working with multiple children with special needs. For two years I worked at a preschool with mostly the 4-5-year-olds, but...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Elleghia F.
Kalamazoo, MI
$12-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Elle. I am 18 years old and I am a senior in high school but I am currently only taking 1 class which is weekdays in the morning (7:15-9:30). I was a nanny over the summer for 4 kids (ages: 4, 5, 7 and 8). I have also babysat for babies (4 months and 14 months) and older kids age's ranging from 3-14. I took the...
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Portage, MI
Ryleigh S.
5.0
Ryleigh is a sweet girl and is great with kids. She did many different arts and crafts with the kids and kept them very entertained. We would hire her back in a heart beat!
- Cassie H.
Jordan D.
4.0
Jordan helped us watch our 2 year old during the school year and was a great choice for our family! She was always on time, responsive, and flexible. She communicated well and was understanding when plans changed on our end (i.e. an ice storm that left us without power). Our little one enjoyed when...
- Amanda B.
Jaclyn G.
5.0
Thank you so much Jaclyn for babysitting my kids! They had so much fun. You were reliable, punctual, and very polite. You took such good care of them and they're still talking about the good times they had with you. Thank you for making bracelets with my daughter. You went above and beyond! I can't...
- Inna J.
Christina P.
5.0
Christina watched my two boys, ages 1 and 3, who are not used to being with a babysitter. She did a wonderful job playing with them and putting them to bed. My three year old kept asking when she was coming back! I'll definitely be giving her a call again.
- Amy H.
Joelle D.
5.0
Joelle is very kind and loves playing with my kids. They always look forward to when she's coming over next!
- Francesca S.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Portage, MI
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Portage, MI in June, 2024?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Michigan, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Portage have rates starting at $14.76.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Portage, MI?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 42 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Portage, MI?
There are 42 infant babysitters near you in Portage, MI. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.
Ratings for Portage, MI infant babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Infant Babysitters in Portage, MI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters.