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Crystal K.

Full Or Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have years of experience caring for children from ages 6 months to 7 years old. While caring for the children, my responsibilities were looking out for their well-being, preparing meals, housekeeping, transporting the kids to and from school functions and play dates, and helping with homework. In the past, I have had a family...
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Part-time Babysitter, Nanny

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
lived there for several years before moving to Denver in 2020. I've been babysitting since I was in high school and love taking care of kids. I was a day camp counselor in 2015, and have held many day camp jobs at Country Club. I am currently working in corporate but I am looking to have a side job on the weekends/weekday...
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Part-time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, I am Carli and I am hoping to find some jobs around the area after school hours or on the weekends. I currently teach 6th grade special education and I graduated from college in the spring of 23. I have been working around kids ever since I can remember. My mom ran a summer daycare out of our home and I started babysit in...
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Part-time Babysitter/Nanny

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Bethany. I am a Masters of Social Work student at Grand Valley. I have a Bachelors of Social Work. I am looking for summer work only as I will be graduating in August. I have been babysitting and nannying for 8 years. I have experience with a variety of kids from newborns to middle schoolers. I am the oldest of...
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Part-time Or Full Time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello! I am a 25-year-old professional looking for a family to nanny for. I graduated Grand Valley in April of 2020. I am finishing up my master's degree in Behavioral Analysis, and am currently in the process of switching jobs, which has opened up some gaps in my schedule! I am looking for one-time work primarily to fill in...
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Part Time Care Giver Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have been caring for children since age 12 and I enjoy it very much :) I started out caring for a 5-year-old girl and have had plenty of experience with older and younger kids. I also worked at a daycare for about 8 months and mainly worked with older toddlers. I love working with every age. I also have experience in cat/dog...
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Part-time Sitter Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I've been looking after little ones now for 3 years, ranging between 8 and 20 hours a week as needed by the families I sit for. I am used to caring for one to three children at a time, aged infants-4 years old. I'm the youngest kid in my family, so having the opportunity now as a young adult to have fun and care for children is...
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Part-time Infant And Child-Care Provider

Grand Rapids, MI

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! my name is Haylee I am 22 and have had over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've babysat, nannied, worked for a child care after-school program, been a summer camp counselor, been an assistant teacher in a daycare, and run the children's program for my church. I currently work in a school and need...
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Part Time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello :) I work at KentISD currently with young adults with special needs & I am primarily looking for work during summer break. I am the oldest of 6 kids and I have years of experience nannying kids of all ages. I went to school for engineering, and worked in that field for a few years before landing in education. Some of my...
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Part-time Or Full-time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Anne. Over the years I have cared for multiple families, including my 8 nieces & nephews! I would love the opportunity to help a family in caring for their children on an ongoing basis. Looking for full time!
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Experienced Babysitter Available Part-Time And Some Week Nights

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I am a high school math teacher looking to make some extra money during the summer. My fiancé and I recently bought a house and are planning our July 2025 wedding. I am certified to teach 6-12 grade math and health. I have lots of experience working with all ages. I have 5 years of summer camp experience where I was a counselor,...
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Part Time Babysitter Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
I am a college student that loves interacting with kids. I have been an assistant teacher/ demonstrator at my dance studio for children ages 3-12 for about 6 years. I have been babysitting for family and friends for almost 4 years. I am outgoing, energetic, creative, and fun. I love working with children.
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Part-time Care Giver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I'm currently working at MVP Sportsplex in The kidstuff department which cares for infants up 11 years old. I also have done three years of babysitting.
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Ashlyn, I am looking to nanny this summer! I attend Aquinas College and I am majoring in Elementary Education. I have 2 years of experience in childcare centers as well. I am CPR certified, background check and a reliable car. I have been around children of all ages, caring for them as well as teaching them. I...
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Full Time, Part Time Sitter

Grand Rapids, MI

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$14/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Emma, and I'm a young professional based in Grand Rapids, with experience caring for children from 2 months and up. I've worked as a daily nanny for a year and have babysat for families with children of all ages for over 10 years. I'm currently babysitting to help save for my upcoming wedding, and I'd love to support...
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Part-time Nanny

Grand Rapids, MI

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I have babysat for multiple families now and have been a consistent go to for date nights for those people as well! I was also able to nanny my niece as she grew up and learned a lot about taking care of an infant/toddler! I also nannied for a 2-year-old for a few months! Over the years I've gained a lot of experience and my...
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Part-time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$13/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Madi and I love working with kids! I have coached gymnastics since I was 12 and about a year ago started working at a preschool. I go to GVSU and am an elementary education major. Due to my work and school schedule I am only available on the weekends, but that makes me a perfect babysitter for date nights! :)
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Full-Time Teacher Available For Part-Time Babysitting/Tutoring

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I currently teach elementary school full-time, but I am available for occasional babysitting and/or tutoring. I have 16 years of teaching experience and have excellent references that would speak on my behalf. Please consider contacting me. Thank you!

Care Member says "We had JUST moved in, and I had a work call scheduled for the next morning. Jennifer came and took excellent care of my kids! "

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Part-time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm currently working full time and unavailable for new jobs. Being a mom myself, I understand how important it is to find a trustworthy nanny who will become a part of your family. I have experience with infants, toddlers and school age children. It has always been the highlight of my day to see the children I nanny for and...

Care Member says "Jessica has been our nanny for the past 3 years (starting when my son was 2.5) and is only leaving us because my son is going to school full time next...

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Part-time And Full-time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$11/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...

Jennifer C. says "Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing...

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  • 84 part time babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.19/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time babysitters is 4.8

Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Grand Rapids, MI

Part Time Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 84 listed part time babysitters

Jennifer R.

We had JUST moved in, and I had a work call scheduled for the next morning. Jennifer came and took excellent care of my kids!

- Care member

Jessica B.

Jessica has been our nanny for the past 3 years (starting when my son was 2.5) and is only leaving us because my son is going to school full...

- Care member

Jessalynn O.

Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She...

- Jennifer C.

FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in Grand Rapids, MI

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Grand Rapids, MI. While all babysitters on Care.com undergo an annual background check called a CareCheck, it’s best to do your own due diligence before hiring babysitters such as interviewing them, reviewing references, and running your own background check.

When a babysitter is needed part-time and you plan to work with them on a regular basis, you may want to interview a few different candidates. After setting up interviews near you in Grand Rapids, MI, you can ask each babysitter questions about their work style and experience and you can also introduce them to your children to see who they naturally click with.

How much babysitters are paid near you in Grand Rapids, MI depends on a wide variety of factors including how experienced the babysitter is, how many children require care, and the types of babysitting duties you want them to take on. Keeping all of that in mind, the average hourly rate for part-time babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI is $16.19.

If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in Grand Rapids, MI, you can use Care.com to make your search easier. You can review the profiles of different part-time babysitters until you find one who has the experience you’re looking for and whose rates align with your budget.

Part-time babysitters near you in Grand Rapids, MI offer a variety of services, but most focus on providing short-term care for children. Usually you hire a part-time babysitter for one-off babysitting needs such as when you’re attending a child-free wedding or have an appointment you can’t bring your children to. Part-time babysitters can help with homework, light cooking, and keeping your child entertained while you’re out of the house.

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