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Avery C.

Part Time Care Giver Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi I'm Avery! I am moving back home to Grand Rapids after living in Atlanta for 4 years! I have always worked with kids even prior to my healthcare job! I had been a nanny for 5+ years before going to work in a children's hospital as a behavior therapist for kids on the autistic spectrum! I have a wide range of age groups I have...
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Part-time Babysitter

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am an auntie, totally an auntie! I love to squish, spoil, and sweeten up kiddos. I cannot lie. I am a middle child of a huge blended family. My siblings have blessed me with 2 nieces and 3 nephews ages between 7-1. Growing up my 3 younger brothers helped me acquire my motherly loving and nurturing traits. My older siblings...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have a wide range of experience caring for children of various ages. I babysat for neighbors during my high school years and was a summer nanny for two different summers. I have worked with preschool age to elementary age. I have experience working as an ASD paraprofessional. In addition I have worked in a Group Home for...
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Part-Time Babysitter

Grand Rapids, MI

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
I have experience watching kids between the ages 2-9. I enjoy playing games, and art & crafts with kids. I have some experience in helping in a daycare setting. I have experience also caring for Dogs and house sitting.
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Part Time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I have lots of experience caring for children of all ages and all abilities. I love doing arts and crafts and doing activities in the community. Any questions just ask!
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Part-time Babysitter

Grand Rapids, MI

4.5(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a recent graduate from Grand Valley State University where I majored in HR management. I am currently working in the HR field in Grand Rapids. I work full time during the week but would love to have the opportunity to be available for weekends or date nights upon occasion! I babysat during my teenage years and am really...

Justin W. says "Our kids adore Hailey! Extremely friendly & dependable. She continues to babysit for our two kids (7 months & 2 years) on a regular basis."

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Part-time Babysitter Available For Your Needs!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
Hello! I am a self employed woman with free time in my schedule and a love for kids! I was a babysitter from age 12-18, certified in CPR classes, and took care of children from newborns to tweens. I was also a counselor at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp in high school, taking care of middle schoolers in the evenings and watching over...
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Part-time/ As Needed Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
from
$5/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello. My name is MacKenzie. I'm married and live in Walker, MI. I have a lot of experience with children. I am one of 10 Children and have 3 children of my own. I also have experience taking care of animals and the elderly. I am looking for a few jobs to do as needed on the side. Please feel free to contact me with any...

Cindy D. says "Kenzie was a caregiver for our son two days a week last spring semester when he was 17-20 months old. It was very obvious that our son took to her and...

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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
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Pediatric Nurse Looking For Part Time Work!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi everyone!! My name is Jordan. I am a pediatric nurse looking for part time work in the Grand Rapids, MI area! I have been a nurse for over 2 years. Prior to being a nurse, I was a nanny all throughout nursing school. I am comfortable with taking care of pets, housework/chores, cleaning, helping with homework, etc. I am also...
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Part Time Nanny Or Babysitter Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, I'm Heather. I'm a recent college graduate with 2 degrees. I studies graphic design as well as communication studies, but my real passion is caring for others. I spent most of my preteen/teenage years watching my cousins. At 14 my sister was born, and for 5 years, I helped raise her. I also nannied for about 2 years,...
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Baby Sitter, Part-Time Caregiver, Nanny

Grand Rapids, MI

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$23/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Hannah-calm, caring, and your kid's new favorite sidekick. I've worked with children professionally since 2021, including as an ABA Technician supporting kids with ASD. I studied Elementary Ed (GRCC) + Psychology (U of M) and love turning everyday moments into learning adventures. Beginning mid-September, I will only be...
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Part To Full Time Babysitter Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have loved interacting and working with kids for as long as I can remember. I have been blessed with three siblings (two of which are younger than me) so that started off my babysitting experiences at a young age. I have worked with a wide variety of ages from newborns to age 14, I am really comfortable working with any...
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Empathetic Caretaker

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Taylor and I love caring for others of all ages! I am currently going to school part time to pursue my dream job of being an elementary school teacher. Both of my classes are online, so my work schedule is extremely flexible! Growing up I often babysat my younger brother who has type 1 diabetes. Since diabetes is...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$12/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I am an experienced babysitter born and raised in Grand Rapids, MI. I am currently a Senior at Central Michigan University, studying child developmental psychology as well as working part-time as a Life Insurance sales representative. I have always loved working with kids and learning about child development, as well as...
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Payton From Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
I have many years of experience babysitting. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping, along with anything else that you may need help with. I used to be an assistant cheer coach, and worked with the youth program when I was in high school. I enjoy working with kids and helping them have fun and realize who they...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Katie and I am recently graduated from nursing school. Starting in the middle of July I will be a pediatric RN. Leading up until then I am looking for part time care, and can do date nights also! I love the Lord, and am very involved at my church. Reach out if you need any help!
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Exploration And Safety

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With several years of babysitting and part time nannying experience, I can offer a safe and fun environment for your children to live and play! I am a recent graduate looking to help my community during the covid 19 pandemic. The best way I saw to do this was to help keep families safe through tutoring and childcare. I am a...
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Responsible, Experienced, Thoughtful Babysitter

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am married and work part time as a clinical social worker at a local children's Hospital. I have mainly worked with children/adolescent population but also have experience working with adults and children. I have consistently babysat for both date nights and long-term scheduled/nanny positions throughout the past 16 years. I...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have 10+ years of experience working in childcare professionally as a nanny and daycare teacher and I studied Early Childhood Development in college. I have been a full time nanny for a multiple families, including providing in-home care for infants as young as 2 weeks. I was a full time infant teacher, working with ages 2...
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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

Hailey M.

Our kids adore Hailey! Extremely friendly & dependable. She continues to babysit for our two kids (7 months & 2 years) on a regular basis.

- Justin W.

Kenzie S.

Kenzie was a caregiver for our son two days a week last spring semester when he was 17-20 months old. It was very obvious that our son took...

- Cindy D.

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

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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