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60 weekend nannies are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 7 years
Weekend nannies in Grand Rapids, MI
Jessica D.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Graduate Student Looking For Evening/Weekend Opportunities
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Jess! I am a full time graduate student studying physical therapy at GVSU and am looking for some occasional babysitting opportunities! Since I am a student, my schedule will vary - but I am generally available in the evenings on weekdays and most of the day Friday through Sunday! I babysat all through high...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jess watched my kids for a full day while I was at work. She was on time, helped my son get on and off the bus, and even stayed a little longer to play with my daughter after school because she was so excited to see her again. Would recommend and hope to hire...
Ruth M.
Hello Parents!!!
Career nanny of 7 years looking for my next family to help out full-time. I have an easy going 1-year-old baby girl who loves to come along for adventures.
I nannied for the most amazing family for 7 years and can offer a recommendation letter if needed. Before nannying I worked as an Infant Teacher at...
Jasmin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
BEFORE and AFTER SCHOOL CARE
Responsible caretaker, with grandma characteristics and love for your child(ren). Entertain, play games, homework, prepare breakfast any other duties.
Love to do before and occasional after school care.
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Sarah! Working with children has always been a passion of mine, so I went on to study Early Childhood Education at Cornerstone University. Upon graduation, I worked as a lead teacher in a 12-18 month daycare classroom before becoming a professional nanny.
I have a decade of lifeguarding experience, so I take water...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We felt that our 5 month old was in excellent hands with Sarah on our night out while on vacation. She was punctual, professional and highly qualified to care for our infant. We absolutely recommend her!"
Peter B.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been around kids my entire life as my mom ran an in-home daycare while I was growing up. It was my favorite thing to help with the younger kids and babies! I started babysitting in middle school and have been involved with kids in some capacity ever since, whether it be sitting, volunteering, working in a daycare, or...
Abby can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I recently moved to the area and am seeking part-time babysitting opportunities. If you are looking for a babysitter for a date night or a weekend trip, I would love to help you. I work full-time as a high school teacher, but I have 8+ years of experience and have worked with children of all ages in day camps and school...
Patricia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Patricia (Claire) was our full-time nanny this past summer. She cared for our three children (11, 11, and 8 years old) at home and outside (including transporting the children to various activities). Claire was extremely punctual; she arrived early every single...
Carolina T.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an energetic and loving 25-year-old recent college graduate with a degree in K-12 Special Education and 8-12 English. I was a nanny for a young boy with Down Syndrome for four summers, and I also have an older brother with Down Syndrome. With my experience in previous nannying positions, running Vacation Bible Schools,...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been working with children my whole life. An award winning tutor at my high school working with primary aged children with adhd. I've been a Sunday school teacher and babysitter for them for 3+ years. I have lots of experience with animals with children and I've been a nanny for one vacation with a family.
Kelcey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Kaitlin R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5 years of experience between babysitting and being a nanny. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I am fun and energetic and plan to always keep the kids busy with new and exciting activities. I am currently in graduate school at GVSU and interested in babysitting on the weekends for date nights!
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I am a full time nanny of twin babies. I am available as an occasional or one time sitter in the evenings or on the weekends!
Gretchen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Allie L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a graduate from the University of Wisconsin - Parkside with a degree in Applied Health Sciences and a certificate in exercise science; I am also CPR and first-aide certified.
I currently work as a vision therapist. I have nannied from ages 6 months-12 years old. I have experience with children with autism, muscular...
Allie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Erriana and I have been caring for children since I was 13 years old. I have worked as a care provider for my church in the nursery and Sunday school classes. I have worked with children ages ranging from 10 years old to 1-month-old. The most recent family I worked for had four children, two of which were...
Erriana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
I have over 25 years of experience including babysitting, teaching Sunday School, running an after-school science program while attending Michigan State, leading a girl scout troop, and all my years as a stay-home-parent with my kids. Currently, I'm working with Michigan Teachers of Tomorrow to earn my teaching certificate and...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kailyn E.
Grand Rapids, MI
$12-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Kailyn. Right now I am looking to help out with date night opportunities on the weekends. I am currently in grad school studying occupational therapy and I nanny part time. I have been babysitting for 12 years and have experience with all age ranges. I also have experience working with children diagnosed with...
Kailyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello
I am a 25 years old child caregiver, and a wife and mother. I have been nannying since I was 18 years old. I have been working with kids since 12-13 yrs old. I have been involved in the nursery, Sunday School, and babysitting. I love watching kids grow! I love to be outside and go for walks, go to parks, the zoo etc. I...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily has been our family's nanny for the past 6.5 years. She began with us when my oldest was only 8 weeks old. When we added to our family 2 years later, she handled our (then) 25 month old and newborn twins like a pro. Emily provides structure and discipline...
Barb K.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of babysitting/nannying experience including infants, twins, toddlers, and elementary school aged kids. I am currently studying nutrition at Grand Valley and I love working with kids! I am able to help with one-time babysitting on evenings/weekends! Please feel free to message me if you have any questions.
Ariane can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jamie S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.6
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have a bachelor's degree in child psychology and have been a nanny for several families. I have been a full time nanny for 3 years but I have worked with children in child care, camps, vacation bible school, etc. since I was 13. I currently am a full time nanny for a family (Tuesday-Friday from 7am-6pm) but looking for...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamie is polite, friendly he's working person with a can do attitude. I have known her since she was in high school and I had the pleasure of directing her in plays. She was always on time, diligent and had a positive outlook at all times. I was always particularly...
Chad P.
Charity S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for a family that has Occasional Third shift hours and date nights needs.
January 2024 I will have Thursday afternoons available. Would love to fill this time helping a family with elderly care needs (companionship, cleaning, meal preparation) or a busy family needing an extra hand.
Let my 25+ years of experience...
Charity can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"My 2yr old daughter took to Charity right away. We will definitely hire her again in the future for date nights! I felt comfortable having her watch my daughter and be in my home while I was out for a few hours."
Amy F.
I have 5 years of experience with babysitting/nannying that I've done throughout my undergraduate studies. If needed, I am willing to help with cleaning, errands, pet sitting, and travel as well. I am currently finishing my graduate studies in physical therapy and I am looking for some job opportunities to fill my weekends.
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Grand Rapids, MI
Jessica D.
5.0
Jess watched my kids for a full day while I was at work. She was on time, helped my son get on and off the bus, and even stayed a little longer to play with my daughter after school because she was so excited to see her again. Would recommend and hope to hire again!
- Ruth M.
Sarah D.
5.0
We felt that our 5 month old was in excellent hands with Sarah on our night out while on vacation. She was punctual, professional and highly qualified to care for our infant. We absolutely recommend her!
- Peter B.
Patricia K.
5.0
Patricia (Claire) was our full-time nanny this past summer. She cared for our three children (11, 11, and 8 years old) at home and outside (including transporting the children to various activities). Claire was extremely punctual; she arrived early every single day. She was also very responsible...
- Carolina T.
Veronica T.
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.
Emily O.
5.0
Emily has been our family's nanny for the past 6.5 years. She began with us when my oldest was only 8 weeks old. When we added to our family 2 years later, she handled our (then) 25 month old and newborn twins like a pro. Emily provides structure and discipline for our kids, mixed in with a lot...
- Barb K.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Grand Rapids, MI
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Grand Rapids, MI, you can search through 38 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Grand Rapids, MI depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $16.97 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Grand Rapids, MI, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Grand Rapids, MI take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 38 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Grand Rapids, MI to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
All weekend nannies near you in Grand Rapids, MI found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.
Ratings for Grand Rapids, MI weekend nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Weekend Nannies in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 60 listed weekend nannies.