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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a childcare provider that has had about four years of paid experience, with about eight years of unpaid/unofficial experience.
I have been a nanny for two different families, only leaving the job when they moved or the child went on to school. Overall, I had the chance to nanny for about two years altogether. I...
4.6
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Noelle and I have worked with kids for 12+ years through my church and here. I have volunteered in Sunday school, summer camps, and I have even traveled to Mexico on a mission trip group to work with kids. I started babysitting for families on Care 9 years ago.
My most experience is with kids ages newborn to 6...
Noelle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our 1 1/2 year old daughter, N., loves Noelle. She gets so excited every time she sees her come through the door. They go on trips to the library or run quick errands and N. always has a great time. Noelle prepares her lunch from what's in the fridge and doesn't...
Kara K.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Katie and I am an elementary teacher who is looking for some babysitting opportunities on weeknights and weekends. I graduated with my undergrad in Integrated Science Elementary Education and teach 2nd grade! Ever since I was 13 I have been babysitting and love being with kids! I also attended culinary school for...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie has cared for our 3 kids since the very beginning. The kids love her. She plays creative and energetic games with them, gets them in bed without trouble, and always leaves the house cleaner than it was when she arrived!"
Jen V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. I have started a new job M-F But I'm available on weekends currently if I don't have friend or family plans.
I have worked with all ages of children in multiple different settings!! I have always been the favorite sitter/nanny for all my families I watched! This may be because I will always play with the kids or make...
Kara can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working in childcare for my whole life starting at a very young age. I have experience working with children from infants to teens and am very comfortable caring for many children at one time. I have experience with preparing meals, carrying out daily routines, transportation to and from school and activities,...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Anna this year to help out with my baby and she was absolutely wonderful! She was dependable and always on time. My baby girl absolutely loved her and would get so excited when Anna arrived each day. Anna kept her engaged in play and reading books. Anna...
Jessica S.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am only looking for weekend babysitting jobs at this time. I am a certified Spanish teacher and previously a full time nanny. My top priorities are safety, fun, time spent outside, dancing/music, creativity and learning! You'll love my detailed report to parents, attentiveness, and various types of child care experience...
Mckenna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mckenna was our daughter's first caregiver outside of our family, so naturally we were curious to see how that would play out, especially since she was just six months old and starting to get nervous around people outside of our family. Mckenna was professional,...
Care member
Allyson G.
Allendale, MI
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a student at Grand Valley studying ultrasound! I am looking for a few hours a week to nanny for a family around East GR! I have over 8 years experience in childcare, including 3 full time nanny positions, Sunday school leader, and date night babysitting. Let me know if you are interested!
Allyson can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Allyson is wonderful! She is responsible, reliable, and a great communicator. Our children adored her, and so did we!"
Cari A.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 23-year-old graduate student looking to provide care on occasional weekends! I have ample experience working with children of all ages, from 3 months-11 years old. Most of my experience comes from working with children and young adults with special needs and that's where my passion comes from. Working with a range...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Miss Jaydenn is amazing!!! We were so blessed to have her support with our daughter who was home recovering from chemo. She interacts with kids, plays games & crafts, takes them out to the movies and makes everything fun. B really loved spending time with her! We...
Jennifer F.
Kristina B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$25-51/hr • 18 yrs exp
**Fully Vaccinated - Covid Conscientious - Career Nanny**
5.0
(7)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
"The only job I ever loved more was being a nanny."
I am genuinely excited to be once again engaging exclusively in heart-centered work through the support of families and their children. While it is impossible to share enough with you here in this limited space, I have listed below the key takeaways of my career and would love...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kristina is amazing with our 2 year old. She's been watching her for almost a year now and our little girl loves "teetina". When she watches her there's always a new activity that is planned. We joke and call her "Mary poppins" because she shows up with a bag of...
Danielle S.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & 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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had a lot of experience with many different families in the past. I often babysit weekend nights while parents enjoy a night out but I have also enjoyed nannying part for three straight summers. I have a lot of experience with every age group of children and I feel very comfortable caring for children as I have done it...
Annie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Annie has been helping us out for 2 weeks and she has been amazing with our twin toddlers!! We highly recommend her!"
Katie T.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jennifer but I go by Milo. I've been working with kids full time since 2017, in varying roles from private nanny to daycare teacher. I am comfortable working with all ages but am most experienced working with kids aged 12 months to 6 years. Childcare is my passion and I love to take kiddos on adventures to...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We met Jen when we used AppleTree Learning Center as our child care provider for our 3 kids. When Jen parted ways with the center, we started using her services for weekend date nights, and eventually we hired her as a "summer sitter" and then on to even a teacher...
Care member
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
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.
Melodie E.
Wyoming, MI
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi!
I'm a full-time nanny with professional experience with ages from birth to age 12. I enjoy doing date night and weekend childcare for some variety (and spending money! A good pedicure isn't cheap!)
I'm available weekdays after 5:30 p.m. and all day on the weekend.
I'm available for overnights and travel if it falls...
Melodie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Sparta, MI
Noelle W.
5.0
Noelle has been nothing short of fantastic for our family. She is warm and caring and my kids adore her. Noelle is very reliable and is great at communicating with me as well. We highly recommend!
- Jennifer O.
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.
Katie F.
5.0
Katie has cared for our 3 kids since the very beginning. The kids love her. She plays creative and energetic games with them, gets them in bed without trouble, and always leaves the house cleaner than it was when she arrived!
- Jen V.
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.
Anna M.
5.0
We hired Anna this year to help out with my baby and she was absolutely wonderful! She was dependable and always on time. My baby girl absolutely loved her and would get so excited when Anna arrived each day. Anna kept her engaged in play and reading books. Anna did a great job feeding her and was...
- Jessica S.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Sparta, MI
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Sparta, MI?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Sparta, MI, you can search through 1 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 Sparta, MI?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Sparta, 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 $13.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Sparta, MI?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Sparta, 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 Sparta, 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 1 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Sparta, MI to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Sparta, MI?
All weekend nannies near you in Sparta, 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.