What is the going rate for babysitters in Melvindale, MI?

The national typical hourly rate in 2021 is $17.00 for babysitters. When deciding how much to pay your babysitter, it’s important to set a competitive rate to attract the best caregivers. But there are lots of factors to think about when determining the cost of child care. Use Sittercity’s chart to determine the most appropriate babysitting rate by hourly wage by location.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in Melvindale, MI?

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.

What kind of babysitters can I find in Melvindale, MI?

You can find babysitters for in-home care or for a virtual sitting. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more.

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Available babysitters in Melvindale, MI

Julie S.

35 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 12–18/hr

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Hello, my name is Julie, and I an hoping to join your family, and care for your child/children. I was previously a Medical Assistant for over 14 years, and have a CPR/BLS Certificate. I have been babysitting children since I was 11 years old, and experienced with infants to grade school childr...

$ 12–18/hr

Maureen C.

25 years paid experience
12 miles

$ 14–16/hr

(1)

Hi I am Maureen 64years of age.I am a Gramma so.plenty of experience.Love to.help.out,clean ,cook,laundry whatever needs to be done.Have car insurance and available to start.Dont smoke dont stay on.phone,there to do a job. I am available Monday,Wednesday,Thursday for now but availability schedule w...

$ 14–16/hr

Dayna B.

10 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 14–20/hr

I'm Dayna, I just finished up my degree in Early Childhood Education from University of Michigan Dearborn. I love children and helping them learn! I’m willing to travel to your house or invite them into my own!, I’m comfortable with animals of all kinds and have cpr and first aid qualifications!

$ 14–20/hr

Ariana W.

2 years paid experience
7 miles

$ 10–14/hr

(1)

Hi my name is Ariana. I am a down to earth person and I absolutely adore children. Growing up I would babysit my cousins or my parents friends children and we formed a bond, they would always tell their parents to let me come watch them whenever their parents had to leave. My friends see me with kid...

$ 10–14/hr

Katie D.

4 years paid experience
4 miles

$ 10–15/hr

I have babysat my whole life for family members/cousins. I was a full time nanny this past summer for 2 boys who were 6 and 8 years old. I am most comfortable with 3 or less kids, but I have babysit 4 kids at a time all under 6 years old. I have also watched 5-9 kids at a time while nannying and bee...

$ 10–15/hr

Cierra H.

6 years paid experience
8 miles

$ 18–25/hr

(1)

Hello, my name is Cierra Hampton. I have 8 years of preschool teaching experience and 12 years of personal nanny experience for infants to children of 13 years of age, including children with disabilities. I can keep little ones busy with all sorts of activities like going to the park or creating cr...

$ 18–25/hr

Makayla J.

2 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 12–17/hr

Hello, my name is Makayla. I am 18 years old and have experience with CPR and First Aid. I have been babysitting kids since I was 16 years old, the youngest I’ve ever babysat was 3 months old. I enjoy being around children of all ages, my main goal is to make them happy. I also love pets!!!

$ 12–17/hr

Margarita Y.

10 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 15–25/hr

(1)

Hi there! As a current parent to a 16 and a 10 year old, and a full time nanny, I have vast experience in taking care of kids for all ages, specifically young children. For several years, I have nannied for children ranging from newborns to elementary school aged kids from various families and envir...

$ 15–25/hr

Emma M.

2 years paid experience
8 miles

$ 13–20/hr

(1)

Hi! My name is Emma and I’m a 21 year old student at Wayne State. I have 2 years of childcare experience, I babysat for a family with 2 young children in high school. I live in the city with my family, and I’m looking for scheduled babysitting or nannying jobs. I would love to work for your family!

$ 13–20/hr

Katrina W.

7 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 19–20/hr

I have worked in a daycare setting since high school and have been an Infant Lead, Toddler Lead, Toddler Two Assistant, Pre-K Lead, and GSRP Lead Teacher, so I’m have a lot of experience. I have a CDA in Infant to Toddler, CPR and First Aid. I graduated high school in 2016 with a Early Childhoo...

$ 19–20/hr

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Babysitting FAQs

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.