"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent
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12 available last-minute babysitters in Canton, MI
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Ellen
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Canton, MI
Stay at home parent of 2 kids, ages 4 and 6. The older one is now in school and I can occasionally take on some extra care! We have a fun home space with a swing and lots of gross motor opportunities!
“Ellen is creative, calm and consistent with kids. I appreciate the way they balance engagement and solo play time with my son. Ellen is dependable and kind. 5 stars!”
Marina
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Canton, MI
Hello! I have 20 years of experience in childcare. My most recent experience is with infants and toddlers in part time care between the time when parents go back to work and the children start preschool. I also completed nursing school and am a registered nurse with an up to date basic life support certification for CPR from a hospital. I enjoy singing and dancing and art of all kinds. Happy to baby wear and stroller push on various adventures. I'm familiar with baby led weaning and many nap routine strategies and philosophies.
“Marina is reliable and my kids love it when she watches them. I'm confident they are well cared for in my absence, Marina is responsible and makes an effort to engage with each child and their different personalities and interests.”
Ana $20 per hour for 1 child
Hello! My name is Ana, I’m 25 years old and have more than ten years experience taking care of kids from 0-12 years old, my currently job Monday to Friday is taking care of kids but after the work hours I’m always free, open to help with house duties if need and preparing food. Pets friendly I have my own car I can speak three languages and learning one more
Sarah $15 per hour for 1 child
Experienced caregiver and parent. Love kids and their weirdness. Everyone deserves love, acceptance, the space to make mistakes, and a safe person to help through tough moments.
Jasmine
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 repeat families
2 reviews$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in Canton, MI
Hi! I’m Jasmine, and I’m a junior at Madonna University studying film and history. I was previously an assistant teacher for preschool and I work at a nursery. I have experience with every age and have been babysitting/nannying for 5 years. I can drive and run errands as needed. I have also worked as a caregiver and have experience with special needs.
“Very good & easy going. She watched my 2yr old daughter and was on time for the 8:30am job time. She was also very flexible! Will hire again! ”
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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent
"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
Jesse D., parent
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