Hello! I'm Tamsin (16 years old), your go-to babysitter with a knack for keeping things fun and safe. When I'm not entertaining little ones with games and crafts, I'm out here making sure everyone is happy and cared for — including the family dog (who loves me, by the way). From snack time to bedtime, I promise to keep the kiddos laughing, learning, and loving every minute of it. Looking for a night off? Let me take over while you enjoy a peaceful evening, knowing your kids are in great hands!
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Farmington for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
School holidays
Public holidays
Overnight jobs
Vacations with the family
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
6 months experience working with children
CPR training
First aid training
First aid training for babies
I carry a first aid kit
Asthma training
Anaphylaxis training
1 year experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
Have a pet carrier
General credentials:
I have a car
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
Email verified
I have a babysitters licence from red cross, a CPR certification from red cross, and a First aid certification from red cross. I have years of cooking experience, I have been caring for pets for about a year, and a couple months of childcare service/cleaning service experience
Hi! I'm Sara, a responsible and carrying babysitter that is very passionate to work with children. I have about 2 years of experience caring and teaching for kids of various ages from toddlers to pre-teens, I always aim to create a fun, safe, and supportive environment.
I can assure the help with homework, making crafts/ playing games and managing routines, I take pride in being dependable and attentive to each child's needs. I am happy to help with housekeeping if needed. I am a current college student.
I'd love to get to know your family and see how I can help support your needs!
Babysitter, Parent helper $15 / hour
Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
Tweens (9 - 12 years)
Teenagers (13+ years)
Up to 3 children at once
Childcare duties I can do:
Light meals
Full meals
Transporting kids
Taking kids on outings
Toilet training
Help with homework
Care for special needs kids
Care for twins/multiples
Household duties I can do:
Housekeeping
Laundry/washing
Grocery shopping
Running errands
Other services I can provide
Cat daycare
House sitting
Cleaning
Tutoring
My availability
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Troy for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
Public holidays
Valentine's Day
Overnight jobs
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
2 years experience working with children
I carry a first aid kit
Water safety training
General credentials:
18 years old
Police check
Drivers license
I have a car
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Permanent resident
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
Was a worker at Troy Gymnastics as a dedicated children’s swim instructor with experience teaching a wide range of ages, from toddlers to pre-teens. My background also includes working in daycare and kids’ camp programs, developed a strong skills in managing and engaging children while creating fun, safe environments. I bring patience, enthusiasm, and growth to every interaction. i am reliable, attentive, and caring. always putting the kids first.
hi, my name is jlaya I’m 17 years old currently in school about to graduate. I really love reading and I enjoy working with children And having fun with them I have experience throughout my life of babysitting my siblings from ages 2 to 15.
Hi! I’m very happy to work with children! To help them learn with homework and be responsible
Hi! I’m 17 and been having 9 years experience with children myself because of my siblings and other children I have take care of and pets for 1 year and I’m glad I get to help parents out there! And I have a down syndrome sister who is 7 and I help her daily basis
My name is kayla I’m 17 years old currently in online school so I have open flexibility. I enjoy working with children And having fun with them I have experience throughout my life of babysitting my siblings from ages 2 months to 12 years old
Hi! As of now, I'm a boy scout for troop 6695 so I will always be helpful! I've been babysitting my niece for a few years and I'd like to broaden my horizons. I've also worked professionally with kids before.
I also have a kitty cat myself so I am more than happy to care for your furry friends as well!
I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Westland for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
New Year's Eve
Valentine's Day
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
1 year experience working with children
I carry a first aid kit
4 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
Pet owner references
Have a pet carrier
General credentials:
16 years old
Police check
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I have been babysitting my niece who is about to be 2 years old. I also used to work for Lil' Kickers as a coaching assistant and I taught kids 18 months through 9 years basic soccer and life skills! I am also currently in the process of working at Chuck E. Cheese to be a Kids Attendant.
Babysitting Pay Rates Farmington, MI, United States (Jul 2025)
Farmington babysitters are paid an average of $14.50 per hour as of July 2025, which is 0.1% higher than the Michigan average of $14.48, and 13% lower than the United States average of $16.67. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min
Avg
Max
Farmington:
$9.00
$14.50
$24.00
Michigan:
$5.00
$14.48
$24.00
United States:
$0.00
$16.67
$80.00
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