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135 babysitters are listed in Lafayette, IN
The average rate is $14/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Lafayette, IN
Hi, my name is Olivia! I am 18 years old and have several years of childcare and babysitting experience. The majority of my experience is with infants to early school age children. I also have some experience with special needs children. In addition to this, I have my lifeguarding certification, which includes CPR and first aid....
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Deavianna A.
Lafayette, IN
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
My Name Is DeAvianna, And I'm A Fun And Outgoing Babysitter Who Loves Spending Time With Children.
Hi, I am currently a Masters of Speech-Pathology student at Purdue University. I have experience working with children within my program (e.g. Birth to Three Program and Pre-school aged group). I also have worked as a Cabin Counselor at Bradford Woods Outdoor Center for children with disabilities and disorders. Responsibilities...
Deavianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years experience working as a nanny and babysitter. I was responsible for pickup, drop offs, cooking, light housework, homework help, and having FUN! I am pursuing a Doctorate of Occupational Therapy Degree and am interested in pediatrics. It is my mission to collaborate with families and their children in order to...
Kiera can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Angela W.
Lafayette, IN
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Geriatric Caregiver. Available Full Time 7 Days A Week Companionship, Babysitting, And Housekeepin
I was my grandfather's caregiver for 3 years until he passed away. I also take care of my special needs child who is 3 years old. My son has a trach, has had a g-tube (feeding tube) , and a number of other things that I am trained in. I am a very caring, hard-working young lady who loves to help! My favorite thing to do is help...
Colleen L.
Lafayette, IN
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Looking For A Full Time Nannying Position Starting November 1, 2023!
Hello, I'm Colleen L.! I am a 2017 graduate of McCutcheon High School, and a 2020 graduate of Ivy Tech Community College with an Associate's Degree in Psychology. I have always had a passion for working with children, and have been babysitting since my early teens. I started working at My Gym Children's Fitness Center in...
Colleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Joy G.
Lafayette, IN
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello, my name is joy I have worked at over 5 daycares and every sunday I help with the kids at my church and babysit all the time. I love playing and working with kids!
Cameran H.
Lafayette, IN
$13/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm attending Purdue in the fall and looking for ways to make money for college doing what I love! I have tons of tons of siblings and cousins that I've been babysitting for years!
I started working with kids when I was 10 and had to babysit my cousins!
In my spare time, I like to read, hang out with friends, and listen to...
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a graduate student in Speech Language Pathology. I am open to any babysitting, childcare, and tutoring services. I have multiple years of experience with children ranging from infant to older child. I can help with light housekeeping, homework, and carpooling.
Liya can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Jasmine. I am looking for a part-time position in babysitting/nannying in the meanwhile. I am originally from the West Lafayette area and so I am very familiar with it. I have reliable transportation and I am also Covid-19 vaccinated. I can't wait to hear back from you!
Jasmine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been involved with babysitting at my church for about 7 years. I worked in the nursery and with elementary-age kids during that time. I worked previously as a lifeguard for 2 years and I mainly watched small children. Therefore I have CPR and first aid certifications that are up to date. I have actually have had to use...
Joelle can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Emily H.
Lafayette, IN
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a professional child care provider with the experience, education and heart to give your children the care they deserve.
I have five years of experience as a lead toddler teacher in a daycare setting, as well as several years of babysitting children of all ages in their homes.
I have a Bachelors degree from Indiana...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there ! I am a current cosmetology student in Kokomo, IN and only available 2-3 days a week (see availability).
I am Lafayette born and raised so I'd say I'm a boilermaker. I love to travel and spend time outside. I enjoy being creative, like making fun art projects or singing and dancing. I drive a Jeep Wrangler and it's...
Addie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hannah S.
Lafayette, IN
$23-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, wonderful families! My name is Hannah and I am a graduate student at Purdue University with 9 years of babysitting/nannying experience. I am in school pursuing my Doctorate of Audiology, and love to work with children of all ages no matter their ability levels. I love crafts, playing games, and spend my free time reading...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am a reliable and energetic caregiver. I have been babysitting since I was around 9 years old and am looking for a way to make a little extra cash while I'm in summer school. I absolutely adore kids. My husband and I want to have 9 children, but we're waiting until we're both done with college. I love doing arts and crafts and...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Working with children is like opening a door to a world of imagination and wonder. They have a unique perspective that's refreshing and honest. Their energy and curiosity are contagious, and it's rewarding to see them grow and learn. Being part of their development and witnessing those 'aha' moments when they grasp new concepts...
Greta C.
Lafayette, IN
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Greta ! I am 20 years old and I will be going into my junior year of college at Purdue University. I am really wanting to nanny or babysit some kiddos over the summer! I have a little bit of experiencing nannying but I do have a good amount of experience with babysitting with ages ranging from 11 months-9 years...
Greta can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Shaquia S. I have 18 nieces and nephews in which I have helped with their upbringing. I have multiple years of experience with babysitting. I am also a Substitute teacher for LSC. I can help with Travel and Carpooling and household obligations if needed. I am a very bubbly and fun 30 year young adult. I love working...
Shaquia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Olivia M.
Lafayette, IN
$20-29/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student looking to fill more of my time by babysitting as I have a light class load this semester. I have 2 years of experience working for multiple families for kids ranging from 2 to 13 years old. I have taken care of both boys and girls with families of 2 to 3 kids. I have also worked at day camps where I...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
I absolutely love cleaning and I find it so relaxing. I am very detail oriented and thorough. I can do laundry, dishes, cleaning floors, and I'm especially good at cleaning bathrooms!
Lydia can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 1 year of experience babysitting a child that was 11 years old. I love kids and can help with just about anything needed. I have a car that I am able to run errands with. I can also help with cleaning, laundry, and more.
Darian can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lafayette, IN:
How can I find a Lafayette babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lafayette, IN can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 135 babysitters in Lafayette, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Lafayette, IN?
The average rate for Lafayette, IN babysitters on Care.com is $14.93 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Lafayette, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lafayette, IN through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Lafayette, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Lafayette, IN are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 135 listed babysitters.