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156 babysitters are listed in West Lafayette, IN
The average rate is $14/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in West Lafayette, IN
Hello!! I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I am great with younger children and I am happy to help with cleaning around the house and cooking. I love all animals and I'm more than happy to help with them also! CPR Certified
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Josie C.
West Lafayette, IN
$14-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Registered Nurse With Many Years Of Babysitting Experience
I am a registered nurse but will have a break in jobs for the month of September, so looking for babysitting or nannying opportunities in the area. I am CPR certified, comfortable with pets, and love caring for kids of all ages.
Josie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Litzi. I live in West Lafayette with my family. My husband, myself, & my 1-year-old! (first time mama and very happy) I am 23 yrs old, I'll be 24 in a couple months. I'm bilingual I read & speak in both English & Spanish. I graduated HHS in 2019. I have my license and own transportation. I'm fully vaccinated. I...
Litzi can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hi! My name is Avery. I am from West Lafayette Indiana. I attend college at BYU-I. I am studying Family and Consumer Sciences education. I am home for the summer and looking for a job in child care.
I have been babysitting since I was 11, have 3 younger and 2 older siblings, and I grew up on a small farm. I have always loved...
Avery can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Sydney B.
West Lafayette, IN
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Sydney! I am a junior studying psychology at Purdue University. I absolutely love kids! I am very flexible and willing to do anything to help around the house including cleaning, meal prep, errand runs, etc! I have been babysitting since I was 14. I am vaccinated and CPR certified (it is about to expire so if you...
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jaye P.
West Lafayette, IN
$13-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
My Name Is Jaye And I'm 22 Years Old. I Love Kids And Animals And Have Lots Of Free Time!
Hello! I am a 5th year athlete at Purdue University taking graduate classes. I graduated from Northwestern University last spring and am loving my time at Purdue. I have been babysitting since I was in high school and babysat throughout college. I also worked for pet sitting and dog walking. I love kids and animals and have lots...
Mary C.
West Lafayette, IN
$12-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
My name is Mary, and I've been looking after and caring for kids my whole life! I am currently a senior at Purdue working on my education degree, and hope to stay in West Lafayette over the summer. I've worked as a baby-sitter, nanny, and was a camp counselor-- planning ecological based fun curriculum for kids of all ages. I'm...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lauren W.
West Lafayette, IN
$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Lauren Whited - Outgoing Purdue Student Looking To Meet Your Family!
I am currently post grad from Purdue and have a full time job in the area! I love being around kids and always finding something fun to do! I have been babysitting since middle school and have lots of little cousins, so I've always been around little kiddos! :) I'm very outgoing and am willing to always do something fun and...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver with a mission to bring smiles to your children's faces! I have 5+ years of babysitting and nannying experience and 4 years of experience as a fitness center childcare associate. I have worked with children of all ages (from infant to teen), and I am confident that I can create a...
Maya can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Hi! I am currently a sophomore at Purdue University majoring in Biomedical Health Sciences (Pre-Med) with a minor in Human Development. I have four years of experience babysitting, and have experience working as a patient care assistant in a hospital setting. I also previously worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I love...
Elissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Claire B.
West Lafayette, IN
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi I'm Claire! I Have Over 7 Years Of Childcare Experience And Would Love To Meet You!
Hi my name is Claire! I have been working with children for over 8 years, since I was a freshman in high school! I have babysit since I was in high school, nannied for a family for two year, worked at a childcare center for 3 years during college and I am currently a special education teacher! It it extremely important to me...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Skylar and I am currently a sophomore in the nursing program at University. I am a nursing student looking to fulfill a lifelong dream of working with children during their illness and hope to be that nurse who brings a smile to them every day. I have 5 years of experience being a babysitter and summertime...
Skylar can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Josie. I'm an ICU registered nurse but have the month of September off so looking for babysitting or nannying opportunities in the area. I have years of experience caring for kids of all ages. I am comfortable with pets and able to help with transportation as well.
Hello! I would love to help out with any needs you have! I have experience in errands, cleaning, party planner and mostly everything from 10+ years of nannying, babysitting, and my full time job as an event planner! I am very organized and willing to help with whatever you need :)
Chelsey P.
West Lafayette, IN
$12-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for family's back home for about 6 years. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping or anything else you may need, I am willing to help with whatever. Currently at Purdue, I am studying to become an elementary teacher and help spread the joy of school!
Chelsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Kayley G.
West Lafayette, IN
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Fun And Responsible Caregiver To Children Of All Ages.
I have plenty of experience with short term babysitting as well as being a Summer Camp Counselor for the past 3 years. I have plenty of fun activities and games as well as educational materials to keep summer, after school, and weekend both fun filled and engaging!
Kayley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Since middle school, I began watching other children younger than me as a babysitter. Going into college, I have not had the opportunity to reconnect as a sitter, but as I go forward I would love to serve your family's needs!
Adeline can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
I am currently a student at Purdue University who is looking to babysit part time for the Fall semester. I would describe myself as reliable, friendly and outgoing. I have a lot of child care experience with all ages and babysat for three different families Spring 2023 semester. I enjoy caring for kids and find that I connect...
Ruby T.
West Lafayette, IN
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ruby and I graduated from Purdue with a Bachelor of Science in Neurobiology and Physiology. I will be starting a Masters program in Philly this fall to become a pediatric occupational therapist. I have been working with kids since I was in high school and I have experience with all age groups. The most kids...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Deanna!
I've been around children my entire life! I am one of 14 children so I've helped take care of children through all stays of development. I started babysitting when I was 13 years old and I've been working with children ever since. I ran an at home daycare for a year where I took care of children between...
Deanna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Lafayette, IN:
How can I find a West Lafayette babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in West 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 156 babysitters in West Lafayette, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.2. 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 West Lafayette, IN?
The average rate for West Lafayette, IN babysitters on Care.com is $14.55 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 West Lafayette, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in West 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 West Lafayette, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Babysitters in West Lafayette, IN are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews of the 156 listed babysitters.