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id describe my personality as introverted, cheerful, and empathetic !
I love working with kids because they're silly and fun, and so outgoing. I learn from them every single day. they keep you on your toes and that's what I love most.
I started working with kids when I was very young. I've been babysitting since I was about...
Lillian M.
Dunkirk, IN
$20-50/hr
Hello. I'm Lillian! I've always loved Animals ever since I was little. Ive also owned many animals, and many different kinds as-well. I currently own a bearded dragon, dogs, cats and soon to be kittens! I Understand what it's like raising all sorts of creatures from babies to adults!
Lillian can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sarah S.
Eaton, IN
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Allow me to introduce myself! I am a positive, dependable, responsible, and cheerful college student. I am an aunt to a 6-year-old niece and a 3-year-old nephew. I am a certified safe sitter through IU/Ball Memorial Hospital and also completed a childhood development/ preschool program in high school. I have 3 years experience...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience with childcare. I am 20 years old and currently enrolled at Ball State University as a Social Work major. I am a sophomore this year. My favorite things do to with children while hanging out is to explore and to discover new things!
Mallory can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
I've always had animals when growing up--the usual: cats, dogs. Through my late teens, I had a squirrel permit and had a squirrel in the house. Currently, I have 4 cats, one of which is diabetic. He requires special food and insulin after being fed. I'm the type that always accidentally ends up paying more attention to someone's...
Amy can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Mallory F.
Redkey, IN
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently a sophomore at Ball State University. I enjoy playing with dogs and cats and take them for walks!
Mallory can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I took a child care safety course, and watch the nursery at my church every week. I have been involved in the children's church and Vacation Bible School there as well.
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been a senior caregiver for a couple of years. I always knew that getting into a job like that would be very purposeful and meaningful. A lot of the people that I've taken care of had very little family come to see them/take care of them, so it meant the world to me to make their lives easier and bring them some joy.
Amy can also help with: Personal care, dementia
I worked for a short time at an inn where my main job title was at the front desk. I was also required to know how to do some of the housekeeping, just in case. I do all of the cleaning and straightening in my home and there is nothing better than a clean home that also smells wonderful too.
Amy can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
Lilly R.
Redkey, IN
$14-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, and kind
I like working with kids because they bring so much happiness and creativity into the world!
I started working with kids when I was a junior in high school. I volunteered every day, my junior and senior year in a kindergarten classroom. I am now a freshman at Ball State...
My current full time job I work in a group home with 8 mentally challenged adult men. I've been doing this since June 2015. I also have a nephew who has Asperger's Syndrome, whom I am very close to and watch when needed.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Amy. I have been a senior caregiver for the past couple of years, mostly as a private in-home caregiver. My goal and priority is to keep seniors in their homes for as long as possible and as safely as possible by helping them do day-to-day tasks that might not be as easy as it once was for them (cooking,...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Natalie C.
Albany, IN
$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am CPR and AED certified. I have my drivers license and transportation. I am 18, and just graduated highschool. I am also a CNA.
I'd describe my personality as responsible, hardworking, caring, kind, loving, fun
I like working with kids because I have a lot of experience, and energy. I enjoy playing and caring for them
I'm...
Natalie C.
Albany, IN
$16-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a CNA, and currently work in a lock down dementia unit, I am a friendly face who takes care of, and cares for my residents. I am CPR and AED certified.
Natalie can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, transportation & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
I love kids and i've always known I want to work with them! I have four brothers, ages 4, 5, and twin 11-year-olds. I am going to ball state for neonatal nursing, I am CPR certified, and I used to babysit a 10-month-old and a 5-year-old for a year.
Mckenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I cannot express enough how much McKenzie has exceeded my expectations as a caregiver for my children. If I could rate her with more stars, I would do it without hesitation. Her skills, nurturing nature, and genuine care for my kids have been unparalleled. We all...
Allexis A.
Micah M.
Muncie, IN
$11-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Most of my experience is with cats, as I grew up with them. I have about a year experience caring for a rescue Pittbull mix. I'm good at caring for nervous and/or active animals, I love horsing around and playing outside with animals, and I'll make sure they're fed, rested, and exercise, in your own home.
Micah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Micah has walked both my very large, sociable, but timid of buildings poodle, and my (typical) dachshund. Both enjoyed their walks very much and ran through a lot of energy. Micah is also very good with animals - all four have immediately taken to Micah and beg...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had a heart for the elderly. When I was in middle school I used to bake goodies to bring to the local nursing home, in high school, I made holiday visits to an assisted living place dressed as an elf to hand out hand made cards and candy canes. I was a registered Home Health Aide for Help at Home from January...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"A blessing to have Kaitlyn. She's part of our family now and loves my grandma like her own. Always on time (or early) great attitude, patient, caring, loving, dependable, enthusiastic and awesome!"
Carensa B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college sophomore majoring in special education (intense and mild interventions). In high school, I had an internship in a k-3 special education classroom. In college I gained experience in a high school resource room, so I feel confident helping older students with (almost) every subject. Finally, I have tutored...
5.0
"We hired Ms. Demi last summer to help our 2 children with their studies. She was always on-time and communicated very well with us if she was running late or something came up (which did not happen very often).
She was so patient with our son, he's high energy...
Rebecca R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am active, non-smoking, dependable person who enjoys being with people. I am able to provide quality, safe care for your children in your home. I worked as a LPN (25 years ago) then went to college to become a clinical social worker. This gave me in depth knowledge of child development. For the past 20 years I have worked...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Amanda.
I have always had fur babies and understand how important they are to a family. It's a priority to care for your fur babies and love on them the way you would. I have experience with multiple dogs, cats, guinea pigs, hamster, fish, tortoise and ferrets.
I will follow instructions specific to each pet in the...
Amanda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Took great care of both of my cats and gave them a lot of love "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dunkirk, IN
Mckenzie A.
5.0
I cannot express enough how much McKenzie has exceeded my expectations as a caregiver for my children. If I could rate her with more stars, I would do it without hesitation. Her skills, nurturing nature, and genuine care for my kids have been unparalleled. We all feel a deep sense of loss knowing...
- Allexis A.
Micah M.
5.0
Micah has walked both my very large, sociable, but timid of buildings poodle, and my (typical) dachshund. Both enjoyed their walks very much and ran through a lot of energy. Micah is also very good with animals - all four have immediately taken to Micah and beg for attention and playtime any time...
- Care member
Kaitlyn Y.
5.0
A blessing to have Kaitlyn. She's part of our family now and loves my grandma like her own. Always on time (or early) great attitude, patient, caring, loving, dependable, enthusiastic and awesome!
- Carensa B.
Demi W.
5.0
We hired Ms. Demi last summer to help our 2 children with their studies. She was always on-time and communicated very well with us if she was running late or something came up (which did not happen very often).
She was so patient with our son, he's high energy and our 13-year old daughter loved...
- Rebecca R.
Amanda R.
5.0
Amanda popped into our lives when we needed someone after a sitter bailed…little did we know she would become a part of our family! Our pup LOVES Amanda. She sends amazing pictures and updates when we’re away and will go the extra mile to care for Tucker. Look no further - Amanda is the best!
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dunkirk, IN:
How can I find a Dunkirk babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dunkirk, 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 2 babysitters in Dunkirk, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Dunkirk, IN?
The average rate for Dunkirk, IN babysitters on Care.com is $18.50 per hour as of May 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 Dunkirk, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dunkirk, 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.