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137 babysitters are listed in Valparaiso, IN
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Valparaiso, IN
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Alexandria or Alex for short. I studied Early Childhood Education at Purdue Northwest so my passion truly is caring for children and helping them discover the world around them! I added elementary education to my teaching license and have taught 4th grade for four years now. I enjoy watching my students learn...
Alexandria can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Alex is super friendly, easy to talk to, and I felt very comfortable with her right away. My 7 yr old son enjoyed spending the day with her-they did a variety of activities and she kept him safe and entertained. She was punctual and professional. I would definitely...
Jennifer T.
5.0
(3)
My name is Alyssa. I have quite a bit of experience supervising kids. I have loads of cousins, family friends and coworkers kids that I have watched. All of which you can contact if need be. I also previously worked at a daycare which the ages range anywhere from 6 weeks to elementary age kids. I am CPR certified and First Aid....
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Alyssa is very punctual, gets the job done right, wonderful with kids and pets, super dependable and smart. Hire her definitely!"
Rain N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun, caring and reliable babysitter/tutor with over 15 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have a B. A. in Human Development and Family Studies from Purdue University Northwest. A couple years ago, I worked as a Site Leader for the Hobart Family YMCA after school program where I was responsible...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kiersten B.
Valparaiso, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a very reliable and outgoing college student with 10 years experience.
I have experience working as a nanny, preschool teacher assistant, daycare assistant and being a lead summer camp counselor. I am able to assist children with homework assignments, follow parents' instructions, transport children, as well as...
Kiersten can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our family had Kiersten as a babysitter for year and always enjoyed our time with her! AWESOME PERSON!"
Kaylee W.
Ashlyn M.
Valparaiso, IN
$14/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a registered nurse that works in the hospital. I enjoy keeping busy outside of work and helping people with things they need an extra hand with- cleaning, babysitting, pet sitting/walking, general errands, health care, etc. Outside of work, I love traveling and reading!
Ashlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashlyn was fantastic with our girls! We hired her for a date night sitter, and she was punctual and caring. The girls have already asked when she was going to come back! They had so much fun watching movies, playing, and coloring. We will be reaching out again...
Sara B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have my own car, license with the ability to drive your kids to do fun activities as permitted! Minimum pay rate $18 or more.
A little bit about my experience: I am a sister to three brothers and seven sisters. Five of them which are younger so ive had all the experience you can imagine with kids and an overall understanding...
Ellie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We immediately felt comfortable with Ellie & our kids adore her. We will definitely hire her again. "
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5.0
(5)
I've been cleaning up messes for the past year while working customer service and it is probably one of my best skills.
Alyssa can also help with: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
In 2018, I worked as a home health aide, I won't mention because I don't want to slander a place that may have improved. I have previous experience helping elderly. Primarily helping them move around, clean their house, run their errands. While I was and am capable of helping more, the people I cared for didn't need the extra...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, transportation, meal prep
5.0
(2)
Helping kids at my school along with my younger sister.
5.0
"Alyssa helped me with so many hardships academically and I am so glad I was able to hire her!! Amazing tutor, extremely friendly and patient. I highly recommend her if you're struggling, or need a bit of extra help! She's amazing!!"
monica P.
5.0
(6)
Growing up, I have always had animals. There was always a dog or some other type of animal. As an adult, I have two dogs, a lizard and fish. Although I also have experience with most amphibians, rodents, reptiles, and cats.
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
5.0
"Alyssa, is very detail oriented and highly motivated. I hired her as my personal assistant for a few months while I was conducting business in Valparasio. I put her in charge of basically my daily errands, walking my pet, housekeeping, organizing my files and...
Ed F.
Tiffany P.
Valparaiso, IN
$5-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals. I have taken care of many animals over the years. I also worked in a home which had over 30 cats. please provide all details when booking a request. I can't message with questions. times and dates and what care your expecting me to provide. Thank You
Tiffany can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Tiffany is incredibly helpful and accommodating! She has been a great help with my dog River. She doesn’t have to but she always leaves his water bowl completely filled. I would recommend her for any job/family help needed."
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Nancy O.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-13/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would love to help out with your fur babies, I have two I never met a cat I did not like.
If you have any question please send me a message.
Nancy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"I had to go out of town on a family emergency. My visit extended to 4 weeks. Nancy took extra special care of my cat. She sent texts and videos. It was a relief not to have to worry about my cat for that length of time and just concentrate on my family. I...
Susan C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am licensed by the State of Indiana as a Home Child Care Provider for infants and young toddlers, which of course, requires that I be trained and certified in CPR, First Aid and Universal Precautions. Background investigations, FBI fingerprinting and TB tests are performed annually. I am also SIDS trained and have obtained my...
Carla can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Carla and are still utilizing her services. She provided great comprehensive care. in addition she provides a personal and professional service."
Aime D.
Hi I'm Hannah. I'm the second oldest of 5 children! I also have a 3-year-old daughter. I have experience caring for each of my younger brothers throughout their lives growing up. I have nannied for 3 families in the past with children ranging from 1. 5-11 years old. I did before/after school care, overnight care, and day time...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Katy and I'm a 20-year-old, currently in college looking for a job!! I've been babysitting for about 7 years, age ranging from 1-year-old to 11. I recently just had a job watching 5 kids as you can tell I love being around kids!! I'm able to drive your kids wherever they need to go, play with them, and have some...
Katy can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Claudia! I am 18 years old, and I LOVE children! I am a patient, fun, reliable, and active babysitter. Growing up with two younger siblings, and 10 younger cousins, I have learned how to keep children in check while still having a good time. It matters to me that the kids I babysit are having fun, so I like to be...
Claudia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hailey S.
Valparaiso, IN
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Babysitter Looking To Care For Kids While Helping Them Learn New Things.
I love children but haven't settled to have my own yet and I miss babysitting and being around kids. I'm a big learner in my everyday life so I would love to help kids learn too. I'm a microbiologist as my day job and I'm looking for something to do in the evenings to fill my time that would be rewarding like doing something fun...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Amanda, I'm a creative and energetic babysitter with 3 years of experience. I enjoy creating activities to keep your little ones having fun and learning. Whether it's a walk in the park or baking cookies I'm sure to have something fun for your child to do. I'm patient and understanding, always ready for a...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as energetic, helpful, and organized.
I like working with kids because they have such a wonderful perspective on the world, I love to help cultivate that wonder and joy.
I'm looking for a job that provides me with interesting and varied challenges and opportunities.
I started working with kids when...
Olyvia L.
Valparaiso, IN
$19-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
Cuddles And Care For Your Fur Babies. ALSO DO BABYSITTING!
Hello! My name is Olyvia, and I am a full time graduate student working part time as a behavioral therapist. I've been working with kiddos full time for the past 2. 5 years, but have babysitting experiences dating back 6 years. I've worked with children between the ages of 12 months to 14 years old! I would love to assist you...
Olyvia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Valparaiso, IN
Alexandria S.
5.0
Alex is super friendly, easy to talk to, and I felt very comfortable with her right away. My 7 yr old son enjoyed spending the day with her-they did a variety of activities and she kept him safe and entertained. She was punctual and professional. I would definitely hire her again!
- Jennifer T.
Alyssa K.
5.0
Alyssa is very punctual, gets the job done right, wonderful with kids and pets, super dependable and smart. Hire her definitely!
- Rain N.
Kiersten B.
5.0
When ever there are children around, they flock to Kiersten. She cares about teaching and having a structured experience for kids whether in the classroom or in their home. Kiersten is such a joy to be around!
- April B.
Ashlyn M.
5.0
Ashlyn was fantastic with our girls! We hired her for a date night sitter, and she was punctual and caring. The girls have already asked when she was going to come back! They had so much fun watching movies, playing, and coloring. We will be reaching out again soon!
- Sara B.
Ellie P.
5.0
We immediately felt comfortable with Ellie & our kids adore her. We will definitely hire her again.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Valparaiso, IN:
How can I find a Valparaiso babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Valparaiso, 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 137 babysitters in Valparaiso, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Valparaiso, IN?
The average rate for Valparaiso, IN babysitters on Care.com is $15.31 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 Valparaiso, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Valparaiso, 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 Valparaiso, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Valparaiso, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 29 reviews of the 137 listed babysitters.