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Ashley G.

Hello! I'm A Sophomore In Nursing School At Purdue. Just Looking For A Good Job!

Lafayette, IN

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$12/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have 1 year of experience. While babysitting, I can help with light housekeeping and I am very good at entertaining children. I also have always loved kids, which is why I want to work with them when I am older. I am a nanny Monday-Friday, but free on the weekends if you need a sitter then.
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Hello!

Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as responsible, communicative, & perspective. I started working with kids when I was about 13. My parents had friends that needed a babysitter. One thing you should know about me is I have my teaching license in Elementary Education & Special Education. I am about to finish my 3rd year of...
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Energetic And Craft Loving

Lafayette, IN

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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...
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Fun And Creative Sitter

Lafayette, IN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Tessa, and I love having fun with kids! I enjoy coming up with exciting ways to play with and entertain your little ones. From loud and adventurous to quiet and creative, I will make sure your kids have a good time while being well looked after. I have worked with kids for many years, giving me much...

Hannah H. says "She was wonderful! Will definitely hire her again!"

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Reagan

Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
As a friendly and patient childcare provider with four years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and providing reliable care for their children. My calm demeanor and approachable nature help create a nurturing environment where kids feel safe and happy. I believe in open communication with parents and keep...
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Part Time Caregiver/ Babysitter

Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am an elementary school teacher finishing up my 5th year teaching and looking for summer jobs. I have babysat my family members and children of family friends since around the age of 14. I have cared for children between the ages of 7 months-13 years. I also completed 3 summers working at Noah's ark daycare (infant-6th grade)...
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Lafayette, IN

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$14/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a mother of three and a grandmother of three. I can help with meal preparation and light housekeeping. I can also help with transportation.
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Lafayette, IN

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Nurturing young minds is a true passion of mine. My three years of babysitting experience have solidified my desire to support families by providing reliable care. I am patient, creative, and approachable. I understand the importance of open communication and will keep you updated on your child's day, following your preferred...
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A Little About Me!

Lafayette, IN

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am a 20-year-old college student! I started babysitting at a young age as well as helping out with my 3 younger siblings! I have also done student teaching in numerous schools dealing with numerous ages! I grew a passion caring for and helping kids develop to reach their full potential! I am currently in school to obtain...
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Lafayette, IN

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping, schoolwork and Carpooling, really most anything! I love working with kids of all ages! I am looking for recurring evening or weekend babysitting jobs.

Care Member says "Mickinleigh is fantastic! We hired her to watch our 2.5 year old for all 5 days of Fall Break. She is kind, reliable, and responsible. She is a prompt...

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Lafayette, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I started working in child care in 1994. I have worked with school age children down to infants. I worked at my first daycare for 11 years until the owner closed/sold. I have worked at 2 other daycare's after that, each staying over a year. I moved to Indiana where I worked in an ED class for over a year until my back started...
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Caregiver

Lafayette, IN

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a caring and patient person with a passion for helping others. I have had 3. 5 years of uninterrupted nannying experience. I have facilitated online classes and I am open to doing housework and running errands. As a past social work major and psychology major, I have learned a lot about child development and human...

Care Member says "Julia worked with our family from January 2023-April 2024 and we are so grateful that we found her. She was an absolute godsend during her time with us...

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Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 years of ongoing experience as a lead teacher at a local daycare . I love my job and my absolute favorite part is creating art! Everyday I get messy with an art project that is consistent with our lesson plans. Most of my experience is with 3-year-olds but I am open to working with any age! I would prefer to start two...
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Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
6 years experience
As a psychology student with a minor in human development and family sciences, my passion for child development inspired me to become a caregiver. With 6 years of experience and a deep understanding of the significance of a positive impact on children's lives, I'm here to make a difference. I'm patient, calm, creative,...
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Nanny/Babysitter

Lafayette, IN

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
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....
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Lafayette, IN

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Dori, I am 21. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am also a certified lifeguard. I worked at a preschool in my high school during my senior year. We created and taught lessons/activities. So I would love to plan some fun stuff to do with your children while your away! I have been the occasional babysitter for...

Care Member says "Dori was part of our family for 4 wonderful years. We first contacted her after the birth of our 2nd son and, from that moment, she spent countless...

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Fun And Creative Sitter

Lafayette, IN

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I don't have much full-time experience, but I've babysat siblings and for family friends. I love children and am looking for a career with them! I'm comfortable with household work/chores as well. I'm not CPR trained, but I know basic first aid.
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Lafayette, IN

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$21/hr
2 years experience
I'm passionate about caring for children and have two years of experience providing reliable childcare for families. My calm and friendly demeanor puts children at ease. I take pride in my ability to create a nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and grow. I believe in open communication with parents and strive...
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Lets Grow Together!

Lafayette, IN

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Megan. I am a RBT full time meaning I work with children with Autism. I have grown up taking care of my special needs sister which has created a passion to work with differently abled kids, teens, and young adults. I'm comfortable working with all ages and abilities! I am more than willing to provide...

Jessica D. says "Megan was good with my kids. She is pleasant and kind:)"

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Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I'm passionate about nurturing and enriching the lives of children, which led me to become a childcare provider. It brings me immense joy to make a positive impact on their development. With two years of experience, I can comfortably care for one child of any age between 0 and 11. My calm and patient personality allows me to...

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  • 59 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.23/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 5.0

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Lafayette, IN

After School Babysitters in Lafayette, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 59 listed after school babysitters

Tessa T.

She was wonderful! Will definitely hire her again!

- Hannah H.

Mickinleigh P.

Mickinleigh is fantastic! We hired her to watch our 2.5 year old for all 5 days of Fall Break. She is kind, reliable, and responsible. She...

- Care member

Julia M.

Julia worked with our family from January 2023-April 2024 and we are so grateful that we found her. She was an absolute godsend during her...

- Care member

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Lafayette, IN

You can review 26 after school babysitter profiles near you in Lafayette, IN to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Lafayette, IN is $15.23. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Lafayette, IN on babysitting websites like Care.com.

Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Lafayette, IN can really come in handy.

We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Lafayette, IN.

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