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Melissa K.
Crown Point, IN
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Melissa. I have many years experience providing daycare for children. I have one son that is 24 years old. I have been babysitting since the age of 12. Growing up, I babysat for several neighborhood families. I have experience watching newborns to the teen years. I also have experience with children with...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa is friendly, reliable and punctual. She has babysat for us three times. She followed all of my instructions. She kept the kitchen clean and kids play area. Kids were happy with her."
Rocio A.
Samantha S.
Lansing, IL
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am A Caring Teenager Who Loves To Provide Care To All Age Children
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Background check COMPLETED & CLEARED by cants as of 08/2018. CPR certified as of 09/2018 Recently renewed 10/22. For the past 5 years, I have enjoyed babysitting children. I enjoy spending time with children and entertaining them, I love their energy and curiosity. I have great listening skills, and I show so much love and...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We used Samantha as a back-up care during Presidents day and were really please with our selection. She was punctual, attentive, accurate and children liked her. Will definitely hire again."
Seymur A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very caring, friendly, and outgoing babysitter. I've been babysitting all ages including infants since I was 16. I'm 30 years old and have a 2-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter. I'm also CPR certified. I recently made nannying a full time career and would like to find a family willing to let me watch their...
Krista can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Krista started watching our son at 3 months old and stated with us till he was 2. She was always on time, actually early! She was exceptional! I have no words to describe how comfortable my husband and I were with her caring for our son. She is very flexible...
Amy W.
Miriam M.
Chicago, IL
$20-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...
Miriam can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"My sitter had a medical emergency and I contacted Miriam the day of my event to see if she could watch my girls. She took the job last minute, was on time and took good care of my girls. My 2 year old daughter took to her right away and held her had the whole time....
Kanetha L.
Morgan S.
Crown Point, IN
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since 2010 for various age groups. I am CPR certified and spent the past summer working as a camp counselor at my local YMCA.
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Morgan is fabulous! We love having her with us to watch our 8 month old son three days a week. She gives our son the energy and attention he needs during these early stages of development. She is reliable, considerate and attentive to details. Grateful to have...
Megan M.
Hi, I'm Jordan. I have more than three years experience caring for children ages newborn-13. I assist with household chores, homework help, carpool to and from school as well as after school activities. I have also experienced overnight care.
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Faith V.
Valparaiso, IN
$16-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
hi!! I used to nanny on and off during high school and haven't in a couple years due to being in college and not having the time but I had four brothers growing up and was often found babysitting for my parents, and like I said earlier during high school I started to take care of a few children after school and I absolutely...
Faith can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Hailey R.
Valparaiso, IN
$11-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Hope I Get The Opportunity To Work With You And Your Family!
I'm looking for a job that helps me further my career as an Early Childhood Educator, I'm also hoping to form bonds with families, and help out with any help your needing with your children!
I like working with kids because they show me everyday you don't have to be a grown up to be a compassionate and kind person. I love...
Abigail K.
Valparaiso, IN
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I've been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I've worked at a summer camp and currently work at an after school childcare facility! I'm Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certified. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kayli C.
Dyer, IN
$11-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Part-time Babysitter Available; Part-time Tutor Available; Part-time Pet-sitter Available
I have previously babysat two children, a 6-year-old boy and a 10-year-old boy, for about a year and a half.
Kayli can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
I'd describe my personality as patient, fun, and outgoing
I enjoy playing games, drawing, and teaching children new things.
I am looking for child care jobs that give parents the opportunity to work, go out, or get other things accomplished.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old as a babysitter. Once I was...
Janel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello my name is Casandra I am 32 yrs old and I love kids! I have been actively babysitting and child caring for at least 10 yrs now.
I have experience with many different child temperaments and disabilities. I come from a household with an autistic sister. I also have 5+ yrs experience as a Program Coordinator for the Boys and...
Casandra can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am the mother of an 8-month-old boy and a Registered Nurse currently working in a surgery department. I am looking for a part time care giver role to enable me to spend more time with my son. I became a nurse because I have a passion for caregiving! Young or old. I worked as a certified nurse assistant for 3 years prior...
Irayanna B.
Chicago Heights, IL
$14-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I gain this experience through babysitting, tutoring, teaching or working in a school settings. Things I can bring with me is age-appropriate activities, behavior management strategies, and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. Some of my skills are Certifications in Key Areas, Patience and Adaptability, Clear...
Irayanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Sarah C.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello all, my name is Sarah and I started my journey working in the early childhood field in October of 2009 and it has been my passion every since. I've worked with children from the age 6 weeks to 6 years old, I've worked in daycare, home daycare's, I've even had quite a few families from some of the centers I worked at have...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Bella and I am currently studying at Purdue University WL. I will be home for the summer and am looking for a summer job starting in May. I am 21 years old and I have experience with kids from 4-13 from my many different jobs most recently at a YMCA daycare during the school year. I've also been a soccer camp coach, life...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Kylee and I have had babysitting experience for the past 7 years, have worked as a preschool teacher for 2 years and have finally received my degree in Elementary education. I have also grown up with dogs and other pets, so I know how to keep them well fed, exercised and loved.
Some background with my experience...
Kylee can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently attended school a Purdue Northwest for nursing. I recently worked as an ABA therapist at Life Strategies (center for autistic children). I'm CPR certified I love being around kids and having fun. I'm available most week days depending on my class schedule. I'm experienced with babies, toddlers, kids, twins and kids...
Abbey can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Kristin M.
Crown Point, IN
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I enjoy working with kids because they bring out the best traits in me, and every day with them is an exciting new adventure.
I started working with kids when I was 13 and began babysitting for a few families. After that I worked for a few years at the YMCA Kids Zone, as well as at the Center for Young Children in...
Hi! My name is Carey S and I am an experienced babysitter and English education student at the University of Indianapolis, who is home for the summer. I've taken many education courses and done a lot of field experience focused towards spending time with children. I've been a summer camp counselor and babysitter for quite a...
Carey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake Station, IN
Melissa K.
5.0
Melissa is friendly, reliable and punctual. She has babysat for us three times. She followed all of my instructions. She kept the kitchen clean and kids play area. Kids were happy with her.
- Rocio A.
Samantha S.
5.0
Samantha is a very nice and respectable young lady. She was gentle and caring with my two daughters. She kept my youngest daughter who usual cries all day calm! I felt comfortable and safe leaving my kids with Samantha!
- Evon P.
Krista G.
5.0
Krista started watching our son at 3 months old and stated with us till he was 2. She was always on time, actually early! She was exceptional! I have no words to describe how comfortable my husband and I were with her caring for our son. She is very flexible with her schedule. She is gentle,...
- Amy W.
Miriam M.
5.0
I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a part of the family she simply treats her as family. I promise you won't go wrong with her if you want an excellent caregiver she is the girl to go to .
- Alexandrith B.
Morgan S.
5.0
Morgan is fabulous! We love having her with us to watch our 8 month old son three days a week. She gives our son the energy and attention he needs during these early stages of development. She is reliable, considerate and attentive to details. Grateful to have found such a great sitter!
- Megan M.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Lake Station, IN
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Lake Station, IN?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Lake Station, 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.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Lake Station, IN?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Lake Station, IN is $7.50. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Lake Station, IN?
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 Lake Station, IN on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Lake Station, IN to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
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 Lake Station, IN can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Lake Station, IN?
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 Lake Station, IN.