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60 after school babysitters are listed in Portage, IN
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Portage, IN
4.7
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have a little over 2 years experience with being a nanny. I feel comfortable working with up to 4 kids at a time.
I have experience with a wide range of age groups, ranging from 10 months to 10 years old, and have been hired by 4 different families from this site.
When accepting roles I like to become a part of the...
Mireya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mireya is a patient, kind, and reliable caregiver. She watched my 2 children (boy age 6, girl age 8) during the day and helped with their online learning. She was able to keep them on task doing their assignments and have fun with them when they were done. I...
Laura T.
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & 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. "
Care member
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, travel, craft assistance
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.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & 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.
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
"She is respectful, helpful , and well mannered"
Shamarii H.
Lourdes T.
Munster, IN
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I have 8 years of experience in babysitting and nannying. I can also help with Housekeeping, Cooking and Meal Prep, Laundry, and Swimming Supervision. I love being around kids and have many younger cousins I am used to taking care of and being around! I'd love to help out anyone who needs it! One thing to note: I...
Lourdes can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Lourdes was great! She arrived a little early and my kids took to her right away. She was friendly, open, and communicative. She also picked up after the kids went to bed which was so appreciated. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again! "
Care member
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, meal prep, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of three who has cared for children for almost 15 years. I am extremely passionate about the little ones and I am CPR certified, American Red Cross Babysitting certified, and I have my Master's Degree in Education.
During my schooling, I have taken courses in Early Childhood Development, adolescent addictions,...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer is great! Very nice. Will 100% hire her again! "
Lauren O.
Chyan R.
Schererville, IN
$20-21/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With A Love For Caring For Children
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Caring for children has always come naturally to me. I have about 8 years experience babysitting children from newborn to 13 years old. I have babysat for over 10 families, worked as a summer camp counselor, and also worked as a medical assistant at a pediatrics office, so I am comfortable with children sick and healthy! I am...
Chyan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Excellent with the kids and reliable! "
Kimberly G.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Regan, and I'm a freshmen at Hyles-Anderson College. In high school, I played volleyball, basketball, ran XC, and had a 4. 0 gpa. Working with kids, whether in my churches nursery or as a nanny, is one of my favorite things to do! I've worked as a babysitter, nanny, teachers aid, and junior church worker for a...
5.0
"I would highly recommend Regan for any childcare needs! She was absolutely amazing with our kids this summer and for some after school care. We have an 8y/o son and 5y/o daughter. She was always on time, reliable, and very flexible. I was at complete ease knowing...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! A little bit about me--I am a preschool teacher turned stay at home mom. Throughout high school, I loved babysitting and was a nanny in the summer. I then went on to get my degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in Reading and Early Childhood Development. I taught preschool before becoming a stay at home mom...
Dallas can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dallas watched my 2 girls for a year and a half and was nothing short of amazing. With her preschool background, she really knows how to teach, play, and care for children. She has a very cozy and clean home and a heart of gold. It takes a special person to be able...
Lindsey T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have plenty of experience caring for children. My daughter is 10 my son is 6. I love being around children and having fun with them. Caring for children is what I am truly good at and think I could be the perfect match for your family.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Kaitlyn was sweet and asked great questions to find out how my kids would be best entertained. She handled multi tasking well and cleaned up when the kids made a mess. I wasn't bothered by trivial decisions as she took care of whatever the situation like a pro. My...
Jane W.
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Mattea O.
Highland, IN
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Mattea, I'm 20 years old and I love kids! I've been working for Highland elementary schools (after school care) for over a year now. I also have years of babysitting experience with newborns to pre-teens. I'm also open to help with chores around the house, running any errands you may need, and drop offs and/or...
Liz E.
Valparaiso, IN
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved kids! In high school I started babysitting and spent summers as a camp counselor. During and after college I started nannying and even spent 2 years as a live in nanny. I have done everything including getting kids up and ready for school, packing lunches, driving for school drop off and pick up, after school...
Liz can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am a highschool student. I am really good with kids. I have a car and my drivers license. Looking for after school child care I can also drive to after school practices and pick children up from school
I started working with kids when I started watching my little brother and now my family and family friends hires me when they...
Emily H.
Dyer, IN
$12-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Emily. I am the mother of 2 girls who are in school full time now providing me some free time. I love children and I would love to help you out!
I can provide reliable transportation for adventures like the park and library. If you are not comfortable with me driving your children this probably wont work out....
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Portage, IN
Mireya F.
5.0
Mireya is SO kind and caring to our kids!!! She goes out of her way to find educational games to do with them, she sits and plays pretend with them, and she just goes above and beyond in so many ways!
- Janel R.
Ellie P.
5.0
We immediately felt comfortable with Ellie & our kids adore her. We will definitely hire her again.
- Care member
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.
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.
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.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Portage, IN
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Portage, IN?
You can review 8 after school babysitter profiles near you in Portage, 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 Portage, IN?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Portage, IN is $16.00. 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 Portage, 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 Portage, IN on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Portage, 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 Portage, IN can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Portage, 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 Portage, IN.
Ratings for Portage, IN after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in Portage, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.