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Samantha S.

Munster, IN

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 34 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Samantha. I am looking to help out with date nights. I have worked for multiple families long term and have experience with different age groups. My youngest I've worked with was twin newborns and the oldest was 12 years old. References are available upon request. I am very active and like to play games and make...

Amy K. says "Samantha is amazing with our three kids, dog, and two cats. She is always punctual and very reliable. She does lots of enrichment activities with the kids,...

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Kimberly R.

Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment

Thornton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...

Andrea G. says "Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family....

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Ashley Y.

Get To Know Me!

Chicago Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
I'd describe my personality as energetic, passionate and optimistic. I like working with kids because I have two nieces and a nephew and I've always just had a special bond with children. I love them like they are mine. I'm looking for a job that feels like it isn't a job, like I'm just simply a part of the family. I...

Care Member says "Ashley was so wonderful with my three children, 4 and under. She played with them and, when one needed extra attention, she provided it. She was so...

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Kaitlyn C.

Mom Of 2 Looking To Help You!

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
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.

Jane W. says "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...

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Shyla E.

Stay At Home Mom Looking To Provide Childcare For Children Out Of My Home.

Griffith, IN

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! I am a stay at home Mom who is looking to care for other children out of my home in Griffith, Indiana. I am a DIY inspired Mother who loves to have fun and learn through the outside world and through educational toys!

Care Member says "Shyla watched my 1 year old daughter 2-3x a week this Summer while I was living in the area temporarily. She is so wonderful, welcoming, reliable, and...

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Rosie K.

Part Time Sitter

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Mother of one teenage daughter. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. I have cared for children of all ages.

Debra P. says "I have known Rosie for about 15 years or so, we were once coworkers and then became friends. I have a son that is 7, and for the past 2 years Rosie has...

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Maddie D.

Merrillville, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Maddie, I am from Michigan and just moved here with my husband to Indiana about July. I recently graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelors degree in elementary education. A student taught in a fourth grade and second grade classroom. I continued my teaching career as a fourth and third grade...

Samantha S. says "Maddie nannied our boys this summer and she was great with them!"

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Casandra F.

Fun, Energetic, And Loving Sitter

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
My name is Casandra, I have over 6+ yrs of experience in the Care taking of children. I am experienced with an array of ages from infancy to teens. I am very energetic, fun, responsible and outgoing. I am very creative and love to play games. I have a resume with my detailed skills and references available upon request. I can...

Care Member says "This was my first time using CARE.COM to book a caregiver for my 2 little ones. I must say that I am glad that Casandra was able to care for my little...

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Mireya F.

Part-time Nanny/ House Manager/ Babysitter Available

Park Forest, IL

4.7(1)
from
$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 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 family and...

Janel R. says "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...

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Rianna R.

Steger, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
I have a lot of experience when it comes to caring for children as that was job before becoming a nurse. I am now a postpartum nurse caring for newborns and new moms. I am looking for some work on the side as I do miss babysitting.

Laura V. says "She is amazing and the kids love her so much! I would definitely recommend Rianna!!"

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Taylor T.

Munster, IN

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello! I am a young and fun kindergarten teacher that loves being around children. I am reliable, on time, energetic, and dependable! I have always loved being around children and decided very early on that I wanted to spend my life teaching and making an impact on future generations. I am able to care for kiddos, make meals,...

Jen S. says "Taylor is the ideal sitter! She has so much energy! She is punctual, responds to texts fast, loves kids and spent an entire evening doing projects with my...

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Kaylie T.

Griffith, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
About myself & my philosophies for child care: *Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education *Past experiences include: one on one pre-K teacher, daycare Pre-K teacher, mothers helper, nanny. *Home is the first and most important classroom. I focus on emotional learning and problem solving along with the basics. *Learning...

Katelyn T. says "Kaylie was on time and very courteous. She was interested in our rules in regards to our children and wanted to follow our routines. The kids were safe...

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Jenna R.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

Munster, IN

4.5(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...

Maria W. says "We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "

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Emma B.

Babysitter/Nanny

Schererville, IN

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
As a caregiver with four years of experience, I'm passionate about providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. My previous babysitting roles showed me the positive impact I can have on their lives, which motivated me to pursue childcare as a career. I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly nature....
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Emily M.

Part Time Babysitter/nanny

Schererville, IN

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Experience nannying a 1, 3, and 5-year-old. I love educational entertainment and any kind of puzzles or coloring!
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Samantha G.

Part-time Student

Highland, IN

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have a younger sibling who I take care of on a daily basis. I babysit for many people that I work with including infants and adolescents.
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Danielle K.

Schererville, IN

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
I am currently going to school part time for my bachelors in radiation therapy at ivy tech! I used to babysit last year for 2 kids! Love doing crafts and cleaning etc... I have open availability and do have my own transportation
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Tashea R.

I Am A Babysitter

Lansing, IL

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I consider myself a very hard worker and dedicated to the job I love. Especially the fact that it's in the arena with children. I love that I have seen children grow and progress over the years. It's an amazing sight to see. Watching them adapt to life and writing their names and knowing their colors and numbers. I just love...
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Kelly H.

Experienced Babysitter Available During The Work Week.

Highland, IN

from
$12/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
I am the mother of a beautiful 1-year-old daughter and have experience in babysitting children of all ages. I am in the medical field and CPR certified. I recently became a stay at home mom and work one day a week.
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Gabrielle G.

Gabrielle's Bio

Gary, IN

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Gabrielle (pronounced Goose-man) and I am 22 years old. I have 3 years of experience working with children at Lighthouse Primary Charter school as a classroom assistant. I also attend IUN as an undergraduate in Secondary Education. I have been studying as well as working with children of all ages. Homework is not a...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.33/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.7

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dyer, IN

Babysitters in Dyer, IN are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Samantha S.

Samantha is amazing with our three kids, dog, and two cats. She is always punctual and very reliable. She does lots of enrichment activities...

- Amy K.

Kimberly R.

Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of...

- Andrea G.

Ashley Y.

Ashley was so wonderful with my three children, 4 and under. She played with them and, when one needed extra attention, she provided it. She...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dyer, IN:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dyer, 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 18 babysitters in Dyer, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Dyer, IN babysitters on Care.com is $16.33 per hour as of August 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dyer, IN through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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