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Kara J.

Experienced Child Caregiver Available

Schererville, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am the oldest sibling, so I had the responsibility of watching my sister until she graduated from high school. I have a lot of younger cousins, so I was the chosen babysitter because I was very responsible and fun. I have watched some from when they were born til middle school. Now that we are older, some of them have...
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Griffith, IN

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
Hello! I'm a 21-year-old college student and I've had my fair share of caring for others. I used to babysit during the summer time for kids with my aunt and then when I graduated, I worked as a CNA for a couple of years. I am currently a part-time CCHT and I'm just looking for another job to help me get some extra money for...
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Crown Point, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Allana. I have over 10 years of experience working with children, in school, live-in nanny, and daycare/preschool settings, & I'm passionate about creating a safe space for kiddos to learn and grow. I have 3 years of schooling completed, but am currently working on finishing my degree in social work and hope to...
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Addison B.'s Photo

Saint John, IN

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$14/hr
8 years experience
Hello! I'm passionate about providing dependable, compassionate care that helps families feel confident and supported. I bring 8 years of hands-on experience in childcare and pet care, and I truly enjoy building trust and strong connections with the families I work with. My experience includes caring for infants and toddlers,...
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Crown Point, IN

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Sejah. I have four years of experience working with children- 1 year at Gingerbread Family preschool in Crown Point, IN and 3 years at Grandview Elementary School's extended day program in Bloomington, IN. I also used to be a lifeguard and am CPR certified. I love working with kids and willing to help with travel needs...
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Sara

Schererville, IN

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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Sara, and I am a junior at IU Indy studying Health Service Management. I have a background in working with kids at my local YMCA and other experiences that allowed me to work close with kids all ages. I understand the importance of creating a safe and enjoyable environment, and I am committed to ensuring a...
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Babysitter

Merrillville, IN

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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I am a 27-year-old about to graduate from nursing school with experience taking care of infants to preteens. I read to and with the kids, help them with work, take them outside to blow off steam, make their meals or snacks, and help them to settle down after an exciting day. I participate in church services, extracurricular...
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Saint John, IN

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Dedicated and compassionate childcare provider with over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to pre-teens.
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Griffith, IN

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families. I have one year of experience caring for children aged newborn to 12 years old, and I am comfortable with up to three children. I am patient, creative, and...
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Bubbly, Positive Person Who Loves Children And Animals

Schererville, IN

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello, I am Kathryn. I absolutely love children and animals. I have plenty of experience from working in daycares. I am currently in college, going into my senior year, for an elementary education degree with an early childhood endorsement.
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Reliable And Fun Babysitter

Hobart, IN

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I'm a Purdue University sophomore studying elementary education! I've student taught from preschool through 2nd grade, and I've spent the last two years teaching swim lessons. I love being creative and leading interactive activities, both indoors and out. I'm also CPR certified, so you can rest assured your little ones are in...
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Crown Point, IN

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, which led me to become a childcare provider. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your little ones. As a patient, calm, creative, and friendly...
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I Live In Crown Point, Indiana

Crown Point, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have 4 children of my own, 3 daughters, Purdue graduates, and one son who is a sophomore at Crown Point Highschool. I babysat throughout them growing up with different children.
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Babysitter

Saint John, IN

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting families since the beginning of high school for friends, family, and friends of friends. I have 7 siblings and babysit them all the time as well. I am very good with kids and babies since I have had a lot of experience with them!
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Sitter

Crown Point, IN

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$19/hr
1 year experience
I'm a paraprofessional at an elementary school. I work with children from K-4th grade. The school year is sadly coming to an end. I'm looking to work from the end of May through the end of August. I'm willing to start before the school year is over as long as it works with my schedule I'd describe my personality as outgoing,...
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Jane G.'s Photo

Hobart, IN

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$8/hr
5 years experience
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a deep-rooted passion for fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have only solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. I bring five years of experience to the table and am comfortable caring for up to four children, ranging...
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Caitlyn S.'s Photo

Crown Point, IN

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Worked with children that have special needs at the Special Education Learning Facility of Porter County as a paraprofessional since January 2024. My room I was in specialized in kids grades kindergarten to third grade with autism that are nonverbal.
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Samantha B.'s Photo

Merrillville, IN

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Sammy B., 25. I love kids of all ages, especially little ones! I have 4 years of babysitting experience and can provide part-time assistance. I work full-time (9-5, M-F) and am looking to fill my evenings. I'm comfortable with children of all ages and can also help with transportation, tutoring, meal prep, and light...
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Mahagany M.'s Photo

Merrillville, IN

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Mahagany! I've worked with children from the ages infant to 12 years old. I started out by watching/babysitting children at the ages of 10-12 years old. I was babysitting my little cousins then eventually began babysitting for family friends and neighbors around the neighborhood. Throughout that time I decided...
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Danielle K.'s Photo

Schererville, IN

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$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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  • The average post rate is $16.14/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gary, IN:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gary, 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 7 babysitters in Gary, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Gary, IN babysitters on Care.com is $16.14 per hour as of November 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 Gary, 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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