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60 babysitters are listed in Hammond, IN
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Hammond, IN
Jenna R.
Munster, IN
$5-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!
4.5
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Jenna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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. "
Maria W.
5.0
(1)
I recently stopped doing clinic work but would like to continue providing care a couple days a week. I'm available as a backup or special event sitter, as well as, part time two to three days per week.
I'm an Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience working with newborn children all the way to 100 years old. In addition,...
Shannon can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Shannon has been a part of my family for 15 years. She is an amazing person and incredibly trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone to serve your family."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Service-minded professional with experience in home management, decluttering and organizing. Champion first-class service in commercial/residential projects with experience at major hotels, business offices and single-family residences. I can ensure 100% compliance with safety and sanitary guidelines. Services include:...
Adeline can also help with: Dusting, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, basement cleaning & more
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, meal prep, light cleaning
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! "
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is respectful, helpful , and well mannered"
Shamarii H.
Nichole W.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-31/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
Nichole can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100%...
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Kimberly R.
Thornton, IL
$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"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. We miss her terribly and would hire her again if she moved back to sunny Arizona!
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Andrea G.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & 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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Flexible Times*
Hello! My names Mireya and I am excited to restart my journey on here. I have been babysitting for many years now and development strong bonds with children and their parents. I have my own car with car/booster seats. I am good with kids of all ages and love to do activities. I am also fully vaccinated and love...
Mireya can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"We are super glad we are able to hire Mireya. She's very punctual , and kind. We can't wait to get to know her more!"
Taylor P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I have 3 younger siblings I helped raise, helped my mom raise 2 of my younger cousins, so I've always been the oldest taking care of all my younger family in my household. I've worked at 1 daycare and 2 summer camps giving me experience with younger And older kids. In school I've taken at least 4 child development classes....
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Amber is punctual, respectful, kind and wonderful with the kids."
Lys K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My names Ava and I have graduated with a Bachelors in Psychology with minors in forensic science and criminal justice! I am now attending Butler University for my masters in Mental Health Counseling. I'm currently looking for part-time childcare jobs in Lake County! I have nine years of experience babysitting different...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We have hired Ava several times and just adore her. She is great with our two kids! She is dependable always on time and always nice to deal with."
Bridget P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced house keeper, I do cleaning. I am reliable, dependable and trustworthy. Decluttering service, organizing service. Tidy up. I am currently looking for part time/ work or full time.
Norma can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
5.0
"She's very honest and dependable!"
Vicky M.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Excellent with the kids and reliable! "
Kimberly G.
Shyla E.
Griffith, IN
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Stay At Home Mom Looking To Provide Childcare For Children Out Of My Home.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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!
Shyla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Words cannot describe what Shyla has meant to our family. The only reason she is not sitting for us anymore is because we are moving out of state- I wish I could take her with me! She treats my children like her own, and in turn she has become part of our family....
Stephanie J.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If you need a little extra help or just want to go out for the weekend, you can give me a call, and I would love to help out! I am fine with pets. Available for basic cleaning as well.
I respond to all of my messages fast!
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"We needed a short-notice sitter for our 8 yo boy, and Crystal offered up her services.
We're easy to please. We don't ask sitters to teach our kid algebra or how to bake lasagna. (We're the parents, after all). As long as he's not stuck in front of the TV and...
Ryan L.
Susan R.
Posen, IL
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
I like working with kids because kids are sometimes misunderstood. They are the future and they need to be shown compassion and understanding in order for them to grow into confident, caring adults.
I started working with kids when I was 16 volunteering at a daycare. I then got a full time job there when I was 19. I worked...
3.0
"she was great with our son but quite with no warning becasue I wasnt comfortable with her taking my son out and about. Also took a lot of sick days which caused me to use all my PTO time at work by October."
Katherine R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking for part time, I do have reliable transportation, and I look forward to being as of much help to your children and your family in every way possible!
Drew can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Maggie G.
Dyer, IN
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maggie I am 20 and a sophomore at Grand Valley State University. I am looking to babysit this summer! I am available Monday through Friday, and occasionally on weekends. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also have a car and am willing to drive if needed. I love kids of all ages and have experience caring for...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maggie is very responsible and friendly. Kids love her. I trust her taking care of both my daughter and my dog. Plus, they both like her. She’s dependable and follows my specific instructions. I would recommend her to anyone. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello! I'm a college student who is currently on summer vacation and looking for some part time work. Ive always been an animal lover. I've lived with golden retrievers my whole life and care for them while my parents are at work. I used to walk both of my grandmas dogs (1 shitzu, 1 beagle) during the week while I was in high...
Kayli can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(3)
I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
Dalia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with having Ms. M. looking after their precious gems."
Juan C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hammond, IN
Jenna R.
5.0
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.
- Maria W.
Shannon H.
5.0
Shannon has been a part of my family for 15 years. She is an amazing person and incredibly trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone to serve your family.
- Care member
Lourdes T.
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
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.
Nichole W.
5.0
Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100% and look forward to working with...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Hammond, IN:
How can I find a Hammond babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Hammond, 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 36 babysitters in Hammond, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.3. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Hammond, IN?
The average rate for Hammond, IN babysitters on Care.com is $15.50 per hour as of May 2024. 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Hammond, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Hammond, IN through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.
Ratings for Hammond, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Babysitters in Hammond, IN are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.