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60 babysitters are listed in Lafayette, IN
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Lafayette, IN
Olivia was great with my kiddo! She followed instructions, got him to bedtime on time, and was great with my dogs as well.
Review for Olivia S. by Care member
Dori was part of our family for 4 wonderful years. We first contacted her after the birth of our 2nd son and, from that moment, she spent…
Review for Dorianne S. by Care member
Always prompt and does a great job with our girls every time!
Review for Sierra H. by Elizabeth D.
Babysitters in Lafayette, IN
Olivia S.
Lafayette, IN
$18-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been babysitting for about 7 years now and I have experience with every age from newborn to teenage years. I can help with school work, cleanup, errands, transportation, and more. I am 20 years old and I have worked in daycares and babysitting for friends, neighbors, and family! I love helping others and caring for...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia was great with my kiddo! She followed instructions, got him to bedtime on time, and was great with my dogs as well. "
Care member
Dorianne S.
Lafayette, IN
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Dori, I am 21.
I am CPR and first aid certified. I am also a certified lifeguard.
I worked at a preschool in my high school during my senior year. We created and taught lessons/activities. So I would love to plan some fun stuff to do with your children while your away!
I have been the occasional babysitter for...
Dorianne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dori was part of our family for 4 wonderful years. We first contacted her after the birth of our 2nd son and, from that moment, she spent countless hours playing with our kids with playdough, legos, trains, memory games, puzzles and also doing activities outdoors....
Care member
Sierra H.
Lafayette, IN
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sierra.
I have a deep love for children and pets, and I bring 7 years of experience working with children of all ages. Also, I've cared for animals my entire life-I currently have 1 puppy.
One of my favorite activities is arts and crafts, especially painting! If your kids enjoy creative activities, we'll be a...
Sierra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Always prompt and does a great job with our girls every time!"
Elizabeth D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Tessa, and I love having fun with kids! I enjoy coming up with exciting ways to play with and entertain your little ones. From loud and adventurous to quiet and creative, I will make sure your kids have a good time while being well looked after.
I have worked with kids for many years, giving me much...
Tessa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was wonderful! Will definitely hire her again!"
Hannah H.
5.0
(1)
I have been watching little ones since my baby sister was born! Little ones are the light of my life!
Sally can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Sally M. When working for was incredibly attentive to all three of my children and my fur baby Mercy my dog. At the time their ages were 7, 4, and 2. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a caring and patient person with a passion for helping others. I have had 3. 5 years of uninterrupted nannying experience. I have facilitated online classes and I am open to doing housework and running errands. As a past social work major and psychology major, I have learned a lot about child development and human...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Julia worked with our family from January 2023-April 2024 and we are so grateful that we found her. She was an absolute godsend during her time with us and truly became a part of our family.
At first, we hired Julia in a part-time household manager position. She...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Brianda and I'm a Certified Newborn Care Specialist and Professional Nanny. My favorite part about working with children is watching them grow and learn new things. I have childcare and teaching experience. I was a Transitional kindergarten teacher for 3 years before getting promoted to Assistant Director. I have...
Brianda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Parents! My name is Madesyn, (my kiddos usually call me Maddy). I am a recent Purdue Alum, who loves spending time with kiddos! I love children, and have lots of experience in caring for different ages! I have a little brother in the house, so I know what it's like having a toddler around! I am not above anything from doing...
Madesyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddy is a wonderful sitter! She covered for us when our sitter was out of town and she did a wonderful job! My oldest (6 years) loved Maddy and she's always asking when is Maddy coming back? She did so many fun things with my two daughters when she came to watch...
Michelle H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan. I am a RBT full time meaning I work with children with Autism. I have grown up taking care of my special needs sister which has created a passion to work with differently abled kids, teens, and young adults. I'm comfortable working with all ages and abilities! I am more than willing to provide...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Megan was wonderful with the kids! She was always prompt and punctual daily. Needed her to stay later a few times and she accepted willingly and with a smile. I'd recommend her anytime and would still use her services if I had younger children! Never complained and...
Drew D.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an elementary school teacher finishing up my 5th year teaching and looking for a summer job. I have babysat my family members and children of family friends since around the age of 14. I have cared for children between the ages of 7 months-13 years. I also completed 3 summers working at Noah's ark daycare (infant-6th grade)...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Gina, and I am looking for families near me who need an occasional babysitter!! I am a full time student and also work another job but have free time on some week nights and weekends. I am the 2nd oldest of 7 kids and babysat throughout high school, so I have lots of experience and am very comfortable with kids,...
Gina can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have cared for a set of twins from the age of 2 weeks to the age of 3. I have experience giving baths, cooking dinner, putting to bed, and getting ready for school/day care.
I have also watched a child the age of 8 to the age of 12. I have experience helping with homework, picking up from school activities, cooking dinner,...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Colleen L.
Lafayette, IN
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Looking For A Full Time Nannying Position Starting November 1, 2023!
Hello, I'm Colleen L.! I am a 2017 graduate of McCutcheon High School, and a 2020 graduate of Ivy Tech Community College with an Associate's Degree in Psychology. I have always had a passion for working with children, and have been babysitting since my early teens. I started working at My Gym Children's Fitness Center in...
Colleen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Alyssa J.
Lafayette, IN
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've always enjoyed working with kids because I love watching them grow and learn, and because it's so fun to see their personalities develop over time.
I first started working with kids when I was around 12 with babysitting jobs, then I worked at summer camps (ages 1-4 and 8-14) for most of my teenage years. I began pursuing...
Joy G.
Lafayette, IN
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello, my name is joy I have worked at over 5 daycares and every sunday I help with the kids at my church and babysit all the time. I love playing and working with kids!
Hi! I am a 20-year-old college student! I started babysitting at a young age as well as helping out with my 3 younger siblings! I have also done student teaching in numerous schools dealing with numerous ages! I grew a passion caring for and helping kids develop to reach their full potential! I am currently in school to obtain...
Hello! My name is Jasmine. I am looking for a part-time position in babysitting/nannying in the meanwhile. I am originally from the West Lafayette area and so I am very familiar with it. I have reliable transportation and I am also Covid-19 vaccinated. I can't wait to hear back from you!
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a graduate student in Speech Language Pathology. I am open to any babysitting, childcare, and tutoring services. I have multiple years of experience with children ranging from infant to older child. I can help with light housekeeping, homework, and carpooling.
Liya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hello, I have had about 3-4 years of experience with all age groups of kids! I have babysitted multiple times on this app before and I used to work at a daycare(SIA). I love children and I would like to think children love me too!! I can do a date night on Friday or weekends depending on my work schedule, but definitely Friday!...
Krystal can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
I am a reliable and energetic caregiver. I have been babysitting since I was around 9 years old and am looking for a way to make a little extra cash while I'm in summer school. I absolutely adore kids. My husband and I want to have 9 children, but we're waiting until we're both done with college. I love doing arts and crafts and...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lafayette, IN:
How can I find a Lafayette babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lafayette, 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 46 babysitters in Lafayette, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.4. 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 Lafayette, IN?
The average rate for Lafayette, IN babysitters on Care.com is $15.24 per hour as of May 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Lafayette, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lafayette, 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.
Ratings for Lafayette, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Babysitters in Lafayette, IN are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.