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Madeleine S.

Graduate Student Seeking Nanny Job For Summer

Lafayette, IN

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Several years of experience working with children at local summer camps. Childcare for individual families throughout high school and college. Experienced at cooking for children. My hobbies include horseback riding, baking, and yoga. I love pets, especially cats and dogs. Living in Lafayette, Indiana to attend grad school at...
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Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I'm passionate about nurturing the growth of young minds and making a positive impact on their lives. With one year of experience as a childcare provider, I'm equipped to care for two children between the ages of one and 11. I'm patient, calm, and creative I prioritize open and consistent communication with parents, providing...
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Nanny

Lafayette, IN

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am located near the Indianapolis area, and I would love to help you with childcare this summer! I am currently a teacher looking for a fun, energetic family to nanny this summer while I'm on break! I have experience with infants up to teenagers. I enjoy being outside and going on fun adventures! I love taking kiddos to...
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Summer Fun Supervisor!

Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I am an elementary teacher looking for a summer job to help pay for my classroom. I'd love to use my child care experience to support your family. You can expect long play session at pools, splash pads, libraries, and nature walks. My first job was caring for a class of 2-4-year-olds, so I know the importance of routine and...
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Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 years of prior experience as a lead teacher at a local daycare . I loved my job and my absolute favorite part is creating art! Everyday we got messy with an art project that is consistent with our lesson plans. Most of my experience is with 3-year-olds but I am open to working with any age! I am CPR certified. I am...
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Baylee W.'s Photo

Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I'm passionate about nurturing and enriching the lives of children, which led me to become a childcare provider. It brings me immense joy to make a positive impact on their development. With two years of experience, I can comfortably care for one child of any age between 0 and 11. My calm and patient personality allows me to...
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Emily M.'s Photo

Lafayette, IN

1.0(0)
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$27/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Emily. I am 25. I am a Purdue graduate. I currently work as an ABA therapist working with children and young adults on the autism spectrum.
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Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
As a friendly and patient childcare provider with four years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and providing reliable care for their children. My calm demeanor and approachable nature help create a nurturing environment where kids feel safe and happy. I believe in open communication with parents and keep...
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Lilly P.'s Photo

Lafayette, IN

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Lilly , and I'll be moving to Mt. Pleasant this July after graduating from Purdue University with a degree in Public Health. I'm currently looking for a nannying position in the area and would love to connect with a family seeking dependable, compassionate care. With 9 years of experience working with...
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Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Rachel. I'm 21 years old. I work at a restaurant as a server. I am also a licensed esthetician. My hobbies outside of work include going to the gym, being around friends and family, and furthering my education in my career! I love kids and have always loved working with them! I'd describe my personality as calm,...
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Reliable Nanny

Lafayette, IN

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Hi! My name is Izzy, and I'm a passionate caregiver and licensed teacher with a strong background in education and hands-on family support. I graduated from The Ohio State University in 2024 with a degree in Early Childhood Education and just completed my first year teaching 1st grade in Champaign, IL. I'll be relocating to the...
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Lafayette, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I started working in child care in 1994. I have worked with school age children down to infants. I worked at my first daycare for 11 years until the owner closed/sold. I have worked at 2 other daycare's after that, each staying over a year. I moved to Indiana where I worked in an ED class for over a year until my back started...
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Morgan L.'s Photo

Lafayette, IN

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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a recent Purdue Grad (early childhood education :)) & preschool teacher. I have years experience and would love to help out! I'm CPR & first aid certified, as well as having my own car & a college degree :)
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Emily J.'s Photo

Lafayette, IN

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$8/hr
5 years experience
As a caregiver with five years of experience, I'm passionate about helping . This gave me not only a hands on learning experience but also I learned Indiana education state standards along with nutritional values. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love to play games that are both fun and educational. I believe in open...
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Grace R.'s Photo

Lafayette, IN

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$9/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I love to do fun crafts with kids. And I come from a big family so I am good with kids.
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Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I love kids, and aim to give them respect and attention. I love to keep things fun, I never want a child to dread spending time with the babysitter!

Diana O. says "Emily is so great with my 3 and 5 year olds! She's energetic, organized, and very responsible. She's great about checking in throughout the day and sending...

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Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Taylor. I am 24 years old and moved to Lafayette for college. I'm a graduate looking for work as a caregiver for children ages 6 months and older. I am fun, loving and compassionate. I am someone who loves caring for children and has had many jobs caring for children in the past and consistently watched them for many...
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A Little Bit About Me!

West Lafayette, IN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Hannah I am currently a student at Indiana University studying elementary education. I am 1 of 7 kids and I am also the second oldest. I have grown up practically raising my younger siblings. To give you some perspective, my youngest brother just turned 6. I have lots of experience babysitting kids of all ages....

Maria M. says "Hannah took care of two of our kids over the summer, including a baby. She was great --- the kids loved spending time with her and she could make everybody...

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Litzi V.'s Photo

West Lafayette, IN

3.7(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Litzi. I am 24 years old. I am currently located in West Lafayette and live with my husband and son. I have a toddler at home! He will be 2 in April. I'm bilingual I read, speak & write in both English & Spanish. I graduated HHS in 2019. I have my license and own transportation. I'm fully vaccinated. I used to...

David A. says "My daughter loves playing with Litzi and Litzi has been very attentive and careful with Covid precautions."

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Neile W.'s Photo

West Lafayette, IN

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I love kids I have four siblings that I take care of and I'm the oldest cousin so I always babysit!!
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.95/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 3.4

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lafayette, IN

Babysitters in Lafayette, IN are rated 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Emily R.

Emily is so great with my 3 and 5 year olds! She's energetic, organized, and very responsible. She's great about checking in throughout the...

- Diana O.

Hannah K.

Hannah took care of two of our kids over the summer, including a baby. She was great --- the kids loved spending time with her and she could...

- Maria M.

Litzi V.

My daughter loves playing with Litzi and Litzi has been very attentive and careful with Covid precautions.

- David A.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lafayette, IN:

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 37 babysitters in Lafayette, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.4. 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 Lafayette, IN babysitters on Care.com is $15.95 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 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.

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