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Morgan L.

Lafayette, IN

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$16/hr
3 years experienceĀ·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
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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Lafayette, IN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experienceĀ·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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About Me

Lafayette, IN

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, spontaneous, and unique I like working with kids because a child's development is very important and that starts with their environment/the people that are around them. I am a mother myself, and watching a child grow is a blessing whether it's for a job or not. I started working with...

A Caregiver That CARES :)

Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as patient , bubbly and loving I like working with kids because they bring so much joy and are fun to be around . I'm looking for a job that can help families in a pinch especially with childcare being so outrageous . I started working with kids when I was a kid myself . I'm the oldest of 4 and...
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Full Of Smiles And Fun!

West Lafayette, IN

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
7 years experienceĀ·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! My name is Skylar and I am currently a junior in the nursing program at University. I am a nursing student looking to fulfill a lifelong dream of working with children during their illness and hope to be that nurse who brings a smile to them every day. I have 7 years of experience being a babysitter and summertime nanny....

Care Member says "Skylar was so sweet and attentive. We would definitely hire again!"

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West Lafayette, IN

3.7(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experienceĀ·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
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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West Lafayette, IN

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
3 years experienceĀ·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
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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Babysitter.

West Lafayette, IN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experienceĀ·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Steph! I'm a Nursing student with 10 years of experience, specializing in infant care sleep training. I've worked with children from 3 months to 15 years old and have had the pleasure of helping over 50 families, earning 30+ recommendations in various babysitting apps whether it was for date nights, overnight care or...

Care Member says "Stephanie is really great with our twin boys, she can de-escalate well and keeps them entertained"

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Stay At Home Mom Looking To Watch 1-2 Kids.

West Lafayette, IN

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experienceĀ·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
I've been watching other kids for over 12 years now, they were 18 months and 8 weeks old when I started. I have 5 kids of my own, (ages 5-18) so I have plenty of experience with all ages. I enjoy treating your kids as if they are my own (taking them to the park, store, etc.).

Kourtney R. says "Melissa is great! I've used her several times, and my daughter loves going over to her house!"

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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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Part-time Babysitter Or Nanny

West Lafayette, IN

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Ainsley. I am a Senior at the University of Florida majoring in Music History & Literature. I have previously worked as a preschool music teacher, and have experience teaching classes of up to 8 students at a time ranging from ages 1-4. I spent seven years as a Girl Scout, and I have extensive work and...
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Fun And Responsible Caregiver To Children Of All Ages.

West Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
2 years experienceĀ·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have plenty of experience with short term babysitting as well as being a Summer Camp Counselor for the past 3 years. I have plenty of fun activities and games as well as educational materials to keep summer, after school, and weekend both fun filled and engaging!
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West Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
4 years experienceĀ·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm currently a junior at Purdue studying Kinesiology with a minor in psychology. I currently work at VASA fitness in the KidCare department and am currently looking for more hours. I am CPR certified and love babysitting! I've babysat for family friends for 2 years then began working in the KidCare department once I began...
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Meet Allie

West Lafayette, IN

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Allie, a reliable and caring babysitter with 6 years of experience. I grew up babysitting younger siblings, cousins, and have interned at a daycare for the last 8 months. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. From organizing fun activities to assisting with homework, I'm...
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21 Year Old Babysitter

West Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
I have 3 years of experience working in summer camps. I have also babysat for 2 years and have references. I graduate in May and would love to have some weekend or week night babysitting jobs when I move to Indianapolis. I'm good with kids of all ages & love animals. I love plants, crafts, and the outdoors. I would love to...
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Pediatric Psych RN Turns Nanny For The Summer!

West Lafayette, IN

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Alyssa and I'm looking to nanny during the summer. I am a peds psych travel RN who is taking a break from traveling to be home for the summer. I have been a nurse for 2 years. I graduated from Purdue; Boilermaker Up! I have two dogs of my own and I am open to help with your animals as well. I'd describe my...
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West Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Caitlin, a sitter living in West Lafayette, Indiana. I'm available to go to your location, come to mine, and for occasional or part-time work. I'm knowledgeable and have a passion for providing a safe and nurturing atmosphere for kids. I can help with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and homework. I'll make sure...
Sydney B.'s Photo

West Lafayette, IN

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Sydney! I am a junior studying psychology at Purdue University. I absolutely love kids! I am very flexible and willing to do anything to help around the house including cleaning, meal prep, errand runs, etc! I have been babysitting since I was 14. I am vaccinated and CPR certified (it is about to expire so if you...
Makenna L.'s Photo

West Lafayette, IN

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$16/hr
5 years experience
I'm a natural caregiver with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With five years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for one child of any age group. My patient, calm, and friendly demeanor helps me connect with children and build a trusting relationship. I take pride in keeping parents informed about...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.69/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.3

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lafayette,Ā IN

Babysitters in Lafayette,Ā IN are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 17 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.

Skylar H.

Skylar was so sweet and attentive. We would definitely hire again!

- Care member

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 45 babysitters in Lafayette, 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.

The average rate for Lafayette, IN babysitters on Care.com is $15.69 per hour as of June 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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