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I am a mom to 1 little boy, and a stepmom to a toddler girl with special needs. I know how to care for special needs children. I absolutely love spending time with little ones. I only have experience with family members children and my own.
Catilena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
I have been babysitting for 7 years going on 8 now. I love babysitting kids and also making it fun and enjoyable for them when babysitting them.
Krystal can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Hello I'm Chelsey, I've been baby sitting pretty much since I was old enough to . I'm terms of years that's about 10. Despite the number even as a kid I've always been referred to as the mother goose looking over my siblings and cousins. I have four brothers and a sister who are just a small amount of my experience . I also take...
Chelsey can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alexis H.
Ossian, IN
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Alexis And I Love Little Kids And Finding Fun Things To Do With Them!
I have a little brother of my own, and I tend to watch him a lot. go on bike rides, and in general are outside all the time. make lunch together. I love to be outside and having fun!
Outgoing
Adventurous
Fun
I like working with kids because in my future, I would like to be a delivery nurse!
I'm looking for a job that is...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have had pets all of my life, including dogs, cats, fish, a rabbit, and a ferret. I absolutely love animals and would love to take care of your fur children! I had a job pet sitting for a veterinarian in high school, and then have had a few odd jobs here and there! I am a full-time nanny, so I have a patient and loving...
Maddi can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Maddi D came highly recommended to me. She watched our fur-babies for a long weekend. Her pricing is more than fair. She was thorough with her questions about our animals needs/ house needs, etc. She did an amazing job with our dogs as well as cleaned the house...
Care member
5.0
(3)
My name is Elly.
I've been a teacher for two years and a caregiver for the past 7. I was a nanny for over a year. I have worked with all ages, from 6 weeks to 15. I am CPR and First Aid Certified for all age ranges, from infants to adults. I am very comfortable with pets and have a clean driving record, as well as my own...
Ellyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elly has plenty experience with early childhood development of children from working with kids at a young age. She has classroom and private home care experience. "
Juan C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a part time nannying position! I am in nursing school, so my schedule does change every semester. Currently available Wednesdays & Fridays, with occasional help on the weekends!
I am CPR & water safety certified, I have reliable transportation, and am a non-smoker. I have my BS in Criminal Justice and am...
Maddi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddi is very intuitive with each of our children's needs. She truly cares for our kids and enjoys spending time with them. She plans out activities for them and keeps their schedule running "how mom and dad does it" so they aren't surprised by anything and melting...
Alyssa K.
Ashley B.
Fort Wayne, IN
$10-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello!! I have been taking care of kids, teens, and adults all of my adult life in one form or another. I am very experienced with working with people with special needs. I am able to tube feed, administer meds and shots, change catheter and colostomy bags, as well as various other medical procedures. I am CPR and First Aid...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Sidney J.
Zanesville, IN
$16-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Sidney,
I am a 25-year-old from Fort Wayne seeking a part-time nannying position. I've been working with children for a decade. I've worked with children of all ages from newborns up to 12-year-old's. My experience includes babysitting, nannying, church volunteering, and being an infant/toddler teacher. I most...
Sidney can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello!! I have been taking care of kids, teens, and adults all of my adult life in one form or another. I am very experienced with working with people with special needs. I am able to tube feed, administer meds and shots, change catheter and colostomy bags, as well as various other medical procedures. I am CPR and First Aid...
Alivia B.
Fort Wayne, IN
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as Kind, Fun, Respectful, and Responsible.
I like working with kids because I love having fun and coming up with fun activities to do. I also love cleaning, cooking, and helping with anything I can.
I started working with kids when I was 12. I have lots of little cousins that I would watch and help...
Alivia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
I have 4 fur babies and love each of their unique personalities so much! I am that person that goes into people's homes and is more excited about the pets than the people. I have a big fenced in back yard that animals love to run around in. My home is very animal friendly. My dogs love other dogs. They will bark at first but...
Ashley can also help with: Boarding
Stephanie O.
Fort Wayne, IN
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have years of experience working with kids from 0-17 years old. I have experience with in-home care, I have worked as a preschool teacher and as a youth director. I have experience working with kids with disabilities I am looking for a family to work with long term. I have a 1 and 3-year-old daughters and I am interested in...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our work schedules can change and she was always willing to adjust as we needed her to. My son always went to her no problem and loved playing with her daughters."
Shannon P.
I have three children of my own that I can proudly say were raised with love, fun and responsibility. Being a mom is my greatest achievement. My kids are older now and don't need me 24/7 so I have been babysitting my neighbor's children after school two days a week. I feel I am a positive role model and influence on them. I love...
Amber R.
Roanoke, IN
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm 22 years old and have been babysitting for multiple families throughout the past 8 years! I absolutely love kids and would love to help care for yours! I have experience with all ages; from a month to 15 years. I also have experience with special needs children. Also, I am very experienced with date nights and...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Amber arrived on time, even after texting to let us know she got stopped by a train. She is sweet and capable, and our kids love her!"
Ryan H.
5.0
(4)
Hi! My name is Alaina, I'm number 6 in my family of 13 children. I have always had several younger siblings and have been babysitting for many years! I have 8 years of experience and I really enjoy caring for and playing with kids! I can help with cooking and laundry. I am currently available for care on weekday evenings (after...
Alaina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Alaina is the best! We trust her completely with our family and home and are so grateful to have found her! Our kids absolutely adore her "
Care member
Katharine S.
Fort Wayne, IN
$11-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I'm Kat! I am new to Fort Wayne but I have a lot of experience being a babysitter/nanny. I've been sitting since I was a teenager and it has always been the job I've been happiest with. I know that every kid is special and wonderful and I will always encourage them and help them grow and of course, make sure they...
Katharine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Kat is Awesome! My three babes absolutely adore her. She is very involved with the kids and always does something really fun with them!! I highly recommend Kat!"
Meghan S.
Emily M.
Huntington, IN
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, and kind.
I like working with kids because they are so funny. They make me laugh and forget about my small stuff because everything for them is big at these ages!
I'm looking for a job that can help elevate me into a better person and give me new perspectives on life while...
Skills:
CPR
Vanessa A.
Fort Wayne, IN
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Full-Time Dog Walker, Boarder And Sitter Available In Fort Wayne
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Vanessa and I have 6+ years experience in dog walking. I began in my late teens/ early twenties with family and family friends; eventually walking and boarding dogs and cats professionally. I have excellent experience in a wide range of different breeds, ages and special needs. I do currently own one...
Vanessa can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"I was really impressed by the amount of work and care she went back through to make my apartment look sparkling clean and to take amazing care of my little furry friends. I would gladly hire her back again. I will also recommend her to anyone who is looking for...
Sean K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, sensitive and understanding.
I like working with kids because I believe there is so much to learn from children. They are so intelligent and have so much to offer!
I started working with kids when I was about 15! I am currently a Purdue university student studying Elementary education!...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kelsey is great. When she arrives she immediately started playing with the kids. And if she can't make it then she finds a replacement. She watched our one in 3-year-old during the weekend."
Jonathan H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ossian, IN
Maddi D.
5.0
Maddi D came highly recommended to me. She watched our fur-babies for a long weekend. Her pricing is more than fair. She was thorough with her questions about our animals needs/ house needs, etc. She did an amazing job with our dogs as well as cleaned the house while she was here too!
- Care member
Ellyssa B.
5.0
Elly has plenty experience with early childhood development of children from working with kids at a young age. She has classroom and private home care experience.
- Juan C.
Maddi D.
5.0
We loved having Maddi as a nanny! She was a patient, kind, and creative caregiver. Our son loved her and clearly felt comfortable with her. She has a very calming presence and we are forever grateful for the time she spent loving our kid!
- Anna H.
Stephanie O.
5.0
Our work schedules can change and she was always willing to adjust as we needed her to. My son always went to her no problem and loved playing with her daughters.
- Shannon P.
Amber R.
5.0
THE BEST! We love Amber and so do our kiddos.
- Brittany S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ossian, IN:
How can I find a Ossian babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ossian, 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 4 babysitters in Ossian, 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Ossian, IN?
The average rate for Ossian, IN babysitters on Care.com is $10.75 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 Ossian, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ossian, 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.