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Katie B.

Responsible Caring Babysitter

South Bend, IN

4.6(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I have a passion to work with kids, I recently worked in Pediatrics and Labor and Delivery in a hospital. I am a very outdoorsy, fun, love to learn type nanny. Love to read to kids, play pretend, arts and crafts and explore outside. I have experience with all different types of specialties medically and experience with...

Care Member says "Katie lives close by and was super welcoming and great with our kids! So many activities to do at her house also!"

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Christina H.

Experienced, Professional Nanny Seeking Date Night/occasional Babysitting Gigs

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Christina, and I have been a professional nanny since 2010. I worked in a daycare field for many years before that. I am currently employed FT during the day, but am looking for a consistent PT position for evenings after 5 p.m. and/or Saturdays. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have!

Adam R. says "Christina has been a wonderful weekend babysitter to my daughter. She has been with us for just under a year. She prepares meals, plays throughout the day,...

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Beatrice B.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Beatrice. As the fourth out of six kids, my experience with childcare started with my own siblings. Since then, I have gained extensive experience working with infants and children of families found through both personal connections and Care. com. I have always loved spending time with children, and I never run...

Kadi W. says "Oh, where do I even begin with Bea?! We had the absolute pleasure of having her take care of our 6 month old for the summer, and we couldn't have asked for...

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Jane H.

Caring And Attentive Sitter

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Jane and I think I would be a great fit for the nanny position you posted. I'm a fun-loving and experienced nanny who has more than 10 years babysitting combined with years of professional nannying. I have cared for infants and babies many times and have a lot of experience with feeding, changing, tummy...

Jennie W. says "Jane has experience with caring for autistic children. She is very patient and good at redirecting them when they fixate on things. Kids really love her."

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Rachapirom T.

Fun Sitter

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi. I have worked as an Aupair in America for 2 years. I took care of twin girls (new born to 2 years old). I have worked as a teacher in Thailand. I can prepare food and clean the house. I love to play with the kids.

Taylor C. says "Gam is in one word - incredible! I would give her 10 stars if possible. From day one she has been reliable, dependable, flexible and loving with caring...

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Ayanna M.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 3 years of experience at being an lead infant toddler teacher and still currently teaching as a sub to certain daycares. I have an 8yr old son who's super energetic so he keeps me on my toes. I got my bachelors in recreational therapy, I chose that major for my son who was diagnosed with autism and I wanted to understand...

Heather M. says "Ayanna is an asset to our household and we are sad to see her go. Under her care our children have loved every moment with her. They look forward to the...

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Lora H.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I am a mom of 3 grown children and I have many years of childcare experience under my belt. I started caring for children when my kids were young and I was a stay at home mom and provided daycare out of my home. I've also worked in the school system as a substitute Teacher and Instructional Aide. I've been a nanny for 2...

Christine C. says "Lori is amazing!! She is flexible, incredibly patient and took the time to learn each of my 3 children's personality. She loves our children like her...

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Adeline G.

Child Caregiver

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Addy, I'm 26 and graduated from Michigan State University in 2020. So far I have nannied for 2 different families. My first family I was watching a little boy starting at 3 months up until he was 7 months, and my second family I watched a 2-year-old boy for 6 months. I also have a 3. 5-year-old niece who I watch...

Laurie A. says "Addy watched my infant from about 3-6 months old. She moved out of the area so we had to say goodbye to her. Addy was so incredibly helpful. She is truly...

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Kasey R.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience
I have great experience with toddlers as well as older children, I was a nanny for 2 years with a family of 2 children as well as taking care of my own nieces and nephews! I'd describe my personality as humorous, motivated, and well communicated.

Care Member says "LOVED working with Kasey. You can count on her to show up everyday and was an overall joy to be around. She works very well with kids which was great!...

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Kelis L.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Kelis. I am 24 years old but very mature for my age. Very Reliable and flexible to the families needs. I mostly go by Ari thats what everyone calls me and what I prefer. I am a student at ND. As well as working with children who do online schooling, etc. I've been nannying since 2019. Im comfortable with the...

Jennifer V. says "Kelis has been taking care of my son (15mo) for a bit over 4 months. He loved her instantly. We are a Spanish speaking home and she incorporates the bit...

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Brandi F.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello :) I bond well with the children as well as the parents. I specialize in Notre Dame weekends for families that come from out of town! I try to follow the parents guidelines for how they like their children to be watched to the best of my ability. I am more than willing to help clean up the house while the child is napping...

Care Member says "Kind and compassionate about caretaking and education for younger children. Educated in calm down techniques for all kids. Clean home. We love Brandi! "

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Blaine M.

Child care

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I have 8 years of childcare experience. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing all sorts of games with kids. I'm also comfortable enforcing household rules and following the parents' lead. l'm happy to assist with cooking, meal preparation, carpooling,...

Care Member says "Blaine used to babysit for my sister all the time and was always super flexible and easy-going!"

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Taylor N.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience
Hi! My name is Taylor , and I am currently a high school teacher in South Bend. I graduated from Indiana University South Bend with my bachelor's in Science in Education in May of 2022 and graduated with my Master's degree in December of 2023. I am looking for a summer nannying and/or tutoring position to make a little extra...

Collese M. says "Taylor is an amazing person and babysitter! She is always responsible and on time. I never worry when she is taking care of my son. She has watched him...

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Samantha U.

Babysitter

South Bend, IN

from
$11/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am Samantha, a recent graduate of Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, IN. I have been surrounded by children all my life! My grandma had a daycare out of her home for the first 20 years of my life before her retirement two years ago. Along with that, I worked as a Teacher Assistant at the Early Childhood Development...
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Brenda M.

Part Time Babysitter Available

South Bend, IN

from
$20/hr
Craft assistance
Hello. My name is Brenda M and I am originally from Orange County California. I am a retired mother of 3 beautiful adult children. I have lots of experience working in the nursery at our church every Sunday and was a volunteer at bible camp every summer. My mother also ran a home day care center so I have been surrounded by...
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Unique B.

Private Caregiver

South Bend, IN

from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is U'Nique and I am a 26-year-old South Bend, IN resident. I was born in Fort Wayne, but grew up in South Bend and was blessed with the opportunity to start babysitting at a very young age for my neighbors and friends of my parents. My particular experience with "babysitting" turned into a long-term position...
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Carli T.

South Bend, IN

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for! My two years of babysitting experience have instilled in me a deep passion for caregiving. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational games. I am comfortable caring for one child, ages 0-11. I have completed...
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Abby R.

Child Care

South Bend, IN

from
$14/hr
2 years experience
Fuelled by a passion for children's growth and previous babysitting experiences, I'm eager to positively impact young lives. My two years of experience caring for children aged 0-12+ have equipped me with the skills to provide nurturing and engaging care for up to two children at a time. I'm patient, creative, and friendly,...
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Caitlyn H.

Date Night/Weekend Sitter

South Bend, IN

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I have had 10 years of experience babysitting children. I also have 2 years of experience with assistant teaching and one and a half years with an after school daycare. My main job is being an EA for a local school corporation. I have worked with children with special needs now for 8 years. I did go to college to pursue a...
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Lauren E.

Lauren

South Bend, IN

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have about 7 years of experience, I've been babysitting all ages since I was 12 years old. I worked as a camp counselor and kids club for about 4 months. I also helped run a kids camp in Michigan when I was 15. I was a cadet teacher my junior and senior year of high school where I worked with K-5th graders. I am now a...
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  • 69 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.57/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.9

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in South Bend, IN

Babysitters in South Bend, IN are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 69 listed babysitters

Katie B.

Katie lives close by and was super welcoming and great with our kids! So many activities to do at her house also!

- Care member

Christina H.

Christina has been a wonderful weekend babysitter to my daughter. She has been with us for just under a year. She prepares meals, plays...

- Adam R.

Beatrice B.

Oh, where do I even begin with Bea?! We had the absolute pleasure of having her take care of our 6 month old for the summer, and we couldn't...

- Kadi W.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in South Bend, IN:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in South Bend, 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 69 babysitters in South Bend, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 South Bend, IN babysitters on Care.com is $15.57 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 South Bend, 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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