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Maria C.

Goshen, IN

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am well versed with the demands of this job and am sure of my ability to work well in the role of a Nanny. I used to work as a Special Education para-educator in a local Elementary school. I'm currently working as a behavior technician

Megan P. says "Maria was amazing!!! Not only was she on time, but she helped take care of 8 kids at my wedding! This included feeding them, playing with them, bathroom...

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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
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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Gabriella M.

Mishawaka, IN

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, my name is Gabriella and I'm currently a full-time student. I have three younger sisters ages 13, 17, and 18. I also have a little brother who will be turning 3 in August. I have plenty of experience with children ages ranging from newborn-18. I love to read and do crafty activities!

Casey M. says "Gabby helped our family with after-school pick up and care for our preschool daughter and elementary son. She is bubbly and up for whatever the day had in...

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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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Kelis L.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
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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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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Joanna M.

Experienced Nanny For Kiddos And Doggos

Elkhart, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Heya! My name is Joanna. I am from Tennessee and been in the Indiana area for 4 years now. Before moving to Indiana I was working as a counselor for 5-18-year-olds in a psychiatric hospital. During college where I studied psychology and human development I taught after school STEM and was a live in nanny for a family of 4....

Nicole M. says "We were incredibly fortunate to find Joanna! She responded to a last minute, immediate-need job posting when we unexpectedly lost childcare for our...

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Jane H.

Caring And Attentive Sitter

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
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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Brandi F.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Sarah R.

Granger, IN

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! I am looking for a nanny job in my area. I have lots of experience including babysitting, nannying, working in a facility daycare, and running my own in home daycare. I also have two children of my own who would need to come with me to work. Please consider me for your littles! I look forward to meeting you!
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Unique B.

Private Caregiver

South Bend, IN

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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 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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Mychaela B.

Elkhart, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I'm a passionate childcare provider with 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My genuine passion for fostering children's growth and development has been enhanced by my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. As a patient, calm, creative, and friendly individual, I believe in open communication with...
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Kinzie P.

Elkhart, IN

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Kinzie! I am a full time stay at home mom and have 2 kids of my own. I'm thinking of looking to start babysitting from home if I can gather enough kiddos, or Nannying for the perfect family if they allow me to have my boys with them! Im located in Elkhart, near elkhart high school.. I'm looking to watch up to 2- 4...
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Maria G.

South Bend, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, I'm Maria! I am a current undergrad student at Indiana University and I am currently a Dental Hygiene major. I have been babysitting for about three years now, and have worked with many children under the age of 10. Due to the pandemic, I gained more hands-on experience watching children for my family and neighbors. I...
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Alysa N.

Edwardsburg, MI

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
I've always had a soft spot for children, and my passion for nurturing and caring for them led me to become a childcare provider. With four years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I'm known for my patient and friendly demeanor, which helps me connect with children and build...
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Abigail P.

About Me!

Granger, IN

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$12/hr
5 years experience
I have worked at Mary Frank and Northpoint Elementary schools for the past few years and have been babysitting longer I'd describe my personality as responsible, fun-loving, and caring I like working with kids because they teach me as many things as I teach them. There's never a dull day with kids! I started working with...
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Arianna R.

South Bend, IN

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I just moved back to South Bend from Arizona after a decade. I've worked in child care since 16, completing my early childhood education program in high school and earning my associates in psychology with a focus on early development. The last year in Arizona I nannied for 2 families with an infant and a toddler. I have my...
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Brittany S.

Experienced Teacher Looking To Nanny

South Bend, IN

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Brittany and I am 2nd grade teacher in the area. I love my job and working with diverse students who are full of curiosity and energy. Since I love spending time with children, I am looking to nanny or babysit for the summer vacation. I am willing to tutor and/or work with students to keep their learning...
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Lilly T.

Lilly

Granger, IN

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have always loved working with children because of their boundless curiosity and joy for learning. Being a sitter allows me to make a positive impact on their lives while supporting families in creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment. I have 4-5 years of experience caring for children of various ages, from infants to...
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Janet M.

South Bend, IN

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. I have one year of experience as a nanny and have also babysat for several families. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I enjoy playing board games and puzzles, as well as educational games...
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  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Wakarusa, IN

Babysitters in Wakarusa, IN are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Maria C.

Maria was amazing!!! Not only was she on time, but she helped take care of 8 kids at my wedding! This included feeding them, playing with...

- Megan P.

Blaine M.

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

- Care member

Gabriella M.

Gabby helped our family with after-school pick up and care for our preschool daughter and elementary son. She is bubbly and up for whatever...

- Casey M.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Wakarusa, IN:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Wakarusa, 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 2 babysitters in Wakarusa, 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.

The average rate for Wakarusa, IN babysitters on Care.com is $19.00 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 Wakarusa, 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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