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Lora H.

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
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$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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Child care

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
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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Mishawaka, IN

5.0(1)
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$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.'s Photo

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
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$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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Experienced Nanny For Kiddos And Doggos

Elkhart, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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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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Brandi F.'s Photo

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Sarah R.'s Photo

Granger, IN

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Private Caregiver

South Bend, IN

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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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.'s Photo

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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Maria G.'s Photo

South Bend, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Experienced Teacher Looking To Nanny

South Bend, IN

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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

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.'s Photo

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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Ezlyn A.'s Photo

Goshen, IN

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of various ages. My passion for childcare stems from my role as a single mom. I understand the importance of finding reliable and trustworthy childcare, which is why I strive to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. My...
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Full-time Carefiver, Live-in Nanny

South Bend, IN

from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I work at a daycare, I have also been babysitting for family, friends, even teachers for about 8 years. I also have done many classes on child development and I am working on getting my CDA (child development associate certification)
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Happy To Help!

Elkhart, IN

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$9/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi I'm Daviana, I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I love kids! I am flexible with prices!
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Babysitter

South Bend, IN

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$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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Fun Love To Cook, Play With Kids

Mishawaka, IN

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Mary, and I've been caring for kids for the past 2 years. I truly enjoy spending time with little ones whether it's playing, helping with routines, or just making them laugh. I'm patient, responsible, and always focused on keeping kids safe and happy. I've worked with all ages, from babies to young kids, and I love...
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Tasharra T.'s Photo

South Bend, IN

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello my name is Tasharra. I have been babysitting for about 10 years but with being the oldest sibling of six, I've been taking care of children for most of my life. I also now have a little one of my own. My first sitting job was when I was about 13 years old I cared for a police officer's three children all between the ages...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of August 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

Lora H.

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...

- Christine C.

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 August 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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