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Hannah K.

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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Full Of Smiles And Fun!

West Lafayette, IN

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
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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Neile W.'s Photo

West Lafayette, IN

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
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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Stay At Home Mom Looking To Watch 1-2 Kids.

West Lafayette, IN

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
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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West Lafayette, IN

3.7(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Part-time Babysitter Or Nanny

West Lafayette, IN

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Ainsley. I am a recent graduate of the University of Florida where I studied 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...
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Registered Nurse With Many Years Of Babysitting Experience

West Lafayette, IN

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am a registered nurse but will have a break in jobs for the month of September, so looking for babysitting or nannying opportunities in the area. I am CPR certified, comfortable with pets, and love caring for kids of all ages.
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Shelbi C.'s Photo

West Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
9 years experience
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with nine years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with children stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. I am a patient and...
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West Lafayette, IN

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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...
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Hi I'm Claire! I Have Over 7 Years Of Childcare Experience And Would Love To Meet You!

West Lafayette, IN

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Hi my name is Claire! I have been working with children for over 8 years, since I was a freshman in high school! I have babysit since I was in high school, nannied for a family for two year, worked at a childcare center for 3 years during college and I am currently a special education teacher! It it extremely important to me...
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Sitter And Purdue Student

West Lafayette, IN

1.0(0)
from
$13/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am currently a sophomore at Purdue University majoring in Biomedical Health Sciences (Pre-Med) with a minor in Human Development. I have four years of experience babysitting, and have experience working as a patient care assistant in a hospital setting. I also previously worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I love...
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Fun And Responsible Caregiver To Children Of All Ages.

West Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Katelyn A.'s Photo

West Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Currently I am employed with two wonderful jobs, one with a preschool and the second a daycare. Prior to these jobs I have had the wonderful pleasure of babysitting little ones off and on for just a few years. I have mainly cared for children in between the ages two through five. This age group is such a joy for me. Outdoor...
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Meet Allie

West Lafayette, IN

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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My Goal Is To Be Fun And Helpful To Each Family I Can Serve!

West Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I have been helping in my Church's nursery and have been babysitting for over 5 years! I absolutely love kids, and am comfortable watching kids of all ages. I have previously worked as a CNA and am a retired gymnast! I love spending time with friends and family and going up north to our lake house! I also enjoy being active and...
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Responsible And Fun Caregiver

West Lafayette, IN

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! I have been taking care of children for 10 years, from newborns to teenagers, as a babysitter and nanny. I am CPR and First Aid certified, of which I obtained from nursing school. Currently, I am working towards my Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education. I switched my college major because I love children and want to...
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Hi! My Name Is Maddie :)

West Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I am a college student in elementary education and will be certified to teach K-6. I have previous experience teaching preschool, subsitute teaching K-6 and special ed, babysitting for children birth to 12, coaching gymnastics for ages 2-15, and directing summer camps for middle schoolers. I have had pet cats and dogs my...
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Fun And Reliable Sitter!

West Lafayette, IN

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$12/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Jordan and I have been babysitting children for around six years! While I also babysit during the school year, I have spent the last two summers nannying for two children, one having special needs. Now that I am back at school, I am looking to care for children in the West Lafayette area! I would love to work...
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Emily P.'s Photo

West Lafayette, IN

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Emily and I am a college student in Illinois but will be in Sacramento for some time in December and January. I have lots of experience with babysitting (especially 8-11-year-olds) and am a violin player and have given multiple violin lessons to kids before. Additionally, I have experience taking care of...
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Ryan :)

West Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am 21 years old and I am a student at Purdue University studying Speech Language and Hearing Sciences. I am also a certified lifeguard. Caring for and just being with children has always been my passion. I have an assortment of experience teaching and caring for children in many different settings. I have had one-on-one...
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  • 50 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.43/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Lafayette, IN

Babysitters in West Lafayette, IN are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 50 listed babysitters

Hannah K.

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...

- Maria M.

Skylar H.

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

- Care member

Melissa T.

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

- Kourtney R.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Lafayette, IN:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in West 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 42 babysitters in West Lafayette, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. 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 West Lafayette, IN babysitters on Care.com is $15.43 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 West 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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