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When I was like 16 I took care of like three kids. When was a newborn one was three and another one was six they were my whole world. I saw babysitting for a little bit for like basically for two years that I took a break and I wanna go back into it
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Jackie E.


Merrillville, IN

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jackie and I absolutely love kids. I have a bachelor's degree in special education as well as elementary education through western governors university. I have been babysitting since about age 14 and have loved it ever since. I've had 5 years experience with special needs and also 6 years experience overall. I...
Jackie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jackie is a kind and gentle young lady. She is very conscientious and hard working and will complete assigned tasks timely and with enthusiasm. Jackie will be a huge asset to any employer. "

Cheryl P.

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Isabella C.


Portage, IN

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible, College Student

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey there! My name is Isabella, I'm currently a junior at IUPUI in Biomedical Informatics. I'm looking for weekend jobs during the school year while I'm in Indianapolis. I've had about 10 years of experience babysitting my little brother as well as other children from care. com. As a babysitter, I understand that each child is...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
5.0
"Isabella was wonderful with our fussy 19 month old! She is responsible, reliable, and kept us in the loop during our night out. I would recommend her to close friends and family. "

Scott M.

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Alyssa K.


Valparaiso, IN

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

My name is Alyssa. I have quite a bit of experience supervising kids. I have loads of cousins, family friends and coworkers kids that I have watched. All of which you can contact if need be. I also previously worked at a daycare which the ages range anywhere from 6 weeks to elementary age kids. I am CPR certified and First Aid....
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Such a nice and kind person. Was very helpful with everything that needed to be done and will definitely hire her again."

Jay H.

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Emily R.


Gary, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Long Term/Full-Time Family To Work With

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting/being a nanny for the past 10 years. I am CPR certified. I have worked in a day care which I have the experience to supervise a large group of toddlers and keep them busy with activities. I like to do many interactive activities with children when I babysit them like hide-and-seek, dancing, board games,...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emily ("Milly" to our family) worked full-time for our family for 1.5 years beginning when my son was not quite 3. Milly was always early, paid attention to detail & worked hard. But, more, she became a part of our family - equally adored by both me and my...

Jennifer H.

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Ellie P.


Valparaiso, IN

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Ellie

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have my own car, license with the ability to drive your kids to do fun activities as permitted! Minimum pay rate $18 or more. A little bit about my experience: I am a sister to three brothers and seven sisters. Five of them which are younger so ive had all the experience you can imagine with kids and an overall understanding...
Ellie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"We immediately felt comfortable with Ellie & our kids adore her. We will definitely hire her again. "

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Julie H.


Valparaiso, IN

$14-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter/Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a fun, caring and reliable babysitter/tutor with over 15 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have a B. A. in Human Development and Family Studies from Purdue University Northwest. A couple years ago, I worked as a Site Leader for the Hobart Family YMCA after school program where I was responsible...
Julie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Bettina G.


Portage, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Loving Nanny.

Hi, my name is Tina! I have over 5 decades of experience in childcare and have provided care to children from birth through young adults. I also have experience working with children on the spectrum, blindness, developmental delays, and epilepsy. I have loved children all my life, and that led to many years working as a foster...
5.0
"Bettina truly is the best care giver for children. She's attentive, interactive, caring and focused. "

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Carla G.


Valparaiso, IN

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Child Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am licensed by the State of Indiana as a Home Child Care Provider for infants and young toddlers, which of course, requires that I be trained and certified in CPR, First Aid and Universal Precautions. Background investigations, FBI fingerprinting and TB tests are performed annually. I am also SIDS trained and have obtained my...
Carla can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Carla and are still utilizing her services. She provided great comprehensive care. in addition she provides a personal and professional service."

Aime D.

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Alexandria S.


Valparaiso, IN

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny With Open Availability

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Alexandria or Alex for short. I studied Early Childhood Education at Purdue Northwest so my passion truly is caring for children and helping them discover the world around them! I added elementary education to my teaching license and have taught 4th grade for four years now. I enjoy watching my students learn...
Alexandria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Alex is super friendly, easy to talk to, and I felt very comfortable with her right away. My 7 yr old son enjoyed spending the day with her-they did a variety of activities and she kept him safe and entertained. She was punctual and professional. I would definitely...

Jennifer T.

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Alyssa K.


Valparaiso, IN

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Housekeeper

I've been cleaning up messes for the past year while working customer service and it is probably one of my best skills.
Alyssa can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning & more
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Alyssa K.


Valparaiso, IN

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Tutor

Helping kids at my school along with my younger sister.
5.0
"Alyssa helped me with so many hardships academically and I am so glad I was able to hire her!! Amazing tutor, extremely friendly and patient. I highly recommend her if you're struggling, or need a bit of extra help! She's amazing!!"

monica P.

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Mary E.


Portage, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I used to take care of kids back home (Philippines). I am very dependable, responsible, accountable, respectful, kind and a loving sitter. I love teaching kids with good deeds so that I can impart and can be a good influence to them. I am looking for a full time or part time. Please reach out to me with any question you may...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"My girls absolutely adore Mary and her daughter! She's absolutely amazing!"

Kelsey B.

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Maddie D.


Merrillville, IN

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Maddie, I am from Michigan and just moved here with my husband to Indiana about July. I recently graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelors degree in elementary education. A student taught in a fourth grade and second grade classroom. I continued my teaching career as a fourth and third grade...
Maddie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maddie nannied our boys this summer and she was great with them!"

Samantha S.

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Nancy O.


Valparaiso, IN

$10-13/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I would love to help out with your fur babies, I have two I never met a cat I did not like. If you have any question please send me a message.
Nancy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"I had to go out of town on a family emergency. My visit extended to 4 weeks. Nancy took extra special care of my cat. She sent texts and videos. It was a relief not to have to worry about my cat for that length of time and just concentrate on my family. I...

Susan C.

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Janiyah L.


Gary, IN

$14-15/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Crafty kids care is a full-time nannying business. My business quote is "Where imagination happens" I am currently a psychology student with an early childhood minor. I moved from the midwest to georgia to pursue full time childcare. I have worked with many communities and ethnicities, I have been a youth teacher at my church. I...
Janiyah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"

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Dedjreanna T.


Portage, IN

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

childcare

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was 13, now 20. I have plenty of experience with all kinds of experience. I love children and having fun. I like to play games with the children, talk, and just have an enjoyable time making them laugh and smile! However, I can also be serious when needed to be and make sure things stay in order....
Dedjreanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Dedjreanna was on time, she came prepared, and she was able to do things without being told! She worked with my two year old daughter in the pool and taught her how to kick her legs and worked with her on other swimming skills! When my daughter tried to splash her...

Denise S.

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Chloe H.


Portage, IN

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter With Professional Daycare Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Chloe, and I'd love to care for your little ones! I am 24 years old, and I am excellent with children. I am licensed in child care, so I am very comfortable in the area. I am comfortable helping with school work, preparing food as needed, and spending quality time with the children.
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

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Dana Z.


Hobart, IN

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

A Healthcare Liaison/PBT, That Provides Care, Companionship & Kindness During The Aging Process.

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I began my education in psychology & Sociology, furthering into phlebotomy & LPN, wanting to push forward to eventually a RN. I have worked in many different medical areas (from home care, nursing homes, assisted living, hospital, clinical labs & Dialysis). I have been blessed in working with some extraordinary people and my...
Dana can also help with: Personal care, visiting nurse, hospice services, dementia, home modification, respite care & more
5.0
"Dana was absolutely wonderful to work with. She helped my mother in law in the last days of her life. She was thorough, considerate and dependable. Definitely would recommend her to anyone needing assistance in NW Indiana."

Jessica E.

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Cathryn H.


Chesterton, IN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Cathryn. My husband and I have two amazing boys(1+3. 5 years old). I am a licensed teacher, having obtained my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I have one year of experience in teaching special needs and am a trained Assessment Associate. I have taught/cared for children with various behaviors,...
Cathryn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Cathryn was simply amazing. Plain and simple do not even think twice about. Being a mom of two you can tell she loves what she does and loves the kids. After the initial days of leaving your kids with a stranger Cat was amazing. She read, engaged, and played. She...

Alan E.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Wheeler, IN

Jackie E.

5.0

Jackie is a kind and gentle young lady. She is very conscientious and hard working and will complete assigned tasks timely and with enthusiasm. Jackie will be a huge asset to any employer.

- Cheryl P.

Isabella C.

5.0

Isabella was wonderful with our fussy 19 month old! She is responsible, reliable, and kept us in the loop during our night out. I would recommend her to close friends and family.

- Scott M.

Alyssa K.

5.0

Alyssa is very punctual, gets the job done right, wonderful with kids and pets, super dependable and smart. Hire her definitely!

- Rain N.

Emily R.

5.0

Emily was fantastic. Our girls loved her. She played and did crafts with them , prepped dinner and got them off to bed . She even helped them to clean up their play room together. We felt safe and secure leaving our little ones with Emily.

- Care member

Ellie P.

5.0

We immediately felt comfortable with Ellie & our kids adore her. We will definitely hire her again.

- Care member

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