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60 babysitters are listed in Portage, IN
The average rate is $13/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Portage, IN
5.0
(1)
I have experience working with children and adolescents in the outpatient and residential setting for mental health as a Behavioral Health Worker . I'm also a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) and have experience working with children with autism in ABA therapy.
Shelby can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Shelby is great! She is conscientious, dependable ,reliable, and my kids love her! That speaks for itself.. She is quite a find! She truly has a gift with children and animals alike. I would highly recommend her, but don't want her time limited from me! I'll...
Jill R.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
(2)
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, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & 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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for children with special needs since I was 15 and I am now 20! I am patient and fun! I am very comfortable with autism and mental delays! I have worked for them to the most! If you have any questions comment or concerns please let me know !
Fallon F.
Portage, IN
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I babysit for my own family. My cousin has a 6 month and a new born and when she is away I take care of her children.
I love kids, I am very trustworthy.
I'm in the navy reserves, I'm comfortable with all types of children.
Fallon can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fallon and I have been friends since high school. We even went to Navy boot camp together. She's very calm and collected in a crisis and always knows how to make any situation better. She loves her family and friends and would do anything to help others."
Ashley F.
5.0
(2)
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. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
My name is Brooke and I am a 23-year-old Graduate Student. I have been helping with childcare since I was a young teenager and have taught summer school with children of all ages and have been a strength coach for elementary and middle school students.
I am warm-hearted, energetic and enjoy spending my time reading, playing...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brooke is very sweet and reliable! My kids loved her. Will be hiring again."
Jen S.
Mary E.
Portage, IN
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Mary worked with us for like 3 years during weekdays and weekends and has full availability of time when she is required. She is a very responsible, punctual person that follows instructions without any problem and who is always aware of the time for the different...
Dan S.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Sarah, a 27-year-old mama to a 5-year-old special needs kiddo. I have experience caring for infants to teenagers since 2007. I have coached gymnastics (recreational to competitive and private lessons for special needs children who needed 1:1 ratio to participate in gymnastics) on and off for almost 11 years. I have...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi all! I am a CNA at a children's hospital and I am the oldest of 5 siblings! I babysat all of them growing up! I have a flexible schedule and my own transportation! My hospital schedule comes out 6 weeks in advance and am willing to work up to 4 days out of the week. The other 3 days I work at 12 hour shifts at the hospital!
Aaliyah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
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, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Ashley B.
Portage, IN
$10/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, and happy.
I like working with kids because I've loved kids as long as I can remember and they bring me joy.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible around my son. Preferably a own in my own home.
I started working with kids when I was 16!
In my spare time, I like to hangout...
Michelle R.
Portage, IN
$14-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I started out babysitting as a teenager and realized I loved working with children! After I had my son (now 10 yrs old), I fell in love with the Montessori method. I started working in a Montessori setting in 2016, went to school to get a Montessori teaching certification, and have now been a Montessori teacher for 3 years! I...
Hi! My name is Kynsie and I am a licensed Pediatric Occupational Therapist in the state of Florida so I have a ton of experience working with children and developing skills. I'm currently in Indiana and would love to help families in need of a babysitter. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision.
Kynsie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I love animals, kiddos, hanging out, and having fun!
Hi, my name is Danielle and I'm an expectant momma-to-be! I've been babysitting for 14 years and have experience in in-home childcare as well as being a summer camp counselor with CPR...
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Briana M.
Portage, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Briana and I am a professional nanny! I have been working with kids of all ages in many different capacities all throughout the last 13 years. Babies and children have so much to learn and explore and it is a joy and a privilege to be able to aid and be a part of that process! I am a firm believer of...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have a 9-year-old brother and a sister who is a year younger than me but I have been taking care of since I was 10 years old. I have also had a job working with kids who have autism and I loved that Job very much. I would like to return to it once when I get my RBT certification. I enjoy being around kids and have no problems...
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Hey there! My name is Michelle and I absolutely love animals I have 1 year of experience pet sitting a Yorke and since then I have loved it! I love both dogs and cats so please don't make me pick between the two . I'm open to almost anything you need me to do. A little more about me is I've been babysitting for about 4 years now...
Michelle M.
Portage, IN
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mother Of Three, Certified Nursing Assistant And CPR Certified
I have watched children all of my life. I also took daycare courses in high school. I have three children of my own. Ages 20, 15, 7. I also care for neighborhood children when their parents need me. I am 40 years old and live in Dyer.
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind outgoing patient
I like working with kids because I enjoy working with kids
I'm looking for a job that has an enjoyable family
I started working with kids when I was 12
In my spare time, I like to rollerblade
One thing you should know about me is I love animals and kids
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portage, IN
Shelby F.
5.0
Shelby is great! She is conscientious, dependable ,reliable, and my kids love her! That speaks for itself.. She is quite a find! She truly has a gift with children and animals alike. I would highly recommend her, but don't want her time limited from me! I'll definitely use her again.
- Jill R.
Dedjreanna T.
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 or push her a way Dedjreanna...
- Denise S.
Fallon F.
5.0
Super caring, kind and has a wonderful personality. She loves children and they love her.
- Jesse R.
Bettina G.
5.0
When I was offered a full-time position at the library, Tina graciously agreed to be our nanny. It was a huge blessing for our family! Not only was she reasonably priced, but she genuinely cared for all of my children, even the ones she didn’t see much because they were in school. She always...
- Care member
Brooke L.
5.0
She loves kids. She keeps them happy and busy. Kids love her.
- Brenda Z.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Portage, IN:
How can I find a Portage babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Portage, 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 28 babysitters in Portage, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Portage, IN?
The average rate for Portage, IN babysitters on Care.com is $13.61 per hour as of April 2024. 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Portage, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Portage, IN through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.
Ratings for Portage, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Portage, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.