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418 babysitters are listed in Bloomington, IN
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Bloomington, IN
5.0
(1)
My name is Kate R. I am from Northern Indiana. I have over 10 years of experience of babysitting kids ranging from 1 month - 12 years old. I am a previous lifeguard and swim instructor. I love to cook and would be willing to help out with that and light housework/laundry! I enjoy participating in arts and crafts as well as...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kate has a nice understanding of children’s developmental milestones and how to appropriately communicate with them because of that. She’s dependable, driven, but down to earth. I also appreciate her sense of humor. She speaks to my children as people, not as...
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Megan M.
Bloomington, IN
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Developmental Psychology PhD Student By Day, Fantastic Babysitter By Night!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a second year PhD student at IU looking for occasional babysitting jobs. My schedule is somewhat flexible because I only have classes a couple of days a week. I have tons of experience, commitment, and passion relating to child development and education. Not only have I babysat for countless families over the past 10...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan was our first baby sitter to take care of our 4 year old and 2 year old. She was punctual, dependable and extremely professional. Kids loved her. She used to color , do activities with the kids and also take them for walk nearby. Megan also got some books for...
Deepika S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Claire and I am a Doctoral Occupational Therapist currently studying for my boards in late July, and looking for a part-time nanny job in Wicker Park/Bucktown area while I study! I have advanced education and experience in pediatrics and children with developmental delays and disabilities. I am more experienced...
Claire can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Claire was friendly, professional, reliable, and easy to work with. She was accommodating to our situation and needs and flexible with her time and availability. My only hesitation in writing a 5-star review is that it makes her more marketable and we hope to work...
Anna K.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Ryan and I am a senior at IU. I'm majoring in Public Relations and I'm looking for a part-time babysitting job during the school year. I have been babysitting since I was in middle school, and started nannying for families during the summer in high school and college. I have plenty of experience with kids and love...
Ryan can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Ryan is great! My kids loved her and we could always trust her. She’s reliable and exceeded our expectations. I could count on her to be there on time and did any extra chores around the house. I would definitely recommend Ryan to anyone in need of a sitter!"
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5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alejandra, but everybody calls me Ale :) I'm Highly dependable and adaptable Babysitter. I have been babysitting for the past 6 years I used to do it during school year. I have babysat for different families with kids aged 3 months-12 years old. I have experiencing with watching children in my family. I'm also...
Alejandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"I was so nervous about leaving my two year old daughter with a stranger but from instant when I met Ale she put nerves at ease, she is great with kids. We felt so comfortable Leaving her with ale totally recommend her :) "
Sandra G.
5.0
(1)
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I'm outgoing and personal, I love doing and teaching crafts and activities, and getting to know the kiddos individuality and interests. Though I may be fun, I won't have any trepidation enforcing YOUR rules for them in a loving way. I have experience...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
5.0
"Lydia was open to all requests and tried really hard to work with the two kids the way we wanted. She was sensitive to their emotions and was able to adapt to their daily moods very well."
Dean W.
Victoria B.
Bloomington, IN
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tori. I am an experienced child care provider with great references. I have been working as a nanny/babysitter since 2008. I have worked for and continue to work with several families in the Bloomington area. I work with children from infant to preteen. My job duties include but are not limited to :diapers,...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Tori has been great though the years with our son- from age 2 - 4 so far!"
Chandler B.
Camoni Y.
Bloomington, IN
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Lot Of Fun, Great Person To Be Around And I Have A Tendency Of Making Children Laugh Out Loud
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for many years. I have watched children from ages 3 months to 15 years old. When carrying for them there are different activities due to age differences. But I have been to a nearby park in walking distance, many arts and crafts, allowing them to help clean or cook in any way they can, to enjoy...
Camoni can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Camoni filled in last minute when we needed some help. She was very responsible and did a nice job with our daughter. We would be happy to hire her again."
Eric M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Naomi, I am 20 years old, and I have three years of experience! I am really excited to continue babysitting as I love it very much. Additionally, I am trained in the Heimlich Maneuver, CPR/AED, and First Aid. I am happy to do some light cleaning, meal prep, or whatever else you need. I am also really fun with kids as...
Naomi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Naomi is a tremendous babysitter. Not only is she wonderful with children of all ages, she is great with all kinds of furry friends!!! She is very experienced in dealing with multiple child households and making sure every child is cared for and individually...
Sarah M.
Rebecca K.
Bloomington, IN
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience babysitting and working with children. I can help with routine housekeeping, cooking/meal preparation, and errands. I love pets and children off all ages!
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Becca did a fantastic job cleaning our house. She’s professional and efficient. I believe I’ve found the best help for myself and my family. Thank you Becca!"
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I grew up with a large family. I have 10 other brothers and sisters and currently also am an aunt to 14 children. I have babysat for my siblings and nieces/nephews more times than I can count. I am notorious for being the favorite aunt among the kids in the family because I love playing with them, helping them with anything,...
Amelia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our family has loved having Amy as our nanny. Our LO watches her leave every day so I know they always had a great time. Amy is reliable and communicates well. We would hire her again."
Jillian T.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as fun, energetic, and creative!
I like working with kids because I have 5 siblings of my own and have always enjoyed hanging out with them, taking them to do fun activities, or craft at home. Getting to watch other people's kids gives me that same fulfillment!
I'm looking for a job that is...
Payton can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We met Payton through her younger siblings after always seeing her play with them and pick them up from our school! We had her watch our two boys (7 and 12) for our date night. Ever since we call Payton whenever we can! The boys love her and say she is “so much...
Ella B.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Eden, and I'm a 21-year-old IU student living here in Bloomington! I'm a local and have always loved babysitting for families around town! I have quite a bit of experience with childcare with various ages and am looking for work this coming spring semester and summer! Feel free to reach out to me with any and all...
Eden can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Eden did a great job with my two daughters. She showed up on time and immediately took to the girls. I look forward to using her again. "
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Julianne H.
Bloomington, IN
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Julie! I've been babysitting since I was 13, and I previously worked as a behavior therapist for children with autism. I'm now in grad school and looking for some part-time opportunities. I love dogs and pets as well. I would love to come babysit for your family and play with your children! Activities could include...
Julianne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Julianne was awesome! Super communicative, reliable and my daughter adored her "
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Dakota B.
Bloomington, IN
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dakota, I am a very fun loving, responsible, and organized enrolled student looking for one-time babysitting jobs throughout the year. I am a great option for couples looking for someone to take care of their kids for a date night! I love spending time with kids of any age and I am safe sitter certified as well...
Dakota can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dakota has been our nanny for the last two summers. She effortlessly managed three children under the age of 7. She values incorporating activities, educational learning and creative play with all three littles. The children were ages, 4, 5 and 7 the first...
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Kennedy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kennedy is fantastic with our daughter and so dependable! Our daughter absolutely loves her and we are so happy we found her. We didn't really want to send her to daycare before she turned 1 but some of the other nannies we tried out weren't as mature or dependable...
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Maria and I am a student at IU! I study journalism and enjoy writing and creative projects. I have about 2 years of experience babysitting. This includes watching a 3-year-old girl, and watching three siblings aged 5 months to 6-years-old. I can provide references if needed, and there are recommendations listed...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maria was always punctual and dependable, followed instructions, and intentional in care for our family member."
Julie W.
Jasmine W.
Bloomington, IN
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working in a daycare & babysitting from ages newborn- 11 years old. I graduated from IU with a double major in elementary education and special needs education.
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I had hired Jasmine to keep my 2 1/2 year old for a few hours in the evenings. Jasmine is a soft spoken girl, punctual, did a good job feeding him dinner."
Archana V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!!!
My name is Nia, and I recently graduated from Indiana University with my B. S in Public Health. I will be returning to nursing school to become a pediatric RN. I've always had a love for kids, and making sure they are healthy and loved. So becoming a pediatric nurse has been the path I've chosen which I believe will go...
Nia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nia is absolutely wonderful. I am so happy I was able to find her through Care.com. My kiddo has really connected with her. She is kind, patient, punctual, and a true blessing upon my little family."
Rebecca C.
5.0
(1)
I am a professional classical musician; I love bird watching, puzzling, walks, chatting, listening to music and reading and painting. I'm a good cook, friendly and able to complete a task set before me. I have experience spending time with the elderly who are present but not always able to speak, and I am patient with the...
Lydia can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"She has been dependable, flexible, always left me in a better frame of mind than when she came. She’s capable and willing to figure out a new task. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bloomington, IN
Kaitlyn R.
5.0
Kate has a nice understanding of children’s developmental milestones and how to appropriately communicate with them because of that. She’s dependable, driven, but down to earth. I also appreciate her sense of humor. She speaks to my children as people, not as someone with power. Anyone can feed your...
- Care member
Megan M.
5.0
Megan was our first baby sitter to take care of our 4 year old and 2 year old. She was punctual, dependable and extremely professional. Kids loved her. She used to color , do activities with the kids and also take them for walk nearby. Megan also got some books for my 4 year old about space....
- Deepika S.
Claire H.
5.0
Claire was friendly, professional, reliable, and easy to work with. She was accommodating to our situation and needs and flexible with her time and availability. My only hesitation in writing a 5-star review is that it makes her more marketable and we hope to work with Claire again next summer and...
- Anna K.
Ryan T.
5.0
Ryan is great! My kids loved her and we could always trust her. She’s reliable and exceeded our expectations. I could count on her to be there on time and did any extra chores around the house. I would definitely recommend Ryan to anyone in need of a sitter!
- Care member
Alejandra G.
5.0
Alejandra has been wonderful. She is the first sitter that we have used that isn't family and We feel very lucky to have found her. She is punctual and willing to work with our schedule. She was willing to come over before the first night and meet our daughter and get to know our routine. It made my...
- Kayla C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bloomington, IN:
How can I find a Bloomington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bloomington, 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 418 babysitters in Bloomington, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Bloomington, IN?
The average rate for Bloomington, IN babysitters on Care.com is $14.94 per hour as of May 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 Bloomington, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bloomington, 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 Bloomington, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Bloomington, IN are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 70 reviews of the 418 listed babysitters.