Find child care providers in South Bend, IN that you’ll love

217 child care providers are listed in South Bend, IN

The average rate is $16/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in South Bend, IN

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Janice P.


South Bend, IN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Child Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 30 years of child care experience. I have taken care of children of all ages, as well as siblings, from ages infant to young adult. I have excellent references, and letters of recommendation to provide. In my latest position, I was a nanny for a family with four children. In previous child care jobs, I have done...
Janice can also help with: Travel, Light cleaning, Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Janice became part of our family when our baby girl was 8 weeks old. She was patient, nurturing and very attentive. Throughout our baby's many developmental stages, Janice was able to adapt to her needs. We as parents also learned a tremendous amount from Janice,...

Kimberly B.

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Adeline G.


South Bend, IN

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Child Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Addy, I'm 26 and graduated from Michigan State University in 2020. So far I have nannied for 2 different families. My first family I was watching a little boy starting at 3 months up until he was 7 months, and my second family I watched a 2-year-old boy for 6 months. I also have a 3. 5-year-old niece who I watch...
Adeline can also help with: Carpooling, Travel, Grocery shopping, Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Addy watched my infant from about 3-6 months old. She moved out of the area so we had to say goodbye to her. Addy was so incredibly helpful. She is truly amazing as a nanny!! I have an infant and 3 crazy dogs and she handled it all so well. She’s super engaging...

Laurie A.

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Mary B.


South Bend, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Engaging, Silly, Caring Childcarer Looking To Connect With Your Family!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Mary, and I'm a 32-year-old St. Louis native who moved to South Bend a couple of years ago to pursue writing my historical fiction novel and to (keep trying) to get into Notre Dame's MFA in Creative Writing program until they let me in. I'm the oldest of six kids, so I pretty much grew up babysitting lots of...

Recent review:

3.0
We hired Mary to care for our 6 month old and 2.5 year old daughters (technically just the 2.5 year old since she would be the only one awake) for our 7 year anniversary. We were so impressed with how she interacted with our little ones during the interview and how...

Katie N.

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Katie B.


South Bend, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Caring Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have a passion to work with kids, I recently worked in Pediatrics and Labor and Delivery in a hospital. I am a very outdoorsy, fun, love to learn type nanny. Love to read to kids, play pretend, arts and crafts and explore outside. I have experience with all different types of specialties medically and experience with...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Katie lives close by and was super welcoming and great with our kids! So many activities to do at her house also!

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Stacey S.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Love And Care Like Never Before!

I'd describe my personality as energetic, caring, generous and patient. I like working with kids because I have 4 of my own kids. I was also a two time surrogate mom. I have also coached girls and boys soccer and basketball. I'm looking for a job that allows flexibility for a work/life balance. I started working with kids...

Recent review:

5.0
We hired Stacey to take care of our toddler and that was the BEST decision. She is always on time, a great communicator, energetic, and amazing with our child. When she is not here, our child asks about her and wants to know when she'll be back. You won't regret...

Lynne F.

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Angela C.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver Available, Excellent References, Over 20 Years Experience

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I care for pediatric patients with physical and mental disabilities as well as healthy children. I have several years of experience caring for children of all ages, from premature infants to preteens, including multiple births. I ensure the children I care for are in a safe, supportive, enjoyable environment. I believe in...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
We had crazy hours with me working overnights at the hospital and my hubs working early morning in a factory and Angela was flexible and willing to be there in the early hours to care for my tiny human! She did a wonderful job!

Rachel S.

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Angela S.


South Bend, IN

$22-32/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny And Infant Care Professional

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Angela, a dedicated and passionate nanny for over 13 years. I've become an expert in infant care and helping families transition into first time parenthood as well as welcoming an addition into an established family routine. I love to come alongside parents; assisting with the adjustment to the constant needs and...
Angela can also help with: Travel, Carpooling, Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
I trust Angela with our daughter’s life and well being. I have complete peace of mind when our baby is with her. Angela has been our nanny for the better part of a year from the time our daughter was 3 months to over a year old. She is extremely caring and...

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available Beginning End Of April, 2018

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My life has been around children. I was the neighborhood sitter in my youth. I have been a nanny in South Bend and Chicago. I have experience as a postpartum doula working with multiples. I also have experience with special needs children, having worked at a Rosie Place(respite care for medically fragile children in South...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, Travel, Light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

Recent review:

5.0
Sue was not only caring and well-versed in child learning & development, but she was super fun!! She made my husband and I feel comfortable from day 1, and my daughter loved her time with Sue.

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Jennifer L.


South Bend, IN

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have nearly 9 years experience as a nanny. I have worked solely for one great family since 2013. I have a degree in Psychology. Historically I worked as a Social worker and over 10 years as an elementary school counselor. Let's get together to see if I will be a good fit for your family.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Mary Poppins comes to mind when I try and describe Jennifer!!!!! We hired Jennifer 8 years ago to take care of our 3 month old twins. When they started kindergarten, she stepped in to be a the primary caregiver for my elderly parents until they moved into...

Marcia K.

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Diana S.


South Bend, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Bubbly Personality

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love kids (especially babies) and am seeking occasional babysitting opportunities (date nights, weekday evenings, weekends). I work full time Monday through Friday but am looking to supplement my income. I would love to meet you and your family.
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Lillian B.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 9 years of experience babysitting my nieces and nephews. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. I am currently in college for my nursing degree.
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
My son is thrilled when Lilly comes to watch him!

Care member

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Ana M.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Seeking a job where my career as a nanny (with over 25 yrs. of experience) and my love of caring for children and helping their families is considered as a career choice and not a temporary job. The position I hold will enable me to use my training in early childhood education and knowledge of child development issues to the...
Ana can also help with: Travel, Light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Ana watched our daughter for around 6 months. We were so lucky to have found her. She was attentive and caring with our daughter, who was 6-12 months old during that time. We could take tell that she actually paid attention and interacted with our daughter. Since...

Martina B.

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Krystyna S.


South Bend, IN

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Your Kiddo's New Bestie!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hiya! My name's Krystyna. Between watching my amazing nephews, so my sister could go to work, babysitting for old teachers I had in school, and helping to watch other kids in my community, I have roughly 8 years of experience babysitting. I absolutely adore children and enjoy seeing them learn new things and grow into super cool...
Krystyna can also help with: Travel, Light cleaning, Grocery shopping

Recent review:

5.0
Krystyna is a wonderful, helpful, nurturing caretaker. She cared for our preschooler regularly over the spring and summer. She always had great ideas for projects and activities, helped cleaned up, and was very prompt and dependable. She was/and still is very loved...

Alicia G.

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Lora H.


South Bend, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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...
Lora can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
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 own - and they love her like a second mother! She has become part of our family. I could not have survived the past...

Christine C.

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Ayanna M.


South Bend, IN

$19-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...

Recent review:

5.0
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 days she came in, and enjoyed going on adventures and learning more with her. She will be greatly missed and we...

Heather M.

Child care centers in South Bend, IN

Northwest Children's Learning Center

Northwest Children's Learning Center

21855 Brick Rd, South Bend, IN

Starting at $195/wk

Provide quality childcare for children ages 1-6. Hours of operation Monday- Friday 7:00 am- 5:30 pm. Licensed center in a country setting within a church. Level 3 through Paths to Quality (Indiana's Child Care Quality Rating and Improvement System through the Family and Social Services...

Growing Kids Learning Center - Bendix

Growing Kids Learning Center - Bendix

2601 N. Bendix Dr, South Bend, IN

Costimate: $145/wk

Growing Kids is an accredited, state licensed and quality rated child care and preschool. We offer state of the art safety and security features designed into each center. Each building has only one entrance - monitored and locked (But there are lots of exits, in case of emergency). Playgrounds are...

Growing Kids Learning Center

Growing Kids Learning Center

17850 Ireland Rd, South Bend, IN

Costimate: $130/wk

Growing Kids is an accredited, state licensed and quality rated child care and preschool. We offer state of the art safety and security features designed into each center. Each building has only one entrance - monitored and locked (But there are lots of exits, in case of emergency). Playgrounds are...

Discovery Village Child Care Ministry

Discovery Village Child Care Ministry

540 Carroll St, South Bend, IN

Starting at $100/wk

3.0

(4)

Discovery Village Child Care Ministry is close to downtown South Bend, and two blocks from Transpo station, making it easy and convenient for drop-off/pick-up. We are more than just a daycare, we are also a learning center, as we have science play, math play, reading, writing, art classes and more....

Bright Horizon Preschool

3010 S Ironwood Dr, South Bend, IN

Starting at $80/mo

The Bright Horizon Preschool provides a childcare program in South Bend, Indiana. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination in a Christian...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in South Bend, IN

Janice P.

5.0

Janice became part of our family when our baby girl was 8 weeks old. She was patient, nurturing and very attentive. Throughout our baby's many developmental stages, Janice was able to adapt to her needs. We as parents also learned a tremendous amount from Janice, as she has been a mother and...

- Kimberly B.

Adeline G.

5.0

Addy watched my infant from about 3-6 months old. She moved out of the area so we had to say goodbye to her. Addy was so incredibly helpful. She is truly amazing as a nanny!! I have an infant and 3 crazy dogs and she handled it all so well. She’s super engaging with the kids she nanny’s for and also...

- Laurie A.

Mary B.

3.0

We hired Mary to care for our 6 month old and 2.5 year old daughters (technically just the 2.5 year old since she would be the only one awake) for our 7 year anniversary. We were so impressed with how she interacted with our little ones during the interview and how nurturing and caring she was. I...

- Katie N.

Katie B.

5.0

Katie lives close by and was super welcoming and great with our kids! So many activities to do at her house also!

- Care member

Stacey S.

5.0

We hired Stacey to take care of our toddler and that was the BEST decision. She is always on time, a great communicator, energetic, and amazing with our child. When she is not here, our child asks about her and wants to know when she'll be back. You won't regret working with her.

- Lynne F.

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Ratings for South Bend, IN child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Child Care Providers in South Bend, IN are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 99 reviews of the 217 listed child care providers.