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Stephanie M.

Cedar Lake, IN

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I am looking to babysit one or two children in your home. I have an almost four yr. Old daughter who would be with part of the day. She has AM preschool and would be there before/after. You must be okay with your child coming in the car with me for school drop off and pick up for my daughter and occasional errands/appointments...
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Cassi M.

Crown Point, IN

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Hello! My name is Cassi, and I am 28 years old. I have been a toddler teacher at Bright Beginner's Academy for three years. I grew up babysitting and ran an in-home daycare for five years. That is where my passion for working with children began, and I have been working with children ever since. I am CPR certified and would love...
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Sophia C.

Crown Point, IN

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Sophie and I'm so passionate about carrying for children and their home. I have lots of babysitting/nannying experience with newborns- 9-year-olds and I teach Sunday school at my church as well! In addition to carrying for the littles I love to stay busy and have no problem doing daily chores like meal prep,...
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Angelica C.

Crown Point, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! My name is Angelica and I'm a stay at home mom to my 4 and 6-year-old boys. I absolutely love being a SAHM and I am currently homeschooling my 6-year-old. I'm looking for an extra income by babysitting one or two kids from my own home. I'm looking for a pay rate of 20/hr. I am looking for a full time position and...
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Kaitlynn B.

Crown Point, IN

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I am a stay-at-home mom to two little ones offering in-home childcare service to local families in or around the Crown Point area. I have past experience working at a childcare center caring for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old and babysitting for family and relatives. Currently, I am able to care for children ages...
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Jasmine M.

Jasmine M.

South Holland, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
I love children. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy working with them very much. I have been and am...

Catearina C. says "Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him...

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Samantha S.

I Am A Caring Teenager Who Loves To Provide Care To All Age Children

Lansing, IL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Background check COMPLETED & CLEARED by cants . CPR certified since 2018. Recently renewed 05/2025. For years, I have enjoyed babysitting children. I enjoy spending time with children and entertaining them, I love their energy and curiosity. I have great listening skills, and I show so much love and affection to the child(ren)...

Evon P. says "Samantha is a very nice and respectable young lady. She was gentle and caring with my two daughters. She kept my youngest daughter who usual cries all day...

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Jessica M.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Jessica! I am a 27-year-old who loves kids and I have been babysitting since I was 15. I worked 4 years as a Program Therapist at an Eating Recovery Center and I started a new job at Cook County Department of Corrections. I have 5 years experience working with the Chicago Park District as a summer recreational...

Kristin B. says "Jessica has been a great babysitter for my 2 year old son. She plays with him, preparers meals and helps with potty training. She is always cheerful and...

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Monitte E.

Chicago Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Bringing a decade of experience working with children aged newborn to 11, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment for your little ones. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives while supporting families with reliable care. I am patient, creative, and...

Care Member says "Monitte continues to be the very best caregiver my son has ever had. She really cares about the children. "

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Lauren S.

Frankfort, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. Hi my name is Lauren! I am 23 years old. I have more then 10 years of babysitting, I nanny when I'm not in school too, currently I'm a runner and swimmer, I am as swim instructor at lock port park district I also work at the before and after care for...
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Amy F.

Weekend Babysitter

Homewood, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello :) My name is Amy. I work as a Surgical Technologist during the week at a busy surgery center. I'm CRP certified and received both doses of the Covid vaccine. I worked at daycare centers prior to working at the hospital (primarily worked in the infant rooms) I miss working with kids. I know this probably sounds a little...
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Tara C.

Full-Time Home Based Babysitter!

Hammond, IN

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Hello! My name is Tara, I am a 33-year-old loving mother of 2. I myself, had struggled to find a Babysitter/ Care provider that made my kiddos top priority! I understand the need of having a stable, structured yet home like environment for our little ones. I am a Home-Based Babysitter that is here for your babysitting needs!
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Carey S.

Part Time Sitter

Munster, IN

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$12/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Carey S and I am an experienced babysitter and English education student at the University of Indianapolis, who is home for the summer. I've taken many education courses and done a lot of field experience focused towards spending time with children. I've been a summer camp counselor and babysitter for quite a...
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Natasha R.

Hammond, IN

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$10/hr
I am a friendly babysitter. I love taking kids to fun activities and helping with home work. Playing games and building puzzles is my favorite thing.
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Kelly H.

Experienced Babysitter Available During The Work Week.

Highland, IN

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
I am the mother of a beautiful 1-year-old daughter and have experience in babysitting children of all ages. I am in the medical field and CPR certified. I recently became a stay at home mom and work one day a week.
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Kabriya N.

Flossmoor, IL

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$20/hr
I've been babysitting and helping with children for over 10 years, and it quickly grew into something I'm truly passionate about. I'm also a certified CNA with 5 years of experience, and I'm CPR and BLS certified. I take pride in being dependable, patient, and always ready to jump in where needed. Whether it's caring for...
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  • 16 in-home babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $10.00/hr as of October 2025

Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Cedar Lake, IN

In-Home Babysitters in Cedar Lake, IN are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 16 listed in-home babysitters

Jasmine M.

Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is...

- Catearina C.

Samantha S.

Samantha is a very nice and respectable young lady. She was gentle and caring with my two daughters. She kept my youngest daughter who usual...

- Evon P.

Jessica M.

Jessica has been a great babysitter for my 2 year old son. She plays with him, preparers meals and helps with potty training. She is always...

- Kristin B.

FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter

All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $10.00. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.

In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 1 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.

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