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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Danielle H.


Portage, IN

$12-50/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Responsible Sitter

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Alyssa M A.


Portage, IN

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! I'm Alyssa and I'm always excited to meet new people and take on new opportunities. I have 7 years of experience babysitting, as well as experience with special needs children. I really enjoy playing with and getting to know different children! I have no allergies for households that may have different pets and am more than...
Alyssa M can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"

Care member

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Brenda B.


Hobart, IN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I recently graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Human Development and Family Science and finished an Americorps Program in Indianapolis! I am back home saving up for graduate school and building community within Northwest Indiana again, and am excited to start my journey as a caretaker. Although I have had no prior...
Brenda can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Brittany T.


Lake Station, IN

$5-10/hr3 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter

I love children and have been babysitting for some years now. I babysat a woman's 3 children ages 2, 4, and 8 for 3 years and now she is a stay at home mother and I would love to find another family to work for.
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
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Hannah M.


Valparaiso, IN

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time Experienced Babysitter

Hi I'm Hannah. I'm the second oldest of 5 children! I also have a 3-year-old daughter. I have experience caring for each of my younger brothers throughout their lives growing up. I have nannied for 3 families in the past with children ranging from 1. 5-11 years old. I did before/after school care, overnight care, and day time...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Claudia N.


Valparaiso, IN

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Super Fun, Active Babysitter Who Loves Kids :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Claudia! I am 18 years old, and I LOVE children! I am a patient, fun, reliable, and active babysitter. Growing up with two younger siblings, and 10 younger cousins, I have learned how to keep children in check while still having a good time. It matters to me that the kids I babysit are having fun, so I like to be...
Claudia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Samantha S.


Lansing, IL

$19/hr5 yrs exp

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

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Background check COMPLETED & CLEARED by cants as of 08/2018. CPR certified as of 09/2018 Recently renewed 10/22. For the past 5 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...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We used Samantha as a back-up care during Presidents day and were really please with our selection. She was punctual, attentive, accurate and children liked her. Will definitely hire again."

Seymur A.

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Jaclyn R.


Crown Point, IN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Active, And Creative Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jaclyn and I am looking to care for a child from my home. I have a teaching degree in physical education and health. I taught for 10 years, until I decided to stay home and be more present with my 3 children. I am willing to do virtual learning, if needed. I love to be active during the day and love crafting. I...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jaclyn is wonderful! She babysits my 2 year old daughter in her home. My daughter loves her family. Jaclyn takes great care of my daughter and I would highly recommend her."

Beth Y.

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Sydney R.


Valparaiso, IN

$21/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Energetic babysitter/nanny with several years of experience! I'm currently a college student (3. 8 GPA, Bachelor of Science in Nursing). I have worked as a babysitter/nanny for multiple families as I liked to keep busy aside from college. I am a certified medical assistant since (2020) and is CPR and First Aid certified. Would...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Brandi B.


Crown Point, IN

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Family Oreinted Babysitter

My name is Brandi. I am a mom of 2 (soon to be 3!). I know how life is growing your family and needing trusted help. Building a network of trusted individuals who can help care for the children and home is a must. I would be thrilled to make your acquaintance and discuss your needs.
Brandi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Anna L.


Crown Point, IN

$13-17/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter Looking For A Summer Job! :)

Hi! My name is Anna and I am a sophomore studying Elementary Education at Indiana University Bloomington with a minor in English. I am looking for a job when I am home over the summer and am very flexible on hours! I have been babysitting and nannying for years and have loved every minute of it. Since I am an Education major, I...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Tyler H.


Crown Point, IN

$10-30/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekends, Sundays Can Be Talked About

I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old for children from 1 to 12. This range of ages has since increase with time and experience. Can be flexible and create a planned day for your kids, if your kids are on a strict schedule I manage my time well and will get them where they need to be on time, or just relax and take it...
Tyler can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
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Carey S.


Munster, IN

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Sitter

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...
Carey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kaitlynn P.


Griffith, IN

$14-15/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My names Katie and I'm a 25-year-old stay at home mom with an almost 3-year-old daughter. I have been nannying/babysitting since I was 13 years old. I have two younger siblings that I have cared for growing up starting as young as a newborn. I have experience with all ages. I have always had a passion to work with kids and...
Kaitlynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Kelly H.


Highland, IN

$12-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available During The Work Week.

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.
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Portage, IN

Janiyah L.

5.0

She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!

- Care member

Samantha S.

5.0

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 calm! I felt comfortable and safe leaving my kids with Samantha!

- Evon P.

Jaclyn R.

5.0

Jaclyn is wonderful! She babysits my 2 year old daughter in her home. My daughter loves her family. Jaclyn takes great care of my daughter and I would highly recommend her.

- Beth Y.

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