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23 in home child care are listed in West Lafayette, IN
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 4 years
In home child care in West Lafayette, IN
Emily N.
West Lafayette, IN
$18-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.8
(18)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emily! I have been working with kids for almost 10 years now and still enjoy every moment of it!! I have worked as a full time in the home nanny, part time nanny, in daycares, as a middle school girls soccer coach, and ran the kid's fun zone at a minor league baseball stadium. I am pretty much just big kid at heart with...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"What a wonderful nanny she has been for my little boy. He is always so happy to see her. You can truly tell Ms. Emily enjoys watching children. She is always so polite and friendly. Couldn’t have found a better choice. "
Care member
3.8
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a stay at home mom currently for my 3-year-old daughter and my 8-month-old daughter! Before becoming a stay at home mom I was a preschool teacher for two years while in high school I worked through a local School Corporation as a paraprofessional. I graduated from Purdue university with my general education diploma in...
Kortney can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Engaged with my rowdy children! She even cleaned up when she didn't have to. I'm definitely hiring her again!"
Rhyannon S.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I've been working with children of all ages for over 30 years. I was a professional nanny for 10 years before I obtained my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and Master's degree in School Counseling. I have extensive experience with newborn-elementary aged children but enjoy working with all ages. Since the pandemic...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She answered my request promptly and was able to meet up and fit me into her schedule during spring break, last minute! My dog is 15 and she gave him meds and snuggles, and took great care of him while I was gone. I was never nervous about him being in her care. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lily and I am a recent graduate of Purdue University! I am moving back home to pursue my Master's in Mental Health Counseling at IUSB and I am looking forward to being back in northern Indiana :) I received my B. S. in Psychological Sciences and B. A. in Human Services.
I would love to get to know you/your family...
Lily can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lily does an amazing job caring for our child. She has been babysitting consistently from 8AM to 12PM on Mon, Wed and Fridays for the last 4 months and never misses a beat. We trust her and know that we can rely on her decision making abilities. Very timely,...
Joseph W.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience, pls look below.
I helped the parents out with Laundry, dishes and picking up after the kids. I was making their meals as well.
I can also help with light housekeeping, and laundry if needed.
-Jan 2022/January 2023: I was looking after two toddlers, and their dog. We played, and I fed them their...
Lynn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"I hired Lynn to watch my kids on Sunday mornings and she was great. She always showed up on time and was very friendly and professional. My kids looked forward to her coming and had a lot of fun with her. "
Care member
Adrian J.
West Lafayette, IN
$12-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been baby sitting since I was just 12 years old. Many people in my community trust me to take care of their little ones! I am very reliable and trustworthy. I am really good with kids of all ages and I will be home from college starting May 9 and I am looking for something more full-time during then so if you need a...
Adrian can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Angelica O.
West Lafayette, IN
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Your In Home Private Educator, Nanny Or Spanish Teacher.
Hi families,
I'm Angelica! Four years ago I began my work in the child care field working at an after school program at Burnett Creek Elementary school where I helped create a fun environment for children to relax and get work done after school. Once I started there, I knew it was the field I belonged in. Since then, I have...
Angelica can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant at a local nursing home, and I have taken care of my 3-year-old niece and 5-month-old nephew since they were born! I am happy to clean, love pets (I have 2 cats of my own), and am a pretty good cook if I do say so myself! I am a recent Purdue graduate and am happy to...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CNA
Hi! My name is Avery. I am from West Lafayette Indiana. I attend college at BYU-I. I am studying Family and Consumer Sciences education. I am home for the summer and looking for a job in child care.
I have been babysitting since I was 11, have 3 younger and 2 older siblings, and I grew up on a small farm. I have always loved...
Avery can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Myah and I am looking for a summer job while I am home from college. I attend Ball State University in Muncie, IN and I am currently working toward my Early Childhood Education degree. I love working with children and have lots of experience. Children are my passion; I love watching them grow and develop new...
Myah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Madison B.
West Lafayette, IN
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Madison! I have an Associates Degree in Psychology, where I focused on Child Psychology. I have done childcare on and off for the past 5 years for families in my neighborhood. In my free time, I love spending time with my three dogs and exploring different parts of Indiana! I also love to clean, I find it...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! My name is Annabelle . I'm a responsible college student home for the summer looking for childcare and/or tutoring jobs. I am patient, loving, kind, and smart. I'm currently working toward a degree in biomedical health sciences with a plan to attend medical school upon graduation. I'm comfortable tutoring math, English,...
Annabelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hannah F.
West Lafayette, IN
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Purdue University Grad, Loving Mom, Professional (many Years As A Pharmaceutical Sales Rep)
I graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor's degree in elementary education (2005). I love children. I was a pharmaceutical sales representative for 14 years and have recently decided I wanted a break from the industry and to enjoy my passion .... working with little kids & babies. I do not have to work, but am truly...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello!
My name is Piper and I am 22 years old and studying History and Political Science at Indiana University Kokomo. Although I go to school in Kokomo, I call West Lafayette home and have lived here since I was 5 years old. I have been working at a childcare center for the last 2 years and absolutely love it. I work with...
Piper can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Gabrielle E.
West Lafayette, IN
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Gabby and I am a 1st year graduate student at Purdue! I am studying to become an audiologist. I just moved to the area. I am originally from South Florida and graduated from Florida State University. In high school I babysat regularly for some families. When I go back home I babysit for families as well.
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lexis W.
West Lafayette, IN
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Lexis (also know as Lex)! I've worked with kids all my life in different ways, from tutoring, babysitting, and nannying, to being an assistant teacher, student teaching, and substitute teaching for the Tippecanoe School Corporation! You can trust that your children are in safe hands with me! I take pride in my...
Lexis can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Chelsey P.
West Lafayette, IN
$12-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for family's back home for about 6 years. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping or anything else you may need, I am willing to help with whatever. Currently at Purdue, I am studying to become an elementary teacher and help spread the joy of school!
Chelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have a lot of experience working with kids of all different ages. I teach dance at my neighborhood dance studio when I am home from break and work with children varying from ages 3-17. I also interact frquentlymwith the parents as well and I am very comfortable talking and working with adults. I am familiar with allergies and...
Ella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Kristie B.
West Lafayette, IN
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been doing senior care involving Alzheimer's hospice home care hospital stay nursing home for now over 30years. It is my passion to show the elderly of this community that they matter. And that they deserve the best care possible. And also to make sure that their love ones already knowing that their family is being taken...
Kristie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hello, my name is Jordyne. I was previously an at home nanny but now have been working as a lead daycare teacher for 3 years. I go back to school April 8th Monday-Friday 9am-4 p.m. so im looking to get back into at home care to fit my school schedule. Preferably anything from 4pm-12 a.m. or 5am-9 a.m. I have my license and my...
Jordyne can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Most recent reviews for in home child care in West Lafayette, IN
Emily N.
5.0
What a wonderful nanny she has been for my little boy. He is always so happy to see her. You can truly tell Ms. Emily enjoys watching children. She is always so polite and friendly. Couldn’t have found a better choice.
- Care member
Kortney W.
5.0
Kortney was immediately attentive upon arriving at our home. The kids enjoyed playing and she even got them to sleep! She did light cleaning, which is heavily appreciated, and was helpful with the pets as well. Will absolutely have her back for help with my babies
- Alishia F.
Lisa H.
5.0
We feel so fortunate that we found Lisa and her daughters through Care.com! My son immediately took to Lisa and Savannah as soon as he met them! Lisa is a gentle, kind and attentive caregiver. She has helped my son blossom - encouraging us to sign him up for classes at the Little Gym, then taking...
- Care member
Lily S.
5.0
Lily does an amazing job caring for our child. She has been babysitting consistently from 8AM to 12PM on Mon, Wed and Fridays for the last 4 months and never misses a beat. We trust her and know that we can rely on her decision making abilities. Very timely, patient, caring and motherly. We would...
- Joseph W.
Lynn S.
5.0
I hired Lynn to watch my kids on Sunday mornings and she was great. She always showed up on time and was very friendly and professional. My kids looked forward to her coming and had a lot of fun with her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in West Lafayette, IN
How do I find in-home child care near me in West Lafayette, IN?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in West Lafayette, IN. There are 23 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.
How much does in-home child care near me cost in West Lafayette, IN?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of May, 2024, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $16.83 for in-home child care providers near you in West Lafayette, IN.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in West Lafayette, IN?
You can compare 23 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.