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Emma D.

Child Care

Osceola, IN

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, I'm Emma! As a current first-grade teacher, I bring creativity and fun into everything I do. With my nurturing nature and experience in teaching young learners, I am excited to offer my services to families seeking a reliable and engaging caregiver. I am passionate about creating a safe and stimulating environment for...
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Mishawaka, IN

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I am Brianna, a devoted childcare provider with five years experience as a nanny and two and a half years experience in a childcare ministry prior to nannying. This past May, I graduated with my Special Education (with early childhood credential) degree. I am a stay at home mom to a1-year-old daughter who I would have...

Cassandre T. says "Brianna will always put the care of children before herself. She is very passionate about working with kids and is an amazing person inside and out!...

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Mishawaka, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Alexis, I am a 26-year-old Army Vet. Before joining the Army, it nannied and babysat ever since I can remember. I am the oldest sibling of four, and grew up helping out my mom every day. I hope I can be a help to your family! :) Have a blessed day!

Kesley H. says "Alexis’s care and concern for my dad was absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond to make sure he was comfortable at all times. "

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Osceola, IN

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
My goal is to provide a safe, caring, nurturing and stimulating environment in which my client children thrive and develop and I have done this for the past 4 years I have been working as a nanny. Briefly, these are some of the things which I am very good at; preparing bottles for babies and care for feeding equipment changing...
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South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Miera. I have always had a passion for working with kids, and I would love to be able to help families by providing childcare when needed. I love playing with kids and experiencing new things with them. I would be glad to help with other household chores or grocery shopping as well. Most of all I'd love to be able to...

Care Member says "She was super sweet and connected great with our toddler! She was very helpful and adjusted to all of our crazy last minute changes! "

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South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
Fun-loving, responsible, and experienced nanny and babysitter looking for a part-time position until July near South Bend. I have 7+ years of experience caring for children: I have worked as a nanny to infants and toddlers ages 0-3, a babysitter to children ages 10 and under, and a speech therapist (SLPA) to over 200 adolescents...

Natalie R. says "Meg took care of our 10+ month old for the summer, and we had a great experience working with her! She kept him on schedule, sang & read, had fun with...

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Nanny

Elkhart, IN

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello I'm a 38-year-old married mother of 3. I have In-home daycare & nanny experience. I currently work as a Childcare paraprofessional for Elkhart community schools and I have an Associate's degree in medical assisting. I am CPR certified. I love kids and I'm very reliable!!

Linda O. says "Stephanie is a wonderful caregiver & a wonderful person. You could not leave your child or adult in better hands. I know this because I've observed her...

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Caring And Attentive Sitter

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Jane and I think I would be a great fit for the nanny position you posted. I'm a fun-loving and experienced nanny who has more than 10 years babysitting combined with years of professional nannying. I have cared for infants and babies many times and have a lot of experience with feeding, changing, tummy...

Jennie W. says "Jane has experience with caring for autistic children. She is very patient and good at redirecting them when they fixate on things. Kids really love her."

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Granger, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Grace and I am 23 years old! I would love to help care for your children! As for experience, I have worked at a daycare for 4 years and have been a nanny before! I love children and will make sure to provide the best care possible. Message me! (:

Care Member says "Grace was fantastic with our toddler son. He is very active and she kept him very busy with age appropriate activities. Grace is caring and...

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Part Time Babysitter/nanny

Mishawaka, IN

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, I am a 2024 grad from IU Bloomington. I have a 9-5 job and am seeking a side job. I have experience with all ages and personalities. I worked at a summer camp for 3 years and have cared for over 5 different families as well as my own.
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Nanny/Child Care Provider

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Kimberly B. says "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...

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Part-Time Nanny

Granger, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have two grown children and have a nursing back ground. I have been caregiving for the past 25 years and I'm also a hospice volunteer. I have experience with the elderly and dementia and also with newborns and children.

Sarah C. says "Susan has been wonderful with our busy 4-year-old. She's got the energy to match and is always friendly, warm, and dependable. Highly recommend."

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Experienced Sitter & Nanny Available

Elkhart, IN

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello there! My name is Crystal and I'm a looking to help families in my area with their child care needs. I've raised two kids with very little assistance from friends, family, and even social services. I have an Associates degree in Psychology. I am a Senior at Indiana University studying Social Work. My availability will...

Samantha L. says "I hired Chrystal to babysit my 6-month old two days per week for about 5 months or so. I was thrilled with her service. She showed up each shift and...

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Responsible Caring Babysitter

South Bend, IN

4.6(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...

Care Member says "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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Experienced, Professional Nanny Seeking Date Night/occasional Babysitting Gigs

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Christina, and I have been a professional nanny since 2010. I worked in a daycare field for many years before that. I am currently employed FT during the day, but am looking for a consistent PT position for evenings after 5 p.m. and/or Saturdays. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have!

Adam R. says "Christina has been a wonderful weekend babysitter to my daughter. She has been with us for just under a year. She prepares meals, plays throughout the day,...

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Energetic, Trustworthy, Loving Sitter

Mishawaka, IN

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hey there my name is Emma, I have been nannying for about five years now and have experience with all ages. Specifically infants and young children. I am CPR, lifeguard, water safety, and swim instructor certified. I have a complete open availability and I'm always flexible. Weekends weekdays evenings overnights etc. I'm also...

Care Member says "Emma has been providing weekly care for my son for about a month now. She is always on time and has fun with him. Though my son sometimes has issues...

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Child Caregiver

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Laurie A. says "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...

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Experienced Early Educator

Syracuse, IN

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am a library professional and early childhood educator with over 10 years of experience. I am passionate about providing families with excellent childcare. I have extensive experience with infant and toddler care, as well as with with preschool and school-aged children. I have 34 college credits in child development and...

Katie K. says "We absolutely loved Elizabeth and were really sad when she moved away and couldn't sit for us anymore. My two daughters (ages 2 & 5) absolutely loved...

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Full Time Nanny Available Beginning End Of April, 2018

South Bend, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "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,...

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Full-Time Child Care Available

South Bend, IN

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Proud mother with a 2-year-old daughter, ready to get back into nannying & to find a family that will accept my daughter & I into their family dynamic! 2005 marked my passion in childcare. Being the oldest of six, I assisted my mother by babysitting my siblings while she worked multiple jobs. My professional career started in...

Mandy D. says "Krystal has been caring for our 3 kids- ages 5 and 3 year old twins for about 2 months. She is wonderful with them. She finds activities to keep them busy,...

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  • 60 nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.33/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated nannies is 5.0

Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Wakarusa, IN

Nannies in Wakarusa, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed nannies

Brianna R.

Brianna will always put the care of children before herself. She is very passionate about working with kids and is an amazing person inside...

- Cassandre T.

Alexis G.

Alexis’s care and concern for my dad was absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond to make sure he was comfortable at all times.

- Kesley H.

Miera W.

She was super sweet and connected great with our toddler! She was very helpful and adjusted to all of our crazy last minute changes!

- Care member

Common questions about hiring a nanny in Wakarusa, IN

The average hourly rate for nannies on Care.com in Wakarusa, IN is around $14.33 as of December, 2025. Actual costs can vary based on your location, the nanny’s experience, and the number of children who need care. Families who need specialized help, such as infant care, overnight support, or light housekeeping, may pay higher rates. For a detailed breakdown of average nanny pay and what factors affect pricing, visit our guide to nanny costs or explore the Care.com Cost Calculator for more information on the cost of nannies in Wakarusa, IN.

There are a few good ways to find a trusted nanny in Wakarusa, IN. Many families start by asking friends, relatives, or neighbors for recommendations. You can also post in local parenting groups or community boards to find caregivers who come with personal referrals. Online platforms like Care.com make it easy to connect with qualified nannies near you. There are currently 3 nannies in Wakarusa, IN on Care.com. You can filter by experience, hourly rate, and availability, then review profiles and read feedback from other local families. For more tips and ideas on finding the right fit, see our guide on how to find a nanny.

Families in Wakarusa, can find many different types of nanny services to match their schedules and needs. Options include full-time and part-time nannies, live-in nannies, bilingual nannies, and those with experience caring for infants, toddlers, or multiple children. Some families hire night nannies to help with overnight routines, while others look for caregivers who can assist with homework, school pickups, or after-school care. Many nannies also provide light household help, like meal prep or tidying up after the kids, offering families extra support day to day.

When interviewing a nanny in Wakarusa, it’s helpful to ask questions that give you a sense of their experience, approach to childcare, and daily routines. You might ask about their past roles, preferred age groups, comfort with activities like meal prep or transportation, and how they handle discipline or emergencies. It’s also a good idea to discuss scheduling, communication style, and expectations around household duties. Parents often prepare a a nanny interview checklist to make sure important topics like scheduling, communication, and responsibilities are covered.

When choosing a nanny in Wakarusa, IN, consider both experience and personality fit. Look for someone with strong references, a proven track record in childcare, and certifications like CPR or first aid. It’s also important to find a nanny who communicates clearly and aligns with your family’s values, routines, and expectations. Many families on Care.com take additional steps such as setting up trial days, and discussing responsibilities in detail to make sure they find a reliable and trustworthy match.

Yes, many nannies in Wakarusa, IN offer flexible schedules to fit different family routines. You can find part-time nannies who provide care a few days a week, after-school help, or morning coverage. Families who need extra support can also find weekend nannies for occasional or regular care on Saturdays and Sundays. Care.com makes it easy to filter by availability, schedule, and experience so you can find a nanny whose hours align with your needs.

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