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Hannah M.

Part-Time Babysitter

Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
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Hi I'm Hannah! I am a recent Ball State graduate. I have plenty of experience working with children of all ages in various settings (doctor's office, hospital, daycare, autism center). If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me!
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Nanny/Child Care Provider Available For Day Shift

Lafayette, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello! As a mom of two of my own babies, there is probably not ENOUGH information one can give to make a parent feel 100% comfortable leaving their most precious gift with someone they barely know. I have a son who is 15 and a daughter who is turning 12 soon. I am also a local photographer here in Lafayette. Working with kids...
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Lafayette, IN

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$20/hr
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Jasmine. I am looking for a part-time position in babysitting/nannying in the meanwhile. I am originally from the West Lafayette area and so I am very familiar with it. I have reliable transportation and I am also Covid-19 vaccinated. I can't wait to hear back from you!
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Melynnie V.'s Photo

Lafayette, IN

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Melynnie, and I am a local art teacher seeking summer and weekend work. As an art teacher at both the middle and high school levels, I have extensive experience working with kids of various ages, helping them explore their imagination while building essential skills. I am currently looking for weekend...
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Korie D.'s Photo

Lafayette, IN

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Zoey, and I absolutely love working with kids. Over the past four years of babysitting, I've discovered that I have a real knack for connecting with children and helping them learn, grow, and just have fun! There's nothing better than seeing a child smile, explore something new, or feel proud of what they've...
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Caitlin W.'s Photo

West Lafayette, IN

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Caitlin, a sitter living in West Lafayette, Indiana. I'm available to go to your location, come to mine, and for occasional or part-time work. I'm knowledgeable and have a passion for providing a safe and nurturing atmosphere for kids. I can help with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and homework. I'll make sure...
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Flexible Sitter

West Lafayette, IN

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Breeah, but many people call me Bree. I am a 22-year-old Purdue student. Since I was in high school I have been passionate about working with children in many different capacities. I am looking for a part-time position, especially on weekends. I have a flexible evening/weekend schedule. I can help with any type of...
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Part-time Babysitter Or Nanny

West Lafayette, IN

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Ainsley. I am a recent graduate of the University of Florida where I studied Music History & Literature. I have previously worked as a preschool music teacher, and have experience teaching classes of up to 8 students at a time ranging from ages 1-4. I spent seven years as a Girl Scout, and I have extensive...
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Experienced Nanny

West Lafayette, IN

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I am looking for a babysitter/nanny position this august. I have my bachelors in psychology and developmental and family science with a concentration in child development from Purdue University. Starting August of 2024, I am beginning my masters in school counseling, so I am looking for a part time nannying position. I have...
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Experienced Speech Language Pathologist Looking For Temporary Part Or Full-Time Work

West Lafayette, IN

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hello families! My name is Emily, and I am a 26-year-old speech language pathologist by trade looking for occasional work as a sitter. I am available most consistently evenings and weekends, and looking ideally for a long term babysitting position to cover dates, etc. I am CPR certified and am experienced, both as a nanny and...
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Carlie Y.'s Photo

West Lafayette, IN

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I am currently a senior engineering student at Purdue and looking for some part time babysitting opportunities. I have six years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to school age children, and am comfortable with multiple children. I have nine nieces and nephews all under 6 and have worked part time at...
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Part-time Caregiver

Otterbein, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am 29 years old! Throughout my summers, I watched the neighborhood kids which consisted of 3-4 children a day. We enjoyed lots of outdoor activities like bike rides, scavenger hunts, baseball games, kite flying, the list goes on and on. I have also watched many, many cousins, nephews, nieces and...
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Ashley W.'s Photo

Delphi, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I have 5+ years of experience working with children and families in numerous capacities. I have worked in an center, at home as a DSP, , as a Preschool teacher, and more. I am doing a part-time internship and classes, so my weekly schedules vary.
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  • 13 part time babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.80/hr as of October 2025

FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in Lafayette, IN

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Lafayette, IN. While all babysitters on Care.com undergo an annual background check called a CareCheck, it’s best to do your own due diligence before hiring babysitters such as interviewing them, reviewing references, and running your own background check.

When a babysitter is needed part-time and you plan to work with them on a regular basis, you may want to interview a few different candidates. After setting up interviews near you in Lafayette, IN, you can ask each babysitter questions about their work style and experience and you can also introduce them to your children to see who they naturally click with.

How much babysitters are paid near you in Lafayette, IN depends on a wide variety of factors including how experienced the babysitter is, how many children require care, and the types of babysitting duties you want them to take on. Keeping all of that in mind, the average hourly rate for part-time babysitters in Lafayette, IN is $16.80.

If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in Lafayette, IN, you can use Care.com to make your search easier. You can review the profiles of different part-time babysitters until you find one who has the experience you’re looking for and whose rates align with your budget.

Part-time babysitters near you in Lafayette, IN offer a variety of services, but most focus on providing short-term care for children. Usually you hire a part-time babysitter for one-off babysitting needs such as when you’re attending a child-free wedding or have an appointment you can’t bring your children to. Part-time babysitters can help with homework, light cooking, and keeping your child entertained while you’re out of the house.

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