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Salma H.

Part-time Babysitter Available

West Lafayette, IN

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
I am a Junior at Purdue University studying Brain and Behavioral Sciences. I have worked at a family owned restaurant for 8 years. I am currently 20 years old. After graduation I would love to find a job working with children.
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Part-Time Nanny/Sitter

West Lafayette, IN

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello!! My name is Caybree, I'm a mother myself and have experience working with children ranging from 0m-13 years. I've worked in a local autism center and was RBT/CPR certified prior to having my son. I've been a private nanny for the last 9 months, however the family I work for is moving and I'm seeking to find another...
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Part-time Babysitter Or Nanny

West Lafayette, IN

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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 Speech Language Pathologist Looking For Temporary Part Or Full-Time Work

West Lafayette, IN

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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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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Experienced Nanny

West Lafayette, IN

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 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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Flexible Sitter

West Lafayette, IN

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 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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West Lafayette, IN

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Lauren, I'm from northwest IN and am currently studying speech, language, and hearing sciences, with a minor in child development at Purdue University. I am looking for a part time babysitting gig during my time at school! I have been a babysitter for over five years, and also have three plus years experience...
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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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Delphi, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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  • The average post rate is $16.38/hr as of July 2025

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

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in West 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 West 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 West 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 West Lafayette, IN is $16.38.

If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in West 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 West 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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