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411 babysitters are listed in Bloomington, IN
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Bloomington, IN
5.0
(1)
My name is Kate R. I am from Northern Indiana. I have over 10 years of experience of babysitting kids ranging from 1 month - 12 years old. I am a previous lifeguard and swim instructor. I love to cook and would be willing to help out with that and light housework/laundry! I enjoy participating in arts and crafts as well as...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kate has a nice understanding of children’s developmental milestones and how to appropriately communicate with them because of that. She’s dependable, driven, but down to earth. I also appreciate her sense of humor. She speaks to my children as people, not as...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello- My name is Jada, I am 23 years old. I am seeking a full or part-time nanny position. I have been working with kids since I was 12 and I've always loved it. My most recent position I worked with an infant and 3-year-old. In my work I am a supporter of hands on learning and creativity. I love to do outdoor activities as...
Jada can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jada is a wonderful caregiver. You do not have to worry about the children watching TV the whole time with Jada. She loves to play, get them outside and is great with conflict resolution between siblings. She is very dependable, a great communicator and the kids...
Kelsy W.
Megan M.
Bloomington, IN
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Developmental Psychology PhD Student By Day, Fantastic Babysitter By Night!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a second year PhD student at IU looking for occasional babysitting jobs. My schedule is somewhat flexible because I only have classes a couple of days a week. I have tons of experience, commitment, and passion relating to child development and education. Not only have I babysat for countless families over the past 10...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan was our first baby sitter to take care of our 4 year old and 2 year old. She was punctual, dependable and extremely professional. Kids loved her. She used to color , do activities with the kids and also take them for walk nearby. Megan also got some books for...
Deepika S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Claire and I am a Doctoral Occupational Therapist currently studying for my boards in late July, and looking for a part-time nanny job in Wicker Park/Bucktown area while I study! I have advanced education and experience in pediatrics and children with developmental delays and disabilities. I am more experienced...
Claire can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Claire was friendly, professional, reliable, and easy to work with. She was accommodating to our situation and needs and flexible with her time and availability. My only hesitation in writing a 5-star review is that it makes her more marketable and we hope to work...
Anna K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for as long as I can remember! I absolutely love children of all ages and they usually love me : ) I love outdoor activities, crafts, and learning games/toys. I am equipped with a forward facing car seat and very comfortable taking kids to experience the great Bloomington area (when the weather is permitting). I...
Desiree can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were so lucky to have found Desi to watch our son over summer break this past year. She instantly connected with each of us during the initial interview and we knew that we had found someone special. Each morning she outlined her plans for the day and always...
Jessica S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alejandra, but everybody calls me Ale :) I'm Highly dependable and adaptable Babysitter. I have been babysitting for the past 6 years I used to do it during school year. I have babysat for different families with kids aged 3 months-12 years old. I have experiencing with watching children in my family. I'm also...
Alejandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"I was so nervous about leaving my two year old daughter with a stranger but from instant when I met Ale she put nerves at ease, she is great with kids. We felt so comfortable Leaving her with ale totally recommend her :) "
Sandra G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student looking for babysitting jobs since one of my biggest passions is childcare and working with kids. I am a psych major at IU Bloomington, and really enjoy child psychology as well as being double CPR certified and infant CPR certified for your peace of mind :)
Whether it's arts and crafts, storytelling,...
Lara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Lara was extremely helpful and connected with my kiddos on a high level. "
Care member
Victoria B.
Bloomington, IN
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tori. I am an experienced child care provider with great references. I have been working as a nanny/babysitter since 2008. I have worked for and continue to work with several families in the Bloomington area. I work with children from infant to preteen. My job duties include but are not limited to :diapers,...
Victoria can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Tori was punctual, professional, and my son and daughter had fun with her. She also did a great job with our dog who tends to get very excited when new people are in our house. Wonderful babysitter."
Michelle B.
Josephine G.
Bloomington, IN
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Young Adult Who Enjoys Creating Happy Environments For Children!
5.0
(1)
Many years of experience babysitting relatives toddlers and kids! Will help with house tasks and extremely flexible with varying expectations!
Josephine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Josephine (Josey) has watched our ids this summer, she has been fantastic. Our boys love her and we are sad that she goes to school away from the area. We highly recommend her and would absolutely hire her again."
Angela S.
Deborah A.
Bloomington, IN
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working as a Teaching Assistant for English Language Learners.
Worked as a teaching aide in the infants room at the Campus Children's Center.
Currently babysit for a family with 3 kids. Been working with them since August 2023.
Attend City Church? You'll probably find me at the Nursery :)
Career goal is...
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She’s very hardworking. My kids used to struggle with cleaning up after themselves and she did a great job encouraging them and creating fun ways to engage them in doing chores.
She taught my baby how to drum. She encourages my 3 older to explore their artistic...
Care member
Rebecca K.
Bloomington, IN
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience babysitting and working with children. I can help with routine housekeeping, cooking/meal preparation, and errands. I love pets and children off all ages!
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I adore Rebecca. She is beautiful, smart, and a very hard worker. She showed up on time, ignored the chaos we had going on, and got right to work. She knows what she is doing and needs very little direction, and does a very thorough job, 5+ Stars...
Meredith W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I grew up with a large family. I have 10 other brothers and sisters and currently also am an aunt to 14 children. I have babysat for my siblings and nieces/nephews more times than I can count. I am notorious for being the favorite aunt among the kids in the family because I love playing with them, helping them with anything,...
Amelia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our family has loved having Amy as our nanny. Our LO watches her leave every day so I know they always had a great time. Amy is reliable and communicates well. We would hire her again."
Jillian T.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as fun, energetic, and creative!
I like working with kids because I have 5 siblings of my own and have always enjoyed hanging out with them, taking them to do fun activities, or craft at home. Getting to watch other people's kids gives me that same fulfillment!
I'm looking for a job that is...
Payton can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We met Payton through her younger siblings after always seeing her play with them and pick them up from our school! We had her watch our two boys (7 and 12) for our date night. Ever since we call Payton whenever we can! The boys love her and say she is “so much...
Ella B.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Eden, and I'm a 21-year-old IU student living here in Bloomington! I'm a local and have always loved babysitting for families around town! I have quite a bit of experience with childcare with various ages and am looking for work this coming spring semester and summer! Feel free to reach out to me with any and all...
Eden can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Eden did a great job with my two daughters. She showed up on time and immediately took to the girls. I look forward to using her again. "
Care member
Jasmine W.
Bloomington, IN
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working in a daycare & babysitting from ages newborn- 11 years old. I graduated from IU with a double major in elementary education and special needs education.
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I had hired Jasmine to keep my 2 1/2 year old for a few hours in the evenings. Jasmine is a soft spoken girl, punctual, did a good job feeding him dinner."
Archana V.
Dakota B.
Bloomington, IN
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dakota, I am a very fun loving, responsible, and organized enrolled student looking for one-time babysitting jobs throughout the year. I am a great option for couples looking for someone to take care of their kids for a date night! I love spending time with kids of any age and I am safe sitter certified as well...
Dakota can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dakota has been our nanny for the last two summers. She effortlessly managed three children under the age of 7. She values incorporating activities, educational learning and creative play with all three littles. The children were ages, 4, 5 and 7 the first...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Maria and I am a student at IU! I study journalism and enjoy writing and creative projects. I have about 2 years of experience babysitting. This includes watching a 3-year-old girl, and watching three siblings aged 5 months to 6-years-old. I can provide references if needed, and there are recommendations listed...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maria communicates well and accommodated our requests (i.e. bedtime, snack, etc)"
Ashley N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!!!
My name is Nia, and I recently graduated from Indiana University with my B. S in Public Health. I will be returning to nursing school to become a pediatric RN. I've always had a love for kids, and making sure they are healthy and loved. So becoming a pediatric nurse has been the path I've chosen which I believe will go...
Nia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nia is absolutely wonderful. I am so happy I was able to find her through Care.com. My kiddo has really connected with her. She is kind, patient, punctual, and a true blessing upon my little family."
Rebecca C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've experience in child care from the age of 14! As the oldest of five girls, the two youngest being kids themselves, I helped raising them in their infancy. Furthermore, I've babysat for multiple different families with ages ranging from 2-12, and for a semester in 2020 - pre-pandemic, I worked with an 8th grade class 4 days a...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Taylor is very responsible and dependable. She is super fun and our 4 year old daughter loves when she is coming to babysit her! We would highly recommend her to anyone considering her to watch your kids."
Alaine V.
5.0
(2)
Hello everyone, I hope you are all having a blessed and productive day! My name is Makayla and I am mother to 4 boys (7, 4, 3, and 1 years old) and a business owner. I have been a caregiver for over 12 years and have been a certified caregiver for over 9 years, from a PCA, CNA, and HHA, I have taken personal care of over 50...
Makayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"She's very caring and polite she's a great woman and has a lot of love for elderly and children I highly recommend her. Thanks for considering her"
Karen S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bloomington, IN
Kaitlyn R.
5.0
Kate has a nice understanding of children’s developmental milestones and how to appropriately communicate with them because of that. She’s dependable, driven, but down to earth. I also appreciate her sense of humor. She speaks to my children as people, not as someone with power. Anyone can feed your...
- Care member
Jada B.
5.0
Jada is a wonderful caregiver. You do not have to worry about the children watching TV the whole time with Jada. She loves to play, get them outside and is great with conflict resolution between siblings. She is very dependable, a great communicator and the kids always have a blast with her!
- Kelsy W.
Megan M.
5.0
Megan was our first baby sitter to take care of our 4 year old and 2 year old. She was punctual, dependable and extremely professional. Kids loved her. She used to color , do activities with the kids and also take them for walk nearby. Megan also got some books for my 4 year old about space....
- Deepika S.
Claire H.
5.0
Claire was friendly, professional, reliable, and easy to work with. She was accommodating to our situation and needs and flexible with her time and availability. My only hesitation in writing a 5-star review is that it makes her more marketable and we hope to work with Claire again next summer and...
- Anna K.
Desiree I.
5.0
We were so lucky to have found Desi to watch our son over summer break this past year. She instantly connected with each of us during the initial interview and we knew that we had found someone special. Each morning she outlined her plans for the day and always made sure to clarify that each...
- Jessica S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bloomington, IN:
How can I find a Bloomington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bloomington, IN can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 411 babysitters in Bloomington, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Bloomington, IN?
The average rate for Bloomington, IN babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of May 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Bloomington, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bloomington, IN through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Bloomington, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Bloomington, IN are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 68 reviews of the 411 listed babysitters.