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Elizabeth S.
Beecher, IL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Future Teacher Available For Summer Job In Babysitting, Nannying, Tutoring, And Dog-sitting.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience in childcare, and I will be starting my 2nd year of teaching Preschool in August! I graduated from Illinois State University in 2021 with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education with an endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education. I have been a Preschool teacher for 2 years!
I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Elizabeth is so kind and thoughtful!! I have had SUCH a busy work schedule lately and she is always able to work with me and communicate efficiently when i have to stay late. The kiddos absolutely LOVE her, and she has been so patient with helping them with...
Betty H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very caring, friendly, and outgoing babysitter. I've been babysitting all ages including infants since I was 16. I'm 30 years old and have a 2-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter. I'm also CPR certified. I recently made nannying a full time career and would like to find a family willing to let me watch their...
Krista can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Krista started watching our son at 3 months old and stated with us till he was 2. She was always on time, actually early! She was exceptional! I have no words to describe how comfortable my husband and I were with her caring for our son. She is very flexible...
Amy W.
Samantha S.
Lansing, IL
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am A Caring Teenager Who Loves To Provide Care To All Age Children
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Background check COMPLETED & CLEARED by cants as of 08/2018. CPR certified as of 09/2018 Recently renewed 10/22. For the past 5 years, I have enjoyed babysitting children. I enjoy spending time with children and entertaining them, I love their energy and curiosity. I have great listening skills, and I show so much love and...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Samantha is a very nice and respectable young lady. She was gentle and caring with my two daughters. She kept my youngest daughter who usual cries all day calm! I felt comfortable and safe leaving my kids with Samantha!"
Evon P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have plenty of experience caring for children. My daughter is 10 my son is 6. I love being around children and having fun with them. Caring for children is what I am truly good at and think I could be the perfect match for your family.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Kaitlyn was sweet and asked great questions to find out how my kids would be best entertained. She handled multi tasking well and cleaned up when the kids made a mess. I wasn't bothered by trivial decisions as she took care of whatever the situation like a pro. My...
Jane W.
Alisa K.
Whiting, IN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Supportive Caregiver, Crisis Counselor, Time Management Assistant And Art Teacher All In One
4.9
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a 0-3 Montessori Guide with my own curriculum as well as sitter substitute options, training and referral services.
I have 25 years collective experience in:
Camp counseling
Teaching art
Art therapy
Nannying
Sitting
Chauffeuring
PTA
Room parent
Music courses
Sign language
Mindful Parent Coaching
ECD
And more
I...
Alisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I can’t recommend Alisa highly enough! As a generous and down-to-earth mother, she brings joy and levity to every situation. With her extensive experience, she has been an invaluable support for our family, especially during my unexpected return from maternity...
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Elizabeth P.
Hammond, IN
$35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Elizabeth I have experience with a range of ages. I used to work at the YMCA daycare, where I watched kids from 4yrs old to 11.
Besides that I have also volunteered as the assistant coach for Girls on the Run; a program that promotes girl empowerment. There I cared after elementary girls from the ages of 5-12.
As...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth has been a pleasure to work with. She is dependable and friendly. My daughter really enjoys working with her. I have had no issues. I Recommend her without reservations."
Tarak P.
Mattea O.
Highland, IN
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Mattea, I'm 20 years old and I love kids! I've been working for Highland elementary schools (after school care) for over a year now. I also have years of babysitting experience with newborns to pre-teens. I'm also open to help with chores around the house, running any errands you may need, and drop offs and/or...
Liz E.
Valparaiso, IN
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved kids! In high school I started babysitting and spent summers as a camp counselor. During and after college I started nannying and even spent 2 years as a live in nanny. I have done everything including getting kids up and ready for school, packing lunches, driving for school drop off and pick up, after school...
Liz can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I am a highschool student. I am really good with kids. I have a car and my drivers license. Looking for after school child care I can also drive to after school practices and pick children up from school
I started working with kids when I started watching my little brother and now my family and family friends hires me when they...
Kayli C.
Dyer, IN
$11-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Part-time Babysitter Available; Part-time Tutor Available; Part-time Pet-sitter Available
I have previously babysat two children, a 6-year-old boy and a 10-year-old boy, for about a year and a half.
Kayli can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Breeana C.
Dyer, IN
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Breeana and I would love to be your care provider! I have always have had a love for children and have been in childcare from a young age. I began helping my mom at the in home daycare center she worked at from middle school onto highschool, once I was in highschool I began babysitting/ nannying for the children...
Breeana can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hi there! I am a former "stay at home" mom with two grown boys in college. As a new empty nester I have too much time on my hands and would love nothing more than to spend some of that time with your littles. I'm the fun Aunt in my family and a natural nurturer. I am confident in the kitchen and can prepare healthy snacks and...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents! My name is Samantha and I attend Howard University as a nursing major. I have had the best experiences babysitting for nearly 5 years now. I am available to babysit after pick up's from school, or whenever parents may need to step out. With my last family I was able to use my knowledge to help and guide my children...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been babysitting & working in a daycare for more than 10 years! I am currently a full time nanny but looking for some additional work. Love to play with kids outside, do crafts, can do housework, and overall just love working with kids
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Faith V.
Valparaiso, IN
$16-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
hi!! I used to nanny on and off during high school and haven't in a couple years due to being in college and not having the time but I had four brothers growing up and was often found babysitting for my parents, and like I said earlier during high school I started to take care of a few children after school and I absolutely...
Faith can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
I have 2 grown daughters ages 21 & 23. Looking for a Full-Time Nanny or sitter job. I come from a large family of many nieces and nephews and love to work with children. No time for TV, I like to read to them, do arts and crafts, play outdoors.
Sharon can also help with: Craft assistance
1.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 26 years old from Chesterton, IN and I love working with children. I started babysitting when I was 14 and then began working at Montessori Academy of Valparaiso at 15. I worked in the toddler room as a directress, I did nap, and after school care for five years. After I left Montessori, I started nannying and have loved it...
Paige can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Victoria A.
Valparaiso, IN
$14-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am currently a sophomore at DePauw University and play basketball and am majoring in biochemistry. My dream is to become a doctor and, specifically, a pediatrician because I love kids! I have experience babysitting my young cousins and second cousins. I can help with housekeeping, nearby errands, or food preparation (I do...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Hi there, my name is Lynn! I've been in child care for over 15 years providing parents a safe environment for their children.
I have experience in taking care of infants to teenage children. I'm local to the NWI and am willing to travel.
Lynn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, my name is Kylee and I have had babysitting experience for the past 7 years, have worked as a preschool teacher for 2 years and have finally received my degree in Elementary education. I have also grown up with dogs and other pets, so I know how to keep them well fed, exercised and loved.
Some background with my experience...
Kylee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Gary, IN
Elizabeth S.
5.0
Elizabeth is so kind and thoughtful!! I have had SUCH a busy work schedule lately and she is always able to work with me and communicate efficiently when i have to stay late. The kiddos absolutely LOVE her, and she has been so patient with helping them with homework or other lessons. Will definitely...
- Betty H.
Krista G.
5.0
Krista started watching our son at 3 months old and stated with us till he was 2. She was always on time, actually early! She was exceptional! I have no words to describe how comfortable my husband and I were with her caring for our son. She is very flexible with her schedule. She is gentle,...
- Amy W.
Samantha S.
5.0
Samantha is a very nice and respectable young lady. She was gentle and caring with my two daughters. She kept my youngest daughter who usual cries all day calm! I felt comfortable and safe leaving my kids with Samantha!
- Evon P.
Kaitlyn C.
5.0
Kaitlyn was sweet and asked great questions to find out how my kids would be best entertained. She handled multi tasking well and cleaned up when the kids made a mess. I wasn't bothered by trivial decisions as she took care of whatever the situation like a pro. My daughter was even really sad when...
- Jane W.
Alisa K.
5.0
I can’t recommend Alisa highly enough! As a generous and down-to-earth mother, she brings joy and levity to every situation. With her extensive experience, she has been an invaluable support for our family, especially during my unexpected return from maternity leave.
Alisa quickly adapted to our...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Gary, IN
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Gary, IN?
You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Gary, IN to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Gary, IN?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Gary, IN is $20.00. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Gary, IN?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Gary, IN on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Gary, IN to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Gary, IN can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Gary, IN?
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