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Kaylee E.
Cedar Lake, IN
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Kaylee and I am a Freshman studying Social Work at IU from home this semester. I have worked at a play-learning center called Bellaboo's leading story time and cooking classes, as well as day camp. I was a camp counselor and worked in a childcare center for 3 years, well experienced with 4 weeks- 12 years...
Hi, I'm a retired occupational therapy assistant looking for part time work. I've been caring for seniors for the past 7 years in their homes performing light househould tasks including cooking, cleaning as well as self care assistance. I also offer companion care and transportation if needed. I have experience caring for those...
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 10 years of experience with children. Working with kids is a passion of mine. I love doing arts and crafts and seeing children Iearn and grow. I currently work in the school district, I am only available June-August.
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Felicia K.
Cedar Lake, IN
$10/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have experience watching infants up to middle school age. I have volunteered with the boys & girls club for about 10 years working with kids ages 6-16. I have two daughters of my own as well. I love being active & outside. I also played & coached soccer for 18 years.
Felicia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Abby M.
Cedar Lake, IN
$10-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and responsible caregiver with seven years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with children stems from my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. I believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential, and I strive to provide a...
Laissa D.
Cedar Lake, IN
$10-50/hr
I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. I have always had a natural affinity for caring for young minds, and I believe that every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive.
I am a patient and calm individual, and I have a friendly and approachable...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Regan, and I'm a freshmen at Hyles-Anderson College. In high school, I played volleyball, basketball, ran XC, and had a 4. 0 gpa. Working with kids, whether in my churches nursery or as a nanny, is one of my favorite things to do! I've worked as a babysitter, nanny, teachers aid, and junior church worker for a...
5.0
"I would highly recommend Regan for any childcare needs! She was absolutely amazing with our kids this summer and for some after school care. We have an 8y/o son and 5y/o daughter. She was always on time, reliable, and very flexible. I was at complete ease knowing...
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Amanda Z.
Crown Point, IN
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(20)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 2. A 13-year-old girl and a 7-year-old boy. My kids are the absolute loves of my life. Although I don't get the luxury to see my kids every day due to joint custody. Let me be the one to play, teach and make your little one/s laugh and have fun!
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Mandy is so professional, dependable, sweet, kind, and so easy to talk to. I feel blessed to have been able to hire her. She is caring with my husband and I so appreciate that - she’s one of a kind!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
I am a dependable, trustworthy babysitter looking for a job and I love kids. I can babysit kids of all ages. I love the outdoors and keeping the kids entertained. I have and can provide dependable transportation.
I was previously a nanny for a 5-year-old girl and also a live in nanny in Spain for four months with kids ranging...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is such a lovely, respectful, dependable young lady. Alyssa has always been a high achiever, taking honors classes at her high school and excelling in them. She is also enrolled in the career center to help set herself up for future endeavors. Alyssa is an...
Jayde U.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jaclyn and I am looking to care for a child from my home. I have a teaching degree in physical education and health. I taught for 10 years, until I decided to stay home and be more present with my 3 children. I am willing to do virtual learning, if needed. I love to be active during the day and love crafting. I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jaclyn is wonderful! She babysits my 2 year old daughter in her home. My daughter loves her family. Jaclyn takes great care of my daughter and I would highly recommend her."
Beth Y.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced house keeper, I do cleaning. I am reliable, dependable and trustworthy. Decluttering service, organizing service. Tidy up. I am currently looking for part time/ work or full time.
Norma can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Norma took care of our two daughters and was very helpful. She made sure they were in bed in a timely manner and that they were fed . She also played with them."
John D.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am Cristina :) I am a mom of 9 & 11-year-old girls and am available to care for your child in my home at all hours. If childcare is wanted in your home, I am available between 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. during the week. I love kids, and would love to help take care of a child to help his/her parents find safe, fun, and reliable...
Cristina can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Cristina treated my son like her own child. If it wasn't for preschool we would still be with Cristina."
Beth M.
Maddy C.
Crown Point, IN
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Maddy and I am a student at Indiana University Northwest. I have been babysitting for kids for about six years. Recently I became an aunt to triplets and spent 4 months caring for them full-time. I love being outdoors, and I can help with homework! I am also comfortable with pets and have my transportation.
Maggie G.
Dyer, IN
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Looking for a fun, energetic, and responsible sitter? Look no further! My name is Maggie, I am 21 years old attending college in Michigan. I adore children of all ages and love watching them learn and grow. I have 5+ years of experience with all ages. I love spending time with kids and always have fun, creative, and new...
Maggie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maggie is very responsible and friendly. Kids love her. I trust her taking care of both my daughter and my dog. Plus, they both like her. She’s dependable and follows my specific instructions. I would recommend her to anyone. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Elizabeth, and I was born in Birmingham, England, and have been in the United States for 30 plus years. As my old boss said, my niche in life is to take care of children! I worked for a daycare as a teachers assistant. I took care of infants, which I loved doing. I have taken care of numerous children throughout...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth (Nanny Liz) watched my son for the past year 3 days a week. Liz proved herself to be remarkably responsible and caring.
Liz fulfilled a variety of tasks and was an amazing help. One of the qualities that I liked most about Liz was her ability to...
Ann S.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am have several years of childcare experience. I have experience from working with newborns to school age children. I have previously been a full time nanny, as well as worked in childcare facilities. I have many certifications: Sleep safe/ reduce Sudden Unexpected Infant Death, CPR, First aid, Child Abuse and Neglect...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We hired Katie as our nanny and she was great, very punctual and professional. Would definitely recommend."
Edith W.
Christina A.
Saint John, IN
$16-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm an Education major at Purdue Northwest, love working with both children and pets, currently working on CPR re-certification :)
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Didn't hire because our availability didn't match, but we loved our interview with her. She seems dependable, respectful, responsible, and dedicated. Great interview and lovely person!"
Rose L.
Alyssa M.
Crown Point, IN
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I have over 5 years of experience with children from newborn and up, I work really well with families and can be accommodating to anybody's schedule, I adore being a nanny and it's something I'm extremely passionate about, I look forward to meeting you and your families.
I'd describe my personality as loving and giving...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Amazing at what she does and can be counted on when it comes to important decisions and responsibilities. Alyssa does well with infants all the way to teenager’s. Has a sweet and out going personality. "
Dean R.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Allie, a reliable and caring babysitter with 6 years of experience. I grew up babysitting younger siblings, cousins, and have interned at a daycare for the last 8 months. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. From organizing fun activities to assisting with homework, I'm...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cedar Lake, IN
Regan R.
5.0
I would highly recommend Regan for any childcare needs! She was absolutely amazing with our kids this summer and for some after school care. We have an 8y/o son and 5y/o daughter. She was always on time, reliable, and very flexible. I was at complete ease knowing that the kids were in good hands...
- Care member
Amanda Z.
5.0
Amanda has been great! My son, 4 y/o, loves it when she comes over. They get plenty of play and learning time while I'm at work!
- Care member
Alyssa W.
5.0
Alyssa is such a lovely, respectful, dependable young lady. Alyssa has always been a high achiever, taking honors classes at her high school and excelling in them. She is also enrolled in the career center to help set herself up for future endeavors. Alyssa is an all around good person.
- Jayde U.
Jaclyn R.
5.0
Jaclyn is wonderful! She babysits my 2 year old daughter in her home. My daughter loves her family. Jaclyn takes great care of my daughter and I would highly recommend her.
- Beth Y.
Norma M.
5.0
Norma is passionate, kind, respectful and thoughtful. I believe she would be a benefit to you or your loved one.
- Tricia S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cedar Lake, IN:
How can I find a Cedar Lake babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Cedar Lake, 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 6 babysitters in Cedar Lake, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Cedar Lake, IN?
The average rate for Cedar Lake, IN babysitters on Care.com is $14.50 per hour as of March 2025. 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 Cedar Lake, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cedar Lake, IN through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.