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60 babysitters are listed in Chesterton, IN
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Chesterton, IN
Hi! I'm Alyssa and I'm always excited to meet new people and take on new opportunities. I have 7 years of experience babysitting, as well as experience with special needs children. I really enjoy playing with and getting to know different children! I have no allergies for households that may have different pets and am more than...
Alyssa M can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Ella P.
Valparaiso, IN
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. Having spent three fulfilling years as a babysitter, I've gained valuable insights into creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children of all ages.
My patient and friendly demeanor allows...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Energetic babysitter/nanny with several years of experience! I'm currently a college student (3. 8 GPA, Bachelor of Science in Nursing). I have worked as a babysitter/nanny for multiple families as I liked to keep busy aside from college. I am a certified medical assistant since (2020) and is CPR and First Aid certified.
Would...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Jordan B.
Hobart, IN
$15-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jordan. I'm a young adult looking for a job as a nanny, tutor, or babysitter. I am outgoing, flexible, and hard working. I have my Bachelor's Degree in English Secondary Education. I recently taught middle school English. I have also taught English As a second language abroad in South Korea and Tanzania. I am...
5.0
"Jordan was an amazing addition to our family and went above and beyond as our nanny. Not only dependable and committed, Jordan was extremely tidy, prepped amazing meals, and planned a lot of educational activities as she has her degree in teaching."
Katie H.
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Kayley I love children and have about 5years of experience I would love to meet up or chat over text to tell you more about myself I have the following skill that I've gained in my 5 years of experience Patience, Problem-solving. ...
Communication, relationship building. ...
Multitasking, Time management and...
Kayley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"We love Kayley but most of my children love Kayley. They are teenagers now and no longer need a sitter but they still stay in contact with her. She was very playful and caring and I felt safe leaving my kids with her. Kayley is awesome and we miss her!! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
My name is Alyssa. I have quite a bit of experience supervising kids. I have loads of cousins, family friends and coworkers kids that I have watched. All of which you can contact if need be. I also previously worked at a daycare which the ages range anywhere from 6 weeks to elementary age kids. I am CPR certified and First Aid....
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Such a nice and kind person. Was very helpful with everything that needed to be done and will definitely hire her again."
Jay H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 2 teenage boys. I am interested in being a child care provider to be able to make it fun for your child to have fun while away from their mommy and daddy. I miss taking my kids to reading time at the library. I miss taking them to the park. We had enjoyed so many days going to the zoo. I enjoyed finding fun...
Kristy can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"WONDERFUL LADY. SHE BABYSAT MY CHILDREN, NOW SHES A GROWN ADULT WITH HER OWN FAMILY. I'VE KNOWN HER FAMILY MY ENTIRE LIFE. SUPER PEOPLE. KRISTY IS THE BEST!"
Jennifer B.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as caring happy and loving and genuine
I like working with kids because I have the experience and I love kids and it's a joy to be around children
I'm looking for a job that flexible and that I can be apart of the family
I started working with kids when I was 15 years old I would babysit the...
5.0
"Jessica is always on time and goes above and beyond her job. Jessica is very loving and caring and will do anything for people. She gives her all at everything she does."
Iesha S.
Ashley M.
Michigan City, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Just A Single Mama Bear Raising Her Own And Others In A Gentle And Respectful Way
5.0
(2)
I started working with kids when I was still a kid myself. In high-school I volunteered in our daycare and have been nannying, teaching preschool, running an in home daycare and running a before and after school program since.
In my spare time, I like to get outside for a hike with a cool view and some berries along the way,...
5.0
"Ashley is wonderful. She watched our daughter for close to two years on a daily, 4 times a week basis, and also as a babysitter. Ashley did a wonderful job caring for our child and trust me, I am picky! Ashley has high standards she sets for herself with childcare...
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Ruth C.
Valparaiso, IN
$11-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience as a summer nanny for a 3-year-old, 4-year-old, and 18-month-old in 2021. I took care of transportation, lunches, and kept the children active and outside, minimizing screen time. I enjoyed trips to parks and playgrounds, bounce houses, and creating homemade crafts during my time with the children that summer....
Ruth can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ruth is an extremely happy and enjoyable person to be around. Our kids loved spending time with her and she was eager to help with whatever needed to be done. We plan to continue hiring her for as long as we can."
Destin H.
Shelley G.
La Porte, IN
$18-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been a nanny/babysitter for 40+ years. In that time, I have worked for musicians, college professors, business executives, and physicians. I take great pride in caring for children of all ages. I enjoy cooking/baking, walking, reading to children, crafts, gardening and sewing. I am more than happy to help out with...
Shelley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shelley has been with our family for almost 3 years. It was initially supposed to be just a 3-4 month temporary job, but she did such an amazing job that we asked her to stay on.
She was amazing with our newborn and was engaging and nurturing with him. As he...
Andrew L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I have over 10 years of experience and over all just love being around kids. I have 4 kids, 3boys 1 girl, age 12, 11 and 9 and the baby is a 20 months old. My 11-year-old has special needs so I'm experienced in that area as well. I know how important it is to find someone you can trust and rely on. I have cared for my...
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"She walked our 11 month old yellow lab puppy for 1 hr a few days per week, feed and played with Stella and we would highly remind her to care for your pets! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Grace! I've worked at a Daycare for 9 years and have been a CNA for a little over a year, am CPR certified and also know how to do the Heimlich!
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Responsible, punctual, and reliable young lady. Glad we hired her."
Olga D.
Janiyah L.
Gary, IN
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Janiyah, and I am the owner of Crafty Kids Care Childcare Services. I am a 20-year-old live-out nanny with over three years of experience in babysitting and nannying, as well as a part-time preschool daycare teacher. I am also a student in early childhood education My background includes working with families,...
Janiyah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone,
I have been around children my entire life. I am the oldest of 5. The ages range from 24-9.
Mhejhana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Mhejhana did an amazing job with my kids! I highly recommend her, she was prompt to reply and on time. She kept my kids engaged in activities and they had a blast! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
I have been caring for children of all ages for well over 30 years. I am a mother and a grandmother. I am currently a lead infant teacher at a local center for the last year, and I have been working in this center for almost 2 years. I have over 15 years of experience as a teacher or Nanny. I would really love to get back to...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kelly is a personable & honest. We met this evening for a quick interview, that turned into my children not wanting her to go. We hired her on the spot because she left us with an extremely comfortable feeling about leaving it children in her care. We look...
Amy G.
Maddie D.
Merrillville, IN
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Maddie, I am from Michigan and just moved here with my husband to Indiana about July. I recently graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelors degree in elementary education. A student taught in a fourth grade and second grade classroom. I continued my teaching career as a fourth and third grade...
Maddie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddie nannied our boys this summer and she was great with them!"
Samantha S.
Andrea D.
Michigan City, IN
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Patient, And Reliable Teacher Available During Weekends And Summer Months
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Andrea and I am a Michigan City Area Schools teacher, teaching Special Education. Subject areas include: ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Social Skills. I am compassionate, patient, and reliable. I live in Long Beach (Michigan City), Indiana, but also spend quite a bit of time in the Chicago area....
Andrea can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Wonderful experience with Andrea!"
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Domenek W.
Valparaiso, IN
$15-31/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I am a 6 year army vet! I love children. Volunteered at churches, children s hospitals, schools, and daycares. I am a criminal justice major who has completed grad school and looking to pursue my doctoral degree in the near future. I was a correctional office and a juvenile detention officer. I also am a verified...
Domenek can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very patient and understanding when it comes to kids. I trust her with my kids, and she is very reliable."
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Ava K.
Valparaiso, IN
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, loving, and hardworking.
I like working with kids because they give me a feeling of what it's like to have my own kids one day.
One thing you should know about me is I used to work at Chesterton Montessori for 3 years. Ive also had several babysitting jobs since leaving that job.
Let me...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Chesterton, IN
Jordan B.
5.0
Jordan was an amazing addition to our family and went above and beyond as our nanny. Not only dependable and committed, Jordan was extremely tidy, prepped amazing meals, and planned a lot of educational activities as she has her degree in teaching.
- Katie H.
Kayley W.
5.0
We love Kayley but most of my children love Kayley. They are teenagers now and no longer need a sitter but they still stay in contact with her. She was very playful and caring and I felt safe leaving my kids with her. Kayley is awesome and we miss her!!
- Care member
Alyssa K.
5.0
Alyssa is very punctual, gets the job done right, wonderful with kids and pets, super dependable and smart. Hire her definitely!
- Rain N.
Kristy Z.
5.0
Kristy is a 'no-sitting-around' kind of girl. She is high energy and loves to keep busy. She would be an excellent child care provider. Your children would never be bored. She loves to cook and do crafts. I would highly recommend her if you are looking for a babysitter that does more than just...
- Brandy F.
Jessica B.
5.0
Jessica is always on time and goes above and beyond her job. Jessica is very loving and caring and will do anything for people. She gives her all at everything she does.
- Iesha S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Chesterton, IN:
How can I find a Chesterton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Chesterton, 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 11 babysitters in Chesterton, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Chesterton, IN?
The average rate for Chesterton, IN babysitters on Care.com is $17.82 per hour as of April 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 Chesterton, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Chesterton, 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.
Ratings for Chesterton, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Chesterton, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.