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Babysitters in East Chicago, IN

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Kimberly D.


East Chicago, IN

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

Family Support Specialist

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I have worked with children for over 5 years in setting like: -daycare -afterschool programs (was a teacher for STEM) elementary age -Day Camp Director I'm currently a family support specialist for Mental Health America
Kimberly can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jenna R.


Munster, IN

$8-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

4.5

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I met Jenna when I was looking for a nanny for my son. She was sweet, very professional and highly qualified. I think very highly of her and will be using her for our babysitter!"

Michelle D.

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Miriam M.


Chicago, IL

$20-26/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...
Miriam can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a part of the family she simply treats her as family. I promise you won't go wrong with her if you want an excellent caregiver she...

Alexandrith B.

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Samantha S.


Lansing, IL

$19/hr5 yrs exp

I Am A Caring Teenager Who Loves To Provide Care To All Age Children

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: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
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.

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Janiyah L.


Gary, IN

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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!"

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Darriea J.


Chicago, IL

$17-21/hr5 yrs exp

Hey, I'm Darriea You May Call Me Dee. I'm Well Rounded, Patient, And Enthusiastic.

I'd describe my personality as punctual, organized, and compatible. I like working with kids because they're such sweet people they make my day. I learn so many valuable skills by working with kids. I'm very percipient and loving for children. My son is with family for the summer and I want to stay busy while he's gone. I'm...
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Kaylie T.


Griffith, IN

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

About myself & my philosophies for child care: *Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education *Past experiences include: one on one pre-K teacher, daycare Pre-K teacher, mothers helper, nanny. *Home is the first and most important classroom. I focus on emotional learning and problem solving along with the basics. *Learning...
Kaylie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kaylie was on time and very courteous. She was interested in our rules in regards to our children and wanted to follow our routines. The kids were safe and happy. She took our kids to the park. My husband and I had a nice outing because Kaylie did a great job at...

Katelyn T.

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Daniele F.


Hammond, IN

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Daniele

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone! My name is Daniele, I have a lot of experience as a babysitter/nanny (+6years) with children from 0 to 12 years old! I also have a college degree in Education, so besides being a nanny/babysitting, I also have been a teacher for early education and first grade! I love arts and crafts, playing and teaching kids....
Daniele can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Daniele was great! She was on time, respectful, attentive and very sweet with my 5mo old kiddo. I’d love to hire her again! "

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Rosie K.


Hammond, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mother of one teenage daughter. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. I have cared for children of all ages.
Rosie can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"I have known Rosie for about 15 years or so, we were once coworkers and then became friends. I have a son that is 7, and for the past 2 years Rosie has been babysitting part time. She has picked my son up from school, and she is still babysitting him. My son...

Debra P.

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Anna M.


Munster, IN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

I am 24 years old and have a 1-year-old daughter. I've been working at a daycare for 5+ years with kids infant-3 so I am good with any age I absolutely love kids and am looking for a long term nanny/babysitting job!
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"She's a very hard worker and knows exactly what to do with kids."

Matthew B.

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Taylor T.


Munster, IN

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a young and fun kindergarten teacher that loves being around children. I am reliable, on time, energetic, and dependable! I have always loved being around children and decided very early on that I wanted to spend my life teaching and making an impact on future generations. I am able to care for kiddos, make meals,...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Taylor is the ideal sitter! She has so much energy! She is punctual, responds to texts fast, loves kids and spent an entire evening doing projects with my two toddlers. She is very professional, kind and she was able to relate to both of my kids right away!"

Jen S.

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Shyla E.


Griffith, IN

$12/hr10 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom Looking To Provide Childcare For Children Out Of My Home.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a stay at home Mom who is looking to care for other children out of my home in Griffith, Indiana. I am a DIY inspired Mother who loves to have fun and learn through the outside world and through educational toys!
Shyla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Shyla cared for my son in our home 2 days a week and she did a great job! My son is behind in speech and she always showed interest in reinforcing the strategies we implement in his speech therapy sessions. She encouraged him to use words to communicate verbally...

Lindsey L.

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Mireya B.


Munster, IN

$13-22/hr7 yrs exp

Baby Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

*Flexible Times* Hello! My names Mireya and I am excited to restart my journey on here. I have been babysitting for many years now and development strong bonds with children and their parents. I have my own car with car/booster seats. I am good with kids of all ages and love to do activities. I am also fully vaccinated and love...
Mireya can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"We are super glad we are able to hire Mireya. She's very punctual , and kind. We can't wait to get to know her more!"

Taylor P.

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Jayla L.


Chicago, IL

$17-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hi I'm Jayla. I'm 21-year-old part time child provider with several years of experience, such as babysitting the children of friends and family. I've also worked at a daycare as an assistant. I can provide homework help ( math is my specialty) and fulfill transportation needs to after school events or activities. I am also...
Jayla can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jayla was very work driven ,dependable,and caring. She was more than exceptional. Jayla informed she wanted to own a daycare and that she worked with many kids. I say this I was grateful to get a chance to meet her I will be booking again."

Carmalita T.

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Kaitlyn C.


Hammond, IN

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Mom Of 2 Looking To Help You!

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.

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Kimberly R.


Thornton, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kim has been watching my 3 year old son since he was born. I hired her on the spot. She is a wonderful babysitter with a strong work ethic and provides excellent care for my son. In 3 years, she has never missed a day and is always on time. Because of her outgoing...

Colleen C.

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Jasmine M.


South Holland, IL

$17/hr8 yrs exp

Jasmine M.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I love children. This is what I am going to school to pursue. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Jasmine is very tentative and gentle with my one year old daughter, who is fussy and attached to her dad and I . She is a professional in this field . My daughter cries when we get there and before leaving out the door Jasmine has her to stop crying . Jasmine sends...

Angelique B.

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Lissandra M.


Griffith, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Homemaker And Aspiring SAHM

I have my bachelor's in the fine arts as well as over a decades worth of experience taking care of children of all ages. I genuinely love looking after kids and teaching them music and art.
Lissandra can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lissandra formed an instant connection with our kids and day after they were asking when she was coming back. We were hesitant because our kids are difficult to get down at night but she handled the task like a champ. She was professional, prompt and an excellent...

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Kyli W.


South Holland, IL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Youthful And Energetic Sitter

Hi! My name is Kyli. I am a spring 2024 graduate from the University of Missouri. While at the University of Missouri, I studied Journalism, minored in Spanish, and received a certificate in Multicultural Studies. I am a flexible and creative sitter with about 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to...
Kyli can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Kyli is my daughter, and I can vouch for her professionalism, dedication and drive to be the best at what she is looking to accomplish. She has helped in caring for her younger brother, and cousins through the years. She volunteers with a few local organizations...

Ronda W.

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Tara C.


Hammond, IN

$19-50/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time Home Based Babysitter!

Hello! My name is Tara, I am a 33-year-old loving mother of 2. I myself, had struggled to find a Babysitter/ Care provider that made my kiddos top priority! I understand the need of having a stable, structured yet home like environment for our little ones. I am a Home-Based Babysitter that is here for your babysitting needs!

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in East Chicago, IN

Jenna R.

5.0

We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids.

- Maria W.

Miriam M.

5.0

I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a part of the family she simply treats her as family. I promise you won't go wrong with her if you want an excellent caregiver she is the girl to go to .

- Alexandrith B.

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.

Janiyah L.

5.0

She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!

- Care member

Kaylie T.

5.0

Kaylie was on time and very courteous. She was interested in our rules in regards to our children and wanted to follow our routines. The kids were safe and happy. She took our kids to the park. My husband and I had a nice outing because Kaylie did a great job at our home. Thank you!

- Katelyn T.

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