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60 babysitters are listed in Griffith, IN
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Griffith, IN
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My names Ava and I have graduated with a Bachelors in Psychology with minors in forensic science and criminal justice! I am now attending Butler University for my masters in Mental Health Counseling. I'm currently looking for part-time childcare jobs in Lake County! I have nine years of experience babysitting different...
Ava can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have hired Ava several times and just adore her. She is great with our two kids! She is dependable always on time and always nice to deal with."
Bridget P.
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.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
5.0
(4)
I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
Dalia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"Dalia is responsible, dedicated, organized, and punctual. She is also very communicative and always takes into consideration what is best for the person she is helping. Dalia is available and continuously cares for people."
Elizabeth C.
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.
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.
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
"She is respectful, helpful , and well mannered"
Shamarii H.
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We would recommend Elizabeth to watch any children any age.
She watched my two girls for 4 years. Ages 4 and 9.
She would watch them at the house or take them to her house. She would do activities with them..
She would drive them. I trust Liz with everything.
We...
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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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & 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. "
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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: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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.
Siena G.
Crown Point, IN
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an experienced, patient, and compassionate babysitter with 5+ years of experience caring for children ages newborn to 11 years old! I started out babysitting for kids in my neighborhood around the age of 14 and have enjoyed every minute of it. I enjoy everything from mealtime to playtime and story time. I am...
Siena can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"Siena is such a great nanny! She is so caring, smart, and especially great with my kids. They absolutely adore her. Always reliable and I never have to worry about anything when I'm out of town. She will make a great mommy!"
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Anna M.
Munster, IN
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & 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.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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)
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
(24)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"I don't have to worry about my childrens saftey and wellbeing while Amanda is caring for them. She has fantastic communication skills and is always here on time. My kids absolutely love her and we are so fortunate to have a caregiver who goes above and beyond our...
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5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Casandra, I have over 6+ yrs of experience in the Care taking of children. I am experienced with an array of ages from infancy to teens. I am very energetic, fun, responsible and outgoing. I am very creative and love to play games. I have a resume with my detailed skills and references available upon request. I can...
Casandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"This was my first time using CARE.COM to book a caregiver for my 2 little ones. I must say that I am glad that Casandra was able to care for my little ones. My 2 little ones was very pleased with Casandra. They enjoyed her so much that my little ones didn't even...
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddie nannied our boys this summer and she was great with them!"
Samantha S.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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! "
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Jenna R.
Munster, IN
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!
4.5
(4)
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, 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.
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Griffith, IN
Ava T.
5.0
Ava is incredible and anyone would be lucky to have her as a helping hand. We hired Ava as a part time nanny the entire summer for my two daughters. Ava showed up a few minutes early to every shift and was extremely dependable. She was able to juggle the needs of my 6-7 month old and my 8 year old...
- Rose L.
Alyssa M.
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.
Dalia M.
5.0
Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with having Ms. M. looking after their precious gems.
- Juan C.
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.
Cristina M.
5.0
Cristina treated my son like her own child. If it wasn't for preschool we would still be with Cristina.
- Beth M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Griffith, IN:
How can I find a Griffith babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Griffith, 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 14 babysitters in Griffith, 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 Griffith, IN?
The average rate for Griffith, IN babysitters on Care.com is $15.86 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 Griffith, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Griffith, 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 Griffith, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Griffith, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.