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485 babysitters are listed in Indianapolis, IN
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Indianapolis, IN
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a graduate student in Speech Language Pathology searching for work on weekends! I have worked two full-time summers for pre-teen boys during my undergraduate college years. I have worked in a high school with freshmen as well as being a tutor for 7th graders. I also have been an occasional babysitter for kids of...
Caitlin can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Caitlin watched my two children (7 months and 3 years) based in a hotel room, while my husband and I attended a conference (two full days, two half days and one evening). She was very polite, punctual, caring of the children and saw to all their needs (meals,...
Louise W.
4.6
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I went to Indiana State University where I studied Human Development and Family Studies. I now work as a Mental Health Counselor in an elementary school in Wayne township. I have been here for six years now, and I am in love with my job! I started babysitting my mom's friends kiddos and the neighborhood kiddo when I was 13, I...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michelle was wonderful with my 11 year old daughter. She was always punctual and even able to provide childcare on short notice. During the summer, Michelle took my daughter to the movies, Zip City, and the State Fair. She actively engaged with my daughter....
Chris D.
Rebecca M.
Indianapolis, IN
$15-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
College Student Enrolled In Elementary Education With A Certification In Special Education
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'll been babysitting for family and friends for the past 6-7 years on and off. I have always been passionate about caring for children and I want to have more practice for my future career being a teacher. I am working on my bachelors in Elementary Education and a license in Special education. As well as working at a daycare!
Rebecca can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"We hired Becca as an after school helper for my special needs son and she has been excellent. She picks him up from school, helps him take a brain break once home (snack and then gaming, basketball, football, etc with him). After that they work on homework. She...
Tracy D.
Mariah S.
Indianapolis, IN
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi parents/families!
About me:)
- I am 22 years old
-I have a Bachelors in Social work and a certificate in child abuse and neglect
- I have been nannying/babysitting for over 8 years.
- Clean driving record
- CPR/First aid/safe sleep certified
- I have experience with all ages.
I enjoy being able to be active with the...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mariah was a very professional, kind and attentive young women. I would highly recommend as she does great with two year old son. Mariah has very effective communication skills and is a bright lady. "
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Rae M.
Indianapolis, IN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently finished a Masters in Public Affairs at IUPUI while nannying full time. The family now uses daycare to socialize the children. I am now a program director at Camptown full time but I would love to continue nannying before/after school and on weekends. I love working with children of all ages. I've been babysitting...
Rae can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rae is awesome! She was our nanny for over a year for our 3mo- >1yo. Very reliable, literally never late, super communicative by phone/text, always smiling/good attitude, my kids love her, always keeps an eye out for any concerns & will text if worried/unsure about...
Care member
3.0
(1)
I have been babysitting children, of all ages, since I was 11 years old. I have younger siblings who I have helped care for continuously, as well.
Micca can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Kate, a neonatal intensive care registered nurse with 8 years of babysitting experience. I attended Purdue University for both my Bachelor's degrees (Public Health and Nursing). I offer reliable care for children, pets, and companions blending nursing expertise with a passion for creating safe, nurturing...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We are so glad to have had Kate be a nanny for us. She is such a caring and patient person. She did a terrific job with our daughter. We're sad to see her leave but we'll definitely being hiring her to babysit for date nights in the future!"
Rachel R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Jocelyn.
Thank you for trusting me as a potential sitter for your family. I am fun, creative and full of energy! I've worked as an elementary school teacher for the past 10 years in the United States, Honduras and Dominican Republic.
I'm married (my husband is a primary teacher as well) and have 3...
Jocelyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"When I was visiting Atlanta quite frequently for several years. Jocelyn was my go to sitter for my grandkids from birth to 3yrs old. She was a pro at bathing, feeding and naptime. Jocelyn was always punctual, professional, and very dependable. In addition, she...
Betty M.
Emily C.
Indianapolis, IN
$12-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have watched my younger sister for 5 years. I have also been babysitting since I was in 8th grade, so about 9 years. I have watched newborns to preteens. I graduated from Valparaiso University and am currently in graduate school for occupational therapy. I love playing and developing a relationship with kids and being able to...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Emily is so sweet and Amazing with both my 4 month old and 6 year old boys!"
Megan A.
Makaila H.
Indianapolis, IN
$15/hr • 9 yrs exp
A Little About Me... Child And Pet Lover! Will Give Your Child Endless Amount Of Support :)
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a college student and have loved children all my life, I even plan on specializing in peds! I am the oldest of 7 and have been babysitting for pay since I was 12. I am loyal, hardworking, and flexible. I am CPR and First Aid certified as well!
Makaila can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Makaila was great! She came on short notice and didn’t seem to mind that my house was a complete wreck! We only needed her to come at 6 and 9 to feed, walk and the. Back again to walk them final time before “bedtime”. She stayed the whole 4 hours so we didn’t...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As an experienced teacher with 4 years in the classroom, I'm thrilled to bring my passion for education to a summer babysitting role. My engaging and fun-loving personality makes me a perfect fit for families seeking a caring and reliable babysitter. I enjoy crafting imaginative playtime activities, exploring nature, and...
Carli can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carli is fantastic. She has watched my 5 year old for several months now and she is great with him. My son gave her the highest praise: "Carli knows about boy stuff AND regular stuff!" She is very agreeable to building Legos with him. She is understanding and...
Diane D.
Natalie N.
Indianapolis, IN
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a student at Indiana state University. I'm in my 3rd year of occupational therapy school. I have just moved up to the Indianapolis area to finish my two semesters of fieldwork. I have some extra free time throughout the week to make a little extra cash. I love kids and have been babysitting in my hometown (Vincennes IN)...
5.0
"Natalie did a great job watching my two kids and puppy! She was comfortable with my kids immediately. My kids and I look forward to using her as a sitter in the future."
Sam M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of teaching experience and am currently a first grade teacher. I am looking for a summer nanny position. I can start as early as May 28th and I can go as late as July 26th. I'm looking for anywhere between 30-40 hours per week.
I have about 15 years of babysitting experience, and I also nannied for two different...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth was nothing short of exceptional. Finding childcare is a challenge on its own and finding great childcare has further scarcity. With her background as an educator there was an immediate ease our son would be in good hands. His early development can surely...
Nicole F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with six years in the field, I'm dedicated to fostering children's growth and development. My passion stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a lasting impact on young lives.
My patient, calm, and friendly nature creates a...
Lucia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lucia was very punctual and did a great job assisting me with getting everything prepared for my child's birthday and attending to guests during the party. She's friendly and polite!"
Sarah C.
Khloe S.
Indianapolis, IN
$20-33/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have been watching children since I was 15. I have a passion for children and love helping them grow and develop into their best selves.
Khloe can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Khloe watched all three of my kids from the time they were newborns and every stage in between. She is always on time, helpful, and has so much fun with the kids. I couldn't recommend a better person!"
Taylor F.
Chloe D.
Indianapolis, IN
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Chloe. I just recently got a degree in basic emergency medicine. However, have decided to take a break from school to figure out what is next. I have about 3-4 years of experience with watching kiddos. I watched a little one for about a year and loved it. Have watched ages from about 3 months- 13 years old. I have always...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Chloe as a temporary nanny for our three month old son Haris. She watched him for about 5 weeks and we were very happy with her service. She was always punctual, professional, and friendly. She communicated well with us and kept us updated on Haris's...
Jameal G.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tyr! I just recently moved to noblesville for a new job and am in search to find a new family to work for! I had been a full time nanny for the past 3 years , to 3 wonderful kiddos (ages 0-6) and am still very close with the family I'm valpo ! Before becoming a nanny I took an EMT course and worked in a daycare...
Tyr can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tyr worked for our family several times helping out with date nights when needed. She provided wonderful care for our child, always bringing a fun and caring attitude when coming over. Was very helpful around the house, even without being asked. Tyr helped keep my...
Miranda P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I've been working with toddlers and preschoolers for the past 5 years!
5.0
"We loved her work , very attentive, responsible, friendly my 1 year old learned how to do simple sign language thanks to her she also helped me potty train my 3 year old … we’re sad she moved states or else we would of kept her forever "
Care member
3.9
(7)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kayla and I currently teach 4th grade. I have a lot of experience with children and am available for helping your family. I am also fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Please contact me if you're interested.
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Awesome! Super sweet. Kids loved her. And my kids are selective. Thanks, Kayla!"
Duran K.
5.0
(6)
As a teacher, I am compassionate, nurturing, and energetic. Currently, I teach first grade and have been in childcare for over 10 years. I have been teaching for three years. As your child's nanny, I'll provide you with these services. My goal is to teach your child the skills to become self-efficient, to use their creativity to...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley is a sweet sensitive young lady. She thinks of others before herself. And most of all she loves everyone."
Ashley B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Indianapolis, IN
Caitlin M.
5.0
Caitlin watched my two children (7 months and 3 years) based in a hotel room, while my husband and I attended a conference (two full days, two half days and one evening). She was very polite, punctual, caring of the children and saw to all their needs (meals, diaper changes, bottles etc)...
- Louise W.
Michelle F.
5.0
Michelle was wonderful with my 11 year old daughter. She was always punctual and even able to provide childcare on short notice. During the summer, Michelle took my daughter to the movies, Zip City, and the State Fair. She actively engaged with my daughter. They played Just Dance, made...
- Chris D.
Rebecca M.
5.0
We hired Becca as an after school helper for my special needs son and she has been excellent. She picks him up from school, helps him take a brain break once home (snack and then gaming, basketball, football, etc with him). After that they work on homework. She helps him stay organized and on task....
- Tracy D.
Mariah S.
5.0
Mariah was a very professional, kind and attentive young women. I would highly recommend as she does great with two year old son. Mariah has very effective communication skills and is a bright lady.
- Care member
Rae M.
5.0
Rae is amazing and incredibly knowledgeable. Would highly recommend her services.
- Rachel R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Indianapolis, IN:
How can I find a Indianapolis babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Indianapolis, 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 485 babysitters in Indianapolis, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Indianapolis, IN?
The average rate for Indianapolis, IN babysitters on Care.com is $17.21 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 Indianapolis, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Indianapolis, IN are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 171 reviews of the 485 listed babysitters.