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60 babysitters are listed in Lafayette, IN
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Lafayette, IN
Olivia S.
Lafayette, IN
$26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been babysitting for about 7 years now and I have experience with every age from newborn to teenage years. I can help with school work, cleanup, errands, transportation, and more. I am 20 years old and I have worked in daycares and babysitting for friends, neighbors, and family! I love helping others and caring for...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia was great with my kiddo! She followed instructions, got him to bedtime on time, and was great with my dogs as well. "
Care member
Dorianne S.
Lafayette, IN
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Dori, I am 21.
I am CPR and first aid certified. I am also a certified lifeguard.
I worked at a preschool in my high school during my senior year. We created and taught lessons/activities. So I would love to plan some fun stuff to do with your children while your away!
I have been the occasional babysitter for...
Dorianne can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dori was part of our family for 4 wonderful years. We first contacted her after the birth of our 2nd son and, from that moment, she spent countless hours playing with our kids with playdough, legos, trains, memory games, puzzles and also doing activities outdoors....
Care member
Sierra H.
Lafayette, IN
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sierra.
I have a deep love for children and pets, and I bring 7 years of experience working with children of all ages. Also, I've cared for animals my entire life-I currently have 1 puppy.
One of my favorite activities is arts and crafts, especially painting! If your kids enjoy creative activities, we'll be a...
Sierra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Always prompt and does a great job with our girls every time!"
Elizabeth D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Tessa, and I love having fun with kids! I enjoy coming up with exciting ways to play with and entertain your little ones. From loud and adventurous to quiet and creative, I will make sure your kids have a good time while being well looked after.
I have worked with kids for many years, giving me much...
Tessa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was wonderful! Will definitely hire her again!"
Hannah H.
5.0
(1)
I have been watching little ones since my baby sister was born! Little ones are the light of my life!
Sally can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Sally M. When working for was incredibly attentive to all three of my children and my fur baby Mercy my dog. At the time their ages were 7, 4, and 2. "
Care member
Maddie H.
Lafayette, IN
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Maddie! I'm currently a special education teacher in Lafayette, and I teach dance classes locally in the evenings. I'm going back to school for my masters degree, and I'm looking for a summer position to find my tuition and home renovation projects. I have 13 years of experience working with children's all ages, and love...
Maddie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maddie is incredible. She immediately connected with our 6 month old, focused on developmental play, and was phenomenal at getting him down for naps. When he was napping, she would do the dishes and was willing to help around the house. She is responsible, kind,...
Yaroslav R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Parents! My name is Madesyn, (my kiddos usually call me Maddy). I am a recent Purdue Alum, who loves spending time with kiddos! I love children, and have lots of experience in caring for different ages! I have a little brother in the house, so I know what it's like having a toddler around! I am not above anything from doing...
Madesyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids beg me to go do things just so Madesyn can come over. I don't have enough great things to say about her. She is every parent and kids dream sitter. She is respectful, responsible, and very communicative. She knows how to interact with kids of every age. I...
Lisette R.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Brianda and I'm a Certified Newborn Care Specialist and Professional Nanny. My favorite part about working with children is watching them grow and learn new things. I have childcare and teaching experience. I was a Transitional kindergarten teacher for 3 years before getting promoted to Assistant Director. I have...
Brianda can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan. I am a RBT full time meaning I work with children with Autism. I have grown up taking care of my special needs sister which has created a passion to work with differently abled kids, teens, and young adults. I'm comfortable working with all ages and abilities! I am more than willing to provide...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan was good with my kids. She is pleasant and kind:)"
Jessica D.
I have cared for a set of twins from the age of 2 weeks to the age of 3. I have experience giving baths, cooking dinner, putting to bed, and getting ready for school/day care.
I have also watched a child the age of 8 to the age of 12. I have experience helping with homework, picking up from school activities, cooking dinner,...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Desiree G.
Lafayette, IN
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 years of ongoing experience as a lead teacher at a local daycare in lafayette. I love my job and my absolute favorite part is creating art! Everyday we get messy with an art project that is consistent with our lesson plans. Most of my experience is with 3-year-olds but I am open to working with any age!
I am currently...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, I have had about 3-4 years of experience with all age groups of kids! I have babysitted multiple times on this app before and I used to work at a daycare(SIA). I love children and I would like to think children love me too!! I can do a date night on Friday or weekends depending on my work schedule, but definitely Friday!...
Krystal can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
I am a reliable and energetic caregiver. I have been babysitting since I was around 9 years old and am looking for a way to make a little extra cash while I'm in summer school. I absolutely adore kids. My husband and I want to have 9 children, but we're waiting until we're both done with college. I love doing arts and crafts and...
Lydia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Joy G.
Lafayette, IN
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello, my name is joy I have worked at over 5 daycares and every sunday I help with the kids at my church and babysit all the time. I love playing and working with kids!
Colleen L.
Lafayette, IN
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Looking For A Full Time Nannying Position Starting November 1, 2023!
Hello, I'm Colleen L.! I am a 2017 graduate of McCutcheon High School, and a 2020 graduate of Ivy Tech Community College with an Associate's Degree in Psychology. I have always had a passion for working with children, and have been babysitting since my early teens. I started working at My Gym Children's Fitness Center in...
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Alyssa J.
Lafayette, IN
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've always enjoyed working with kids because I love watching them grow and learn, and because it's so fun to see their personalities develop over time.
I first started working with kids when I was around 12 with babysitting jobs, then I worked at summer camps (ages 1-4 and 8-14) for most of my teenage years. I began pursuing...
Hello! My name is Jasmine. I am looking for a part-time position in babysitting/nannying in the meanwhile. I am originally from the West Lafayette area and so I am very familiar with it. I have reliable transportation and I am also Covid-19 vaccinated. I can't wait to hear back from you!
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Hi! I am a 20-year-old college student! I started babysitting at a young age as well as helping out with my 3 younger siblings! I have also done student teaching in numerous schools dealing with numerous ages! I grew a passion caring for and helping kids develop to reach their full potential! I am currently in school to obtain...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a graduate student in Speech Language Pathology. I am open to any babysitting, childcare, and tutoring services. I have multiple years of experience with children ranging from infant to older child. I can help with light housekeeping, homework, and carpooling.
Liya can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Ashley G.
Lafayette, IN
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I'm A Sophomore In Nursing School At Purdue. Just Looking For A Good Job!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 1 year of experience. While babysitting, I can help with light housekeeping and I am very good at entertaining children. I also have always loved kids, which is why I want to work with them when I am older. I am a nanny Monday-Friday, but free on the weekends if you need a sitter then.
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lafayette, IN
Olivia S.
5.0
Olivia was great with my kiddo! She followed instructions, got him to bedtime on time, and was great with my dogs as well.
- Care member
Dorianne S.
5.0
Dori was part of our family for 4 wonderful years. We first contacted her after the birth of our 2nd son and, from that moment, she spent countless hours playing with our kids with playdough, legos, trains, memory games, puzzles and also doing activities outdoors. She even taught them the ABCs. Dori...
- Care member
Sierra H.
5.0
Always prompt and does a great job with our girls every time!
- Elizabeth D.
Tessa T.
5.0
She was wonderful! Will definitely hire her again!
- Hannah H.
Sally M.
5.0
Sally M. When working for was incredibly attentive to all three of my children and my fur baby Mercy my dog. At the time their ages were 7, 4, and 2.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lafayette, IN:
How can I find a Lafayette babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lafayette, 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 44 babysitters in Lafayette, IN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Lafayette, IN?
The average rate for Lafayette, IN babysitters on Care.com is $15.41 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 Lafayette, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Lafayette, IN are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.