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60 babysitters are listed in Merrillville, IN
The average rate is $18/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Merrillville, IN
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: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddie nannied our boys this summer and she was great with them!"
Samantha S.
I am a 27-year-old about to graduate from nursing school with experience taking care of infants to preteens. I read to and with the kids, help them with work, take them outside to blow off steam, make their meals or snacks, and help them to settle down after an exciting day. I participate in church services, extracurricular...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have been taking care of children for the past several years. I have volunteered in a church nursery for a few years taking care of infants and children up to 6 years old. I also have experience as a baby sitter for young children, and pre-teens. I enjoy doing activities with children, assisting with homework, making meals for...
Hi I'm Anandi. I'm 18 years old. For years I had the practice of taking care of children by taking care of my little cousins who were of the ages of two and five. I am fun, caring and patient. I am available on the weekends and sometimes weekdays. In my free time I am working to become a dancer/dance teacher for kids and adults.
Hello. I am creative, patient, and love to work with my imagination.
I am a college graduate holding a degree in Elementary Special Education and a minor in child psychology. I have my masters degree in adult education from Oregon state university.
I have worked at a daycare with infant thru school agers. And I worked in...
Callie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Leader of church nursery
Babysitter every Wednesday for children of the choir members
watched family members for 3 years
Erika can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Isreal B.
Merrillville, IN
$15-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personally as very bubbly down to earth kind & trustworthy
I like working with kids because I grew up with a big family caring for all my baby siblings and cousins it's always a joy letting my inner child vibe with the children as well as making sure they are well took care of
I'm looking for a job that...
Melanie C.
Merrillville, IN
$19/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've always been passionate about nurturing children's growth and development, which leads me to strive to become a good childcare provider. As a patient and friendly individual, I hope to create a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive.
With one year of experience in childcare, I'm comfortable caring for two...
Kalayah H.
Merrillville, IN
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun and inspirational!
I started working with kids when I was 15 years old. I raised my niece and chose to go to college for Early Childhood . I now have a child of my own .
I am a recent graduate of Indiana University with a bachelors' of science in Health Services Management and I have relocated to Northwest Indiana. I have over eight years of care giving experience. My main objective while providing care is to develop, nurture and care for the child at the employer's residence; if needed they are...
Angelica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
My name is Leyani. I am 19 years old originally from East Chicago, IN. I enjoy painting, being outdoors, and trying new things. I am currently working on obtaining my real estate license. I'm also in the military (Army Reserves).
Parent often can't find a reliable and trustworthy person to watch their children. I feel I can...
Hello! My name is Tiarra, and I am a 24-year-old Licensed Behavioral Technician with a passion for working with children, particularly those with autism. I understand the importance of finding someone trustworthy to care for your child, and with my experience, I can assure you that your little one will be safe, supported, and...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Jameah H.
Merrillville, IN
$15-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've been caring for children for over three years, and I'm passionate about providing a safe, nurturing environment for them to learn and grow. I have experience working with children of all ages, from infants to school-aged children. I'm creative, imaginative, and outgoing, and I love playing games, reading stories, and going...
Octavia A.
Merrillville, IN
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Octavia, and I am 23 years old with six years of experience working with children, primarily in the age range of 2 months to 5 years old. I am skilled in creating and maintaining personalized schedules tailored to your child's specific needs. Additionally, I can assist with potty training and support the development...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kiesha W.
Merrillville, IN
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I look forward to the opportunity to work with your family and create wonderful memories together! Babysitter.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
After my high school, I work in a daycare from Monday to Friday, 8am-4 p.m. for two years. I took care of 7 children at a time with age different. firstly, in the morning is to take their attendance, I feed them, change their diaper, change their cloth, taught them nursery rhyme. I also made sure that they take a nap when it is...
Halimot can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(1)
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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I've known Kelly for a long time. Not only is Kelly a friend of the family, but she has worked for me as well by watching my two children. Kelly is a kind, generous, loving person. She has such a great personality when working with kids. My children took to her...
Beth S.
Taylor T.
Munster, IN
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, carpooling, travel
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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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Merrillville, IN
Maddie D.
5.0
Maddie nannied our boys this summer and she was great with them!
- Samantha S.
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.
Mireya B.
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.
Kelly D.
5.0
I've known Kelly pretty much her entire life. Kelly is a very caring young women who does extremely well with children of all ages. Kelly looked after my 3 children numerous times, and also my autistic son. I would highly recommend Kelly to anyone looking for a nanny type person.
- Kelly W.
Taylor T.
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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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Merrillville, IN:
How can I find a Merrillville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Merrillville, 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 16 babysitters in Merrillville, 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 Merrillville, IN?
The average rate for Merrillville, IN babysitters on Care.com is $18.06 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Merrillville, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Merrillville, IN through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.