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60 babysitters are listed in Michigan City, IN
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Michigan City, IN
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
With over a decade of professional nanny experience, I offer nurturing care for newborns through preschool-aged children. My expertise includes sleep training, establishing consistent routines, navigating potty training, and fostering early literacy. I prioritize developmental monitoring, instilling autonomy, and creating an...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah has taken care of my daughter (M) since she was 3 months old, and I went back to work. She also picks up my 4 year old son (H) from daycare and brings him home daily. When we first found Sarah, we thought it would be for about 6 months. It's been almost 2...
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Andrea D.
Michigan City, IN
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Patient, And Reliable Teacher Available During Weekends And Summer Months
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Andrea and I am a Michigan City Area Schools teacher, teaching Special Education. Subject areas include: ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Social Skills. I am compassionate, patient, and reliable. I live in Long Beach (Michigan City), Indiana, but also spend quite a bit of time in the Chicago area....
Andrea can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Andrea took care of our 6 month old for a few hours a week for several weeks. She was very impressive and the baby loved her. We will happily keep hiring her whenever her schedule and ours mesh. We have no reservations at all about recommending her (except that...
Dani F.
Ashley M.
Michigan City, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Just A Single Mama Bear Raising Her Own And Others In A Gentle And Respectful Way
5.0
(2)
I started working with kids when I was still a kid myself. In high-school I volunteered in our daycare and have been nannying, teaching preschool, running an in home daycare and running a before and after school program since.
In my spare time, I like to get outside for a hike with a cool view and some berries along the way,...
5.0
"Ashley is wonderful. She watched our daughter for close to two years on a daily, 4 times a week basis, and also as a babysitter. Ashley did a wonderful job caring for our child and trust me, I am picky! Ashley has high standards she sets for herself with childcare...
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Grace! I've worked at a Daycare for 9 years and have been a CNA for a little over a year, am CPR certified and also know how to do the Heimlich!
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Maddie and I have a background in working with children in both clinical and casual settings. I am CPR Certified and a psychology graduate from Purdue! I am a happy aunt of 5 including 2 newborns, a toddler, and 2 older kids! I have been Babysitting/Nannying experience :) Ask me about it!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work part time as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), working with children with ASD. I love working with kids and have experience with various age groups however most of my experience is with those 10 and younger. I have taken a handful of child development and education related college courses to help further...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Jomika K.
Michigan City, IN
$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a passionate, certified Registered Behavior Technician with over three years of experience caring for children of all ages. As a mother of two, I understand the importance of providing a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love finding new and exciting ways to engage...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Growing up I have always loved children. I became an aunt at age 11, so I spent most of my time with my nieces. I've also babysat younger cousins.
Samantha can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Emily and I am a junior in college! I am an animal behavior major at IU. I currently work at Wonderlab Children's museum as an animal care intern caring for a large variety of animals. I've pet sit for a family with house pets and farm animals as well as growing up with pets my entire life!
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Shelley G.
La Porte, IN
$18-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been a nanny/babysitter for 40+ years. In that time, I have worked for musicians, college professors, business executives, and physicians. I take great pride in caring for children of all ages. I enjoy cooking/baking, walking, reading to children, crafts, gardening and sewing. I am more than happy to help out with...
Shelley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shelley has been with our family for almost 3 years. It was initially supposed to be just a 3-4 month temporary job, but she did such an amazing job that we asked her to stay on.
She was amazing with our newborn and was engaging and nurturing with him. As he...
Andrew L.
Hello. I am an experienced caregiver with 5 years of experience. I started off as a home health aide before getting my bachelors of science in health administration. Currently, I work at an urgent care as a patient care technician providing services to patients. I am CPR certified, have my Certified Nurse License in the state of...
Juliana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a patient and reliable person who has 4+ years of experience taking care of children ranging from infants to 10-year-olds!. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Crafts, Errands, Learning, and other additional tasks if needed. My main priority is to take appropriate care of your child, meet and satisfy their needs.
I am...
Jenifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm Katie. I'm 27 years old and living in Laporte IN. In my free time I love to bake, explore the outdoors, and do all kinds of crafts. My favorite age groups are toddlers and teens, they are both so funny in their own ways!
I'm currently on my 6th year as a professional full time nanny. I'm looking for weekend and...
Ann N.
La Porte, IN
$12-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm looking for a job that pays well and is very enjoyable.
I started working with kids when I was 14 I'm turn with my dad's renovation business.
I am a mom . I have been babysitting for 10+ years I enjoy teaching them , playing , doing active and keeping them busy.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I like working with kids because every day working with children provides an opportunity to teach them life lessons, useful skills, and important knowledge.
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CNA
Hi my name is Ashley. I have 10 years of experience, and enjoy being around children. I have been babysitting and caring for children since I was in High School and now with all of my nieces and nephews! I semi recently moved to the area and found myself having lots of spare time outside of work. I figured instead of just...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Adrienne R.
La Porte, IN
$11-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past 12 years I have been taking various babysitting jobs. I have worked with infants through teenagers. I also have taken care of children with special needs.
Adrienne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Anna G.
La Porte, IN
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Professional Nanny Specializing In Infants And Toddlers
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and have over 5 years of experience as a professional nanny. I specialize in infants and toddlers. Some of my skills include working with multiples, knowing baby sign language, and making homemade baby food.
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Felisha S.
La Porte, IN
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
As a caregiver, my purpose is to provide a reliable childcare option for families, allowing them to have peace of mind while their children are in my care. I am patient and calm, always striving to create a nurturing and safe environment for the children I look after. I prioritize open communication with parents, ensuring that I...
Felisha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Michigan City, IN
Sarah H.
5.0
Sarah has taken care of my daughter (M) since she was 3 months old, and I went back to work. She also picks up my 4 year old son (H) from daycare and brings him home daily. When we first found Sarah, we thought it would be for about 6 months. It's been almost 2 years, and I wish our family could...
- Care member
Andrea D.
5.0
Andrea took care of our 6 month old for a few hours a week for several weeks. She was very impressive and the baby loved her. We will happily keep hiring her whenever her schedule and ours mesh. We have no reservations at all about recommending her (except that she might be less available for us...
- Dani F.
Ashley M.
5.0
Ashley is the baby whisperer. Best nanny ever. I can go to work and feel confident that my infant son is in excellent hands.
- Care member
Shelley G.
5.0
Shelley has been with our family for almost 3 years. It was initially supposed to be just a 3-4 month temporary job, but she did such an amazing job that we asked her to stay on.
She was amazing with our newborn and was engaging and nurturing with him. As he got older, she continued to help him...
- Andrew L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Michigan City, IN:
How can I find a Michigan City babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Michigan City, 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 9 babysitters in Michigan City, 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 Michigan City, IN?
The average rate for Michigan City, IN babysitters on Care.com is $16.89 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 Michigan City, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Michigan City, 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 Michigan City, IN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Michigan City, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.