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60 babysitters are listed in Portage, IN
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Portage, IN
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Hello my name is Kayley I love children and have about 5years of experience I would love to meet up or chat over text to tell you more about myself I have the following skill that I've gained in my 5 years of experience Patience, Problem-solving. ...
Communication, relationship building. ...
Multitasking, Time management and...
Kayley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"We love Kayley but most of my children love Kayley. They are teenagers now and no longer need a sitter but they still stay in contact with her. She was very playful and caring and I felt safe leaving my kids with her. Kayley is awesome and we miss her!! "
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Hi, I'm Grace, and I have a natural knack for nurturing and caring for children. Being the oldest of four siblings, I've always been great with kids and enjoy creating a fun and safe environment for them.
I recently graduated from Crown Point High School with honors and have ample experience in babysitting for friends and...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
I've been helping out with child care for 10+ years now. Beginning when I was a teenager, I helped take care of my little cousins each summer until I found a job at a children's photo studio out in Chicago, IL. I worked there for 5 years until relocating with my husband back to Indiana. I'm looking for a part time position where...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
My name is Annie and I am a senior studying Industrial Engineering at Purdue University. I am a responsible, energetic, and personable young adult looking for to work as a nanny or babysitter from now until December of 2020. With three younger sisters, I have been helping care for children most of my life. I was a babysitter and...
Anne can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
12 years plus experience, two children of my own, family oriented and have babysat before I had my own children
Aliceson can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Mackenzie D.
Chesterton, IN
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. With over a decade of experience as a childcare provider, I am dedicated to providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for your child. My creative and friendly nature allows me to connect with children of all ages, fostering an...
Jane G.
Hobart, IN
$8-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a deep-rooted passion for fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have only solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. I bring five years of experience to the table and am comfortable caring for up to four children, ranging...
Gabrielle D.
Valparaiso, IN
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
With over 7 years of babysitting experience, I am dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for your children. I will be starting to teach summer school in July, so my availability is mainly for the remainder of June. I love kids and would be delighted to be the right fit for your family.
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Brianna G.
Lake Station, IN
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, i'm Brianna. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person. I have been babysitting since I was a little girl, it's always been something i've loved. I watch my nieces and nephew almost everyday. I have a 2-year-old daughter, who is one of the happiest babies I know. I enjoy playing board games, hide and seek, and doing...
Skills:
CPR
Makenzie P.
Chesterton, IN
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and enthusiastic childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my ability to make a positive impact on children's lives. I'm dedicated to supporting families and...
Makenzie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hi families!
My name is Lisa and I love children and animals and hope I can be of assistance to you and your loved ones.
I have 3 children myself. My daughter is 13. We've gotten pretty good at arts and crafts and all things teenage girl and we love to laugh! My 2 boys, aged 7 and 12, are very active and especially love...
Lisa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Tara, and I am 24. I am open to long-term scheduled employment and single nights/weekends. I had personal childcare experience ever since 11 yrs old and I have professional childcare experience for 5 years and counting. I have also had a passion for children and pets, especially dogs for my whole life. My...
Tara can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
I am warm, funny, and creative. I love to create a safe space for children to learn and grow.
I love to fill the day with learning through play, socialization, music, and story. Children have a natural curiosity, and I love to help them flourish by providing a nurturing and fun environment.
I'm looking for a regular long-term...
Olyvia L.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have had plenty of babysitting experience. Babysitting ages from around 18 months, to 12 years. I am also attending college full tim
Olyvia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
I am a seasoned nanny, preschool teacher, and mother of three. I enjoy caring for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. I have a lot of experience and knowledge to offer as a nanny.
I love children and have been babysitting for some years now. I babysat a woman's 3 children ages 2, 4, and 8 for 3 years and now she is a stay at home mother and I would love to find another family to work for.
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Brenda B.
Chesterton, IN
$12/hr • 20 yrs exp
Stay At Home Mom With Elementary Education Degree/ Nanny Experience Looking For Part Time Work.
In the past I've taught 6th grade, kindergarten and preschool. I was a nanny for two families at a time with 4 girls who ranged from 2-5. I have had much experience with kids since I was in high school. After that, we were out state and I cared for a 5-year-old part time. Would love to find a good fit for our family and yours. I...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Diana M.
Valparaiso, IN
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Diana, and I was recently a substitute teacher for pre-k - Highschool and I am offering child and pet care.
I am the second oldest of 5 children. I have plenty of experience watching infants, toddlers, and teens. Throughout high school, I volunteered at camps, tutored (1st-6th graders) and assisted with...
Diana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hannah K.
Valparaiso, IN
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Hannah K. and I am a current junior at Purdue University in West Lafayette, studying speech language and hearing sciences. I am also on the Purdue Golduster Dance Team. I love working with kids and spent last summer as a camp counselor for a summer camp for kids with disabilities. I have taught dance to kids...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a certified nursing assistant who has 2 years of experience in a hospital. I have over 7 year of experience in child care as well. I work at an after school program for 2 years and I also work in a kids center at a gym for 4 years. I also have babysat since I was 14 years old. I am Red-cross CPR certified as well.
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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How can I find a Portage babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Portage, IN?
The average rate for Portage, IN babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 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 Portage, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Portage, 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.