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60 babysitters are listed in Schererville, IN
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in Schererville, IN
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, passionate and optimistic.
I like working with kids because I have two nieces and a nephew and I've always just had a special bond with children. I love them like they are mine.
I'm looking for a job that feels like it isn't a job, like I'm just simply a part of the family.
I...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Ashley was so wonderful with my three children, 4 and under. She played with them and, when one needed extra attention, she provided it. She was so responsible and polite, and even gave us an update in the middle of her time with them. We’re so grateful to for her...
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Siena G.
Crown Point, IN
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an experienced, patient, and compassionate babysitter with 5+ years of experience caring for children ages newborn to 11 years old! I started out babysitting for kids in my neighborhood around the age of 14 and have enjoyed every minute of it. I enjoy everything from mealtime to playtime and story time. I am...
Siena can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
5.0
"Siena is such a great nanny! She is so caring, smart, and especially great with my kids. They absolutely adore her. Always reliable and I never have to worry about anything when I'm out of town. She will make a great mommy!"
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Amanda Z.
Crown Point, IN
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(24)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 2. A 13-year-old girl and a 7-year-old boy. My kids are the absolute loves of my life. Although I don't get the luxury to see my kids every day due to joint custody. Let me be the one to play, teach and make your little one/s laugh and have fun!
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
5.0
"Amanda was AMAZING and cannot wait for her to watch our boys again! Being new to the area, she allowed us to have a peace of mind that our boys were taken care of and were being loved. "
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Rebecca M.
Crown Point, 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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, 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.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddie nannied our boys this summer and she was great with them!"
Samantha S.
Maggie G.
Dyer, IN
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Looking for a fun, energetic, and responsible sitter? Look no further! My name is Maggie, I am 21 years old attending college in Michigan. I adore children of all ages and love watching them learn and grow. I have 5+ years of experience with all ages. I love spending time with kids and always have fun, creative, and new...
Maggie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maggie is very responsible and friendly. Kids love her. I trust her taking care of both my daughter and my dog. Plus, they both like her. She’s dependable and follows my specific instructions. I would recommend her to anyone. "
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Rianna R.
Steger, IL
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience when it comes to caring for children as that was job before becoming a nurse. I am now a postpartum nurse caring for newborns and new moms. I am looking for some work on the side as I do miss babysitting.
Rianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is amazing and the kids love her so much! I would definitely recommend Rianna!!"
Laura V.
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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
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
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!
My name is Daniele, I have a lot of experience as a babysitter/nanny (+6years) with children from 0 to 12 years old! I also have a college degree in Education, so besides being a nanny/babysitting, I also have been a teacher for early education and first grade!
I love arts and crafts, playing and teaching kids....
Daniele can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Daniele was great! She was on time, respectful, attentive and very sweet with my 5mo old kiddo. I’d love to hire her again! "
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5.0
(13)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am fully vaccinated to keep me and your little ones safe and everyone in my household is vaccinated. I have 25 plus experience. I have great References from other parents who have used my services. I can provide a background upon request. I also provide babysitting/childcare and limited overnight care.
Monitte can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"I have been with Monitte for over two years. She is kind, accommodating, and very reliable. Cannot recommend her enough, she is truly the best!"
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5.0
(3)
I am a dependable, trustworthy babysitter looking for a job and I love kids. I can babysit kids of all ages. I love the outdoors and keeping the kids entertained. I have and can provide dependable transportation.
I was previously a nanny for a 5-year-old girl and also a live in nanny in Spain for four months with kids ranging...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Alyssa is such a lovely, respectful, dependable young lady. Alyssa has always been a high achiever, taking honors classes at her high school and excelling in them. She is also enrolled in the career center to help set herself up for future endeavors. Alyssa is an...
Jayde U.
Anna M.
Munster, IN
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am 24 years old and have a 1-year-old daughter. I've been working at a daycare for 5+ years with kids infant-3 so I am good with any age I absolutely love kids and am looking for a long term nanny/babysitting job!
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"She's a very hard worker and knows exactly what to do with kids."
Matthew B.
Kimberly R.
Thornton, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family. We miss her terribly and would hire her again if she moved back to sunny Arizona!
"
Andrea G.
Alyssa M.
Crown Point, IN
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I have over 5 years of experience with children from newborn and up, I work really well with families and can be accommodating to anybody's schedule, I adore being a nanny and it's something I'm extremely passionate about, I look forward to meeting you and your families.
I'd describe my personality as loving and giving...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amazing at what she does and can be counted on when it comes to important decisions and responsibilities. Alyssa does well with infants all the way to teenager’s. Has a sweet and out going personality. "
Dean R.
5.0
(1)
I have my bachelor's in the fine arts as well as over a decades worth of experience taking care of children of all ages. I genuinely love looking after kids and teaching them music and art.
Lissandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lissandra formed an instant connection with our kids and day after they were asking when she was coming back. We were hesitant because our kids are difficult to get down at night but she handled the task like a champ. She was professional, prompt and an excellent...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am Cristina :) I am a mom of 9 & 11-year-old girls and am available to care for your child in my home at all hours. If childcare is wanted in your home, I am available between 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. during the week. I love kids, and would love to help take care of a child to help his/her parents find safe, fun, and reliable...
Cristina can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Cristina treated my son like her own child. If it wasn't for preschool we would still be with Cristina."
Beth M.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as caring happy and loving and genuine
I like working with kids because I have the experience and I love kids and it's a joy to be around children
I'm looking for a job that flexible and that I can be apart of the family
I started working with kids when I was 15 years old I would babysit the...
5.0
"Jessica is always on time and goes above and beyond her job. Jessica is very loving and caring and will do anything for people. She gives her all at everything she does."
Iesha S.
Kesheva P.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Love Working With Children And Parents. I Am A Student Therapist For Kids.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kesheva. I enjoy paring, tutoring/teaching, and cooking for children during my time of care. I also enjoy helping children organize their space, help create positive routines, and construct productive environments.
I have worked with over 10 families from Care. com, as well as others Nanny pages. I truly love...
Kesheva can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Families would need to know Kasheva is kind , have patience and very reliable ."
Lexi I.
Christina A.
Saint John, IN
$16-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm an Education major at Purdue Northwest, love working with both children and pets, currently working on CPR re-certification :)
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Didn't hire because our availability didn't match, but we loved our interview with her. She seems dependable, respectful, responsible, and dedicated. Great interview and lovely person!"
Rose L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mother of one teenage daughter. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. I have cared for children of all ages.
Rosie can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"I have known Rosie for about 15 years or so, we were once coworkers and then became friends. I have a son that is 7, and for the past 2 years Rosie has been babysitting part time. She has picked my son up from school, and she is still babysitting him. My son...
Debra P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Schererville, IN
Ashley Y.
5.0
Ashley was so wonderful with my three children, 4 and under. She played with them and, when one needed extra attention, she provided it. She was so responsible and polite, and even gave us an update in the middle of her time with them. We’re so grateful to for her time and kindness.
- Care member
Siena G.
5.0
Siena is a natural at taking care of kiddos! I was nervous about how my youngest would feel meeting her and being babysat for the first time and he did great with Siena! She even volunteered to help with my dishes! She is also very easygoing and responsible it seems. We are very happy care.com...
- Care member
Amanda Z.
5.0
I don't have to worry about my childrens saftey and wellbeing while Amanda is caring for them. She has fantastic communication skills and is always here on time. My kids absolutely love her and we are so fortunate to have a caregiver who goes above and beyond our expectations.
- Care member
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.
Maddie D.
5.0
Maddie nannied our boys this summer and she was great with them!
- Samantha S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Schererville, IN:
How can I find a Schererville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Schererville, 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 14 babysitters in Schererville, 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 Schererville, IN?
The average rate for Schererville, IN babysitters on Care.com is $16.29 per hour as of April 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 Schererville, IN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Schererville, 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.