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60 babysitters are listed in West Lafayette, IN

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years

Babysitters in West Lafayette, IN

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Leia L.


West Lafayette, IN

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as caring, funny, and respectful I like working with kids because I like to have fun and kids always keep me moving and active. I'm looking for a job that I can build a close relationship with while also providing good care for the children. I started working with kids when I was 15 years old....
Leia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
I find fulfillment in supporting families by providing reliable childcare. With over a year of experience, I have gained the skills necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of your little ones. I am patient, calm, and always maintain a positive attitude, even in challenging situations. I believe in open communication with...
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Brandy S.


West Lafayette, IN

$20/hr6 yrs exp

College Student , Sitter Who Loves Working With Kids !

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands , I have my own form of transportation. I work well with all ages. I Attend Purdue University.
Brandy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah H.


West Lafayette, IN

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Joyful Sitter

I am a friendly and outgoing college student currently enrolled at Purdue University. I love children and animals of all ages and types, and I'm looking for a fulfilling way to spend my time outside of school!
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emily G.


West Lafayette, IN

$14-20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun & Caring Sitter

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As a creative, dedicated, and caring sitter, I love to care for all kids and I have experience with a variety of ages. My intentions are always to keep your children safe while having fun each day. I do a great job of organizing and keeping things tidy, so I'm always willing to help out with some extra errands and chores around...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I have two years of experience providing reliable childcare for families. As a caregiver, I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I love playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational games with children. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating...
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Breeah C.


West Lafayette, IN

$12-20/hr5 yrs exp

Flexible Sitter

My name is Breeah, but many people call me Bree. I am a 22-year-old Purdue student. Since I was in high school I have been passionate about working with children in many different capacities. I am looking for a part-time position, especially on weekends. I have a flexible evening/weekend schedule. I can help with any type of...
Breeah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi I'm Sarah! I'm an undergrad student at Purdue University studying to become an art educator. I love art, animals and children.
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Mia P.


West Lafayette, IN

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Assistant Pre-School Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am so excited to meet you and to help your child or pet feel validated, safe, happy, and help them learn and grow. I'd describe my personality as calm, empathetic, creative I went to camp as an L. I. T for two summers where they taught us how to work with kids and paired us with a mentor to help the kids. These kids...
Mia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Hello! My name is Isabel and I am a biochemistry major here at Purdue. I am from Pittsburgh, PA. I have lots of experience with kids from ages 1-15. Overall I have 4 years of experience with two different families. I am a swim instructor/lifeguard and high school lacrosse coach, so I love sports and swimming! I also really enjoy...
Isabel can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Caroline E.


West Lafayette, IN

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Child Care

Hi there! I'm Caroline, an 18-year-old caregiver with a warm, patient, and creative approach to childcare. With 5 years of experience under my belt, I'm passionate about supporting families and offering reliable care. I'm comfortable managing up to 4 kids of any age and have a knack for keeping things orderly and fun. I'm CPR...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Natalia C.


West Lafayette, IN

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Natalia

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm currently a 6th year at Purdue. I'm predicted to graduate December of 2024 with a degree in General Education: Curriculum and Instruction where I will then go and get my Montessori certification as a masters degree to teach 4th-6th grade. I have always loved working with kids and have been doing so for a long time. My...
Natalia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I'm a natural caregiver with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With five years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for one child of any age group. My patient, calm, and friendly demeanor helps me connect with children and build a trusting relationship. I take pride in keeping parents informed about...
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. My name is Morgan and I am an 18-year-old from Florida currently attending Purdue university to study aviation. I have four younger sisters so I have certainly had my fair share of taking care of kids, but it is something I thoroughly...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Hello! I am an enthusiastic and responsible babysitter with a passion for helping parents raise their children. With over five years of experience caring for kids ages 2 to 13+, I have improved my skills in childcare. I understand that every child is unique, and I adapt my approach to meet their individual needs. Whether it's...
Daria can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more

Katlyn J.


West Lafayette, IN

$12-50/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter For All Ages.

Hello, my name is Katlyn! I'm 24, I'm a stay at home mom to my 6-month-old son named J. Friends and family would describe me as reliable, loving, and trustworthy. I am looking to find ways to help provide for my family and save so I can purchase a safe car without going into debt to drive around with my child. My schedule is...
Katlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I am going into my senior year of college as an Elementary Education major. I love working with children and have experience working in preschool settings, coaching, tutoring junior high students, and much more! I am offering babysitting, tutoring, pet sitting, and house cleaning services this summer. :)
Melannie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Patricia C.


Delphi, IN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Babysitter/Nanny

Hello, my name is Patricia and I live in Carroll County, IN (moved from Aurora, IL in April 2016). I have 20+ years of babysitting experience/working in daycares & preschools. I have a background in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with infants, toddlers, preschool aged (ages 3-5), and elementary school aged kids. If you...
Patricia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

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Ashley R.


Otterbein, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hello! My name is Ashley and I am 29 years old! Throughout my summers, I watched the neighborhood kids which consisted of 3-4 children a day. We enjoyed lots of outdoor activities like bike rides, scavenger hunts, baseball games, kite flying, the list goes on and on. I have also watched many, many cousins, nephews, nieces and...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
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Caiah C.


Attica, IN

$21-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! I Am An Experienced Nanny / Former Preschool Teacher & Daycare Worker.

Hi! I am an experienced nanny / former preschool teacher & daycare worker with 4 almost 5 years working with kids! I have experience working with all ages infants - school age. I am CPR / First Aide trained as well safe sleep trained.

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