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Find in home child care in West Lafayette, IN that you’ll love

25 in home child care are listed in West Lafayette, IN

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby in home child care is 5 years

In home child care in West Lafayette, IN

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Melissa T.


West Lafayette, IN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom Looking To Watch 1-2 Kids.

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been watching other kids for over 12 years now, they were 18 months and 8 weeks old when I started. I have 5 kids of my own, (ages 5-18) so I have plenty of experience with all ages. I enjoy treating your kids as if they are my own (taking them to the park, store, etc.).
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Melissa is great! I've used her several times, and my daughter loves going over to her house!"

Kourtney R.

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Kortney W.


West Lafayette, IN

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

3.8

(10)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a stay at home mom currently for my 3-year-old daughter and my 8-month-old daughter! Before becoming a stay at home mom I was a preschool teacher for two years while in high school I worked through a local School Corporation as a paraprofessional. I graduated from Purdue university with my general education diploma in...
Kortney can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Kortney is great with the kids and does light cleaning. She communicates well with regard to schedules. We love having her!"

Care member

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Kaylee R.


West Lafayette, IN

$26/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I used to work for a daycare for 2. 5 years. I worked with kids newborn up to 3 years old. I am also a mom of two girls who are 1 and my older daughter is 4. I am doing in home daycare and have a few spots left. I am CPR certified and sleep safe certified as well. Message me for weekly rates and meetings
Kaylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kaylee was great with our kids, we would definitely hire her again. She also did great with our 2 dogs while she was babysitting."

Tausha R.

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Lisa H.


West Lafayette, IN

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, Experienced

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I've been working with children of all ages for over 30 years. I was a professional nanny for 10 years before I obtained my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and Master's degree in School Counseling. I have extensive experience with newborn-elementary aged children but enjoy working with all ages. Since the pandemic...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We feel so fortunate that we found Lisa and her daughters through Care.com! My son immediately took to Lisa and Savannah as soon as he met them! Lisa is a gentle, kind and attentive caregiver. She has helped my son blossom - encouraging us to sign him up for...

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Lynn S.


West Lafayette, IN

$19/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With A Smile

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience, pls look below. I helped the parents out with Laundry, dishes and picking up after the kids. I was making their meals as well. I can also help with light housekeeping, and laundry if needed. -Jan 2022/January 2023: I was looking after two toddlers, and their dog. We played, and I fed them their...
Lynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"I hired Lynn to watch my kids on Sunday mornings and she was great. She always showed up on time and was very friendly and professional. My kids looked forward to her coming and had a lot of fun with her. "

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Litzi V.


West Lafayette, IN

$15-19/hr3 yrs exp

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Litzi. I am 24 years old. I am currently located in West Lafayette and live with my husband and son. I have a toddler at home! He will be 2 in April. I'm bilingual I read, speak & write in both English & Spanish. I graduated HHS in 2019. I have my license and own transportation. I'm fully vaccinated. I used to...
Litzi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Litzi was wonderful! I hired her to babysit my nine year old back in March. I am a teacher and sometimes need assistance with a couple hours Saturday mornings. I have hired her 3 times in these past months and my girl adores her. They always have lots of fun...

Maria R.

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Adrian J.


West Lafayette, IN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been baby sitting since I was just 12 years old. Many people in my community trust me to take care of their little ones! I am very reliable and trustworthy. I am really good with kids of all ages and I will be home from college starting May 9 and I am looking for something more full-time during then so if you need a...
Adrian can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Angelica O.


West Lafayette, IN

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Your In Home Private Educator, Nanny Or Spanish Teacher.

Hi families, I'm Angelica! Four years ago I began my work in the child care field working at an after school program at Burnett Creek Elementary school where I helped create a fun environment for children to relax and get work done after school. Once I started there, I knew it was the field I belonged in. Since then, I have...
Angelica can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello! My name is Madison! I have an Associates Degree in Psychology, where I focused on Child Psychology. I have done childcare on and off for the past 5 years for families in my neighborhood. In my free time, I love spending time with my three dogs and exploring different parts of Indiana! I also love to clean, I find it...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

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Lauren S.


West Lafayette, IN

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver And Pet Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Purdue University graduate currently working towards my Masters for Elementary Education. I have experience working in the day care setting and working in homes. I have worked with children from infancy through the age of 10. I have a great driving record, ability to help with tutoring, cooking meals, and more!
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
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Annabelle M.


West Lafayette, IN

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/Sitter

Hello! My name is Annabelle . I'm a responsible college student home for the summer looking for childcare and/or tutoring jobs. I am patient, loving, kind, and smart. I'm currently working toward a degree in biomedical health sciences with a plan to attend medical school upon graduation. I'm comfortable tutoring math, English,...
Annabelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Hannah F.


West Lafayette, IN

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Purdue University Grad, Loving Mom, Professional (many Years As A Pharmaceutical Sales Rep)

I graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor's degree in elementary education (2005). I love children. I was a pharmaceutical sales representative for 14 years and have recently decided I wanted a break from the industry and to enjoy my passion .... working with little kids & babies. I do not have to work, but am truly...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Piper D.


West Lafayette, IN

$14-20/hr2 yrs exp

Childcare Worker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Piper and I am 22 years old and studying History and Political Science at Indiana University Kokomo. Although I go to school in Kokomo, I call West Lafayette home and have lived here since I was 5 years old. I have been working at a childcare center for the last 2 years and absolutely love it. I work with...
Piper can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
I've always had a passion for caring for children and making a positive impact on their lives. With five years of experience as a childcare provider, I am confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. I am a creative and imaginative individual who loves to play games,...
Hello!! My name is Sarah and I just finished my first year of college at University and am majoring in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with children for the past 3 years and teach swim lessons over the summer as well! I love working with kids and teaching is my passion which is why I plan to be a preschool teacher after...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Chelsey P.


West Lafayette, IN

$12-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for family's back home for about 6 years. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping or anything else you may need, I am willing to help with whatever. Currently at Purdue, I am studying to become an elementary teacher and help spread the joy of school!
Chelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi I am Alex! I am a registered nurse and a mom of two toddlers looking to nanny/ babysit in my home part time. Being a nurse I am first aid and CPR and have also received training for advanced pediatric life support. I have a depth of knowledge in caring for children's needs for physical and mental safety. Outside of being a...
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Ella G.


West Lafayette, IN

$12-25/hr

College Student Looking For Child Care Opportunities

I have a lot of experience working with kids of all different ages. I teach dance at my neighborhood dance studio when I am home from break and work with children varying from ages 3-17. I also interact frquentlymwith the parents as well and I am very comfortable talking and working with adults. I am familiar with allergies and...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
I have been doing senior care involving Alzheimer's hospice home care hospital stay nursing home for now over 30years. It is my passion to show the elderly of this community that they matter. And that they deserve the best care possible. And also to make sure that their love ones already knowing that their family is being taken...
Kristie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

I have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I have worked as a preschool teacher, for Lafayette school corporation and had a licensed home day care for 10 years when my own children were young. I'm mother to three sons, two in college, and the youngest in high school.

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Most recent reviews for in home child care in West Lafayette, IN

Melissa T.

5.0

Melissa is great! I've used her several times, and my daughter loves going over to her house!

- Kourtney R.

Kortney W.

5.0

Kortney was immediately attentive upon arriving at our home. The kids enjoyed playing and she even got them to sleep! She did light cleaning, which is heavily appreciated, and was helpful with the pets as well. Will absolutely have her back for help with my babies

- Alishia F.

Kaylee R.

5.0

Kaylee was great with our kids, we would definitely hire her again. She also did great with our 2 dogs while she was babysitting.

- Tausha R.

Lisa H.

5.0

Lisa has been working with me for 10+ months. She and her daughters have been amazing and reliable. Lisa picks them up from school and helps with the shuttling around to various activities. My daughter in particular gets very excited when we gets time with her. We are so lucky to have found her!

- Laura I.

Lynn S.

5.0

I hired Lynn to watch my kids on Sunday mornings and she was great. She always showed up on time and was very friendly and professional. My kids looked forward to her coming and had a lot of fun with her.

- Care member

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