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48 overnight babysitters are listed in Merrillville, IN
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby overnight babysitters is 4 years
Overnight babysitters in Merrillville, IN
4.5
(8)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Non smoker
I am a career nanny w/ 4+ years of experience babysitting & nannying all ages, I can provide exceptional references along with my résumé. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have a drivers license and clear record and am able to provide transportation in my own vehicle.
Summary
I love babies & kids they are...
Dana can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I recently had the pleasure of having [babysitter's name] watch over my children—ages 2, 8, and 11—along with our very energetic 1-year-old dog. I am incredibly pleased with how everything went.From the moment my 2-year-old started calling her "Auntie," I knew we...
Joshua Y.
Kaylee K.
Hammond, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Kaylee. I am a 31-year-old female who enjoys the outdoors and the wonderful world of arts and crafts. I have 15+ years of experience in watching children from ages 1 -- 14 years old. I'm good with bedtime/story time, brushing our teeth before sleep, hanging out playing video games, diaper change and cuddle time....
Kaylee can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Kaylee is a responsible young woman. I have know her since she was born. I have enjoyed watching her interact with my granddaughters and witness the many layers of care, safety and teaching that Kaylee naturally connects with kiddos. She is smart and has good...
Care member
Samantha S.
Munster, IN
$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Samantha. I am looking to help out with date nights. I have worked for multiple families long term and have experience with different age groups. My youngest I've worked with was twin newborns and the oldest was 12 years old. References are available upon request. I am very active and like to play games and make...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha is amazing with our three kids, dog, and two cats. She is always punctual and very reliable. She does lots of enrichment activities with the kids, like crafts and educational workbooks. She takes the kids to the park and library. The kids adore her. Can't...
Amy K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Livya and I am currently a college student that is going into elementary education! I am very passionate about working with children and I love babysitting! I have about five years of previous experience babysitting for multiple families. And I even have quite a bit of experience pet sitting as well. I am...
Livya can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kept our girls busy drawing and coloring, was comfortable around pets as well!"
Carrie L.
**READ THE BOTTOM PLEASE**
Hey guys my name is Eliana but people call me Lily! I am 23 years old! I've been a full time nanny and a part-time nanny for 11 years working with children ages of 5 months old to school age and I have 2 years experience nannying a children who are autistic! I'm going to school for my education degree...
Eliana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Lauren B.
Crown Point, IN
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Young But Very Fun Sitter. Love To Be Outside And Do Activities. Enjoys Cooking And Cleaning.
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I enjoy being outside and doing activities with kids, and providing learning experiences in any way I can. I can also cook if need be and even get the kids safely involved in the kitchen if they so choose. I believe that kids learn best through play and...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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...
Isabella P.
Crown Point, IN
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Bella! I am 22 years old!
I have been babysitting for 11 years and a nanny for the past four years. I have my CNA and I am CPR certified. I love kids! I am young so I get along with them very well! I love video games, board games, anime, and art! I am also great with pets! From the fluffy ones to scaly! I am...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Lexy, I have roughly 10 years of experience babysitting, and some experience as a part-time nanny, including overnight experience. I have worked in the mental health field and closely with DCS, as well as with foster children and their parents, and I have a degree in psychology, and several credits towards a...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Shannon S.
Schererville, IN
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Shannon! I'm 23 years old and absolutely love working with kids of all ages, from infants to older children. I've spent several years caring for children, and nothing makes me happier than seeing them grow, learn, and have fun. I enjoy creating a safe and loving environment where kids feel comfortable and supported....
Hi! My name is Hannah, I am currently a senior at Purdue university majoring in human services, I also have my associates degree in social work. I'm a nurturing and experienced nanny with a love for caring for children. With 6 years of experience, I have had the joy of working with kids ranging from 10 weeks to 11 years old. I...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Mariah I am nurse midwife and women's health nurse practitioner. I currently live in Markham, IL. I would love to use my experience as a midwife, registered nurse to be of assistance for occasional date nights or getaways. I can offer more availability during the week for the right family and fit. I am...
Mariah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mariah was punctual and prepared for our in person meet-up! She was kind and more than qualified to care for children of all ages. Unfortunately, we ended up not needing a sitter for the dates specified, so we did not have the chance to hire her. However, I will...
Jenna K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
While I'm building my tutoring / homeschooling assistance business, I also provide babysitting and petcare services.
I was a junior high science teacher for 16 years plus I taught STEM club for several years so one of the benefits I bring to babysitting is I can do occasional science activities with your child if you would...
Eileen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Eileen was awesome, and I loved all of the pictures she sent of my little guy!"
Care member
Jamie Lynn C.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Joyful Caregiver With 4 Years Experience | Available For Date Nights & Daytime Fun!
4.5
(1)
Hey there! I'm Jamie, your friendly neighborhood caregiver ready to bring some sunshine into your kiddos' world! With four years of hands-on experience in daycare and as a reliable babysitter, I've honed the art of turning ordinary moments into extraordinary moments. Armed with six credits in early childhood education, I'm all...
Jamie Lynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Jamie Lynn has been incredible with my two daughters! She is genuine, respectful and knowledgeable!!! I strongly recommend her!
Thank you for all what you have done!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Energetic babysitter/nanny with several years of experience! I'm currently a college student (3. 8 GPA, Bachelor of Science in Nursing). I have worked as a babysitter/nanny for multiple families as I liked to keep busy aside from college. I am a certified medical assistant since (2020) and is CPR and First Aid certified.
Would...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, meal prep
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!"
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Casandra, I have over 6+ yrs of experience in the Care taking of children. I am experienced with an array of ages from infancy to teens. I am very energetic, fun, responsible and outgoing. I am very creative and love to play games. I have a resume with my detailed skills and references available upon request. I can...
Casandra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cassandra is very punctual, very dependable, very good with children of all ages, she is very patient and passionate about the children."
Nichol D.
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
I currently have a 3month old son who I care for full time, and in my youth starting at age 12 I was babysitting all my cousins who ranged from infant to 7+ at the time. I continued to babysit them through high school and into college. I have babysat children overnight, done drop offs and pickups, signed kids into school if...
Aislinn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Briana M.
Portage, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Briana and I am a professional nanny! I have been working with kids of all ages in many different capacities all throughout the last 13 years. Babies and children have so much to learn and explore and it is a joy and a privilege to be able to aid and be a part of that process! I am a firm believer of...
Briana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent overnight babysitter reviews from local parents in Merrillville, IN
Dana W.
5.0
I recently had the pleasure of having [babysitter's name] watch over my children—ages 2, 8, and 11—along with our very energetic 1-year-old dog. I am incredibly pleased with how everything went.From the moment my 2-year-old started calling her "Auntie," I knew we were in good hands. The bond she...
- Joshua Y.
Kaylee K.
5.0
Kaylee is a responsible young woman. I have know her since she was born. I have enjoyed watching her interact with my granddaughters and witness the many layers of care, safety and teaching that Kaylee naturally connects with kiddos. She is smart and has good common sense to handle issues that...
- Care member
Samantha S.
5.0
Samantha is amazing with our three kids, dog, and two cats. She is always punctual and very reliable. She does lots of enrichment activities with the kids, like crafts and educational workbooks. She takes the kids to the park and library. The kids adore her. Can't recommend her highly enough!
- Amy K.
Livya D.
5.0
great babysitter would recommend and hire again definitely
- Dustin M.
Mariah W.
5.0
Mariah was punctual and prepared for our in person meet-up! She was kind and more than qualified to care for children of all ages. Unfortunately, we ended up not needing a sitter for the dates specified, so we did not have the chance to hire her. However, I will definitely keep her on my "go-to...
- Jenna K.
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FAQs for finding an overnight babysitter near you in Merrillville, IN
How can I find an overnight babysitter near me in Merrillville, IN that I trust?
Not sure how to find a babysitter near you in Merrillville, IN that you can trust to watch your children overnight? You can use Care.com to search for overnight babysitters who can tackle the babysitter duties you need help with and who have an overnight babysitting rate that aligns with your budget. You can search by years of experience and read through reviews from families to get an idea of how trustworthy an overnight babysitter is, but it’s always a good idea to do your own interview and check their references.
How much do you pay a babysitter to stay overnight near me in Merrillville, IN?
Overnight babysitters in Merrillville, IN start at $20.00, but the exact cost of hiring a babysitter to stay overnight can vary based on each sitter’s years of experience and qualifications.
What babysitter duties do overnight babysitters near me in Merrillville, IN take on?
Overnight babysitters can take on a wide variety of babysitter duties. You can search Care.com profiles to find an overnight sitter who can help with tasks like cooking, laundry, light housekeeping, and homework. Review 1 profiles to see which babysitter duties care providers near Merrillville, IN feel comfortable tackling.
Ratings for Merrillville, IN overnight babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Overnight Babysitters in Merrillville, IN are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 48 listed overnight babysitters.