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Elaie $18 per hour for 1 child
Hello, My name is Elaie. I am 20 years old. I’m currently a student at the University of Indianapolis and I am a Biology, Pre-Med major. I am a certified nursing assistant and received my license in 2023. I have 3 years of experience working as a nursing assistant. I am also a registered behavior technician. I received my license in February of 2024. I am currently working as a RBT in the afternoons while going to school in the morning. I have experience working with children with autism from ages 1-8 years old. I am also a mom to a 3 year old. I love working with children and have hopes of going to med school to work in pediatrics. I am interested in babysitting opportunities that would work around my work and class schedule. Preferably late afternoons and evenings. I would be a great fit for your babysitting needs because I am high energy, patient, I have a passion for working with children, I love to do fun activities, and I have experience with easy going children and high behavior kids.
Charlotte $16 per hour for 1 child
My employment background is Executive Assistant and now that I'm retired, my desire is to return to my first love "children". I began babysitting my nieces and nephews at age 12 up to my current grand children. I worked at a daycare center, and volunteered at Girls, Inc and both were rewarding experiences! My childcare tasks includes, meal prep & feeding, baths, parks, YouTube educational videos! board games, story times, drives to/from school or Dr. Appts, soothing fears, applying a bandaid (if needed), animated movies, walks, & hugs!
Linda $16 per hour for 1 child
I love children. I have 2girls and 2 boys, all are adults. I do work for my son who is disable. I also do childcare for a daycare part-time. I am and fun loving person. I also have 16 grands and 4 great-grandson.
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Babysitters supervise children and keep them safe while you're away. Depending on your needs, they may also help with meals, bedtime, homework, light cleanup, school pickup, or activities.
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Can I find babysitters for after school care in Indianapolis?
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Can I find babysitters for evenings, weekends, or extended hours in Indianapolis?
Yes. Families in Indianapolis use UrbanSitter for date nights, weekend plans, extended hours, and other scheduling needs. You can review each sitter's availability and experience to find someone who fits your hours.
