"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent
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Find a last-minute babysitter in Merrillville, IN
Need a sitter on short notice? Merrillville families find trusted, background checked babysitters on UrbanSitter.
Looking for jobs? Apply here.
12 available last-minute babysitters in Merrillville, IN
Families in Merrillville use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
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Alex Dyer
$20 per hour for 1 child
$20 per hour for 1 child
I have 1 year of experience as a teachers aid for pre-k through 5th grade and frequently watch and take out my 5 year old nephew for fun activities. I grew up with dogs and get along with them well. I’m patient, kind, and easy going. I’d gladly uphold any parenting guidelines or dietary guidance/restrictions that are preferred. I’m also happy to cook simple/healthy meals. Happy to help with homework when necessary.
Brooke Crown Point
$17 per hour for 1 child
$17 per hour for 1 child
Hello! My name is Brooke and I am working towards my masters in Art Therapy. I exclusively babysat two girls at the age of 4 and 6 until they were 12/9 and after that I set off for Georgia to get my bachelors at SCAD. I'm now back in the nwi area and am so excited to be able to see my 2 year old nephew whenever I want. love nature and would take your children outside to play or use my creativity and get into some arts and crafts! Thankyou for considering me and feel free to ask any questions!
Olivia
Hazel Crest
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 reviewHazel Crest
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Merrillville, IN
I always like kids, I like them to be free to play and learn in a safe environment. I like to help them to grow at their pace but exploring their own potential. I was some years in college in the biology carrer. I'm a mother of two and I'm ready to help.
“Olivia was great with my kids. She's very professional, she was punctual and even tidied up while she was at my home. The thing that stood out the most was how quickly my 2 year old son warmed up to her. It usually takes him a few times to get to comfortable with people, but she was so sweet and kind that he loved her right away! I will continue to hire her for our future babysitting needs.”
LaDawn Homewood
$20 per hour for 1 child
$20 per hour for 1 child
As a proud mother of two grown, independent adult children, my nest may be empty, but my heart is still completely full of love for little ones. Having successfully navigated the beautiful, chaotic journey of raising my own kids into adulthood, I find myself deeply missing the pure joy, curiosity, and laughter that only children bring. I am eager to channel that enduring warmth, patience, and experience into providing a safe, fun, and loving environment for your children.
Karen Chicago
$20 per hour for 1 child
$20 per hour for 1 child
Hi, I'm Ms. Karen, a former Early Childhood Educator. I have over 17 years of experience teaching children ages 6 wks to 12 yrs old. Let me make your life a little easier by caring for your child while you run errands or go out for a night on the town. I am professional, nurturing, punctual and organized. I look forward to meeting you. By the way, I am allergic to cats and dogs!
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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent
"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
Jesse D., parent
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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Merrillville?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Merrillville?
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Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Merrillville?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Merrillville can respond. In most cities, the average response time for urgent requests is under two minutes.
Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
Some parents offer a slightly higher rate for last-minute or same-day requests, but it is not required. On UrbanSitter, rates are set by individual babysitters. You can see each babysitter's hourly rate on their profile before you book.
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