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I am Paige, I am 19 years old, I've been working in the child care industry since I was 14 years old. I have a super open availability! I am looking to nanny for one family full time! Look below at my availability if you'd like to chat about my experience let me know!
Mercedez A.
Mattoon, IL
$15-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Mercedez and I am looking to find a family to babysit during the week/afterschool.
Mercedez can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Samantha H.
Mattoon, IL
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Samantha. I am 24. For as long as I can remember I have loved children, thankfully they love me too (for the most part). I went to boces during high school for early childhood education. Last year I was a babysitter/nanny for a family with four children aged 2-11. I have also babysat for families at my church, my...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
I am a college student and I also play for my school team. I have 2 younger siblings (ages 3 and 7) so I grew up always watching kids. I love the energy kids come with and although I've never watched someone else's pets, I'm up for the challenge! I'm very creative and playful so keeping children entertained wouldn't be a...
Kaleigh W.
Sullivan, IL
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a warm and nurturing caregiver with many years of experience providing reliable childcare for families. My passion for working with children stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on their lives.
My approach to childcare is centered around patience,...
Olivia W.
Sullivan, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Creative, Professional Party Princess Who Loves Children
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My passion for babysitting began in elementary school where I would dream up a "babysitters club" in my free time. My dream came true at age 12 when I began babysitting in the church nursery and then in friends' homes. I went on to be a dance instructor for all ages. I worked with a myriad of church programs and a pre-school,...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, I'm Ryan.
I am a full-time psychology student at Eastern Illinois University. I have 4+ years of experience in childcare, including helping with meal times, distance learning, indoor and outdoor activities, pick-up/drop-off, and light cleaning.
I also helped with date nights. Including meal time, play, bath, and wind...
Ryan can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were lucky enough to hire Ryan at the beginning of COVID to help with our 2 boys. She went above and beyond, putting together lesson plans while schools were closed and coming 5 days a week without fail. She was our primary babysitter/nanny for years until she...
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Ashlee H.
Charleston, IL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Ashlee and I have been babysitting for 5 years! I am a Junior at EIU and majoring in Human services with a minor in Early Childhood Education Administration. I just finished my mandated reporter training, along with SIDS, and SBS certifications on Gateways. I am still adding many more Gateways trainings while I am...
Ashlee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Jami M.
Charleston, IL
$15-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jami, I am 20, studying Middle Level Education and Spanish at EIU! I am trying to break into the nannying game as a more permanent job while I put myself through school. I have about two years of experience working with children in capacities of education and sports. I co-taught preschool through MSHS, and I...
Jami can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Mattoon, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Mattoon, IL?
You can review 4 after school babysitter profiles near you in Mattoon, IL to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Mattoon, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Mattoon, IL is $15.25. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Mattoon, IL?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Mattoon, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Mattoon, IL to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Mattoon, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Mattoon, IL?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Mattoon, IL.