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I'm a positive and energetic 22-year-old. I have 5 years of experience babysitting. I've started when I was 15 years old but I love to transition to Nanny positions. My love for kids and passion to help parents, makes me a great candidate for any job. I believe it takes a village to raise a child and I want to help families...
Lanashia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
My name is Maddie, I am currently in art school for photography. I am outgoing, energetic, and creative. I have been taking care of children for many years starting at my church, since then I've attended to two separate families in the recent years. I love being able to create a safe and fun environment. One of my highest skills...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Lesly H.
Joliet, IL
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as sweet, caring, patient, respectful
I like caring and being around kids because the earliest years are the most important years of their lives! I believe in being a good role model and setting a good foundation for their future. I love teaching children socially, emotionally, and...
Kaitlynn C.
Joliet, IL
$16-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Kaitlynn. I'm a 23-year-old with a degree in elementary education from Lewis University. Currently, I'm a 3rd-grade teacher, and my summer break starts on June 3rd. With over 6 years of childcare experience, including babysitting, summer camps, teaching, and volunteering at my church, I bring a wealth of...
Kaitlynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Donna T.
Kankakee, IL
$12-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a childcare provider, my patient and friendly approach helps create a nurturing environment for children. With three years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for one child between the ages of 0 and 3. My goal is to positively impact their lives while providing reliable support for families.
I believe in clear and open...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning
Alexandra P.
Channahon, IL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting experiences have been so positive that I've decided to pursue childcare as a career. As a relaxed, patient, and light-hearted person, I put a lot of effort into everything I do to keep things entertaining. I'm always up for art projects,...
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! My name is Jackie, I am currently an Assistant Director at a local daycare center. I have been in the early education field for 10 years now and have a degree in Early Childhood Education from National Louis University, specializing in infant/toddler care. I am very passionate about children and providing the best...
Jackie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Amber J.
Morris, IL
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for a family with kids ages 3mo-13 yrs old. I was a full-time nanny for a family with two children ages 1 years old and 3 years old. For this family it was thoroughly important that the children be engaged all day with fun and brain enhancing activities. Arts and crafts, puzzles, and trips to the library were just...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Sarah W.
Joliet, IL
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Sarah. I have always had a passion for working with young ones; watching them grow and learn has always been something I love being a part of! I'm currently an elementary school teacher. I graduated in 2022 with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education along with an ESL endorsement. I'm a second year...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kailee K.
Morris, IL
$18-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I have 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. For several years, I have helped my siblings raise all 16 of my nephew and nieces. I am reliable, flexible, and I'm willing to do additional tasks as well, as needed!
Kailee can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Tiffany H.
Channahon, IL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Most of my experience with children has been in taking care of my cousins during school breaks and during the summertime. I have cared for them from a very young age. As of late I have been working more so as a home health aide as I am a CNA and just recently got accepted into nursing school. I am currently CPR certified. I am...
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Daisha B.
Joliet, IL
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello my name is Daisha. I grew up with taking care of my 5 siblings. In my near future I'd like to become a nicu nurse. I've always had a passion to work with kids. I've worked with newborns to 13+. I am a mother myself to a 6month old baby girl! I'm very flexible when it comes down to a schedule or a one time watch. If you...
Sarah T.
Manhattan, IL
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Absolutely Love Being Interacting With Kids! I Have Babysat My Whole Life I Love It!
I have years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Laundry and other chores. I have been around kids all of growing up, including volunteering at my local church to serve in the kid's classrooms. I love the energy kid's have and I love having a fun time and making good memories with them! :) I am willing to drive,...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nicole V.
Manteno, IL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Niki. I have over 10 years of experience babysitting, watching children in a daycare and preschool setting, and being a caregiver for persons with disabilities. I had several reviews here on care. com but my old account was lost when I chose not to renew because I was already employed again. References are...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Raquel L.
Joliet, IL
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a passionate and dedicated caregiver with a deep love for children and a strong commitment to their growth and development. As a mother of three wonderful kids-ages 16, 9, and 7-I understand the importance of providing a nurturing and supportive environment. With over four years of professional childcare experience,...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Emilex, I am 43 years old, I have a passion for children, I love them, I have 14 years of experience in Venezuela as a preschool assistant and currently here I had the joy of working at Daycare Rayito De Sol Spanish Immersion, Early Learning for 2 years, and at Knowing this application, I want to dedicate myself to...
I love working with children and watching them grow. I have been a nanny and worked in child care for over 20 years. I have my bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. I am looking to watch children in my home where they will be able to learn and grow while doing daily activities to promote age appropriate growth.
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Michlle K.
Minooka, IL
$15-24/hr • 12 yrs exp
I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Carpooling. cleaning laundry play with kids go to the park cook be a certified nurses aid and a teachers aid I'm very good with kids and I'm very reliable I watched my brother two girls from the time they were3 until the bother got in 6 grade I gave them breakfast put them on the...
Michlle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
I have always had a love and passion for children as I have worked with them and babysat since I was in high school. And a mom myself.
Past job experiences include : nannying a family of 3 for approximately 1 year. Worked as a Lead Toddler Teacher in a private daycare/preschool center with weekly themed lesson plans which...
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Alexis! I am a 22-year-old student majoring in child advocacy social work. I have student taught since I was 17 from grades infant to 5th grade. I have arranged recess games, class activities, parent meetings, and classroom parties for all my students/kids! I have also nannied and babysat for 6 years. I regularly babysit...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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How much do babysitters charge in Braidwood, IL?
The average rate for Braidwood, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 per hour as of February 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Braidwood, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Braidwood, IL through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.