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My name is Hailey and I am currently a nurse at St. John's in Springfield in Pediatrics/PICU. I am looking to babysit on days that I am not working for families that are needing part time childcare. I do have a 15-month-old son who would potentially be coming along with me depending on our family schedule, and he loves playing...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lauren, 30 years old. Will be attending nursing schooling in the fall. I come from a large family with 5 younger siblings and miss the experience of caring, nurturing and playing with them. I can continue my education as well on a more flexible yet consistent schedule than a regular job could offer.
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Nexci D.
Springfield, IL
$33/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Nexci and I'm an early childhood education major at SIUE. I'm very outgoing and love kids! I've always enjoyed babysitting and being around kids. I've work at different summer camps the past years and have baby sat A LOT! I would love to babysit your kiddos :)
Emily L.
Springfield, IL
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello my name is Emily, I'm 18 years young I've been babysitting for about 2 years now ! I'm looking to babysit weekdays in the morning to mid afternoon (:
Ashley B.
Springfield, IL
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Ashley. My last nannying job of a little over two years ended back in January of 2024 and I am looking for part time work.
As I am currently pregnant and due early April 2025 I am looking for single child homes, preferably helping with a baby, and I will only be able to work until about January 2025, but...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Andee B.
Springfield, IL
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing the growth and development of children. Throughout my two years of providing childcare, I've been fortunate to have positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. My creative and imaginative nature, coupled with my friendly demeanor, allows me to...
Hope P.
Springfield, IL
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking for opportunities to help others out as well as play with little ones as I don't have any grand babies yet.
Hope can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, fun and understanding.
I like working with kids because it keeps my inner child alive! Life gets so serious as an adult and I love being care free like some kids. I've always loved taking care of kids, when I was younger I had to get an operation and most of my time in the hospital was...
Margaret S.
Springfield, IL
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of experience as a camp counselor which has given me experience with roughly every age group. During the school year I tutor K-6 on math and reading. I am CPR/ First Aid certified. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Carpooling. I am back for home from college for most of the summer.
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I used to attended a school in California that specializes in performing arts and teaching. I traveled the world teaching kids and young adults the importance of music. During this, we also teach self confidence, team work skills, how to treat other people, how to be confident, and many other self and life skills. We are never...
Alexandria can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hey everyone - my name is Katherine and I'm a young professional looking for part time/ extra work. I grew up in Springfield and was raised by a big loving irish catholic family.
Please reach out
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Emily L.
Springfield, IL
$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun
I like working with kids because they're great
I love my job so much
Victoria B.
Springfield, IL
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am looking for a job to take care of kids, or animals. I ve alwyas been good with kids and passionate about animals. My sister works at a daycare and I admire that. I am the youngest, but growing up I had many cousins, nieces, and nephews. I am also looking to make extra money for school. I want to be a veterinarian.
I'd describe my personality as funny , patient, entertaining
I like working with kids because they bring me joy and I love being around them and for future reference I would want kids and for that having different ages show you alot more and you would be able to work more with kids.
I'm looking for a job that medical...
Brenda B.
Springfield, IL
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a friendly and calm individual who has been caring for children for over three years. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences babysitting in the past, which inspired me to pursue a career supporting families and providing reliable childcare options.
I understand that every child is unique, and I tailor...
Maricel E.
Springfield, IL
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm a Filipina married to American man. I have lots of experience taking care of kids and housekeeping. Pls let me know if you're interested. Thank you
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since 2011. I have a music education degree, 5 years of teaching experience, and a CPR certification to help ensure that your children are not only safe, but also learning and loving!
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
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"We had a great experience hiring Sarah. She was easy to communicate with and responded to messages quickly. Our 4 kiddos loved her and ask for her to come back. We are looking forward to hiring her again!"
Angel W.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in a house hold as the oldest of 10, I have baby sat for my many cousins and siblings since around the age of 12. I teach private vocal lessons in the evenings on Wednesdays and Fridays, for around 3 year. I have worked at a summer camp as a counselor. I also do pet care, I have a cat as well as a dog and love animals...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Showed up on time was a great help to my 4 kids!
She handled all care while we were out of town for our children ages 3-13. Kids love her!"
Pamela S.
5.0
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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
You will find me to be well-spoken, energetic, and confident; the type of person your staff, customers, and children can rely on and feel secure with. I have a Bachelor's degree with 18 credit hours of Early Childhood Education. While working as a Teacher/Educator I obtained the skills and knowledge of emerging curriculum to...
Quentora can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Worked well with our rambunctious 4 kids (all 5 and under)! Great babysitter!"
Daniel B.
Makenna R.
Rochester, IL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part-Time Job. Available When I Am Not In Class.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Makenna! :)
I'm an experienced nanny/babysitter/teacher/tutor with 13+ years of childcare experience ages 1-14. I have 6+ years of teaching experience (all subjects) in grades K-6, specializing in teaching children how to read. My experience and background in education helps me keep kids engaged with fun, safe,...
Makenna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Makenna took care of my 10 year old daughter at the hotel during a recent work trip that I had in Chicago. She is such a sweet and caring person! Great communication, trusting, dependable. She is so nice! Highly recommended. My daughter loved the time they spent...
Janice R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Chatham, IL
Sarah K.
5.0
We had a great experience hiring Sarah. She was easy to communicate with and responded to messages quickly. Our 4 kiddos loved her and ask for her to come back. We are looking forward to hiring her again!
- Angel W.
Emma B.
5.0
Showed up on time was a great help to my 4 kids!
She handled all care while we were out of town for our children ages 3-13. Kids love her!
- Pamela S.
Quentora D.
5.0
Worked well with our rambunctious 4 kids (all 5 and under)! Great babysitter!
- Daniel B.
Makenna R.
5.0
Makenna took care of my 10 year old daughter at the hotel during a recent work trip that I had in Chicago. She is such a sweet and caring person! Great communication, trusting, dependable. She is so nice! Highly recommended. My daughter loved the time they spent together. Thank you for everything,...
- Janice R.
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How can I find a Chatham babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Chatham, IL can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 5 babysitters in Chatham, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Chatham, IL?
The average rate for Chatham, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of March 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 Chatham, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Chatham, 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.