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Hello! I am 21 years old and I am a sophomore nursing major at UW-Milwaukee! I will be returning home for the summer and am seeking a nanny position from mid-May until late-August! I absolutely love spending time with children. I started babysitting when I was 16 years old. I always make it an important goal of mine to have a...
Amaya can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as fun, optimistic, and inquisitive. I love to ask questions and choose to see the good as often as I can.
I like working with kids because they always have such a unique outlook on life that can teach us a lot of lessons.
I started working with kids in 2022 when I became an assistant at the...
Raina L.
DeKalb, IL
$32/hr • 6 yrs exp
A Disney Lover Looking To Spend Magic While The Grownups Are Away
I'm looking for a job that is flexible, but an education major at NIU I might have time I need to study for a test. I would like a work location that is close to where I live. Lastly I would like consistency, I love being around kids, which is why I wanted to go into education and I want to be a sitter that you are comfortable...
Raina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I am CPR and basic first aid certified. I'm currently a senior in high school. I plan to go to school for early childhood education! I can help with things needed around the house and I love spending time outside!
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jaidah F.
DeKalb, IL
$11-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a NIU student majoring in economics. I am patient, reliable, friendly, and polite. I enjoy working with kids. I have worked with kids at an after school program ages 3-13. I am also an aunt and a pet owner.
Jaidah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda, and I am a proud graduate of Northern Illinois University, holding a Bachelor of Arts degree. With 20 years of experience in childcare, I have had the privilege of caring for children ranging from infants to teenagers, including families with multiple children and pets.
I excel in light housekeeping and enjoy...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
For the last five years, childcare has been more than a job but a passion. You'd be surprised how much you can learn from a kid! I've been watching over children for as long as I can remember. Being the oldest girl child in my family it was responsibility to watch over aunty's and uncle's kids. I've decided to professionalize it...
Anais can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
College student looking to help aid with tuition. I have had past employment at a child day-care center. Due to past employment, I have all the legal licenses and am qualified to care for any child any age. please contact my phone for further question. Thank you!!!
Ethan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have 4 of my own children who are all in school. I like make crafts and reading with the kids. I love music and singing with the children as well. Games and puzzles keep us on our toes.
Valerie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Anas E.
Sycamore, IL
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past 5 years I've been caring for children aged 0-12, and there has been no greater joy than helping them grown and develop into their own person. I have a passion for childcare and supporting families as well as providing reliable childcare options. I am patient, calm, friendly and creative and I believe in building...
Anas can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Ashley. I adore children and would love to take care of yours! I was a nanny for a couple months for a family with a 5-year-old and a 2-year-old. My job was to help with chores around the house and help teach the 5-year-old how to read. I also nannied for a year for a 6-year-old. I had to work on her behavior, cook...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley is great with our girls and always keeps them busy learning and having fun. She tailors her care to fit ours and the kid needs. She is awesome!"
Bill C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sydney, I am 24 years old and a student at the Chamberlain University. I am studying nursing with the goal to be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. I am the oldest out of 3 and helped out a lot with my siblings when they were younger. I have a wide range of experience watching kids from infants to pre-teens as well...
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for my children (ages 4 and 7), and I have often observed her patience and creatively with my boys. She is a role...
Andrea W.
5.0
(2)
You can expect lots of reading, songs, sign language, and outdoor fun in our home! Providing attentive care for little ones is something close to my heart. As a mama of 5 and a certified former elementary education teacher, I have spent the past 16 years nurturing and developing young hearts and minds. It's important to me to...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Katie is one of my kids favorite people!
Her genuine love for kids is so evident-she regularly plans fun, age appropriate activities that captivate and delight my littles.
She is involved and hands-on/present in her care, providing a safe, but oh-so-fun time...
Katy K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love working with people of all ages. I have many years of experience working with infants, young children and the elderly. I'm currently a caregiver to my mother and tend to her needs as needed. I also have over 40 years on and off assisting special needs individuals in the private sector as well as various organizations...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I have known Paula and her family for many years. Paula provided respite care services for our severe and profound developmentally disabled daughter for several years. Our daughter now lives in a Intermediate Care Facility.
Paula was extremely...
Janet P.
Olivia W.
North Aurora, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(12)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Ever since I was a child myself, I have always known that I wanted to work with children! As an elementary school teacher, I love helping children learn how to be creative, come up with crafts, and play outside. I am someone who loves to keep things clean and organized, which means that I am willing (and excited!) to do...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia was an excellent nanny to our kids (ages 10 & 6). She was creative, attentive and very responsible. Both my son and my daughter found her to be funny, firm and compassionate. Any family who hires Olivia will be blessed!"
Kacey R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Linda. I'm a caring, loving Grandma, hoping to share in the care of your little one/s. Long term or short. I have been married to the same wonderful man for 45 years, and together we have raised three great kids. Over 15 years ago, I began taking care of 2 boys, whose single moms, were friends of my daughters, and...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Linda took wonderful care of our baby for 9 months until she turned a year old. She was prompt, organized, and very dependable. Linda was engaging, attentive, and was always ready to play with our daughter. At the beginning she was incredibly patient in teaching...
Chloe P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
First and foremost, making sure your kids are safe and sound.
Former professor with 24+ years experience and 12 nieces and nephews.
My rates are negotiable depending on what you require.
My focus is to take care of the kids, make sure they are fed, safe, entertained and learning, and having fun! I am patient, silly,...
Pamela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She had an education background & it shows! She is amazing with kids!"
Cassandra B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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I have been a private nanny for 20+ years and have two children of my own. Knowing how important my children are to me I have made it a priority to ease the minds of the parents I have worked for by treating their children like my own. I've seen three sets of children grown up and these families remain close friends!
My...
Angelina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Angelina is more than a nanny...she is a life-saver. She loves my daughter like her own. She is warm and kind and my daughter loves her. When I tell her that Angelina is picking her up from school, she is just thrilled about spending time with her. They go on...
Grace M.
3.5
(2)
I'm 24 years old, I love children and work very well with them. I used to be a full time nanny for 2 years and I loved every second of it. I also was a teachers assistant for a 5th grade class. I am CPR certified and I have my own reliable car. I am very responsible, reliable and fun for the kids as well. I can also provide...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hannah was great with our 3 and 1 year old girls."
Jeness B.
Bailey H.
Sandwich, IL
$17-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.5
(8)
I have 6 years of experience in childcare, ranging from newborns, infants, toddlers and elementary.
my previous roles as a camp counselor, nanny, teacher aide, and daycare worker, I have developed a passion in childcare
Currently, I am seeking a full time nanny position while taking a few online courses (these classes do not...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
5.0
"Bailey was my nanny for 2 years my kids love her she grew a relationship with all of us and will forever be apart of our family. She was our first nanny & understood my concerns and worries by amazing communication and always went above and beyond.
Cleans up...
Pamela M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cortland, IL
Ashley K.
5.0
Ashley is great with our girls and always keeps them busy learning and having fun. She tailors her care to fit ours and the kid needs. She is awesome!
- Bill C.
Sydney R.
5.0
I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for my children (ages 4 and 7), and I have often observed her patience and creatively with my boys. She is a role model for younger children and...
- Andrea W.
Katie F.
5.0
Katie is one of my kids favorite people!
Her genuine love for kids is so evident-she regularly plans fun, age appropriate activities that captivate and delight my littles.
She is involved and hands-on/present in her care, providing a safe, but oh-so-fun time with her ideas, games, crafts, or...
- Katy K.
Paula E.
5.0
My husband and I have known Paula and her family for many years. Paula provided respite care services for our severe and profound developmentally disabled daughter for several years. Our daughter now lives in a Intermediate Care Facility.
Paula was extremely dependable and punctual. Paula...
- Janet P.
Olivia W.
5.0
Liv is amazing! She is so kind and incredibly helpful. I highly recommend hiring her.
- Hannah D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cortland, IL:
How can I find a Cortland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Cortland, 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 2 babysitters in Cortland, 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 Cortland, IL?
The average rate for Cortland, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.50 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 Cortland, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cortland, 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.