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60 babysitters are listed in DeKalb, IL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in DeKalb, IL
Caitlyn P.
Cortland, IL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am currently a full time RN at Rush Copley Medical Center. My fiancé and I are planning a wedding and I am looking for something I can do to earn a bit of money while also doing something I love. Outside of nursing I love being around kids and caring for them. I wanted to go something outside of my "real life job" and felt...
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kelsey! I am 37 years of age, happily married with our 8-month-old son.
*CPR and first aid certified
worked full-time for two families from Care. com for many years! Still communicate to this day! forever family
If you want to learn more about me and sounds like a good fit, send me a message! Looking...
Kelsey can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Rosa I currently live in Cortland. I have two children of my own ages 10 and 14. I have worked in a center setting, with children ranging from newborns until 12-year-olds. have been babysitting since I was 15. At the moment I work for school district u46 as a special Ed para. I have my associates degree in...
Rosa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
Ella J.
Sycamore, IL
$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Ella. I am the second oldest in a family of 10. I have 7 siblings from ages 19 all the way down to 3. I have been babysitting my siblings ever since I was 10, and other families children since the age of 14. I have been a nanny for a few summers. I have also been around newborns and very young children. I am...
I believe experience weighs in the same as education! I am a certified teacher with 4 kids. I work hard and efficiently, I believe in love and redirection with young children. I am a very clean person of high integrity.
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi, my name is Brianne. I am currently 19 years old. I work during the day, so I would be able to do weekends. I work every other Saturday 8-noon, so I would be able to babysit after that!
Brianne can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
Marlee S.
Sycamore, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a friendly and creative caregiver with three years of experience providing reliable childcare. My background in various babysitting roles has solidified my passion for supporting families and being a positive influence in children's lives.
I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to...
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...
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:
First Aid
CPR
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, light cleaning, craft assistance
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Amazing!! Thank you for all you do"
Care member
Aubrey D.
Rochelle, IL
$15-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Aubrey and I'm 22 years old. I'm a stay at home boy mom and I adore every second of it. I am looking for part time work for extra income for our family. I have 5+ years of experience in child care ranging in ages 1 month / 10+ years. Please reach out with any questions or concerns you may have!
Aubrey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Very reliable! She has been perfect for our situation."
Kaleigh L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a teacher with more than 10 years of experience teaching and taking care of children from 0-12 years of age. My experience involves founding and running a kids learning center at a church in Venezuela. I have extensive experience orienting children in middle school, and I am fluent and fully literate in Spanish. I am also...
Irma can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have worked with Irma for two years now and I can’t imagine my life without her. We hired Irma to watch our son, Misha, who was about 9 months old at the time in Nov 2021. She has been with us ever since, and it was one of the best decisions we ever made. Irma is...
Care member
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hannah was great with our 3 and 1 year old girls."
Jeness B.
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Pamela is a wonderful person and is an extraordinary presence around the kids. The kids adore her and she is always keeping them engaged in new activities. You couldn't find a better person to teach and attend to your children's needs."
David C.
Macy H.
Elburn, IL
$11-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Macy, and I have been babysitting, pet sitting, and coaching gymnastics for about 4 years now! I have experience with younger and older kids, boys and girls, and love working with every one of them. As a coach, I work with dozens of kids from 5 to 13 years old every day. I always prioritize bonding with them,...
Macy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Claire and I am 20 years old. I am currently working on my Associate's degree online and plan to transfer to Loyola University in the spring. I'm studying developmental psychology and plan to be a child counselor. I've been in child care since I was 15, helping out my family with their kids. I spent the majority...
I am a very outgoing and adventurous individual who loves spending time with and caring for children. For the past 8 summers I have worked as a babysitter/nanny during the day as well as some nights. These jobs included driving the kids to anywhere they needed to be, entertaining and caring for the kids, and also cooking and...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in DeKalb, 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.
Bailey H.
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 everyday after the kids, extra house...
- Pamela M.
Aubrey D.
5.0
Very reliable! She has been perfect for our situation.
- Kaleigh L.
Irma M.
5.0
I have worked with Irma for two years now and I can’t imagine my life without her. We hired Irma to watch our son, Misha, who was about 9 months old at the time in Nov 2021. She has been with us ever since, and it was one of the best decisions we ever made. Irma is truly amazing. She is such a...
- Care member
Hannah R.
5.0
Hannah was great with our 3 and 1 year old girls.
- Jeness B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in DeKalb, IL:
How can I find a DeKalb babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in DeKalb, 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 28 babysitters in DeKalb, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 DeKalb, IL?
The average rate for DeKalb, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.64 per hour as of December 2024. 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 DeKalb, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in DeKalb, IL through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.
Ratings for DeKalb, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in DeKalb, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.