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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Pediatric office nurse and previously worked at the Children's Hospital of Illinois for 6 years. I now work full time during the week at the office. Hoping to find some babysitting opportunities on nights and weekends. I am a Christian. I love the outdoors and sports. I hope to hear from you soon!
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Leydy R.
Bloomington, IL
$19-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for working with children, and I'm excited to bring my 6+ years of experience as a nanny to your family. I have completed both CPR and First Aid training, and I've taken some college courses in child development. What I love most about being a caregiver is seeing the positive impact I have on children's...
Leydy can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Natalie J.
Bloomington, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Natalie and I am a very caring, positive, and reliable person. I've been babysitting since I was 13 and loved every child I was with. I've worked as a lifeguard for 5 years so safety is very important to me. I have also worked as a counselor in Canada for an overnight camp with children ages 6 to 15. I would like...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Deaira (: I'm a compassionate caregiver with over 3 years of experience providing wonderful care to babies, toddlers and kids. I'm skilled in assisting with daily living activities, including bottle feedings, meal preparation and diaper changing. I am kind, attentive, hardworking and a good communicator. I worked...
William B.
Bloomington, IL
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I find great joy in supporting families by providing reliable childcare services to their precious little ones. With over three years of experience in babysitting, I have a knack for building strong bonds with children and creating a safe, nurturing environment for them to flourish.
My friendly and approachable nature allows me...
Hi! My name is Katie, and I am a sophomore at Judson University in Elgin, IL, but am home for the summer. I major in Worship Arts and minor in Youth Ministry. I have always been passionate about kids and love to pour into their lives! All of my four years in high school, I worked at LeRoy Elementary School with the Panther Care...
Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi there, I'm Tori!
I've been a summer nanny for 4 years and I've also been teaching dance classes to children for 6 years. I have actively served in my church nursery for 3 years. I have experience caring for children between the ages of 6 months and 14 years old. Additionally, I have cared for children with developmental...
Tori can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am looking to do newborn care daytime hours. I have 6 kids who are all In school Except my 3-year-old.
Chrystel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Breanna F.
Bloomington, IL
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 23-year-old college student looking for a babysitting job. I am majoring in early childhood education. I have many years of experience dealing with children. From teaching 19, 3-5 years old in a preschool setting, to simply babysitting in a home setting. I have worked in a infant/ toddler room in a daycare for a couple of...
Breanna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"There is no one more responsible and dedicated than Breanna!! She work hard at everything she does and is great with kids :)"
Liz B.
4.6
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Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have five years of paid experience and I also have 3 younger siblings that I have babysat plenty of times while growing up. I adore children and I have a 1-year-old daughter as well. I view children as pure innocent souls and I would be honored to give them guidance and love at any stage of their lives.
Marilyn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marilyn is a very hard/committed worker. She is very reliable and does very well with communicating.
I hired Marilyn to babysit my 6 month old daughter, and I felt VERY comfortable. My daughter loves her as well!"
Lesette V.
Jahkayla R.
Bloomington, IL
$23/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi.! My Name Is Jahkayla! I'm 20 Years Old And I've Been Working With Children For About 4 Years.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as Caring, honest, energetic.
I like working with kids because I feel like I can be myself. I love giving the children a chance to be themselves and encourage them. I enjoy working with children.
I'm looking for a job where I feel like I belong. A place where I enjoy being. I would like to find a...
Jahkayla can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jahkayla was my son's full-time nanny from the time he was four months old (May 2023) until 19 months (September 2024). She was immediately amenable to and supportive of our parenting style and happy to care for our baby the same way we cared for him, including...
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Virginia D.
Bloomington, IL
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.6
(11)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I can remember. My mom had a daycare that I helped with and have been babysitting ever since. I have babysat for multiple children at once and am comfortable doing it as well. I love playing with dolls, reading a story, playing with cars and much more. I can change a diaper, make a bottle and make...
Virginia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Virginia babysat my 15 month old for a couple hours so my husband and I could do a date night and everything went great! "
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Gianna M.
Normal, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gianna and I am currently a college student at Illinois State University studying Elementary Education. I will be home for the summer and absolutely love being around kids. I have taken a internship for a 3rd grade class at an elementary school and fell in love with the experience. I also have a 6-year-old sister...
5.0
"Although my Summer was brief with Gianna's help, my daughter absolutely loved spending her days learning and growing. From the moment they met, there was an instant connection because of Gianna's warm, caring and calm personality. Everyday they read books and...
April G.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Ashlin, and I am a student at Heartland Community College set to finish up my degree by the end of summer. Willing to travel and do light housekeeping. I have two years of experience babysitting two boys ages 7 and 12. I also taught grades kindergarten through 5th grade at Sunday school for 7 years.
Ashlin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Ashlin did a fantastic job dog sitting for us, she was so easy going and very flexible. "
Alexandria M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a CNA and Special Education major at ISU. I have cared for children and adults off all ages and with all levels of needs. My specialization is children and adults with multiple severe disabilities and complex medical conditions. I also do well with individuals who have challenging, complex behaviors. I have...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She did a great job playing with my daughter and remaining calm when my daughter was having separation anxiety"
Heather M.
I am a senior nursing student at Illinois Wesleyan University. I have taken numerous child education courses and have experience in special ed. I grew up in a family of 6 children (3 with special needs) and I am the second eldest. I have been a nanny and babysitter for many years and find myself the absolute happiest when in the...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amanda K.
Bloomington, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Throughout my life I've always taken on the role of "teacher, mom" to those younger than me. I think being the oldest and only daughter definitely gave me many opportunities to learn and experience what it meant to babysit or help take care of those younger than you. I have always had a passion for children and education and was...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Ellie N.
Normal, IL
$18-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a sophomore at Illinois State University majoring in Elementary Education. I've been passionate about working with children since I was 10 years old, when my sister was born, and I've been caring for younger siblings, cousins, and other children ever since. I first started babysitting when I was 13 and have since then...
Leah G.
Normal, IL
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a friendly and approachable childcare provider with a passion for nurturing the growth and development of children. My journey in childcare began with a desire to make a positive impact on young lives, and I'm grateful to have over a year of experience caring for children of various ages.
I'm comfortable caring for up to...
Kelsey P.
Bloomington, IL
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Taking care of and helping kids and families has always been a passion of mine. My passion for working with kids and families started in high school and has continued to grow every year since then. I'm now a senior at Illinois State studying Human Development and Family Sciences in hopes of becoming a Child Life Specialist. I...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Downs, IL
Breanna F.
5.0
There is no one more responsible and dedicated than Breanna!! She work hard at everything she does and is great with kids :)
- Liz B.
Marilyn A.
5.0
My boys love going to Marilyn’s. She is kind and patient with both of them. They often talk about how excited they are to go back. Marilyn was available to watch the boys for last minute, unexpected school closure as well!
- Care member
Jahkayla R.
5.0
Jahkayla was my son's full-time nanny from the time he was four months old (May 2023) until 19 months (September 2024). She was immediately amenable to and supportive of our parenting style and happy to care for our baby the same way we cared for him, including baby-wearing, utilizing cloth diapers,...
- Care member
Virginia D.
5.0
Virginia was on time, communicative, followed our directions for how to care for our baby girl, and our daughter loved her. We’ll definitely be working with her again!
- Care member
Gianna M.
5.0
Although my Summer was brief with Gianna's help, my daughter absolutely loved spending her days learning and growing. From the moment they met, there was an instant connection because of Gianna's warm, caring and calm personality. Everyday they read books and played for hours. She even taught my...
- April G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Downs, IL:
How can I find a Downs babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Downs, 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 1 babysitters in Downs, 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 Downs, IL?
The average rate for Downs, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 per hour as of April 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 Downs, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Downs, 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.