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60 babysitters are listed in Elburn, IL
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Elburn, IL
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have infant twins, and Ashley was very good with them! One of mine has always had really bad separation anxiety, and Ashley kept me informed as the evening went on as to how she was doing. She is fantastic with them and we can?t wait to have her back into our...
Brianne S.
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...
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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Sadie S.
Elburn, IL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Sadie and I just finished up my junior year at ISU. Over the summer, I will be living in Elburn. I have lots of experience babysitting ages 0-12, and I also have experience with children with autism, as my younger brother has autism. I am also currently getting my degree in elementary education with an...
Sadie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
I baby sat for my little sister while she was growing up. I also watched over my cleaning ladys twins. I am very creative and energetic and kids seem to get along with that. I took child development classes in high school also. I have a passion for art and that can fall into the catagory of doing arts and crafts with kids. I am...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Maria S.
Elburn, IL
$20-30/hr
Over 15 years within the Healthcare Industry. Passionate with caring for others and creating a safe and happy environment and experience.
Maria can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
Safety-minded and caring with personality, organizational skills, and attention to detail to care for children of different ages. Reliable individual with flexible schedule and desire to help children reach full potential.
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former English teacher. I started babysitting when I was 13. I was also a camp counselor, a respite Caregiver for two years, and I also taught middle school for three years. This past year I was a teachers aid for kids from infancy up until 10 years old.
I enjoy the great outdoors and exploring my community.
I'd...
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: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Angelina is an amazing sitter. She's extremely punctual, reliable, dependable and trustworthy. She was my children' full time nanny from when I had 2 children and worked full time to when I became a stay at home mom and had 3 additional children (including twins)....
Lily S.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Linda is the ultimate grandma for hire! She has been with our family for 4 years caring for my son (infancy through preK) and twin girls (preschool through 2nd grade). Now that they will be in school full time, she will be moving on to another lucky family....
Annemarie L.
Kaleigh L.
Aurora, IL
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kaleigh and I am an elementary school teacher. I'm looking for occasional babysitting gigs on the weekends or date nights during the week. I have previous childcare experience with children ranging from 6-months up to 12-year-olds. Throughout these experiences I cared for the children and completed light...
Kaleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kaleigh has babysat for my two boys (2 years and 8 months) twice now and I plan to keep using her in the future! She responds professionally and promptly and is great with kids. Would definitely recommend using Kaleigh for babysitting needs!"
Jennifer M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience babysitting children of different ages. Throughout high school, I frequently babysat for many families with multiple children. One summer I babysat for a family with three girls and included structured dance lessons. I have a sister 5 years younger than me and have always been involved in helping take...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Anna is the sweetest with all 4 of our kids. She is kind and caring and trustworthy. I would recommend her in a heartbeat."
Elizabeth S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have baby sat since I was 10. I have a college daughter and work part time days(9-3). I have plenty of spare time evenings and weekends. I have always watched babies and children. It's just something I can offer to anyone who needs help and I would love providing that for someone.
Dolores can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Dolores is awesome! Great with kids; very dependable!"
Nelly P.
Cynthia R.
Aurora, IL
$17-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Caring, loving and creative with children.
I like working with kids because they are eager to learn new skills from adults.
I'm looking for a job that is part- time with young children I can teach along with their parents.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old.
In my spare time, I like to create...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cindy is one the caring and reliable people I have ever met. She has been great watching my two the last two years! I would recommend anyone higher her!"
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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liv is amazing! She is so kind and incredibly helpful. I highly recommend hiring her."
Hannah D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Nice to meet you!
I have over 10+ years of experience caring for kids ranging from newborn to teen. I am also a mother to three kids, ages 3, 8 and 12. I studied Child Development and Early Childhood in high school and am enrolled in University. I enjoy activities such as arts and crafts and strongly encourage reading, so...
Leslie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Leslie is great with kids! She comes up with fun activities for my 1 year old that keep her entertained and that let her learn and explore her senses. She is also very accommodating my daughters vegetarian diet."
Jennifer 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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.
Kimberly P.
North Aurora, IL
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Looking To Help With Child Care And Transportation To After School Events
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Kimberly and I have worked with children of all ages from kindergarten through high school in the school district for 7 years. I have had experience from students in general education through special education. I am CPR certified and as a parent I know how much help would be appreciated and I would love to be that...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Dependable. Always performed tasks as instructed. Would have hired permanently but my family had to relocate. "
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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
CNA
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.
5.0
(1)
Hi! Im Bella. Caring and adapting to children of all types is something that comes naturally to me. I've been involved in several daycare programs within my community & have taken several child development courses. I am a reliable, fun, patient and trustworthy babysitter looking to help your family as best as I can!
I am also...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Elburn, 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.
Angelina S.
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 adventures together. Angelina goes above...
- Grace M.
Linda F.
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 her take a bottle, was great with...
- Chloe P.
Kaleigh L.
5.0
Kaleigh has babysat for my two boys (2 years and 8 months) twice now and I plan to keep using her in the future! She responds professionally and promptly and is great with kids. Would definitely recommend using Kaleigh for babysitting needs!
- Jennifer M.
Anna L.
5.0
Anna is the sweetest with all 4 of our kids. She is kind and caring and trustworthy. I would recommend her in a heartbeat.
- Elizabeth S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Elburn, IL:
How can I find a Elburn babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Elburn, 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 8 babysitters in Elburn, 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 Elburn, IL?
The average rate for Elburn, IL babysitters on Care.com is $15.50 per hour as of November 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 Elburn, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Elburn, 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.