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Hi there! My name is Grace. I am 25 years old and am working full time For Hills and dales. I Love children. I have been babysitting for a while (3 Years). I play volleyball and love the outdoors. I have coached a club volleyball team this past year and am going to do the same this year. I am super excited for this summer and...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Hello, my name is Samantha and I am recent graduate with my Masters in Higher Education and Student Affairs. While my degree focuses on the college environment, I have always enjoyed working with children while I was in college at the YMCA with their after school programs and their summer camp programs. While I have professional...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning
Hey! My name is Curtney ! I am from the
Caribbean island of St Lucia and currently pursuing a bachelor's in health, wellness and behavioral sciences at Clarke University. I am a charismatic and entertaining companion to anyone! I am presently doing an internship at Stonehill communities in regard to my interested in promoting...
Curtney G can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Sara H.
Cuba City, WI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm the mother of four grown children and have 8 grandchildren. I've often been called a baby whisperer. Babies/small children make me smile and bring me peace. I am a retired licensed emergency medical technician with our local rescue squad, as well as a certified nurses assistant, along with a few other titles. I don't like to...
I'm a 19-year-old with 3 years of babysitting experience! I'm a fan of finding low-cost, screen-time free ways of having fun, whether it be arts and crafts, exercise, or exploratory activities. I'm happy to help with homework and facilitate learning English, math, science, or social studies. I also love to cook healthy,...
Kenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hannah M.
Dubuque, IA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! I recently graduated from the University of Iowa and moved to this area! I have 8 years of experience nannying all ages and am also CPR and first aid certified. I am patient, active, and would love to babysit for your family!
Chalet M.
Dubuque, IA
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have been babysitting since I was 11 so I have a total of about 9 years under my belt. It started out as me watching my little brother then expanded to my younger cousins and so on. I have since then taken interest in working with all types of children even those with learning issues all the way to mentally handicap. I have...
Chalet can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Rebecca L.
Dubuque, IA
$12-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have worked in a nursery since I was 14 years old. I helped take care of new born up to the age of 4 years old. I would co-babysit with friends of mine. At church I worked with kids on our bus routes and we have a camp at church that we work with kids as well. I sing with the kids and teach them lessons from the Bible and we...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Galena, IL:
How can I find a Galena babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Galena, 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 Galena, 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 Galena, IL?
The average rate for Galena, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 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 Galena, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Galena, 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.