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62 babysitters are listed in Joliet, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Joliet, IL
Melissa has cared for our three children ages 2, 4, and 6 for the past year. She has been absolutely wonderful and the kids get excited to…
Review for Melissa O. by Matt M.
Very professional. Considerate communication.
Review for Raneem M. by Care member
Madysen is great with kids, very patient and attentive. She's also a good communicator and will make sure you're completely at ease while…
Review for Madysen G. by Stephanie C.
Babysitters in Joliet, IL
Melissa O.
Joliet, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Melissa, I am an experienced elementary teacher for 6 years and am excited to work with more kids this summer! I have had experience caring for young children for years now, worked at a daycare, cared for my younger cousins, was a summer camp counselor for 3-5-year-olds for 2 years and I have been babysitting for...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melissa has cared for our three children ages 2, 4, and 6 for the past year. She has been absolutely wonderful and the kids get excited to see her every time she watches them. She cared for the kids last summer while she was on summer break and has since covered...
Matt M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Amarah and I am 22 years old. I started babysitting professionally after I got CPR and first aid certified when I was 13. I am comfortable working with children of any age, and I've had substantial experience with children and infants 0 months- 8 years.
My availability is extremely open and flexible! I am a...
Amarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Raneem M.
Joliet, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Super Caring And Fun Sitter! Treat Kids As If They Were My Own. Accepting Of All! Safety Is First!
5.0
(1)
Hi there, my name is Raneem. I am a part-time Firefighter. I have 3 years of experience in ems and with kids, I have a 16-month-old baby brother myself I love to take care of and helped raise my 2 sisters from new borns. I nannied for years after high school in my neighborhood and through various towns/cities. I've always had a...
Raneem can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very professional. Considerate communication. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jackie! With several years of experience as a caregiver, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care to each individual I work with. I have a strong background in assisting with daily activities, medication management, and creating a safe and nurturing environment. Whether it's helping with household...
Jackie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as active, trusting, and caring
I like working with kids because I enjoy seeing the world from all different perspectives, especially young kids! I have always wanted to work with kids and have many kids of my own in the future. I took early childhood my junior year of high school and was something...
5.0
"Madysen is great with kids, very patient and attentive. She's also a good communicator and will make sure you're completely at ease while caring for your child. She is kind, fun and caring, your child will have an amazing time with her. Madysen would be more than...
Stephanie C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother and I have cared for kids ranging from newborns to 7-year-olds I am very attentive and tolerant I really really do love kids I like to treat every child like they are my own and also like I would want my child to be treated.
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Gen took care of my parents in their home for almost a year. She was always kind, tolerant, reasonable, patient, and pleasant. She is honest, reliable, and easy to get along with. Gen feels like family and I can't recommend her highly enough. She's a wonderful...
Kim A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jaycee! I am looking for a family for the summer. As I am a middle school ELA teacher. I enjoy working with all ages of children!
Jaycee can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Jaycee has been a wonderful addition to our family as a weekly childcare provider. She is very dependable and always brings fun activities for the kids to do. My children adore her and can't wait her her next sitting day! I would recommend Jaycee for any type of...
Jamie S.
I have been taking care of the kids of my family for years. From infancy to preteen! I have taken care of my two cousins, who were born in 2009 and 2012 since they were little. I have also babysat children of my aunt's friends, who were around 8-9 months old. More often these days, I take care of kids above the age of 4, but I...
Fatima can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello. My name is Ariana, I am the oldest of 7. I have been watching my siblings since I was 13. I love children and I have a natural need to nurture and care for them. It comes easily for me. I treat and love each child as if they were my own. I have been a full time nanny for 7/8 years now. I did take this last year off to be...
Ariana can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have watched children in my nursery at church and in different kids ministries such as junior church and vacation bible school. I have also worked the day camps in the summer at the Lockport Township Park District which consisted of playing games and spending time with the kids who were from the ages of 6-9 for most of the...
Page can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
I am a recent graduate of DePaul University, and a prospective graduate student, located in Chicago. I have been working with children in both educational, recreational, and home setting since I was in high school; I have experience with children ages 6 months-14 years, and am comfortable with multiple children. I am American...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I've been babysitting for awhile now, I've worked for the same family when needed for about three years now, they have one boy who is now 3. I've also worked for another family with two children, a boy & a girl, now 10 & 6, for about 4 years. I have also been a full-time nanny to an 11-year-old girl. Just looking for more...
Sydnee can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Social Work Graduate with Bachelor's and Masters
Obtained License in Social Work (LSW)
Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings.
CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified, CPI certificate, Mental Health First Aid certified
Current Full TIme: Community Outreach Manager, QMHP
Has own...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have had more than 2 decades of experience working with children of all ages. I am a Special Educator working with multi-needs students. I am able to provide my own transportation and am CPR and AED certified. I am a non-smoker. I am willing to work in a household with pets, however, if they jump or are aggressive they would...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
CPR certified
Autism/ADHD friendly
BABYSITTING & TUTORING
Recently moved here and looking forward to doing what I love most!
Please contact me so we can talk more!!
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
I am a tutor and babysitter with a bachelors degree in communication sciences and disorders from Saint Mary's College in Indiana. I am going back to school to be a pediatric speech language pathologist after summer 2025. I am looking for tutoring jobs in summer 2025 for any school subject, but I specialize in learning to read,...
Gera P.
Joliet, IL
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Gera P! With several years of babysitting experience, I've cared for children of all ages and abilities. I'm calm, compassionate, and deeply empathetic, especially when working with kids. I always follow the parents' lead, ensuring a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for every child in my care.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, hello! My name is Kacy, I'm 24 years old and as the eldest of 6 I've been involved in babysitting for a good portion of my life. I am currently working at a daycare center as a teacher for infants and toddlers; as I'm working I am also working towards my Associates in Child Development. I can also help with...
Kacy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Daisha B.
Joliet, IL
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
As someone with four years of experience as a childcare provider, I'm passionate about nurturing and enriching the lives of children. My enthusiasm for childcare was ignited through my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my talent for connecting with children and helping them grow. My patient, creative, and...
Daisha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Xena V.
Joliet, IL
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Sitter Looking To Assist Children And Teach New Skills
Excited and driven babysitter who serves as a good role model with a passion for working intentionally with kids. I strongly believe in the importance of assisting with children in their growth and development and building helpful skills by reading, writing, playing educational games, and more. I enjoy cooking, cleaning, and...
Xena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Joliet, IL:
How can I find a Joliet babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Joliet, 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 62 babysitters in Joliet, 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 Joliet, IL?
The average rate for Joliet, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.47 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 Joliet, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Joliet, 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.
Ratings for Joliet, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Joliet, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 62 listed babysitters.