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Find babysitters in Machesney Park, IL that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Machesney Park, IL

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years

Babysitters in Machesney Park, IL

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Alyssa K.


Machesney Park, IL

$20/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former swim instructor and work with kids from 6months-36 months and 11+ I'm very good with keeping them active and having fun! I have my license so I am able to run errands and do school pick up/ drop off I am CPR certified from my swim instructor job I used to have. side note- I am allergic to cats, but my immune system...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alyssa is fantastic! We have her watch our 3 year old boy in the mornings and she is so patient with him. She's fun-loving and is excellent with kids. She arrives on time and has great communication if she's ever delayed. Alyssa also has gone above and beyond and...

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Hi! I am 22-year-old college student studying Physical Therapy. I currently work as a tutor at my university. I have spent 4 summers working a day l lifeguard and diving coach in which I got a lot of experience working with children. I also spent a summer working as a nanny for two families and many years babysitting for family...
Trinity can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have been babysitting for most of my teenage years and have fallen in love with kids. I just graduated from high school and I am on my way to pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education. I love to adventure outside, create fun crafts, and help with homework.
Ariana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Hi! My name is Katie. I have been providing care to children for 10+ years now. I have my Bachelors Degree in Nursing and my Associates Degree in Science. I am CPR and 1st Aid Certified. I have numerous certifications and qualifications surrounding childcare. Besides being a nanny for a couple different families, I also worked...
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Beonka H.


Machesney Park, IL

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver/nanny Avaliable

Hi, I'm Beonka. I am looking for a full time Monday-Friday child care position. I have experience in early childhood education and I am CPR certified. In ECE I tended to a class of children ages 3-5 creating lesson plans, meal prepping, and helped manage their schedules. I am shy at first but I am full of laughter and love....
Beonka can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Crafts. I am a stay at home mom. I have 2 boys ages 11 and 13 and my daughter is 5. My kids will all be in school full time. I need to be able to take them to school at 7:45 and pick them up at 3:05. I like to be able to take kids to kid activities such as the library, Park, etc. I...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am 31 with my bachelors degree in health and human services. I currently work at East high school as a parent liaison. This is a grant funded position and they are talking about eliminating the position next year. I worked with the Harlem school district for 8 years as well as an administrator at camp vertical extreme. I am...
Aerianna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I worked at Harlem School District for 8 years working with 0-6-year-olds, after that I became the Early Childhood Education Grant Coordinator at Rock Valley College where I have been for almost 2 years. For 14 years I worked directly under the camp director & helped run Camp Vertical Extreme, where we provided a fun safe summer...
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Kelleen R.


Rockford, IL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Grandma

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

While raising my three daughters in the Chicago area, I ran an unlicensed daycare. I raised our neighborhood. I have since been blessed with three grandchildren who range in age of 2-6 years old. In June I stayed with them for 10 days while my daughter and her husband traveled to Spain. We had a blast! I will be returning in...
Kelleen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kelly is absolutely amazing, she is truly a blessing! I've never left my children with anyone other than family and foud myslef in need of a babysitter at a time my family could not help and Kelly was the first person I reached out to and God just knew she was...

Brittini L.

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Mary S.


Rockford, IL

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Creatively Minded Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is MARY! I can't fix the typo unfortunately. I am a creative, friendly, energetic caregiver with years of experience with kids of all ages and a background I the arts. I have cared for kids ages 3 months to 11 years old as a nanny and up to 3 at a time. I have my own car and consistent week day availability. Feel free...
5.0
"Mary was absolutely amazing with our two toddlers. We initially hired Mary as emergency care (when other childcare plans fell through), but kept her with us as long as possible because our boys loved her so much. She’s punctual, responsible, and incredibly patient....

Sarah W.

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Kristen Y.


Rockford, IL

$13/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm an ambitious person who is also very passionate. I work with two kids in the afternoon and I am a house/pet sitter. I'm also currently going to college to become an elementary teacher. I love pets, arts and crafts, and reading. I can work late nights and on the weekends.
Kristen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Kristen has been a huge help in providing transportation for our daughter! Our daughter enjoys their time together and speaks highly of her. Sounds like there is a lot of singing going on. "

Rebecca N.

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Summer L.


South Beloit, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Teacher And Nanny With Degree In Elementary Ed And Early Childhood

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I have a real heart for children & love watching them learn & grow! I have a passion for reading and sparking a love for learning in the children I care for. I have cared for families on care. com for the past 10 years for multiple children of various ages and abilities. I have a wide range of experience from the gentle care of...
Summer can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

3.0
"Summer was a nice person. With all of her credentials and from the first meet, I had a good impression. She also had excellent reviews so we wanted to give her a chance. She was kind to our 4 month old son but she did the bare minimum. She would occasionally read...

Cassandra K.

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Megan W.


Rockford, IL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Babysitter/Nanny For The Summer.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience babysitting children from the ages of newborn to 12 years old. I have a Bachelor's degree in Urban Education. I have taught for two years, one at the preschool level and second year in special education.
Megan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Azariah H.


Rockford, IL

$13-29/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Im a 22-year-old female I am currently working on entrepreneurship I have a passion for babysitting/childcare I am super chill laid back and fun loving I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I've been working with kids literally my whole life. My first job was when I was 10...
Azariah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We have had Azariah sit for us a few times now and is our dedicated sitter. Incredibly punctual, friendly, flexible and a dog lover! We're incredibly lucky to have a dedicated sitter for our daughter and we look forward to continuing to work together!"

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Brittany R.


Rockford, IL

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brittany, and I am 22 years old. I am a senior at NIU majoring in Child Development! I would love to help you out with childcare and/or pet sitting! Reasons to choose me! 1. I am vaccinated! 2. I am experienced in child care and have been a babysitter/nanny for several years. I work well with children and...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Brittany was very sweet and open minded to our baby schedule and routine. I would highly recommend Brittany."

Eric B.

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Jemma O.


Rockford, IL

$14-16/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello!! I am currently in school & pretty busy but I am always on the look out for one time, date night & tutoring positions. As well as pick up drop off jobs and household help!! Here's a little bit about myself: I am currently attending Northern Illinois University (commuting). I am 20 years old. I have experience working...
Jemma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Marian A.


Rockford, IL

$22-25/hr8 yrs exp

Date Night Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Marian! I have been caring for children for the past 13 years. In those 13 years, I have watched all ages. I enjoy crafts, baking, playing outside, and finding adventures to go on. I like to be active with the kids. I have the skills to help your children learn. I love the hands-on approach and think children can learn...
Marian can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Claudette F.


Rockford, IL

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love working with kids! I used to work at the RPD and the I ran the k-1 class at the Rockford Boys and Girls Club! I was also a private Nanny for 3 years for an amazing family!! I would love to connect with you about being your family nanny!
Claudette can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Erica L.


Roscoe, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Special Ed Teacher Looking To Care For Your Child.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Erica. I first started working with kids when I was 12 by babysitting for family members. I graduated from Northern Illinois University with a bachelors in Early Childhood Education. After that I taught for the Rockford public school district preschool program for 16 years. I loved helping young children grow....
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Amelia M.


Rockford, IL

$17/hr1 yrs exp

Fun And Patient Sitter, Here For You.

I am an older sister and cousin familiar with kids and how to play with them. I am here to help them with homework, outdoor activities, and have a good time. I am currently working on getting my CPR/AED/FIRST AID certification for infants, children, and adults. More than happy to help around the house, run errands, and assist...
Amelia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Machesney Park, IL

Alyssa K.

5.0

Alyssa has been an incredible sitter for our 1-year-old daughter over the past six months. Each morning, her arrival was eagerly awaited, and it was clear that our little one truly enjoyed her company. Alyssa is not only reliable but also exudes a level of professionalism and warmth that made us...

- Adrienne E.

Kelleen R.

5.0

Ms. Kelly has been a huge help to me in finding childcare to help support my needs post C-Section. Having a second baby with no local support was overwhelming and she was kind enough to fit in time between her other full time family. This has been huge in proactively combating jealousy between the...

- Danielle S.

Mary S.

5.0

Mary cared for our daughter from the ages of 6 - 9 months. Not only was she reliable and a good communicator, but she was gentle, patient and nurturing to our young baby. Mary is also a very talented singer who brought music into our baby's life - whether it was for entertainment or to help...

- Jolene R.

Kristen Y.

5.0

Kristen has been a huge help in providing transportation for our daughter! Our daughter enjoys their time together and speaks highly of her. Sounds like there is a lot of singing going on.

- Rebecca N.

Summer L.

5.0

I am so grateful to have had Summer care for our baby these last years. One top skill Summer demonstrates is how she listens and observes us as parents, catering to our style and expectations. She is a great communicator. She has excellent judgment and highly appreciated her experience and...

- Lil B.

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