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60 babysitters are listed in Madison, IL
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 10 years
Babysitters in Madison, IL
Kamaria W.
Madison, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
10+ Years Experience, Biology Major/ Art Minor, Learning And Fun All In One!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children since I was a child myself, volunteering at my church nursery for several years. I've helped out at a home daycare, volunteered at a children's after school reading program, and volunteered teaching coding for children (Black Girls Code). I always treat children with love. I believe in not only...
Kamaria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"I love that she's really good with my kids. They love her so much."
Carlene S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Summer Employment
Hello,
I'm an educator with 12 years of experience. I worked at a care center for nine years and I currently work as a preschool teacher. Throughout the years, I have babysat several of my students and their siblings. Nothing makes me happier than running into someone who I used to babysit and remembering...
Keyonna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Keyonna is very dependable, creative, and excellent with children and families. I highly recommend her."
Desiree S.
Shelby M.
Saint Louis, MO
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I love working and interacting with children of all ages! During the school year I work at a preschool with children ages 2-5 but I also babysit kids up to age 10. I've been babysitting and working with children ever since I could drive and I'm currently going to school to become an art therapist for children. I love pets,...
5.0
"Shelby was our nanny over the summer- she is amazing! She was always on time and very dependable. Great communication skills. She provided great structure and consistency for the kids. We will be using Shelby again for sure!"
Molly Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Liz! I am a responsible and experienced 22-year-old looking for part-time work as a babysitter or nanny.
I understand and appreciate the great responsibility of caring for children. I am one (middle) of 5 kids, and live in the Fort Wayne area with my family. We own a dog and a few cats, so I am very comfortable...
Liz can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Because of Covid, my wife and needed to find someone to watch our then 8 year old daughter. Up to this point in our life, with the exception of family, no one ever watch our daughter. When it comes to our daughter, anything less than the highest standard is...
Shelley H.
Marcella G.
Fairview Heights, IL
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have been babysitting/ nanny for 13+ years now. I am a non-smoker and have my own reliable transportation. I have experience with children from newborn- 13 years old. Including but limited to sensory disorders, speech delay, ADHD and Autism children. And I feel comfortable with watching up to 7 children at a time. I...
Marcella can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marcella watches our twin boys aged 15 months. She is always engaging with them and they enjoy her company. She is always calm and bubbly to be around."
Desiree L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ashley. I am a senior nutrition and dietetics student on the pre-med track at Saint Louis University. I have recently been hired by a family in Clayton for after school needs in the spring, and am working part-time for several other families. I wish I could help you out, but my schedule is really starting to...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Excellent with children--attentive, energetic, and fun, Ashley was a great help with my 2-year-old! Every time she walked in the door, my little girl would light up; I loved that when I would ask her to babysit, it was never just a "yes, I'm free", but that it...
Sarah S.
Jessica F.
Saint Louis, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
28 Year Old, Energetic, Creative Teacher Looking For A Nanny Or Babysitting Gig.
5.0
(6)
I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I nannied full-time for four summers.
I have experience taking care of kids from newborn to 17.
I have experience with multiples as well.
I'm fun, creative, and like to be active! I am a very hands-on babysitter/nanny. I genuinely like getting to know the kids I babysit,...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is attentive, caring, and has a bubbly and imaginative personality. Perfect for keeping my little girls safe, loved, and entertained!!
She is respectful and flexible and I trust her completely! It is a relief to have a sitter who you know will not only take...
Taylor M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Maryori, I graduated from university with a degree in Spain . I have lived in Missouri for 3 years. I have experience as a nanny and I have also been a daycare for 2 years and I was a Spanish teacher in preschool . I consider myself very loving with children, I attend to their needs and very flexible with my...
Maryori can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was amazing with my children. She gave me updates throughout the time she was with them. She gave me a time line itinerary when we got home. Will definitely be asking her to watch my kids again."
Lindsey G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of a 14yr old boy. I love spending time with children of all ages. I enjoy making sensory tables, crafts and having fun! Happy to help with any chores you may have around the house, loving on pets and tucking the little ones into bed as you go out and have some fun.
Casey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Casey was an excellent communicator and sitter. She was excellent with our son. We hope to request Casey’s services again soon. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name Nicole! I have a lot of experience with children. I started out babysitting when I was 14 years old for many different families. In late high school and early college I worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher in the 3 and 4-year-old classrooms. I worked there for about 2 years. I then was a nanny for a family...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Kaitlen C.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-32/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Looking to start immediately!
I watched two boys ages three and five over the summer they just started school, so I'm looking for a new part time job!
I am willing to work 3-4 days a week.
I have my own car and am willing to do drop offs/pick ups.
I have 4 years of experience with kids between the ages of 1-15.
Thank you!
Kaitlen can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlen Is incredible with kids!"
Elizabeth M.
5.0
(9)
I have my B. S. in Art Education, and I am certified to teach ages K-12. I have experience working as a teacher in the field, in addition to my student teaching and educational training. I have over 7 years working as a full-time nanny for three different wonderful families, as well as many babysitting jobs throughout adulthood....
Darcy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Darcy is a loving and caring mother. Anyone would be lucky to have her assist with their children. She is attentive and engaging with all kids she encounters."
Ali R.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Kayla,
I'm 21 years old, I enjoy spending time outside, reading, and playing with my puppy in my spare time.
5.0
"Kayla was excellent with my child. She was attentive, caring, responsible and creative. She followed the instructions, and always reached out if she had any questions or concerns. I definitely would hire her again. "
Care member
Jenna L.
Saint Louis, MO
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver | Certified In ABA Therapy | CPR & First-Aid Certified
4.4
(16)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Jenna, an experienced caregiver in St. Louis available on weekends or date nights! With 10+ years of babysitting and 4+ years as a nanny, I offer specialized expertise in working with children with diverse needs. As a Registered Behavior Technician, I provide support using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. CPR...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"Jenna was hired to transport my daughter to and from dance twice a week on the same days. Jenna missed picking her up several times. Just completely forgot her. This caused my daughter a lot of anxiety. Jenna is great with interacting with her. She babysat my...
Nikki C.
Marissa H.
Saint Louis, MO
$21/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I absolutely love children, I nanny all the time and have worked at a lot of summer camps teaching children. I am very passionate about the future generation and I am going to school so that one day I will be able to make a living helping, teaching, and supporting the youth. I am a very happy, passionate, and patient person...
Marissa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marissa was very helpful and willing to work with me and my twins. She was on time and great at communicating. She was efficient and dependable. I would definitely recommend her for your childcare needs."
Chakara G.
5.0
(1)
I am looking to do childcare or tutor for the summer! I have taught 2nd grade for the past two years and have a bachelors degree in early childhood education and a Missouri teaching certification. I can tutor in any subject pre-k-6th grade and am willing to take care of children of any age! I also have 4 pets of my own so I'm...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mara was simply wonderful! She cared for our kids before & after school. She was responsible to get kids to school & pick them up afterwards. She also cared for them during the summer. She had neighborhood kids many times, too. She took them on fun outings to the...
Karen K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Debbie and I am looking for a family who needs full time or part time care for their Child(ren). I have been providing high quality care for families for 20 years. I am excited to start a new journey with a new family with my flexible schedule that I offer.
I am available Monday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m....
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Debbie is THE most wonderful caregiver our Family could have ever asked for. She has truly changed our lives. She has been with us since our Daughter was about 2 months old and she's nurturing, calm, peaceful, has the most beautiful and loving energy, cleanly,...
Katherine H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
10+ years experience as full time nanny including for families with sets of twins. Now work as a substitute teacher while in school part time. Available for occasional babysitting on the weekends in the St. Louis area. I look forward to meeting you and your child(ren)!
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessica started working with our family when our twins were 8 months old. She stayed with us until she moved out of state, when the boys were 11 months old. She was extremely trustworthy, loving, careful and professional. She is a wonderful nanny. She earned our...
Christine H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a full-time student at Washington University studying Sociology. I started working in childcare at 16 as a volunteer teaching assistant at a preschool. Since then, I've worked at the YMCA and as a daycare teacher for ages 6 weeks-12 years, and I currently do freelance babysitting :). In my free time, I love to play video...
Samiya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was so sweet and got the baby to sleep with no issues! "
Care member
Lexi B.
Collinsville, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 25 years old and have many years of experience with childcare. I am happy to help with transportation, schooling, slight household cleaning, cooking, and planning fun activities for children. I am looking for a family who needs about 40 hours of help a week - negotiable depending on pay. I personally grew up with an...
Lexi can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Lexi was our babysitter for a little over 8 months. She had no problem doing anything that we needed for my son. My son is very high energy, and has behavioral issues, and she handled everything from daily medication, making lunches, and taking him to and from...
Stasia K.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Madison, IL
Kamaria W.
5.0
If I wasn't starting family child care, I would definitely keep her. She's very punctual, a great teacher and the kids liked her!!!
- Devon T.
Keyonna J.
5.0
Keyonna is very dependable, creative, and excellent with children and families. I highly recommend her.
- Desiree S.
Shelby M.
5.0
Shelby was our nanny over the summer- she is amazing! She was always on time and very dependable. Great communication skills. She provided great structure and consistency for the kids. We will be using Shelby again for sure!
- Molly Z.
Liz S.
5.0
Because of Covid, my wife and needed to find someone to watch our then 8 year old daughter. Up to this point in our life, with the exception of family, no one ever watch our daughter. When it comes to our daughter, anything less than the highest standard is simply unacceptable. When our family...
- Shelley H.
Marcella G.
5.0
Marcella watches our twin boys aged 15 months. She is always engaging with them and they enjoy her company. She is always calm and bubbly to be around.
- Desiree L.
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How can I find a Madison babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Madison, IL?
The average rate for Madison, IL babysitters on Care.com is $25.00 per hour as of January 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 Madison, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Madison, 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.