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I've always had a passion for nurturing children's growth, and with seven years of experience as a childcare provider, I've honed my skills in fostering a safe and nurturing environment for the little ones in my care. As a patient, creative, and friendly individual, I strive to provide a fun and educational experience for each...

Sarah B.


Monee, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello Families! Child and adult caregiver with 6 years of exp. caring for infants and young children and 4 years caring for seniors and adults with disabilities in diverse setting including in-home, nursing home, independent living. I would love to talk more and see if I am a good fit for your loved one. I can start immediately,...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My experience in babysitting has reinforced my desire to support families by providing reliable childcare. As a calm and creative caregiver, I prioritize patience and structure. I keep parents informed about their child's day through daily reports or regular...
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have reinforced my desire to make a positive impact on young lives. I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor, which create a welcoming environment for children. When it comes to...
Carly can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Reagan W.


Frankfort, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Housekeeper, Caregiver, And Pet Caretaker

Hi there! My name is Reagan W, and I'm excited to offer my services as a dedicated babysitter, caregiver, and pet care provider. With over 8 years of experience working with 18 different families, I have developed a deep passion for providing reliable, compassionate care. I've had the opportunity to build strong relationships...

Brissa D.


Frankfort, IL

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Caring & Compassionate Sitter

My name is Brissa, and I have 7 years experience as a sitter. I have babysat for a multitude of families over the years with the age range between 6months-16 years old. I am an extremely compassionate, hardworking sitter who is looking to babysit for a family either short-term or for date nights until end of July. I have a...
Brissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Sarah K.


New Lenox, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable & Flexible, Experienced, Friendly Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sarah! I am a reliable, flexible and fun-loving part time caregiver! I have experience babysitting newborns to pre-teens! I work full time as a school social worker. Given my full time job, I have experience with individuals with special needs. I would be interested in helping your family on a part time or...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Emily M.


Mokena, IL

$15-17/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Emily! I am a senior at Mizzou. I am looking for a job in January. I am available Monday, Wednesday, Friday during the day! I have babysat for over 5 years & have several of references. Please reach out if you have any questions!
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Gabriella S.


New Lenox, IL

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Gabriella

Hello, my name is Gabby. I am 19 years old and currently studying at Illinois State University. I have been caring for children for about three years, ranging in ages from 3 to 11. I've always enjoyed having kids around me and would describe myself as patient reliable and friendly. With that I respond well in stressful...
Gabriella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Debora G.


Elwood, IL

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

15+ Years of Experience Babysitter Available Monday-Friday

I'm a 59-year-old mother of two daughters. I enjoy gardening, crafts, daily walks and camping. I'm a non-smoker. Over the years I've watched children from age 6 weeks up to 10 years old.
Debora can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning

Susan S.


Joliet, IL

$35-48/hr15 yrs exp

Caregiver:Adults ,Children Over 15 Yrs...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Bilingual mother of two, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some of my love to others. Senior Caregiver 15 years , children over 24 years. Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson and special needs adults & children 10years. MS, ALS , Paraplegic and experience with hoyer lift.
Susan can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Jessica G.


Mokena, IL

$16-50/hr1 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as friendly, outgoing, and energetic. I like working with kids because its extremely rewarding to be able to be a part of a childs growth and development. In my spare time, I like to read books, write poetry, draw/create art, and play videogames. One thing you should know about me is I adapt...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Lavonna B.


Joliet, IL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Full And Part-time Child Caregiver

Reliable and dependable caregiver with six years' experience in Daycares as well as babysitting out of one's home. Devoted to helping parent with their children in a loving, caring environment.
Lavonna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Shanikka C.


Monee, IL

$25-60/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have worked with children for over 10 years.
Shanikka can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel

Gabi S.


Joliet, IL

$17-32/hr1 yrs exp

I've grown up taking care of all the children at the house as a middle child. I love spending time with children helping them with their homework and playing cars or dolls with them. I've always been around children my whole life. I am very good at multitasking and can handle anything thrown at me! I also love pets I have a dog...

Lexi B.


Frankfort, IL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced With 3 Years Of Special Education Children/adults

I have babysat for many years and currently I work with students with special needs (18-21-year-old) I have a passion for helping others and I enjoy working with special needs children/adults!
Lexi can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a mother of three looking to watch your little loved one(s). Contact me if interested and we can talk! Any time day or night sitting, I'm available! I also was a CNA and have worked prior in the hospital settings.
Kara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Haley K.


New Lenox, IL

$15-23/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Creator(:

Hi! My name is Haley. I am a senior at the University of Iowa on the pre-med track. I also am minoring in Spanish. I have over 10 years of babysitting and nannying experience. I have worked with children from the ages of 5 months and children with special needs. I can provide many references! Looking forward to hopefully meeting...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

I love kids. I am a big cousin to 13 and I have babysat most of them since I was 12. I work at a daycare part time as well, ages there range from 3 mo. to 6 years old. I used to nanny for a family 5 days out of the week since my sophomore year of college (when they were 2 and 4). Now that their parents schedules are more...
Hello! My name is Cameryn, I'm 24 years old & I am a very reliable, friendly, creative, caring person who loves to work with kids (I love pets as well). I have around eight years of experience working with children professionally. I've worked with kids in large groups of 20+ to working one on one with kids as well (ages 2 months...
Cameryn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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