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22 babysitters are listed in Ottawa, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in Ottawa, IL
Hello! My name is Molly, I am 21, I go to school at SIUE, and am living in the Edwardsville area. I have been babysitting since I was 13, most recently though I have nannied an 8-year-old girl this past year, I helped her through online school as well. She is going to camp this summer so I am looking for a new family to nanny!...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Jodi J.
Sandwich, IL
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
My name is Jodi and I am 25 years old. I have an associates in applied science degree in Early Childhood Education as well as several other certifications including CPR/First Aid. I have been working at a childcare center for about 4 years now but every job I have ever had since 15 years old has been caring for children. I do...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ottawa, IL:
How can I find a Ottawa babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ottawa, 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 5 babysitters in Ottawa, 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 Ottawa, IL?
The average rate for Ottawa, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 per hour as of February 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 Ottawa, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ottawa, 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.