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Hi! I am heading in to my senior year of college at Anderson University where I am studying Spanish and hope to continue on in my education to either receive a degree in education or social work.
I am CPR/AED and First Aid Certified and I have done extensive training as well as taken college courses on child development. I...
Mckala can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brianna D.
Saint Joseph, IL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter That Enjoys Learning And Adventures
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and enjoy crafts. I am a mother of one, and live with my husband and two cats. I currently work in a daycare with 15-24-month-olds, and would like to work with children 3 months to 3 years old
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Macey M.
Saint Joseph, IL
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi!
My name is Macey and I am a teacher looking to earn some extra money on the side. I obviously love working with kids and have lots of experience. I am 24 years old and have been babysitting since I was 15! I now have my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education.
Let me know of anything else you'd like to ask!
Macey can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Allison M.
Saint Joseph, IL
$15-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
I just graduated college and am 22 years old! I am home for a month in between finishing school and starting my full-time job. A little bit about me: last summer, I interned as Youth Staff aboard Carnival Cruise Lines. In this position, I planned activities and cared for children ages 6 months to 13 years old. Over the years, I...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children ages pre-k through high school as a teacher, a tutor, and have also acted as Director of Education for school ages K-12 at a professional tutoring center. I am patient, active and sports oriented, and full of energy and joy. I have worked with students with focus issues, and students who have special...
Brittney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Brittney has been an absolute joy to have watching our boys! They love spending time with her! She is punctual and dependable. She does a lot of fun things with them. She also does some light housekeeping which is so very helpful to me. Hoping it will work out...
Lisa C.
4.6
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Matt and I'm a very fun, active, positive male role model with over 20 years of experience in childcare with children of all ages and abilities. Fully background checked, CPR and First Aid certified. Illinois certified childcare professional. Over the years I've worked for various summer day camps, schools,...
Matt can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Patient, kind, thoughtful, wonderful. He took time to get to know our son and went above and beyond to connect with him. He was a friend and mentor to our son. We are blessed to have known him. I highly recommend him without reservation."
Catherine L.
Sophie H.
Champaign, IL
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Sophie!
I'm currently a student at the University of Illinois and I'm studying early childhood education. I am 22 and have my associates of arts degree. While I was attending community college I had the opportunity to be the head infant teacher at my local daycare. I primarily worked with children ranging from 6 weeks...
Sophie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sophie is very trustworthy! She is always so kind to my family, and always has a smile on her face. She took time to get to know my kids, and she always leaves my house spotless! Don't pass her up! I would definitely re-hire her in a heartbeat."
Brandi A.
4.4
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am taking a one-year break until next Fall; when I return, I plan to switch my major to Psychology! I am an extremely organized person. I never leave the house without my planner. I love to go on adventures and have fun with the children I babysit. Please don't hesitate to reach out!
Marilyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marilyn was absolutely wonderful with all three of my kids!!! She was very fast to reply to all my requests and she was very punctual. She played games/craft, made forts, and took them to the park. She made sure they had all their meals and she helped clean up...
Fizzah Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jacqueline! I have been a child care provider for over 15 years and continue to love it. I am currently employed as a full time nanny for three children (ages 3, 6, and 9) and have been with the family for 4 years. In the past I have been employed both as a full time nanny and a babysitter and have confidently cared for...
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jeidy S.
Champaign, IL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Am 19 Years Old And I Go To UIUC. My Major Is Integrative Biology And I'm On The Pre-med Track.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for three years now. I have experience working with people with disabilities, kids, and the elderly.
I like working with kids because of how active, creative, and smart they are. They bring out the best in people and they bring out my inner child.
In my spare time, I like to...
Jeidy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jeidy is a great babysitter! She does a wonderful job taking care of our boys on and putting them to bed on date nights. They are always excited to have her watch them and we are pleased with the attention she gives them."
Adam R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello all :)
My name is Kristen and I am a Psychology major at UIUC going to Grad school next year
I've worked through KinderCare for 2 years, and have been babysitting/ nannying since I was 16.
I love all things creative and enjoying the outdoors (weather permitting).
I do have classes but for the most part afternoons/...
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My family and I absolutely ADORE Kristen. You can tell she truly cares about the children and genuinely wants the best for them. I was super hesitant to leave my newborn and toddler with a sitter, but she put my mind at ease right away. She went out of her way to...
Laurie W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have a passion for working with children and am currently looking for some families to provide childcare for. I have 8 years of professional experience in this field, working in a few daycares and Crisis Nursery. I have been a full-time nanny for the past 3 years.
My services would be in your home, and I love planning...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ashley is a fantastic sitter! She cared for our boys part-time (~12-18 hours a week) at our house for almost a year while we were waiting for the COVID-19 vaccine to become available for kids under 5. Our rambunctious older son was roughly 2.5 when she started, and...
Danielle R.
I love working with children because I like to think im still childish myself. I enjoy playing watching children show, kids just love Ms. Bella and it just works! I've been working in childcare for under a year(as in centers)but have been babysitting since I was 15 and also took child development classes all through high school!...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Anna E.
Urbana, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
-As a former teacher and current speech language pathologist, I am particularly interested in fostering children's social, emotional, and communication development. I'm patient, calm, creative, and have a strong love of learning. For fun, as well as to stimulate healthy development, I love interacting with children and babies:...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Danelle O.
Champaign, IL
$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Danielle O! I am 19 years old and am an upcoming sophomore at the University of Illinois, I am also an athlete who competes on the UIUC swimming and diving team.
While being a student and an athlete I also am a part time gymnastics coach, I deal with training their more advanced groups ranging from all age...
I'd describe my personality as passionate, caring, loving
I like working with kids because I have always want to work with kids since I was very young. I have a huge passion for child development
I'm looking for a job that will best accommodate my work schedule
I started working with kids when I was in high school.
In my...
As a childcare provider with over five years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My patient and creative nature allows me to engage children with various activities, including outdoor sports, board games, and technology-based games. My commitment to open communication ensures that...
Amya can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! To begin, I started working with kids when I was 10 years old babysitting cousins and siblings. I have worked at 2 daycares in Champaign, and I have a lot of experience working with special needs children and adults. I have most recently worked with a baby that was 18 mos. when I began and is now nearing 2 years! My...
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Deja to care for our 5-year-old daughter for several full days when school was not in session. Deja is very kind and professional. She found ways to keep our daughter active throughout the day. We have been happy with her as a caregiver and will hire her...
Jessica R.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Micaiah and I am 22. I am currently a student in College working toward my degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked in a daycare for over 7 years where I cooked, cleaned, taught preschool curriculum as well as worked in the infant/toddler level. I've been a full time nanny for almost a year but, due...
Micaiah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Hi there! My name is Amy and I am a working professional looking to babysit while you go out in the evenings. I babysat here and there in high school and was an overnight camp counselor in Michigan for 2 summers. The first summer, I cared for 10-year-olds and the second summer I cared for 12-year-olds. I also took a child...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Saint Joseph, IL
Brittney C.
5.0
Brittney has been an absolute joy to have watching our boys! They love spending time with her! She is punctual and dependable. She does a lot of fun things with them. She also does some light housekeeping which is so very helpful to me. Hoping it will work out for her to be our summer nanny next...
- Lisa C.
Matt L.
5.0
My 2 boys have been through a lot and Matt has been amazing for them he is definitely a blessing in our family's life
- Rachel M.
Sophie H.
5.0
Great babysitter! Sophie is very reliable and is always there when I need her.
- Valerie P.
Marilyn L.
5.0
Marilyn was absolutely wonderful with all three of my kids!!! She was very fast to reply to all my requests and she was very punctual. She played games/craft, made forts, and took them to the park. She made sure they had all their meals and she helped clean up afterwards. I had a definite peace of...
- Fizzah Z.
Jeidy S.
5.0
Jeidy is a great babysitter! She does a wonderful job taking care of our boys on and putting them to bed on date nights. They are always excited to have her watch them and we are pleased with the attention she gives them.
- Adam R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Saint Joseph, IL:
How can I find a Saint Joseph babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Saint Joseph, 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 4 babysitters in Saint Joseph, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Saint Joseph, IL?
The average rate for Saint Joseph, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.25 per hour as of March 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 Saint Joseph, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Saint Joseph, 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.