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Babysitters in Spring Valley, IL

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Meghan B.


Spring Valley, IL

$18/hr1 yrs exp

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I would describe my personality as high energetic, caring and patient. I love to work with kids because it is a very rewarding job. I love that everyday is not the same! I have a waitressing job that starts at 4 p.m. during the week, that is why my availability is until 3:30 p.m. everyday. :)
I am a mom of a 2-year-old and love to work with all age ranges. I have been nannying since I was 12 and have since earned a degree in Child Development. I also have 2 years of experience working in the schools as a Paraprofessional. As much as I loved working in the school, I miss the freedom and creative ability working one on...
Marycate can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jenna G.


Peru, IL

$17-38/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

5.0

(2)

I am a caring, energetic, fun nanny who has 5 years experience, an extensive list of references, experience with kids of all ages infant-teen, and a college degree. I will take great care of your kids! I take pride in having an excellent reputation as a professional childcare provider and have lots of experience working with...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jenna is an absolute delight! She is dependable, punctual, and always has a great attitude. She has become a trusted part of our family, and we are thankful to have found her. "

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I have babysat on and off since I was young but from august 2020-august2021 I was a full time nanny. I currently do work from home and I am able to work my schedule around what your needs are. Look forward to hearing from you!
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Claire B.


Princeton, IL

$16-29/hr4 yrs exp

Claire

I've been babysitting on and off throughout my teens and have never gotten tired of it! I love helping kids be creative and am always there if they need to chat. I want to make both parents and kids' lives easier!
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Nancy V.


Princeton, IL

$16/hr8 yrs exp

Child Sitter

Current Freelance Spanish Tutor for k-3rd. Former Substitute Teacher with, Summer Youth Program Recreation Assistant, Pre-K 4 SA Assistant Teacher.
Nancy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
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Peyton H.


Ottawa, IL

$23/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hi! To tell you a little bit about myself I am 24 years old and I am looking for a full-time job. I graduated from NIU in 2022 with a bachelors in fashion merchandising. I was a childcare provider for a lovely family from 2019 to 2023 while also living with them full time. I have around 8 years of experience babysitting kids of...
Peyton can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Peyton is reliable, fun & my kids LOVE spend time with her! "

Erica R.

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Gracie L.


Ottawa, IL

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

Looking To Help Out Families In Need While Also Doing Something I Enjoy!

Ever since I was younger I have loved caring for children/ infants. I have always had experience from doing summer babysitting to helping my close friends/ family members take care of their children. Right when I graduated in 2018 I received my CNA and instantly put that to use and have been using it since. I currently work in a...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Alicia F.


Ottawa, IL

$5-10/hr1 yrs exp

Part time babysitter

My name is Alicia, I've done daycare out of my home in the past. I currently work full time during the week but my weekends are very open. I have been married to my high school sweetheart for 14 years and we have 2 sons (15 & 13) and a daughter (9). We live in south Ottawa and have 2 dogs and 2 cats. Most of my weekends are...
Alicia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Rylee F.


Mendota, IL

$15-17/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm looking for a nannying/babysitting job for as long as I can keep it. I'm a criminal justice major and for the time being I enjoy taking care of kids! I have nannied for many people and have had positive experiences with all of them. Thanks!
Rylee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Katy A.


Ottawa, IL

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Substitute Teacher With Summer Off

I'm a long term substitute teacher with the summer off. I'm experienced, friendly, and reliable. I have been subbing for 5 years and tutoring for my current family for 4. They are both on honor roll. Before that, I tutored for YSB. I graduated from U of I with a 3. 5 in history.
Katy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I love kids, I am out going an fun. I love to laugh. I have taken care of kids from 0-21! Some of the older children had disabilities. I've cooked, cleaned, bathed, helped with homework, read books, laundry. I love to be involved with the children I am working with. I am the type of babysitter who with play trucks or dolls with...
Lesley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Megan H.


Ottawa, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Over the past 20 years, I have babysat for many families, including one with five children, ages 4 months to 11 years. I was recently with one family for 18 months, starting when their son was only 6 weeks old. I have experience with multiple pets and am able to transport children when needed. I did well all through school and...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Merideth K.


Henry, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Love Working With Kids! Looking For A Nanny Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Merideth I am 36-year-old mother of three wonderful children ages 18, 14 and 12. I a married to my wonderful husband Bob for the last 16 years. Bob works for the Illinois Department of Corrections. I have had my own daycare in my home for the past 3 years. I started out when my friend had twins in October of 2013 and...
Merideth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Juliette S.


Ottawa, IL

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have babysat for multiple people. I have cared for a 17-year-old disabled teen, three children at a time, and a young child. I am also CPR certified, and I gave spent the past 5 years gaining experience working as a certified nursing assistant! Some quick facts about me: I love teaching children new things, whether it be...
Juliette can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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