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Lilly B.
Staunton, IL
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi - my name is Lilly and I am looking to care for children and/or pets this summer before I head to college in the fall. I have a lot of experience with kids and pets and have been caring did both for more than three years. My younger brother has Cystic Fibrosis so I also have experience with kids with special health care...
I love being around children as well as pets. I am currently studying early childhood education at Lindenwood University. I am currently working as a substitute teacher within the Orchard Farm School District in St. Charles, Missouri and will be student teaching there next Fall!
I started working with kids when I was in middle...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Grace V.
Gillespie, IL
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was 13 and have been in love with the field ever since. I'm working on a degree in child development currently at Lewis and Clark. As of right now I am an assistant pre-k teacher but am looking for a nannying job. I have nannied before, for a family with 4 under 5. I have experience with...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, and thank you for checking out my bio! I'm Britni, and I've been babysitting for about 10 years now. I have experience with watching all ages of kids. I've had experience with children that have disabilities/medical conditions/assisted in therapies as needed. I can do meal preparation, have transportation, can clean, and am...
Britni can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Britni was always slightly early when we needed her for our children and informative about anything during the day. Her communication was perfect for our family as we have 3 children all with different needs and she always kept us working parents in the loop while...
Sandy G.
Tori G.
Edwardsville, IL
$12-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.4
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting kids since I was around 11. I am very responsible and I have lots of patience and energy! I have babysat for families that have multiple younger children (including infants) as well as older kids. I have also babysat for families that have 5 kids.
Tori can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We called last minute and she was able to cover. She was good with the kids, stayed an extra two hours, and cleaned up!"
Eddie B.
Mya S.
Edwardsville, IL
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Reliable College Student Looking To Make Your Life A Little Easier
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive, patient, caring law student with availability allowing for a more occasional or as-needed schedule. I played a major role in raising my younger sibling, so I did a lot of the childcare in my house through all of middle and high school. I have experience tutoring kids as well (both my sibling and other kids). I've...
Mya can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
"Mya is a great sitter. She is responsible, punctual and safety-conscious. She responds quickly to messages and my 12 year old really likes hanging out with her. Highly recommend!"
Jessica K.
Hi! I am an Elementary Education major looking for a summer job! I currently work at St. Boniface preschool in Edwardsville as a teacher's aide and love it! Before this job, I worked at a St. Francis daycare where I was the assistant teacher in the infant room (aged 6 weeks-12 months) and then was the lead teacher in the toddler...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hello, my name is Hannah! I am a student at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville majoring in Social Work. I am looking for a part-time babysitting job this semester! I have been babysitting regularly since I was about 13 years old. Last summer, I was a nanny and I absolutely loved it! I have previously worked as a...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi I'm Sarah :) I've been watching and taking care of babies and kids for years, I have worked at a couple daycares but since I had my youngest a couple years ago, I chose to stay home with him as long as I could. I have a 13 yr old son, a 7 yr old daughter and a 2-year-old son, I also have 1 small dog, 2 cats all very friendly....
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I work in a day care and have for 6 months so far. I work with kids from 6 weeks to 12 years old, I have been in every age group. It has given me lots of experience. I had to take lots of tests, get reference letters, and background checks for the job. Before this job I babysat for family, I have a younger brother and lots...
Malorie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Allison. I am 29 years old and have many years of experience working with children of all ages. I have worked as a teacher's aide for infants, and kindergarten through sixth grade throughout my senior year of high school and have been babysitting since I was in the 7th grade. I've worked at some great daycares...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My names Aleiyah and I recently moved to Edwardsville! I have 6 younger siblings and 2 older siblings. I'd describe myself as caring, patient, approachable, and a very positive person. I enjoy working with kids because with growing up I would always want to help my mom with my siblings and with years of experience, I found...
Aleiyah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lindsay B.
Edwardsville, IL
$16-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Addie, and I am currently a senior at Edwardsville High School with plenty of babysitting experience! I'm also CPR certified, so you can feel confident your little ones are in safe hands. Whether you need a date night, help with after-school care, or just a few hours of free time, I'm here to help! I am...
Lindsay can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Gwen K.
Bethalto, IL
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am 1 of 8 children. I have grown up constantly surrounded by children. I have 3 younger siblings and although most of us are now adults I now have many nieces and nephews who I spend time with quite frequently.
Gwen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hi! My name is Katelyn and I am a secondary education major with the subject to teach history at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. I am originally from St. Louis. I started working with kids when I was 16 and I got my first job at a summer day camp. I worked with ages 5-12, and continued every summer until I was 19. I...
Courtney H.
Bethalto, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
As a nurturing caregiver with a decade of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with creativity and a friendly nature, allows me to connect with kids on a deeper level. I believe in open communication with parents and regularly provide updates about...
Leann M.
Edwardsville, IL
$13-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi there! I am a 21-year-old Early Childhood Education student at SIUE and also have a few years of experience in childcare. I have been an assistant pre-kindergarten teacher (ages 4-5) and am currently working with children ages 1-2 in a childcare setting. I have plenty of schedule flexibility and am more than willing to tutor,...
Leann can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Belen and I am from Argentina.
I am 26 years old and I started taking care of children ever since.
Elizabeth E.
Marine, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider driven by my passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With three years of experience, I excel in creating a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creative and imaginative approach, allows me to engage children in various...
Elizabeth W.
Edwardsville, IL
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a 19-year-old college student with experience sitting for all ages! I have my own car and can babysit until very late. I am also looking to nanny! I have online classes MTThF from 9 AM-10 a.m. and Wednesday 10AM-12:30 p.m.
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Staunton, IL
Britni W.
5.0
Britni was always slightly early when we needed her for our children and informative about anything during the day. Her communication was perfect for our family as we have 3 children all with different needs and she always kept us working parents in the loop while away. She was even willing to watch...
- Sandy G.
Tori G.
5.0
We called last minute and she was able to cover. She was good with the kids, stayed an extra two hours, and cleaned up!
- Eddie B.
Mya S.
5.0
Mya is a great sitter. She is responsible, punctual and safety-conscious. She responds quickly to messages and my 12 year old really likes hanging out with her. Highly recommend!
- Jessica K.
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How much do babysitters charge in Staunton, IL?
The average rate for Staunton, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.00 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 Staunton, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Staunton, 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.