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60 babysitters are listed in Troy, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Troy, IL
Gina was with our kiddos for just under two years. She is personable, dependable, and a great caregiver for our little's. She helped with…
Review for Gina N. by Sarah B.
Working with Lindsey is great- she is dependable and flexible with her scheduling when given advance notice, which works great for our…
Review for Lindsey D. by Samantha G.
She loves your child as if they are her own.
Review for Christine C. by Kayla G.
Babysitters in Troy, IL
Devin V.
Troy, IL
$22-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Devin and I am a Registered Respiratory Therapist. I enjoy arts and crafts, being active, and also love volunteering in my spare time! I am a very dependable person, who also is a great listener. I have worked in healthcare as 6 plus years. I love caring for others and helping in all facets! I have a dog, who...
Devin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with all age groups which has given me great confidence in caring for all children. Having superb experience with families in my past and the present makes me appreciate life as a caregiver even more. I am an experienced babysitter who genuinely enjoys being active with kids. I am energetic and creative in...
Gina can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Gina has been amazing for our kids, and we all L.O.V.E. her. Our daughter was 2 and son 5 months when Gina began caring for them. Previously our children had only been cared for by family, and refused care by anyone else. They both took to Gina immediately, and...
Angela T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 14 for children as young as 2 months. I have also worked in a daycare type environment with children ages 6-weeks to 12-year-old.
I was a live in nanny for 2. 5 years.
I am a mom to a super happy 11-month-old boy! I'm happy to watch another child or two in your home, or mine!
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lindsey has been a great help to us in our time of transition! She is fun and the kids love her. We like that she is active with them and engages them in play activities. Trustworthy and great with people!"
Maggie M.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Senior care given with such great compassion, care, detail, understanding, privacy and warmth. Services are delivered on time but making sure that they are not rushed.
Experience is vast ranging from working on hospital settings, assisted living, and home. The services rendered are companionship, housekeeping, medicine...
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She loves your child as if they are her own. "
Kayla G.
Tori G.
Edwardsville, IL
$15-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.7
(6)
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: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tori is the best thing that has happened to our family. She has been watching my 5-year-old since he was probably 1 and our daughter who is 4 since she was an infant. She is amazing, always can call her last minute and she will be there. LOVES the kids as if they...
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Lexi B.
Collinsville, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 25 years old and have many years of experience with childcare. I am happy to help with transportation, schooling, slight household cleaning, cooking, and planning fun activities for children. I am looking for a family who needs about 40 hours of help a week - negotiable depending on pay. I personally grew up with an...
Lexi can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Lexi was our babysitter for a little over 8 months. She had no problem doing anything that we needed for my son. My son is very high energy, and has behavioral issues, and she handled everything from daily medication, making lunches, and taking him to and from...
Stasia K.
Karly P.
Collinsville, IL
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am an Illinois native. Recently moved to Saint Louis after living in FL panhandle for a little over a year. I was working as an Occupational Therapy Assistant at a pediatrics outpatient clinic. I am looking for some extra money while I transition back to life in the midwest and also while obtaining my state therapy...
5.0
"Karly is incredibly sweet and flexible with my children. She outwardly cares for them and takes their safety seriously in driving them to school in the mornings. She isn't deterred by a sick child or being asked to run a side errand, instead, she is always eager...
Amy P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of 4 children and have helped care for my younger siblings. I am often responsible for helping my youngest brother, a 2nd grader, with remote learning. I keep his day on schedule and oversee him to ensure he completes his daily assigned tasks.
Additionally, I have babysat a range of children from age 1 to 11 for...
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Had to finally hire a new babysitter and Kara came through for us! She arrived early and the kids liked her! Will use her again for sure!"
Christopher O.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have had many years of experience when it comes to caring for children. I am CPR Certified & have taken babysitting classes with the Red Cross. I have worked at daycares & kid camps. I would have reliable transportation & have meal preparation as well as house keeping skills. I am very trustworthy, reliable, fun, &...
Aidryann can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"She is amazing. I trust her more than my own family. We love her!"
Dannielle W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Jariah. I am a part-time college student and was also recently released from duty in the United States Army. I have worked in the childcare industry for almost five years now. My mother is a licensed daycare provider and I worked for her. However, now that I am a young adult I am looking to branch out. Kids...
Jariah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I love having Jariah as my babysitter. She is very sweet and very full of energy."
Andrea D.
Mya S.
Edwardsville, IL
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Reliable College Student Looking To Make Your Life A Little Easier
5.0
(1)
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 some experience tutoring as well (both my sibling and other kiddos)....
Mya can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
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.
Stephanie R.
O Fallon, IL
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Stephanie, I have worked with kids throughout my life. I have also been a DSP LEAD SUPERVISOR for 4 years . Direct Support Professional working with adults who have disabilities. I'm very reliable and I care about others. I'm 30 years old with 2 boys of my own
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Marium R.
Lebanon, IL
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver For Infant Through Teens, Flexible Schedule, CPR And First Aid Certified
4.6
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have two amazing kids. I like doing crafts. I love working with children. It is very rewarding working with children. I have previous daycare experience with infants to school aged children. I have 5+ years experience of being a nanny for children from infant to 13 years old. I am an animal lover.
Marium can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Mari worked for us for over 3 years. She has been with our daughter since she was 6 months old. Mari is an excellent nanny - caring, loving, and very patient. She is always on time (actually usually she is early), she is a great communicator and very dependable....
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Madison N.
Glen Carbon, IL
$15-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've spent the last four years providing professional childcare to families in my community, and I'm passionate about supporting families by providing reliable, patient, and educational care for their children. My prior experience as a babysitter, along with my warm and friendly personality, allows me to easily connect with...
Addison B.
Edwardsville, IL
$15-50/hr • 2 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...
Hi there! My name is Madison and I am a teacher in the Parkway School District. I am looking to help out a family during the summer since I am off! I have always had a passion for working with kids so I have made a career out of it and would love to help you through the summer when kids are home. I have been babysitting since I...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Liz T.
Glen Carbon, IL
$17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi I'm Liz! I just moved to this area in June of 2022! I am seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in southern Illinois (near St Louis). As the oldest daughter of 5, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. My background with...
Liz can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Mikayla M.
Edwardsville, IL
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a sophomore nursing major at SIUE. I am a certified PCT(patient care technician.) I gained that while doing four months of clinicals in the NICU. I have several years of experience working with kids anywhere from newborns-12. I volunteered for 5 years at a church where I grew up and watched children there. I also have the...
Mikayla can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a full time Mom, I have a 3-year-old who is autistic and has a feeding tube. I have a CNA background, but I no longer do that work. im looking to do something during the day while my sons in therapy, I would have to go feed him at 11 everyday so you would need to be comfortable with me taking your little one with me.
Brittany can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hello, I am a single mother or three half grown girls. I have over 25 years of experience , teaching PE at all leaves. I worked at a Day Care through college and I am the oldest of 6 I have always been around kids I also teach swimming lessons.
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Troy, IL:
How can I find a Troy babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Troy, 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 1 babysitters in Troy, 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 Troy, IL?
The average rate for Troy, IL babysitters on Care.com is $22.00 per hour as of May 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 Troy, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Troy, 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.