Find babysitters in Urbana, IL that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Urbana, IL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years

Babysitters in Urbana, IL

Lylha M.


Urbana, IL

$14-50/hr2 yrs exp

I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare. With two years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to two children, ages 0-11. My personality is a perfect fit for childcare: patient, calm, creative, imaginative, friendly, and approachable. A priority for me is to keep parents up-to-date on...
Lylha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance

Margaret D.


Urbana, IL

$15-18/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Margaret, a current college student with a passion for providing dependable and compassionate care. I offer kid sitting, pet sitting, house sitting, tutoring, and errand-running services to help make your life easier. With a strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail, I ensure children are engaged and safe,...
Skills:

First Aid

I'm a childcare provider with a decade of experience, and I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I'm patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly, and I'm comfortable enforcing household rules. I have experience with special needs children, and I'm also First Aid and CPR certified. I love...
Kallee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I'm an UIUC student who's passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. I'm based in Mokena during breaks and Urbana during school. With 3 years of experience, I've worked at Lifetime Fitness as a camp counselor, where I've honed my skills and my love of being a nurturing presence in...
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

I like working with kids because seeing them grow and learn new things is so exciting. I started working with kids when I was 18 years old at a private school. I immediately fell in love with all the babies I had and watched them all grow up! In my spare time, I like to spend time with my mom and my 4 dogs

Kennedy W.


Urbana, IL

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

All About Kennedy

I have been working as a preschool teacher at a local private school for about a year now. I am CPR certified and have lots of experience with children ages 3-6. I'd describe my personality as outgoing, empathetic, and humorous! I like working with kids because they tend to see the world in such a happy and bright way which...
As a passionate and experienced caregiver, I have dedicated the last four years to nurturing the well-being and development of children. My journey began as a foster child, where I discovered my love for caring for younger children. Since then, I've had the privilege of supporting families and friends by providing childcare,...
Paris can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep

April P.


Urbana, IL

$22-50/hr11 yrs exp

Hello, I Am April. I'm A 3rd Grade Teacher.

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...

Anna E.


Urbana, IL

$25/hr10 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

Piper H.


Urbana, IL

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Full-Time Caregiver, Senior Caregiver, Possible Nanny.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have babysat two boys the ages of 2 and 6 years old. We played and watched TV. Then the younger one had to go to bed early. The older one stayed up and watched TV for about an hour. I have also watched newborns, toddlers and older children. I love to help them learn and play board games with them. I am also an experienced CNA.
Piper can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

Erica K.


Urbana, IL

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Erica, and I am a freshman at UIUC. I have 5 years of experience in child care and have worked with children from 6 months-13 years. I am willing to help with homework and after school activities. I love working with kids and am happy to help!!
Erica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Carli K.


Savoy, IL

$15-18/hr5 yrs exp

Guaranteed Smile Creator And A Fun Girl!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! Experience below: Nanny- (07/2020-01/2021) Babysitting (5+ years) Daycare- (01/2021-07/2022) AMC Theatres (1. 5 years) My name is Carli and I am a junior at UIUC! I am majoring in Elementary Education! I have experience with children aged 1-13 and have a deep understanding of Early Childhood! I would love to help you...
Carli can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Carli is an amazing human being. She worked very well with our family. She is the right mix of fun and seriousness and seamlessly managed my three kids, helping them with homework and any other task assigned. My children and I both loved having her here and she...

Miriah R.

Sophie H.


Champaign, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & 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.

Matt L.


Champaign, IL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Childcare Provider

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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

Katie M.


Champaign, IL

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I love being outside and doing crafts. I am a happy, outgoing, fun-loving person. I worked with the Crystal Lake Park District summer camp for two summers. I worked with 4-9 children at a time throughout the summer. The children were from the ages of 6-8.
Katie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katie is phenomenal! She is professional, kind, attentive, knowledgeable, safety-conscious…everything you would want in someone caring for your child/children. She watched our two young children on a regular basis and we are so lucky we had her before she moved on...

Care member

Jeidy S.


Champaign, IL

$15/hr3 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.

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, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

Alison N.


Champaign, IL

$23-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter Available For Early Morning, Weeknight, And Weekend Babysitting Jobs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a Research Scientist at the University after having graduated with my bachelor's degree in materials engineering in 2022. I am available for early morning, weeknights into the evenings, as well at most times during the weekend. I am caring, outgoing, energetic, and ready to have fun! I'm a strong student who would...
Alison can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ali is a responsible and enthusiastic young lady. She's extremely well prepared and organized with projects for young children that keep them entertained. She's also eager to help others in any capacity and highly dependable."

Julie B.

Ashlyn B.


Champaign, IL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Inspiring, Fun-loving, Responsible

I love to clean and organize. I like to read with kids, help with homework, and talk about their favorite things. I like going on walks and playing games together as well. In my spare time, I like to read and explore new places. I enjoy learning about what inspires others. I love to create whimsical moments out of every day...

Anna E.


Savoy, IL

$18-50/hr15 yrs exp

I'm a childcare provider with 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and I have a positive experience in previous babysitting roles. I'm also committed to supporting families and providing a reliable child care option for them. I'm a patient and...

Aleksandra S.


Champaign, IL

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

Cautious And Experienced Babysitter

I have experience with children since I was a child myself. I learned to change diapers, be patient, and most importantly I learned to be responsible. I have a 10-year-old brother and have plenty of experience babysitting. I am always open to suggestions and I learn quickly. As a babysitter I'm fully aware of the responsibility...
Aleksandra can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Urbana, IL

Carli K.

5.0

Carli is an amazing human being. She worked very well with our family. She is the right mix of fun and seriousness and seamlessly managed my three kids, helping them with homework and any other task assigned. My children and I both loved having her here and she will greatly be missed. I hope to...

- Miriah R.

Sophie H.

5.0

Great babysitter! Sophie is very reliable and is always there when I need her.

- Valerie P.

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.

Katie M.

5.0

Katie is phenomenal! She is professional, kind, attentive, knowledgeable, safety-conscious…everything you would want in someone caring for your child/children. She watched our two young children on a regular basis and we are so lucky we had her before she moved on to a new opportunity. If you happen...

- Care member

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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Ratings for Urbana, IL babysitters listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Babysitters in Urbana, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.