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Babysitters in Wilmington, IL
Nicole V.
Manteno, IL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Niki. I have over 10 years of experience babysitting, watching children in a daycare and preschool setting, and being a caregiver for persons with disabilities. I had several reviews here on care. com but my old account was lost when I chose not to renew because I was already employed again. References are...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Alyssa D.
Elwood, IL
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello families! My name is Alyssa! I am 22 years old looking for a family to nanny or babysit for! I am an early childhood teachers assistant therefore I have the summers off and am looking for something to occupy me in the summer. I am CPR certified and have my own form of transportation. I am experienced with special education...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Sarah T.
Manhattan, IL
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Absolutely Love Being Interacting With Kids! I Have Babysat My Whole Life I Love It!
I have years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Laundry and other chores. I have been around kids all of growing up, including volunteering at my local church to serve in the kid's classrooms. I love the energy kid's have and I love having a fun time and making good memories with them! :) I am willing to drive,...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kelly C.
Manhattan, IL
$17-39/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi I'm Kelly, I will in manhattan and have years experience with caring for kids. I started watching kids in high school I watch twin boys sense they were 3 months old. I have also helped watch my niece and nephew. One sense birth the other sense he was 2. They are now 2 and 4. I do not like to just put kids in front of the tv....
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Barbara S.
Manteno, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Barbara. I am a active 59-year-old woman. I have had a lot of experience with taking care of children and babies. At this phase of my life I am looking to do what brings me joy. That is taking care of the young ones. I hope to bring them as much joy as they bring me. I am very responsible, reliable, loving...
Barbara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Melissa H.
Manhattan, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10+ years of experience in child and senior care. I can help with Light Housekeeping, meal prep, homework and crafts. Pets are also well cared for.
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am very experienced in cat care and have been a cat foster parent for 6 years. I've probably had over 50 different cats in my house, and have experience dealing with cats who are ill or have conditions.
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning
I started babysitting as a teenager on my own as well as in a home daycare for two years. As an adult, I have had 4 children of my own, two boys and two girls when they were younger I was a stay at home mom and was a caregiver in my home for many years.
Emily B.
Manhattan, IL
$19/hr • 7 yrs exp
Im passionate about positively impacting children's lives, which led me to become a childcare provider with 7 years of experience caring for kids aged 0-11. As a patient and calm individual, I prioritize open communication with parents, using written daily reports and their preferred communication method to discuss their child's...
Tessa S.
Manhattan, IL
$15-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tessa, and I'm 26 and I've been baby sitting since I was 11 years old. I love kids and pets and I am comfortable watching children of all ages. I played lacrosse in college so if your kiddos love sports I'm more than happy to do that with them!
Tessa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ariana R.
Manhattan, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am currently a senior earning my degree in elementary education with a minor is special education. I have always been passionate about working with children and nourishing their little minds which is why I would like to continue providing care for children while I am home for the summer. I would describe myself as...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have three young children of my own. I am an attentive sitter and engage with the children the whole time. Whether it's doing an art project or playing with toys, I aim to keep the children smiling. I work best with younger children and babies, but I know tweens and teenagers would still have a good time. Learning is always...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Olivia was great! Very friendly and our 18 month old was immediately drawn to her. Importantly, Olivia was punctual and dependable. 100% would recommend and would reach out to her again."
Rommie J.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am available to babysit, pet sit, house sit, and/or run errands! I have worked for several families through Care doing short term nannying that I am still in contact with today.
- First Aid / CPR / AED Certified through my college
- College graduate (assoc degree)
- 6+ Years experience working with kids
- Love animals
I am...
Autumn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Autumn got my sixth grader to and from his football practice and games this past football season. She was never late and she was always kept me informed. We would definitely recommend "our" sweet Autumn to any other family needing childcare."
Brittni H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Danielle! :) I recently moved to Florida from the suburbs of Chicago. Currently, I dog sit and am looking for a part time babysitting or additional pet sitting job. My current job has different days and hours every week so I have flexibility for date night sitting and pet sitting as well! I love working with kids, and...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Danielle is an excellent sitter and we enjoy having her as part of our family. She doesn't just watch the kids, she interacts with them."
Patricia O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jaycee! I am looking for a family for the summer. As I am a middle school ELA teacher. I enjoy working with all ages of children!
Jaycee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Jaycee has been a wonderful addition to our family as a weekly childcare provider. She is very dependable and always brings fun activities for the kids to do. My children adore her and can't wait her her next sitting day! I would recommend Jaycee for any type of...
Jamie S.
4.7
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer being caring, supportive, compassionate and patient. I'm a nanny and also a caregiver. I'm great with kids. I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well.
I like working with kids because kids' rock! They...
Bonniejean can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Bonniejean stepped in as a caregiver for my dad while he has been recovering from surgery. She started working for our family while l was out of town, and I came back to find his house nicely cleaned and organized. She also makes him filling meals, does laundry and...
Care member
Brena Y.
Bourbonnais, IL
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Brena Y. I'm a 25-year-old math teacher. I love children of all ages and am super pet friendly too. I have a 4-year-old Border Collie mix who also loves children and other pets. The 3 words that describe myself would be reliable, hard working and patient.
Brena can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Brena has done well in her educational academics. She showed professionalism while working with student in the school setting. She has a bubbly personality and dependable."
Emily J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a special education teacher. I have taught in every setting (elementary, junior high, and now high school). I have worked with children for more than 10 years, either in a baby sitter capacity to daycare worker, summer nanny. I am available for babysitting and tutoring. I can prepare meals and do light house keeping. My...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amy had been caring for my kids before and after school. Even after one week working with my son, his grades have improved and he is more engaged. She has been wonderful!"
Lucy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother and I have cared for kids ranging from newborns to 7-year-olds I am very attentive and tolerant I really really do love kids I like to treat every child like they are my own and also like I would want my child to be treated.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Gen took care of my parents in their home for almost a year. She was always kind, tolerant, reasonable, patient, and pleasant. She is honest, reliable, and easy to get along with. Gen feels like family and I can't recommend her highly enough. She's a wonderful...
Kim A.
Amanda P.
Lockport, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
As a childcare provider with 15 years of experience, I've learned that every day is a new adventure! My nurturing spirit and love for children guide me in creating a safe and enriching environment where they can grow, learn, and have fun. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children, ranging from newborns to 11-year-olds.
My...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Amanda has babysat our daughter multiple times. She's wonderful with children - friendly, creative and patient. She's great at keeping our toddler entertained, while also safe and happy. I would recommend Amanda to any family looking for a caring and dependable...
Lauren F.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Wilmington, IL
Olivia S.
5.0
Our little guy warmed up to her no problem and everything went great for our second time with a non-family member babysitter! Thank you Olivia!
- Care member
Autumn N.
5.0
Autumn, is our go-to babysitter. She's very kind and helpful. She follows through with any instruction or schedule I give her for our children. The kids have fun with her and enjoy whenever she comes over. I would highly recommend hiring her. She's responsible and professional.
- Care member
Danielle H.
5.0
Danielle is a very fun, caring babysitter for my kids. I have hired her for date nights and every time after I get home, my kids won't stop talking about how much fun they had, which is impressive! I love seeing them happy. Great person and great sitter.
- Kayla H.
Jaycee J.
5.0
Jaycee has been our nanny four days a week since January. She has been great with our three children ages 5, 4, and almost 2. She prepares meals for them, plays games with them, and keeps them on a daily schedule. She is always on time and very dependable. I would recommend Jaycee.
- Kerry M.
Bonniejean M.
5.0
Bonnie is absolutely wonderful with our daughter! We are very pleased with her and are lucky we found her! She is kind, patient, friendly, outgoing, and very caring!! She spends a lot of time doing hands on activities with our daughter! She is learning so much each and every day! I highly recommend...
- Stephanie D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Wilmington, IL:
How can I find a Wilmington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Wilmington, 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 2 babysitters in Wilmington, 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 Wilmington, IL?
The average rate for Wilmington, IL babysitters on Care.com is $17.50 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 Wilmington, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Wilmington, 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.