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194 child care providers are listed in Plainfield, IL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in Plainfield, IL

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Brandy T.


Plainfield, IL

$20-25/hr20 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

4.5

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Children are my passion. I have worked with them in day cares, preschools and in private homes. I have been an assistant, a teacher, a care provider, a nanny and a mother. I have completed coursework in early childhood education and have worked with children for over 15 years. I have created and prepared all natural organic baby...
Brandy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

4.0
"Brandy was a good candidate, presented herself well on the phone interview. Was very accommodating of our needs. Easy to communicate with. Would hire if things work out."

Shilpa M.

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Nicole S.


Plainfield, IL

$32-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am currently reside in Plainfield, IL. I am currently available to help regularly or the occasional date night out. My experience: I have over 10 years of experience in childcare working as a full-time nanny for multiple summers, before and after-school care during the school year, and worked as a live in nanny in...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nicole is one of the most incredible people I've ever known and I highly recommend her for any of your care needs. She's kind, genuine, and a fantastic caregiver to both children and pets. She also has several years of experience nannying for several families in...

Jonathan P.

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Thomas C.


Plainfield, IL

$15-22/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate, Caring, Energetic Babysitter/ Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Thomas and I am a father to two amazing children. They are my entire world. I am an extremely compassionate individual whom would make an excellent male role model in your child's life. I have over 10 years of caregiving experience. With my own children, and with other children I have been a caregiver to. I also...
Thomas can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"One of the best caregivers we have had. Talented, smart, energetic individual who took amazing care of my little ones. Would highly recommend!!!"

Carolie K.

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Au'sset B.


Plainfield, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny, House Manager, Personal Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children for 15 years since I started babysitting at 11. I have also volunteered (with pay) at a local day care during the summer since I was in high school and have worked in a program. I have taken care of two close families (nanny share) who have children around the same age; I have experience taking...
Au'sset can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Ausset is patient, energetic and caring present. Ausset has a 12-year old brother and a 10-year-old sister that she has babysat since they were little. At the age of 11, she receive her babysitter certificate. Since then, Ausset has worked as a sitter in the...

Virginia R.

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Jaylen J.


Plainfield, IL

$19/hr3 yrs exp

Full Of Energy And Ready To Lend A Hand!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! A few things to know about me is that I currently have 2 years of professional experience working with children. I also currently have my paraprofessional license meaning that I am certified to work alongside with children that have autism or any other developmental disability in home or educational environments.
Jaylen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"We hired Jaylen to nanny our three month old and 2.5 year old. We were so impressed by her. She is dependable, punctual, and mature beyond her years. She is a very calm and patient person. Our three month old wasn't the easiest baby, but he instantly took to her...

Anjali K.

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Virginia R.


Plainfield, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Nanny Or Sitter Position

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and I have experience with infants through school-age children for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education...
Virginia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Virginia is a Godsend to my family. She supports our military family by providing child care early in the morning and all day into the evening. We couldn't do our duty without her help! She has been very flexible with our crazy schedule, and that is priceless!...

Trudy P.

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Lillian H.


Plainfield, IL

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Fun Grandmotherly Sitter Who Adores Children

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm a warm, responsible and mature woman with many years of experience taking care of all ages of children, including those with special needs. I believe in doing all kinds of age appropriate activities with little ones as it helps them grow and learn. I will do crafts, use building toys, read and play games with your children,...
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lillian is a warm and engaging caretaker who we love talking to. She has a lot experience with children and it shows. She is at ease with our son who is one and half and we enjoy the peace of mind of having her as our caretaker!"

Marlene B.

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Jemima L.


Plainfield, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Creative, compassionate, and highly dependable doula and nanny who has more than 30 years of experience caring for children from newborn to 18 years old. Flexible caregiver who can handle unexpected changes in schedule or situations with ease, grace, and confidence.
Jemima can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"She is amazing with the kids and always full of energy"

Menka A.

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Rachel S.


Plainfield, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name's Rachel and I'm 26. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 13. I have experience with nannying, summer babysitting, date night babysitting, daycare assistant, pet care, etc. I am American Red Cross First Aid/CPR certified. I currently am a realtor and work a part time nannying job. My current nannying job will...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rachel is currently nannying part-time for my soon to be 6 month old. As a first time mom I was really nervous about leaving my baby with a stranger, but her outgoing personality instantly won me over. She's punctual, attentive, and has great communication. We love...

Abbie P.

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Bradi O.


Plainfield, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist Student- Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Bradi and I am a graduate student at University studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to take a babysitting certification class through the park district at the age of 12. I have babysat for countless families...
Bradi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Ayla R.


Plainfield, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Ayla. I'm a mama to a beautiful 3-year-old girl that I would need to bring along with me. I am seeking a new family for the coming school year. I have over 10 years of child care experience! I enjoy all things crafty, baking and having dance parties. Hope to hear from you!
Ayla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ayla is a very bubbly and sweet person. She is always smiling and just has a great energy about her. I have a 5, 4, and 11 month old. My 4 year old has severe ADHD and Ayla is able to connect with him and hold his attention with arts and crafts she puts together. I...

Jianna M.

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Lesley M.


Plainfield, IL

$25-38/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mom Of All Trades

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Mom of 3 teenagers 19, 16, and 14. With one off to college, and one that can drive now, my schedule has opened up to help another family with their needs. I can provide: Before and after school care Driving to and from activities Homework help Meal Prep Pet walking/sitting Packing/Unpacking and more... Just ask!
Lesley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Lesley was awesome with our 2 little kids! Thanks!!"

Kelly G.

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Chris G.


Plainfield, IL

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Chris and I love children. I am outgoing, energetic, fun and responsible. I am willing to drop off or pick up children from activities. I enjoy swimming, bike riding or just hanging out having fun with the kids.
Chris can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Chris was the absolute best with our 3 year old son. He loved that she played anything and everything with him and would often take him outside for walks and outside activities. She was great at communicating while watching him often sending pictures and updates...

Andrea L.

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Jason C.


Plainfield, IL

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Day Maker

Hello! My name is Jason. I graduated from Plainfield South highschool in 2020. I am 22 years old. In addition to babysitting, I have been running my own tutoring business for the last four years now. With that being said, I would be more than willing to help with any and all homework within the grade levels K-12. I am a part of...
Jason can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Other we did not hire Jason we would consider him for future."

Freya H.

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Mary M.


Plainfield, IL

$17-20/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Mary, I'm 24 years old and I studied elementary special education At Illinois State. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and have been a nanny for the past six years. I come from a huge family and have always been surrounded by children in my whole life. Whether it's my nieces and nephews, neighbors,...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Child care centers in Plainfield, IL

Extraordinary Kydz Home Learning Center

Extraordinary Kydz Home Learning Center

25206 Gettysburg Road, Plainfield, IL

Our goal is to provide high quality childcare services in a trusting and supportive environment. We strive to assist each child with developing into responsible and independent learners where we foster each child's individual value, uniqueness, and promote life learning skills in an ever-changing...

Kiddie Academy of Plainfield

Kiddie Academy of Plainfield

13703 South Route 59, PLAINFIELD, IL

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

Smart Start Academy

Smart Start Academy

13250 S. Route 59 Ste 100, Plainfield, IL

Smart Start Academy is a premium child care facility that provides the best services in childcare, for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age. We pride ourselves in having an incredibly knowledgeable staff, an extremely rigorous curriculum, and a truly warm and nurturing environment that will...

Primrose School of Plainfield

Primrose School of Plainfield

23755 W 135th Street, Plainfield, IL

Primrose School of Plainfield is a private preschool serving Plainfield and surrounding communities. We partner with parents to help children build the right foundation for future learning and life, and offer an environment that helps children have fun while nurturing Active Minds, Healthy Bodies...

Home Away From Home

Home Away From Home

16553 Spangler Rd, Plainfield, IL

Hi! I am a stay at home mom who offers care to a couple of children in addition to my own 3 year old daughter. I believe whole heartedly in the individual attention and comfort that being in a home environment provides. Our days are spent learning through play, reading, pretend, creating and...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Plainfield, IL

Brandy T.

5.0

My son loved Brandy and always enjoyed the time he spent with her. I would recommend Brandy for any age child.

- Larissa W.

Nicole S.

5.0

Very kind and gentle young woman. My little guy went right to her. I recommend her 100%. She's great at communicating, and I trust her with my son. Arrived on time. Attentive to my little guy. I'm hoping to keep her as regular babysitter. She's AWESOME!

- Jennifer W.

Thomas C.

5.0

He did a great job with our kids. He is very responsible, and his son is so precious. We let him bring him along sometimes when his wife couldn't watch him. Great person!!

- Mary R.

Au'sset B.

5.0

Au'sset was our son's nanny from the time he was 4 months old to the time he was a little over 2 years old. As a baby, our son needed a lot of holding and soothing. Au'sset was so patient, sensitive and responsive to his needs. She would hold him for hours and sing to him to soothe him or help him...

- Margaret B.

Jaylen J.

5.0

We hired Jaylen to nanny our three month old and 2.5 year old. We were so impressed by her. She is dependable, punctual, and mature beyond her years. She is a very calm and patient person. Our three month old wasn't the easiest baby, but he instantly took to her and we would always say that he is...

- Anjali K.

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Ratings for Plainfield, IL child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Child Care Providers in Plainfield, IL are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61 reviews of the 194 listed child care providers.