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Find infant babysitters in Algonquin, IL that you’ll love

60 infant babysitters are listed in Algonquin, IL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 8 years

Infant babysitters in Algonquin, IL

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Colleen P.


Cary, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Child Care Provider.

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a state certified Elementary School Teacher with 11 years of full time teaching experience. In addition to that, I was also employed by a child care facility for several years. I have baby-sat children since I was in Junior High. I have been a live-in child care provider for two different families.(One the year after I...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nicole P.


Island Lake, IL

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years

4.5

(11)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting when I was 10. I have taken care of children of all ages newborn-teenage. I have worked as a babysitter but mostly as a full time nanny/ house manager. I have experience with multiples as well as special needs. I am also CPR/first-aid certified. I do not have children of my own but do have a niece and a...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nicole watched my dogs for an evening, fed them, gave them some attention, and kept them safe while I was out. She asked all the right questions and was very professional. "

Care member

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Colleen S.


Lake in the Hills, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Caretaker Available

Hello there parents! My name is Colleen, I am 25 years old. I have been a caretaker for family members to neighbors for at least 5 years. I babysat a family with a 2-year-old son and a 7-year-old girl for 4 years. I have watched newborn babies for relatives on and off throughout the years. I have attended nursing school and had...
Colleen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Colleen sat for my two children for many years. She was an excellent caregiver and my children were thrilled to have her sit with them. I always felt very comfortable leaving my children with her knowing that she is a very capable and caring person. Her sunny...

Tina H.

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Ruby V.


Elgin, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Responsible Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Ruby, I'm very good with children and will give 100%of my attention to your kids. I'm trustworthy reliable , loyal, responsible , and a great loving person. I can do simple housework (cleaning, laundry, cook, dog walking)and drive kids where they need to go .
Ruby can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Moriah B.


Lake in the Hills, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I provide excellent care services by having clear, structured expectations and offering fun, engaging activities. I am experienced with a diverse variety of needs and ages. Below is a summary of my experience/qualifications: -Currently a teacher, pursuing Special Ed accreditation (1 yr) -Teaching assistant/after school care...
Moriah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Moriah was a great find! She did a fantastic job with our 8 year old son, he had nothing but good things to say about his time with her. I would highly recommend her."

Jeff B.

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Jennifer M.


Cary, IL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time, Evenings And/Or Weekend Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Available for Weekends and after 5:30 only. I travel for my day job , so I cannot commit to a set schedule. But I love animals and kids, so hopefully I can help you with your family's needs. I have many years of experience caring for all ages of children. I have two sons, aged 37 and 27, as well as 2 granddaughters, aged 12 and...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Jenn is fantastic with our dog, a pit/Shepherd mix, and our two girls, who she's been watching since they were born. Highly recommend."

Cassie K.

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Brittany S.


Dundee, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I have an abundance of experience in caring for children of various ages all the way from newborns to elementary school. I started caring for my siblings as we were growing up as well as volunteering to care for children at our church during Sunday school lessons. I also have been consistently assisting my sister...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Brittany is wonderful with my boys! She is my go to sitter for date nights, or even if I need her to watch my boys for a few hours while I run errands. She follows every request I have to the T, and my boys love when she "visits". "

Stephanie F.

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Natalia L.


Gilberts, IL

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring Sitter (teacher)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a passionate and dedicated childcare provider with over five years of experience, I am committed to nurturing and educating children in a safe and nurturing environment. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles in the past, which ignited my love for caring for children. My calm and patient demeanor...
Natalia can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Anna S.


Huntley, IL

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Anna and I'm energetic 44 years old mother of three teenage girls with over 10 years of babysitting and some preschool teaching experience. I really enjoy watching children grow and learn, helping them as they grow and face new challenges in school and life in general. I feel our responsibility as parents and...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Anna is extremely sweet, gentle, understanding, and flexible. I am extremely happy to have her with my 11 month old! Anna understands that all children are at different stages and she learns what best works for your child."

Sara O.

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Autumn B.


Crystal Lake, IL

$19/hr7 yrs exp

Childcare That Brings Peace Of Mind

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Autumn. I am a passionate, nurturing, caring, and creative individual with experience with children ages 3 months- 11 years, including twins. I feel most comfortable supervising 3 children at a time (dependent on age and their needs). I currently watch a 1. 5-year-old. For context, I've been babysitting for...
Autumn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Autumn is amazing with our son. Always has activities planned for him to Keep busy. She is a wonderful young lady and we always have peace of mind when she's babysitting."

Sarah T.

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Amanda F.


Barrington, IL

$15-33/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And Future Teacher!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a special education teacher in Cook county. I have experience in teaching music, math, reading, writing, social studies, and science. I was a camp counselor for many years and experience with all ages of children. I am also an animal lover, I directed the barn program at a camp. I currently have a rabbit and a dog...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very bubbly, energetic, responsible and LOVES caring for children and animals."

Lee F.

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Elizabeth C.


Island Lake, IL

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny/House Manager Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a caregiver in some fashion most of my life. I began watching children towards the end of grade school and continued babysitting until I graduated from high school. Shortly after graduation I earned a diploma as a medical assistant and went to work for a pediatrician. I supported myself in college working...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Liz cared for my three boys during the last school year. She was always on time and was very reliable. She was responsible for driving my kids to and from school and activities, and I never once worried about their safety. She managed our hectic and sometimes crazy...

Allie B.

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Danielle K.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Caring Experienced Occasional/Date-Night Sitter!

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Danielle, I am 25 years old and I have a passion for working with children! Currently, I'm a nanny to two girls in North Barrington, who are 7 and 9 yrs. I have been with this family for almost 8 years. I'm looking for a new full-time position due to the children being back in school and the girls don't need me as...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Danielle was a big help when I needed a last minute babysitter. She was responsive to messages (and forgiving when I missed a scheduled call!). She was great with my kids and they loved playing with her, they can't wait to have her back again! Danielle was also...

Emily V.

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Karly H.


Cary, IL

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Karly! I'm 24 years old and I have my drivers license and my own car. My favorite job to tell everyone about was that I was a Disney Princess for kids birthday parties!! I have been working with kids for several years. I have worked as a teacher for dance/gymnastics in Buffalo Grove. I have taught in a Learning...
Karly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Karly was great. I would hire her again without hesitation. "

Jeff B.

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Justyna K.


Lake in the Hills, IL

$22-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Polish and English Speaker Are you looking for someone you can trust with your kids? I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. I manage kids when they are upset or troubled in a very calm and well manner. I understand the process and the support that is needed. I have babysat family and friends from a very young age. I...
Justyna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Very attentive Good communication and helped to establish a safe environment. Helped monitor multiple moving parts and was responsible and professional."

Simon J.

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Ann F.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Childcare Provider

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two sons who are now 19 and 23 years old. I have been a long term resident of Crystal Lake, IL. My husband and I raised our children in Crystal Lake. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology and spent many years with a career in social services. I enjoy part time work at this stage in my life that has...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sydney F.


Crystal Lake, IL

$17-25/hr14 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a responsible, active, playful, trustworthy, patient, caring, and experienced sitter for your children and/or animals. I began babysitting regularly 10+ years ago, worked as a daycare teacher/worker for 6 years, CPR certified, and recently graduated with a masters in Speech-Language Pathology. I frequently watch my nieces...
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sydney is a fantastic babysitter for my 14 month old daughter. Sydney started babysitting for my little one when she was a newborn and we have had the pleasure of having her continue to babysit and watching my daughter grow. She is responsible, caring, honest,...

Care member

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Nicole A.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15/hr20 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Early Childhood Educator, And ABA Therapist

Hello! I am Nicole! I am the oldest of seven children and have been babysitting since I was 10. As I grew up I continued that passion for taking care of kids by completing my Bachelors degree in Psychology with a focus on Early Childhood Development. I recently began my MSW with a PEL certification to become a school social...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Nicole is my neighbor and I have known her for 1.5 years. She is excellent with kids and goes above and beyond with them, such as working on their letters and numbers. She is very kind, patient, and always has a smile. I would trust her with my 3 girls anytime! "

Shannon G.

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Andrea F.


Lake in the Hills, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Quality Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have ample babysitting experience 8+ years. A Care member for at least five years. Since 2019, I also became a caregiver for the elderly due to my father falling ill. I work through an agency PT. Schedule can be flexible if need be. Whether caregiving for children or the elderly, the reward is the same. I feel fulfilment in...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Andrea worked with us for almost 2 years as a daily nanny/sitter for us. She is one of the kindest people I know. My daughter adores her, she is punctual, made meals, helped with laundry and was a delight to be around. We were sad to see her move or else would...

Jen R.

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Katelyn Z.


Barrington, IL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

I have recently moved back to Lake Zurich. I have 9 years babysitting/nanny from newborn to 13-year-olds. I am friendly, caring, and loving person. I love watching children. I am willing to play any game or activity that the children want. I enjoy taking the children outside and playing any out door they like. I also enjoy pets...
Katelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Katelyn cared for our children, ages 5 & 7. She was great! We look forward to having her come over again soon."

Eve F.

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Algonquin, IL

Nicole P.

5.0

Nicole has always been amazing with the kids and very helpful and accommodating! She’s been able to help us in a pinch and is so sweet!

- Care member

Colleen S.

5.0

Colleen sat for my two children for many years. She was an excellent caregiver and my children were thrilled to have her sit with them. I always felt very comfortable leaving my children with her knowing that she is a very capable and caring person. Her sunny disposition and gentle manner make...

- Tina H.

Moriah B.

5.0

Moriah was great! She recently watched our kids, aged 1,5, and 9. Three kids for about 7 hours! The kids loved hanging out with her and she was professional, caring, and communicated well with the kids and my wife and I. She was very positive and we loved having her watch our kids.

- Andy R.

Jennifer M.

5.0

For years, Jennifer has been a god send to our family. We have relied on Jen to walk, check in, and dog sit our Italian Greyhound Canti. Jennifer is a special person. Some of Jen's top qualities are caring, nurturing, dependable, punctual, and most importantly trustworthy. We have also contracted...

- Jessica D.

Brittany S.

5.0

Brittany is wonderful with my boys! She is my go to sitter for date nights, or even if I need her to watch my boys for a few hours while I run errands. She follows every request I have to the T, and my boys love when she "visits".

- Stephanie F.

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