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Infant babysitters in Braidwood, IL
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Amarah and I am 22 years old. I started babysitting professionally after I got CPR and first aid certified when I was 13. I am comfortable working with children of any age, and I've had substantial experience with children and infants 0 months- 8 years.
My availability is extremely open and flexible! I am a...
Amarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
I started working with kids when I was about 10. I have three siblings, all of which have children, so they referred to me as the built in babysitter!
In my spare time, I like to go fishing, or hiking with friends. I also like to spend time with family, kayaking, and top golf.
One thing you should know about me is I'm very...
5.0
"Abby was our live in nanny through my husband's family for two years. She was very helpful, friendly and look the time to access and care for each individualized needs for my children. They miss her dearly and we are thankful for the bond she has grown with them...
Krysta K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have watched children for 20 years and have three children of my own. I am a very organized person and pay close attention to detail. I genuinely LOVE children and enjoy providing a loving and nurturing environment where they can learn and grow. I am a very energetic person and love keeping busy! I am crafty, creative and love...
Amelia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Amelia is a wonderful friend and mother. Her patient, calm, and fun-loving personality make her the perfect caregiver for children. She has a clean, kid-friendly home. If I lived closer to Amelia, I would hire her as my daycare provider immediately."
Sara B.
Carlee C.
Kankakee, IL
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, fun, caring!
I like working with kids because I love taking care of others and watching them grow into there own little person!
I started working with kids when I was 12, I was babysitting all summer up until I was about 15 then I worked at a daycare and then a nanny :)
In my spare...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Carlee has loved my babies for the past 9 months (ages 4 and 1). She’s not only watched my children, but she’s also taken them to activities like the park, library, or the local kids museum. She’s been more than willing to help with grocery pickup too! Carlee has...
Care member
Melissa O.
Joliet, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Melissa, I am an experienced elementary teacher for 6 years and am excited to work with more kids this summer! I have had experience caring for young children for years now, worked at a daycare, cared for my younger cousins, was a summer camp counselor for 3-5-year-olds for 2 years and I have been babysitting for...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melissa has cared for our three children ages 2, 4, and 6 for the past year. She has been absolutely wonderful and the kids get excited to see her every time she watches them. She cared for the kids last summer while she was on summer break and has since covered...
Matt M.
Haylie F.
Manteno, IL
$17-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Haylie! I am 25 years old and currently live in Manteno, IL. I have been babysitting and watching children since I was 14. I have 4 younger siblings, so as the oldest I was basically the 2nd mom. I have babysat/ looked after newborns- teenagers. I am a huge disney fan and love going on walks, or just being...
Haylie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Haylie is the best! She is caring and patient and the kids adore her. She has tons of fun ideas and is great at keeping kids busy and happy! Haylie is also very responsible, reliable and trustworthy. You can not go wrong by choosing her!"
Bethany H.
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'd be more than happy to help , I'm fully vaccinated
I'd describe my personality as funny, loving, responsible
I like working with kids because I love spending time with them , they make my days happier I love every single thing that they come up with
I'm looking for a job that I could be helpful to make your life...
Diana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Diana helped us with after school care for 3 weeks. She primarily helped with after school activities. She was dependable and always on time. We would use her again"
Irem F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Victoria. I have many years of babysitting and nannying experience. I love kids!!! Tiny humans are so fun to be around. I love taking the tiny humans I take care for to parks, the library, crafting and playing with them. I am currently with a great family part time and am looking for another. Maybe I can help!
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Victoria does lots of activities with our kids. They're always going to a park, doing a craft, creative play, or baking. She keeps the kids active.
Our kids absolutely love her."
Alecia M.
Natalie B.
Wilmington, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Natalie I am a Kindergarten teacher with extra time over the summer. I've been teaching Kindergarten for 3 years under my PEL, was a full time sub before that and taught at a daycare. I have 7 years of teaching experience. I have over 150 field experience hours through GSU in infant, toddler, and primary grade...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"The first question our boys asked when Natalie left-----When can she come back?! She was great with boys, played with them the whole time and was super attentive to them. She updated us half way through the evening with how everything was going. Very polite and...
Greg B.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & 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.
Hi! As a mother of one daughter, she didn't really grow ip as an only child. Every day and almost every weekend we had a house full of kids that came to stay over and just be dropped off to visit. Now an empty nester, as they all grew up, I'm still known as second mom and enjoy babysitting their babies. I was a nanny for a year...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Hi! I have several years of experience babysitting and nannying, starting in my freshman year of high school. I love working with babies and toddlers and have extensive experience with this age group. I've also worked as an assistant teacher at Little Angels Daycare in Iowa City, caring for children ages 0-4. I'm available to...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
I have been babysitting since I was around 16 years old. I have been a nanny for two different families and have experience with children ages newborn to 8 years old. I am willing to help with household responsibilities as well as childcare. I love being hands on with children and helping them grow and learn.
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Mia A.
Shorewood, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Am 18 Years Old. I Have Babysat For 1 Year. I Really Enjoy Getting To Know The Kids.
I'd describe my personality as kind, outgoing, and fun.
I started working with kids when I had a baby cousin. I babysat her for a whole summer and realized how much I truly enjoyed to babysit.
In my spare time, I like to hangout with my friends, I love to travel places. I also love to shop, spend time outside and my family.
I...
Mia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
My mother works for Catholic Charities so I do a lot of volunteering within head start and early head start in the classrooms, ages birth to 5 years old. I also have 2 nephews that I babysit occasionally, ages 4 years old and the baby is a 1-year-old.
Summer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
1.0
(1)
Hello! I am a very loving, caring, friendly, and patient person. I have a few years of experience which includes: taking a child development and CPR course, babysitting small children and infants, helping out special needs children, and I even hosted birthday parties when I was a manager at McDonald's. With me, your child will...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi! My name is Becca and I've been working with kids in some way or another for the past 20 years - from volunteering in the nursery at my church to nannying to working at a daycare center. I also have two daughters ages 15 and 12.
I have always had a heart for children and care for each one as if they were my own. My greatest...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kathryn A.
Joliet, IL
$16-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Kade! Caring, fun, and responsible individual available for a consistent position as a sitter, support worker, or animal caregiver. I have a bachelor's degree in child development and a master's degree in social work. I'll make sure your loved one is safe and has fun!
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
You have reached your final destination! My name is Tracie! I am your dependable, energetic full-time nanny with experience. Valued for warmth, compassion, patience, and dedication. Adept at organizing children's routine schedules, meal planning and preparation. Strong communication skills relating to children of all ages.
I...
Tracie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Braidwood, IL
Abby B.
5.0
Abby was our live in nanny through my husband's family for two years. She was very helpful, friendly and look the time to access and care for each individualized needs for my children. They miss her dearly and we are thankful for the bond she has grown with them over the past 5 years. She was great...
- Krysta K.
Amelia S.
5.0
Amelia is a wonderful friend and mother. Her patient, calm, and fun-loving personality make her the perfect caregiver for children. She has a clean, kid-friendly home. If I lived closer to Amelia, I would hire her as my daycare provider immediately.
- Sara B.
Carlee C.
5.0
Carlee has loved my babies for the past 9 months (ages 4 and 1). She’s not only watched my children, but she’s also taken them to activities like the park, library, or the local kids museum. She’s been more than willing to help with grocery pickup too! Carlee has been incredibly flexible, working...
- Care member
Melissa O.
5.0
Melissa has cared for our three children ages 2, 4, and 6 for the past year. She has been absolutely wonderful and the kids get excited to see her every time she watches them. She cared for the kids last summer while she was on summer break and has since covered date nights for us and sat for the...
- Matt M.
Haylie F.
5.0
Haylie is the best! She is caring and patient and the kids adore her. She has tons of fun ideas and is great at keeping kids busy and happy! Haylie is also very responsible, reliable and trustworthy. You can not go wrong by choosing her!
- Bethany H.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Braidwood, IL
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Braidwood, IL in April, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Braidwood have rates starting at $21.25.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Braidwood, IL?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 4 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Braidwood, IL?
There are 4 infant babysitters near you in Braidwood, IL. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.