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

60 infant babysitters are listed in Elsah, IL

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

The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 5 years

Infant babysitters in Elsah, IL

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Kaya E.


Elsah, IL

$18-24/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hi! I am the oldest child to 2 little brothers (6 and 12). I love animals and going on adventures! I was a camp counselor for 2 years at an overnight camp where I cultivated my skills as a leader, educator, team player, communicator, public speaker, and creative problem-solver by leading cabin of 11-14 children, specifically,...
Kaya can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kaya was thoughtful, organized and friendly! "

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Rhonda M.


Godfrey, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving, Mother Looking For Children To Babysit

4.4

(5)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have four children of my own. The last two I adopted are the most important things in the world to me. I did foster care for about 5 years before we adopted. I cared for all kinds of different types of children with different needs, a lot of them were special needs children. We enjoyed taking care of all the children we had...
Rhonda can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Rhonda is the best child care provider EVER!! She has been caring for our daughter for over a year now and we when had our last girl we NEVER considered anyone else. We are an Air Force family and we are so grateful to have "Grandma" Rhonda!! Yes, she has pets but...

Beth S.

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Faith E.


Florissant, MO

$13-25/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked as a babysitter earlier in my life. After I started college I stopped babysitting. Recently I had my own daughter and I am trying to get back into baby sitting. Caring for children is a passion of mine. I'm in school to become a pediatric nurse.
Faith can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
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Lizabeth S.


Florissant, MO

$30/hr20 yrs exp

I Look Forward To Taking Care Of More Children.

I am a teacher. I have taught for 24 years. I am CPR and first aid certified I'd describe my personality as fun, playful, and respectful. I like working with kids because when I was young, I struggled in school. A teacher connected with me and made a big difference in my life. I like to return that through other...
Lizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision
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Ashley W.


Godfrey, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter Ready To Help!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very responsible, mature and hardworking person. I love to work with children and have many years of experience doing so. Since my nephews were born (now 9, 7, & 4) I have occasionally cared for them. I also gained experience through a local daycare where I worked as an assistant teacher. I enjoy being able to help out...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision

Nyssa V.


Godfrey, IL

$15/hr

Flexible And Fun Babysitter For Full-Time Summer Employment

I have 5 adopted siblings that vary in ages from 2 to 12 that I have taken care of and watched over the years for their parents. I enjoy being around children very much! I love pets and get along with them very well! I worked for a cleaning service for 5 years and am happy to do house work and do it well. I enjoy cooking,...
Nyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Susan S.


Saint Charles, MO

$14-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Fun Loving Nanny, Caregiver, Dog Sitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

If you're looking for a part-time Nanny with years of experience that loves children, dependable, responsible, trustworthy and playful, then look no more ! I worked in the Newborn Nursery for 10 years and part-time Nanny for a family with 3 children for almost 10 years until they became teenagers. I've been busy over the last...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Susan has watched our 2 boys for the last 2 years. She is a part of our family. She is loving, nurturing, trustworthy and dependable. We have always felt that our boys are in the best hands while with Susan and they love her dearly."

Kristen E.

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Mckaylyn G.


Saint Peters, MO

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi!! I'm McKaylyn, or simply just Mac!! I am 24 and have over 10 years of experience! I've worked with all ages, including infants and even adults with special needs!! I have my own transportation, am covid vaccinated, and super reliable!! I am currently a professional nail artist at a wonderful salon, and would love to help you...
Mckaylyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Always flexible and ready to be there! Friendly and good with the kids."

Jill A.

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Alexandria P.


Florissant, MO

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

College Student That's Also An Occasional Sitter With Any Age And Or Needs.

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm a first time mom to a 1-year-old baby girl! I was a full time server at Cracker Barrel and also cleaned houses independently prior to my maternity leave. I've also nannied for the past 7 years for multiple families with different needs of service and availability. I've been a stay at home mom since having my little...
Alexandria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Yana K.


Florissant, MO

$23-24/hr10 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

**Experienced Nanny with Medical Expertise** Experienced healthcare professional transitioning to childcare. Nine years of diverse expertise with newborns to 10-year-olds. Fluent in Russian, Ukrainian, and English. Creates nurturing environments, prepares nutritious meals. Holds a valid driver's license, owns a vehicle....
Yana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"My child had fun with her and we are really happy with the care Yana provided!"

Jun L.

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Brittney T.


Saint Louis, MO

$16-26/hr9 yrs exp

Caring Female Nanny/Babysitter And Caregiver

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My experience as a caregiver started when I was a teen working with my mother at her home daycare. I've helped care for a variety of children from newborn to 12 years old, including some with disabilities and handicaps. I'm a very caring and loving individual who loves working with and enlightening children. Outside of providing...
Brittney can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We absolutely loved Brittney and she took such wonderful care of our son! We would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for child care. She is kind, great with kids, punctual and has a great personality. We look forward to hiring her again!"

Sarah M.

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Emma B.


Saint Charles, MO

$23-30/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am looking for a nannying position for an awesome family! I have several years of experience working with children & families including daycare, nannying, summer camp, and social work positions. I also have a degree in psychology which required classes in child development. I provide nurturing, patient, and energetic...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Emma was our nanny for over a year, and she is the absolute best. My family highly, highly recommends her! She was unbelievably patient with my two feisty kids -- plus she was resourceful, creative, playful and trustworthy. She's amazing!"

Jessica W.

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Mei P.


Saint Peters, MO

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have over 20 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I have also taken some college classes on Early Childhood education.
Mei can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Mei (Miss Debbie as my kids know her) was our primary childcare provider for years and even now as my kids are older, we still use her when we need someone. She is warm, loving, kind, and intuitive. Leaving your kids in someone else's care can be overwhelming, but...

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Alex M.


Saint Charles, MO

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Evenings/Weekend Hours

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi guys! I currently work at a local swim school for kiddos! I'm looking for a new position that can provide me a better schedule for my needs. Before this job I was a nanny for a wonderful family I met through Care for 2. 5 years! Before that, I was a paraprofessional, working with a child while he attended school. I have...
Alex can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Alex came on a short notice to take care of our 7yr old for afternoon. He said she was fantastic. Alex was professional, kind and seems to really care about kids. We will have her back again"

Dan M.

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Mary P.


Florissant, MO

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Paraprofessional Looking For Summer Job

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Mary! I'm a paraprofessional at the Hazelwood school district and I'm looking for summer time babysitting! I've worked with kids and adults with special needs and physical needs since 2016! I have my CNA license, CPR/first aid, medication certification, MANDT and I'm finger printed through the state of...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Alyssa P.


Saint Peters, MO

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I just graduated from college and looking to babysit during the summer. My degree is in music education and I have my teaching certification. I have years of experience with kids at all ages, as well as experience teaching in elementary schools. My life's passion is to teach students music, but I ultimately just love...
5.0
"We were so nervous leaving our 8 month old with someone who wasn't family, but Alyssa turned out to be incredible! She eased our worries by keeping us updated the entire time we were out. She was flexible with her time and helped us out on several last minute...

Davon D.

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Paige C.


Hazelwood, MO

$12-20/hr3 yrs exp

I Usually Connect With Kids Fast And Believe That Adventure Sparks Education

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with kids for most of my life: working in nursery at my church, doing VBS, being a camp Counselor for the city of Hazelwood and a rock climbing camp at Climb So Ill, and I also lead a 6th grade girls small group! I am currently in college and am getting a degree in psychology, with a focus in child development! I...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My baby felt safe and comfortable from the first day. Paige is so friendly and warm. I highly recommend her."

Shoshana K.

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Emily M.


Saint Charles, MO

$24-32/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Emily! I love working with kids and have done so at a preschool! I have been a co-lead teacher in an infant classroom where I was responsible for the care and development of up to 8 infants aged 6 weeks to 1 year. I also have experience as an assistant teacher in a room with emerging toddlers aged 18-24...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Emily has worked with us for a few months and is a wonderful nanny to our 2 and 4 year old daughters! We have absolutely loved her gentle, patient approach, and she's always willing to jump in and go above and beyond. We would absolutely re-hire, and when she goes,...

Amanda B.

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Nataley G.


Saint Charles, MO

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Loving, Responsible Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families! I have my elementary education degree from Illinois State University. I have a huge heart for children of all ages and would love to help you and your family take care of your kids. I have experience with all ages from 15 months through teen years. I babysit for a few different families on occasion in my...
Nataley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nataley cared for F., our 10 month old, this summer (June - August 2020) and was wonderful with him! She followed all our care instructions and was very communicative about his activities and behavior throughout the day. We loved to hear her read him books, teach...

Ryan H.

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Elsah, IL

Kaya E.

5.0

I've known Kaya for most of her life. She is kind, compassionate, reliable, responsible, loyal, honest, hard working, creative, fun and mature. I am the Director at Camp Newfound, a sleep away summer camp for children. Kaya has been a counselor at Camp Newfound, taking care of children ages 6-...

- Care member

Rhonda M.

5.0

The absolute I've ever read about since my son's in here on earth in these 3 years.Thank god for people like you.

- Care member

Susan S.

5.0

Susan has watched our 2 boys for the last 2 years. She is a part of our family. She is loving, nurturing, trustworthy and dependable. We have always felt that our boys are in the best hands while with Susan and they love her dearly.

- Kristen E.

Mckaylyn G.

5.0

Always flexible and ready to be there! Friendly and good with the kids.

- Jill A.

Yana K.

5.0

My child had fun with her and we are really happy with the care Yana provided!

- Jun L.

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