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I'm a 59-year-old mother of two daughters. I enjoy gardening, crafts, daily walks and camping. I'm a non-smoker. Over the years I've watched children from age 6 weeks up to 10 years old.
Debora can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Alyssa D.
Elwood, IL
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello families! My name is Alyssa! I am 23 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, amongst other qualifications, and have my own form of transportation. I am...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Ella P.
Elwood, IL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Ella and I'm 18 years old. I can help with travel, errands and light housekeeping. I also have 5 years of experience. I am a fun babysitter and I love to put smiles on children's faces. I am currently working at a cafe in the morning on Thursday's and Friday's from 9am-1 p.m.
Ella can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Courtney H.
New Lenox, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(21)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Courtney! I am currently seeking a part-time nanny-share position where I would watch your kiddo and also bring my baby girl along (born 11/13/23). Hoping to find a family interested in having our little ones socialize together!
A little about me- I have 10+ years of experience in early childhood and also went to...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Courtney has always been amazing to my 2 kids. She has been taking care of my son since he was 3 months old. She would always do creative activities with him and also she was very good about keeping me updated with photos and videos which kept me at ease. She would...
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Raneem M.
Joliet, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Super Caring And Fun Sitter! Treat Kids As If They Were My Own. Accepting Of All! Safety Is First!
5.0
(1)
Hi there, my name is Raneem. I am a part-time Firefighter. I have 3 years of experience in ems and with kids, I have a 16-month-old baby brother myself I love to take care of and helped raise my 2 sisters from new borns. I nannied for years after high school in my neighborhood and through various towns/cities. I've always had a...
Raneem can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very professional. Considerate communication. "
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Sarah K.
New Lenox, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable & Flexible, Experienced, Friendly Part Time Caregiver
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sarah! I am a reliable, flexible and fun-loving part time caregiver! I have experience babysitting newborns to pre-teens! I work full time as a school social worker. Given my full time job, I have experience with individuals with special needs. I would be interested in helping your family on a part time or...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Sarah is amazing with the kids and she is a delightful, fun, and intelligent sitter! She has been the best sitter we have had and these days this can be hard to find. Sarah is always welcome in our home!"
Abigail F.
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as active, trusting, and caring
I like working with kids because I enjoy seeing the world from all different perspectives, especially young kids! I have always wanted to work with kids and have many kids of my own in the future. I took early childhood my junior year of high school and was something...
5.0
"Madysen is great with kids, very patient and attentive. She's also a good communicator and will make sure you're completely at ease while caring for your child. She is kind, fun and caring, your child will have an amazing time with her. Madysen would be more than...
Stephanie C.
5.0
(2)
I have 4 children ages 22, 20, 11, and 10. I thoroughly enjoy working with children. I am a stay at home mother looking for extra income, more importantly, as I was a working mother, I know the importance of feeling safe and comfortable with someone watching my children. I also know the difficulties in working and being able to...
Phyllis can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is a wonderful mother. A very caring person. Takes excellent care of her kids and others. Very trustworthy. I would not hesitate to have her care for my children. She us very loving."
Kathy M.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jamie I am 22 years old and have nannied children of all ages for the past 6 years. I am also in real estate but my schedule is flexible. I am looking for something a couple days a week for some extra income! Message me to connect and see if we would make a good fit!
Jamie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jamie was the best babysitter to my daughter! No one I trust more than her"
Nicole C.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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.
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:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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
(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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
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.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking for a nice family that I can get to know and help in any way! I'm 23 and just finishing up my degree in child psychology. I have 4+ years of experience nannying all age ranges as well as multiples. I love getting to know each child individually and planning activities for them. Will clean and cook as needed, and I...
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very caring and prioritizes the development of children with her background of psychological developmental research. She ensures the kids are fed with a healthy diet and enables an amazing educational environment!"
Samantha D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jackie! With several years of experience as a caregiver, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care to each individual I work with. I have a strong background in assisting with daily activities, medication management, and creating a safe and nurturing environment. Whether it's helping with household...
Jackie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kara N.
New Lenox, IL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a mother of three looking to watch your little loved one(s). Contact me if interested and we can talk! Any time day or night sitting, I'm available! I also was a CNA and have worked prior in the hospital settings.
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"We really enjoyed working with Kara. She was extremely flexible and seemed to truly care for my son."
Jonnie F.
Jasmine L.
Crest Hill, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter And Playmate All In One. I Love To Make The Little Ones Smile.
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! My name is Jasmine and I recently moved to Illinois from Louisiana. I am currently a senior in a nursing program, so I am certified in CPR and Basic Life Saving Skills through American Red Cross. I am the oldest child of 5 children, so I have plenty of experience with caring for little ones from newborn to...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine is a delight! She is wonderful with my children, very flexible for our needs, and reliable. She has a natural, caring nature, and I would highly recommend. "
Emily N.
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I will be on school break December 16th - January 16th and will be in Joliet. If you're looking for some temporary help (1 month) on weekdays after 2 pm, feel free to message me and I will get back to you :) Thanks!
Things about me:
- 3+ years paid experience
- newborn/infant experience
- infant-teenage experience
-...
Carolina can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Carolina was early and was amazing!!! My son wanted her to come back again tomorrow lol 10/10 says F. (5 stars)"
Cassandra B.
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Elwood, IL
Courtney H.
4.0
Hiring Courtney as our nanny was the best decision we ever made! For almost two years, she didn't just care for our daughter—she became a part of our family. Courtney's reliability, trustworthiness, and genuine care made her remarkable. She didn't just meet the highest standards of care; she also...
- Care member
Raneem M.
5.0
Very professional. Considerate communication.
- Care member
Sarah K.
5.0
I have 4 kids 9months-7 years old. Sarah does a phenomenal job with each one. She plays with the kids, made cupcakes with the older kids, and leaves the house spotless when I come home! I can't say enough about how capable she is and how much we trust her. So much in fact that she'll be watching...
- Nuawana S.
Madysen G.
5.0
Madysen is great with kids, very patient and attentive. She's also a good communicator and will make sure you're completely at ease while caring for your child. She is kind, fun and caring, your child will have an amazing time with her. Madysen would be more than happy to teach your child new...
- Stephanie C.
Phyllis P.
5.0
She is a wonderful mother. A very caring person. Takes excellent care of her kids and others. Very trustworthy. I would not hesitate to have her care for my children. She us very loving.
- Kathy M.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Elwood, IL
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Elwood, IL in April, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Elwood have rates starting at $15.33.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Elwood, 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 3 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Elwood, IL?
There are 3 infant babysitters near you in Elwood, 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.