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Isabella G.


Kankakee, IL

$18/hr1 yrs exp

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I'm a childcare provider with a deep-rooted passion for nurturing and educating young minds. My journey in caregiving was ignited by my previous babysitting experiences, which instilled in me a desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. I find great joy in supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option...
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Barbara S.


Manteno, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Barbara. I am a active 59-year-old woman. I have had a lot of experience with taking care of children and babies. At this phase of my life I am looking to do what brings me joy. That is taking care of the young ones. I hope to bring them as much joy as they bring me. I am very responsible, reliable, loving...
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Alyssa D.


Elwood, IL

$15-50/hr5 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

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Kaitlin R.


Coal City, IL

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

Fun & Creative Sitter!

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I have experience in the medical field as well as with children with special needs.
Kaitlin can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

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Natalie G.


Kankakee, IL

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter

I've babysat for kids off and on since I was 15. Currently I have one family that I babysit for a few days a week. Their kids are 1 and 2. I've worked with kids as young as 9 months and as old as 13.
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Debora G.


Elwood, IL

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

15+ Years of Experience Babysitter Available Monday-Friday

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
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Donna T.


Kankakee, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

As a childcare provider, my patient and friendly approach helps create a nurturing environment for children. With three years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for one child between the ages of 0 and 3. My goal is to positively impact their lives while providing reliable support for families. I believe in clear and open...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning
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Marcella P.


Bourbonnais, IL

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Babysitter

Hi all! I've been babysitting my whole life! I've always had a strong compassion for children and animals! I do have lots of experience with all ages from newborn up. I'm also not easily scared away by multiple child households and I have work experience with mental disabilities! I'm able to babysit in my home or yours, I do...
Marcella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I am about to enter my senior in college. I'm an aunt of 4 nephews and a niece with an age range from 10 to 2 years old. Along with watching them since my oldest nephews birth, I've also babysat for families in the area. I'm very comfortable with multiple children and creating a fun but safe experience for them. I also have one...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
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Alyssa A.


Channahon, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as caring, outgoing, and charismatic. I like working with kids because they have this energy that just draws you in. They are so bubbly and bouncing off of the walls and I love surrounding myself with that because it just makes me feel happier. I would love a family who is easy going and a joy to be...
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with four years of experience, I am passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. My previous babysitting roles have strengthened my skills in providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly nature, which...
Lena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Tracie H.


Manteno, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Amazing Nanny .

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, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jeneen H.


Kankakee, IL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Mom Looking For A Family To Grow With

I am a married, mother of 4 grown children. I have 6 grandchildren. I have many years experience with all ages of children. I am comfortable around pets. I am patient, loving, compassionate. I will treat your children as if they are my own. I'd describe my personality as friendly, loving, dedicated to my family I like working...
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Carmen S.


Channahon, IL

$15-17/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I have 5 years of certified childcare, and over 10 years of experience babysitting, and a few months of EMT experience. I am CPR certified. I have reliable transportation. I am willing to help with some light housework and small meal prep. I am a non smoker. I am comfortable with pets, I have two puppies of my own. I look...
Carmen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hello, Im Emmalee! Im 23 years old and currently am a CNA at riverside hospital. I am CPR and BLS certified. I go to KCC for nursing and I absolutely love reading and learning! Im the oldest of six children and have been babysitting and nannying since about 15 years old! Id love to add some extra fun to my extra time and become...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

Hi! I'm a 27 years old momma to a 5-year-old boy. I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 13 years old! I graduated college in 2020 with a bachelors degree in childhood learning and development. I have experience with kids of all ages from infancy to middle school. I am also a former preschool teacher! I pride myself on...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Amanda C.


Bourbonnais, IL

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Will Take Good Care Of Your Kiddos!

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I'm a mom to a 13-year-old boy and 10-year-old girl. I also have 3 step kids. I love to be moving and I workout and I love being healthy and active! I live in Bourbonnais and have transportation. I am willing to go the extra mile for whatever you need....
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

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Gina C.


Kankakee, IL

$18-22/hr

Caregiver, Assistant, Companion Whatever You May Need!

I'm 33 years old and recently married. I'm compassionate and have a big heart and believe I was put on this earth to help people in any way I can. I have experience in a hospital setting as well as training I did as a 911 dispatcher. In the end, the dispatching proved not to be a match for me due to the high stress of the job...
Gina can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
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Madeline G.


Manteno, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! My name is Maddie! I am currently taking a break from school and moving back to Illinois due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I am on my way to getting my masters in Speech Language Pathology! I have a ton of experience working with children! I recently worked as a behavior technician for children with autism, volunteered at a...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am also a college student online at Grand Canyon University majoring in Elementary Education and Special Education. I am CPR certified and have worked in the medical field for 3 years in the past. I have been babysitting for the past 4 years (a 14-month-old, a 2-year-old, a 5-year-old and a 7-year-old) and have recommendations...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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