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Find infant babysitters in Garden Prairie, IL that you’ll love

60 infant babysitters are listed in Garden Prairie, IL

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 10 years

Infant babysitters in Garden Prairie, IL

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Maria M.


Garden Prairie, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Childcare (Nanny) In Your Home

3.7

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Maria but I go by LuLu. I have been caring for children since I was a teenager. I now have 4 children of my own and one grandson. I love spending quality time with all children i. e. doing daily activities, reading, coloring and playing games. I also incorporate field trips to the local swimming pool, parks,...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maria "Lulu" was without a doubt the best nanny we have ever had. She took care of our daughter as if she was her own and became part of the family. She was with our daughter from only a few months old to 1.5 years old. Her time management and homemaking skills are...

Christopher Z.

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Sydney M.


Belvidere, IL

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sydney. I have been watching kids ages ranging from 0-12 for the past 7 years, including special needs kids. I have babysat newborn twins, I have babysat a child with cerebral palsy since she was infancy to 7 years old. I have babysat a 5-year-old child who had autism for about 5 years. Overall, I have a lot of...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Was a Very Passionate and caring babysitter was the only sitter I've hired that actually brings fun activities to do! I would recommend, Thanks Sydney!"

Chad J.

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Giavanna R.


Belvidere, IL

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter/nanny.

I graduated with my associates for early childhood education. I also worked as an assistant teacher for over a year, with children ages of 3mo to 7 years of age. I love working with kids and helping them learn and grow! I am a very energetic person and l would love to find a family to help care for. I am CPR certified, first...
Giavanna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Gia is a long term family friend of mine. She's been such an awesome baby sitter to my daughter. She's been so helpful through all the stages of my daughter life. She's currently 3 years old now and to this day anytime Gia comes over her face just lights up. She's...

Alysia Z.

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Vanessa P.


Marengo, IL

$21-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Knowledgeable Sitter

Hi there! My name is Vanessa & I have been working with children for 12 years and have an Associates in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with all ages ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years but especially love infants and 3-year-olds! I currently am curriculum coordinator at my school that I work at, but looking for some more...
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"We met Vanessa 9 years ago when our daughter was an infant. There are not enough positive words to describe this wonderful young woman. She started watching our daughter during her infancy and then became our "go-to" person for childcare. When our kiddos were both...

Jeanie S.

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Jessica M.


Marengo, IL

$15/hr16 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi, my name is Jessica but I usually go by Jessie/Jess. I would describe myself as a fun, bubbly and sweet person! I love kids, I've grown up with kids and baby around my whole life, my mom ran an in home daycare from when I was 4-14 I started babysitting at 11, got a job at an in home daycare working with mostly babies at 18...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Noelle H.


Marengo, IL

$17-22/hr

Reliable And Caring Child Sitter

Hello! My name is Noelle and I am a 19-year-old college student who loves children. I am certified in First aid as well as CPR. I have a valid drivers license as well as reliable transportation. My goal is to be a safe space for your child! I don't just sit on the sidelines- I engage in crafts, play, and can even help with any...
Noelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kayden U.


Belvidere, IL

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

I have babysit a range of kids from newborn to 11-year-olds. Through my family for friends and for people searching for a babysitter. I have great experience working with kids.
Kayden can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Melody C.


Belvidere, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Playful, Attentive, Excellent Communication

Ive been babysitting for over 20 years. I am creative, playful and love children. I get even the shy ones to talk. I have many certifications related to childhood. I worked many years with HearStart early childhood. I also am First aid, AED, CPR certified. Ideally, I would prefer to care for your child in my own home, but it's...
Melody can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Sue E.


Marengo, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Holistic Childcare

I'm currently home on spring break from April 6- May 20, 2017 and available. I'm a teacher's assistant at a Waldorf Steiner School in the UK. I also have been a teacher at a Kinder care here in the States. Currently I'm studying to become a Waldorf EC Teacher in the U. K. My qualifications include: Certified Riding Instructor...
Sue can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ana D.


Marengo, IL

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hola! I'm Here To Help, Care And Teach You Spanish:)

I am from Venezuela, respectful, kind, caring, always willing to help. I have reaised and cared for children through my whole life and, for a short time I also cared for the elderly. I love learning, new experiences and being economically independent. On my free time I like to travel, read, watch movies and tv series. I am...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Leslie S.


Belvidere, IL

$16-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

I have many years of experience caring for kids aged newborn to 12. My primary experience has been with twins that I cared for from newborn to 6 years old.
Leslie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
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Brooke T.


Belvidere, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

I'm Looking For A Summer Job. I Can Work Full Time Mon-fri. I Am Good With Kids All Ages 0-10.

I have a lot of expierience working with kids ages 0-10. I love to stay busy and be outside when it's nice out. I can do housework and have expierience with online school. I am good in stressful situations and know how to stay calm. I like working with kids because they're so much fun. Even at times when it gets stressful,...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Ewa S.


Belvidere, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I am 53 years old, working only part time, very friendly and helpful person. I am originally from Poland, leaving in US for most of my life but can cook awesome polish food. I love gardening, canning, crafts and of course spending time with my family, especially my grandbabies. Since 2 older girls are already having them own...
Ewa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Absolutely love kids! Have been babysitting since I was 10 years old. Took 3 years of early childhood and preschool. Taught mini lessons to preschoolers. Currently working full time, so evenings are weekends are best but can sometimes be flexible. I am able to make meals, change diapers, clean up, put the children to bed.
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Hanna W.


Marengo, IL

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smiles For Miles!

I am really great with kids of all ages! I love the opportunity to watch kids grow and flourish, and enjoy the experiences they are having while they are young. When I was 12 I was so eager to start babysitting, that I went out and took a babysitting certification course! After that I consistently babysat for 5 or 6 different...
Hanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am honored that you are considering me for this opportunity to have a special place in your family as your child or children's nanny. I am 31 years old and I have a true heart for children. I have over 10 years of experience with infants and young children and I consider it a privilege to work with them and watch them grow....
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

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Gianna L.


Marengo, IL

$18-50/hr8 yrs exp

Seeking Nanny Position

Hello! My name is Gianna and I am looking to help out families in need. I have one 5-year-old daughter & two step children boy (4) and girl (6). I genuinely enjoy spending time with children and creating a safe environment for them to learn and play is very important to me. I have nannied/helped out 4+ families in the last 10...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jazlyn G.


Marengo, IL

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Jazlyn And I'd Love For You To Get To Know Me More :)

I'd describe my personality as funny , easy - going, and cheerful I like working with kids because I grew up around kids. I have 7 siblings and as the older sister it was always my responsibility to help care for them, which I enjoy doing! I have been helping my parents with my little siblings since I was younger. And also...
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Naomi T.


Belvidere, IL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Seeks Great Family

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm Naomi, an experienced and dedicated babysitter with a passion for providing exceptional care to children of all ages. Before having my two wonderful sons, I had the opportunity to develop my babysitting skills, learning valuable lessons about responsibility, creativity, and adaptability. As a stay-at-home mom for 18 years,...
Naomi can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kristy R.


Belvidere, IL

$22-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as friendly, kind, and caring. I like working with kids because they bring me joy, and I love seeing them get to grow into their own person. I'm looking for a job that works with kids and goes with my schedule. I started working with kids in 2019 In my spare time, I like to read, go for walks,...

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Garden Prairie, IL

Maria M.

5.0

Maria "Lulu" was without a doubt the best nanny we have ever had. She took care of our daughter as if she was her own and became part of the family. She was with our daughter from only a few months old to 1.5 years old. Her time management and homemaking skills are impeccable; she has an attention...

- Christopher Z.

Sydney M.

5.0

Was a Very Passionate and caring babysitter was the only sitter I've hired that actually brings fun activities to do! I would recommend, Thanks Sydney!

- Chad J.

Giavanna R.

5.0

Gia did a great job with our 3 little kids. I didn’t allow television while she was with them, but she kept them busy by doing arts and crafts, games, and a little bit of teaching. She was always on time and was pretty available whenever I needed her. We sure will miss her! We highly recommend her...

- Care member

Vanessa P.

5.0

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! We are local to Marengo and were looking for someone to help out with our 4 yr old twin girls. Vanessa was so great with my twins. I was hesitant about in home care but she made me and my girls so comfortable. Her home is beautiful, clean, safe and the playrooms are set up so...

- Care member

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