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Gloria V.
Harvard, IL
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I began working with children in April of 2010 starting out as a teacher aide and later a lead teacher at a non-profit daycare center. I have experience working with children of all age groups from infant to 13 years of age.
One thing you should know about me is I've worked in the early childhood education field for 14 years....
Hi my name is Heather, I am a mom to 7 wonderful children. I have been working in learning centers and preschool settings since 2009. I have worked with infants, I was the lead teacher in the 2 years old room at a Kiddie Academy. I have been an assistant preschool teacher for 3, 4 and 5-year-olds at a learning center in Union...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
My name is Signe and I am 25 years old, and I recently moved back to the area. I am a LPN and returning to school to complete my RN degree. I have nannied consistently over the past 10 years and worked a full time job the past 4 years as a pediatric nurse. I have experience nannying from 6 weeks old up to 15 years old, as well...
Signe can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
My name is Virginia I am 21 years old; I have 3 years of experience working at daycare center with children between the ages of 3 to 36 months. I am first aid and CPR certified with some Early Childhood College Credits. I love working with children and watching them grown but also interacting with them and creating a bond that...
Virginia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
I'd describe my personality as encouraging, engaging & positive!
I'm looking for a job that can allow flexible hours for this summer! I've never worked with kids outside of my family but can assure I won't disappoint! I believe in honesty and respectfully always!
Summer camp counselor and former boys and girls club staff. Experience teaching Sunday school, dance clinics and cheer clinics.
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lauren M.
Hebron, IL
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am 21! I recently graduated from Florida State and moved to the Tampa Riverwalk area! I have had experience babysitting for almost 10 years nows! I am enthusiastic, eager, and dedicated and have developed a strong skill set for caring for children of any age. In past babysitting positions, I have...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Grace B.
Fontana, WI
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Looking To Provide A Safe And Fun Care Experience For Your Kids!
Hi! I'm Grace, and since the age of 13, I've been babysitting for various families in my area, offering a perfect balance of fun and safety.
Creativity is key in my approach to childcare. I'm always coming up with new and exciting activities to keep children entertained and engaged, from arts and crafts to imaginative...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
When visiting the Lake Geneva area, having an experienced, dependable nanny/babysitter, provides huge flexibility for parents on vacation and helps ensure that EVERYONE is relaxing and creating the best memories. Hello! My name is Carie. I am a professional educator and nanny with over 20 years of experience. With degrees in...
Carie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hi everyone! I am a positive, energetic, and responsible young woman who has been caring for kiddos periodically since the beginning of my high school years, including having worked with special needs kiddos at a summer camp. I am currently a graduate student at Colorado Christian University, studying Clinical Mental Health...
Alexandria can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
(3)
Hi! I am extremely experienced when it comes to babysitting children that range from newborns to teenagers. When I babysit, I try to get to know the children so I can learn about their interests so we can do activities together! Some of the activities that I do with the kids that I have babysat include going for walks, playing...
Adriana can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Adriana is extremely dependable and great with communication! My kids love her and look forward to her coming to babysit! She is very responsible and also very kind. She has babysat for us several times and basically overall she is so awesome!"
Natalie B.
Valerie R.
Spring Grove, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom of 2 grown sons and a young, energetic grandmother of 7, ranging from 2 years to 15 years old. I have many years of experience caring for babies, toddlers, and adolescents. I have experience tutoring 6, 7, and 8th graders with IEP's. I also have extensive skills required for special needs and can perform various...
Valerie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Valerie took great care of my 2 younger children in the mornings, helping them get ready and get to the bus stop on time. She was warm and caring. I needed someone flexible since my job varies and Valerie was there whenever I needed her. I would highly recommend...
Nancy K.
Kendra H.
McHenry, IL
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey Everyone! My Name Is Kendra! I Can't Wait To Hopefully Help You Out
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as kind, outgoing and energetic
I like working with kids because I get the opportunity to help kids grow and help them develop!
I started working with kids when I was in middle school! I would volunteer to help the special education classes and have taught a special education class by myself my...
Kendra can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed Kendra about six months ago and have been using her for date nights since. She's the only person outside of family that we completely trust with our 15 month old. While we've used other sitters, Kendra is truly next level. She shows sincere care,...
Annie H.
Sade C.
Woodstock, IL
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 32-year-old college student who is born and raised in Chicago I recently moved back home to Illinois from California, where I was working as a lead infant teacher at daycare. My past experience include parks and recreation as well as a paraprofessional in elementary schools as I am certified. I am also CPR and First Aid...
Sade can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sade is a wonderful choice for childcare. She is knowledgeable, punctual, and respectful. She is also very cleanly & completes tasks without being asked. We have a big family and she helped to keep up organized and even handled our meal preps. She was instrumental...
Alana H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting children for the past 10 years from newborns to 14 years of age. My experience includes caring for children in their home for various families, summer camp counseling, and volunteering in the nursery on Sunday mornings. I love outdoor activities, crafts, and reading with the kids I provide care for. I am...
Staphany can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Staphany watched our children while we had some car troubles. She was great with them. She was flexible with a delay in coming home because of the car repair too. While we were away, Staphany had the kids do art work and play outside. Her creativity is...
Nick And Meg A.
Esperanza R.
Poplar Grove, IL
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
looking for a nanny I have a lot experience with newborn to 12-year-old like to interact with them and give them a lot of attention play with them and teach them and read to them also do some light cleaning also do cooking and prepping and laundry and help with homework also have in the past take them to the park or library and...
Esperanza can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"We hired Esperanza as a nanny to bridge the time between my returning to work from maternity leave and our spot at daycare opening up. We are so glad that we did! I cannot say enough great things about the care she provided for my 5 month old! He is a huge nap...
Laura W.
5.0
(4)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have known Vanessa for over 7 years. Vanessa was very instrumental in the development and growth of both of our kids and we attribute many of their successes to her. We first became acquainted with Vanessa when she was hired as a teacher in our son's room at...
Laura W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have over 10 years of experience as a paraprofessional for students, behavioral disorder students and students with special needs. I am a mother of 3 adult children and 3 grandchildren. I have been a part time nanny for 1 1/2 years to a wonderful family with 4 children. I have also cared for children at Grand Geneva...
Mary Jo can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary Jo was awesome with my kids, they had such a good time with her! She was super friendly and was willing to come to the resort where we were staying to watch them, which made it super convenient for me since I was there for a wedding. It was also nice to know...
Amanda G.
Karen R.
McHenry, IL
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Honest, Personable, Responsible, Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver /Nanny For Six Families
4.6
(21)
Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karen looked after my 3 children ages 4, 6, and 8 for 2 weeks while they were in between schools. She was not just on time but early every single day. Karen jumps in and helps immediately without any direction, which was useful in our chaotic house! She is sweet...
Sonja B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
hi!!
My name is Nyanah
I'd describe my personality as creative, friendly, compassionate, and loving
I like working with kids because I have a little sister as well as a a niece and nephew that I love to spend time with and I think that kids are just a joy to be around, I love having fun with kids but will also make sure the...
Nyanah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids loved Nyanah from the moment they met her! She was able to get both kids (2 and 4) down for bed, which was a very pleasant surprise. I would definitely hire Nyanah again."
Daryl F.
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Harvard, IL
Adriana S.
5.0
Adriana is a wonderful baby sitter. She is very caring, kind, attentive to our children. She gained the trust of our 3 kiddos pretty quickly with her creativeness and her calm disposition. She always keeps us up to date and asks appropriate questions to make sure your kiddos are cared for to your...
- Care member
Valerie R.
5.0
Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came through 100% and the kids love her. She stepped in and took grandma's place without skipping a beat. We are very lucky to have her in our lives.
- Alyce L.
Kendra H.
5.0
We interviewed Kendra about six months ago and have been using her for date nights since. She's the only person outside of family that we completely trust with our 15 month old. While we've used other sitters, Kendra is truly next level. She shows sincere care, love, and responsibility while she...
- Annie H.
Sade C.
5.0
Sade was great with helping me with any task I asked for help with around the house from gardening/yard-work to folding and putting away laundry to getting my kids to school and day care in the morning. She always gave a lot of advance notice if she couldn't work a particular day and was happy to...
- Annette V.
Staphany C.
5.0
Staphany watched our children while we had some car troubles. She was great with them. She was flexible with a delay in coming home because of the car repair too. While we were away, Staphany had the kids do art work and play outside. Her creativity is definitely a plus. She is mature and...
- Nick And Meg A.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Harvard, IL
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Harvard, IL in April, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Harvard have rates starting at $18.20.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Harvard, 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 5 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Harvard, IL?
There are 5 infant babysitters near you in Harvard, 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.