Find Infant Babysitters in Newark, IL
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60 infant babysitters are listed in Newark, IL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 3 years
Infant babysitters in Newark, IL
Megan R.
Yorkville, IL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Megan, I recently moved back to Illinois after living in Colorado for five years where I earned my bachelors in studio arts. I plan on going by back to school to become an art teacher! I love looking after kids I have babysat kid ages from a few months old-about 14 years old. I have experience with music and art,...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Olivia J.
Morris, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi my name is a Olivia! I have years of experience of babysitting as the oldest of 5. I've nannied for multiple families and love children! I studied early childhood education as well as completed a child development course. I love to do crafts and projects and I don't mind the clean up! I love to work with kids of all ages and...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter for several years caring for children across all age groups. I am comfortable with babies, infants, and toddlers and have experience with multiples such as twins. I am able to care for multiple children at a time and can provide activities to encourage play, discovery, and learning. I can follow parents'...
Norma can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Norma is very honest, dedicated and responsible. She is also very much on time and able to follow a schedule and instructions and any special needs. Norma has high attention to detail and wants to do the best job possible each time. She has taken care of my...
Jose V.
Melissa G.
Plainfield, IL
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Thanks for taking the time to look at my profile. Currently, I am looking for something part time from 9 a.m. until 3pm, M-F. I do start school at the end of February, so I cannot commit to anything long term. Just a little bit about myself: I've been babysitting for about 10 years now. I have experience watching more than one...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Had used Melissa several years ago when my children were younger."
Dawn R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Sarawan. I am a college-educated student with a total of 6 years of experience in childcare services. Back in Thailand, I worked part-time as a teacher and nanny at a nursery. Was an Au pair in the US, I have had experience caring for a newborn infant and a child in elementary school. I was a nanny in NYC as well...
Sarawan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarawan (Mata) has been a part of our family since August, 2020. She joined us to be a nanny for our then 4 month old daughter and occasionally watched our older, 4 year old daughter when she wasn't in school. Mata started as our nanny in the midst of the...
Catherine C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Arely I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. I come from a very big family (5 brothers and 2 sisters). I have babysat for many different families before ranging from all ages! I am well experienced with premie babies and toddlers! I have worked as a professional nanny for over...
Arely can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Arely is by far the best of the best. She is loving and caring and we call her the baby whisperer. Absolutely recommend to anyone. My kids adore her and she has gone above and beyond any of my expectations."
Whitney S.
4.8
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and I have experience with infants through school-age children for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education...
Virginia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Virginia is our first nanny and we are lucky to have her!!! She is an integral part of our family and a second mom to our daughter. She is reliable, warm, caring, and very professional. We are never worried leaving our daughter in her care.
We value her approach...
Grace M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for 15 years since I started babysitting at 11. I have also volunteered (with pay) at a local day care during the summer since I was in high school and have worked in a program. I have taken care of two close families (nanny share) who have children around the same age; I have experience taking...
Au'sset can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Au'sset was our son's nanny from the time he was 4 months old to the time he was a little over 2 years old. As a baby, our son needed a lot of holding and soothing. Au'sset was so patient, sensitive and responsive to his needs. She would hold him for hours and...
Margaret B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name's Rachel and I'm 26. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 13. I have experience with nannying, summer babysitting, date night babysitting, daycare assistant, pet care, etc. I am American Red Cross First Aid/CPR certified. I currently am a realtor and work a part time nannying job. My current nannying job will...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was an essential part of my children's upbringing. She is knowledgeable, caring, dependable and would be an asset to any one who employs her. "
Joelle W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Bradi and I am a graduate student at University studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to take a babysitting certification class through the park district at the age of 12. I have babysat for countless families...
Bradi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Kyra B.
Coal City, IL
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 24 years old & work in education, teaching kindergarten! I have plenty of experience working with kids, as I have babysat for 10+ years. Feel free to reach out if you ever need a babysitter!
Kyra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My son loved her! Great for date nights out. :)"
Tiffany B.
Kaleigh L.
Aurora, IL
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kaleigh and I am an elementary school teacher. I'm looking for occasional babysitting gigs on the weekends or date nights during the week. I have previous childcare experience with children ranging from 6-months up to 12-year-olds. Throughout these experiences I cared for the children and completed light...
Kaleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kaleigh has babysat for my two boys (2 years and 8 months) twice now and I plan to keep using her in the future! She responds professionally and promptly and is great with kids. Would definitely recommend using Kaleigh for babysitting needs!"
Jennifer M.
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
(5)
Hello! My name is Alyssa, I'm 32 years old. Along with being a mom of 2 I have over 10 years of childcare experience. Currently I nanny twice a week but after 2. 5 years all children I currently watch will be school age and they don't need me anymore. I have taught 2 and 4-year-old preschool as well as being lead in the infant...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa has nannied for my family for about 2 years. She mostly has cared for my youngest since he was 9 months old, but manages to do school pickup for my older kids and watches all four of them at a time. She loves taking them out to parks or the library or...
Care member
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Victoria is AMAZING with children!! She's super sweet and my kids always have a ball when she watches them! They love playing games with her and she's big on taking them out to explore their surroundings! If you're able to have Victoria watch your kids you can...
Becca S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'd be more than happy to help , I'm fully vaccinated
I'd describe my personality as funny, loving, responsible
I like working with kids because I love spending time with them , they make my days happier I love every single thing that they come up with
I'm looking for a job that I could be helpful to make your life...
Diana can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Diana helped us with after school care for 3 weeks. She primarily helped with after school activities. She was dependable and always on time. We would use her again"
Irem F.
Jessica V.
Sandwich, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Homeschool Mom Who Loves To Teach, Sing And Dance
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families! I started babysitting at age 10 after working in my church's nursery. At age 18 I became a full time nanny for over 15 years. Then I owned my own home daycare for several years. I was also a homeschool mom up until this school year when my daughter started 3rd grade. I have worked with children ages 12 days to...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Our family has known Jessica for almost 4 years. Throughout those years we have built a friendship based on trust and understanding. My kids have become best friends with her daughter and we're so grateful for everything she has done for our family. When Jessica...
Megan D.
Melissa O.
Joliet, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Melissa, I am an experienced elementary teacher for 6 years and am excited to work with more kids this summer! I have had experience caring for young children for years now, worked at a daycare, cared for my younger cousins, was a summer camp counselor for 3-5-year-olds for 2 years and I have been babysitting for...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa has cared for our three children ages 2, 4, and 6 for the past year. She has been absolutely wonderful and the kids get excited to see her every time she watches them. She cared for the kids last summer while she was on summer break and has since covered...
Matt M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Mom of 3 teenagers 19, 16, and 14. With one off to college, and one that can drive now, my schedule has opened up to help another family with their needs.
I can provide:
Before and after school care
Driving to and from activities
Homework help
Meal Prep
Pet walking/sitting
Packing/Unpacking
and more... Just ask!
Lesley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Lesley was awesome with our 2 little kids! Thanks!!"
Kelly G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a warm, responsible and mature woman with many years of experience taking care of all ages of children, including those with special needs. I believe in doing all kinds of age appropriate activities with little ones as it helps them grow and learn. I will do crafts, use building toys, read and play games with your children,...
Lillian can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lillian provided excellent care for our daughter. She is a very caring individual. She cared for our daughter when she was a toddler and she always found ways to keep her entertained through playing together, singing songs, reading books, and other activities. "
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Newark, IL
Norma T.
5.0
Norma is very honest, dedicated and responsible. She is also very much on time and able to follow a schedule and instructions and any special needs. Norma has high attention to detail and wants to do the best job possible each time. She has taken care of my children and their needs and takes...
- Jose V.
Melissa G.
5.0
Had used Melissa several years ago when my children were younger.
- Dawn R.
Sarawan G.
5.0
Sarawan (Mata) has been a part of our family since August, 2020. She joined us to be a nanny for our then 4 month old daughter and occasionally watched our older, 4 year old daughter when she wasn't in school. Mata started as our nanny in the midst of the pandemic and has always been extremely...
- Catherine C.
Arely V.
5.0
Arely is by far the best of the best. She is loving and caring and we call her the baby whisperer. Absolutely recommend to anyone. My kids adore her and she has gone above and beyond any of my expectations.
- Whitney S.
Virginia R.
5.0
Virginia has been such an important part of our family since our daughter was 10 months old. When we introduced our daughter to Virginia, we knew she would be a perfect fit! Her level of knowledge and experience when it comes to child development/communication has helped our daughter develop beyond...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Newark, IL
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Newark, IL in April, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Newark have rates starting at $17.33.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Newark, 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 Newark, IL?
There are 3 infant babysitters near you in Newark, 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.