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Caroline R.
Plainfield, IL
$15-32/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I'm very flexible with time, so if you need a last minute sitter I'm willing to come right away. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker.
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Madeline C.
Aurora, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Nanny, Part-Time Sitter, Date-Night Sitter, And Last-Minute Sitter
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Maddie! I am a 21-year-old high school graduate with six years paid childcare experience. I grew up in the Downers Grove area, and as an aunt to five kids, and an older cousin to more kids than I can count; I've essentially had a baby in my lap since the day I came home from the hospital myself! Outside of my own family,...
Madeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Madeline has been great with our 2.5 year old son :)"
Sarah B.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been nannying/babysitting for children for the last 20 years. I have watched kids ages 4 months-14 years old and loved every minute of it! I am a patient, caring and positive individual who thrives on educating and creating a safe but fun environment for children. I graduated from Loras in 2009 with a degree in Elementary...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Janelle and I have 10+ years of experience caring for littles. I am self-employed so I benefit from a flexible schedule. I try to accommodate last-minute requests as much as possible and have immediate availability.
My motto is "Let them be Little" as I think it's our duty as adults to make children feel loved and...
Janelle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Chloe. I love working with and caring for children. My strengths are definitely my compassion and nurturing nature. I want all kids to feel at peace when they are in my care and I love to explore with them (through crafts and play) while letting their minds be creative!
I became a mother in June 2020 and now have...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Ashley B.
Montgomery, IL
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Ashley and I am 21 years old. I have been taking care of children since I was about 14 years old, but even before then I would help take care of my younger brothers. Being a babysitter is something that I take a lot of pride in, because I know how much trust goes into it. Some of my favorite things to do...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Ashely, is great babysitter . We generally only use family members to watch or kids but when family can't Ashley is our go to babysitter . I'm very picky on who we leave our children with and the times we have used Ashley it has been great ! She ask questions and...
Stephanie W.
4.3
(17)
Hired by 42 families in your neighborhood
Highly dependable and kindhearted caregiver with extensive experience in elderly and child care. Hard working and trust worthy individual who is patient and detailed orientated. Extremely skilled in supervising and interacting with children. Able to prepare meals and follow dietary guidelines. Willing to work a flexible...
Allysia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I hired Allysia to watch my 4 kids last minute. And now use her frequently to watch my children. My kids love her and enjoy each time she babysits them. I love her professionalism. And the way she goes above and beyond with caring for my family."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Jackie and I'm 58 years old. I was born in Chile. I moved to Chicago in 1991. I speak English and Spanish. I'm a mother of 3 boys and 1 girl and have 6 grandchildren. I've been around kids all my life and I am the oldest of 5 in my family as well. I'm a caring and loving person and trustworthy. I believe that...
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Jackie to be the nanny to our 5 month old son. We really enjoyed speaking with her and felt she would do a wonderful job. We did not end up hiring her as we went with someone whom we felt was a little better fit for our family. I would definitely...
Jen G.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rachel, and I have a great deal of experience working with children. My niece and nephew who are currently 11 and 14 years old, spent the majority of their childhood years living with me and often took care of them. I also have been a nanny for four years, which included cooking, tutoring, dog walking, driving to and...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
I am a mom for girls who nannied all through high school and college. I have experience with multiples and children of all ages. my degree is social work and I currently work as a weekend crisis worker in a nearby hospital . I am CPR and first aid certified , knowledgeable in food allergies , asthma, and epi pens . I love kids...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Amy K.
Naperville, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Fun And Responsible Sitter With Over Eight Years Caring For Children Of All Ages
I am an experienced sitter and former full-time nanny. I am reliable and responsible. Children find me fun and entertaining. I love engaging children with creative activities, whether it's arts and crafts, outdoor play, or reading stories. I own a car and am able to transport children as needed. Additionally, I am able to help...
Amy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Since 2010 I have worked with parents who need a reliable, trustworthy, caring, friendly and fun babysitter/caregiver. I am flexible with last minute changes to the schedule. I have taken children to parks, museums, pools, activities, tutoring, etc. I interact by helping with homework, snack time, doing arts and crafts, playing...
Paige can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have spent my young adult years volunteering in preschools, attending child development classes and assisting teachers in second grade classrooms for internship.
I progressed into a full-time nannying and then transitioned into care for seniors with dementia. I love being hands on and incorporating art and crafts, playing...
Katelin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katelin is not only gentle and caring with children, she is also responsible and motivated to keep them learning and help them grow in any way she can. She treats them like she would her own kids while also making sure they know wrong from right. I would recommend...
Michelle K.
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Recent last-minute babysitter reviews from local parents in Plainfield, IL
Madeline C.
5.0
Easy to communicate with, responsive, friendly. She was really nice and my boys enjoyed her watching them.
- Care member
Ashley B.
5.0
Ashley has been cat-sitting for me for the past year and a half. She's reliable and the cats love her.
- Frances M.
Allysia M.
5.0
hired Allysia on short notice to watch my son for a much-needed day out, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. Allysia is punctual, professional, and has a caring personality that immediately put me at ease. Her attention to detail assured me that my son was in great hands. My son...
- Sirita R.
Jacqueline R.
5.0
We interviewed Jackie to be the nanny to our 5 month old son. We really enjoyed speaking with her and felt she would do a wonderful job. We did not end up hiring her as we went with someone whom we felt was a little better fit for our family. I would definitely recommend meeting with Jackie if you...
- Jen G.
Katelin T.
5.0
Katelin was an amazing nanny to have for our 4 month old baby after both my husband and I returned to work full time. We really appreciated her attention to detail and responsiveness- she was always easy to message and came early to make morning transitions to work easier for us. We also loved how...
- Kristina S.
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FAQs for finding a last-minute babysitter near you in Plainfield, IL
How much does it cost to hire a last-minute babysitter near me in Plainfield, IL?
How much it costs to hire a last-minute babysitter depends on many different factors such as where you live and how many years of experience they have. That being said, you can find a last-minute babysitter near you with rates starting at $15.00.
How can I find a last-minute babysitter near Plainfield, IL in November, 2024?
You can use babysitting websites like Care.com to find qualified last-minute babysitters near you. Search through Care.com profiles to find a last-minute babysitter who can help tackle the top babysitting duties on your list in Plainfield, IL.
What type of last-minute babysitter services are available near me in Plainfield, IL?
Typically, last-minute babysitters take on the same roles and responsibilities as normal babysitters. The differentiating factor here is you may need to hire a last-minute babysitter with short notice when your normal sitter cancels or when an unexpected appointment or work event comes up. There are 1 near you if you ever find you need an extra set of hands at the last-minute.