Find babysitters in Champaign, IL that you’ll love

146 babysitters are listed in Champaign, IL

The average rate is $16/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years

Babysitters in Champaign, IL

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Patricia L.


Champaign, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Full Time

3.7

(3)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I live at Champaign city, I can tell that I love to work as a Nanny and have a long time working as a babysitter . I'm a lady who get along very well with children. I can understand your concern about "who will be the right person I should hire to care of my child" Im a mom very conscious, affectionate and dedicate person and...
Patricia can also help with: Travel

Recent review:

5.0
I hired Patricia to care for our daughter for a year and 9 months (from 6 months to 27 months old). Patricia was amazing and is part of the family. The most important thing for a caretaker of your child is that it's someone who keeps them safe. Check....

Kyle L.

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Bozena B.


Champaign, IL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available In The Evenings And On Weekends

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Bozena. I am currently a Masters student at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign, where I am studying Bioengineering. I am looking for part time work Monday and Wednesday mornings, evenings, and on weekends. I love to play sports and I love being active! I come from a big family with many children,...
Bozena can also help with: Carpooling

Recent review:

5.0
While Bozena has not watched my girls before, I know her well as a student in my department at UIUC. I would absolutely have her watch my two girls if she were in the area again! She's punctual, kind, mature, and energetic!

Maddie D.

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Rachael F.


Champaign, IL

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter Looking For Part-Time Opportunities

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Friends! My name is Rachael, and I am a very experienced nanny/babysitter looking for part-time work. I'm originally from Atlanta, GA and moved to the Champaign area for law school. Since graduating with my Juris Doctorate in May 2020, I now work remotely as an analyst for a wealth management firm in Chicago. However, I...
Rachael can also help with: Travel, carpooling
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Matt L.


Champaign, IL

$12-15/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Childcare Provider

4.6

(6)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Matt and I'm a very fun, active, positive male role model with over 20 years of experience in childcare with children of all ages and abilities. Fully background checked, CPR and First Aid certified. Illinois credited childcare professional. Over the years I've worked for various summer day camps, schools,...
Matt can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
My 2 boys have been through a lot and Matt has been amazing for them he is definitely a blessing in our family's life

Rachel M.

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Nyia N.


Champaign, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

3.7

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Nyia but everyone calls me Ny. I am 21 years old and a senior in college. I have been working with children since I was 14 years old. I have 2 nieces and 2 nephews that I occasionally watch after. I plan to be an applied behavioral analysis for special needs children so I guess you can say that working with...
Nyia can also help with: Light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
She always does a good job and cleans up

Myia W.

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River J.


Champaign, IL

$17-22/hr9 yrs exp

A Compassionate, Dependable Sitter

5.0

(1)

Hi! My name is River, I recently graduated from Butler University (December, 2022). I majored in Health Sciences and will begin Butler's physician assistant program in May. I am seeking out babysitting and nanny opportunities during my time off before I start PA school. I have a wide range of availability this spring and can be...
River can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
River is simply the best! My children adore her and I always felt like they were safe, secure, and happy while in her care.

Michael C.

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Sophie H.


Champaign, IL

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hey I'm Sophie! I'm currently a student at the University of Illinois and I'm studying early childhood education. I am 21 and have my associates of arts degree. While I was attending community college I had the opportunity to be the head infant teacher at my local daycare. I primarily worked with children ranging from 6 weeks...
Sophie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Recent review:

5.0
Great babysitter! Sophie is very reliable and is always there when I need her.

Valerie P.

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Kiersten B.


Champaign, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny Kiki At Your Service!

5.0

(1)

Hi! My name is Kiersten, & yet most children prefer to call me Kiki including my niece & nephew's:) I felt led into childcare after volunteering with Big Brother Big Sisters of Champaign, IL. With a bachelor's degree in general studies, an associate degree in psychology, First Aid, CNA, & CPR certifications, I have fallen in...
Kiersten can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

Recent review:

5.0
Kiersten is by far the best nanny anyone could ask for. She worked for us for several weeks and we intended to have her long term. I recently received an offer I couldn't refuse with grandparents able to help with childcare. We truly planned to have Kiersten for...

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Teanna C.


Champaign, IL

$11-16/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Growing up, I have always deeply loved animals. I took care of my family's two cats until the age of 14. After they passed, we adopted two tiny dogs, Dolly and Luna. When I'm home, I often spend my time taking care of them. I also have had years of experience taking care of family and friends' dogs and cats. I currently sit a...
Teanna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking

Recent review:

5.0
So thankful for Teanna!!! We went on a week-long vacation and needed someone to care for our 3 dogs and 2 cats while we were away. The animals loved her and she went above and beyond what we asked of her to make sure that our pets were well cared for. Will...

Cassidy H.

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Matt L.


Champaign, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

5.0

(1)

I have many years of experience and training working with children who have had various special needs, as well as other emotional and behavioral issues. I spent many years as a mentor and respite care provider for children who may have been abused, neglected, or going through other emotional needs and struggles.

Recent review:

5.0
My children were in a program Matt worked at. He is amazing with the kids and my kids love him. Can't wait to hire him personally as I can't leave my son with just any babysitter.

Amy W.

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Deborah W.


Champaign, IL

$49/hr5 yrs exp

Educational Intervention And Arts Specialist

5.0

(3)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm Deborah! (Duh-bore-uh) I love working with children and families. I have experience working with children age 2-12 in schools, after-school programs, music and dancing ensembles, and child care facilities. I work closely with students and families to create enriching activities that children love. I have a bachelor's in...

Recent review:

5.0
Deborah works incredibly well with children with different needs and interests. She tailors both an arts curriculum and a math and science curriculum to our children, taking cues from their interests and from the goals she has for them. Her well-roundness, calm and...

Beth H.

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Margaret J.


Champaign, IL

$15/hr5 yrs exp

My Experience!

5.0

(1)

Hello! My name is Maggie J. and I am a sophomore at the university of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign studying developmental psychology and Spanish, with a minor in child health and well being. I have been babysitting/nannying for over 5 years now, with experience with children of all ages. I love hanging out with kids and want to...
Margaret can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Recent review:

5.0
Maggie is amazing and has been a great caregiver and role model for my girls. She watched them for the past 3 summers.

Jessica M.

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Katelynn B.


Champaign, IL

$16-18/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hello! My name is Katelynn. I am currently a student at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. I am on the pre-nursing track. I am currently located in the Chicago area. I have one year experience in a hospital setting as a CNA on a Neurological Medical Surgical unit and have assisted clients outside of the hospital...
Katelynn can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

Recent review:

5.0
Katelynn performance as an elderly caregiver leaves nothing lacking, meeting all required tasks and requested with no oversight needed. She assisted in making fresh home cooked meals, planning activities, medication handling, and providing great companionship....

Jose R.

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Lena F.


Champaign, IL

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Former Nanny And Current Healthcare Worker Looking For Part Time Care Of A Sweet Baby.

4.2

(5)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone! My name is Lena and I am currently looking to work some hours during the week to help out a family in need of a part time sitter. I have extensive experience in childcare as I was a nanny for around 4 years all throughout the city of Chicago before moving here to Urbana. I made a huge switch and am now working at...
Lena can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Hired Lena for a week. She did a great job watching my children. She even took the dog for a walk. Would definitely hire again!

Natasha R.

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Abigail N.


Champaign, IL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Laughter Is The Best Medicine!

5.0

(1)

I started working with children during high school when I volunteered with children with special needs. I then went on to work in the Christ Church of Oak Brook Daycare as well as nannying for a wonderful family for a year, as well as short-term babysitting for multiple families. Over these 5 years working with kids ages 3...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Recent review:

5.0
I interviewed Abby along with many other applicants and she definitely stood out in our selection process. She was extremely responsive with messages, on time for the interview, and answered my questions professionally. She was sweet, caring, and interacted great...

Katelyn S.

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Deborah W.


Champaign, IL

$11-35/hr5 yrs exp

Educational Intervention And Arts Specialist

5.0

(5)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm Deborah! (Duh-bore-uh) I love working with children and families. I have experience working with children age 2-12 in schools, after-school programs, music and dancing ensembles, and child care facilities. I work closely with students and families to create enriching activities that children love. I have a bachelor's in...
Deborah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Deborah is the BEST! She will fully interact with your child and her positive attitude will shine through as she becomes a role model for your children. Highly Recommend!

Kristofer G.

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Katie M.


Champaign, IL

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

I love being outside and doing crafts. I am a happy, outgoing, fun-loving person. I worked with the Crystal Lake Park District summer camp for two summers. I worked with 4-9 children at a time throughout the summer. The children were from the ages of 6-8.
Katie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Katie is phenomenal! She is professional, kind, attentive, knowledgeable, safety-conscious…everything you would want in someone caring for your child/children. She watched our two young children on a regular basis and we are so lucky we had her before she moved on...

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Lena F.


Champaign, IL

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love all different kinds of animals and have had many of my own as well. I am a reliable caretaker, who will be able to play with, feed, and love your pet. I can do both dog and cat sitting, walking, etc. My schedule is very flexible and I can work around yours!
Lena can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Alison O.


Champaign, IL

$12-20/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm an upcoming senior at UIUC studying Psychology with a minor in Child Health and Wellbeing. I've worked with children of all ages and have been babysitting from the age of 13, including experience at day cares/camps. My time scheduled with you and your kids is dedicated completely to you! I'll do any desired housework...
Alison can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
Alison was available for us on short notice. The kids loved her. She played with them and got them to bed with no problem. She even happily stayed longer than her scheduled time. She seems like a solid, dependable person. Would hire her again!

Vetle T.

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Ericka M.


Champaign, IL

$13-18/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable Babysitter Seeking Babysitting Opportunity

Hello! My name is Ericka and I am a undergraduate college student. I am good with kids since I have two younger siblings, with one of them being a 1-year-old! I have my license and I am CPR certified. I also have years of experience with kids since I would often watch my siblings and cousins. I am looking for one time positions...
Ericka can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Champaign, IL

Patricia L.

5.0

I hired Patricia to care for our daughter for a year and 9 months (from 6 months to 27 months old). Patricia was amazing and is part of the family. The most important thing for a caretaker of your child is that it's someone who keeps them safe. Check. Patricia is a dependable caretaker who...

- Kyle L.

Bozena B.

5.0

While Bozena has not watched my girls before, I know her well as a student in my department at UIUC. I would absolutely have her watch my two girls if she were in the area again! She's punctual, kind, mature, and energetic!

- Maddie D.

Matt L.

5.0

My 2 boys have been through a lot and Matt has been amazing for them he is definitely a blessing in our family's life

- Rachel M.

Nyia N.

5.0

She always does a good job and cleans up

- Myia W.

River J.

5.0

River is simply the best! My children adore her and I always felt like they were safe, secure, and happy while in her care.

- Michael C.

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Average Rating4.5 / 5

Babysitters in Champaign, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 146 listed babysitters.