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I'm a 59-year-old mother of two daughters. I enjoy gardening, crafts, daily walks and camping. I'm a non-smoker. Over the years I've watched children from age 6 weeks up to 10 years old.
Debora can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
At the age of 12, I received a babysitting certification by The Red Cross, since then I have babysat for numerous families in Minnesota, North Carolina, and Illinois. Even landing a nannying job during covid which allowed the parents to focus on their work, knowing I could spend my days entertaining their little ones.
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Miriam can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Debora G.
Elwood, IL
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have many years of experience cleaning and organizing. I have worked with families as a Nanny and have helped in daily cleaning and laundry needs. I take pride in my own home.
Debora can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization
Sylvia S.
Wilmington, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently employed as a Home Management Assistant with a local company. My job entails going into the homes of Seniors and assisting them with non-medical assignments. Much of my work in their homes is housekeeping and I have weekend availability, some Friday, Saturday and Sunday hours.
If you're looking for weekend...
Sylvia can also help with: Dusting, changing bed linens, pet waste cleanup, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"We needed someone to come in on moving day to clean our bathrooms. Sylvia applied, we agreed on date, time and fee. She arrived on time and did a wonderful job getting right to work. She even took on an extra job of cleaning laundry room with no problem. She...
Cheryl S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Ana and I am a junior nursing major in college! I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I can be flexible with schedules and am also comfortable with pets! Right now, I am only looking for short-term jobs like date nights and...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive the girls where they needed to be and take them, and...
Jackie F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always been a very clean person and LOVE to clean and organize in my free time. I am thorough and take my time to make sure things are done efficiently and effectively.
Morgan can also help with: Window washing, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning & more
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. The little girl I watched most recently is in school full time now... so I am looking for a...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Victoria babysat for my 3 boys for many years! She was amazing with them at all ages. She played with the 5&6 year old boys with the baby on her hip. They made up games and did art projects and walked to the park. She was my go-to both planned weekly and spur of...
Danielle V.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Amarah and I am 21 years old. I started babysitting professionally after I got CPR and first aid certified when I was 13. I am comfortable working with children of any age, and I've had substantial experience with children and infants 0 months- 8 years.
My availability is extremely open and flexible! I am a...
Amarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am thrilled to introduce myself as your babysitter. I have 10+ years of experience including work. As the eldest child of 5 siblings and a big family the job comes naturally. I am committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. I understand that every child is unique, and I strive to adjust...
Adriana can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Adriana babysat my two children for 4.5 years!
Son was age 2, daughter newborn.
She was always available for me, so loving and caring for my children
Made sure they were fed , changed and happy! She was so polite and respectful .Always played with them.
She was...
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have three young children of my own. I am an attentive sitter and engage with the children the whole time. Whether it's doing an art project or playing with toys, I aim to keep the children smiling. I work best with younger children and babies, but I know tweens and teenagers would still have a good time. Learning is always...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Olivia was great! Very friendly and our 18 month old was immediately drawn to her. Importantly, Olivia was punctual and dependable. 100% would recommend and would reach out to her again."
Rommie J.
Yasmine C.
Joliet, IL
$13-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Message Me For More Information And References. Excited To Get To Know You And Your Family.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Yasmine! I am 24 years old and am currently a stay at home mom with my 3-month-old son. I pride myself in having open communication with parents to ensure I can provide the best care for their children possible. I am comfortable with driving, school/sports pick ups and drop offs. I am also happy to provide homework help...
5.0
"Yasmine has been a blessing to our family. She is very dependable and communicates with to us regarding our son. She dives in with play time, goes over and beyond the call of duty, and she is like family. We would keep her forever if we could. She is a blessing to...
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Petra R.
Joliet, IL
$22-24/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello Parents! My Name is Petra. I'm 23 years old and have been caring for children since I was 15. I've attended The University of Illinois at Chicago. I've done summer programs and nanny shares. Both in which I curate a fun and easy curriculum for children- that works at their speed. I'm big on strengthening and encouraging...
Petra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Extremely great with children. "
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5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My work experience is in home management (providing non-medical care of seniors in their homes). I have a caregiver's heart and that keeps me caring for people of all ages. If you are in need of a caring, compassionate person who is dependable and trustworthy, that would be me. I have worked as a non medical caregiver for the...
Sylvia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sylvia is dependable and extremely conscientious. She shows up. On time. She is very caring and tender hearted as well. She is an asset to any family that needs to place their loved one, young or old, in the hands of someone else."
Kim M.
Emily S.
Crest Hill, IL
$12-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been around kids in many different capacities before! I was a nanny full time for 2 different families, I babysit a 2-year-old about once a week, I watched my coaches kids before and my younger cousins several times. I am also experienced with kids because I coach younger girls in volleyball. I am crafty but also sporty....
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily is very caring, considerate and reliable. Our son loved having her watch him. She was so reliable during the pandemic and greatly helped while we all were working from home. She took precautions and ensured our son was safe as well"
Pooja S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Morgan, I have around 6 years of experience. I can help with anything around the house, including cooking, light housework (willing to negotiate if more help is needed), keeping kids occupied and entertained, and running errands if needed. I currently work as a house manager/nanny for a family in Darien with...
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Need a five-star sitter? Morgan is outstanding. She engaged with my two boys from the start, and they really liked her. She was early for her assignment, and went above and beyond to make sure things were good."
Jeremy L.
Gabriella B.
Joliet, IL
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked at the YMCA for 3 years where I was a counselor, pre school teachers assistant, day care worker, and summer camp counselor as well. I have worked with all age groups and love working with children. I am CPR certified and have also been a nanny for a child with diabetes before. I love taking care of babies and was...
Gabriella can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids loved Gabby! She was very dependable and I never had to worry if someone would be at the bus stop waiting for the kids when they got home from school. She always made sure homework was completed and kept them active and playing the entire time she was...
Care member
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
(2)
Hi everyone! I'm currently looking for a full time long term position or just for the summer. I'm also available for date nights/last minute events on the weekend. I love working with kids and have 5yrs experience (ages 1-15) ranging from- date night babysitting, nannying for 5 kids, Montessori Assistant Pre-k teacher and...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I have been working with Ashley at a Montessori School in our primary classroom with children ages 3-6. Ashley is an energetic and dependable teacher. She is compassionate, caring and the children absolutely love her. Each day Ashley brings her patience and...
Celia K.
5.0
(4)
Hey I'm Autumn, I am 21 years old. I've been babysitting for families since I was 14 years old. I have taken a child development course in high school so I know plenty of crafts and activities that are both fun and educational. Health and fitness are something I pride myself in so your child will always be cared for. I know...
Autumn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Autumn is such a sweet girl and really cares. Unlike other babysitters/ tutors I have had for my kids in the past, Autumn really puts effort into making them happy and comfortable when I am not able to be there. I am really thankful for her!"
Vito D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother and I have cared for kids ranging from newborns to 7-year-olds I am very attentive and tolerant I really really do love kids I like to treat every child like they are my own and also like I would want my child to be treated.
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Gen took care of my parents in their home for almost a year. She was always kind, tolerant, reasonable, patient, and pleasant. She is honest, reliable, and easy to get along with. Gen feels like family and I can't recommend her highly enough. She's a wonderful...
Kim A.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Elwood, IL
Sylvia S.
5.0
We needed someone to come in on moving day to clean our bathrooms. Sylvia applied, we agreed on date, time and fee. She arrived on time and did a wonderful job getting right to work. She even took on an extra job of cleaning laundry room with no problem. She did an awesome job!!! If I ever need...
- Cheryl S.
Ana E.
5.0
Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive the girls where they needed to be and take them, and on fun outings. I trust very few...
- Jackie F.
Victoria S.
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 guarantee they'll be treated like her...
- Becca S.
Adriana N.
5.0
Adriana babysat my two children for 4.5 years!
Son was age 2, daughter newborn.
She was always available for me, so loving and caring for my children
Made sure they were fed , changed and happy! She was so polite and respectful .Always played with them.
She was our favorite! We unfortunately moved...
- Care member
Olivia S.
5.0
Our little guy warmed up to her no problem and everything went great for our second time with a non-family member babysitter! Thank you Olivia!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Elwood, IL:
How can I find a Elwood babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Elwood, IL?
The average rate for Elwood, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Elwood, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Elwood, IL through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.