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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been providing childcare for 15 years and I have worked with children ranging from infant to adolescent. I love working with children and enjoy doing many different activities! I also have a B. A. in Psychology.
Dayna can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with anything from light housekeeping to meal prep! Anything that you come up with, I can work around! I love children of all ages and all kinds of animals! I helped raise all of my siblings and am a veteran! Will negotiate/move my hours if requested!
Haylee can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Haylee helped us out with our nieces and nephews during our wedding. She was great with the kids ages infancy through 6 years. She even saved us by adding in an extra evening of care last minute. Thanks, Haylee!"
Michelle S.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have grown up with animals all of my life but have pet sat as a job for about 4 years for friends and family! Love any animal big or small and can't wait to meet yours!!
Haylee can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Haylee G.
East Dubuque, IL
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, im Haylee! Here to help when you need it! Send me a message with any questions. I clean everything within reason and dont mind if you have special requests.
Haylee can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, carpet cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning & more
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I do really love taking care of children/child and making memories with. I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping, errands, transportation, help with meds, and meal prep/cooking! Anything that you come up with, I can work around! I love animals so there is no worry there! Helped my grandparents with day to day activities and am a veteran! Will negotiate/move my hours if...
Haylee can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy helping others and have worked with children, special need clients and clients needing assistance with meds, bathing, laundry, cleaning and other household tasks.
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, hospice services, errands, respite care, light cleaning & more
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 25 years of experience providing care and instruction for special needs children and young adults and have
worked at a childcare center with ages infant to school age. I am professional, reliable and enjoy helping and working with people of all ages.
5.0
"I would highly recommend Kimberly. She has been working with my special-needs daughter for many years, she is conscientious, dependable, kind and fun!"
Molly D.
Grace S.
Dubuque, IA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I have 5 years of experience of babysitting. I am certified through the American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR AED program. I will cook, clean, babysit, pet sit, house sit, ect. I'm in college part time for beauty school but have lots of availability on the weekends. I'm a creative, patient person and I love to watch...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Grace is extremely responsible and loving. "
Care member
4.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Dubuque native who is currently in my 7th year of teaching in Dubuque Community School District. I have a bachelors degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in special education, middle school, science and reading as well as a masters degree in Instructional Leadership. I have many hours of experience with kids of...
Melanie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a student at Emmaus Bible College majoring in ESL education grades k-12. So during the week I will be in school. But I am available in the mornings to help if needed as well as chauffeur. People say I have a bubbly caring personality. I used to take care of my little sisters every afternoon and since moving to college I...
Bria can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bria was amazing with the kids-they LOVE her! She is super sweet! They have all requested that we have her babysit again soon! ☺️"
Care member
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked at Blank Children's Hospital from October 2019-May 2020 and October 2020-August 2021. I am regularly helping kids and parents through difficult and stressful procedures, as well as simply playing with them! I also provide baths, showers, feedings, and changes as needed for an average of 8-16 patients.
I am happy to...
Yvonne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Yvonne is a wonderful, responsible individual who I would trust any day with my one year-old. She's friendly, compassionate, and hard-working. She loves kids and is isn't afraid to be goofy and silly when she's around them. She's bright, motivated, and reliable....
Gretchen Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I nannied all through high school and I enjoyed it so much. I love caring for people and especially the kids in my life.
Martha can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Maddy S.
Dubuque, IA
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Maddy and I am currently a junior at Loras College. I have about 6 years of experience including child watch at church, a regular sitter for families, and babysitting as needed. I am able to help with travel, laundry, meals, school work, and more. I'm willing to provide care and help to whatever extent your family...
Hi there! My name is Grace. I am 25 years old and am working full time For Hills and dales. I Love children. I have been babysitting for a while (3 Years). I play volleyball and love the outdoors. I have coached a club volleyball team this past year and am going to do the same this year. I am super excited for this summer and...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Demaria B.
Dubuque, IA
$16-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm 22 years old. I just became a mother 2021 so I have a very sweet 2-year-old baby boy! I've always loved kids, probably because I come from a big family, I have 11 siblings and 14 nieces and nephews. So I've been babysitting since I was 10 with supervision and on my own at 13. My jr yr of high school I took a ECE class...
Demaria can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 12+ years of babysitting/nannying experience, working with infants/children of all ages. I enjoy staying busy & love being outdoors. I am a dog lover so any dogs are ok.
Mckenna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Shannon R.
Dubuque, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I have been nannying and babysitting for 10 years, and am the oldest of 9 children. Not only am I experienced when twins, newborns and every age up, I am willing to give you a hand with light housework and meal prep if you're needing a date night, or even just a night to get some shopping done! I am ex-military, have a...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Sarah C.
Dubuque, IA
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Sarah and I recently graduated from Loras College in May 2023. I have 6 years experience including working at a few daycares, summer nannying for a family, and babysitting as needed. I can help with travel/carpooling, after school activities, laundry, meals, and more. I'm open to helping in whatever capacity...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a stay at home mom and work part time on our dairy farm in the early morning. I have a 1-year-old son and a stepdaughter (3) so I am very comfortable with young children. I used to babysit my neighbors kids while I was in high school and they were early school age (5-8). I am looking for some extra work to do on the side so...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Galena, IL
Haylee G.
5.0
Haylee helped us out with our nieces and nephews during our wedding. She was great with the kids ages infancy through 6 years. She even saved us by adding in an extra evening of care last minute. Thanks, Haylee!
- Michelle S.
Kimberly C.
5.0
I would highly recommend Kimberly. She has been working with my special-needs daughter for many years, she is conscientious, dependable, kind and fun!
- Molly D.
Grace S.
5.0
Grace is extremely responsible and loving.
- Care member
Bria T.
5.0
Bria was amazing with the kids-they LOVE her! She is super sweet! They have all requested that we have her babysit again soon! ☺️
- Care member
Yvonne S.
5.0
Yvonne is a wonderful, responsible individual who I would trust any day with my one year-old. She's friendly, compassionate, and hard-working. She loves kids and is isn't afraid to be goofy and silly when she's around them. She's bright, motivated, and reliable.
We love Yvonne and if she lived...
- Gretchen Z.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Galena, IL:
How can I find a Galena babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Galena, IL can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 1 babysitters in Galena, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Galena, IL?
The average rate for Galena, IL babysitters on Care.com is $10.00 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 Galena, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Galena, 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.