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Alivia R.


Pekin, IL

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

I Have Homeschooled Two Kiddos In A Previous Babysitting Job And Learned Many New Skills From That.

hello! I'm a midterm graduate from pekin high school. I am 20 yrs old & I am looking to find a full time nanny position! I have about 6 years of experience with children of all ages and also took a 2 hour child care class everyday in high school. Align with babysitting my cousins, niece and nephew since they were a newborn.
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Taylor C.


Pekin, IL

$12-22/hr2 yrs exp

Future Art Teacher

Hi! My name is Taylor, but I go by my middle name (Donnie). I am a future teacher and current junior year college student majoring in Art Education. I'm hoping to fulfill one-time or recurring childcare at nights. I worked as a summer camp counselor for two years and have an artistic background. I prefer working with older kids...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Lisa S.


Pekin, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a retired school teacher in search of a position as a nanny or babysitter for a good family. My teaching experience includes early childhood education including pre kindergarten and kindergarten. My last assignments were with the Pleasant Valley School District. Prior long term substitute teaching with Norfolk Public...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Tiffany G.


Pekin, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider Looking For Part Time Position With Possibility Of Full Time Summer Position

I have been babysitting since I was 13. I had my first experience as a nanny last semester and I loved it. I enjoy children and have been involved with children's ministry in churches growing up and am always the first to volunteer for childcare at just about every event I attend. I am in school and initially was studying to be...
Tiffany can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
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Grace S.


Pekin, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Creative, Kind Caretaker

Hi, I'm Grace and I'm a former 2s teacher (1. 5 years), turned nanny! In my position as a daycare teacher, I was praised highly for my patience, communication skills with parents, and natural ability to "get through" to children. Prior to teaching daycare, I was a Life Skills Teacher for adults with disabilities, primarily...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Rebekah B.


Pekin, IL

$33/hr10 yrs exp

I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. I have cared for a variety of children ranging from 12 months to 12 years. I have been babysitting since I was 13, and have therefore had 11 years of experience in caring for...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Shelby J.


Pekin, IL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

I have been pet sitting in the Peoria area through word of mouth for about 3-4 years now! I absolutely love animals, and any chance I get to spend with them is worth it to me! I work from home as well, and can pick my work up and take it anywhere.
Shelby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Caitlin L.


Pekin, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Caitlin

Hi! My name is Caitlin. I am currently finishing my sophomore year, and I'm looking for a job during the summer of 2020! As I am majoring in elementary education, I can't think of any better job than to surround myself with kids for the summer! I have nannied previously, and I loved every bit of it, so I would love to do it...
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Leah M.


Pekin, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a residential college student currently home for the summer, looking to find a part-time or full-time positioning caring for children. I have worked as a summer camp counselor for the past several summers and have found that working with children provides much needed joy in my life. I would love the opportunity to spend my...
Leah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jenna M.


Pekin, IL

$22-50/hr6 yrs exp

Ive Got My CDA And Ive Worked With Kids For Years

My name is Jenna im almost 22, i've worked in a daycare for four years then I've been since December. I have my CDA in infants and toddlers and 2s
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Rebekah B.


Pekin, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

I have experience with special needs with Best Buddies at my former high school. I have a understand with people with IDD from ages 10-14. I am very passionate about caring for children with special needs being able to calm them down and try my best to find a solution.
Hi! I have owned pets all my life, and know how to take great care of them! I have a son of my own and have many years of childcare under my belt. I have Emt and fire training, and CPR certification.
Serenity can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting

Serenity K.


Pekin, IL

$14-15/hr9 yrs exp

I have several references, I am a mom who doesn't smoke or drink, I also have reliable transportation. I have Emt, fire, and CPR training under my belt. I'm comfortable with all pets and can help with housework!
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am well educated and have knowledge in almost every subject! I am dyslexia and adhd friendly, along with autism!
I have great attention to detail and am efficient at tedious tasks! I can perform a wide variety of tasks including laundry, dishes, vacuuming and sweeping, etc.
Serenity can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, carpet cleaning & more
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Brooke P.


Peoria, IL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Brooke. I was born and raised in Central Illinois. I have held the title of nanny for numerous years now. Seeing the smiles on kids faces makes my every day. I am the oldest of three, so I have been around children most my life. Being 4 when my sister was born, and 8 when my brother was born, I was a big help...
Brooke can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
My boys adored Brooke. She is fun loving and always wore a smile. She would get down and play with the boys for hours. Whether it was building legos or playing trains, she did so with enthusiasm.

Mary Lou L.

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Mary M.


Morton, IL

$16-21/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hi! My name is Mary and I love working with kids! I started babysitting when I was 12 and I've been keeping up with it since. I have experience working in all kinds of households ranging from one-on-one care with a toddler to caring for families with 7+ kids. In addition to this, I was a dance teacher for a few years and I love...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
Mary is a wonderful babysitter. She is the oldest of 6 kids, so this job comes naturally to her as she has always been a huge help to her own family. My 7 kids, and my husband and I have always had an abundance of respect for Mary. She is confident and diligent in...

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Ireland R.


Morton, IL

$12-17/hr6 yrs exp

Teacher And Entertainer

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have about 6 years of experience with babysitting other families, but have been working with kids and siblings as long as I can remember. I love making connections with kids and helping them learn and grow. I'm always willing to help clean and do any household chores needed.
Ireland can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Ireland was amazing with my kids! She played with them and went on a walk with them. She got them to bed without issue, which is a feat in and of itself. My kids loved her and so do I.

Kathryn M.

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Breann M.


Peoria, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny

5.0

(6)

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting when I was 13 years old. I took a babysitting course. I have watched children anywhere from the ages of 1-week-old to 10 years old. I am CPR certified. I love watching kids of different ages, especially babies! I like to stay active with the children. Sports is important and anything that will get us up and...
Breann can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Very friendly and did a great job.

Care member

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Chloe N.


Peoria, IL

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am Chloe, I will be a sophomore in college at Bradley University going for my Bachelors of Science in Nursing. I have two little siblings (sister 11, brother 9) that I have always helped to take care of as well as a couple of other family's kids that go to their school. I also have worked at a beach camp for the past three...
Chloe can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Chloe was great! She watched the kids in the pool. She played video games with my son and played pretend with my daughter and her kitchen set. They loved her! We would definitely hire her again.

Lucy C.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Pekin, IL

Brooke P.

5.0

My boys adored Brooke. She is fun loving and always wore a smile. She would get down and play with the boys for hours. Whether it was building legos or playing trains, she did so with enthusiasm.

- Mary Lou L.

Mary M.

5.0

Mary is a wonderful babysitter. She is the oldest of 6 kids, so this job comes naturally to her as she has always been a huge help to her own family. My 7 kids, and my husband and I have always had an abundance of respect for Mary. She is confident and diligent in how she carries out any duties I...

- Care member

Ireland R.

5.0

Ireland was amazing with my kids! She played with them and went on a walk with them. She got them to bed without issue, which is a feat in and of itself. My kids loved her and so do I.

- Kathryn M.

Breann M.

5.0

Very friendly and did a great job.

- Care member

Chloe N.

5.0

Chloe was great! She watched the kids in the pool. She played video games with my son and played pretend with my daughter and her kitchen set. They loved her! We would definitely hire her again.

- Lucy C.

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