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139 babysitters are listed in Rockford, IL
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Rockford, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!!
I am currently in school & pretty busy but I am always on the look out for one time, date night & tutoring positions. As well as pick up drop off jobs and household help!!
Here's a little bit about myself:
I am currently attending Northern Illinois University (commuting). I am 20 years old. I have experience working...
Jemma can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience babysitting children from the ages of newborn to 12 years old. I have a Bachelor's degree in Urban Education. I have taught for two years, one at the preschool level and second year in special education.
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Lynn D.
Rockford, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Qualified Special Needs Mom Providing Care For All Ages And Abilities
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a mature, responsible grandmotherly type. I absolutely love children and treat the children I care for as if they were my own family. Also, I am reliable, I show up and on time. I am also a qualified Special Needs mom with 24+ years experience with Autism, ADHD, IDD, and MI with my special needs son. In combination with...
Lynn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Lynn was wonderful with our 18 month old son! He is very attached to us and has a little stranger anxiety. He took to Lynn right away. Children can tell when someone is a kind soul and that’s what Lynn is. Love her!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a part-time nanny for two families with Care. com and can provide references.
I have over six years of experience.
Within that time I have taken care of babies, inclusive children and have education in speech pathology. I am certified for Child Development, Health and Safety. My BS is from NIU in Engineering.
I...
Marie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She was fantastic. I will be coming to Rockford regularly and will be using again. "
Tracy F.
Azariah H.
Rockford, IL
$13-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Im a 22-year-old female I am currently working on entrepreneurship I have a passion for babysitting/childcare I am super chill laid back and fun loving I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I've been working with kids literally my whole life. My first job was when I was 10...
Azariah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I had her house sit for a week and she did an excellent job taking care of my dog and keeping clean"
Care member
Kylee N.
Rockford, IL
$34/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am looking to be a part time babysitter. I have about six years of experience watching kids in my family or family friends. While in high school I obtained my ECE (early childhood education) certificate. Most recently I received my CNA license through a nursing program and plan to continue my education in healthcare. I am a...
5.0
"Kylee is punctual and very friendly. Unfortunately we no longer need her services but my daughter loved having her as a babysitter."
Tony C.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sofia! I strive to provide a warm, fun and nurturing environment in all babysitting assignments. I create an environment where the children feel safe and supported, where they are allowed to explore ideas about the world, where they are able to develop a strong sense of self and let their creativity flourish! I...
Sofia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sofia watched our 4 month old daughter and dog. She is so awesome and we didn't worry at all when she was here. If she's available to watch your child, HIRE HER IMMEDIATELY! She was always on time in the mornings and responded quickly to our daughter's needs. When...
Mark M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 8 years of experience babysitting babies and kids for many families. I have 3 years of experience working as an inclusion instructor/site coordinator of 60 children and K-5 tutoring. I can help with housecleaning, meal time, homework help, and arts & crafts with fun times. I'm CPR trained and First Aid trained for...
Jashyanique can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
(6)
Hello! I'm Abigail, a compassionate and reliable caregiver with a passion for housecleaning, pet care, and babysitting. With a loving and nurturing approach, I strive to provide exceptional care for both furry friends and little ones. I am dedicated to ensuring a safe and positive environment while maintaining a high standard of...
Abigail can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Abigail is a very responsible and honest person, Never late always has her priorities straight and what ever task she is working on it’s her main focus. Would absolutely hire her again."
Ezekiel A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a big sister of two little brothers, and a member of a large extended family (with lots of little cousins!), my love for kids has only grown over the years. Kids are my passion, and I always feel comfortable around them. I love to play, teach, and create with children, as I've always been a very creative and driven person...
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Miranda interviewed with us for a full time nanny position. She was punctual, organized, and truthful. Her references were wonderful and all of them commented on how she was not just a babysitter who sat on the phone and watched TV. They said she interacted with...
Jamie B.
Tanya B.
Rockford, IL
$18-31/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I started working with kids when I was 18 years old right after I graduated from high school. I have done some babysitting and I have worked daycares and camp. enjoy working with kids because I love to see the faces when they are learning something new. Kids are just an enjoyable thing for me. My husband and I hope to have kids...
Tanya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tanya is the best caregiver for kids. They just gravitate towards her at church. We call her the baby whisperer. 👶 "
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years experience caring for children. I have been a nanny for various families with children of all ages, as well as a daycare teacher, substitute teacher, infant teacher, and public school preschool teacher. I worked for the same family for over four years, starting with two children ages 6 months and 2 years,...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm an ambitious person who is also very passionate. I work with two kids in the afternoon and I am a house/pet sitter. I'm also currently going to college to become an elementary teacher. I love pets, arts and crafts, and reading. I can work late nights and on the weekends.
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kristen has been a huge help in providing transportation for our daughter! Our daughter enjoys their time together and speaks highly of her. Sounds like there is a lot of singing going on. "
Rebecca N.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm 31, I love working with children. I have a ton of experience- 18 years of childcare, 4 working in school leadership, 5 in daycare, 4 years directing children's theater camps, and I have 21 nieces and nephews that I love to spend time with (and give their parents a break). A little more about me as a person - I love...
Aurora can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Aurora has babysat for my 5 children. They have a lot of fun with her and she does a great job from letting chaos prevail. She has a wonderful way with my daughter who is on the spectrum."
Sharla G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
While raising my three daughters in the Chicago area, I ran an unlicensed daycare. I raised our neighborhood. I have since been blessed with three grandchildren who range in age of 2-6 years old. In June I stayed with them for 10 days while my daughter and her husband traveled to Spain. We had a blast! I will be returning in...
Kelleen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ms. Kelly has been a huge help to me in finding childcare to help support my needs post C-Section. Having a second baby with no local support was overwhelming and she was kind enough to fit in time between her other full time family. This has been huge in...
Danielle S.
5.0
(1)
I am a proud mother of four adult children and four grandkids who are my heart! They live in California and Idaho so I try to visit them a few times a year. I relocated back to Rockford in 2014 to be closer to my aging parents who recently celebrated 70 years of marriage! Anyway, I'm retired and now doing what makes me happy...
Jody can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jody took care of my mother for a little more than three years. Every morning she would start Mother’s Day off by reminding her what day it was, what the temp was and what was going on in the world. Jody would talk to her and get here to reminisce about her past...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been animal sitting and house sitting for about a year and a half now. To check out my references further feel free to look me up on pet care service! I love and care for animals as if they were apart of my family. I have endless patience for them and have experience giving animals medications.
Kristen can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
3.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cleaned homes in the past.
I am reliable and work with your schedule. I will listen to and perform all job tasks.
Darcy can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
3.0
"Darcy was on-time for her in-person interview on Tuesday, and seemed like she would be fantastic for my needs. We agreed that she would start the following Tuesday afternoon. The morning of the day that she was to start, she messaged me and informed me that her...
David W.
Kylee N.
Rockford, IL
$12-17/hr
5.0
(1)
I just graduated from high school and I am currently attending RVC. I don't have any paid experience but I help my parents with chores around the house all the time. I am a responsible and reliable worker. You can always count on me to do the job right and be on time.
Hello! I'm Taylor. I like to be able to help people in any way I can. I regularly do volunteer work and love what I do. I'd love to get the chance to help you in a variety of ways, housekeeping, organizing, babysitting, grocery shopping, etc.
Thank you for your consideration!
Taylor can also help with: Vacuuming and/or mopping, dusting, kitchen cleaning
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Rockford, IL
Lynn D.
5.0
Lynn was wonderful with our 18 month old son! He is very attached to us and has a little stranger anxiety. He took to Lynn right away. Children can tell when someone is a kind soul and that’s what Lynn is. Love her!
- Care member
Marie J.
5.0
She was fantastic. I will be coming to Rockford regularly and will be using again.
- Tracy F.
Azariah H.
5.0
We have had Azariah sit for us a few times now and is our dedicated sitter. Incredibly punctual, friendly, flexible and a dog lover! We're incredibly lucky to have a dedicated sitter for our daughter and we look forward to continuing to work together!
- Care member
Kylee N.
5.0
Kylee is punctual and very friendly. Unfortunately we no longer need her services but my daughter loved having her as a babysitter.
- Tony C.
Sofia D.
5.0
Sofia is the baby whisperer! This was the first time we left our toddler and 5 month old with someone outside our family. She asked me so many questions about their care, it really made me feel confident that she could handle them! I told her to text me with any questions she had because our baby is...
- Katie A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Rockford, IL:
How can I find a Rockford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Rockford, 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 139 babysitters in Rockford, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Rockford, IL?
The average rate for Rockford, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.27 per hour as of May 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 Rockford, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Rockford, 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.
Ratings for Rockford, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Rockford, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 59 reviews of the 139 listed babysitters.