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91 babysitters are listed in Aurora, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Aurora, IL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Nice to meet you!
I have over 10+ years of experience caring for kids ranging from newborn to teen. I am also a mother to three kids, ages 3, 8 and 12. I studied Child Development and Early Childhood in high school and am enrolled in University. I enjoy activities such as arts and crafts and strongly encourage reading, so...
Leslie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Leslie is great with kids! She comes up with fun activities for my 1 year old that keep her entertained and that let her learn and explore her senses. She is also very accommodating my daughters vegetarian diet."
Jennifer C.
Denise B.
Aurora, IL
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm Denise I'm 21 Years Old And Have 4 Years Of Babysitting, I Do A Lot Of Babysitting For Friends!
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Denise, I'm currently a sales associate at a retail store. I'm a college student at waubonsee community college and will be graduating summer 2024 with my associates in science, I'll keep pressuring my career as a nurse. I started babysitting in 2019, babysitting to lovely little girls, I babysat for a year and...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Denise is an excellent role model for kids. She comes complete with a sense of humor, responsibility, and total control over any situation. My kids love her. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
You can expect lots of reading, songs, sign language, and outdoor fun in our home! Providing attentive care for little ones is something close to my heart. As a mama of 5 and a certified former elementary education teacher, I have spent the past 16 years nurturing and developing young hearts and minds. It's important to me to...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Katie took such wonderful care of our 10 month old son! She took the time to learn his routine and provide me updates throughout the day. Her compassion, kindness, and communication were more than I could have asked for. She truly went above and beyond in every way...
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Yasmina R.
Aurora, IL
$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Yasmina from Aurora Illinois
I have two children and I have been working with children my entire life. I work at an elementary school as a teacher assistant with special needs and general education students. I love working with kids, and I am honest and efficient. Furthermore, I am responsible, respectful, patient, and caring. I...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have nothing but good things to say about Yasmina, first off shes really punctual and polite , I just knew my kids will love her ,and they did. She kept on checking with me if my kids had any possible allergies , which I really appreciated, she was cautious and...
Salva A.
5.0
(1)
I am a young at heart and caring senior that loves working with kids and animals. I have a realtor broker license and substitute teaching certificate (K-12), I have raised 2 boys (now adults) and have cared for animals (dogs, cats, parrots, fish, small mammals, lizards, snakes, etc.). I love to help students with their studies,...
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Monica helps us out with our two boys (4 and 7). We completely trust her. She always thinks how to spend time with kids for their best. We are happy to know her and kids love her! Highly recommended!"
Olivia M.
5.0
(2)
HI, My name is Chelsea. I am 24 years of age and a graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago. I am currently a stay at home mom but my ultimate passion is working with children. For as long as I remember I have loved working with kids of all ages. At a young age I began babysitting for family and friends of family as...
Chelsea can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Chelsea is a really out going person and willing to get the job done but correctly. She have an upbeat personality. "
Patrick F.
Kaleigh L.
Aurora, IL
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kaleigh and I am an elementary school teacher. I'm looking for occasional babysitting gigs on the weekends or date nights during the week. I have previous childcare experience with children ranging from 6-months up to 12-year-olds. Throughout these experiences I cared for the children and completed light...
Kaleigh can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kaleigh has babysat for my two boys (2 years and 8 months) twice now and I plan to keep using her in the future! She responds professionally and promptly and is great with kids. Would definitely recommend using Kaleigh for babysitting needs!"
Jennifer M.
Sarina K.
Aurora, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have taken 2 years of child development and studied Life Span and Development psychology. I have also been certified in CPR and first aid. I love children and helping them grow! I also am a huge animal lover! My family has owned a cleaning company for the past 30 years so I learned very young how to clean and love...
Sarina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarina has always been a responsible and caring person. She can anticipate what needs to be done and take care of it before being asked. She has compassion for others which is a quality that will make her successful at whatever she chooses to do."
Phyllis C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children for over 15 years, I worked for KinderCare from 2004 to 2009, I also have experience working in a private child care facility. I am currently working at Child-time Daycare Center. I would like to open a home daycare, I love caring for and teaching children. I enjoy developing curriculum, arts and...
Afsana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Afsana was my infant assistant for many years. I've worked alongside her for almost 5 years. We were both placed on furlough only because of Covid closed our center. Afsana is very loving, attentive and guides children in all stages of learning. Best caregiver I've...
Karen S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am friendly and eager to teach and learn. I love to engage and play with the children, I have experience with infants under 12 months and kids 2-14 years old. Currently nannying for a family but have some free time during the day.
I have been nannying for kids 4/7 and now 7/11: prepping meals, and helping with homework as...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"While our family went a different direction and were not able to bring Vanessa on board, I wanted to take a minute to talk about our overall experience with Holly. Holly was amazing to speak to on the initial call and has great experience in child care. She was...
Shreya R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Rachel. I am a 24-year-old.
I love watching children, love creating a bond with them. They bring out the inner child of me.
I'm 5+ years of experience in this field of work. I love taking the kids out to the park, splash pad or pool (if the weather permits us to go), nature trails/hiking, and museums. I have a...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was very good with my daughter "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had experience with newborns all the way up to 13-year-olds, I know how to potty train and handled children that need a lot of attention as well as calm children... I very much enjoy taking care of children.
5.0
"Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave updates via texts. Constantly sending my husband and I pictures which was a nice way to keep us updated on our baby's activities. Highly recommend!"
Esmeralda L.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 20 years of experience with more than one child, including twins age 3. I love children. I like hiking, playing, and teaching. I speak Spanish and will teach your child if you wish. I have great references.
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello! My name is Valeria and I have 8 years of experience with babies and kids. I'm patient and I love to join in activities with the kids. I'm drug and alcohol free and also have my own transportation. I'm available late on weekends and I am very flexible with hours.
Valeria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I currently work in Orthodontics. I'm looking for weekend or evening opportunities. I'm known for my creativity, responsible work habits, and interacting with children. I have worked with and babysat kids of all ranges- baby's to middle school kids. I have had many experience leading weekly small group personalized academic...
Maddie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Janelle and I have 10+ years of experience caring for littles. I am self-employed so I benefit from a flexible schedule. I try to accommodate last-minute requests as much as possible and have immediate availability.
My motto is "Let them be Little" as I think it's our duty as adults to make children feel loved and...
Janelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
I'm a registered nurse needing a break from the bedside. I am BLS/ACLS certified.
I've nannied for kids all throughout high school and college, ages anywhere between 0-13. I love all animals, have no allergies, and have my own transportation!
Diana can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
I have looked after children's well-being since I was 13 years old. I have experience with infants through school age. I have a college degree, enjoy reading books, sewing, and playing board games. Being a parent myself, I understand how precious children are and will look after yours as my own.
Sonia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hi! My name is Charlotte I am 20 years old and an art student at from Chicago. I love being with kids and I have around 6 years of experience. My previous job as a teaching assistant for a toddler classroom has strengthened my skills in diaper changing, meal time, nap time, story time, arts/crafts and outside play. Some of my...
Charlotte can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi ! My name is Pilar and I have been caring for children for almost 12 years, being with children is the best heart warming job! I have worked as an after school program coordinator with ages ranging from 4-12, helping them with homework, providing them snacks and certain school lessons. I have also babysat for many years with...
Pilar can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Aurora, IL
Leslie M.
5.0
Extremely nice! My wife was very impressed!
- Robert M.
Denise B.
5.0
Denise is an excellent role model for kids. She comes complete with a sense of humor, responsibility, and total control over any situation. My kids love her.
- Care member
Katie F.
5.0
Katie is one of my kids favorite people!
Her genuine love for kids is so evident-she regularly plans fun, age appropriate activities that captivate and delight my littles.
She is involved and hands-on/present in her care, providing a safe, but oh-so-fun time with her ideas, games, crafts, or...
- Katy K.
Yasmina R.
5.0
I have nothing but good things to say about Yasmina, first off shes really punctual and polite , I just knew my kids will love her ,and they did. She kept on checking with me if my kids had any possible allergies , which I really appreciated, she was cautious and very responsible.
Would...
- Salva A.
Monica M.
5.0
Monica helps us out with our two boys (4 and 7). We completely trust her. She always thinks how to spend time with kids for their best. We are happy to know her and kids love her! Highly recommended!
- Olivia M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Aurora, IL:
How can I find a Aurora babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Aurora, 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 91 babysitters in Aurora, 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 Aurora, IL?
The average rate for Aurora, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.29 per hour as of January 2025. 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 Aurora, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Aurora, IL through Care.com. As of 2025, 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 Aurora, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Aurora, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 91 listed babysitters.