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60 babysitters are listed in Batavia, IL
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Batavia, IL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have more than 15 years of experience in nannying with many wonderful references. I have been with my current employer for the last two years, caring for two darling girls aged 1 and 3. Prior to that I was full-time for one boy from infancy to kindergarten, running the gambit of care from diapers to pre-K drop-off....
Peggy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Peggy watched my children from the time they were infants until they went to school. She was so loving and wonderful with them. They loved Peggy. My kiddos are in middle school now, but they still talk about Peggy with such fondness. I always trusted my kids were...
Heather M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience babysitting children of different ages. Throughout high school, I frequently babysat for many families with multiple children. One summer I babysat for a family with three girls and included structured dance lessons. I have a sister 5 years younger than me and have always been involved in helping take...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"Anna is the sweetest with all 4 of our kids. She is kind and caring and trustworthy. I would recommend her in a heartbeat."
Elizabeth S.
Carolyn M.
Batavia, IL
$10-15/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
I have been a professional nanny for over 11 years, and have loved every moment of it. Having a hand in raising children ranging in ages newborn to 10-years-old has been incredibly rewarding.
I am currently available for occasional babysitting jobs.
Some information about myself:
I have an associates degree in medical...
Carolyn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We loved having Carolyn with us as a PT nanny for 1.5 years. I felt confident leaving my two small children with her. My little girl especially loved doing all the creative art projects she came up with, too!"
Anna D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sydney, I am 24 years old and a student at the Chamberlain University. I am studying nursing with the goal to be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. I am the oldest out of 3 and helped out a lot with my siblings when they were younger. I have a wide range of experience watching kids from infants to pre-teens as well...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for my children (ages 4 and 7), and I have often observed her patience and creatively with my boys. She is a role...
Andrea W.
Alana P.
Batavia, IL
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a Christian, and am open and passionate about my faith. I love doing arts and crafts with children and am always open for a fun adventure with them! I also enjoy getting to know children, as well as having fun with them!
I'd describe my personality as fun, adventurous, and silly!
I like working with kids because I look...
5.0
"Alana is a wonderful babysitter! I appreciate that she is reliable, responsible and consistent. My children love that she is kind, playful and creative. "
Care member
hi ! I'm Addison, but you can call me Addie. I'm 22 years old and I've been babysitting on and off since I was 14. I'm CPR certified and have taken a babysitting course. I like taking care of kids because they're fun and good energy. I'm currently attending North Central College with a degree in Marketing. I'm a graphic designer...
Addison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Grace! I currently attend College of DuPage studying Human Services and am working towards my School Social Work degree. I have worked at the District for 5 years now doing Club (before/after school care) and summer camp! I LOVE working with kids of all ages and am also interested in pet/house sitting!
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi moms! I am 21 and a junior at NIU and I received my associates degree at Wabaunsee in Sugar Grove! I am currently feeling out careers for the future but looking towards becoming an OT in pediatrics since I love caring for children! If interested I have some great families that would love to be a reference for me since I am...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Alaina F.
Batavia, IL
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've Been Babysitting For About 5 Years Now, I Work Well With Kids Of Any Age!
I'd describe my personality as collected, caring, friendly
I like working with kids because I love building fun relationships with the kids no matter the age it just brings me so much joy and babysitting/nannying has always been a thing of mine
I am now 19 years old and I started working with kids about 5 years ago (friends...
Claudia L.
Batavia, IL
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi! I have been a nanny for the past 9 years and have loved it! I love to stay active with the kiddos (going for walks to the park, the library, crafts, etc). I am currently searching for a part time position while I go back to school.
Kelly B.
Batavia, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I have worked with kids for 10+ years. As the oldest of 3 girls, I began babysitting when I was 14. I've nannied for 2 families, worked 3 years at the Batavia park district summer camp, coach for the Batavia youth soccer camp, and more.
I spent 1 year after my undergrad as a registered behavior technician for children...
Kelly can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Meara S.
Batavia, IL
$17/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Meara, I am a college student returning home in the summer and looking for a nannying job! I have experience babysitting a variety of ages and have worked 6+ months full-time at a daycare. I'm the oldest child in my family so I have experience working with kids of all ages. I am a pre-law student, and very goal...
Meara can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My experience with children includes working as a Site Director for a YMCA as a part of their Before and After School program, and as a teaching assistant in a Montessori school. Being the second oldest of six children in my family, I started family babysitting at the age of 13, and have always been around children. I'm...
Misty can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
I have 8 years of pet care experience. I can help with Boarding and Pet Walking. I have great references once we connect to send to you and as well as pet sitting I am a babysitter so my compassion for pets goes as long as too children! When I take care of your animals I will treat them as my own while in my care as greatly as...
Grace can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Isabella D.
Batavia, IL
$21/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
fully vaccinated for covid
hi I'm currently working as a rbt. I have daycare and nanny experience. I love my job and working with kids. At the daycare I was in charge of learning, craft and activities for the kids. I have also created a daily circle time where we did songs, filled out the calendar and read a story. I had been...
Isabella can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hello families!
My name is Reese, and I am 20 years old. I am currently taking this fall semester off to refocus on school plans and feel more confident about the college process. I'm learning life is not linear, and since my school plans fell through, I decided I still want to work around kids.
I've grown up in larger...
Reese can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm very a patient, fun and creative person who loves to spend time and get to know children, as well as animals. I have experience babysitting children from the ages of just a couple months old, to 8+. I am understanding and will have no problem tidying the house and driving + running errands if needed.
Alana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! My name is Lisa, a recent nursing student graduate, with many years of babysitting experience! I have babysat kids from 2 months to 12 years old. I use to play many sports so I love being active and being outside! I also enjoy cooking and cleaning so I never mind tidying up the house or helping make or prep meals. I am...
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Sophie R.
Batavia, IL
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Sophie. I have been babysitting and dog sitting for a year. I can help with laundry, grocery shopping, crafts, swimming supervision as well as light housekeeping.
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Marcyna J.
Batavia, IL
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi there, my name is Marcyna, i'm 23 years old and was born and raised in the Batavia area! I was previously the coordinator of an after school program with kids aged 5-11. The last 2 summers I had a summer camp job and took kids on field trips and to a local splash pad/pool twice every week. A part of those jobs was coming up...
Marcyna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Batavia, IL
Peggy M.
5.0
Peggy watched my children from the time they were infants until they went to school. She was so loving and wonderful with them. They loved Peggy. My kiddos are in middle school now, but they still talk about Peggy with such fondness. I always trusted my kids were well taken care of with Peggy. She...
- Heather M.
Anna L.
5.0
Anna is the sweetest with all 4 of our kids. She is kind and caring and trustworthy. I would recommend her in a heartbeat.
- Elizabeth S.
Carolyn M.
5.0
We were so lucky to have Cami taking such excellent care of our daughter. Cami is reliable, professional, kind, caring, punctual, and has earned our complete and total trust.
Cami makes each day fun, educational, and exciting for our daughter. She fills the days with outings to parks, trips to the...
- Care member
Sydney R.
5.0
I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for my children (ages 4 and 7), and I have often observed her patience and creatively with my boys. She is a role model for younger children and...
- Andrea W.
Alana P.
5.0
Alana is a wonderful babysitter! I appreciate that she is reliable, responsible and consistent. My children love that she is kind, playful and creative.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Batavia, IL:
How can I find a Batavia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Batavia, 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 53 babysitters in Batavia, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Batavia, IL?
The average rate for Batavia, IL babysitters on Care.com is $17.64 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 Batavia, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Batavia, 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 Batavia, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Batavia, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.