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Brianna S.
Benton, IL
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Brianna, I am 21 and I am currently enrolled at Southern Illinois University for Early Childhood Education! I was a toddlers teacher for 2 years and now I am about to be a Kindergarten teacher. I am looking for a summer job and will be available until August 4th!
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Tabitha H.
Benton, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Willing To Work As Long As It Does Not Interfere With My School Schedule
It can be scary entrusting another person with your loved one so I am always willing to meet you and or the family members I will be caring for before I start providing care. I am an animal lover so I have no problem with them being around when I am working. I have babysat children and infants for most of my life. The ages I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Tabitha H.
Benton, IL
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Willing To Work As Long As It Does Not Interfere With My School Schedule
It can be scary entrusting another person with your loved one so I am always willing to meet you and or the person I will be caring for before I start providing care. I am an animal lover so I have no problem with them being around when I am working. I have been a CNA for 2 years. I have plenty of experience taking care of the...
Tabitha can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 40 years of experience in taking care of seniors. So basically now all I do is adult sit and give them their meal.. So if you just need an eve. or day for shopping away, please call. Thanks!
Nancy can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Nancy goes above the call of duty. She has a true heart for our seniors and has become my moms best friend much more than just a caregiver . I can't be with my mom all the time I work five hours away but With Nancy I worry so much less . She's family now . One of...
Carol L.
Sarah P M.
West Frankfort, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I am Sarah! I have been babysitting for about 4 years now, I am very experienced with all ages! I am willing to help out with any needs you may have!
Sarah P can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Kylie P.
West Frankfort, IL
$14-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am reliable, outgoing, and patient, with approximately six years of experience working as a lead teacher in a pre-k classroom in an early childhood learning center and babysitting. I am pursuing an elementary education degree online, showing my passion for teaching and being around children. I believe I am a good role model...
Kylie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jordan M.
Elkville, IL
$13-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old! I have 3 brothers, 2 are younger than me so that's where it first started! (I also have an 8-year-old son) I've been babysitting for family and for friends for many years as well! You children will be in the best care and will get the best care from me! I can promise and reassure...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Prompt and excellent communication! Thank you!"
Molly S.
Kimberly M.
Royalton, IL
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a 41-year-old mother of 5 kiddos. I am a helper at heart. I have experience in cleaning, cooking, direct care for intellectually disabled adults, and child care.
Kimberly can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing, general room cleaning
4.0
"Kim does a good job cleaning our 4 bedroom house with a bonus room and great room. She has had to reschedule several times for some family emergencies, but communicates about those times as quickly as possible and doesn’t just not show up, which I appreciate.
When...
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Cass! I'm looking for a full/part time babysitting job! I have worked with 2 families from care. com so far and would be happy to give their contact information for references. I have 5 years of experience, but I have been around kids my whole life. I have completed a class in early childhood education, have CPR, First...
Cassidy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"My son loved her so much and she took great care of him. She is a wonderful mother to her own daughter as well. She even offered to help with housework while there to babysit."
Aimee W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For the past 21 years, I was Operations Manager at National Cat Protection Society in southern California. This organization is a non-profit shelter for cats that accepts only owner-relinquished cats and kittens to adopt to loving homes. So I am very familiar with caring for cats. In addition to cats, I raised a Border Collie...
Nanci can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Nanci took our cat into her home while we had a 3 night stay in Vegas on our road trip to AZ. Her home was impeccably clean and Nanci has a heart of gold. On day 2, she sent a picture of our cat sprawled out on her bed fat and happy. Our cat even joined Nanci...
Christy G.
I live in Carterville with my husband and our handsome husky named Tilikum. I work full-time at John A. Logan College. Although I do not have any children, I've spent many years babysitting for neighbors as well as nephews and nieces, of all ages. I am a Sunday school teacher in Carterville. I use to teach at a Montessori school...
Reba can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Sonia B.
Herrin, IL
$10-15/hr
Can provide animal care in your home. I have experience with dogs, cats, hamsters, and small snakes. I can also perform baths and light grooming.
Sonia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
Erin E.
Herrin, IL
$14-19/hr
Currently a middle school English and Grammar teacher, and studied American Sign Language in college, graduated with an Associates in Deaf Studies and Culture and a Bachelor's of Psychology from Greenville University
Hello! My name is Erin. I have been involved in childcare for about 7 or 8 years now. I am a mom of one with another on the way. I offer childcare services from my home. It is a clean, smoke and pet free home and is also baby proofed. A tour is always given to my clients prior to scheduling. I would describe myself as energetic,...
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Brittany C.
Thompsonville, IL
$17-50/hr • 14 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Brittany . I Have Been A Nanny For 14 Years.
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Hi! My name is Brittany . I just moved to this area. I have lived in the O'Fallon, IL area most of my life until I met my husband.
I have loved watching kiddos all of my life. I started babysitting with my older sister when I was 12 years old. I quickly realized that watching children grow and learn was something I was...
5.0
"Brittany was the absolute best caregiver we could have asked for. We have 2 boys, one was less than a year old and the other was two when she started watching them full time for us. She not only completely changed the disposition of my very high energy strong...
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I am retired, after working at a university for 30 years. I am hoping to utilize my organizational skills to help someone who might need an extra hand or two. I would make an excellent Personal Assistant. I will run errands, transport children, babysit, help plan events, or even provide cleaning services. I am fully vaccinated...
Hello! My name is Erin. I have been providing house cleaning services for about 7 years now. I will bring my own cleaning supplies. I do regular cleaning as well as one time cleanings. Please reach out if you're interested!
Erin can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, window washing & more
I have a bachelor of science degree from SIU Edwardsville in early childhood education and an endorsement in English as a Second language from Greenville University. I worked as a PreK teacher at Unity Point Elementary for 7+ years. Before that I worked with infants at Little Treasures in Carterville. I have tons of experience...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Hi! I am looking for a baby sitting job on my off days of work, Thursdays and Fridays. I'm 23 years old, married, no children, with a house and a huge backyard along with swing sets and sand boxes, everything to keep small kids happy! I absolutely love babies and kids and can't wait to baby sit for you!
Lori can also help with: Carpooling
Erin E.
Herrin, IL
$15-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I am a professional, caring, and dedicated individual, with many years of experience in caring for children. I worked in child care in church for years, worked at a daycare through high school, babysat, and was a private nanny while in college. I am currently an English and Literature teacher for middle school students. I...
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Benton, IL
Nancy C.
5.0
Nancy took care of both my grandma and mom, they both had dementia and my mom had disabilities also. . Nancy was like a family member!
- Trisha E.
Jordan M.
5.0
Prompt and excellent communication! Thank you!
- Molly S.
Kimberly M.
4.0
Kim does a good job cleaning our 4 bedroom house with a bonus room and great room. She has had to reschedule several times for some family emergencies, but communicates about those times as quickly as possible and doesn’t just not show up, which I appreciate.
When I’ve wanted to add things to the...
- Care member
Cassidy H.
5.0
Cassidy is a wonderful person. I hired her to help mostly with my 3 year old daughter and occasionally my other kids ages 7, 8, 10. Cass brought her daughter with her to babysit and my daughter loved them both. She was always on time or early. She was wonderful to always help clean. She is very...
- Natalie L.
Nanci B.
5.0
Nanci took our cat into her home while we had a 3 night stay in Vegas on our road trip to AZ. Her home was impeccably clean and Nanci has a heart of gold. On day 2, she sent a picture of our cat sprawled out on her bed fat and happy. Our cat even joined Nanci on her bed for night snuggles. I...
- Christy G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Benton, IL:
How can I find a Benton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Benton, 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 3 babysitters in Benton, 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 Benton, IL?
The average rate for Benton, IL babysitters on Care.com is $12.67 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 Benton, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Benton, 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.