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Martha G.

Because I Love Children, I Want Help Moms To Go Work, Happy And Secure Your Child In In Good Hands.

Murphysboro, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have working with children almost all my life, I am mom of 2 and grandma to 4, understand how hard is trust our loved ones in other hands, that's why I have the passion to take them, with love, patient and dedication, always on time, very responsible.
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Fun Sitter

Carterville, IL

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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...
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Full Or Part Time Caregiver

Johnston City, IL

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$5/hr
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
This would be the first time I will actually be babysitting for a career, however, I do have four children of my own ages 7, 4, 4, and 2. Three of them are my stepchildren as I have recently remarried. I love children and am looking to help earn an income for our family, and since I am a stay at home mom, being a babysitter or...
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Elementary / Early Childhood Edu Degree

Ava, IL

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$14/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I've been working part time with SIU Pre-K and have had background checks for the Regional Office in Murphysboro that I am glad to share. I've had CPR training but need to renew my certification. I've babysat before through Care and enjoyed it.
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Tutor/Childcare Professional

Ava, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have cared for children of relatives and family friends since I was 14. After leaving the corporate world I wish to re-enter my career of childcare. I have four boys and am very family and education oriented.
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Ava, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I graduated high school in 2020 and moved to Mount Vernon Illinois with my mom and started working at Daycare. I became the lead teacher in the Infant room and had 12 babies, ages from 6 weeks to 15 months at all times with 2 assistant teachers. I also worked in their Toddler room for 6 months, 2's room for 1 month and on and...
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Marion, IL

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$50/hr
2 years experience
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider who's passionate about helping children learn, grow, and develop. My goal is to make a positive impact on children's lives and support families by providing reliable childcare. With two years of experience caring for children of all ages, I'm known for my patience and calm...
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Former Teacher

Herrin, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
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...
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Marion, IL

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$15/hr
I've helped watch my younger cousins for years, but I don't have a lot of experience with caring for newborns. I also have experience with multiple types of animals and house cleaning.
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Marion, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have raised three children and did so while working full-time, so I know what it's like to be busy and not have much spare time. I was always involved in their daycare and school activities. I have young nieces and nephews that I love spending time with. I am a non-smoker and I am comfortable with pets (as long as they are...
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Marion, IL

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've always had a passion for helping children grow and thrive, and my 20 years of experience as a childcare provider have allowed me to turn this passion into my profession. I've been fortunate to work with a variety of age groups, from infants to preteens, and I have a deep understanding of the unique needs and developmental...
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Zeigler, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
As an empty-nester, mother of two grown boys, and proud grandmother to two precious girls, I bring both personal and professional experience to my work with children. I am a certified teacher with over 10 years of classroom experience, having taught students from second through eighth grade. For the past seven years, I've worked...

Care Member says "1 in a million! Hired as our nanny in Jan 2018 to care for our 14 week daughter and now over 6 years later she’s still with us and caring for our now...

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Babysitter Available

Marion, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I worked in early childhood education for the last 4 years and have experience with children ages 8 weeks to 5 years. I also have 4 years experience working with special needs children. I have certification in CPR, first aid, Sids and shaken baby syndrome
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  • 33 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.31/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Carbondale, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Carbondale, 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 13 babysitters in Carbondale, 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.

The average rate for Carbondale, IL babysitters on Care.com is $17.31 per hour as of June 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Carbondale, 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.

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