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Hannah W.

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a certified teacher with eight years of childcare experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles ignited my desire to make a positive impact on young lives. My patient, creative, and friendly personality allows me to connect with children easily. I adapt my...

Tracey W. says "Hannah is great with kids. She works to make connections by finding games and activities that are if interest to them. She takes her responsibilities very...

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Jennifer M.

Part-time, Evenings And/Or Weekend Care Giver

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Available for Weekends and after 5:30 only. I travel for my day job , so I cannot commit to a set schedule. But I love animals and kids, so hopefully I can help you with your family's needs. I have many years of experience caring for all ages of children. I have two sons, aged 37 and 27, as well as 2 granddaughters, aged 12 and...

Jessica D. says "For years, Jennifer has been a god send to our family. We have relied on Jen to walk, check in, and dog sit our Italian Greyhound Canti. Jennifer is a...

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Jeri R.

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
For eight years, I taught special education (learning disabilities) in the public schools. Since my first son was born, I've been a stay-at-home mom. For the past 24 years, I've been homeschooling my kids. During those years, I also taught preschool at our co-op, Now that I only have a senior at home, I really miss caring...

Jeff B. says "I would highly recommend Jeri. My 7 year old son absolutely adored her. "

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Colleen P.

Part Time Child Care Provider.

Cary, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a state certified Elementary School Teacher with 11 years of full time teaching experience. In addition to that, I was also employed by a child care facility for several years. I have baby-sat children since I was in Junior High. I have been a live-in child care provider for two different families.(One the year after I...
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Susan H.

Childcare/Nanny

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
Experienced childcare provider seeking position as a Nanny. Licensed daycare provider for 25 years, tried another line of work, but found I greatly miss working with children! Enjoy providing creative, fun, and educational activities geared to children's interests and needs, all within a safe and warm environment. Have...

Ryan S. says "Sue was a nanny to our very active 2 and 4 year olds. She was amazing! She was great at structuring their day with outdoor time, fun games, and really cute...

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Bonnie R.

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello. I am a career nanny with over 20 years experience. I went to Harper College for Early Childhood Development and I am also Montessori Certified. I have worked in infant daycare centers, a Montessori School, as well as many years nanny experience with children from newborn - 18. I have two successful grown children of my...

Care Member says "My children love Bonnie. She is kind and extremely caring and put us at ease. She would give us updates and send pictures which was a nice way to keep...

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Megan G.

Part- Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Cary, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
As a former teacher, I have over 10 years of experience working with children from birth to age 12. I have my Bachelors degree as well as a Child Development Asst. and am CPR certified. I love children and love finding new, exciting ways to connect with them and teach them. Currently, one of my favorite things to do with...
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Rachel P.

Babysitter Home For The Summer

Cary, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! I'm new to this app. Looking forward to providing childcare services soon!
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Madison W.

Cary, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I'm Maddie a recent graduate from the University of Tampa. I have been working with kids for the past 6 years now and don't plan to stop as I would like to be a social worker. I have babysat kids from 2 months old to 12 months and just love learning more about the kids and taking them on adventures.
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Caitlin B.

Cary, IL

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$37/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I recently moved back to Illinois after graduating from UW-Madison with a degree in Neurobiology. For the past 5 years I have worked as a Physical Therapy Aide at a local hospital in Madison. Essentially I became my departments designated babysitter over the past couple of years. love working with children of all ages and have...
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Alaina S.

Hard-working And Passionate

Cary, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I was president of Educators Rising in high school and I am the current president of NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) at Illinois State University. I volunteered at the daycare in my church. I have babysitting experience with family and some family friends. I was part of Best Buddies for 4 years,...
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Valerie E J.

Caring Sitter Looking For Full-Time Summer Job

Cary, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Valerie! I began babysitting around 10 years ago, and have been caring for children ever since. I grew up helping out families in my neighborhood, and now I care for my young nieces and nephew all the time! I am looking for a full-time nannying job in the Columbus area! I am a senior at Franciscan University of...
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Mena B.

About Me!

Cary, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
hi! i'm Mena! i'm 19 and i'm looking for a steady afternoon job or occasional date night job as I nanny full time 8:30 a.m. to 2pm! My focus is on giving your child a safe, routine-focused, and creative space to learn and grow into a wonderful person. I love doing seasonal crafts, baking, pretend play, being outside,...
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Laura D.

Caregiver With Experience With Children, Developmentally Disabled, And Elderly

Cary, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have worked with children for the past 20 years and recently retired from Trinity Oaks Christian Academy as Athletic Director. I enjoy children of all ages, sports, and extra-curricular activities.
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Amy C.

Summer Care-giver

Cary, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am an special education teacher. I have ran different sports camps for children. I have tutored kids with disabilities. I love doing crafts, being outside, sports, and working with kids!
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Heidi J.

Fun Loving And Experienced Caregiver

Cary, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Working with kids is a passion of mine and I truly enjoy my job! I have worked with kids from kindergarten to 8th grade! I am looking forward to finding a family. With over 20 years of experience working with children, I have dedicated my career to creating a nurturing, engaging, and supportive environment for every child in my...
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Ulyana M.

Fun-loving And Understanding Babysitter

Cary, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Ulyana. I have over 10 years of experience working with children and babysitting: -I worked as a children's caretaker at a boarding school for 10 years. The children there were from 6-16 years of age. I fed them, took them on excursions, and helped them with homework. -I worked as a substitute history teacher...
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Grace A.

Cary, IL

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$17/hr
15 years experience
As a dedicated childcare provider with over 15 years of experience, I find immense joy in nurturing the growth and development of children. My passion for caregiving stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my deep desire to support families by providing a reliable childcare option. I am a proud...
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Piper H.

Cary, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. My previous babysitting roles inspired me to become a caregiver, where I realized the joy of supporting families and providing reliable childcare. With three years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to three children between the ages of 1...
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Angelina G.

Fun, Creative, And Adventurous

Cary, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! I am creative and young at heart, and I love working with kids! I have babysat in the past, and I have been a camp counselor for three years at a German language immersion camp. I love being outside, I like doing activities away from technology, and I enjoy getting to know the kids that I work with. I am looking to make a...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.57/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cary, IL

Babysitters in Cary, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Hannah W.

Hannah is great with kids. She works to make connections by finding games and activities that are if interest to them. She takes her...

- Tracey W.

Jennifer M.

For years, Jennifer has been a god send to our family. We have relied on Jen to walk, check in, and dog sit our Italian Greyhound Canti....

- Jessica D.

Jeri R.

I would highly recommend Jeri. My 7 year old son absolutely adored her.

- Jeff B.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cary, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Cary, 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 21 babysitters in Cary, 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 Cary, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.57 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 Cary, 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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