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Holly H.

Local Babysitter

DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi I'm Holly! I'm a 25-year-old grad student and I'm looking for a part-time position. I have been caring for kids since I was 10 years old and I'm pursuing a career in higher education. I have been a sitter/nanny for many families in the past and have a career background in environmental education. I love getting outside and...

Kelly C. says "Our family LOVES Holly! She has taken great care of our very active toddler for regular date nights. She is independent and fun. We hope to keep Holly...

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Megan G.

Sister To 7 Siblings, Aged 7-19 Years

DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello all. I provided care to residents at the DeKalb County Nursing Home for 3. 5 years, by serving meals and doing heavy cleaning. I was born into a large family, of whom I have helped care for my entire life. Growing up with firm parents, I am well-disciplined, orderly, kind, and caring. I am also a junior at NIU, pursuing an...

Jennifer B. says "Megan provided childcare 1-3 days a week for my double gifted child (18 months old to 3 years old) for nearly 2 years. Megan assisted with household...

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Rylie K.

DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello!! My name is Rylie & I'm 24. I just graduated from NIU with my bachelors in Early Childhood Education. I have been babysitting since I was 17, ages ranging from a couple months old-12 years. I'm looking for a summer job starting mid/end of May until beginning of August. Recurring or just days here and there, I'd love to...

Maddie K. says "I have had the pleasure of seeing Rylie grow as a person and a nanny/babysitter throughout the past 5-10 years. She grew up babysitting her younger sister...

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Leanna R.

Part-time Caregiver (with Special Needs Experience) Available - Child Development PhD. Student

DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
**I am currently employed through fall 2019-spring 2020 and cannot take on new clients at this time!** I am currently in the Ph. D. program at NIU for clinical child psychology, and am looking for a caregiving position over the summer. I have experience caregiving with infants and children. I grew up babysitting younger...

Anton P. says "Leanna has been babysitting my two children for the past three years. She's great! She gets them involved in activities every time she comes over. They...

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Brelee K.

Caring And Professional

DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi there! I am a new first time mom with a 10-month-old baby girl. I would love to connect with a family that would be okay with me bringing my daughter with me to nanny/babysit. Here are a few facts about me and my experience with children: -Nanny for 2 years since moving to Colorado. I have worked with 7 different families...

Kaela P. says "Brelee was so amazing for my kiddo. They had a great time on an adventure and my kiddo was so happy when I got home. Brelee took the time to connect with...

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Kelsey M.

Part-time Caregiver Available

DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Kelsey and I am a speech-language pathologist at Highland Elementary School in Stillman Valley, IL. I eat, sleep, and breath all things early childhood / early elementary education :) and have experience caring for infants as well. My availability during the school year is largely limited date nights and/or...

Katheryne R. says "Kelsey is absolutely the best. My super shy son warmed up to her right away and is now asking for her. She is intelligent, punctual, and clearly has a...

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Amy D.

Seeking Full-time/Part-time *Read Bio

DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
*I am also available for house sitting and pet sitting! Read on to learn more about me! I am a 35-year-old female. I have worked full-time as a Certified Dental Assistant for the past 15 years. I recently moved to DeKalb. I have experience with newborns as well as all other ages. I am healthy and active and able to perform a...

Jenna W. says "She is very reliable, great with kids and dogs. She is thoughtful and compassionate. I would definitely recommend her"

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Emily M.

DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a second grade teacher with many years of child care experience. I have worked with infants through teenagers. I am pet friendly, have a reliable vehicle, and I can help with homework. On a lighter note, I love arts and crafts, reading, outdoor activities, and animals. I do have a full time teaching job this school year...

Nikki S. says "Emily has been our nanny for the 2015/2016 school year. She is very good with my 2 boys who are 2 and 4. She is caring, organized and friendly."

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Shelby C.

Looking To Become A Nanny/babysitter In The DeKalb Area

DeKalb, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Shelby. I am a 24-year-old woman looking to share and grow my experience as a caregiver. Back when I was in high school, I would babysit regularly for a family that I am still in contact with to this day. I cared for three sisters of varying ages. I continued to babysit for them throughout my time in...
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Ambrosia C.

Part-time Caregiver And Occasional Babysitter

DeKalb, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I am a 21-year-old college graduate with an Associate's Degree and a specialization on Child Development. I am a former CNA and CPR certified. I love being around and caring for children.
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Faith M.

DeKalb, IL

from
$19/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Faith! I am 3 semesters away from graduating with a Bachelor of Science. I am majoring in Communicative Disorders with a minor is Disability Rehabilitation. I have years of experience with baby-sitting different age groups. I also have background in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am super outgoing so keeping up...
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Jocelyn S.

Fun Starter And Go Getter

DeKalb, IL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jocelyn, though I go by Jo, not Jocelyn. I am a very fun, reliable, caring, thoughtful choice for you to have me as a babysitter. I have been babysitting and working with kids since I was 12, starting off with my cousins. I'm looking for new opportunities to work with more kids as well as make a little bit of...
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Ruth V.

DeKalb, IL

from
$22/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as fun, creative and safety-minded I like working with kids because I've been doing it for decades and I have a great rapport with all ages! I'm looking for a job that supports the family's needs I started working with kids when I was very young. Babysitting since I was 10. In my spare time, I...
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Jamyra S.

DeKalb, IL

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Nurturing young minds is my passion. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to support families by providing reliable care. I am patient, calm, and very comfortable enforcing household rules. I have one year of experience caring for children aged 0-11, and I am comfortable caring for up to two children. I enjoy...
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Shaundra W.

DeKalb, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
With a warm heart and expert hands, I bring over 8 years of dedicated teaching experience to the table, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Child Development and Family Studies. My journey has been enriched by over 12 years of nurturing as a babysitter and nanny, where I've honed my ability to create a safe and engaging...
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Brandy N.

DeKalb, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been tremendously rewarding, and I'm excited to expand my impact on young lives. Patient, calm, creative, and friendly, I connect easily with children, making me a trusted and...
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Jaidah F.

DeKalb, IL

from
$11/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I am a NIU student majoring in economics. I am patient, reliable, friendly, and polite. I enjoy working with kids. I have worked with kids at an after school program ages 3-13. I am also an aunt and a pet owner.
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Angelic B.

DeKalb, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
* available to work after December 31* I've been caring for children for over a decade because I'm passionate about fostering their growth and development. My calm patience is what children enjoy most about me, and parents love that I follow their lead. I'm available to care for up to three children, ranging from newborns to...
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Ella B.

DeKalb, IL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello! I have 6 years of experience working with children one on one and in the classroom. I am a music education major at Northern Illinois University and am working with a variety of children frequently. I can help with Travel and Errands as well as other needs your child has. I am also CPR and first aid trained.
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Andrea G.

Fun, Loving Full Time Caregiver

DeKalb, IL

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I believe that the role of a caretaker is to participate and educate in a fun and active environment. I have a true passion and a knack for working with children, especially from infant, toddlers, twos and ages of preschool to fifth grade. My current educational experience includes: A High School diploma, CPR certification, two...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.41/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in DeKalb, IL

Babysitters in DeKalb, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Holly H.

Our family LOVES Holly! She has taken great care of our very active toddler for regular date nights. She is independent and fun. We hope to...

- Kelly C.

Megan G.

Megan provided childcare 1-3 days a week for my double gifted child (18 months old to 3 years old) for nearly 2 years. Megan assisted with...

- Jennifer B.

Rylie K.

I have had the pleasure of seeing Rylie grow as a person and a nanny/babysitter throughout the past 5-10 years. She grew up babysitting her...

- Maddie K.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in DeKalb, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in DeKalb, 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 27 babysitters in DeKalb, 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 DeKalb, IL babysitters on Care.com is $17.41 per hour as of November 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 DeKalb, 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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