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Hello my name is Missy and I am currently a daycare teacher in Rockford IL. I have been working with kids since I was 12, starting out as a volunteer at my church working in the Sunday School dept. I have worked with all of the ages up to 17. When I turned 19 I took over as head teacher for the 8&9 yr class. Now I am one of the...
Missy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Kendra D.
Durand, IL
$14-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
I currently have 1 year of experience but I cannot wait to gain more! In addition to providing attentive and loving care for your child, I'm willing to help with light housekeeping duties to ensure that your home is clean, organized, and comfortable for everyone. Whether it's washing dishes, folding laundry or picking up toys,...
Kendra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Anna W.
Davis, IL
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love being a caretaker! From a younger age I knew I'd want to help people with their children and with their pets, and I also knew I'd love being a caretaker altogether. Since high school I have had experience with caretaking of pets and children and I love every second of it. I love being helping to anyone in any...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Anna is very mature for her age and very respectful. I trust her implicitly with our pets."
Kelley B.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience working with infants and children for the past 8 years and absolutely loved everything about it along with 10 years of pet care. I enjoy being a helping hand when someone needs it, and I have great experience with administering care to children, infants, and pets. I have my CPR/AED/First-Aid certification...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Anna is very professional and great with our son and dog. We feel lucky that we have found her."
Jennifer L.
HI! :)
I have been in child care for a several years. (babysitting since I was 12) I have nannied for children in ages ranging from newborn to 13. The most recent family I worked with had three children, ages 4-9. I was with the family for about 2 years, only left because the family outgrew needing a full time nanny. I' m very...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Payton B.
Rockton, IL
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Payton and I am 18 years old! I have tons of experience with pet sitting and have a dog of my own!
Payton can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Hi my name is Brianna. I currently work at Sweds Cancer Center in Rockford but looking for extra work on the side. I have experience babysitting multiple families over the years and willing to give references if needed. I also have a 2-year-old nephew that I take on regular basis that I love and adore. I do not have a college...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Lilyana D.
Rockton, IL
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Lily, and I have worked with many kids from many different backgrounds. I have experience working with children in an early childhood classroom (ages 3-6), at Camp Winnebago's summer camp (ages 5-17), babysitting as a teenager (ages 3-10), and currently I work in a school as a paraprofessional (ages 3-8). I...
Lilyana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Payton B.
Rockton, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Payton and I am 19 years old. I have a passion for learning and love working with children. I have experience tutoring and have spent 40+ hours observing in classrooms. I am currently pursuing a degree in elementary education at Carthage College. I am willing to meet online or in person! I am responsible,...
Payton B.
Rockton, IL
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Payton and I am 20 years old. I am CPR certified through the American Red Cross. I have been working with children in both the home and school setting for 7+ years. I truly enjoy working with children and I am an elementary education major! I am willing to work with children of all ages.
Payton can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Since I was a child I enjoyed taking care of and looking out for others, and was encouraged by friends and family to pursue caregiving as I got older-I have, and love every minute of it! The past few years I have had some limited clinical experience with elderly patients and really enjoyed being a companion for them. My goal is...
Anna can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced house keeper with references readily available! My goal is to be a part of the village helping keep your families healthy and safe with some help in keeping homes tidy!
Kristina can also help with: Pet waste cleanup, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Blake A.
Rockton, IL
$8-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I recently graduated with a B. A. in Psychology from Northern Illinois University, with emphasis in cognitive psychology. In my studies, I've learned just how variable human brains can really be! Caregiving allows me to understand other's unique perspectives from a place of empathy and responsibility. I am a life long...
Blake A.
Rockton, IL
$8-20/hr
I'm a reliable, openminded, patient, and energetic person seeking opportunities to make meaningful connections with others! I just recently graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelors in Psychology. Through my studies, I've learned just how variable the human mind is! The most rewarding aspect of caregiving is...
Blake can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Azariah H.
Rockford, IL
$13-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Im a 22-year-old female I am currently working on entrepreneurship I have a passion for babysitting/childcare I am super chill laid back and fun loving I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I've been working with kids literally my whole life. My first job was when I was 10...
Azariah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very good with kids. Highly intelligent!!"
Care member
Olivia H.
Byron, IL
$15-20/hr • 17 yrs exp
4.3
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there and thank you for taking the time to visit my profile! My name is Olivia and I'm 27 years old with my CNA license in both Illinois (my home state) and Florida. I am CPR certified through the American Heart Association as well as first aid trained. I have my level two background check available for the state of Florida...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Wow just wow! Olivia is the most thoughtful, generous, outgoing, flexible person I've dealt with for the care of my child. She is very crafty with the kids and it's warms my heart. She makes sure to keep me posted via text message throughout the day. She goes...
Zuleika G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been animal sitting and house sitting for about a year and a half now. To check out my references further feel free to look me up on pet care service! I love and care for animals as if they were apart of my family. I have endless patience for them and have experience giving animals medications.
Kristen can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 8 years of experience babysitting babies and kids for many families. I have 3 years of experience working as an inclusion instructor/site coordinator of 60 children and K-5 tutoring. I can help with housecleaning, meal time, homework help, and arts & crafts with fun times. I'm CPR trained and First Aid trained for...
Jashyanique can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
3.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cleaned homes in the past.
I am reliable and work with your schedule. I will listen to and perform all job tasks.
Darcy can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens & more
3.0
"Darcy was on-time for her in-person interview on Tuesday, and seemed like she would be fantastic for my needs. We agreed that she would start the following Tuesday afternoon. The morning of the day that she was to start, she messaged me and informed me that her...
David W.
Summer L.
South Beloit, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring Teacher And Nanny With Degree In Elementary Ed And Early Childhood
4.8
(11)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have a real heart for children & love watching them learn & grow! I have a passion for reading and sparking a love for learning in the children I care for. I have cared for families on care. com for the past 10 years for multiple children of various ages and abilities. I have a wide range of experience from the gentle care of...
Summer can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"Summer was a nice person. With all of her credentials and from the first meet, I had a good impression. She also had excellent reviews so we wanted to give her a chance. She was kind to our 4 month old son but she did the bare minimum. She would occasionally read...
Cassandra K.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Durand, IL
Anna W.
5.0
Anna is very mature for her age and very respectful. I trust her implicitly with our pets.
- Kelley B.
Anna W.
4.0
Anna is very professional and great with our son and dog. We feel lucky that we have found her.
- Jennifer L.
Azariah H.
5.0
We have had Azariah sit for us a few times now and is our dedicated sitter. Incredibly punctual, friendly, flexible and a dog lover! We're incredibly lucky to have a dedicated sitter for our daughter and we look forward to continuing to work together!
- Care member
Olivia H.
3.0
Olivia was very good with my daughter. She was with her for a month. One day I asked if anything happened because my daughter had a mark on her head and I had said she probably did it to herself with her nails. I was not being accusatory by any means. And then I get a text a few hours later saying...
- Makayla H.
Darcy N.
3.0
Darcy was on-time for her in-person interview on Tuesday, and seemed like she would be fantastic for my needs. We agreed that she would start the following Tuesday afternoon. The morning of the day that she was to start, she messaged me and informed me that her regular job had increased hours, and...
- David W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Durand, IL:
How can I find a Durand babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Durand, 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 2 babysitters in Durand, 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 Durand, IL?
The average rate for Durand, IL babysitters on Care.com is $12.00 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 Durand, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Durand, 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.