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I've babysat off and on since my teen years! I have CPR and First Aid training, updated March 2023. I lead with compassion, fun, and humor. Feel free to ask questions or come to me for any clarifications!
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alexis M.
Gardner, IL
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am an experienced babysitter who loves taking care of kids. I have about 3 years of experience with babysitting, I started with some of the neighborhood kids when I was around the age of 14, and then it progressed to me having a permanent job with a family of 2 boys for a little over a year. I then moved to another...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lexi is fun, creative and very responsible. She takes her job seriously and is able to connect with everyone she works with. She smiles often and enjoys what she does."
Christie P.
Peiton H.
Gardner, IL
$14-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
I enjoy helping families take care of their loved ones. Extra help can take the weight off of one's shoulders so they can focus on spending quality time with their loved one!
Peiton can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, dementia, errands, light cleaning
Peiton H.
Gardner, IL
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love animals and will take great care of ours. I have multiple animals of my own of all different sizes!
Peiton can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Peiton H.
Gardner, IL
$17-22/hr
I enjoy helping families feel at ease when they walk into their home and it's clean. Life can be stressful and having a clean home truly takes some weight off of someone's shoulders!
Peiton can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization & more
I have 2 dogs of my own! I have a 60 pound black lab (2 years old) and my other is a 10 pound Yorkie/chihuahua mix (4-year-old). I would love to help out if you need!
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking
2.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids and I adore every second I get to spend with them. I love spending one on one time with kids! I am also CPR certified. I have worked with children ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years old including special needs children.
Peiton can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Jessica W.
South Wilmington, IL
$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Jessica. I absolutely love to care for others, and I have experience with babysitting all ages. I have a bachelor degree in social work and recently spent over 4 years working in a nursing home as an activity director and now I am the social worker in a nursing home. I would love to help out with babysitting...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Madison A.
South Wilmington, IL
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Freshly graduated with my Bachelors of Science in Nursing and home for the summer! Looking to become a pediatric or NICU nurse, so I'd love to spend time with your babies! I also have been babysitting every summer for about the last eight years.
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Jessica W.
South Wilmington, IL
$14-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been working in a nursing home facility since 2018. I absolutely love working with seniors and keeping them engaged in many different aspects. I would love to spend extra time with them!
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of children for 9 years. I have experience taking care of multiple children ranging from ages of a few months old to 13 years. I can proudly say that the children of one family that I have been watching for 7 years say that out of all of their babysitters that I am still their favorite! When the weather...
Jorie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Jorie went above and beyond my expectations. She was always very communicative with us and very responsible. She very quickly gained all our trust for the care of our little one. She implemented the strict schedule and activities we planned for the week for the...
Michael S.
4.7
(3)
I have worked at raising wonderful children. I have experience in assisted living, ER, home health and hospice.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have several years of experience watching children. I have raised as thriving teenager who is 21 I. just got done watching a 3 yr old boy for 8 mnths they moved to a different state. I have watched my nieces and nephews from infant to age 12. I was. there on and off while they where working. I have a medical background with...
Sue can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sue is a very compassionate and caring person. She is a very hard working woman who is strong in her knowledge of care-giving. Sue is always on time and is a good companion. I would highly recommend her."
Jody H.
4.8
(6)
Hi my name is Sue, I have 20 years of care giving experience. I have worked in assisted living, home health' and hospice. I just recently ended a Private in home position with a gentlemen I was with for 2 years. I like to keep busy so light housekeeping, cooking, laundry are all things I do. I have a medical background and am...
Sue can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Sue has a wonderful demeanor, she is compassionate and empathetic. She works very well with seniors and special needs and children. "
Beth O.
Cierra A.
Ransom, IL
$10-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
My name is Cierra! I am a 21-year-old cosmetologist located in Plainfield. I have been babysitting since I was about 13 and I love kids! I have babysat kids from infants to middle school age. A lot of my experience has come from watching my own brother and sister who are now 7 and 5 now, along with watching many kids in my area....
Cierra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Hi! My name is Judie and I have one bio son, 2 bonus kids and I am the legal guardian of our newest family member who is 3! I've always loved kids and felt like I was just meant to be a mom, so what better job than to work with others kids as well!? I also have worked with special needs kids (in the local school district) for...
Judith can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Taylor B.
Pontiac, IL
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Energetic, Fun, Detail Oriented Young Adult Ready To Babysit/nanny!
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old. I started working at the Boys and Girls Club of Livingston County when I was 16 years old, and have been working as a medical assistant since I was 20!
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
I'd describe my personality as kind, attentive, and energetic.
I'm looking for a job that has a positive environment and is dependable.
I have worked in child care for 2 years, but I have experience being around kids for most of my life. I come from a large family and have always been surrounded by a positive family...
Carmella B.
Coal City, IL
$15-29/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Carmella :)
I am a junior currently getting my Early Childhood Education with ESL degree at Bradley University! I've been babysitting, nannying, and working in schools since I was 12.
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, passionate, and light-hearted!
I'm looking for a job that is reliable and values me!...
Carmella can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Kayla S.
Coal City, IL
$18/hr • 13 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a 27 years old momma to a 5-year-old boy. I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 13 years old! I graduated college in 2020 with a bachelors degree in childhood learning and development. I have experience with kids of all ages from infancy to middle school. I am also a former preschool teacher! I pride myself on...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dwight, IL
Alexis M.
5.0
Lexi is fun, creative and very responsible. She takes her job seriously and is able to connect with everyone she works with. She smiles often and enjoys what she does.
- Christie P.
Jorie W.
5.0
Jorie has been our nanny for the past year and she is WONDERFUL! She is excellent with communicating. She is dependable, extremely flexible, always on time, and great with our children. I trust her whole-heartedly with my kids and know they are in great hands. She keeps to our nap time schedule,...
- Lindsey S.
Sue A.
5.0
Sue is a compassionate and loving lady. She is caring for all people. Her loving nature comes through with animals as well. She is patient and kind while keeping a professional attitude.
- Jean A.
Sue A.
4.0
Sue has a wonderful demeanor, she is compassionate and empathetic. She works very well with seniors and special needs and children.
- Beth O.
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How can I find a Dwight babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Dwight, IL?
The average rate for Dwight, IL babysitters on Care.com is $13.00 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 Dwight, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dwight, 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.