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Britney S.
East Alton, IL
$15-18/hr
Hi! I'm Britney, I'm 20 Years Old And Looking For A Full Time Or Part Time Job.
I'm available if you just need some occasional help! I do have a full-time job so Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday I am available after 4:00.
I started working with kids when I was about 10. I helped in my church's nursery and daycare, I was also a camp counselor for 3 years. I'm the second oldest of 8 siblings so I've...
Britney can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Samantha M.
East Alton, IL
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
My Name Is Samantha But I Go By Sam. I'm CPR Certified. I Hope You Take The Time To Get Know Me.
I started working with kids at 14 until I was 18. I then started working with individuals with intellectual disability. For the last 2 years I've been working with elderly patients and dementia patients.
In my spare time, I like to hike with my boyfriend and dog, paint, bored games, I also love to bake. These are just a few of...
Mackenzie K.
East Alton, IL
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello here, I'm new to care. com. I have 1 year of experience but also have my three niece and nephews (7, 2, and 5-month-old) all the time. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I enjoying being around kids, the imagination they have is awesome to experience and how they can dream up just about anything. I would love...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Hello! My name is Melissa, but you can call me June! I have an affection for cooking, crafts, music, and creativity! I don't have any children of my own, but have actively raised my nephew with my mother from newborn until his current age of 8! I promise fun memories made, for any child of every age, and assistance in all...
I am mother of three and an independent hairstylist. I also clean for my salon owner once a week.
I am looking for a second cleaning gig to help pay for my children's extracurricular activities. They are 16, 10 & 6, so school hours are preferred.
I genuinely enjoy being in 'cleaning mode' and would love to put my energy into...
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
I am looking for a secon cleaning position to help pay for my children's extracurricular activities. Currently, I clean for a local spa one day a week.
Brianna can also help with: General room cleaning, window washing, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Summer Employment
Hello,
I'm an educator with 12 years of experience. I worked at a care center for nine years and I currently work as a preschool teacher. Throughout the years, I have babysat several of my students and their siblings. Nothing makes me happier than running into someone who I used to babysit and remembering...
Keyonna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Keyonna is very dependable, creative, and excellent with children and families. I highly recommend her."
Desiree S.
Samantha R.
Glen Carbon, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I'm interested in the child care opportunity you have posted! I have 10 years of experience. I have 8 younger siblings who I cared for throughout my childhood and often babysat for other family members and family friends. I started babysitting at the age of 10 and have cared for a variety of ages throughout my lifetime...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha is AMAZING. So reliable. So helpful. Great with the kids. Amazing person to be around. Did I say reliable?? She goes above and beyond to help me and our chaotic lives with a 2 and 4 year old. Couldn’t recommend her more!"
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Isabella P.
Edwardsville, IL
$13/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Isabella. I've babysat all throughout high school and college for multiple families. I attend SIUE and major in Public Health!
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Izzy has been great with my son. They have a great time together. And while she plays and interacts with him, she's also good about keeping rules intact."
Kate F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, and thank you for checking out my bio! I'm Britni, and I've been babysitting for about 10 years now. I have experience with watching all ages of kids. I've had experience with children that have disabilities/medical conditions/assisted in therapies as needed. I can do meal preparation, have transportation, can clean, and am...
Britni can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Britni was always slightly early when we needed her for our children and informative about anything during the day. Her communication was perfect for our family as we have 3 children all with different needs and she always kept us working parents in the loop while...
Sandy G.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have just over 5 years experience in an accredited Montessori environment in Infant/Toddler, where I was the Directress of the Infant program before I relocated. I am currently working on my Montessori Certificate (AMI accredited) for Infant and Toddler (0-3). Before working in Montessori I babysat both in and out of home for...
Brittani can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My wife and I had our child in Brittany's care throughout our child's first years. Her knowledge, skills, and training about children and Early Childhood Development shows. She is truly one of the only people we would trust with our little one, and better yet- our...
Robert B.
Mya S.
Edwardsville, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Reliable College Student Looking To Make Your Life A Little Easier
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive, patient, caring college student looking to provide on an occasional basis while in school. I played a major role in raising my younger sibling, so I did a lot of the childcare in my house through all of middle and high school. I have experience tutoring kids as well (both my sibling and other kids). I love...
Mya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Mya is a great sitter. She is responsible, punctual and safety-conscious. She responds quickly to messages and my 12 year old really likes hanging out with her. Highly recommend!"
Jessica K.
Keirstin M.
Wood River, IL
$17-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm A Very Enterjectic 25 Year Old Who's A Firm Believer That Children Learn Through Play.
5.0
(2)
volunteered at a daycare and preschool while in high school getting my CDA. I was a live-in nanny for 6 months before I started working in a daycare. I have worked there for 5 years, but im looking for something more.
Keirstin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Keirstin is a compassionate caring person who always puts the needs of the children first. She makes everyday with the kiddos fun."
Karen D.
5.0
(1)
I have been a single parent and recognize deep cleaning environments are critical to functional family living. I have also worked in the dental industry disinfecting and thoroughly making a facility germ free.
Gary can also help with: Attic cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens & more
Gary H.
Edwardsville, IL
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Lots Of Experience With Senior Needs And Dementia Issues
5.0
(1)
I am a strong advocate for senior care activities and believe that seniors are often not given the respect or understanding that they deserve and need. I am the founder of Osprey Village, LLC, a not-for-profit assisted living facility currently under development. I have an elderly mother and another family member with mild...
Gary can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"I have known Gary for at least 4 years and in that time I have come to not only appreciate his dedication to whatever task is at hand, but also to know that he is an intelligent, caring, and very honest person. With regards to care-giving, he sees each person not...
Marsha H.
5.0
(2)
My name is Crystal. I am 43 years young with lots of time in childcare. As high schooler, I took child development. I was adopted at 2 weeks old so I learned to love unconditionally at an early age. I love to teach. I have numerous clock hours and CPR training.
I'd describe my personality as funny, talented and caring
I...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Crystal is like family to us after nannying for our two small children for ~1.5yrs. She values a whole-child approach, engaging kids in educational, physical and artistic activity. She has been such a partner to my husband and I, valuing our parenting preferences...
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Keyonna J.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced Educator. I currently hold a Bachelors Degree In Early Childhood Education. I've been teaching in a classroom for the last five years and I love what I do. I have several part-time jobs babysitting many of my current/former students. Before having my own classroom, I spent most of my life working with young...
Hello, my name is Joselyn. I am a stay at home mom who is looking for work in the babysitting field. I have prior experience watching children of all ages throughout my life considering I have a huge family. I also have a 1-year-old son who I am home with all the time.
Joselyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Jessie C and I am a student at SIUE studying psychology. I have experience with kids age 2-12, but I can handle any age! I love being active, playing sports, and can help get some energy out of the little ones. I also love quiet time like coloring or reading. I have experience being a tutor for any grade...
Jessie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Elizabeth W.
Edwardsville, IL
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a 19-year-old college student with experience sitting for all ages! I have my own car and can babysit until very late. I am also looking to nanny! I have online classes MTThF from 9 AM-10 a.m. and Wednesday 10AM-12:30 p.m.
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in East Alton, IL
Keyonna J.
5.0
Keyonna is very dependable, creative, and excellent with children and families. I highly recommend her.
- Desiree S.
Samantha R.
5.0
Samantha is AMAZING. So reliable. So helpful. Great with the kids. Amazing person to be around. Did I say reliable?? She goes above and beyond to help me and our chaotic lives with a 2 and 4 year old. Couldn’t recommend her more!
- Care member
Isabella P.
5.0
Izzy has worked for us for 2 years. I have never allowed anyone under the age of 25 to care for or transport my children. We hired Izzy when she was just 16 because she impressed me so much with her demeanor and preparedness. I have never questioned my decision. She is incredibly responsible and...
- Alicia U.
Britni W.
5.0
Britni was always slightly early when we needed her for our children and informative about anything during the day. Her communication was perfect for our family as we have 3 children all with different needs and she always kept us working parents in the loop while away. She was even willing to watch...
- Sandy G.
Brittani R.
5.0
Brittani was so patient with my daughter who struggled to control herself. She was a light in a tantrum and a truly loving, kind soul.
- Allison H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in East Alton, IL:
How can I find a East Alton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in East Alton, 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 6 babysitters in East Alton, 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 East Alton, IL?
The average rate for East Alton, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.17 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 East Alton, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in East Alton, 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.