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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
Hannah S.
Essex, IL
$14-28/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have gained a plethora of experience with children. At the end of the semester, I will be fully endorsed in ESL as well as have my associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I have also done plenty of babysitting in my town for multiple families. In my last year of high school, I started a new job with an 8-year-old with...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
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...
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, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Jorie was our ideal nanny and we are going to miss her.
Jorie was always great with communication and very responsible. Our little one loves her and she was always interacting with him and helping him achieve his milestones. We could always hear them both having...
Oksana S.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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
Hello! Im an experienced babysitter with a passion for caring and nurturing kids. My journey in childcare began at an early age when I started raising my younger siblings, instilling in me a sense of responsibility and love for children as if they were my own. Proficient in also managing household chores, I can ensure a clean...
Keyaisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
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: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization & more
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 sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Tatianna. I'm currently 24 years old.
I currently live in Braidwood, and looking to find a position at max 40 minutes away.
I have multiple years experience in nannying, and babysitting.
I have experience in newborns, up until the age of 14.
I'm currently COVID vaccinated, and Flu vaccination.
I know the basics...
Tatianna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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
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: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, dementia
Vanessa V.
Braidwood, IL
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
I've grown up raising the children in my big family we all are very close and I'm grateful for the experiences I get with these amazing children
I'm CPR certified (Infants/Children/Adults/Elderly)
I have owned at least 4 Dogs, my entire life I'm completely comfortable with all sizes of Dogs and can help with feeding schedules...
Even though I've been a childcare provider/homeschool teacher for the last 15+ years, I've worked my way into doing some senior caregiving work the last couple of years. I have even worked with a wheelchair bound woman, so I've learned how to use a hoyer lift. I would love the opportunity to help your loved one with their daily...
Janeen can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
After being a homeschool teacher for my nephews for 10 years and caring for children in their homes for another 6 years, I recently opened up an in-home daycare and took care of up to 7 children. Unfortunately, I had to close my business and now I'm looking to bless your family with exceptional childcare services. I also have...
Janeen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Charlotte, and I have experience as a nanny for children ages 4 months through 8 years with multiple dogs and cats. I am a student at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, and I am looking for babysitting/nanny jobs nearby! I maintain a 4. 0 GPA and a 34 ACT score, so I am comfortable with assisting with...
Charlotte can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Charlotte has been amazing to work with the past 6 months. She worked for my family part time (20-30 hours/week) as our nanny before leaving for school and she will be missed. Charlotte always had fun, engaging activities for my 3.5 and 1.5 year olds to do and came...
Eva V.
Natalia T.
Manteno, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Natalia and I am 28 years old. I have over 14 years of childcare experience as a babysitter, nanny, and a pre-school teacher.
My main priority is to always make sure that the children I care for are safe while having as much fun as possible. I have worked as an infant/toddler teacher for three years and have...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Natalia was great! She arrived a little early, and the kids took to her right away. My 2-year old was hugging her before we even left the house! Thank you!"
Sara O.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Essex, IL
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.
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.
Charlotte W.
5.0
Charlotte has been amazing to work with the past 6 months. She worked for my family part time (20-30 hours/week) as our nanny before leaving for school and she will be missed. Charlotte always had fun, engaging activities for my 3.5 and 1.5 year olds to do and came up with creative play that would...
- Eva V.
Natalia T.
5.0
Natalia was great! She arrived a little early, and the kids took to her right away. My 2-year old was hugging her before we even left the house! Thank you!
- Sara O.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Essex, IL:
How can I find a Essex babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Essex, 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 3 babysitters in Essex, 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 Essex, IL?
The average rate for Essex, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.67 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 Essex, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Essex, 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.