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Barbara S.


Manteno, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 25 years of housekeeping experience. Residential and businesses. I can provide references. I am professional in the quality of my work and reliability.
Barbara can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
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Barbara S.


Manteno, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Overnight Care Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Barbara and I am a mother of three. In my last position, I cared for an elderly married couple that suffered from Dementia and Esophageal cancer. I became very close to them and absolutely loved every second. Within my time with this family, the job requirements consisted of checking blood pressure, conducting...
Barbara can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
5.0
"Barbara is the BEST caregiver ever. She takes great care of my mother and father in all aspects. She is extremely diligent in making sure they are safe and well fed and cared for in their own home. She is very professional yet also very down to earth and fun...

Cathy G.

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Sylvia S.


Wilmington, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently employed as a Home Management Assistant with a local company. My job entails going into the homes of Seniors and assisting them with non-medical assignments. Much of my work in their homes is housekeeping and I have weekend availability, some Friday, Saturday and Sunday hours. If you're looking for weekend...
Sylvia can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, pet waste cleanup, dusting, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"We needed someone to come in on moving day to clean our bathrooms. Sylvia applied, we agreed on date, time and fee. She arrived on time and did a wonderful job getting right to work. She even took on an extra job of cleaning laundry room with no problem. She...

Cheryl S.

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Morgan S.


Bourbonnais, IL

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

Hey I'm Morgan!

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have experience babysitting & nannying children of all ages. I have worked as childwatch staff for 2 years at the Coffman YMCA & Everybody Fitness Dayton. I am a college student at Olivet Nazarene University, upholding a 3. 8 GPA, & am an active...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Morgan was great!! She was very energetic and hands on with our kids! They loved her and we would definitely want to have Morgan babysit again for us 😀"

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Caitlin H.


Bourbonnais, IL

$12-18/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Soother

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 20 years old and have been a babysitter for over 10 years. I enjoy crafts and games, and would love to help with errands, travel, and learning if needed! I have a background both in the medical field as a Medical Assistant as well as housekeeping, so I'd be more than happy to help with home upkeep if needed.
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
4.0
"Caitlin did an amazing job with my daughter, I'm a first time mommy, she organized her room, she's a natural with kids, my baby fell in love with her first day, appreciate her helping out our family."

Riveria P.

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April A.


Channahon, IL

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Well Experienced Passionate Caregiver

I received my CNA back in 2010. I worked for Trinity, Willowcare, Integrity Senior Care and personal clients. I have a passion for senior care and experience with providing skilled care giving. I have done help with bathing assist, transferring assistance with special equipment and one on one, feeding assistance, medication...
April can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Allyson B.


Channahon, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Responsible Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone, I'm Ally! I am 26 years old and have had a lot of experience with babysitting/nannying over the years. Currently I am looking for a long term nanny job in order to bond and grow with a family! Some things you should know about me- I'm fun, reliable, responsible & super well organized. I love kids (:
Allyson can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Leaselle H.


Kankakee, IL

$13-16/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a Vet Tech/Assistant for over 2 years, with experience on the farm as well as in vet clinics. I've had over 5 years of personal paid experience with farm animals and pets. I have a lot of flexibility in my schedule and would love to work with you and your fur babies, to best assist your personal needs as well as...
Leaselle can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She is a very outgoing and kind person. Has wonderful work ethic and very dependable. "

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Rachel J.


Bourbonnais, IL

$20-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love caring for kids. I am very responsible and efficient. I enjoy teaching and playing with children. I am also open to light cleaning or tidying. Hope you will consider me!
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Rachel is great with our girls and they love having her."

Mat K.

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Sylvia S.


Wilmington, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Management Assistant

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a Home Management Assistant providing non-medical care such as medication reminders, assistance with bathing and dressing, cooking, light housekeeping, shopping and errands, driving to appointments and more. Much of my experience is working with Dementia/Alzheimer's clients. I received my training with a very good local...
Sylvia can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"First time using a caregiver for me, so I didn't really know what to expect. Wow she made it easy for me. Communicates very well. It took a little bit of time for her to gain my moms trust, but of course it happened. That's when Sylvia's and my moms relationship...

Douglas K.

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Carlee C.


Kankakee, IL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, fun, caring! I like working with kids because I love taking care of others and watching them grow into there own little person! I started working with kids when I was 12, I was babysitting all summer up until I was about 15 then I worked at a daycare and then a nanny :) In my spare...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Carlee has loved my babies for the past 9 months (ages 4 and 1). She’s not only watched my children, but she’s also taken them to activities like the park, library, or the local kids museum. She’s been more than willing to help with grocery pickup too! Carlee has...

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Amanda D.


Manteno, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with infants all the way up to preteens. I am used to four children at a time. I change diapers, bottle feed, tutor, and do light cooking and cleaning. I have been sitting since I was in junior high and I have 15 years of experience. I am also listed on the senior care portion of this site. I have an Assoc. of...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We just hired Amanda. We are super excited to be working with her. She is dependable, reliable, local, and our daughter already has a connection with her. She starts this week and we couldn't be happier."

Amanda H.

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Taylor K.


Bourbonnais, IL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

I Love To Have Fun And Make Sure Everything Is Good. I Love Cleaning And Meal Prepping.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi!! My name is Taylor and I love being a sitter for children! I have always loved children and one day hope to have my own! My sister has a newborn baby at home and I'm always helping her care for him. I have plenty of experience taking care of children of all ages. I love being a nanny or sitter because I love the experience!...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"amazing sitter!! great with son he gets so excited when she walks in always on time."

Emily W.

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Sylvia S.


Wilmington, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My work experience is in home management (providing non-medical care of seniors in their homes). I have a caregiver's heart and that keeps me caring for people of all ages. If you are in need of a caring, compassionate person who is dependable and trustworthy, that would be me. I have worked as a non medical caregiver for the...
Sylvia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"A great person to have worked with. Very nice, honest, and genuine. Clients loved her and couldn't wait too see her. She treated clients and their families with the up most respect and dignity. My parents are getting older and hopefully she will work with them one...

Kim W.

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Elizabeth M.


Bourbonnais, IL

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Hello!

I have seven younger siblings, so I've grown up always being around kids. I have done a lot of babysitting for family, friends, and other community members. I've also done a lot of tutoring and worked at various summer and day camps
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alyssa A.


Channahon, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as caring, outgoing, and charismatic. I like working with kids because they have this energy that just draws you in. They are so bubbly and bouncing off of the walls and I love surrounding myself with that because it just makes me feel happier. I would love a family who is easy going and a joy to be...
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Elena G.


Manteno, IL

$14-50/hr2 yrs exp

Just A Little Bit About Me!

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, passionate, friendly I like working with kids because they are so curious and balls of energy! Talking with kids is always interesting, not only can they learn from me but I can learn from them! I started working with kids when I was about 15. I started babysitting for families in my...
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Kaitlin R.


Coal City, IL

$13-22/hr5 yrs exp

Fun & Creative Sitter!

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I have experience in the medical field as well as with children with special needs.
Kaitlin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

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Amber C.


Cabery, IL

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Experienced Sitter/nanny

I've been working in childcare facilities since 2012. But also have been babysitting for families since I was 12yrs old. I love children as I have a few of my own. I have an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education.
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Natalia T.


Manteno, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time Tutor Available

Hello! My name is Natalia T. and I have been tutoring for 8 years. My experiences include kindergarten all the way through college courses. My specialty is in English, as I am also an editor for publications. I am currently in my last semester of college and will be graduating with a Bachelors of Arts in Communication and Media...

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Essex, IL

Barbara S.

5.0

Barbara is the BEST caregiver ever. She takes great care of my mother and father in all aspects. She is extremely diligent in making sure they are safe and well fed and cared for in their own home. She is very professional yet also very down to earth and fun for my parents. We are so very happy...

- Cathy G.

Sylvia S.

5.0

We needed someone to come in on moving day to clean our bathrooms. Sylvia applied, we agreed on date, time and fee. She arrived on time and did a wonderful job getting right to work. She even took on an extra job of cleaning laundry room with no problem. She did an awesome job!!! If I ever need...

- Cheryl S.

Morgan S.

5.0

Morgan was great!! She was very energetic and hands on with our kids! They loved her and we would definitely want to have Morgan babysit again for us 😀

- Care member

Caitlin H.

4.0

Caitlin did an amazing job with my daughter, I'm a first time mommy, she organized her room, she's a natural with kids, my baby fell in love with her first day, appreciate her helping out our family.

- Riveria P.

Leaselle H.

5.0

She is a very outgoing and kind person. Has wonderful work ethic and very dependable.

- Care member

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