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60 babysitters are listed in Gardner, IL
The average rate is $14/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 1 years
Babysitters in Gardner, IL
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, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Megan S.
Coal City, IL
$13-19/hr
I live with 3 big dogs and love taking them on walks and playing with them. Animals is my second love and I have no issue with any breeds of dogs. I am not a professional groomer but I don't mind bathing the animals either.
Megan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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
Andrea S.
Coal City, IL
$14-20/hr
I absolutely love all animals but I feel the most comfortable caring for dogs and cats! I have a bull mastiff and a cat of my own. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes! I care very deeply for all animals and would go above and beyond to make sure your pets are well cared for!
Andrea can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sarah D.
Coal City, IL
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
hello ! I have been working as a CNA since I was 16! I work in a dr office right now ! i'm CPR certified. if you have any questions please let me know
Sarah can also help with: Respite care, dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
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, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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...
I'd describe myself as outgoing, patient, and creative.
I like working with kids because they have creative ways of handling themselves and keeping their independence. They also know how to brighten up a room.
I'm looking for a job that can give me a stable income and a one where I want to willingly come back every day.
I...
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...
Megan S.
Coal City, IL
$16-21/hr
Hello. I am 22 years and I love to clean! My favorite things to do while cleaning is organizing and deep cleaning things that may not get to much attention by others. I am very dependable and have a very flexible schedule to fit needs of busy families
I started working with kids when I was in high school. I never really had the extra time to work for other families outside of my own but I would love to now!
In my spare time, I like to do things that spike my creativity. I love to paint and color. I love to read as well. I love being outside and in the summer I love hiking...
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, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
I cared for my 97-year-old father, who has now passed. I do errands, take them to doctor appointments, make their meals, light cleaning. errands companionship, my goal is to make sure they feel good about their selfs and happy every second I'm with them. I have a great sense of humor, and I take my job very seriously as if they...
Susan can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, visiting physician, meal prep
5.0
"Sue was recommended to us for our 96 year old mother. She completely lived up to the recommendation! She had her hands full with long days (10-11) hours. She was always on time, patient and caring . She followed instructions and knew plenty about the constant...
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Carlee C.
Kankakee, IL
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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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5.0
(1)
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: Live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(4)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an RN with a bachelor's degree and CRRN (certified rehabilitation registered nurse) with experience in physical rehab, dementia, psych, hospice, home health, and long term care. I love taking care of people and getting to know their stories. I was a charge nurse and preceptor and am known to go above and beyond for my...
Melanie can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
5.0
"Melanie was my caregiver for almost 2 years. I'm a Quadriplegic & I received probably the best care I had in a long time. She's very knowledgeable, understanding & dependable. Always on time. Unfortunately I didn't have enough hours for her. I would highly...
Edward F.
5.0
(14)
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: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sylvia cared for our mom for about five months before she had to go to more full-time care. Sylvia was conscientious, thoughtful, punctual, gave us great advice and help, especially dealing with dementia. My mom is 92 with dementia, and we were so grateful for...
Rae R.
Sylvia S.
Wilmington, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting, pet waste cleanup & 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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 30 years old, no kids of my own yet but kids have always been my passion! I have been babysitting since I was 12 and since then have been in and out of childcare. I have Nannie'd for several families as well as worked at a daycare for children of all ages. I have a ton of experience and hope I will be the right fit for your...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We loved Shannon! She was easy to talk to and always thought of things to do. She had to move on when I lost my job a couple summers ago, but luckily she found another nanny gig. We miss her and I'd hire her again in a heartbeat!"
Ashley P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gardner, IL
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.
Susan N.
5.0
Sue was recommended to us for our 96 year old mother. She completely lived up to the recommendation! She had her hands full with long days (10-11) hours. She was always on time, patient and caring . She followed instructions and knew plenty about the constant care that our mom would need with...
- Care member
Carlee C.
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 been incredibly flexible, working...
- Care member
Sylvia S.
5.0
Sylvia is dependable and extremely conscientious. She shows up. On time. She is very caring and tender hearted as well. She is an asset to any family that needs to place their loved one, young or old, in the hands of someone else.
- Kim M.
Melanie S.
5.0
Melanie was my caregiver for almost 2 years. I'm a Quadriplegic & I received probably the best care I had in a long time. She's very knowledgeable, understanding & dependable. Always on time. Unfortunately I didn't have enough hours for her. I would highly recommend her.
- Edward F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gardner, IL:
How can I find a Gardner babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gardner, 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 5 babysitters in Gardner, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.5. 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 Gardner, IL?
The average rate for Gardner, IL babysitters on Care.com is $14.80 per hour as of June 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 Gardner, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gardner, 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.