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Babysitters in Glenwood, IL
Samara Z.
Glenwood, IL
$50-175/hr • 3 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter Available Weekdays During The Summer And Weekends
I love taking care of children! I have taken care of children from newborns to about 15 years of age. I am a recent graduate from Michigan State University. I am well rounded and very organized. I am an outgoing and caring person. I am looking for a part-time or full-time position. I have open availability as of right now.
Samara can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Abbie Z.
Glenwood, IL
$19/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have many years of experience taking care of others. I started babysitting when I was a young teen with my cousins. My drive for helping others led me to school for Music Therapy. Over one summer, I was a camp counselor at a Girl scout camp, and I helped lifeguard. At school, I found my love of behavioral analysis. I became a...
Abbie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Samara Z.
Glenwood, IL
$30-59/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have been tutoring primarily in math and science for about eight years. I am well-versed in topics of chemistry and biology. I am also knowledgeable in math up to calculus.
Abbie Z.
Glenwood, IL
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I worked as a rehabilitation technician at a group home in Michigan for a few months. The residents needed assistance with toileting, cleaning, transferring, and changing. Older populations are my absolute favorite to work with! I have more experience taking care of kids, but I would love to change that! Just show me what you...
Abbie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Abbie Z.
Glenwood, IL
$25-31/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have some experiencing tutoring kids on clarinet. I love helping others learn and grow. I am a behavioral technician, and teach kids how to adapt in healthy ways. I was also a camp counselor for a summer, and taught young girls how to make fires, wield blades, cook, clean, climb, swim, make crafts, and even play guitar. I...
I love children! I am enthusiastic, energetic, hardworking, and dedicated to what I do. I have 8 years of experience with children infant-5 years; specializing with children ages 3-5 years old. My experience includes changing diapers, potty training, teaching, cleaning, cooking/baking, filing papers,
and much more. My unique...
Jamie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
4.2
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I look forward to meeting you & your family!
I am hoping to be the go to date day/night babysitter for a few families in the southwest suburbs or downtown Chicago. At the moment I am available during the evenings & weekends. I also have a somewhat flexible schedule & can be available last minute during the day. I am a...
Brittany can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brittany was our babysitter and I cannot say enough great things about her! Any family would be lucky to have her. She is kind, responsible, and dependable. I felt complete confidence in my children's safety and well-being when I left them in Brittany's care. She...
Kara S.
Jakayla S.
Dolton, IL
$11-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Junior at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. I am a management major specializing in Entrepreneurship and look forward to starting my own baking company. I have babysitting experience and look forward to expanding my experience. My availability is open and flexible. I can also tutor if needed. Need someone to watch...
Jakayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Jakayla has been amazing to work with! She helped during the summer with my 6 month old. She's very punctual and flexible."
Kat T.
4.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a part-time bilingual nursing student with 6 years of nanny/babysitting experience and at least 8+ households (references). I do hold an A. S., CPR, active CNA certification, clean driving, and background history. I am COVID-19 vaccinated.
My interest for childcare started after high school, after caring for my family's...
Britania can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Britania interviewed with us and was an excellent candidate for our nanny position. She interviewed over the phone and in person. She is very knowledgeable and experienced with children and house management duties. She shows an excitement when talking about doing...
Liz B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!
My name is Daniele, I have a lot of experience as a babysitter/nanny (+6years) with children from 0 to 12 years old! I also have a college degree in Education, so besides being a nanny/babysitting, I also have been a teacher for early education and first grade!
I love arts and crafts, playing and teaching kids....
Daniele can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Daniele was great! She was on time, respectful, attentive and very sweet with my 5mo old kiddo. I’d love to hire her again! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking for part time, I do have reliable transportation, and I look forward to being as of much help to your children and your family in every way possible!
Drew can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Responsible, organizer, punctual, dependable. Friendly. Love to help and meet your needs. I can assist you and help with errands.
Norma can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Teja. I have been working with kids for or over 7 years and I enjoy everyday I have kids around me. I am hard working and energetic and I spend my time studying, learning new things, and making fun experiences. In addition to being a babysitter, I have also been a camp counselor for 4 consecutive years and have...
Teja can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Taryn and I am a 28-year-old high school English teacher. I received my Bachelor's degree in education from Illinois State University, and currently working towards my Master's degree. I have spent my entire life around kids (I have three younger siblings!) and have been babysitting since age 13. I have been a...
Taryn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taryn was an excellent babysitter for our three children. She was punctual, creative, kind and warm towards our kids. She was always ready to take them on their next adventure whether that be to the pool, the beach, the museum or the park. She always got my kids...
Alice M.
Abbey G.
Saint John, IN
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekday, Weeknight, And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I love children and have a passion for helping others. Currently, I am a nursing student at Purdue University, and I plan to pursue a career in pediatric nursing. In my free time, I volunteer for my local church at school in the children's ministry, spend lots of time outdoors, craft, and bake. I have 7+ years of...
Abbey can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Being a high school teacher and coach, I have the luxury of being able to hand pick my sitters from a pool of great candidates. Abbey has been our preferred babysitter (and our children's) for 5 years.
She's been there for us during the diaper and formula era...
Dan G.
5.0
(3)
I am a dependable, trustworthy babysitter looking for a job and I love kids. I can babysit kids of all ages. I love the outdoors and keeping the kids entertained. I have and can provide dependable transportation.
I was previously a nanny for a 5-year-old girl and also a live in nanny in Spain for four months with kids ranging...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is such a lovely, respectful, dependable young lady. Alyssa has always been a high achiever, taking honors classes at her high school and excelling in them. She is also enrolled in the career center to help set herself up for future endeavors. Alyssa is an...
Jayde U.
Samantha S.
Lansing, IL
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am A Caring Teenager Who Loves To Provide Care To All Age Children
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Background check COMPLETED & CLEARED by cants as of 08/2018. CPR certified as of 09/2018 Recently renewed 10/22. For the past 5 years, I have enjoyed babysitting children. I enjoy spending time with children and entertaining them, I love their energy and curiosity. I have great listening skills, and I show so much love and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We used Samantha as a back-up care during Presidents day and were really please with our selection. She was punctual, attentive, accurate and children liked her. Will definitely hire again."
Seymur A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Service-minded professional with experience in home management, decluttering and organizing. Champion first-class service in commercial/residential projects with experience at major hotels, business offices and single-family residences. I can ensure 100% compliance with safety and sanitary guidelines. Services include:...
Adeline can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Nichole W.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-31/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
Nichole can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100%...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I recently stopped doing clinic work but would like to continue providing care a couple days a week. I'm available as a backup or special event sitter, as well as, part time two to three days per week.
I'm an Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience working with newborn children all the way to 100 years old. In addition,...
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Shannon has been a part of my family for 15 years. She is an amazing person and incredibly trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone to serve your family."
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Glenwood, IL
Brittany W.
5.0
Brittany's energy, positivity and true love for children make our entire family happy when she comes for a visit.
- Jeff S.
Jakayla S.
5.0
Jakayla has been amazing to work with! She helped during the summer with my 6 month old. She's very punctual and flexible.
- Kat T.
Britania D.
5.0
She helped my in-laws take care of our kids and my brother-in-law's kids (5 total kids all 4 and under). She was a huge help and great with the kids. I would definitely hire her again in the future.
- Mary P.
Daniele F.
5.0
Daniele was great! She was on time, respectful, attentive and very sweet with my 5mo old kiddo. I’d love to hire her again!
- Care member
Taryn D.
5.0
Taryn was an excellent babysitter for our three children. She was punctual, creative, kind and warm towards our kids. She was always ready to take them on their next adventure whether that be to the pool, the beach, the museum or the park. She always got my kids outside and off their screens which...
- Alice M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Glenwood, IL:
How can I find a Glenwood babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Glenwood, 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 Glenwood, 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 Glenwood, IL?
The average rate for Glenwood, IL babysitters on Care.com is $24.83 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 Glenwood, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Glenwood, 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.