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6 babysitters are listed in Harrisburg, IL
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Harrisburg, IL
Hannah R.
Harrisburg, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Hannah! I'm 25 years old and I love children. I'm just graduated Vanderbilt with my M. Ed. in Human Development. I'm very flexible, have my own car, and can start as early as next week. I come from a family of 12, so I'm used to babysitting multiple children at a time. I have a BA in psychology with emphasis on...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah is amazing with my 5 kids! She is truly a natural with children. She's amazing helping my older boys (ages 6 and 9) with homework- she has a really great balance of pushing them to excel without being mean or frustrating them. She is friendly and fun and we...
Erin S.
Faith V.
Eldorado, IL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Faith and I absolutely adore children! I have about 3 years of experience along with lifelong experiences with children. I use to babysit on the side a lot when I was younger. I am 20 years old and would love to have the opportunity to make your child(s) day! I worked in a daycare with children aged from...
Faith can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Faith has worked for us over the last couple of months and was SO GREAT with my baby! She constantly engaged him and he had so much fun with her. She was also very happy and willing to do dishes/housework, whatever was needed if he was nursing or napping. She had...
Kelly W.
Brittany J.
Thompsonville, IL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name Is Brittany. I Have Had Many Jobs But I'm Passionate About Nannying.
I started babysitting when I was a teenager and was a nanny until I got married and moved to the "country" with my husband. It has been an adventure for me having chickens, a garden and property. I have had a few different jobs since moving. I have tutored, taken care of seniors, and worked at an insurance office. But none have...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello! My name is Elliana, I am 20 years old and I work as a CNA in healthcare. I have worked in the healthcare field for almost 2 years now and I have quickly learned that caregiving is what I was meant to do. I have always helped raise all 10 of my little cousins growing up and now I'm helping take care of my 1 yr old niece...
Elliana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Brittany C.
Thompsonville, IL
$17-50/hr • 14 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Brittany . I Have Been A Nanny For 14 Years.
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Hi! My name is Brittany . I just moved to this area. I have lived in the O'Fallon, IL area most of my life until I met my husband.
I have loved watching kiddos all of my life. I started babysitting with my older sister when I was 12 years old. I quickly realized that watching children grow and learn was something I was...
5.0
"Brittany was the absolute best caregiver we could have asked for. We have 2 boys, one was less than a year old and the other was two when she started watching them full time for us. She not only completely changed the disposition of my very high energy strong...
Care member
I have never been paid to be a pet sitter, however I have grown up with animals my whole life. I have a huge heart for people and the same goes for all animals! If I could own a zoo I probably could! I have 2 fur babies of my own currently and they are both fully pembroke welsh corgis! I consider these two boys my babies since I...
Elliana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Harrisburg, IL
Hannah R.
5.0
Hannah was exceptional with my kids (less than 3yo). Punctual, dependable, caring, loving, and everything else you would want from a nanny. She really became a member of the family.
- Sonia O.
Faith V.
5.0
Faith has worked for us over the last couple of months and was SO GREAT with my baby! She constantly engaged him and he had so much fun with her. She was also very happy and willing to do dishes/housework, whatever was needed if he was nursing or napping. She had to leave CA (where I live) and was...
- Kelly W.
Brittany C.
5.0
Brittany was the absolute best caregiver we could have asked for. We have 2 boys, one was less than a year old and the other was two when she started watching them full time for us. She not only completely changed the disposition of my very high energy strong willed 2 year old but also used...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Harrisburg, IL:
How can I find a Harrisburg babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Harrisburg, 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 1 babysitters in Harrisburg, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Harrisburg, IL?
The average rate for Harrisburg, IL babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 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 Harrisburg, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Harrisburg, 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.