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123 babysitters are listed in Joliet, IL
The average rate is $14/hr as of March 2023
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Joliet, IL
5.0
(4)
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I have 8 years of experience. I have experience with kids with disabilities and kids from anywhere from infant-12 years old. I am very adventurous, love kids, and love to make new memories. I have experience in babysitting through family members and non family members. I was also a gymnastics coach...
Latest review:
5.0
I've hired Jordan multiple times for pet sitting when I'm out-of town and date nights to watch my children. She's very good with the kids and pets and very attentive. No problems at all.
Reviewed by Jennifer W.
5.0
(1)
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Hi! I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 11 years old. I love children and have worked with children of all ages, from infants to middle age, and even those with special needs! I can be flexible and have references if needed! I am a sophomore in college at the University of St. Francis. My...
Ana can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning, Grocery shopping, Travel
Latest review:
5.0
Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive...
Reviewed by Jackie F.
5.0
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I have three young children of my own. I am an attentive sitter and engage with the children the whole time. Whether it's doing an art project or playing with toys, I aim to keep the children smiling. I work best with younger children and babies, but I know tweens and teenagers would still have a...
Latest review:
5.0
Olivia was great! Very friendly and our 18 month old was immediately drawn to her. Importantly, Olivia was punctual and dependable. 100% would recommend and would reach out to her again.
Reviewed by Rommie J.
Kimberly G.
Joliet, IL
$10-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For Date Night Sitting Or Overnights!
5.0
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Hello, my name is Kimberly! I am pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting. I am a highly motivated student seeking an occasional date night or overnight sitting position. I have had previous professional experience caring for children. The typical age group ranged from 6 mo.-12...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel
Latest review:
5.0
Kimberly is an extremely motivated and driven person. She has such a big heart and is a very caring. She is the kind of person that never fails to light up the room with joy.
Reviewed by Karina O.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Victoria. I have 4 years of experience of nannying but many many more babysitting. I love kids!!! Tiny humans are so fun to be around. I love taking my current tiny humans to parks, the library, crafting and playing with them. The two girls I currently watch will both be in school...
Latest review:
5.0
Victoria is AMAZING with children!! She's super sweet and my kids always have a ball when she watches them! They love playing games with her and she's big on taking them out to explore their surroundings! If...
Reviewed by Becca S.
Mikayla G.
Joliet, IL
$20-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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I have babysat since I was 14 and help out in Sunday School classes for my church. I have a great work ethic & get along really well with kids of all ages! I am very passionate about eating a balanced diet and would encourage your children to do the same. I love playing games, going outside, making...
Latest review:
5.0
Mikayla is very respectful and pleasant to be around! She is easy going and always dependable. She made me feel like she was part of the family!
Reviewed by Alyssa D.
Mikayla G.
Joliet, IL
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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Will care for your animals as if they are my own! I miss having pets in the house & have recently moved so I would love to offer affection to your little family members :)
Mikayla G.
Joliet, IL
$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I have a special needs immediate family member who I have helped with over the years & I have experience with other special needs children at a previous church.
Ashley M.
Joliet, IL
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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I love animals! I enjoy taking them on walks, giving a bath, feeding, or watching. I have my fair share of experience with animals and I enjoy their company. I can provide animal sitting in your home and take them to the park to get fresh air. My number one job is to make sure that they're safe and...
Ashley can also help with: Grooming, Pet sitting, Pet transportation, Pet walking, Boarding
Latest review:
5.0
I am so happy we had the opportunity to have Ashley over to watch our new rescue dog! She came early to meet our shy dog so they could get comfortable together before we left. I felt so relieved when I met her...
Reviewed by Talia T.
Ashley M.
Joliet, IL
$13-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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I can provide companionship to your family member. I enjoy listening to stories, playing games, or simply being there. I have tended to the needs of senior citizens who are disabled, and I have accompanied seniors who just need some company. I will happily do whatever is needed in order to help them...
Latest review:
5.0
I was visiting the Chicago area for a convention and needed care while I was out there so I hired Ashley and she did a great job all the days I needed help. She was on time and worked hard every day. I would...
Reviewed by Shawn F.
5.0
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I love all kinds of animals, especially dogs. I have walked plenty of dogs and ensured they received the proper exercise as requested by their owners. I provide a happy environment and make sure the animals feel comfortable in their surroundings. I can also board animals at my house to make it more...
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, Boarding, Pet walking, Pet transportation
Latest review:
5.0
Olivia was very professional but warm and caring with my son. She attended to all the little details and even brought her bathing suit to swim in the pool. My son loved having her as his sitter.
Reviewed by Paige S.
Ashley M.
Joliet, IL
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Social Work Graduate, awaiting LSW.
Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings.
CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified
Currently a Full-Time employee as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Crisis/Outreach Manager.
Has own transportation.
Currently learning...
Latest review:
5.0
I was visiting the Chicago area for a convention and needed care while I was out there so I hired Ashley and she did a great job all the days I needed help. She was on time and worked hard every day. I would...
Reviewed by Shawn F.
5.0
(1)
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Hey there! I am a college students at Benedictine University looking for a part time babysitting position up until the end of December (as I will be graduating then). I have 5+ years experience working with kiddos. My experience ranges from caring for special needs individuals, two years of lead...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel, Carpooling, Grocery shopping
Latest review:
5.0
We absolutely loved having Chloe as babysitter for our 2 small children! She was so sweet with our little ones and a wonderful addition to our family. Chloe clearly enjoys being a caregiver, and she took on...
Reviewed by Cathy M.
Yasmine C.
Joliet, IL
$13-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Message Me For More Information And References. Excited To Get To Know You And Your Family.
5.0
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Hi, I'm Yasmine! I am 24 years old and am currently a stay at home mom with my 3-month-old son. I pride myself in having open communication with parents to ensure I can provide the best care for their children possible. I am comfortable with driving, school/sports pick ups and drop offs. I am also...
Latest review:
5.0
Yasmine has been a blessing to our family. She is very dependable and communicates with to us regarding our son. She dives in with play time, goes over and beyond the call of duty, and she is like family. We...
Reviewed by Katie L.
5.0
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Hi, I am a very patient and trustworthy person. I enjoy working with children it has always been my passion. I have 6 years plus of experience. I've worked with children 0-12 years of age. I am currently a nanny of 2 years to 3 children ages 2, 4, and 7. I am CPR certified and also ECE certified. I...
Sentoria can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel
Latest review:
5.0
Great girl, loves kids fantastic attitude and initiative!
Reviewed by Cristie C.
Lisa H.
Joliet, IL
<$10/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Well, I am a mother to two girls who are 16. I also come from a large family and there are lots of children in it. I love kids and I enjoy working with them, watching them grow and interact with one another. I have been a stay at home mom now for 16 years babysitting and I wouldn't trade it for the...
Latest review:
5.0
Lisa has taken care of my son since he was 8 weeks old. He was a colicky little guy, and I know he required a lot of extra care. She is patient, loving, and I can see by how excited my son gets when he sees her...
Reviewed by Nicole C.
Hannah B.
Joliet, IL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello there,
I'm Hannah! I have been a nanny/babysitter for 6 years. I am CPR certified, and have taken various child development classes. I love working with children, and hope to continue to go to school for something involving children. I have worked with kids from 10 months-10 years old. I have...
Latest review:
5.0
She is awesome with my two sons. I'm glad I found her.
Reviewed by Joshua C.
Hannah W.
Joliet, IL
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have experience with all types of children from birth to 12 years old, special needs, and up to six children at a time. I love bringing crafts, and creating fun games to play with the kids. It is truly rewarding to see the kids excited to see you when you walk in the door, and to hear that they've...
Courtney P.
Joliet, IL
$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello,
I have previously tutored family members, friends, and peers on various subjects including chemistry, english, math, and physics. Also, I organized and taught a computer class at a local community center. I have tutored in the age range of 7-57 years old, I enjoy people and helping others...
Latest review:
5.0
Courtney is an Amazing Accelerated Math Tutor! Our child worked so well with her during the year of 2018-19. She was great at providing parent feedback and updates as needed. Her feedback was extremely...
Reviewed by Tracie D.
Griselda C.
Joliet, IL
$10-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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I am a mother of two, a 10-year-old son that is in school during the day and a 4-year-old daughter that has half day preschool, they are my world. I am in on line classes to finish my degree in Early Childhood Education. I have my CDA, I have worked at Learning Center and now needing to work morning...
Latest review:
5.0
Lily is such a amazing person and such a caring person. Lily is great with children. Lily is a hard worker.
Reviewed by Desiree D.
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Recent babysitter reviews in Joliet, IL
Jordan K.
5.0
I've hired Jordan multiple times for pet sitting when I'm out-of town and date nights to watch my children. She's very good with the kids and pets and very attentive. No problems at all.
- Jennifer W.
Ana E.
5.0
Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive the girls where they needed to be and take them, and on fun outings. I trust very few...
- Jackie F.
Olivia S.
5.0
Olivia was great! Very friendly and our 18 month old was immediately drawn to her. Importantly, Olivia was punctual and dependable. 100% would recommend and would reach out to her again.
- Rommie J.
Kimberly G.
5.0
Kimberly is an extremely motivated and driven person. She has such a big heart and is a very caring. She is the kind of person that never fails to light up the room with joy.
- Karina O.
Victoria S.
5.0
Victoria is AMAZING with children!! She's super sweet and my kids always have a ball when she watches them! They love playing games with her and she's big on taking them out to explore their surroundings! If you're able to have Victoria watch your kids you can guarantee they'll be treated like her...
- Becca S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Joliet, IL:
How can I find a Joliet babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Joliet, 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 123 babysitters in Joliet, 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 Joliet, IL?
The average rate for Joliet, IL babysitters on Care.com is $14.95 per hour as of March 2023. 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 Joliet, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Joliet, IL through Care.com. As of 2023, 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.