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Blair C.

Mattoon, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Knowing that families need dependable childcare is what inspires me. I strive to be a patient and friendly caregiver. I have one year of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, and I'm comfortable with up to four children. I follow parents' lead when it comes to household rules and preferred communication methods. I...
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Mercedez A.'s Photo

Mattoon, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Mercedez and I am looking to find a family to babysit during the week/afterschool.
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Nanny / Teacher

Mattoon, IL

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$16/hr
4 years experience
I am Paige, I am 19 years old, I've been working in the child care industry since I was 14 years old. I have a super open availability! I am looking to nanny for one family full time! Look below at my availability if you'd like to chat about my experience let me know!
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Halee B.'s Photo

Charleston, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Former teacher looking for part time childcare jobs. Nanny experience for families with 1+ children and recurring babysitting job experience. Specialization in working with children with disabilities. Taught special education for 4 years. Experience in daycares and working with infants and newborns. Experience in educational...

Christine S. says "My family had the pleasure of working with Halee on a weekly basis throughout Summer of 2021. Her educational and professional background in...

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Megan B.'s Photo

Charleston, IL

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$12/hr
1 year experience
I'm a nurturing and responsible caregiver who is passionate about providing a safe and stimulating environment for children. I love to make positive impacts on children's lives! I'm a patient and calm individual who loves to be creative and use imagination with children through play and activities. I believe in open and...
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Sydney M.'s Photo

Charleston, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
20 years old. Girl Scout troop leader and camp counselor. I have been babysitting/working in daycares and camps since I was 10. I'm currently studying to be a social worker. I am CPR and first aid certified and have taken several child development classes.
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Taylor B.'s Photo

Part Time Care Giver

Charleston, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a compassionate and dependable childcare provider with extensive experience caring for children of all ages. I have worked in daycare settings supporting infants through school-age children, and I bring a patient, nurturing approach to every child I care for. I am certified in First Aid and CPR, ensuring safety is always a...
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Part-Time Tutor

Charleston, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I currently work as a reading paraprofessional in the Mattoon school district and am looking to start tutoring during the school year and summers, as well. I've worked with students of all ages, preschool through high school. I'm mostly interested in tutoring elementary school students, but would be open to tutoring older...
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Ashlyn M.'s Photo

Charleston, IL

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
I have 5 years of experience working in a church nursery, and 1 year of experience working at a daycare. I enjoy working with kids of all ages, and I enjoy going above and beyond to help with homework, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I am a great cook, physically active, and attentive to detail. I am a 2024 high school...
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Megan F.'s Photo

Charleston, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Megan and I am a sophomore Special Education Major at Eastern Illinois University. I love kids (or else education wouldn't be my major ;) and pets but what I really love most is helping out people in need. I hope I can be of service to you and your family!
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Jami M.'s Photo

Charleston, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Jami, I am 20, studying Middle Level Education and Spanish at EIU! I am trying to break into the nannying game as a more permanent job while I put myself through school. I have about two years of experience working with children in capacities of education and sports. I co-taught preschool through MSHS, and I...
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  • The average post rate is $15.33/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Mattoon, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Mattoon, 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 3 babysitters in Mattoon, 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.

The average rate for Mattoon, IL babysitters on Care.com is $15.33 per hour as of June 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Mattoon, IL through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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