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Gina K.

Full Time Babysitter

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Gina! I am very blessed to have 4 children myself, all who are self-sufficient now. I have the opportunity to continue to care for children/babies in my home. I love to take trips to child friendly places like the zoo, library, summer movie club, nature walks, parks, etc. Any chance I can get being outside...

Chauna P. says "Best child care provider ever! I can't say enough about Gina. You just become family in her household and your child is as protected and cared for as if...

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Megan C.

Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I have babysat for over 20 years. When I was a senior in high school, I worked in a preschool. I have babysat for my nieces & nephews ranging from 1-14. I worked with a family with 3 young girls & had 2 to 3 days of entertaining them & cooking for them. Arts & crafts were a regular thing with this family. After I...

Pauline B. says "Megan was great; very accommodating to my rushed schedule and took her time in letting my child warm up to her. Would definitely hire her again."

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Taylor H.

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Taylor, a loving and reliable caregiver with 10+ years of experience working as a nanny and assistant teacher.

Care Member says "Taylor is amazing! My daughter absolutely loved her and didn't want her to leave. She was early, polite, great with my daughter. I will definitely be...

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Alyssa A.

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Alyssa, I'm 32 years old. Along with being a mom of 2, I have over 10 years of experience! I've nannied as well as taught preschool in the 2's and infant room. I just ended a nanny job after 2. 5 years and am starting another on Wednesday's and Friday's. Looking for the other days of the week to fill in the...

Care Member says "Alyssa has nannied for my family for about 2 years. She mostly has cared for my youngest since he was 9 months old, but manages to do school pickup for...

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Kerstin F.

Flexible Nanny With Tons Of Kid Experience!

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I am currently a Child Life Specialist at Advocate Children's Hospital in the Emergency Room. I have masters degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with a Child Life concentration. I have been a nanny/babysitter for multiple families since 2014. During my nanny/babysitting jobs I was in charge of cooking, cleaning,...

Missy M. says "I interviewed Kerstin over the phone. She was honest, kind, and has an extensive background with children. Unfortunately, I am looking for a multiple-year...

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Cailee E.

Part-time Caretaker

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Cailee. I'm a registered nurse with several years of experience. Before becoming a nurse, I worked full-time as a nanny and also as an activities coordinator at a senior living facility. I live in Plainfield with my awesome husband and two wonderful kids. As a mother of two children who are in preschool Monday...

Sarah H. says "Cailee is awesome and you can't go wrong with her! She was always on time, very dependable and we would definitely hire Cailee again. Our kids loved her...

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Mackenzie H.

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm 26 years old and have been a full-time nanny for the past 10 years. I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology, which has deepened my understanding of child development and behavior across all ages. I genuinely love building lasting bonds with the families I work with. I understand how important it is for parents to feel...

Darby B. says "MacKenzie is wonderful. My boys get excited when they know she coming. She plays with them non-stop when she gets here. They go to the park when they are...

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Samantha S.

Plainfield, IL

4.7(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Sam and I have been working with children for over 10 years. I am an experienced nanny, preschool lead teacher, and montessorian. I am looking for both weekday and weekend caregiving hours. I have an Associate's degree with additional ECE credits, a clean driving record/reliable SUV, and I am CPR/First Aid...

Katie W. says "My daughter absolutely adores Sam! She runs to give her a hug good bye. It means to much to me to know my daughter is happy and we'll cared for while I'm...

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Mary C.

I Have Been Nannying For 8 Years Now! I Am Very Trustworthy Honest Person And I Love Kids!

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience
I'm a proud mother of five amazing children, and have been a loving, reliable nanny for over 10 years. Caring for children is truly my passion-I treat every child as if they were my own. I'm CPR certified, highly trustworthy, and bring a calm, nurturing presence wherever I go. Your little ones will always be in safe, caring...

Care Member says "Mary was the best nanny we have ever had! She is vibrant and nurturing. My kids still ask for her to come visit. She’s detail oriented, kind, fun and...

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Kristen K.

Extremely Organized And Reliable. Loving And Consistent. Dependable And Fun.

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I am extremely reliable and dependable. I can manage a household of many schedules, care for children and pets, and keep a clean and organized home. I offer many references who can verify my reliability, attention to detail, and efficient use of time while providing a loving and fun atmosphere with special outings for children....

Michael L. says "Kristen is an excellent sitter. Professional, education background and works well with my daughter who has behavior focused challenges. Highly...

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Oni D.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Plainfield, IL

from
$15/hr
Craft assistance
I have many younger cousins, so I take care of them as needed. I have experience with children of all ages and am gentle but also firm with them when necessary. The most common age groups I work with are infants, small children between the ages of 1-4, and older children between 9-13.
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Sara K.

Babysitter Available

Plainfield, IL

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$53/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I absolutely love children. So much, that I decided to make it a career! I am a 2013 graduate of Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights and received my license in elementary education. In 2017 I received my masters degree in reading and ell. I currently work as a 6th grade teacher, going into my 5th year. I teach and have...
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Elizabeth C.

Full Or Part Time Babysitter.

Plainfield, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, I am 35 years old and I live in Plainfield. I have been a nanny/ babysitter for 20 plus years. I have sat for children from newborn up to 16 years of age. Pick up and drop off to and from school, activities, etc. Providing breakfast, lunch and dinner. Have also helped children with homework, potty training, etc.
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Lacey H.

Babysitting, Nanny, Date Night - Call Me!

Plainfield, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! I have 10+ years working with children between the ages of 6 weeks and 13 years. I have worked as a teacher, bus driver, cook, assistant director, and center director. I am CPR/First Aid certified, food handler and food sanitation certified, and I have my Associates in Early Child Education and my Bachelor's in ECE...
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Kim J.

Occasion/Holiday Care

Plainfield, IL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old, I am now 21. I am employed as a Before and After school care counselor. During the summer I also work as a summer camp counselor with kids . I attend college at Illinois State University. Currently looking for a Summer 2021 nannying or babysitting job.
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Zakary T.

Zak

Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a 19-year-old student majoring in special education. Since 8th grade, I've been volunteering with special needs children through different organizations. Prior to the pandemic, I was an assistant coach for Special Olympics gymnastics. The summer of 2019, I watched 2 school-aged boys about 2 days a week. I took them to...
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Alissa O.

Responsible Sitter That Loves Creativity & Fun | Fully Vaccinated

Plainfield, IL

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Alissa. I am 20 years old and just completed my second year at Wheaton College as an Art major. I have had several years of experience caring for children ages 0-5 years old throughout high school and into my time at college. In high school, I volunteered at my church nursery for 2 years caring for infants 0-24...
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Ireland S.

Fun And Creative Sitter And Responsible Pet Sitter!

Plainfield, IL

from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a college student and have over 8 years of experience babysitting and nannying. I am also the oldest child and have three younger siblings so I have lots of informal experience! I love dogs and pets. I am willing to help with chores, schoolwork, or whatever you need!
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Pamela V.

Plainfield, IL

from
$15/hr
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
My experience with caring for children comes from my family, I am the chosen babysitter for my relatives. I love taking care of others. I am also very patient
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Erica P.

Erica

Plainfield, IL

from
$24/hr
8 years experience
Hello! My name is Erica, and I have a deep passion for caring for children. With extensive experience in babysitting and nannying, I am committed to providing nurturing and engaging care for your little ones. During my college years, I worked as the aftercare coordinator at a Montessori school, where I was successful in creating...
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  • 63 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.11/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.5

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Plainfield, IL

Babysitters in Plainfield, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 63 listed babysitters

Gina K.

Best child care provider ever! I can't say enough about Gina. You just become family in her household and your child is as protected and...

- Chauna P.

Megan C.

Megan was great; very accommodating to my rushed schedule and took her time in letting my child warm up to her. Would definitely hire her...

- Pauline B.

Taylor H.

Taylor is amazing! My daughter absolutely loved her and didn't want her to leave. She was early, polite, great with my daughter. I will...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Plainfield, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Plainfield, 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 63 babysitters in Plainfield, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Plainfield, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.11 per hour as of November 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 Plainfield, 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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