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I started out babysitting for family when I was 13. Since then, I have had experience in providing care for children of all ages for short and extended periods of time. I have had some experience in caring for special needs children. I am comfortable with pets. I am a single Christian woman and love children. I have references...
Cassandra can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Alyssa K.
Springfield, IL
$15-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been babysitting since I was 16. I also worked in a preschool working with kids ages 2-12. I have worked with 2 amazing families from Care. Message me with any questions!
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Alyssa is an absolutely lovely, respectful, and genuinely kind person. She's been so wonderful with our 2 year old son. She's engaging, gentle, and constantly playing with him and teaching him. He adores her and so do we. She's fun to have around and brings joy...
Julie K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since 2011. I have a music education degree, 5 years of teaching experience, and a CPR certification to help ensure that your children are not only safe, but also learning and loving!
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We had a great experience hiring Sarah. She was easy to communicate with and responded to messages quickly. Our 4 kiddos loved her and ask for her to come back. We are looking forward to hiring her again!"
Angel W.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Justeina I Love Children. I worked with children 6 weeks to teenagers. I treat kids wonderful while keeping in mind that their education is first . I love to play learning games to enhance skills for school. I like to see kids happy . I can follow food guidelines given by parents . I am very knowledgeable when it comes...
Justeina can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Justeina was on time, she is really sweet and communicated very well. She was available even when it was a short notice and again was on time. My kids enjoyed her and will request her again if needed. Thank you :-)"
Shermaine M.
Kayla J.
Ashland, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm A CNA With A Flexible Schedule And Will Always Treat Your Loved One Like Family.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello and thank you for taking the time to consider me for your needs. I am a 34-year-old with 17 years of CNA experience in many different settings. I work full time doing hospice care, but to earn extra money on the side I am always looking for houses to clean or children to watch and elderly to help care for. If you have any...
Kayla can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I needed an aid for my mom for my wedding. She was super professional and super nice. Punctual and easy to contact."
Lillian S.
Soleil F.
Springfield, IL
$14-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Professionally I have been working in long term care for over 7 years. First as a Dietary Aide for a little over a year then as a Certified Nurses Assistant for 5 years. However my grandmother became disabled when I was only 4 years old so I have been helping take care of her for as long as I could understand how. The...
Soleil can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She was very professional, friendly and seemed like she truly cared about my needs. I would definitely hire Soleil again. Thank you!"
Teresa B.
Kaylee S.
Springfield, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time Or Part Time Caregiver/ 10+ Years Of Experience
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Kaylee I am 28 years old and the oldest of 4. I have been babysitting and taking care of children for as long as I can remember and professionally for 9 years. I am very passionate about childcare and am in school part time to obtain a degree in Early Childhood Education. I have a very flexible schedule and many...
Kaylee can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"The first thing I noticed when Kaylee interacted with our kids was her positive energy. When they have bad behavior, she redirects them in a positive way. She's very patient and has been flexible with our schedule. I appreciate the amount of effort she puts into...
Emily D.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Quentora, I've been cleaning homes for over 20 years. I have Residential Cleaning as well as General Cleaning Experience. I have a Dependable and Honest Staff and we will
preform Quality care for your home and give you the great service you deserve!
Quentora can also help with: Window washing, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, kitchen cleaning & more
Madison K.
Springfield, IL
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison. I have 5+ years of experience working with children. I have been babysitting all ages from new born - Jr high since I was 15. I also worked as a swim teacher at The Y for a little over a year teaching mainly the baby and preschool classes. I would love to help with pick-ups or online school, along with...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Madison was our all-time favorite nanny, we were sad to see her go due to moving. My 10-month-old son was born premature and required a nasal-gastric tube (NG tube). She did not have experience prior, but picked up how to use it instantly. She is a smart, kind, and...
Melissa W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and have worked with children ages newborn-12 years. I have cared for children in educational and church settings and I have been babysitting for over 15 years. My husband and I have two children, a 5-year-old daughter and a 3-year-old son, who accompany me on jobs.
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Hannah is an AMAZING childcare provider. she has been watching our kids while my husband and I took travel nurse contracts in Springfield. My two children absolutely love her and always have fun when she is watching them. They got to go to the park and on nature...
Hollie L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am available almost all week days after 5 and almost all weekends. I have watched children of various ages for the past 12 years. I have been a nanny, a babysitter and a mother's helper. I have experience caring for multiples, as well as children with special needs. I have experience with foster children, so I am familiar with...
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Carolyn is great with our children and very dependable. We have hired her multiple times. "
Angel W.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Quentora, I've been working with Special need Adults and Children every since my high school years. I love and respect the field and deeply appreciate your loved ones. I was a Special Need Teacher at Springfield Urban League Head Start Program, I worked as and Instructor for Special Need Adults at Individual...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in a house hold as the oldest of 10, I have baby sat for my many cousins and siblings since around the age of 12. I teach private vocal lessons in the evenings on Wednesdays and Fridays, for around 3 year. I have worked at a summer camp as a counselor. I also do pet care, I have a cat as well as a dog and love animals...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Showed up on time was a great help to my 4 kids!
She handled all care while we were out of town for our children ages 3-13. Kids love her!"
Pamela S.
Bailey C.
Springfield, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
After high school I went to The Young Americans, which is a non-profit touring performing arts company. With Young Americans I got the chance to work with kids age 4-84 in 22 countries around the world, including in schools, juvenile detention halls, prisons, special needs schools and facilities, with refugees, and taught in...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Bailey is great. My girls who are 8 and 9 absolutely love Bailey. She follows any and all directions. Like where and when the girls have activities. She didn't mind when plans changed and she always stays positive and solves problems easily. And she texts pictures...
Christy F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
You will find me to be well-spoken, energetic, and confident; the type of person your staff, customers, and children can rely on and feel secure with. I have a Bachelor's degree with 18 credit hours of Early Childhood Education. While working as a Teacher/Educator I obtained the skills and knowledge of emerging curriculum to...
Quentora can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Worked well with our rambunctious 4 kids (all 5 and under)! Great babysitter!"
Daniel B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a reliable, patient, fun, and loving nanny, with over 8 years of experience! I absolutely love being a nanny, it's the most rewarding job I've ever had! I love being outdoors, arts and crafts, reading, and hands on learning!
I am comfortable with all ages including children with disabilities. I am also comfortable with...
Alaina can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Alaina has been our family's saving grace. She started with us in January of 13 and has been with us ever since. We truly love her like a member of our own family. Alaina is leaving us to pursue her dream of being an esthetician, but I wanted to complete this...
Jamie W.
Makynzie A.
Springfield, IL
$12-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Makynzie and I am incredibly excited to help you and your family out with childcare and other basic needs! :) I have 6+ years of experience babysitting younger siblings & cousins as well as experience working in a daycare at my church for 5 years in college. There I took care of children from newborns to around...
Makynzie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kynzie was great with our little guy! She was on time and he took a liking to her right away. We highly recommend you hire her, I know we will use her in the future!"
Samantha B.
5.0
(1)
I have 5+ years of experience, first aid trained, CPR certified, certified lifeguard. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping.
Trained and certified paraprofessional.
Alexandrea can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Allie is the absolute BEST!! She is dependable, kind, loving, fun and easy going. She watched our son for most of his young childhood. We loved having Allie help us be apart of (and still is!) raising our son. Allie is AMAZING!! She is also great with pets!! We...
Ashley F.
Brianna J.
Springfield, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver And/or Tutor Available For Evenings And Weekends.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Brianna and I have been babysitting for approximately 20 years. I have taken child development courses and am currently certified in basic life support and advanced cardiac life support. I am an ICU nurse and currently in graduate school for my MSN. I also have a bachelors in biology with a minor in Spanish and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brianna was educated, kind, punctual and honest. She texted me whenever she had a question and took care of transportation, feeding and even when it turned out my child was sick that same night! Handling everything wonderful. Will be using her often. "
Geannette W.
Tyler B.
Springfield, IL
$14-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 28 years old. I come from a huge family. I am the youngest of 6 children and have spent the last 12 years babysitting my 17 nieces and nephews. I am punctual and reliable. I am a very caring and patient nanny. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I love being fun Aunt Tyler and would love a chance to help make your life...
Tyler can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tyler was our nanny from the time my son was 12 weeks until he was 2-years-old. The only reason our work relationship ended was because she moved due to her husband's job. As a new mom at the time, I was so lucky to have Tyler! She would text me photos of my son...
Val G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Pleasant Plains, IL
Alyssa K.
5.0
Alyssa is an absolutely lovely, respectful, and genuinely kind person. She's been so wonderful with our 2 year old son. She's engaging, gentle, and constantly playing with him and teaching him. He adores her and so do we. She's fun to have around and brings joy into the home. She has great...
- Julie K.
Sarah K.
5.0
We had a great experience hiring Sarah. She was easy to communicate with and responded to messages quickly. Our 4 kiddos loved her and ask for her to come back. We are looking forward to hiring her again!
- Angel W.
Justeina B.
5.0
Justeina was on time, she is really sweet and communicated very well. She was available even when it was a short notice and again was on time. My kids enjoyed her and will request her again if needed. Thank you :-)
- Shermaine M.
Kayla J.
5.0
I needed an aid for my mom for my wedding. She was super professional and super nice. Punctual and easy to contact.
- Lillian S.
Soleil F.
5.0
She was very professional, friendly and seemed like she truly cared about my needs. I would definitely hire Soleil again. Thank you!
- Teresa B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Pleasant Plains, IL:
How can I find a Pleasant Plains babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Pleasant Plains, 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 Pleasant Plains, 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 Pleasant Plains, IL?
The average rate for Pleasant Plains, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 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 Pleasant Plains, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Pleasant Plains, 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.