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60 babysitters are listed in Rantoul, IL
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Rantoul, IL
Rachael F.
Champaign, IL
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/Babysitter Looking For Part-Time Opportunities
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Friends! My name is Rachael, and I am a very experienced nanny/babysitter looking for part-time work. I'm originally from Atlanta, GA and moved to the Champaign area for law school. Since graduating with my Juris Doctorate in May 2020, I now work remotely as an analyst for a wealth management firm in Chicago. However, I...
Rachael can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Maggie J. and I am a sophomore at the university of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign studying developmental psychology and Spanish, with a minor in child health and well being. I have been babysitting/nannying for over 5 years now, with experience with children of all ages. I love hanging out with kids and want to...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Maggie is amazing and has been a great caregiver and role model for my girls. She watched them for the past 3 summers. "
Jessica M.
Katelynn B.
Champaign, IL
$16-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Katelynn. I am currently a student at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. I am on the pre-nursing track. I am currently located in the Chicago area. I have one year experience in a hospital setting as a CNA on a Neurological Medical Surgical unit and have assisted clients outside of the hospital...
Katelynn can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Katelynn performance as an elderly caregiver leaves nothing lacking, meeting all required tasks and requested with no oversight needed. She assisted in making fresh home cooked meals, planning activities, medication handling, and providing great companionship....
Jose R.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is River, I recently graduated from Butler University (December, 2022). I majored in Health Sciences and will begin Butler's physician assistant program in May. I am seeking out babysitting and nanny opportunities during my time off before I start PA school. I have a wide range of availability this spring and can be...
River can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"River is simply the best! My children adore her and I always felt like they were safe, secure, and happy while in her care."
Michael C.
Javonna D.
Urbana, IL
$11-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have collectively about 2 years of experience. I'm second year Collegr Student with a major in Psychology, So I can help with all school subjects! I own a car, so I can help with pick up/ drop off and errands! I can also help with Light Housework, Cooking/Meal Preparation and more!
Javonna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Will definitely rehire. Showed up on time, was very nice. A little quiet but my 2 sons (2 & 8 months) opened up to her quickly. Brought my boys a couple of hot wheels (toy cars) that were still In the package. Very thoughtful young women. Would recommend to anyone...
Mariah B.
5.0
(1)
I'm Sydney! I am a college student at the University of Illinois studying Animal Sciences with a minor in Wildlife Conservation and a minor in Spanish. I am compassionate, friendly, responsible, and will be a perfect match to care for your children! I have a deep passion to care for both animals and children. I have experience...
Sydney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding
5.0
"Sydney is a competent and trusted caregiver for both children and pets. She takes her work seriously but is also able to have a bit of fun."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have a passion for working with children and am currently looking for some families to provide childcare for. I have 8 years of professional experience in this field, working in a few daycares and Crisis Nursery. I have been a full-time nanny for the past 3 years.
My services would be in your home, and I love planning...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ashley is a fantastic sitter! She cared for our boys part-time (~12-18 hours a week) at our house for almost a year while we were waiting for the COVID-19 vaccine to become available for kids under 5. Our rambunctious older son was roughly 2.5 when she started, and...
Danielle R.
Teanna C.
Champaign, IL
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up, I have always deeply loved animals. I took care of my family's two cats until the age of 14. After they passed, we adopted two tiny dogs, Dolly and Luna. When I'm home, I often spend my time taking care of them. I also have had years of experience taking care of family and friends' dogs and cats. I currently sit a...
Teanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"So thankful for Teanna!!! We went on a week-long vacation and needed someone to care for our 3 dogs and 2 cats while we were away. The animals loved her and she went above and beyond what we asked of her to make sure that our pets were well cared for. Will...
Cassidy H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Zainab and I am a graduate student studying public health and nursing! I love working with children and have over 12 years of childcare experience with children of all ages. I'm located in Champaign, IL and am CPR + First Aid trained, can provide my own transportation and help with housework, homework, meal...
Zainab can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Zainab has been watching our infant son for several months and is hands-down the best nanny we could've asked for! She's incredibly attentive, patient, energetic, and fun. Her enthusiasm is infectious, and our son is always giggling and screeching with delight when...
Indrani S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I'm Dee! I'm 35, from Chicago and have over 6, 000 hours of paid, professional experience as a childcare worker. Before transitioning to infant and maternal work, I worked as a healthcare professional (Certified Nursing Assistant) for 10 years, from 2008 to 2018 in various settings. The following certifications have been...
Debrinah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She has cared for our daughter for 6 months . She is patient, kind, very responsible, trustworthy, timely, safe and genuine person. We have been so blessed to have her nanny."
Kimberly O.
5.0
(1)
I love being outside and doing crafts. I am a happy, outgoing, fun-loving person. I worked with the Crystal Lake Park District summer camp for two summers. I worked with 4-9 children at a time throughout the summer. The children were from the ages of 6-8.
Katie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie is phenomenal! She is professional, kind, attentive, knowledgeable, safety-conscious…everything you would want in someone caring for your child/children. She watched our two young children on a regular basis and we are so lucky we had her before she moved on...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I started working with children during high school when I volunteered with children with special needs. I then went on to work in the Christ Church of Oak Brook Daycare as well as nannying for a wonderful family for a year, as well as short-term babysitting for multiple families. Over these 5 years working with kids ages 3...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I interviewed Abby along with many other applicants and she definitely stood out in our selection process. She was extremely responsive with messages, on time for the interview, and answered my questions professionally. She was sweet, caring, and interacted great...
Katelyn S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
Experience below:
Nanny- (07/2020-01/2021)
Babysitting (5+ years)
Daycare- (01/2021-07/2022)
AMC Theatres (1. 5 years)
My name is Carli and I am a junior at UIUC! I am majoring in Elementary Education! I have experience with children aged 1-13 and have a deep understanding of Early Childhood! I would love to help you...
Carli can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Carli is an amazing human being. She worked very well with our family. She is the right mix of fun and seriousness and seamlessly managed my three kids, helping them with homework and any other task assigned. My children and I both loved having her here and she...
Miriah R.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I am 23 years old living in Urbana. I have a Bachelors degree in Special Education Deaf and Hard of Hearing. I have worked in childcare and education since 2015, including being a nanny, summer camp counselor, after school counselor, and teacher for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. I am looking for a part time position, and...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Chloe was great and sweet. The kids loved hanging with her. She was also able to handle our two crazy Labradors."
John M.
5.0
(1)
I have many years of experience and training working with children who have had various special needs, as well as other emotional and behavioral issues. I spent many years as a mentor and respite care provider for children who may have been abused, neglected, or going through other emotional needs and struggles.
5.0
"My children were in a program Matt worked at. He is amazing with the kids and my kids love him. Can't wait to hire him personally as I can't leave my son with just any babysitter."
Amy W.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Kiersten, & yet most children prefer to call me Kiki including my niece & nephew's:) I felt led into childcare after volunteering with Big Brother Big Sisters of Champaign, IL. With a bachelor's degree in general studies, an associate degree in psychology, First Aid, CNA, & CPR certifications, I have fallen in...
Kiersten can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Kiersten is an incredible childcare professional. She has extensive experience with kids and was a reliable, active and engaged nanny for us for almost two years. She is creative and willing to learn new things and very open and accepting. She was wonderful to work...
Care member
Bozena B.
Champaign, IL
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available In The Evenings And On Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Bozena. I am currently a Masters student at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign, where I am studying Bioengineering. I am looking for part time work Monday and Wednesday mornings, evenings, and on weekends. I love to play sports and I love being active! I come from a big family with many children,...
Bozena can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"While Bozena has not watched my girls before, I know her well as a student in my department at UIUC. I would absolutely have her watch my two girls if she were in the area again! She's punctual, kind, mature, and energetic!"
Maddie D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children ages pre-k through high school as a teacher, a tutor, and have also acted as Director of Education for school ages K-12 at a professional tutoring center. I am patient, active and sports oriented, and full of energy and joy. I have worked with students with focus issues, and students who have special...
Brittney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Brittney has been an absolute joy to have watching our boys! They love spending time with her! She is punctual and dependable. She does a lot of fun things with them. She also does some light housekeeping which is so very helpful to me. Hoping it will work out...
Lisa C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved animals, and I grew up with a variety of different pets including dogs, cats, small mammals, frogs, and lizards. I volunteer at the Humane Society in my free time. I would love to come watch your pet in your own home when you're away, or just come care for it when you have a busy schedule.
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"We were in a bind with last minute travel for my husband, and Ashley was available to stop by the house to let our dog out twice as neither of us could be in town for the day due to work! She checked in with us, updated us, was professional, and really helped us...
Jenny K.
Sophie H.
Champaign, IL
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Sophie!
I'm currently a student at the University of Illinois and I'm studying early childhood education. I am 22 and have my associates of arts degree. While I was attending community college I had the opportunity to be the head infant teacher at my local daycare. I primarily worked with children ranging from 6 weeks...
Sophie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sophie is very trustworthy! She is always so kind to my family, and always has a smile on her face. She took time to get to know my kids, and she always leaves my house spotless! Don't pass her up! I would definitely re-hire her in a heartbeat."
Brandi A.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Rantoul, IL
Margaret J.
5.0
Maggie is amazing and has been a great caregiver and role model for my girls. She watched them for the past 3 summers.
- Jessica M.
Katelynn B.
5.0
Katelynn performance as an elderly caregiver leaves nothing lacking, meeting all required tasks and requested with no oversight needed. She assisted in making fresh home cooked meals, planning activities, medication handling, and providing great companionship. Proving she is a skilled caregiver by...
- Jose R.
River J.
5.0
River is simply the best! My children adore her and I always felt like they were safe, secure, and happy while in her care.
- Michael C.
Javonna D.
5.0
Will definitely rehire. Showed up on time, was very nice. A little quiet but my 2 sons (2 & 8 months) opened up to her quickly. Brought my boys a couple of hot wheels (toy cars) that were still In the package. Very thoughtful young women. Would recommend to anyone looking for a reliable babysitter.
- Mariah B.
Sydney R.
5.0
Sydney is a competent and trusted caregiver for both children and pets. She takes her work seriously but is also able to have a bit of fun.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Rantoul, IL:
How can I find a Rantoul babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Rantoul, 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 14 babysitters in Rantoul, 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 Rantoul, IL?
The average rate for Rantoul, IL babysitters on Care.com is $14.86 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 Rantoul, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Rantoul, 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.