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Alexis W.


Loves Park, IL

$13-17/hr4 yrs exp

Hello , My name is Alexis. I live in Mendota, IL and I'm 26! Since I was 10 years old I've babysat my little cousins and nephews who range from 2-11 years old so I've had many experiences from making fun games and crafts to when a little one gets sick. I've always have been chosen to babysit because I take on a tremendous...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I have hired many people of the years. I first hired Alexis as teen and then several years later as an adult. Because she was a stand out teen, I recruited her as an adult. She is only one of two people that I have recruited after several years. Alexis was...

Amy H.

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Kelleen R.


Rockford, IL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Grandma

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

While raising my three daughters in the Chicago area, I ran an unlicensed daycare. I raised our neighborhood. I have since been blessed with three grandchildren who range in age of 2-6 years old. In June I stayed with them for 10 days while my daughter and her husband traveled to Spain. We had a blast! I will be returning in...
Kelleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kelly is absolutely amazing, she is truly a blessing! I've never left my children with anyone other than family and foud myslef in need of a babysitter at a time my family could not help and Kelly was the first person I reached out to and God just knew she was...

Brittini L.

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Laura M.


Machesney Park, IL

$13/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Laura. I love working with young children, I have worked in Early Education for most of my life. I am a kind and patient person. I am confident that I would provide your child with a safe and fun environment. My playroom and backyard are ready for your child to enjoy and blossom as they grow! I am here to make...
5.0
"My boys love going to Laura’s! They always have a blast playing at her house. I trust her with my boys more than anyone that has watched them. She always has fun crafts and activities for them. "

Care member

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Kristen Y.


Rockford, IL

$13/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm an ambitious person who is also very passionate. I work with two kids in the afternoon and I am a house/pet sitter. I'm also currently going to college to become an elementary teacher. I love pets, arts and crafts, and reading. I can work late nights and on the weekends.
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Kristen has been a huge help in providing transportation for our daughter! Our daughter enjoys their time together and speaks highly of her. Sounds like there is a lot of singing going on. "

Rebecca N.

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Chanel H.


South Beloit, IL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

I Speak Light And Positive Energy Into Your Children Allowing Them To Adapt, Grow And Play!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Chanel! I recently just graduated from Rock Valley Community College with my associates degree. Where I majored in psychology and child development, which helps me quite a deal when handling others kids! I'm 23 with my own car, valid dl and insurance! I am FIRST AID and CPR certified! No issues with pets or...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"You can tell this young lady loves kids, I hired her back in 2021 and my boys loved having her around. She was with us for about a year and a half and was always on time and reliable. Im writing this review in hopes that she can stop dealing with discrimination...

Kirsty M.

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Summer L.


South Beloit, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Teacher And Nanny With Degree In Elementary Ed And Early Childhood

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I have a real heart for children & love watching them learn & grow! I have a passion for reading and sparking a love for learning in the children I care for. I have cared for families on care. com for the past 10 years for multiple children of various ages and abilities. I have a wide range of experience from the gentle care of...
Summer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I am so grateful to have had Summer care for our baby these last years. One top skill Summer demonstrates is how she listens and observes us as parents, catering to our style and expectations. She is a great communicator. She has excellent judgment and highly...

Lil B.

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Kennedy M.


South Beloit, IL

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available

I have watched many children over the years from 2 months old to 8 years old! I love helping families out by providing my service while being able to have fun with their kids!
Kennedy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Hi! I am 22-year-old college student studying Physical Therapy. I currently work as a tutor at my university. I have spent 4 summers working a day l lifeguard and diving coach in which I got a lot of experience working with children. I also spent a summer working as a nanny for two families and many years babysitting for family...
Trinity can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kiersten T.


Rockford, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly & Very Experienced Child-Babysitter

I've cared for multiple children on my own since a young age. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Teacher and director qualified. Do not have a daycare license, but am familiar with multiples and large quantities of children. I have many years of experience working with children. Often, I try to...
Kiersten can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Olivia M.


Loves Park, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter

I am currently a college student and attend Illinois State University. I have been watching kids and babysitting since I was 16. I am now almost 21. I am really just looking for occasional date night sitting! I have a busy schedule during the week, but am free on the weekends!
I've been taking care of kids for as long as I can remember. I'm the oldest girl out of 5 kids, and the also the oldest girl of 17 first cousins so I was always asked to babysit. I'm young but I've spent my entire life working with kids and it's something I love to do. In my spare time, I like to crochet, watch grey's anatomy,...
Shaylee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Yasmin M.


Rockford, IL

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Hello

I'm a substitute teacher in the area looking to offer a helping hand. I've been working with school-aged youth for the past 5 years. I've been a camp counselor, after-school care instructor, babysitter, and teacher's aide.
Yasmin can also help with: Light cleaning
I have been babysitting for most of my teenage years and have fallen in love with kids. I just graduated from high school and I am on my way to pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education. I love to adventure outside, create fun crafts, and help with homework.
Ariana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

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Kadryana K.


Rockford, IL

$13-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hello My name is Kadryana, I'm 18years old, I graduated From Guildford high school a year early in 2022 As of right now (2023) I'm currently enrolled in Rock Valley College for My Nusing Degree. I currently work 3rd shift as an certified nursing assistant. I'm looking for a part-time job as a nanny/babysitter. I have 4+years...
Kadryana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Nana B.


Rockford, IL

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care For Seniors And Children

I have been looking after children from since about age 10. I took care of my brother and then 2 sets of nephews and nieces. I worked as a pharmacy technician in hospitals where most of the floors I covered were mothers and children floors. I have also worked in my church nurseries for several years. Most recently, I worked in...
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Brenda S.


Machesney Park, IL

$19-30/hr10 yrs exp

Miss Brenda

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Brenda, I have been a nanny for 16 years, but started babysitting at the age of 14, I worked as an elementary school noon-aide for 2 years, a preschool teacher for 2 years, taught an after school program Mad Science to elementary school-aged kids, ran a creative learning program for toddlers , and worked mom and...
Brenda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Autumn G.


South Beloit, IL

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

A Loving, Experienced Nanny!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Autumn. I am CPR and First Aid Certified, with a degree in Psychology and Social Work. I have 9 years of nanny experience, 4 years of daycare experience, and a lifetime of caring for children from infant to elementary. I have many other early childhood development certifications. I am creative, adventurous,...
Autumn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Angelina V.


Loves Park, IL

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hello There!

Hello families! My name is Angelina and I am a nanny local to the Rockford, IL area. I've worked in both childcare and education over the past eight years and have extensive experience providing both services to our community. I'm a recent graduate from Rockford University with a completed BS in early childhood education...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Izzy S.


Loves Park, IL

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Hey! My experience with pets is growing up and taking care of our family's dog and now having a cat of my own! I typically help let out our neighbors dog here and there and have also had a family friend fly me out to California to watch there dog for 2 weeks! My schedule is very flexible right now. I'm a very reliable, easy...
Izzy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Emily C.


Poplar Grove, IL

$5-50/hr6 yrs exp

Occasional/Part-time/Overnight Pet Sitter

I have house sat/dog sat for many families for many years. I have watched dogs (big and small), cats, fish, birds, reptiles, hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, etc. I think I have probably covered the board in animals I have watched. But the most being dogs, cats, and fish. I have a dog as well and grew up with cats! I have done...
Emily can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, grooming, administration of medicine & more

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Roscoe, IL

Alexis W.

5.0

I have hired many people of the years. I first hired Alexis as teen and then several years later as an adult. Because she was a stand out teen, I recruited her as an adult. She is only one of two people that I have recruited after several years. Alexis was fantastic. She supervised teens aged 14 &...

- Amy H.

Kelleen R.

5.0

Ms. Kelly has been a huge help to me in finding childcare to help support my needs post C-Section. Having a second baby with no local support was overwhelming and she was kind enough to fit in time between her other full time family. This has been huge in proactively combating jealousy between the...

- Danielle S.

Laura M.

5.0

My boys love going to Laura’s! They always have a blast playing at her house. I trust her with my boys more than anyone that has watched them. She always has fun crafts and activities for them.

- Care member

Kristen Y.

5.0

Kristen has been a huge help in providing transportation for our daughter! Our daughter enjoys their time together and speaks highly of her. Sounds like there is a lot of singing going on.

- Rebecca N.

Chanel H.

5.0

You can tell this young lady loves kids, I hired her back in 2021 and my boys loved having her around. She was with us for about a year and a half and was always on time and reliable. Im writing this review in hopes that she can stop dealing with discrimination against her just because of the color...

- Kirsty M.

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