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60 babysitters are listed in Spring Grove, IL
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Spring Grove, IL
5.0
(12)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
pet care
Debbie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Debbie took care of 2 cats including feeding and daily play. She was responsible to administer insulin to our elderly cat. Upon return from our trip, the cats were relaxed and happy. I know she gave them great care and daily companionship!!"
Sandra F.
5.0
(1)
CPR certified. Several years of experience. I do currently work with an agency. Extremely efficient, clean, kind and outgoing. Medical background and assertive if needed.
Gregoria can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"We left our kid at Gregorias beautiful home, couple of times. Gregoria is a wonderful, caring person. Our little guy enjoys his time. Would highly recommend "
Care member
Valerie R.
Spring Grove, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom of 2 grown sons and a young, energetic grandmother of 7, ranging from 2 years to 15 years old. I have many years of experience caring for babies, toddlers, and adolescents. I have experience tutoring 6, 7, and 8th graders with IEP's. I also have extensive skills required for special needs and can perform various...
Valerie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"My fiancee and I were going out of the country for vacation on a cruise. My fiancee has 2 kids still in school so we felt the need to have someone dependable be here in the evenings to keep an eye on the kids and make sure they got to school, etc. We also have 4...
Jason O.
Hi! My name is Claire, I have 3 paid years of experience in childcare for a child who was 1. 5 years old when I started and is now almost 5! I am CPR certified too! As well, I have 2 nieces & 1 nephew who are ages: 6, 4, and 2. I spend lots of time with them & have babysat them multiple times. On top of that, I have spent the...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Lydia W.
Spring Grove, IL
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Lydia and I have been in the childcare field for 15+ years. I have worked as a daycare teacher, summer camp coordinator, babysitter and nanny. I have experience with twins, newborns and school aged kids. As a nanny/ sitter, I love to get kids outside to explore and have fun! But if the weather isn't nice, I can...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Makenzie S.
Spring Grove, IL
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi my name is Makenzie! I consider myself a very fun loving, outgoing, reliable, and caring person. I've had on and off experience for the last 7 years due to babysitting my younger cousins and younger sister. In my free time I really enjoy painting, reading, and cleaning. I am looking for a family I can work with while on...
Makenzie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hi there! If I could describe my personality in 3 words I would say I am compassionate, upbeat and creative!
I love working with children because I truly believe they are natural healers for the heart. Each child is unique and I love watching their personalities blossom under my care.
I began working with kids back in high...
I wanted to get on here and offer my services to anyone!
A little bit about me!
- I'm 22
- I'm temporarily back in Illinois from Japan due to my pregnancy
-I'm CPR and First Aid Certified
- I'm experienced with children of all ages
- I have my own transition
My experience
- I worked at a gym as a cheer coach and pre-k...
Caleigh A.
Spring Grove, IL
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
CPR Certified, Love Kids And Animals! Very Active And Out Of School For The Summer !!!!
I'd describe my personality as very outgoing and bubbly
Last summer I worked at Camp Duncan as a camp counselor and was able to get life gaurd trained and CPR certified
In my spare time, I like to read! I also hang out with family and friends as well as going to school. i'm planning to major in elementary edu
Caleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Very open hours, detailed, honest, and great with kids and babies of all ages.
Gregoria can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens & more
CPR certified. Several years of experience. I do currently work with an agency. Extremely efficient, clean, kind and outgoing. Medical background and assertive if needed.
Gregoria can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am a mom of three awesome children. We love to play, cook, read, and build together. I taught in the public schools for several years before I had children. We are new to the area and I'd love to earn some extra income by watching one or two kiddos. I am super dependable, organized, and love to play and make nutritious snacks...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
I have specific experience in tutoring elementary school students in foundational phonics, reading fluency, vocabulary, and grammar skills using hands-on and engaging activities. I also have specific experience in teaching foundational math concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using a variety of...
4.9
(15)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hi-I'm Amy! I have 22 years of experience; I fell in love for babysitting at a young age. I began caring for family, friends, neighbors and through referrals. I have extensive experience from newborn to 16 years old, caring for multiples (twins, triplets) and special needs care.
In high school, I worked as a childcare supervisor...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Happy to say we found an amazing person to help our family. Amy is a completely amazing person. My daughter, who normally hides from people, couldn't wait to play with Amy. Amy has that something special that kids gravitate to, even the shy ones. Thank you so much...
Elle B.
Kylie W.
McHenry, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kylie. I'm 21 years old and have been working with kids for almost four years! I've been babysitting for three years. I've worked with infants and children up to 11 years old. I'm currently in school for my Master's in Special Education and am currently student teaching. I am looking for a summer position as I...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Alex, I am 23 years old, and have my Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Special Education at Loyola University Chicago. I have both work and clinical experiences with children ranging in age from birth to 13 years of age. I have worked under the supervision of a college professor and classroom teachers in a variety of...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alex is wonderful with children. She is remarkably gifted with babies, very gentle and loving and comfortable with them. She is very responsible and my girls always have a wonderful time with her!!!"
Elizabeth M.
Karen R.
McHenry, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Honest, Personable, Responsible, Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver /Nanny For Six Families
4.6
(21)
Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...
Karen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Karen has been absolutely wonderful! She watched our 6 month old as I was returning back to work after maternity leave. A spot opened up at daycare a lot sooner than expected, which is the only reason we aren't having her watch our son any longer. While at our...
Elizabeth R.
Magdaelena P.
Round Lake, IL
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi- Im Magda. I started babysitting when I was 14. I have taken care of children between newborn-7 years old. I have worked as a Nanny for multiple families. I am also CPR/first-aid certified. I like reading, playing outside when possible, and doing arts/crafts. I love helping children learn and grow! I am fluent in both English...
Magdaelena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Magda is always on time if not early. She was great with our son and he always got excited to see her. She is very interactive and tracks all activities throughout the day. Would definitely recommend her!"
Sylvia N.
Denise N.
Ingleside, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter Available For Last- Minute And Full-Time Care.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years of experience with newborns through teenagers. I'm patient, calm and committed to safety. I'm a non-smoker and comfortable with any pets in the home. My background check is available for you to see.
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Denise was wonderful with my children. Always doing something new and fun."
Stacy L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am currently a 5th Grade teacher.. I have worked as a babysitter for 10 years. I have watched children that age from 1-13. I worked at the daycare at my high school for two years, ages 3-6, and even more! I love the positive environment around kids and am very patient and flexible. I am athletic, but also enjoy crafts and...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katie is very caring, responsible and understanding. Definitely recommend her. When she was unable to make it in because of an illness, she would provide a backup. That was very appreciated!"
Vanessa A.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Spring Grove, IL
Debbie S.
5.0
Debbie was very professional and did a great job of keeping in contact with me so I knew all was well with my cats. Plus, my very people shy cats actually liked her!
- Michelle M.
Gregoria L.
5.0
We left our kid at Gregorias beautiful home, couple of times. Gregoria is a wonderful, caring person. Our little guy enjoys his time. Would highly recommend
- Care member
Valerie R.
5.0
Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came through 100% and the kids love her. She stepped in and took grandma's place without skipping a beat. We are very lucky to have her in our lives.
- Alyce L.
Amy G.
5.0
Amy has been a wonderful source of loving, reliable childcare when needed throughout the past few years. Would gladly recommend!
- Ashley C.
Alexandra A.
5.0
Alex is wonderful with children. She is remarkably gifted with babies, very gentle and loving and comfortable with them. She is very responsible and my girls always have a wonderful time with her!!!
- Elizabeth M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Spring Grove, IL:
How can I find a Spring Grove babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Spring Grove, 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 13 babysitters in Spring Grove, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Spring Grove, IL?
The average rate for Spring Grove, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.38 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 Spring Grove, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Spring Grove, 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.
Ratings for Spring Grove, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Spring Grove, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.