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Valerie R.

Spring Grove, IL

4.8(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
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...

Alyce L. says "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...

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Jessica K.

Part Time Babysitter

Spring Grove, IL

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello my name is Jessica and I am 29 years old. I have 2 kids a 5-year-old and a 17-month-old. I'm looking for a babysitting job to help other moms around the area! I was working from home but decided it's easier to be home with the kids. Unfortunately I understand that doesn't workout all the time, so that's why I'm here to...
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Hayley S.

Hi There, I'm Hayley!

Spring Grove, IL

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$22/hr
6 years experience
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...
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Caleigh A.

CPR Certified, Love Kids And Animals! Very Active And Out Of School For The Summer !!!!

Spring Grove, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
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
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Alana B.

Spring Grove, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I am a patient, positive, and playful nanny with over three years of experience caring for children. I lived with the family I worked for, providing full-time support to three kids who were 6, 9, and 12 years old when I started. My responsibilities included school drop-off and pick-up, preparing school lunches, organizing...
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Karen S.

Child Care

Trevor, WI

4.2(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a Mom of 3 children. I would love to provide safe, caring and fun child care for you. Whether it be occasional or on a continual schedule. I have a "quirky" fun-loving personality, yet I am serious when it comes to safety and behavior. Of course, I would implement whatever type of correction or direction that you instruct...

Care Member says "Karen watched my 6 month old daughter and she was very helpful. She took her out for a walk in the stroller and she was very friendly and easy to talk...

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Lisa S.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Lake Villa, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have two children of my own who are now 27and 25 and raising them brought such joy to my life. My son was always very rambunctious and keeping up with he and my daughter kept me very busy, which I really enjoyed! Being a stay-at-home mom was just a gratifying experience that taught me so much about life and kids, and as they...

Lexi K. says "I had to find a babysitter last minute for my 9 month old. Lisa responded right away, and offered for us to interview her as well. Being a first time mom,...

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Adriana S.

Experienced Babysitter

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I am extremely experienced when it comes to babysitting children that range from newborns to teenagers. When I babysit, I try to get to know the children so I can learn about their interests so we can do activities together! Some of the activities that I do with the kids that I have babysat include going for walks, playing...

Care Member says "Adriana is a wonderful baby sitter. She is very caring, kind, attentive to our children. She gained the trust of our 3 kiddos pretty quickly with her...

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Carina D.

Part Time Come And Go Caregiver

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I do babysitting for more than 10 years now. I take care children with the ages 4months -7years old. I do care giving too for elderly.

Care Member says "She is attentive, patient, friendly, and excellent with children. My son warmed up to her immediately."

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Martha P.

Fun , Energetic And Love To Read. Specially To Little Ones.

Antioch, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
Hello! I am a a nanny with 15 years of experience and a chef. I specialize in healthy meals for the kids. I am extremely organized and flexible to the family's needs. Love pets!! I will include your four legged family member in my adventures with the children. My favorite thing to do is to read to the children. I know how...

Care Member says "We’ve been incredibly fortunate to have Martha as our nanny! She’s consistently punctual and reliable which is so important to us with two young kids....

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Melvie M.

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
been doing caregiver for over 12 years, I am efficient, honest and God fearing individual. I love to take care of people and been recommended to many seniors and children.

Care Member says "Melvie is an exceptional caregiver. She is warm and attentive to my 99 year old mother taking care of basic needs and also keeping her engaged...

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Deanne D.

Infant/Preschool Care Provider Available Now!

Genoa City, WI

4.8(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a child care provider and mom to 2 adult sons. I specialize in newborn thru preschooler care. I have held an in-home child care out of my home, as well as caring for children in their own homes for over 25 years. I love to be around young children and meeting their needs. Seeing a child smile and feel comfortable in my care...

Elissa And Toby V. says "Deanne seemed like a very nice person. We hired her to be our son's nanny. I felt she met his basic needs, but she seemed very distant. When I...

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Kailey L.

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Antioch, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Kailey and I'm an EMT at Superior as well as on a local Fire Department. I am currently about to be in Paramedic School (Beginning in August), and work night shifts in the meantime. I have nannied for various families since 2019, with most of my experience amping up during Covid. When covid first hit, I was a...

Kristina M. says "Kailey is absolutely amazing! She watched my kids and cared for them as if they were some of her own! She works around your schedule. My kids absolutely...

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Christina G.

Experienced, Dependable Sitter

Silver Lake, WI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, my name is Christina, and I have 30 years of experience in child care- baby-sitting, working in day care, nannying, teaching preschool, running an in home day care, and raising my two great kids (ages 19 and 16). I love teaching children new skills through play, reading, and age appropriate activities, and am attentive and...

Anne-marie M. says "Christina goes above and beyond to connect with children. She is creative and made many priceless crafts with our children. She is personable,...

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Erica W.

Fox Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
I am a stay at home mom looking to care for your child (in my home). Full time and part time openings available & hours can be discussed. I live in the Fox Lake school district, have reasonable rates and references upon request. I am also CPR/First Aid certified. Please contact me with any questions.

Allison S. says "We interviewed quite a few applicants and even though we decided to go a different direction, I'm confident that Erica would have also been a good...

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Hannah B.

Fox Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! My name is Hannah, I am 23 years old and have been working in the childcare field since I was 15! I am CPR and First Aid certified along with having my own reliable transportation. I have worked as an in-home nanny, occasional babysitting, daycare, and at a school for children on the spectrum! I am seeking a full time and...

Jay G. says "Hannah is awesome sitter! My 10 year old LOVES it when we tell him "Hannah's coming tonight"! She's always early and cleans up. "

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Katie M.

Part-Time Caregiver

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
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...

Vanessa A. says "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...

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Valerie S.

Babysitter

Genoa City, WI

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a loving mother of 4 with over 15 years experience in babysitting children from newborn to teen. I love to work with children to help them grow and learn and have fun doing it. I have flexible hours, before & after school, evening care and some weekends available. I offer snacks, breakfast, lunch & dinner. We enjoy Crafts...

Heidi R. says "Valerie has watched over my son for a few years from the age of 6 month until about 3 years old. She was always on time and ready whenever I needed her....

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Stephanie K.

Part-Time /Full-Time Caregiver

Ingleside, IL

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a childcare provider with 25 years of experience, I've had the privilege of nurturing and educating young minds, shaping their early development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences and a deep desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My patient, calm, and friendly nature...

Care Member says "Stephanie was our nanny for 3 years. She cared for our now 5 and 3 year old. She was with us full time. She is caring, fun and willing to do extras such...

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Aleks S.

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! I recently graduated college as a 22-year-old and I am looking for child care positions during my post-grad period. I have cared for multiple families in the past and I am excited to help out more families with childcare needs. I am CPR certified, I have experience with children of various ages (3-16), and most importantly-...

Mercedes B. says "Aleks babysit my 6 year old and she was so amazing with her. My daughter can't stop talking about her and asking for her to come back and watch her...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Spring Grove, IL

Babysitters in Spring Grove, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Valerie R.

Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came...

- Alyce L.

Karen S.

Karen watched my 6 month old daughter and she was very helpful. She took her out for a walk in the stroller and she was very friendly and...

- Care member

Lisa S.

I had to find a babysitter last minute for my 9 month old. Lisa responded right away, and offered for us to interview her as well. Being a...

- Lexi K.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Spring Grove, IL:

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 5 babysitters in Spring Grove, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. 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 Spring Grove, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.00 per hour as of July 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 Spring Grove, 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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