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Brittany R.

About Me

Mattoon, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, I am an elementary special education teacher with eight years of experience and education, including four years in early childhood care for infants- preschool aged children. I find joy and working with children because of their pure and humorous nature. My passion lies in assisting parents to provide the best for their...

Care Member says "Brittany is so sweet! I highly recommend her!"

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Amelia R.'s Photo

Mattoon, IL

from
$15/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hi! My name is Amelia, and I am 26 years old! I have never been paid to be a nanny but I do have experience with babysitting children. I have babysat and I also used to help in the nursery at a local church. I frequently spend time and play with my young nephews(ages 5, 3, 7mo) and love every minute.
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Carrigan H.'s Photo

Mattoon, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
Hi I'm Carrigan, I have many years of experience babysitting and have always loved working with children. I'm currently a nursing student with plans to become a NICU nurse after graduation. I bring both love and responsibility to every childcare role, and I'm excited to support families while gaining even more experience with...
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Brianna K.'s Photo

Mattoon, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
Hello! I currently do in home daycare and am wanting to make the switch to becoming a nanny. I have a lot of experience with babysitting as well as some early childhood education college courses and early childhood development courses. I love to make memories and go on "adventures" with the kids such as going to the park, pool,...
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Adrianna H.'s Photo

Mattoon, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
I'm an aspiring childcare provider with a burning desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young children. I am a creative and imaginative individual who loves to engage children in fun and educational activities. I strive to develop a friendly and approachable demeanor that puts children at ease and makes them feel...
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Paige H.'s Photo

Nanny / Teacher

Mattoon, IL

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$16/hr
4 years experience
I am Paige, I am 19 years old, I've been working in the child care industry since I was 14 years old. I have a super open availability! I am looking to nanny for one family full time! Look below at my availability if you'd like to chat about my experience let me know!
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Chloe S.'s Photo

Mattoon, IL

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$35/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as fun curious and caring I like working with kids because you can teach them and also learn at the same time I'm looking for a job that gives me a chance to connect with kiddos who share my passion for ASL or are deaf/hard of hearing I started working with kids when I was quite young, being a...
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Mercedez A.'s Photo

Mattoon, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, My name is Mercedez and I am looking to find a family to babysit during the week/afterschool.
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Baby Whisperer

Mattoon, IL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am currently working in an Infant classroom that has 8 babies on a day to day basis! I know how to change diapers and feed bottles as well as make sure that your baby is getting the best care while you are away at work.
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Blair C.'s Photo

Mattoon, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Knowing that families need dependable childcare is what inspires me. I strive to be a patient and friendly caregiver. I have one year of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, and I'm comfortable with up to four children. I follow parents' lead when it comes to household rules and preferred communication methods. I...
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Fun Sitter

Mattoon, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have 4 years of experience working in group homes providing basic care and housekeeping. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Cooking/Meal Preparation, carpooling, crafts, homework, & keeping the kiddos entertained! I have senior & special needs care experience as well
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Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I like working with kids because I love watching their personalities grow and flourish. I love to see milestones and the child thrive through their everyday life! I'm looking for a job that lets me work hand on with children that also works with my scheduling in having a child on my own. I started working with kids when I...
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Miaya B.'s Photo

Mattoon, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've been a childcare provider for the past four years, and I'm passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children. I've worked with children of various ages, from infants to teenagers, and I'm experienced in providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for them. I'm patient, calm, and highly...
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Child care centers in Mattoon, IL

ERBA Mattoon Head Start

100 Moultrie Ave Mattoon, IL

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
The ERBA Mattoon Head Start Center in Mattoon, Illinois offers child care and preschool education to children from low-income families, from six weeks old up to five years old. Head Start prepares the children for further education by providing activities that encourage the children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical...
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Building Blocks Play & Learning

3601 1/2 Marshall Ave Mattoon, IL

Building Blocks Play & Learning provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Mattoon, Illinois, for kids from six weeks to six years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start...
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NICOLE SIMPSON

3316 Marion Ave Mattoon, IL

Child care
Established in 1995, Nicole Simpson provides a nurturing environment that provides love, learning, and success. Located in Mattoon, Illinois, they offer childcare programs.
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Little Blessings

1620 Westgate Ln Mattoon, IL

Preschool
Child care
Little Blessings is a non-profit and state-licensed preschool and kindergarten that offers its services on a full-time and year-round basis. The facility is located in Mattoon, Illinois, and it operates from 7:00 in the morning up to 6:00 in the evening. Their programs utilize monthly and seasonal themes to teach children...
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Busy Kids Day Care Home

1305 S 2nd St Mattoon, IL

In-Home daycare
Child care
Busy Kids Day Care Home located in 1305 S 2nd St Mattoon Illinois is a home-based childcare and education provider that offers a nurturing environment to children under its care. It caters to toddlers, pre-kindergartens and school age children. It has a capacity of 12 children at the maximum.
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Little School House

616 Broadway Ave Mattoon, IL

Child care
The Little School House in Mattoon, Illinois provides early learning and care services to children ages fifteen months to seven years old. The school provides children with a developmentally appropriate curriculum in an environment that is safe, supportive, and nurturing. The Little School House offers opportunities for learning...
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  • 19 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.69/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 5.0

FAQs for finding child care near you in Mattoon, IL

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $16.69 per hour as of July 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.

Care.com currently has 13 child care providers near you in Mattoon, IL. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Mattoon, IL and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Mattoon, IL that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.

You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Mattoon, IL, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Mattoon, IL and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.

Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.

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