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Gina K.

Full Time Babysitter

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Gina! I am very blessed to have 4 children myself, all who are self-sufficient now. I have the opportunity to continue to care for children/babies in my home. I love to take trips to child friendly places like the zoo, library, summer movie club, nature walks, parks, etc. Any chance I can get being outside...

Chauna P. says "Best child care provider ever! I can't say enough about Gina. You just become family in her household and your child is as protected and cared for as if...

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Speech Language Pathologist Student- Nanny/Babysitter

Plainfield, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Bradi and I am a graduate student at University studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to take a babysitting certification class through the park district at the age of 12. I have babysat for countless families...
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Day Maker

Plainfield, IL

4.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Jason, a 23-year-old college student with over six years of experience working with kids through tutoring, babysitting, swim instruction, and youth sports coaching. I've spent the last three years babysitting children ages 4 and up, including in homes with up to three children. I'm CPR certified, have my own car, and a...

Freya H. says "Other we did not hire Jason we would consider him for future."

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Extremely Organized And Reliable. Loving And Consistent. Dependable And Fun.

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I am extremely reliable and dependable. I can manage a household of many schedules, care for children and pets, and keep a clean and organized home. I offer many references who can verify my reliability, attention to detail, and efficient use of time while providing a loving and fun atmosphere with special outings for children....

Michael L. says "Kristen is an excellent sitter. Professional, education background and works well with my daughter who has behavior focused challenges. Highly...

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Experienced In Daycare, School, Home And Clinical Settings

Plainfield, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I retired early from School City of Hammond. I owned my own home daycare and I'm currently working as a behavioral technician. I love seeing growth in all my children.
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Fun Stay At Home Mom Who Loves Taking Care Of Babies Or Kids

Plainfield, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Laundry if needed be. I'll be accepting drop off babysitting as I have a child to take care of myself.
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Retired RN With First Aid And CPR Certification

Plainfield, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I currently nanny for a family of 3. During the school year it is mainly after school part time There are mornings that I would be available but not most afternoons.. This past school year was the final year that I worked for a set of twins and little sister. I was with them for 13 years. All are now in middle school and do not...
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Friendly And Creative Nanny

Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
After becoming a mom, I realized how much I truly enjoy children - watching them grow and helping them learn. So, after the birth of my third son, I was inspired to complete my degree in Early Childhood Education and Child Development. I would describe myself as friendly and creative. With little ones, I think it is important to...
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Certified Teacher Looking To Help You!

Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hello families! My name is Kayla and I would love to work with you and your kiddos. I am a 7th and 8th grade teacher and have spent the last 6 years working with students. During my summers, I have nannied for wonderful families. In fact, I have been nannying for nearly 10 years! I am comfortable working with kids in all age...
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Nurturing Friend

Plainfield, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping and anything you need done in your home. I worked with children all my life and was a lead infant teacher for 3 years. I also have 3 children of my own! I believe that every caregiver should have patience, love and overall create a fun and safe environment! I'll...
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Nanny Looking For Job!

Plainfield, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
Hi, My name is Sarah and I have 10+ years experience in childcare. My mom ran an in-home daycare for over 16 years. I have three boys of my own who are two, four, and 4 months old. I also have a Zoo and Childrens Museum membership and this summer I am planning on going there and to water parks, splash pads, etc. I also have 3...
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Plainfield, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have worked with kids my entire life, from babysitting cousins to nannying 3 boys as a summer job. I have dealt with all ages from 3 months to 12 years. I work as a CNA at the moment at a nursing home in Oswego, so I have plenty of experience with caregiving. I just want to get back to the joys of childcare because I miss it...
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Plainfield, IL

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I've been babysitting/nannying since I was 12, caring for children from newborns to teens. I've worked long-term with two wonderful families-one for 5 years (starting when their daughter was 3 months old) and another for 3 years (starting when their son was 3 months as well). I'm comfortable caring for multiple children...
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Plainfield, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Karla! I am 21 years old. I am a stay at home mom with a 10-month-old girl! I was hoping to find a family for a couple times a week! I would like to bring my daughter with me. I have 5 years of experience! I used to be a gymnastics coach, nanny, and now proudly a mom! I started to study Early Childhood Education...
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Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
Hi my name is Mariama. I am 27years old. I use to live in New York but I live in Illinois now with my husband. I graduated high school 2016. I have been babysitting and working with children for 9 years. I have babysitting infants as well as toddlers. I used to work at a organization that teaches children ages 2 to 5 how to...
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Child Care

Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello, I am Alexis. I've been a stay at home mom to my 3 children the last 6 years. Prior to that I nannied for 10 years. Watching kids passion for life is truly one of my greatest passions.
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I Could Be Your Perfect Nanny Fit!

Plainfield, IL

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$26/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, neat, and compassionate. I like working with kids because they're impressionable sweet souls, that need compassion and extra that I can provide. In my spare time, I love to read, workout and spend as much time outside as possible. One thing you should know about me is you will never...
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Let Me Give You A Break..

Plainfield, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! I'm Mia, I am 21 years old and I have 5 years of nannying experience. I just got home from serving as a Combat Medic in the U. S Army, so I have my EMT license and I am CPR certified, that being said I feel confident in taking on any bumps or bruises your kiddo might get! I currently do child care for the YMCA, and I...
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Dependable, Organized, Attention To Detail, Personalized Service

Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As a Health Education/Sciences Educator, I have learned to how use my time wisely, stay organized, and ensure attention to detail. As I fully appreciate a job that fits my schedule perfectly, I am extremely reliable and dependable as I want to ensure satisfaction to my employer to maintain a long-term relationship. I offer years...
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Plainfield, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
I live in Plainfield with my husband of 34 years. We have two grown daughters. I recently retired after 18 years as a special education para professional in the pre-school program. Before that, I had a licensed home daycare for 5 years.
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  • 24 in home child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.12/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in home child care is 4.7

Recent in home child care reviews from local parents in Plainfield, IL

In Home Child Care in Plainfield, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 24 listed in home child care

Gina K.

Best child care provider ever! I can't say enough about Gina. You just become family in her household and your child is as protected and...

- Chauna P.

Jason C.

Other we did not hire Jason we would consider him for future.

- Freya H.

Kristen K.

Kristen is an excellent sitter. Professional, education background and works well with my daughter who has behavior focused challenges....

- Michael L.

FAQs for finding in-home child care in Plainfield, IL

Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Plainfield, IL. There are 24 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.

What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of August, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $18.12 for in-home child care providers near you in Plainfield, IL.

You can compare 24 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.

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