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Jennifer H.

Carbondale, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as safe, personal, encouraging. I like working with kids because they are important, learning-oriented, and fun. I'm looking for a job that is active, enjoyable, and regular. I started working with kids as a babysitter when I was 11yo. In my spare time, I like to hike, garden, and be with my...
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Fun And Responsible Sitter!

Carbondale, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello all! My name is Juno and i'm here to assist you in any way that makes your life just a little bit easier and as worry free as possible! In addition to baby sitting I can also help with cooking and cleaning as well as caring for family pets if needed.
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Creative, Fun-loving And Intuitive Nanny Looking For A Job!

Carbondale, IL

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$19/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 9+ years of childcare experience in the form of outdoor education trips, nature day camp, nannying and being a family friend. I value play based learning, and I encourage collaborative structure suitable to age ranges and milestones. I have guided kids activities of cooking, gardening, singing, art projects, river and...
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Artistic And Fun Nanny

Carbondale, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
I have about 4 years experience in child care both as a babysitter and as a preschool teacher. I love children and I enjoy taking care of them. The last family I worked with was wonderful and can give a good reference for me. I'm very artistic and love singing songs and doing crafts with kids, as well as playing make-believe...
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Monica S.'s Photo

Carbondale, IL

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Nurturing young minds is my passion! I'm dedicated to making a positive impact on children's lives and providing families with reliable care. I have one year of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, and I am comfortable supervising up to three children. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I'm...
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Babysitter/ Caregiver

Carbondale, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hi, my name is Cass, I been babysitting back when I was a teenager. When I babysit, I believe that it always could be fun by board games and creative crafts. I will be attending Lewis university for grad school! I am looking for a summer nanny gig in the lockport IL area! I am super new to this app so bare with me please.
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Babysitter/ Nanny/Caregiver

Carbondale, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant with education in Early childhood development. A lifetime of experience Caring for children dating back age 12. I'm safe, energetic and really enjoy working with children, I can also help with household tasks and cooking for you busy families!
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Experienced Nanny/babysitter

Carbondale, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Emma, a student at Southern Illinois University, and I'm looking for a nanny position or babysitting hours. I work well with kids of all ages and levels of ability. I am confident in the kitchen and great at working with any dietary restrictions. I'm not the type of person who will give a child an electronic and let...

Kevin B. says "Emma was fantastic with our kids and she brought her love of music and art into our home. We can't thank her enough for her time with us!"

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Janiya B.'s Photo

Carbondale, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hey my name is Jay im currently a SIUC student/EMT for 6 years. Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for! My previous babysitting roles motivated me to become a caregiver. I have two years of experience caring for children aged 0-12+. I am comfortable caring for up to three children. I am patient, calm,...
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Jade S.'s Photo

Carbondale, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Nurturing young minds is more than a job; it's my passion. My journey into childcare began with positive babysitting experiences, which solidified my desire to support families and provide reliable care. With three years of experience caring for children aged 0-11, I bring a patient, creative, and friendly approach to every...
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Carbondale, IL

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$22/hr
5 years experience
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with children stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. I find great joy in supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option that gives them peace of...
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Hali E.'s Photo

Carbondale, IL

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there! I love interacting and caring for children. My experience consist of babysitting around my community for about 3 years. I am CPR and first aid certified. I love taking on any and all child care responsibilities. I enjoy anything from mealtime to playtime, and story time. I'm responsible, reliable, hardworking, and...
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Loving, Experienced Childcare You Can Trust

Carbondale, IL

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$15/hr
25 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
With over a lifetime of caring for children-from newborns to 11 years old-plus raising 3 kids and doting on 10 grandkids, Gloria knows what little ones need to feel safe, happy, and loved. Offering dependable, nurturing childcare for families who want more than just a babysitter-they want a partner in their child's growth.
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Aspasia D.'s Photo

Carbondale, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I grew up with 4 siblings and about a billion cousins, so I have always been a caretaker. Additionally, I have spent my last two summers as a summer camp counselor, so I have formal training in caring for kids. I love children and am looking for some little ones to care for to make ends meet while I'm at school.
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Celeste W.'s Photo

Carbondale, IL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
I have hands-on experience caring for children through helping watch my niece and nephew, as well as babysitting my younger cousins. I'm very engaging with little kids and genuinely enjoy spending time playing, reading stories, doing crafts, and keeping kids involved in fun, age-appropriate activities. I focus on creating a...
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Audrey M.'s Photo

Carbondale, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I'm currently a senior nursing student here at SIUC looking for a babysitting job. I love working with children and don't mind helping out around the house too! I love playing games, watching movies, and getting outside with the kiddos.
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Ema D.'s Photo

Carbondale, IL

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! I am Ema , a biomedical science student studying at SIU here in Carbondale. I have been babysitting since middle school for children of various ages in my hometown in Central IL. I am CPR certified, lifeguard/swim instructor experience for 4 years so I am super comfortable around the water with children and I have a reliable...
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Emma L.'s Photo

Carbondale, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Emma. I am a professional nanny with 5+ years of formal experience. I have been formally educated in child development and care. I am also CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with children from infancy to 16 years old and would love to help your family with all of your care needs!
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Maggie R.'s Photo

Carbondale, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
My name is Maggie and I am majoring in elementary education at the university of Carbondale. I love being around kids and am looking to pursue that as a career. I am a very responsible and hard worker. I will treat your kiddos with respect and you as well. I am very qualified for this as I have been babysitting for 3 years. I...
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Alexis H.'s Photo

Energy, IL

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$12/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
I am currently unemployed, due to relocating to a new town with my 18-month-old toddler. Previously, I have experience in babysitting/nannying, for children aged 3, 4, 8, 10, and 12. After that, I have housekeeping and nursing home experience. Then, I have most recently spent the past two school years as a teacher assistant for...
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  • 34 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.11/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Carbondale, IL

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Carbondale have rates starting at $17.11.

To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 19 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 19 infant babysitters near you in Carbondale, IL. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.

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