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Briana S.

Mother Before Anything!

DeKalb, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm very outgoing, loving, and reliable. I love caring for children, they are so smart, and I'm still amazed by how fast they grow everyday! I'm looking to help out families by providing my time! I am very negotiable, because I truly understand hard times and I just want to be able to help out in any way possible! I've been...
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Cheryl M.

DeKalb, IL

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$19/hr
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as quiet, caring, outgoing. I like working with kids because I like to care for them. I started working with kids when I was a kid in elementary school. in 5th grade we were assigned reading buddies. It felt good to teach the younger kids how to read or tie their shoes. I started babysitting at...
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Alexis L.

DeKalb, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Lexi. I'm 23 and have been a full-time nanny for 5 years. I'm CPR certified, have experience with children of all ages, and hold an associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. I would love to connect to go over more details of what you're looking for in a nanny for your family!
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Betsy C.

Occasional Date Night-/Weekend-Sitter -- And **Summer 2025 Part-Time Nanny** -- Excellent References

DeKalb, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
As a childcare provider with more than a decade of experience caring for children of all ages, I am passionate about helping children learn, grow, thrive and play. Currently I am available for occasional childcare; Please see my schedule for availability. I am available for up to 27 hrs/wk during summer 2025. I am currently...
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Salma A.

Sycamore, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
As a childcare provider, my motivation stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my passion for positively impacting children's lives. With three years of experience, I'm committed to providing reliable care for families. My patient and calm nature, coupled with my creativity and...
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Anais E.

Hello, My Name Is Anais!!

Sycamore, IL

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$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
For the last five years, childcare has been more than a job but a passion. You'd be surprised how much you can learn from a kid! I've been watching over children for as long as I can remember. Being the oldest girl child in my family it was responsibility to watch over aunty's and uncle's kids. I've decided to professionalize it...
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Jodi D.

Experienced Child Care/Mother's Helper

Sycamore, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a 51-year-old female available to care for your children. Children are one of the greatest joys in life! I have experience watching children ages 1 months to 12 years, as well as those with special needs. We love to play games, go on outings, watch movies, read books and do crafts. I have experience in child care, household...
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Ethan H.

Part-Time Caregiver

Sycamore, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
College student looking to help aid with tuition. I have had past employment at a child day-care center. Due to past employment, I have all the legal licenses and am qualified to care for any child any age. please contact my phone for further question. Thank you!!!
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Valerie P.

Fun And Games Provider

Sycamore, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have 4 of my own children who are all in school. I like make crafts and reading with the kids. I love music and singing with the children as well. Games and puzzles keep us on our toes.
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Anas E.

Sycamore, IL

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$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
For the past 5 years I've been caring for children aged 0-12, and there has been no greater joy than helping them grown and develop into their own person. I have a passion for childcare and supporting families as well as providing reliable childcare options. I am patient, calm, friendly and creative and I believe in building...
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Lanetta Myara C.

Child Care

DeKalb, IL

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello!! My name is Lanetta but I go by Lala, I am currently pursuing a degree in Elementary Education at Northern Illinois University, where I just completed clinical work in classrooms and will now be student teaching in the Fall, in hopes of becoming a teacher. I have a little over 7 years of babysitting and childcare...
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Arely V.

Fun Nanny/Sitter!

Plano, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Arely I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. I come from a very big family (5 brothers and 2 sisters). I have babysat for many different families before ranging from all ages! I am well experienced with premie babies and toddlers! I have worked as a professional nanny for over...

Whitney S. says "Arely is by far the best of the best. She is loving and caring and we call her the baby whisperer. Absolutely recommend to anyone. My kids adore her and...

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Julia H.

Waterman, IL

5.0(0)
from
$28/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Growing up I've had multiple babysitting jobs, from the ages of newborn's to around 5/6 years old. I started babysitting when I was 14 years old and I've loved and enjoyed it ever since.
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Sydney R.

Part-time Summer Nanny

Batavia, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sydney, I am 24 years old and a student at the Chamberlain University. I am studying nursing with the goal to be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. I am the oldest out of 3 and helped out a lot with my siblings when they were younger. I have a wide range of experience watching kids from infants to pre-teens as well...

Andrea W. says "I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for...

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Norma T.

Errands And Odd Jobs Provider

Sugar Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been a babysitter for several years caring for children across all age groups. I am comfortable with babies, infants, and toddlers and have experience with multiples such as twins. I am able to care for multiple children at a time and can provide activities to encourage play, discovery, and learning. I can follow parents'...

Jose V. says "Norma is very honest, dedicated and responsible. She is also very much on time and able to follow a schedule and instructions and any special needs. Norma...

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Paula E.

Help-N-U At Home

North Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
I love working with people of all ages. I have many years of experience working with infants, young children and the elderly. I'm currently a caregiver to my mother and tend to her needs as needed. I also have over 40 years on and off assisting special needs individuals in the private sector as well as various organizations...

Care Member says "She is punctual, kind, and caring. She was great with my 2.5 year old and will rehire. "

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Linda F.

Full Or Part-Time Child Care Provider Available

North Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hi. My name is Linda. I'm a caring, loving Grandma, hoping to share in the care of your little one/s. Long term or short. I have been married to the same wonderful man for 45 years, and together we have raised three great kids. Over 15 years ago, I began taking care of 2 boys, whose single moms, were friends of my daughters, and...

Chloe P. says "Linda took wonderful care of our baby for 9 months until she turned a year old. She was prompt, organized, and very dependable. Linda was engaging,...

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Katie F.

Mom Heart With A Teacher Mind

Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
You can expect lots of reading, songs, sign language, and outdoor fun in our home! Providing attentive care for little ones is something close to my heart. As a mama of 5 and a certified former elementary education teacher, I have spent the past 16 years nurturing and developing young hearts and minds. It's important to me to...

Katy K. says "Katie is one of my kids favorite people! Her genuine love for kids is so evident-she regularly plans fun, age appropriate activities that captivate and...

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Peggy M.

Babysitting For One To Two Kids

Batavia, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I have more than 15 years of experience in nannying with many wonderful references. I have been with my current employer for the last two years, caring for two darling girls aged 1 and 3. Prior to that I was full-time for one boy from infancy to kindergarten, running the gambit of care from diapers to pre-K drop-off....

Heather M. says "Peggy watched my children from the time they were infants until they went to school. She was so loving and wonderful with them. They loved Peggy. My...

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Bailey H.

Sandwich, IL

4.5(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there!!! Thanks for checking out my profile! My name is Bailey, and I'm a professional nanny with 5 years of experience. I've had the joy of caring for little ones from newborns all the way up to teens - so no matter the age, I'm ready to make their day full of fun and laughter! A little about me: I'm a kid at heart, and I...

Pamela M. says "Bailey was my nanny for 2 years my kids love her she grew a relationship with all of us and will forever be apart of our family. She was our first nanny &...

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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 5.0

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Cortland, IL

Infant Babysitters in Cortland, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters

Arely V.

Arely is by far the best of the best. She is loving and caring and we call her the baby whisperer. Absolutely recommend to anyone. My kids...

- Whitney S.

Sydney R.

I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She...

- Andrea W.

Norma T.

Norma is very honest, dedicated and responsible. She is also very much on time and able to follow a schedule and instructions and any...

- Jose V.

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Cortland, IL

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Cortland have rates starting at $17.00.

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 3 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 3 infant babysitters near you in Cortland, 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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