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Laura K.

Fun Loving Mom

Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Laura and I am a trustworthy, fun loving and reliable mother of one. I have been blessed to stay at home and raise my daughter over the past year. Given the current circumstances with the pandemic I was forced to leave my job of 15 years. I decided it was time to look for another way to spend time with my child as...
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Catelyn A.

Elgin, IL

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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a passionate childcare provider with over four years of experience caring for children of all ages. With my patient and calm demeanor, I create a nurturing environment where children can thrive. I am also a creative and imaginative individual, which allows me to provide engaging and educational activities for children. I...
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Innessa G.

Elgin, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Highly energetic and experienced professional that is excited to be expanding her clientel to a family that requires assistance. With over 15 years of experience and fluent in English/ Russian. I'll be able to provide peace of mind with my high caliber home care. Childcare available.
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Julia R.

Elgin, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I am a 21-year-old college student. I have been a nanny for the past four years. I was with my last family for three years, and the one before that for a little over a year. I usually prefer after school care because of my classes. I can help with transportation as well as homework. I can even tidy up the house as needed. I...
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Shannon J.

Experience, Loving Nanny

Elgin, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Shannon. I am 30 years old, I am married, and have 1 adorable 3-year-old boy. For the past 12 years, I have worked as a nanny, caregiver, aid, and even teacher at a daycare. I absolutely love kids! I have worked with kids with all different personalities and temperaments as well as children with learning...
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Rabia C.

Elgin, IL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I've always had a knack for caring for children and creating a warm, nurturing environment where they can thrive. With three years of experience as a childcare provider, I am passionate about supporting families and making a positive impact on children's lives. Whether it's playing educational games, going on outdoor adventures,...
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Mikayla T.

Elgin, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello there, I began working with kids at 12 to help my parents out but eventually helped my parents friends with babysitting. I and currently working on getting certified work with autistic kids along with planning on getting first aid and CPR certified. I'm big on hands on activities and limiting TV and electronic time. If...
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Nelly F.

Full-Time Babysitter

Elgin, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Nelly, I was born in Peru, went to College there and got a Degree as an Elementary School teacher there. After having children, I decided to find a job that permitted me caring for my own children too. I am pretty new to Care. com yet have almost 10 years of experience as a babysitter/nanny (references). I...

Care Member says "Nelly is an amazing nanny- she is very professional, efficient and excellent with kids ! "

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Evelyn A.

Elgin, IL

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Travel
I used to babysit kids for high school 2 years and also took child development classes for two years.
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Natasha C.

Educational Childcare

Elgin, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a certified K-8 teacher. I have worked with children in the classroom for several years. In addition, I have homeschooled my daughter for Pre-K, K, and 2nd grade. I am a mother of three ages 9-16. I would not only be caring for your children, but also teaching or helping with homework.
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Linda M.

Hoffman Estates, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am a single stay at home mom. I love children ! I am a retired certified teachers assistant. I have assisted in classes from Pre- K to 3rd grade for catholic schools. I also have baby sat for the infants section of our daycare since 2011 , and I have a background check on file with them as well. I love to do all kinds of arts...

Care Member says "Linda was sweet,kind and true professional. She was on time and also provided updates via text"

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Correen K.

The Energetic Fun Baby Sitter!!

Algonquin, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I'd describe my personality as energetic, outgoing and supportive. I started working with kids when I was very young.

Care Member says "Great with the kids and very responsive."

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Shazia F.

Part Time Care Giver

Hanover Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hello! I am a mother of four, who are now all grown up. I am loving, fun, energetic, caring, and responsible person. I have worked with infants and toddlers and have over 18 years of experience as a lead teacher in daycare facilities. l so have experience working as a baby sitter. I work with 4 awesome families. l have a...

Care Member says "Warm and caring. Always trusted that my daughter was safe with her"

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Anali M.

Full Time Nanny Available

Hanover Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have a degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked for child care centers for almost 7 years. I have worked as a teacher for children of all ages (3months-12yrs) I build great and fun relationships with all the children and an honest, positive relationships with their parents. I also baby sit once in a while and overall...

Heather P. says "Anali is a kind, organized and dependable sitter. Our kids (2yo and 3yo) have fun with her and are at ease when she comes over. Anali has prepared meals,...

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Holly P.

Part Time Caregiver for Infants to Seniors

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Holly. I have been caring for others for as long as I remember. I began caring for my grandma when she was no longer able to do so and that is when I realized caring for seniors is what I truly love to do. I officially started caring for seniors with a local agency 10 years ago. I truly love helping seniors live...

Leonard M. says "Holly was a wonderful addition to our family. She always went above and beyond what we expected. It was such a great feeling knowing I was leaving my...

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Karolina P.

Hello!

Barrington, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm Karolina. I was born and raised in Poland. That's where I earned my master's degree. I have been caring for children for over 10 years as a babysitter/nanny. I have a lot of experience working with infants, toddlers and older kids (sometimes teenagers). I truly enjoy making kids feel happy and safe with me. My passion is...

Care Member says "The kids enjoyed their time with Karolina and we would definitely hire again. "

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Syda Y.

Nanny (Full-Time) That Loves Kids

Hanover Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As a mother of 3 kids and the eldest of 7 siblings, I have over 20 years of child care experience, so being a nanny comes very naturally for me. I believe this experience with infants to teenagers, my tutoring knowledge and arts and crafts background, makes me an excellent nanny. I am a responsible and has experience babysitter...

Rachael J. says "My 6-year-old LOVED staying with Syda. Syda cooked for her each day and played Barbies & Monster High. Syda's family (3 daughters and husband) are very...

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Leah S.

Nanny

West Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
I have over 15 years experience, ranging from care of newborns to school-aged children. I've also raised two beautiful & successful children of my own. I have worked as a private nanny for 5 different families. In 2022 I cared for a baby girl 6 months through 15 months. In 2024 I cared for a 22-month-old through age 3. Most...

Sarah D. says "Leah has been a nanny for our 3 year old daughter for more than a year. We and our daughter absolutely love Leah. Our daughter gets excited for her to come...

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Amanda F.

Experienced Babysitter And Future Teacher!

Barrington, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am currently a special education teacher in Cook county. I have experience in teaching music, math, reading, writing, social studies, and science. I was a camp counselor for many years and experience with all ages of children. I am also an animal lover, I directed the barn program at a camp. I currently have a rabbit and a dog...

Sharon F. says "Amanda was great and so helpful to my family, especially given some last minute changes we had during quarantine. She jumped right in and handled...

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Sarah H.

Retired Montessori Teacher / House Manager / Personal Assistant- Ready To Work Again

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, My name is Sarah. I have been a Montessori teacher for 15 years. While teaching I was one of the most requested teachers. I am retired now. I just finished nannying two children 11 and 9 the 11 yr old has autism I met the family at Montessori. I was also the Mom's assistant. I did everything possible to make the day...

Heather P. says "Sarah was lovely over the phone. She is professional and inquisitive. Our job was not full time, and thus did not fit her needs. She would be...

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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.42/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 5.0

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Elgin, IL

Infant Babysitters in Elgin, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters

Nelly F.

Nelly is an amazing nanny- she is very professional, efficient and excellent with kids !

- Care member

Linda M.

Linda was sweet,kind and true professional. She was on time and also provided updates via text

- Care member

Correen K.

Great with the kids and very responsive.

- Care member

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Elgin, IL

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Elgin have rates starting at $18.42.

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 50 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 50 infant babysitters near you in Elgin, 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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