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Amber B.

A Little About Me!

Leaf River, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Amber . I'm 21 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 16. I have babysat many kids ages infant to 12 years old. I also have a baby daughter of my own so I would say I'm pretty experienced! I am CPR certified, reliable, and I have a very flexible schedule. One thing that I should let you know is that I will...
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Fun Sitter!

Byron, IL

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Sydney, a nanny and newborn care specialist with a deep passion for creating calm, nurturing environments where little ones thrive and parents feel supported. With years of hands-on experience and a meticulous approach to safety, I specialize in infant routines, developmental care, and pregnancy-safe practices....

Chad J. says "Was a Very Passionate and caring babysitter was the only sitter I've hired that actually brings fun activities to do! I would recommend, Thanks Sydney!"

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Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Brittany, and I'm 23 years old. I graduated in May 2025 from NIU with a degree in child development. I also have an emphasis in parent-infant specialist! Reasons to choose me! 1. I am experienced in child care and have been a babysitter/nanny for several years. I recently finished an internship at the Child...

Care Member says "We love love love Brittany! My little is always so excited every time she comes over. She was a great addition to the family! Very dependable and...

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Loving Nanny/babysitter Who Is In School To Be A Teacher

Davis Junction, IL

4.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
hi there! my name is chloe and i'm 25 years old. I have such a heart for children and would love the opportunity to watch your little(s). I have almost 10 years of experience, with that comes skills of cooking, cleaning, organizing, home management (appointments, activities for the kids), errands, and overnight care. If you have...

Care Member says "We feel incredibly fortunate to have Chloe as part of our family’s life. Over the past few months, she has demonstrated exceptional care,...

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Hello I'm Genay Your Future Sitter

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi Genay I am currently 19 years old and have been babysitting since age 14. I have been cna for a year and a half and currently work at a local hospital 3x a week for 12 hours. January 22nd I will be starting college for a diploma in early childhood education, this is a 7 month program that will give me more knowledge of taking...

Care Member says "She is always on time and doesn’t mind helping "

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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Serenity. I am 23 years old and have been a dedicated childcare provider for more than 6 years. From babysitting kids from infants to 10 years old in my younger years, my love for children has only grown. I have had over 4 years experience in a professional setting with children ages 3-6 as a paraprofessional. I...
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Rockford, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I love children, and I am looking for a job caring for them in a home care setting. I have a degree in child development and 20+ years experience working with infants through school agers. I am also a trained Newborn Care Specialist, CPR certified, with trainings in SIDS prevention & helping the breastfeeding mother. I am...
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Child care

Freeport, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Nurturing young minds is my passion, ignited by positive experiences babysitting and a desire to positively impact children's lives. My approach is patient, creative, and friendly, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment for your little ones. I have two years of experience caring for children aged 0-11, with a focus on ages...
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Experienced Babysitter Available 6am-10pm Looking For Full Time Opportunities With A Loving Family

Rockford, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with a passion for working with children. Since the age of 14, I have gained extensive hands-on experience through babysitting family members, caring for children ranging from newborns to 14 years old. This experience has allowed me to develop a deep understanding of child...
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Freeport, IL

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$39/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My passion is working with families and providing help as it gives me a great sense of purpose. My son and I love walks, the park, pretend/imaginative play, I prefer toys helping in problem solving skills/critical thinking. my preference is Montessori toys, hands on activities and less toys that makes lots of sounds/noises. I...
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Experience Nanny and Babysitter Available Now

Rockford, IL

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have worked with all aged children and students. I have volunteer experience at my home church for over 10 years. I have been babysitting since I was at least 13 years old. I have also worked in Day Care with Tutor-Time, Kindercare Learning Centers & Kids Hope United as a Teacher's aide and as a full time teacher as well. I...
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Oregon, IL

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have two early childhood certifications. I have tons of experience in all ages in a daycare setting, classroom setting and just casually babysitting. I have a 2-year-old daughter. I am CPR certified, have reliable transportation, and am comfortable with pets!
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Experienced Babysitter

Rockford, IL

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$10/hr
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, I'm Milia! I am a Graduate level Nursing Student born and raised in Rockford, IL! I obtained my BA in Political Science and my MA in Organizational Leadership at North Central College in Naperville, IL! I was All American Student Athlete and Leader during my undergraduate studies. I spent a semester abroad and attended the...
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Part Time Nanny/babysitter

Davis Junction, IL

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Taylor and I have had experience working as a full time nanny and babysitter for newborns all the way to middle schoolers. The past several years I have worked as a dance instructor, primarily teaching ages 3-12. I take pride in my ability to encourage creativity and play while maintaining safety as a top...
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi my name is Ali, I'm 39, Mature and EXTREMELY experienced with childcare including special needs, twins + multiples, and infant care. I work for a local family museum, working in an Elementary School with 1st-5th graders for an after school program! I have some college education, a decade long career in finance, and have...
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Babysitter/Caregiver

Rockford, IL

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$20/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Mom of 3, 10 years of caregiving experience. Great communication, organizational skills and Exceptional patience.
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Fun, Friendly, And Pet Friendly Sitter

Rockford, IL

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a junior at the University of Kentucky, majoring in communication while also earning a certificate in sport communication, media, and branding. With multiple years of experience in nannying and pet sitting, I have developed strong multitasking abilities and excellent communication skills. I love being outdoors,...
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Shannon, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
I'm a childcare provider with 2 years of experience who is passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. My desire to work with children comes from my rewarding years as a babysitter. I enjoy supporting families and providing a safe and reliable childcare option for them. I'm patient, calm, creative, and...
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Loving, Patient, And Fun Nanny

Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Maria . I'm from Rockford, IL. I have completed college with a graphic design degree. I am very comfortable being around children and find lots of joy being around them. I am from a loving Catholic family of 13 siblings and I currently have 32 nephews and nieces (all under the age of 13) I have nannied over 6...
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Babysitter With Autism Experience

Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I have been babysitting for 10 years with children of all ages. I have experience with children with autism and have babysat up to three kids at a time. I can carpool to school, appointments, play dates, etc. I have an associate's degree in Psychology and have been educated on child development. I am 23 and pregnant looking for...
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  • 32 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Leaf River, IL

Infant Babysitters in Leaf River, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 32 listed infant babysitters

Sydney M.

Was a Very Passionate and caring babysitter was the only sitter I've hired that actually brings fun activities to do! I would recommend,...

- Chad J.

Brittany R.

We love love love Brittany! My little is always so excited every time she comes over. She was a great addition to the family! Very...

- Care member

Chloe J.

We feel incredibly fortunate to have Chloe as part of our family’s life. Over the past few months, she has demonstrated exceptional care,...

- Care member

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Leaf River, IL

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Leaf River have rates starting at $15.00.

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 1 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 1 infant babysitters near you in Leaf River, 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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