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Vanessa P.

Fun And Knowledgeable Sitter

Marengo, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Vanessa & I have been working with children for 12 years and have an Associates in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with all ages ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years but especially love infants and 3-year-olds! I was a curriculum coordinator at preschool before maternity leave, but looking for some more...

Care Member says "HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! We are local to Marengo and were looking for someone to help out with our 4 yr old twin girls. Vanessa was so great with my twins....

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Jessica M.

Nanny

Marengo, IL

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$15/hr
16 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Jessica but I usually go by Jessie/Jess. I would describe myself as a fun, bubbly and sweet person! I love kids, I've grown up with kids and baby around my whole life, my mom ran an in home daycare from when I was 4-14 I started babysitting at 11, got a job at an in home daycare working with mostly babies at 18...
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Noelle H.

Reliable And Caring Child Sitter

Marengo, IL

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$17/hr
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Noelle and I am a 19-year-old college student who loves children. I am certified in First aid as well as CPR. I have a valid drivers license as well as reliable transportation. My goal is to be a safe space for your child! I don't just sit on the sidelines- I engage in crafts, play, and can even help with any...
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Hanna W.

Fun Sitter And Smiles For Miles!

Marengo, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I am really great with kids of all ages! I love the opportunity to watch kids grow and flourish, and enjoy the experiences they are having while they are young. When I was 12 I was so eager to start babysitting, that I went out and took a babysitting certification course! After that I consistently babysat for 5 or 6 different...
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Alyssa S.

Fun Siiter

Marengo, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello!!! My name is Alyssa and I am a 2nd grade teacher. I have my summers off so I am looking for a part-time job. I am available to start after June 12th and mid August. I am 24 years old and I have been a babysitter/nanny for many families over the last 7 years. I have cared for all ages and have loved every family that I...
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Ana D.

Hola! I'm Here To Help, Care And Teach You Spanish:)

Marengo, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am from Venezuela, respectful, kind, caring, always willing to help. I have reaised and cared for children through my whole life and, for a short time I also cared for the elderly. I love learning, new experiences and being economically independent. On my free time I like to travel, read, watch movies and tv series. I am...
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Sue E.

Holistic Childcare

Marengo, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I'm currently home on spring break from April 6- May 20, 2017 and available. I'm a teacher's assistant at a Waldorf Steiner School in the UK. I also have been a teacher at a Kinder care here in the States. Currently I'm studying to become a Waldorf EC Teacher in the U. K. My qualifications include: Certified Riding Instructor...
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Charol T.

Marengo, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi My name is Charol, I have over 15 years of experience working with children from Birth through High School including multiples. My past responsibilities included meal preparation, light housekeeping taking children in my care to various after school activities as well as over seeing homework. For the children in my care I do...
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Hailey S.

Marengo, IL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with one year of experience as well as caring for family members. With my background in early childhood education, I've gained valuable knowledge in child development and age-appropriate activities that promote cognitive, emotional, and social growth. My patient and friendly...
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Maria M.

Licensed Childcare (Nanny) In Your Home

Garden Prairie, IL

3.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Maria but I go by LuLu. I have been caring for children since I was a teenager. I now have 4 children of my own and one grandson. I love spending quality time with all children i. e. doing daily activities, reading, coloring and playing games. I also incorporate field trips to the local swimming pool, parks,...

Christopher Z. says "Maria "Lulu" was without a doubt the best nanny we have ever had. She took care of our daughter as if she was her own and became part of the family....

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Hailey B.

Sitter And Caretaker

Genoa, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I am currently a college student going into the medical field. I have been a CNA for three years and have been babysitting since 14.
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Alexandra F.

Best Sitter Ever!

Genoa, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi I'm Alexandra. I recently became a stay at home mom because I love children. Before this, I worked as a nurse and enjoy caring for others. I know just how crazy life can be when you have little ones and that's why I'm here to help. I have a family full if children that I have watched throughout the years. I can help with...
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Brookelynn G.

Part Time Babysitter, Nanny, House Cleaning, Senior Care.

Genoa, IL

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I have a wide experience when it comes to children. I love to babysit and entertain your child while making sure they are getting interactive time by reading stories, playing games, singing little songs and spending time together. I love to tidy up things and make sure the house looks better than the way that you had left it....
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Marie J.

Loving

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I am currently a part-time nanny for two families with Care. com and can provide references. I have over six years of experience. Within that time I have taken care of babies, inclusive children and have education in speech pathology. I am certified for Child Development, Health and Safety. My BS is from NIU in Engineering. I...

Care Member says "Marie has been a part time in home nanny for us for a few months now. She is pleasant, polite and overall just amazing with our two boys (10 and 2 YOA)....

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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
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Kailyn K.

Kailyn K :)

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hey there! I hope you are doing well. My name is Kailyn. I grew up as the oldest with 5 little brothers - which meant LOTS of babysitting from a young age. I was on staff as a youth pastor at The Chapel until having our first sweet baby boy! I am now a stay at home mom of a 9m baby and am looking for a part time nanny position...

Mikka J. says "Kailyn is one of the most caring and empathetic people I know. She is kind and listens so well. I would feel so safe leaving our 11 month old with her...

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Jessica I.

Part Time/Full Time Caregiver

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I'm the oldest child on both sides of my family so I have babysat/been around babies my whole life. Most recently, I have been working with children that have disabilities for the past five years now. With my job, my duties included helping with homework, doing crafts, playing games with them, and always being ready for the...

Rebecca S. says "Jessica was absolutely amazing with my newborn baby boy. She began working for us when he was just 2 months old and continued full time until he was 8...

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Staphany C.

Experienced Babysitter With Open Availability

Poplar Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting children for the past 10 years from newborns to 14 years of age. My experience includes caring for children in their home for various families, summer camp counseling, and volunteering in the nursery on Sunday mornings. I love outdoor activities, crafts, and reading with the kids I provide care for. I am...

Nick And Meg A. says "Staphany watched our children while we had some car troubles. She was great with them. She was flexible with a delay in coming home because of the...

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Esperanza R.

Poplar Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
looking for a nanny I have a lot experience with newborn to 12-year-old like to interact with them and give them a lot of attention play with them and teach them and read to them also do some light cleaning also do cooking and prepping and laundry and help with homework also have in the past take them to the park or library and...

Laura W. says "We hired Esperanza as a nanny to bridge the time between my returning to work from maternity leave and our spot at daycare opening up. We are so glad that...

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Maria D.

Full Time

Lake in the Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a nurturing and dependable caregiver with over 25 years of experience with children of all ages (infants, toddlers, school age). I have also cared for older adults that needed a caregiver and had special needs. As a former teacher, I understand that each child may learn differently, which is why my care-giving approach is...

Michelle K. says "Maria is a fabulous sitter. She is caring and nurturing and very reliable."

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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.33/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 5.0

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Marengo, IL

Infant Babysitters in Marengo, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters

Vanessa P.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! We are local to Marengo and were looking for someone to help out with our 4 yr old twin girls. Vanessa was so great...

- Care member

Maria M.

Maria "Lulu" was without a doubt the best nanny we have ever had. She took care of our daughter as if she was her own and became part of the...

- Christopher Z.

Marie J.

Marie has been a part time in home nanny for us for a few months now. She is pleasant, polite and overall just amazing with our two boys (10...

- Care member

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Marengo, IL

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Marengo have rates starting at $17.33.

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 9 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 9 infant babysitters near you in Marengo, 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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