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Infant babysitters in Spring Valley, IL

I am a mom of a 2-year-old and love to work with all age ranges. I have been nannying since I was 12 and have since earned a degree in Child Development. I also have 2 years of experience working in the schools as a Paraprofessional. As much as I loved working in the school, I miss the freedom and creative ability working one on...
Marycate can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I'd describe my personality as friendly, ambitious and creative. I am a huge animal lover! I love pets of all shapes and sizes with fur, scales, and feathers! I like working with kids because there is never a dull moment working with kids. Every moment always provides a new teaching experience in some way, which I enjoy. Kids...
Jordan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jenna G.


Peru, IL

$17-38/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

I am a caring, energetic, fun nanny who has 4 years experience, an extensive list of references, experience with kids of all ages infant-teen, and a college degree. I currently have one family I work for part time a few times a month. I am leaving my job in May and looking to add a family into my rotation! I will take great care...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jenna was an outstanding nanny for our twins from around ages 3 to 5. She was extremely reliable, and highly creative in fostering the twins’ academic, social and emotional development."

Care member

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Karin H.


Princeton, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fantastic Fun Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting my whole life and really enjoy spending time with children. They are genuine, inventive and energetic and a welcome change from the adults that I spend most of my time with. I started babysitting when I was 12 and never stopped. I babysat my way through college, for individual families and for a few...
Karin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Karin arrived on time and was calm, patient, and kind with our 1-year-old. I would re-hire again!"

Kelly C.

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Ivy S.


Princeton, IL

$18-22/hr3 yrs exp

Ivy S. From Oglesby, IL

Hello there, my name is Ivy. I am a 19-year-old with a passion for childcare. I have roughly 3 years of childcare experience, one of those years including a job as an assistant daycare teacher in their infant room (6 wks-15 m), but I would aid in other rooms, such as the toddler rooms and pre-k rooms! I also have my Gateways ECE...
Ivy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Yasmina L.


Peru, IL

$15-29/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Kind Sitter!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Yasmina I'm 20 years old. I have a passion and love for children. I've been babysitting on and off for the past four years and helping in my mom's elementary school classrooms my whole life. I prioritize communication between both the parent and children, I believe with creativity, patience, and empathy every day can end...
Yasmina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Paige F.


La Salle, IL

$19-50/hr8 yrs exp

29 Year Old Mother Of 1 Sweet 7 Year Old Son.

Hi there, my name is Paige, and I'm a single mom of one awesome son! My son goes to school in Ottawa, however I did move to Lasalle to be closer to my family. I'm looking for a family to work with that's close to home however I will travel if needed. My availability is open, and I might add that my son is in baseball this...
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Nancy V.


Princeton, IL

$16/hr8 yrs exp

Child Sitter

Current Freelance Spanish Tutor for k-3rd. Former Substitute Teacher with, Summer Youth Program Recreation Assistant, Pre-K 4 SA Assistant Teacher.
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
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Abby P.


Princeton, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Abby And I Am An Undergraduate Student At UIUC. I Have Babysit And Nannied!

Growing up, I have always babysat occasionally for my moms friends or just to make a little extra cash. After finishing high school, I nannied for a family in my hometown over the summer. Since I am in college and can't nanny them during school, I always come back for the summer and watch them. I'd describe my personality as...
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Claire B.


Princeton, IL

$16-29/hr4 yrs exp

Claire

I've been babysitting on and off throughout my teens and have never gotten tired of it! I love helping kids be creative and am always there if they need to chat. I want to make both parents and kids' lives easier!
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lydia M.


Princeton, IL

$17-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, creative and down to earth! I like working with kids because I love to encourage their learning through play. I am passionate about supporting their social-emotional, cognitive, linguistic, and creative development. I started working with kids when when I was 13 years old! I have...
Lydia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Lydia was a wonderful babysitter for us! She came every morning on time, she cleaned up after the kids, put them down for naps in the time frame I wanted, took them places if need be, and best of all played with them! Engaging them in fun activities they...

Care member

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Peyton H.


Ottawa, IL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hi! I live in ottawa and I am looking for at least 30 hours a week! I have tons of experience working with kids. I was in the childcare program at Seneca High School and was able to babysit for the teachers as well. I also have experience being a live in nanny for 4 years! Please let me know if you have any questions :)
Peyton can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Peyton is reliable, fun & my kids LOVE spend time with her! "

Erica R.

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Nathaly B.


Ottawa, IL

$15-17/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny Available

My name is Nathaly - Age: 25 years - Languages: Bilingual - I am very responsible, patient, creative, organized and proactive. - I am fully vaccinated - I love to cook, exercise, read and play. - Good driving record - I really love pets - No allergies. - I'm not a smoker. - I am in the "healthy lifestyle" I had a training in...
Nathaly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nathaly is absolutely excellent with the kids "

Care member

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Zoe F.


Mendota, IL

$18-20/hr2 yrs exp

I grew up in a very busy household with four younger siblings. My two youngest I helped care for as if they were my own kids. I also babysit my 10-month-old cousin from time to time, so I do have experience with caring for babies.
Zoe can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

I'd describe my personality as helpful, personable, and caring. I have always been around kids growing up and I would always find myself helping out with them and keeping them entertained. I'm looking for a job that has a good working relationship with the family, meaning that we can communicate well and everything is clear....
Kileaann can also help with: Light cleaning
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Aubry B.


Ottawa, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Affordable Babysitting!

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have reliable transportation and can babysit in your home or mine. I have been babysitting for several years and have an almost 4-year-old of my own! I also am an assistant teacher at a local Childcare center. I am CPR and first aid Trained as well!...
Aubry can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Merideth K.


Henry, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Love Working With Kids! Looking For A Nanny Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Merideth I am 36-year-old mother of three wonderful children ages 18, 14 and 12. I a married to my wonderful husband Bob for the last 16 years. Bob works for the Illinois Department of Corrections. I have had my own daycare in my home for the past 3 years. I started out when my friend had twins in October of 2013 and...
Merideth can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Megan H.


Ottawa, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Over the past 20 years, I have babysat for many families, including one with five children, ages 4 months to 11 years. I was recently with one family for 18 months, starting when their son was only 6 weeks old. I have experience with multiple pets and am able to transport children when needed. I did well all through school and...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Briana C.


Tonica, IL

$15-16/hr1 yrs exp

Briana - 22 Year Old Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

From becoming an Aunt at a young age and babysitting my two nephews and niece, I knew right away that I loved being around children and watching them grow and learn new things. My strengths as a nanny are that I am dependable, driven, caring, creative, active, and fun all while being responsible. I love taking the kids outside...
Briana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gracie L.


Ottawa, IL

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

Looking To Help Out Families In Need While Also Doing Something I Enjoy!

Ever since I was younger I have loved caring for children/ infants. I have always had experience from doing summer babysitting to helping my close friends/ family members take care of their children. Right when I graduated in 2018 I received my CNA and instantly put that to use and have been using it since. I currently work in a...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Spring Valley, IL

Jenna G.

5.0

Jenna was an outstanding nanny for our twins from around ages 3 to 5. She was extremely reliable, and highly creative in fostering the twins’ academic, social and emotional development.

- Care member

Karin H.

5.0

Karin arrived on time and was calm, patient, and kind with our 1-year-old. I would re-hire again!

- Kelly C.

Lydia M.

5.0

Lydia was a wonderful babysitter for us! She came every morning on time, she cleaned up after the kids, put them down for naps in the time frame I wanted, took them places if need be, and best of all played with them! Engaging them in fun activities they enjoyed! My son still misses her!...

- Care member

Peyton H.

5.0

Peyton is reliable, fun & my kids LOVE spend time with her!

- Erica R.

Nathaly B.

5.0

Nathaly is amazing! She is very kind and knowledgeable. My baby absolutely loves her and I just know that he’s getting the very best care when she’s around! She is so genuine in her love for babies and passion for childcare. We love Nathaly!

- Morgan N.

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