Find Infant Babysitters in Wood River, IL
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60 infant babysitters are listed in Wood River, IL
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 4 years
Infant babysitters in Wood River, IL
Lauren B.
Wood River, IL
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi everyone!!
My name is Lauren, I'm 18 years old, and I am currently available for weekend babysitting. Whether you need a few hours of free time, a date night, or some extra help around the house, I'm there to make sure your children are in safe hands and in a fun environment. I currently work at the Goddard School as a...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 5 years of experience working with kids. I can help with light housekeeping and I have my own car so I can help with carpooling. I am a third- year college student pursuing my bachelor's in elementary education. I have classes for the spring semester on Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30- 4:45, but I am available before then,...
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Keirstin M.
Wood River, IL
$17-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm A Very Enterjectic 25 Year Old Who's A Firm Believer That Children Learn Through Play.
5.0
(2)
volunteered at a daycare and preschool while in high school getting my CDA. I was a live-in nanny for 6 months before I started working in a daycare. I have worked there for 5 years, but im looking for something more.
Keirstin can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Keirstin is a compassionate caring person who always puts the needs of the children first. She makes everyday with the kiddos fun."
Karen D.
Mckenzie D.
Wood River, IL
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is McKenzie and I am 20 years old. I worked at McDonald's for about 3 years but in childcare I have 5 years of experience being a regular babysitter as well as working at a daycare full time. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I know some sign language that I like to use with younger kids to help them...
Mckenzie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I've worked with ages 2 weeks - 17 years through childcare work, nannying, education programs, day cares, early learning centers, and summer camps. I'm certified in First Aid, CPR, and a Wilderness First Responder. I have worked as an Assistant Camp Director, a Substitute Teacher, a Toddler Teacher (1. 5 - 2. 5 years), an...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Lauren was an excellent babysitter for our son and I highly recommend her! I usually have trust issues with babysitters, but never had to worry about my son while she was with him, and that meant the world to me. She was always punctual and responsible and did an...
Laurie N.
Samantha R.
Glen Carbon, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I'm interested in the child care opportunity you have posted! I have 10 years of experience. I have 8 younger siblings who I cared for throughout my childhood and often babysat for other family members and family friends. I started babysitting at the age of 10 and have cared for a variety of ages throughout my lifetime...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha is AMAZING. So reliable. So helpful. Great with the kids. Amazing person to be around. Did I say reliable?? She goes above and beyond to help me and our chaotic lives with a 2 and 4 year old. Couldn’t recommend her more!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, and thank you for checking out my bio! I'm Britni, and I've been babysitting for about 10 years now. I have experience with watching all ages of kids. I've had experience with children that have disabilities/medical conditions/assisted in therapies as needed. I can do meal preparation, have transportation, can clean, and am...
Britni can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Britni was always slightly early when we needed her for our children and informative about anything during the day. Her communication was perfect for our family as we have 3 children all with different needs and she always kept us working parents in the loop while...
Sandy G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Summer Employment
Hello,
I'm an educator with 12 years of experience. I worked at a care center for nine years and I currently work as a preschool teacher. Throughout the years, I have babysat several of my students and their siblings. Nothing makes me happier than running into someone who I used to babysit and remembering...
Keyonna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Keyonna is very dependable, creative, and excellent with children and families. I highly recommend her."
Desiree S.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Chante and I would love to help with your children care and home care needs please let me know if you need anything.
I started babysitting none family members in high school, but I have been working with kids since the eighth grade. I started nannying my freshman year of college have been doing that for the last...
Chante can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Chante was very professional, kind, and extremely attentive to our 10 month old son. We would feel very comfortable having her back in our home at any time. "
Charley M.
Mya S.
Edwardsville, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Reliable College Student Looking To Make Your Life A Little Easier
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive, patient, caring college student looking to provide on an occasional basis while in school. I played a major role in raising my younger sibling, so I did a lot of the childcare in my house through all of middle and high school. I have experience tutoring kids as well (both my sibling and other kids). I love...
Mya can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Mya is a great sitter. She is responsible, punctual and safety-conscious. She responds quickly to messages and my 12 year old really likes hanging out with her. Highly recommend!"
Jessica K.
Isabella P.
Edwardsville, IL
$13/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Isabella. I've babysat all throughout high school and college for multiple families. I attend SIUE and major in Public Health!
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Izzy has worked for us for 2 years. I have never allowed anyone under the age of 25 to care for or transport my children. We hired Izzy when she was just 16 because she impressed me so much with her demeanor and preparedness. I have never questioned my decision....
Alicia U.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have just over 5 years experience in an accredited Montessori environment in Infant/Toddler, where I was the Directress of the Infant program before I relocated. I am currently working on my Montessori Certificate (AMI accredited) for Infant and Toddler (0-3). Before working in Montessori I babysat both in and out of home for...
Brittani can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brittani was our in-home caregiver for my infant and toddler boys for 18 months. She was also their certified Montessori head teacher (at an AMS fully accredited school). She is one of the most loving, patient and child-centered caregivers I know. I trusted her...
Niquole D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Autumn. I've worked with all the age groups there throughout the past 10 years. I am a foster parent soon legal guardian of 4 amazing humans ages 3, 9, 10 & 11.
My passion is guiding children, watching them build resilience and empathy for the world, and developing a sense of wonder as the take the lead.
I...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Autumn is the best nanny I've had, hands down. She watched my daughter from the ages of 2 to 5 whenever we visited Beaver Creek, CO or Vail. She worked at the Beaver Creek ski resort daycare and would watch my daughter during the day then we would hire her...
Holly C.
5.0
(2)
My name is Crystal. I am 43 years young with lots of time in childcare. As high schooler, I took child development. I was adopted at 2 weeks old so I learned to love unconditionally at an early age. I love to teach. I have numerous clock hours and CPR training.
I'd describe my personality as funny, talented and caring
I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We cannot think of a better person for my baby. Crystal is a wonderful nanny with many years of experience in childcare of different ages. Not only she is a fun nanny, she is a great teacher! Crystal is passionate about her work and has so much love for her...
Care member
Hello! My name is Gracie and I am a college student who has five years experience working in a Montessori Pre-school and daycare. I have several years experience of babysitting under my belt as well, ranging from newborn to preteens! I enjoy working with infants/babies and children ages 2-6 the most, but I love children of all...
Gracie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello there! I love taking care of children and interacting with them. I have many years of experience of babysitting, but most of them I didn't get paid for it. I believe in keeping children loved, happy and safe. There is a place for everyone and my place is to care for children.
I am a new mother, child was born in 2022.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is N'KIA. I'm 28 years old & married. I have tons of experience from ages 1 month-13 years. I love kids, and I would take great care of yours. I am good with kids with disabilities as well, my younger sister has autism. I also worked with a family for 3 years from Care who had a child with autism. I only just stopped...
Hello! My name is Melissa, but you can call me June! I have an affection for cooking, crafts, music, and creativity! I don't have any children of my own, but have actively raised my nephew with my mother from newborn until his current age of 8! I promise fun memories made, for any child of every age, and assistance in all...
Miranda R.
Edwardsville, IL
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have had many years of experience with children. I have worked at a daycare and can provide multiple references from past families that I have babysat for. I have also been a pet sitter for a few years and feel very comfortable around animals. I have a busy school schedule right now but would love to help in any way I can! I...
Miranda can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
I started babysitting as a teenager. I have worked at KinderCare in all age groups, but really enjoyed infants best. I nannied for a family with 4 children, 3 of which were triplets. I started when the older child was 7 months and the triplets were 5 weeks. I have a BS degree in Special Education and taught for 3 years. My own...
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Wood River, IL
Keirstin M.
5.0
Keirstin is a compassionate caring person who always puts the needs of the children first. She makes everyday with the kiddos fun.
- Karen D.
Lauren P.
5.0
Lauren is mature, friendly, reliable and my girls love her!!!
- Cathie S.
Samantha R.
5.0
Samantha is AMAZING. So reliable. So helpful. Great with the kids. Amazing person to be around. Did I say reliable?? She goes above and beyond to help me and our chaotic lives with a 2 and 4 year old. Couldn’t recommend her more!
- Care member
Britni W.
5.0
Britni was always slightly early when we needed her for our children and informative about anything during the day. Her communication was perfect for our family as we have 3 children all with different needs and she always kept us working parents in the loop while away. She was even willing to watch...
- Sandy G.
Keyonna J.
5.0
Keyonna is very dependable, creative, and excellent with children and families. I highly recommend her.
- Desiree S.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Wood River, IL
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Wood River, IL in May, 2024?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Wood River have rates starting at $17.50.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Wood River, IL?
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 4 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Wood River, IL?
There are 4 infant babysitters near you in Wood 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.