π How can I find a babysitter in IL?
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2,332 Illinois Students Seeking Babysitting Jobs
Olivia C.
Enrolled at Illinois Valley Community College
4
years
experience
My name is Olivia. I am 18 years old. I currently work at Step by Step in Ottawa and am starting college at IVCC in the fall. Im going to get a degree in Early Childhood Education. I love working with children! Iβm the oldest of 5 kids so I have a lot of experience with children. I am fun and outgoing but can be shy at first. I am looking to babysit on only Saturdays and Sundays due to working during the week.
Marisa T.
National-Louis University
3
years
experience
I currently work as a Special Needs Para and also have my teaching assistant license. I am currently pursuing my degree in ECE with a specialization in Special Education.
Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism, Developmental Challenges, Down Syndrome, Hearing Impairment, Physical Impairment, Visual Impairment
Eve B.
College of DuPage
8
years
experience
Hi families! π My name is Eve and I'm 22 years old. I'm working towards my degree in Early Childhood Education at COD. I have experience taking care of newborn, special needs, and multiples. My experience... -2017 and 2018, I was a teachers aid at my church for Sunday School -September 2019 to May 2021, I worked in the Lifetime Fitness Kids Academy. I was a class instructor, birthday party host, KA team member, and Rockwall team member -August 2020 to December 2020, I nannied full time for a 9 and 12 year old girls -January 2021 to April 2021, I nannied for a 5 year old girl with autism -August 2021 to March 2022, I nannied for an infant, 4, and 7 year old -October 2021 to March 2022, I nannied for a 2 year old girl -March 2022 to August 2023, I nannied for a 2 year old and a newborn -August 2023 to June 2024, I was working as a teachers aid at an elementary school. -July 2024 to now, Iβve been nannying for two toddler boys. -2017 to now, Iβve been babysitting for a handful of different families as an occasional/regular babysitter A little bit about who I am... I would describe my personality as patient, loving, organized, and fun! Some things I like to do in my free time are play board/card games, to travelπ΄, exercise, and watch movies.
Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism, Down Syndrome
Lindsey B.
Graduate of Methodist College
6
years
experience
Hi! My name is Lindsey. I am a mom of three boys, ages 3-9, and registered nurse.Beyond my role as a mom, I have cared for hundreds of newborns in my 9 years of labor and delivery/postpartum nursing career. Before becoming a nurse I worked as a nanny for a family of six consisting of a toddler, two elementary aged children, and a disabled teen.
Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism, Developmental Challenges, Down Syndrome, Physical Impairment, Visual Impairment
Sophia B.
DePaul University
4
years
experience
hi iβm sophia! iβve been looking into babysitting/nannying for a while now since iβve had experience with my younger family members:)
Charlotte F.
Wheaton College
7
years
experience
I am a grad student at Samford University with 11 years of babysitting experience for children of all ages. I have worked for families with up to 6 kids, and have done several multiple day overnight jobs. I love children, and babysitting is helpful to maintain my grad school rice, beans, and ramen budget :)
Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Visual Impairment
Tobias O.
University of Chicago
5
years
experience
Iβm a social work graduate student at UChicago living in Hyde Park! I have tons of experience with kids from working at a summer camp, high school, and after school nonprofits!
Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism, Developmental Challenges, Physical Impairment
Olivia W.
Dominican University
4
years
experience
Hi, I'm Olivia! I attend the Dominican University in River Forest, IL. If you're searching for a caring and responsible babysitter or nanny near campus, I'm your best bet. Contact me, and we can chat about how I can fit into your family's schedule. I'm excited to meet you soon!
Kate C.
Bradley University
8
years
experience
child and adolescent therapist with 5+ years of nannying and babysitting experience with kids from ages 0-14.
Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism, Developmental Challenges, Down Syndrome, Hearing Impairment, Physical Impairment, Visual Impairment
Addie B.
Illinois State University
6
years
experience
Welcome! My name is Addie and I am a student attending the Illinois State University in Normal, IL. If you are in search of a responsible babysitter or nanny near the Illinois State University, please consider reaching out to me. I am eager to meet you and your family and provide exceptional care for your children.
Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism
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