How much does a babysitter cost in Ottawa, IL?

The average hourly rate of a babysitter in Ottawa, IL is $17.21 per hour. The average gross weekly salary of a babysitter in Ottawa, IL is $602.35 ($17.21 per hour × 35 hours).

How much to pay a babysitter near you?

What's the average cost of a babysitter in Ottawa, IL?

The average cost of a babysitter is $17.21 per hour. You can expect to pay a hourly rate between $15 and $25. A babysitter's hourly rate can depend on their location, responsibilities, qualifications, and the type of care needed.

The most expensive nearby cities for babysitters

Whether you’re in Glenview, Evanston, or Naperville, location is one of the biggest factors that can impact the salary of a babysitter. Typically, the higher the cost of living, the higher the babysitter cost. The most expensive city to have a babysitter in Illinois is Glenview, where the average hourly rate is $19.01.
  1. Glenview
  2. Evanston
  3. Naperville
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How responsibilities and qualifications impact average hourly rate in Ottawa, IL

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    First aid
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The average hourly rate for first aid babysitters is $17.87, 4% above the average in Ottawa, IL. For full-time babysitters, the average hourly rate is $17.22, 0% above the average in Ottawa, IL.
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How much should you pay a babysitter based on your needs?

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How type of care impacts average hourly rate in Ottawa, IL

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The average hourly rate for infant care babysitters is $17.60, 2% above the average in Ottawa, IL. For special needs care babysitters, the average hourly rate is $16.95, 2% below the average in Ottawa, IL.

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Available babysitters in Ottawa, IL

Autumn B. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Autumn

Ottawa, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old, up to 4 kids at a time with ages ranging for newborn to 12 years old. I also am cpr and first aid certified.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Nicole A. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Nicole

Ottawa, IL
$18/hr
Occasional
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello families! I recently graduated from Illinois State University. I worked at a two different daycares for the last 3 years.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jasmine M. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Jasmine

Ottawa, IL
$16/hr
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m 17 years old I get along with children very very well I’m very friendly and love to have fun always have a smile on my face!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Sophie O. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Sophie

Ottawa, IL
$17/hr
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I have roughly two years of experience babysitting toddlers, infants, and elementary aged children. I am a college student and I am looking for a family to help!

Have experience working with

Infants
Jessica D. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Jessica

Ottawa, IL
$17/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Went to school to be a preschool teacher and earned my bachelors degree online though Kendall college. Close to 15 years experience working within childcare and preschool. Have been a stay at home mom the last 5 years and currently babysitting for a close friend.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Holly F. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Holly

Ottawa, IL
$20/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I’m currently working at a school in special education. I’m 38 with years of child care experience.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Rebekah F. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Rebekah

Ottawa, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi!My name is Rebekah Felty. I have been babysitting for many years now. I find job in looking after the littles in parents life when they might be busy or have things to do. I am currently a college student at Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids Michigan home for the summer. I enjoy movies and snacks. Being in the outdoors and creating a space where your children are comfortable and safe!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Kim Z. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Kim

Ottawa, IL
$18/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Kim and I have several years of experience. I’ve taken care of preemie babies starting when they were 3 months old. And nannied babies til they have gone to school. I have 2 grandchildren. One being only 4 pounds when she was born so helped my daughter take care of her from day 1.

Love taking walks. Going to the park. Playing outside with chalk, bubbles, sand box. Coloring, project making, play doh and all the things little girls and boys like to do.

I have my own car. So if an errand needs to be done or child dropped off or picked up from somewhere.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
JoAnn B. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny JoAnn

Ottawa, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a mother of 4 grown children. I have 4 grandchildren. I ran a daycare center from my home while raising my children. I love kids and come from a large family.
I have taken classes in child development and understand the importance of children having love, structure and consistency in their lives. I am very clean and organized and prefer keeping a home clean. I am educated in Psychology and life coaching.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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