It used to be hard to find a reliable babysitter or nanny in Galena. But using advanced technology, we have compiled a list of the top-rated babysitters in the Galena area. Learn more about the best sitters in Galena and match with the one that perfectly meets your needs!.
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Melissa F. |
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| Darlington, WI 35 years old with 10 years of experience $15 to $20 an hour |
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| I am a dependable mother of three boys. I have run my own daycare and worked within two school districts. I have many years of experience working with children and truly enjoy them. Housesitting is my main specialty but I can also provide child and p Read More | Message Melissa F. | |
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Gracie R. |
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| Platteville, WI 19 years old with 4 years of experience $9 to $20 an hour |
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| I’m 19 years old, I live with my boyfriend and our 2 cats and puppy. We are expecting our first daughter at the end of January. I love going for walks, playing with our puppy, and spending time with my family. Read More | Message Gracie R. | |
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Brooklyn R. |
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| Dubuque, IA 18 years old with 6 years of experience $0 to $0 an hour |
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| Hello! My name is Brooklyn and I am a senior in highschool going to Kirkwood in the fall for diagnostic assistant! I love comic books, chess, and writing! I speak conversational French as well! I have been in child care for over 6 years (3 in Read More | Message Brooklyn R. | |
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Ali B. |
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| East Dubuque, IL 18 years old with 3 years of experience $13 to $17 an hour |
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| Hi my name is Ali, I am currently a senior at East Dubuque High School, in the fall I will be attending NICC for dental assistance and am looking for a babysitting job on the side. I have worked at a local daycare for almost 3 years and have worke Read More | Message Ali B. | |
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Eliza P. |
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| Dubuque, IA 25 years old with ~1 years of experience $10 to $20 an hour |
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| Hi! My name is Eliza. I’m looking for some part time hours. I have my cpr, aed, first aid, and Heimlich certifications. I have my associates degree and my DSP and cna certificates. I have worked as a DSP in group homes with disabled adults for 3 y Read More | Message Eliza P. | |
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Brooklynn M. |
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| Bellevue, IA 21 years old with 9 years of experience $15 to $25 an hour |
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| Growing up with seven siblings and now having fifteen nieces and nephews, I not only have a lot of experience watching children of any age, but I thoroughly enjoy spending time with them. I love building forts, having dance parties, and anything else Read More | Message Brooklynn M. | |
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Peggy R. |
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| Dubuque, IA 20 years old with 4 years of experience $8 to $20 an hour |
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| Hello my name is Peggy. I grew up babysitting since I was 12 such as neighbor kids or my nieces. I love hanging out with the children and getting to know them. I also love being a kid myself so I’m always down to go to the parks or play barbies. I Read More | Message Peggy R. | |
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Bailee W. |
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| Bellevue, IA 19 years old with 2 years of experience $8 to $20 an hour |
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| Hi! I am a new mother myself looking for some extra hours! I taugh at a dance studio with kiddos for 7 years then started working in the nursing home and daycare field! Now my side job is just cleaning homes and businesses! I am very active and love Read More | Message Bailee W. | |
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Elizabeth R. |
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| Dubuque, IA 20 years old with 2 years of experience $5 to $15 an hour |
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| Hello, I am Elizabeth Rodas, i am 18, I love being a sitter because I get to be there for there milestones and become more creative and resourceful. I have babysat for 2 years, it was my first “job” and I loved every minute of it. I also worked a Read More | Message Elizabeth R. | |
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Annabel P. |
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| Dubuque, IA 20 years old with 3 years of experience $11 to $20 an hour |
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| Hello, I am Annabel! I have been babysitting since as long as I can remember. I worked in childcare for 3+ years and really enjoyed it. I am currently in school to earn my BA is early childhood development. My schooling is all online so that won’t Read More | Message Annabel P. | |
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Amber B. |
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| Dubuque, IA 22 years old with 2 years of experience $7 to $15 an hour |
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| Hello! My name is Amber and I've loved kids my entire life , there so hilarious and clever not to mention adorable . I work with kids at the Dubuque Ice arena coaching them watching them grow and develop their skills . I've also baby-sat kids f Read More | Message Amber B. | |
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Olivia G. |
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| Platteville, WI 21 years old with 1 years of experience $12 to $15 an hour |
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| I have babysat my cousins a bit before and frankly, they have always had a good time while I was with them! I do enjoy babysitting and hanging with older kids a little more only because that is what I have experience with, but I am open-minded with a Read More | Message Olivia G. | |
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Jessica E. |
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| Dubuque, IA 32 years old with 3 years of experience $10 to $15 an hour |
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| I am 26 and love kids. I have experience of 3 years watching from infants to 5 grade. I am CPR certified and also work part time at Mercy Hospital as CNA (very flexible schedule). Willing to do house work, run errands, take kids places. Read More | Message Jessica E. | |
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Abe K. |
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| Dubuque, IA 19 years old with 5 years of experience $7 to $10 an hour |
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| I am very silly and goofy, but also caring and empathetic. Children tend to grow attached to me very quickly and I build strong relationships with them easily. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and received a job in a childcare facilit Read More | Message Abe K. | |
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Makayla P. |
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| Dubuque, IA 21 years old with 2 years of experience $10 to $20 an hour |
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| I love watching kids and doing crafts with them and going on walks with them and I love to take care of kids, and I love to make them food and make sure they get fed and taken care of and I will make sure they are in bed by a certain time and make su Read More | Message Makayla P. | |
Price of a Babysitter in Galena
| 1 Child (per hour) | Multiple Children (per hour) | With Tip (per hour) |
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| $12.1 | $12.1 – $18.2 | $12.1 – $20.9 |
It costs about $12.1 per hour (for one child) to hire a babysitter in Galena, that’s about $1.33 less than the national average of $13.44 per hour. Additional children can cost up to 50% more per child that needs care but many sitters charge much less or nothing additional for two kids. A tip is not always necessary but always appreciated. 10 to 15 percent is common but again, not a requirement.
Book a Sitter in Galena Tonight
Many of the Galena sitters above respond within 24 hours, and some of them much faster than that. You can certainly get a sitter for tonight in Galena but the earlier you request one the better your odds will be. Give it a shot tonight! [events state=”IL” city=”Galena” category=”localbabysitter”]
Become a Galena Babysitter Online
If you’re in the Galena area and want to become a babysitter or nanny both Sitter City and Care.com are great places to start a career or a side gig. Check out their respective applications below to see if you’re a good fit:
