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Madison Hinds

Madison Hinds
Camargo, IL

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Last seen: 14 hours ago Member since: Apr 2026

CPR-Certified ICU Tech & Nursing Student Babysitter

Hi! My name is Madison, and I’m a nursing student at Lake Land College as well as an ICU patient care technician at Sarah Bush Lincoln. I am CPR certified and have hands-on experience caring for patients and responding calmly in emergency situations. I’m responsible, patient, and genuinely love working with kids and families.

I am comfortable with children of all ages, as well as pet sitting and dog care. I’m available for nights, weekends, and holidays, and I have reliable transportation. I’m also happy to help with meals, bedtime routines, and light housekeeping.

My goal is to provide a safe, fun, and trustworthy environment so parents can feel completely at ease.

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $22/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare
    • Drop-in / occasional daycare
    • School holiday daycare
    • Meals provided

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring
    • Science tutoring
    • Cooking lessons

Dog sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Other dog duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Feeding
  • Dog playtime
  • Daily exercise for your dog
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Transporting pets
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs

Dog walking $10 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

  • Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on dogs)
  • Dog training
  • Dog grooming

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out

Other services I can provide

  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Camargo for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Day

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Arvo

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Eve.

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Nite

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I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 7 years experience working with children
    • Registered carer
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • 1 year experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am a nursing student at Lake Land College and currently work as an ICU patient care technician at Sarah Bush Lincoln. I am CPR certified and experienced in monitoring patients, assisting with daily care, and responding quickly in emergency situations. I am responsible, patient, and attentive, and I genuinely enjoy caring for others. I am comfortable caring for children of all ages as well as pets, and I am available for nights, weekends, and holidays. Families can feel confident knowing their loved ones are in safe, capable hands.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking

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Babysitting Pay Rates IL, United States (Updated 29 Mar 2026)

Illinois babysitters are paid an average of $19.87 per hour as of April 2026, which is 7.1% higher than the United States average of $18.55. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in West Ridge.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Illinois:
$18.06 $19.87 $21.67
United States:
$16.86 $18.55 $20.23

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Top 10 Tips For Hiring A New Year's Eve Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a NYE babysitter so you can celebrate worry-free while your kids are safe and happy.

1. Book early

New Year’s Eve is one of the busiest nights for babysitters, so secure yours weeks (or months) in advance.

2. Expect higher rates

Many babysitters charge holiday premiums, so be prepared to pay extra for the special occasion.

3. Check experience

Choose sitters who are confident handling late nights and possibly multiple kids or group settings.

4. Confirm availability

Double-check that the babysitter is comfortable staying past midnight and knows when you’ll return.

5. Ask about overnight care

If you plan to stay out late, consider booking an overnight sitter for everyone’s peace of mind.

6. Provide entertainment

Stock up on kid-friendly activities, games, and maybe a little “kid’s countdown” to keep children happy.

7. Share bedtime routines

Write clear instructions so the sitter can smoothly handle bedtime even if you’re away at midnight.

8. Exchange emergency contacts

Make sure they have your number, a backup contact, and details for neighbors or family nearby.

9. Set house rules

Go over screen time, snacks, and whether the kids can stay up later than usual for the occasion.

10. Show appreciation

Since they’re giving up their holiday evening, consider a bonus, a meal, or a thank-you gift to make them feel valued.

See our complete guide to NYE babysitting for parents for more detailed information.

NYE Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing NYE babysitter candidates so you can enjoy your night out knowing your kids are safe and happy.

Experience & Background

  • Have you babysat on New Year’s Eve or other holidays before?
  • What ages of children do you have the most experience caring for?
  • Are you comfortable handling multiple children at once?
  • How do you keep kids entertained on a long evening?

Availability & Flexibility

  • Are you available to stay past midnight (and until what time)?
  • Would you be open to overnight babysitting if we’re out late?
  • How do you feel about working on a holiday evening?

Care & Routines

  • How do you handle bedtime routines when parents are out late?
  • What activities would you plan for the kids on New Year’s Eve?
  • How do you manage children who want to stay up for “midnight celebrations”?
  • Are you comfortable preparing and serving dinner or snacks?

Safety & Emergencies

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • How would you handle an emergency if we’re difficult to reach?
  • What steps would you take if a child became upset, sick, or refused to go to bed?

Communication & Reliability

  • How do you usually update parents while babysitting (texts, calls, photos)?
  • Do you have reliable transportation to and from our home that night?
  • What would you do if you were unable to make it last minute?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy about working on special occasions like New Year’s Eve?
  • How do you keep the evening fun but still calm and structured for kids?
  • Why do you think you’d be a good fit for our family on New Year’s Eve?