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203 babysitters are listed in Evanston, IL
The average rate is $18/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Evanston, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had years of experience working with children of all ages, from infants through teenagers. My experience isn't limited to care taking but professionally supervising as well. I am currently working at one of the local high schools!
Kiley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We love Kiley! She is extremely trustworthy, very hands on with the kiddos and is so kind to our puppy. I highly recommend Kiley."
Susan L.
Isadora T.
Evanston, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Native Midwesterner To Tutor English And Reading For Elementary School Children And Immigrants
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If you or your child are seeking a kind, caring and experienced tutor I welcome the opportunity to cheerfully assist you! I have been a Title I tutor for Reading and English, working one-on-one with elementary school children. Additionally, I helped to raise 8 foster children for whom English was not their first language.
I...
5.0
"Isadora is simply the best baby sitter I have EVER hired.
My son is 13 years old, so although he doesn't require a lot of supervising, he does need someone to be more like a company while I'm away for work. I have booked her a few times and my son absolutely...
Janete S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I love dogs and have two of my own! I am an oral surgery assistant full-time and am planning on going to school for nursing. I am certified in CPR training and help people all day for a living. I enjoy working with kids and started...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jaya has been a regular babysitter for our 2-year-old over the past year and she is wonderful. She is always punctual and has a great rapport with our daughter. Her calm and compassionate but firm temperament makes her an ideal match for toddlers and young children...
Kathryn M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a talented early education professional with diverse experience in planning and implementing various activities for promoting physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth in children. I have completed numerous post-graduate classes in Early Childhood Education and Infant Toddler Techniques, which have allowed me...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I found Susan on Care.com and she was our full time caregiver for our first son for a year and a 1/2. I was a bit leery at first about using an online format for finding someone, but we could not have found a better, more experienced caregiver anywhere. Susan is...
Katie S.
Jennifer T.
Evanston, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello... Just a little about myself and my childcare experience. I have 20+ wonderful years overseeing the care of children. I have experience with newborns to teenagers. Grew up on the North Shore lived in the City for many years and now reside in Evanston. Thanks for reading a little bit about me. I would love the opportunity...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I would highly recommend Jennifer for a job. She is a caring , loving , patient , professional and so much more. She is very dependable and takes each and everyone of her jobs seriously. I love that Jen treats each and everyone of her clients with the Love ,...
Marla L.
Gail S.
Evanston, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Animal Care Provider With Several Years Experience In Veterinary Clinics
5.0
(2)
I will provide loving care for your pets cats, dogs or birds. it can be on a daily basis or periodically while you are away. I have expertise in administering different types of medication. I have spent several years working as a veterinary tech and vets assistant . Even though I no longer work in a facility I still love animal...
Gail can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"I've known Gail for over 5 years and have been happy with her services. She is very trustworthy and tries to please no matter what the request. She started out as my pet care person and later began cleaning for me. Fortunately she adores animals and knows what to...
MJ M.
Watcharaphan T.
Evanston, IL
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am 31 years old. I graduated the bachelor degree in preschool education (5 years) I study, art education, special needs, children physiology, child care, and everything about kindergarten. I was a kindergarten teacher for 2 years. I moved to Chicago for an Au pair opportunity for 1 year. I have experience in special...
Watcharaphan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Pam was a part time nanny for my kids (2 year old and now 7 month old) during the summer. She did a great job meeting their needs and engaging with them. She took my super active 2 year old on long walks and to the park, fed him lunch and put him down for his naps....
Sara A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kate, I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Ive been working with kids since I was 17 and absolutely loved it. I started taking care of my younger cousin, and then began babysitting for different families. Over the last few years I worked primarily with infants and toddlers, but I do love kids of all...
Nkateko can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kate is an amazing caregiver. Our shy 3yr old warmed up to her quickly and made her so comfortable she easily took her nap after Kate put her down on the first day! She is very responsible and goes above and beyond cleaning up the toys, dishes and even putting...
Sarah L.
Max T.
Evanston, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Over the past two summers, I worked as an Inclusion Aide. I was paired with children that had a variety of special needs including autism or physical challenges. I've also babysat for three other families with young children and they typically like my high energy.
Max can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been looking after young cousins and neighbors for as long as I have been old enough to look after them. However, this past semester I gained even more experience caring for and having fun with kids. I was going to school at UW-Milwaukee and I worked at the daycare center there every day, looking after kids from age 3 to...
Sam can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sam is responsible, compassionate caring adult, who is wonderful with children. Sam has a amazing ability to connect with children. I seen this first hand when Sam has worked my special needs brother and my children."
Mary S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience in housekeeping. I love to clean my home. Whenever people come over to my home, they always compliment me on how clean my house is even though I have two children that some how always manage to make a mess. People also say that I always have some cleaning project to accomplish at my home. I...
Katarzyna can also help with: Basement cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Tori. I am currently an adult, talk therapist. In this season of my life, I'm looking to babysit or nanny because I find joy in working with children, and I would love to pick up extra hours.
I have had experience working with children for as long as I can remember. In the past, I've worked at Berkeley Childcare...
Tori can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hello. Tori worked with us for about a year and she was wonderful!! She was a fast learner, capable, kind and a good multitasking. My kids loved her. I never worried about my kids when they were in Tori's care. I would highly recommend hiring Tori."
Jennifer M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I pay close attention to details and truly enjoy making a a home look it's best!. I am a people person. I love animals and children. I really enjoy providing a service which makes so many people smile. I also have spent several years working as a veterinary technician . I also extend my services to work with peoples pets whether...
Gail can also help with: Basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Nora and I have 6 years of experience working with children from ages newborn to 12 years of age. I used to work at a group home for mothers so I am familiar with cooking meals, cleaning, changing diapers and all the basics. I also have taken 2 years of Early Childhood Education and am CPR certified. I also take...
Nora can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Nora to take care of my (then) 3 month old baby last summer. Nora is such a thoughtful and caring nanny and she is so wonderful with babies. She is focused, gives my son her full attention, she is calm, easy going and so patient. My son (who is now 13...
Shira C.
Isadora T.
Evanston, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring And Experienced Compassionate Care For Your Animal Companions
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A warm hello! I am a huge lover of animals and they of me. I was raised in a household with 2 cats and 2 dogs with responsibility from a young age for their care and keeping them happy.
It would be my pleasure to share references for cats I have provided care for.
I am a responsible, affectionate mature adult who genuinely...
Isadora can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding
Paulette K.
Evanston, IL
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate of business. My mother tongue is French and while I do not have a formal teaching degree, I have given French lesson to a high school student in the past. I speak and write English and love to write both in French and English.
5.0
"Paulette taught my daughter French for a year during covid. She was amazing! She was always on time, polite and accommodating. My daughter learned more French with Paulette than with any middle school teacher. She really got her speaking and it was amazing to...
Dina D.
Indira A.
Evanston, IL
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
Babysitter With Experience In All Age Groups Looking For One-Time Babysitting Opportunities
I'm looking for a job that allows me to apply my skills with working with children, and will allow me to learn more about how to best support children in diverse settings.
I started working with kids at a very young age! I started with supporting my grandmother's home daycare when I was in middle school, taking care of babies,...
Indira can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
I'm a Freshman in college right now. I have worked the past few summers as a camp counselor, but am looking to be a nanny this summer. I have experience with ages 0-13, but am open to anything! I have a car that is available all summer as well. Please reach out if you have any questions.
I'd describe my personality as outgoing,...
Kinsey can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I've had lots of babysitting experience and have nannied full time for a family over the summer. I'm currently a freshman at northwestern and end class Monday through Thursday at 12:20 p.m. so available any time then. I love playing board games and am great with all kinds of pets. I own two dogs and eight chickens at home! Also...
Hi! My name is Mackenzie. I work full time downtown in Chicago but have a decade of experience with child care, including as a teacher's assistant, a nanny, a babysitter, and an overnight summer camp counselor (working at the same camp for 6 years). I have worked with kids from infancy to teenagers and love being active, playing...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Evanston, IL
Kiley B.
5.0
We love Kiley! She is extremely trustworthy, very hands on with the kiddos and is so kind to our puppy. I highly recommend Kiley.
- Susan L.
Isadora T.
5.0
Isadora is simply the best baby sitter I have EVER hired.
My son is 13 years old, so although he doesn't require a lot of supervising, he does need someone to be more like a company while I'm away for work. I have booked her a few times and my son absolutely loves her.
She is so passionate,...
- Janete S.
Jaya F.
5.0
Jaya has been a regular babysitter for our 2-year-old over the past year and she is wonderful. She is always punctual and has a great rapport with our daughter. Her calm and compassionate but firm temperament makes her an ideal match for toddlers and young children testing their boundaries. Highly...
- Kathryn M.
Susan N.
5.0
Susan can be relied upon to: Show love and compassion to children throughout a variety of situations; Connect and build healthy relationships with children; Introduce and facilitate activities - art / music / dance / outdoor play; Deliver highly nutritious meals for children; Transport children to...
- Mari G.
Jennifer T.
5.0
I would highly recommend Jennifer for a job. She is a caring , loving , patient , professional and so much more. She is very dependable and takes each and everyone of her jobs seriously. I love that Jen treats each and everyone of her clients with the Love , support and discipline. One would...
- Marla L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Evanston, IL:
How can I find a Evanston babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Evanston, IL can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 203 babysitters in Evanston, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Evanston, IL?
The average rate for Evanston, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.60 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Evanston, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Evanston, IL through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Evanston, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Evanston, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 101 reviews of the 203 listed babysitters.