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60 babysitters are listed in Streamwood, IL
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Streamwood, IL
Stephany A.
Streamwood, IL
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Azuka. "I want to work as a caregiver because I have a passion for helping others, it gives me the chance to empathize with people and build strong connections, and it offers a sense of purpose and fulfillment" I love to cook , do house chores and groceries shopping too.
Stephany can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Harriet K.
Streamwood, IL
$14-19/hr
I'm a 46yr old female, I'm a mother of three and a grandmother of two. I can run your errands at your permission.
Hunter T.
Streamwood, IL
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Lifelong experience of caring for kids through babysitting, nannying, and working at daycares. I have experience with kids ages 8 months through 6 years old
Hunter can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I am Amaya, 21 years old. I don't have much experience with the elderly but I'm eager to learn, I am kind, patient and easily adaptable.
Amaya can also help with: Dementia, transportation, errands, light cleaning
-Extensive cleaning experience.
-Demonstrated honest and trustworthy work ethic in client homes.
-consistently exceeded client expectations in order to guarantee future services.
Amaya can also help with: Window washing, organization, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning
I am a very responsible, honest, reliable and caring individual. I enjoy activities and music and take pride of the experience with the children I care for. I am a positive person with a good attitude and an open mind. I have experience with children from 8 months to 13 years of age as well as toddlers. I can also cook, clean,...
Marcelina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi my name is Ximena, I'm 31 years old. I love kids, I used to take care of my nephew since he was an infant and I have a lot of patience. I like to play with kids and at the same time I responsibly take care of them.
Ximena can also help with: Meal prep
Yadira S.
Streamwood, IL
$17-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because I love watching them grow and become their own little self. I enjoy guiding them to learn new things and have fun. I have a whole lot of patience and will adapt to the child's needs.
I started working with kids when I was 20, but have been around children my whole life and looking after them...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a teacher's assistant in every grade K-5 for seven years. During that time I worked with general education students as well as one on one with students with special needs. I have also previously worked as an after school nanny part time. I worked for two different families, each one for a year. Both families had two...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Harriet K.
Streamwood, IL
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a 46yr old female, I'm a mother and a health care worker. In my day to day work, cleaning is a given! As a mother and a health care professional a clean environment contributes to living healthy!
Harriet can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
I am a certified American Red Cross Babysitter, and I've had experience babysitting family's children from toddlers to teens! I am very reliable and organized as a worker! With me, your little ones will have a great and safe time!
Kieana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience. I have wide range of experience. I love what I do and I am looking for a new family to help. I currently reside in Schaumburg IL.
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kimberly was wonderful with my daughter. She talked non stop about her when she left. "
Amy K.
5.0
(1)
My name is Deborah, I was a stay at home Mom for my 2 children who are now in College. I love children and am able to help out with all things child related. I also was a nanny for 2 years prior to having children of my own. I currently work part time but have a lot of flexibility in my schedule. I am married and have lived in...
Deborah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Deb was so responsive, went out of her way to set up calls and confidential texting and was a true pleasure to speak with. I would highly recommend her!"
Erin G.
Catherine V.
Roselle, IL
$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights As Well As Wednesday And Friday
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I am an experienced babysitter of ages 3 months+. I am also partially fluent in Spanish. I love kids as well as pets! Kids are so funny and energetic and I am very into crafts and games. I know my old babysitters gave me great memories and I'd love to do...
Catherine can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Catherine helped us with our 3-year-old son, and she couldn't have been a better fit. She engaged his curious mind, played his imaginative games, and left him asking when she can come back again. We feel so lucky to have found Catherine, and hope others do as well."
Robert D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a nursing student in the Nashville area. I graduate with my RN in Dec. I am CPR certified & soon to be CERT & scuba certified. I currently work at a hospital & as a nanny. I previously worked as a Hotel Designer so I love graphics, events, interior, floral design, & even home care.
I have over 15 yrs of...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Our kids loved Katie. We hope to hire her again soon. "
Laurie D.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
NEW to Care. com, but I do have over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages! I am a reliable, responsible, respectful and trust-worthy caregiver. I am a nurturing, positive person with a calm disposition. I am an active & engaged caregiver who loves constructive activities, projects/ craft and outdoor...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Karen has been a lifesaver for our family. For the past two years, she's provided afternoon and evening care for our son and daughter (now ages 6 and 4). Karen has always been punctual and reliable, and her patience and empathy with our kids is amazing."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I went to Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois and majored in Elementary Education. I have over 10 years of experience of being a babysitter, 7 years experience in being a nanny and 6 years as being a Household Manager. The difference between being a nanny and a household manager, in my opinion, is assertiveness...
Kathleen can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot speak more highly of Kathleen. She is wonderful in every way. Kathleen is punctual, dependable, possesses a positive attitude, is great with our kids and flexible. I highly recommend her and would not hesitate to hire her again in the future."
Heather G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Linnea and I am 25 years old. I have been a teacher for three years, spending my first year teaching first grade, and two years teaching third grade.
In my free time I like to read, bake, craft, hangout with my friends, and organize. I am also a big Taylor Swift fan!
In the summer, my availability is...
Linnea can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Linnea is very good about being flexible, if I ever needed her to come early or stay late on short notice she almost always was able to. My kids always said they had fun when she came over and they felt comfortable with her. I would highly recommend Linnea as she...
Melissa M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Audrey and I'm a patient, kind, and fun babysitter who loves helping children grow!
I have been babysitting since I could stay home alone myself and I recently spent time working with autistic children as a behavior technician. I am currently in school for my Associates in Early Childhood Education and plan on...
Audrey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Audrey as a babysitter for our wedding. All the parents loved her. She was so kind and responsive. Communicating with her was super easy and she handled all the kiddos like a pro. "
Danielle S.
Jessica B.
West Chicago, IL
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
For 10 years I've worked in childcare whether that is serving in my church or babysitting or part time nannying. I have such a heart for children and teens. Currently I serve with the 5th and 6th graders as well as the junior and seniors in high school through my Church. When it comes to babysitting/nannying I have regularly...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"An amazing babysitter - my girls clicked with her instantly and she is our go to for anything and everything! Highly recommend, she is so trustworthy, caring, and skilled with children. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Streamwood, IL
Kimberly W.
5.0
Kimberly was wonderful with my daughter. She talked non stop about her when she left.
- Amy K.
Deborah G.
5.0
Deb was so responsive, went out of her way to set up calls and confidential texting and was a true pleasure to speak with. I would highly recommend her!
- Erin G.
Catherine V.
5.0
Catherine helped us with our 3-year-old son, and she couldn't have been a better fit. She engaged his curious mind, played his imaginative games, and left him asking when she can come back again. We feel so lucky to have found Catherine, and hope others do as well.
- Robert D.
Katie S.
5.0
Our kids loved Katie. We hope to hire her again soon.
- Laurie D.
Karen H.
5.0
Karen has been a lifesaver for our family. For the past two years, she's provided afternoon and evening care for our son and daughter (now ages 6 and 4). Karen has always been punctual and reliable, and her patience and empathy with our kids is amazing.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Streamwood, IL:
How can I find a Streamwood babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Streamwood, 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 51 babysitters in Streamwood, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Streamwood, IL?
The average rate for Streamwood, IL babysitters on Care.com is $17.43 per hour as of May 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 Streamwood, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Streamwood, 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 Streamwood, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Streamwood, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.