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60 babysitters are listed in Forest Park, IL
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Forest Park, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I babysat for a newborn until he was 5 years old then I moved to Chicago. I am still great friends with his family and look forward to seeing him every year when I visit Knoxville. I also have experience babysitting four children (two sets of twins), 3 with non verbal autism, for six months. Currently I work as an inventory...
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Mackenzie is fantastic. She's become our regular sitter for our nights out. She has all the qualities you'd expect from a great baby-sitter; punctual, friendly, flexible. We hit it off immediately and knew from the start she'd be a good fit for our family. I would...
Michael T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Stephanie. I am a Nursing student passionate about a career in Midwifery. I love working with children and anyone in need of personalized and compassionate care. I have been a dance teacher (ages 4-18) for four years as well as a Resident Care Associate at an Assisted Living facility for seniors since 2019. My...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie was awesome! She cared for our toddler son while we had a gap in daycare coverage. She was incredibly kind and patient with him and he really enjoyed having her come. She was very professional and I would highly recommend her to others!"
Austin M.
Imani F.
Forest Park, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun + Professional - Looking To Help Out Where I Can :)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!! I'm Imani and I am a 28-year-old with a solid 10 years of experience. I was a nanny and babysitter throughout undergrad with a professional sitter company before doing freelance work as a house manager. I am reliable, trustworthy, caring and FUN! I'm comfortable with anything from babysitting, pet sitting, party...
Imani can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"If you're looking for someone who's dependable, flexible, and reliable, Imani is definitely the caretaker for you. She provided various services for my two children (such as babysitting and appointments) and they always looked forward to seeing her. She came with...
Tenishia C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of experience taking care of babies and toddlers to teenagers. I have experience with multiples, took care of triplet boys, one with a behavioral problem. I am COVID 19 vaccinated and wear a mask whenever out in public. I am also First Aid Certified.
Linda can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"We hired Linda to care for our son for date night. She was friendly and engaged with my son and she was very patient with my high energy 4 month old puppy. My son enjoyed his time with Linda and I will hire her again. "
Nancy F.
Hi there! Do you need a reliable and compassionate sitter who can provide tutoring services tailored to your child's needs? Look no further! I am here to introduce myself as your exceptional part-time sitter and tutor, dedicated to providing comprehensive care and academic support for your child.
-Master's in Special Education:...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old and live in Oak Park. I have been babysitting around the area for the past 10 years. I'm currently looking for a full-time, long term nannying job. I am very responsible and reliable. I am very active and I love to play outside, go on walks, bake, do arts and crafts, and just have fun with kids. I am CPR...
Ashleyanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Auryana J.
Forest Park, IL
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Auryana and I am currently in my gap year(s) prior to starting graduate school. I really enjoy working with children of all ages. I started babysitting years ago and I found a love for it! I have been with the same family on and off for years and have enjoyed every memory the children and I have created. One of my...
Auryana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Auryana is the best! Great communication, friendly, trustworthy and my 18-month old son loved her. Nothing but good things to say. "
Colleen M.
Hi, my name is Meghan! I've been working with children for about 10 years now. I currently teach JH 6th-grade literacy, in a co-taught setting, and 8th-grade resource. I'm a full-time special education teacher at Chicago Public Schools. I'm available for summer tutoring, occasional babysitting, and special education...
Hello families, my name is Penelope and I am currently a student at Triton College obtaining my pre-requisites in hopes of transferring to pursue Nursing. I have been babysitting for 5 years and have nannied for two years. I also have some experience working as a teacher's assistant at a daycare. I strongly work with...
Penelope Jade can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a patient, fun, and empathetic person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children, tutoring, and teaching dance. As a recent graduate from Northwestern University, I am taking a gap year before heading to medical school, giving me time and flexibility to work around your schedule. I am happy to...
Shea can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Linda M.
Forest Park, IL
$14-27/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Linda. I live in Forest Park. My experience is: I lived with an elderly woman for 2 years during Covid. I cooked and ran errands for, made sure she took her medicine, did light cleaning. Occasionally would take her out for a car ride, just to get her out of the house. I stayed with her until she passed away in 2021....
Linda can also help with: Dementia, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Hi! I have extensive experience working with children in a wide variety of ages. I first began babysitting and nannying when I was very young, and have since become very comfortable caring for, teaching, and also learning from children of all ages. In the past, I have volunteered at a preschool in West Chicago as a teacher's...
Felicia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Meghan! I've been working with children for about 10 years now. I currently teach JH 6th-grade literacy, in a co-taught setting, and 8th-grade resource. I'm a full-time special education teacher at Chicago Public Schools. I'm available for summer tutoring, occasional babysitting, and special education...
Organized. Reliable. Trustworthy. Competent. Detail oriented.
Hi everyone!! I'm Imani and I am a 28-year-old with a solid 10 years of experience. I was a nanny and babysitter throughout undergrad with a professional sitter company before doing freelance work as a house manager. I am reliable, trustworthy, caring and FUN! I'm...
Selene L.
Forest Park, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced Nanny/Babysitter with 13+ years experience with infants - pre-teen. I am a part time nanny for a family with 2 children. I am
an EMT and I am in college pursuing my associates in fire science. I have babysat and care given also for the kids of over 11 families (I still keep in touch) I am responsible,...
Selene can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Lily and I am currently a first year medical student in Chicago. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 8 years of experience caring for children. I grew up in Rhode Island babysitting for the families in my neighborhood. I then became a camp counselor when I was 14. I spent 3...
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Crystal C.
Forest Park, IL
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am an enthusiastic, patient, and easygoing person, and working with children is something that I am very passionate about! I have over 8 years of experience working with kids ages one to 10. I babysit for numerous families and recently finished a full time nanny position. I am also a huge advocate for mental health and a...
Crystal can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hi! My name is Campbell. I have been nannying full time for about 2 years now. I have worked with toddlers and newborns in my work nannying, but have cared for children of all ages in a babysitting role. I love spending time with kids, and I try to make every activity a fun and learning experience. I enjoy cooking with kids,...
Campbell can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hi y'all,
I grew up caring for big dogs until moving away for college. In college and currently I have a cat and have cared for up to 4 cats at a time. I have also cared for many dogs for family members and neighbors. I've cared for fish a few times, but I was given detailed instructions on their care.
Often when I babysit for...
Ani can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Stephanie D.
Forest Park, IL
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Nursing Student - Child Care, Senior Care, ADLs, Nannying
Hello, my name is Stephanie, I'm a Nursing student with a background Senior Living Assisted care settings. I loved interacting with my residents and learning from them as I met their care needs. Some of my responsibilities included dosing/administering medications, seeing to proper nutrition, assisting with activities of daily...
Stephanie can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, errands, respite care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Forest Park, IL
Mackenzie N.
5.0
Mackenzie is fantastic. She's become our regular sitter for our nights out. She has all the qualities you'd expect from a great baby-sitter; punctual, friendly, flexible. We hit it off immediately and knew from the start she'd be a good fit for our family. I would highly recommend her to anyone!...
- Michael T.
Stephanie D.
5.0
Stephanie was awesome! She cared for our toddler son while we had a gap in daycare coverage. She was incredibly kind and patient with him and he really enjoyed having her come. She was very professional and I would highly recommend her to others!
- Austin M.
Imani F.
5.0
We love Imani!! Imani was our good friend and neighbor's part time nanny and they were kind enough to share her with us for weekend and evening babysitting jobs. She is incredible - smart, mature, reliable and really fun with the kids. We have kept in touch with Imani through the years and have...
- Dana R.
Linda M.
5.0
Linda has worked with our family for six months, She is great with the kids and makes sure that they get what they need, and then she helps the kids to learn/get their chores done, and helps out where she can. She has been amazing to work with.
- Nora B.
Auryana J.
5.0
Auryana is the best! Great communication, friendly, trustworthy and my 18-month old son loved her. Nothing but good things to say.
- Colleen M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Forest Park, IL:
How can I find a Forest Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Forest Park, 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 25 babysitters in Forest Park, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Forest Park, IL?
The average rate for Forest Park, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.88 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 Forest Park, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Forest Park, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.