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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
Nia H.
Evanston, IL
$14-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
Date Night & Event Babysitter- Available For Evenings & Weeknights
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am an organized, dynamic, imaginative, and reliable graduate student with 6+ years of childcare experience. I have a toolkit full of activities that I've gathered as a camp counselor, after school care provider, and therapist-in-raining to ensure each child's needs are met and we part ways with a smile from ear to ear....
Nia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She brings games to play and is very warm and caring."
Jandella F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am reliable, caring and trustworthy. Love to engage children and challenge their inquisitive minds. I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and happy. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing...
Paulette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Paulette is amazing! She’s been taking care of our youngest daughter for 2 years since she was 5 months old. Paulette is very dependable and been tremendously helpful during our encounters with COVID, changing vacation plans and work hurdles. She is very caring,...
Maggie H.
4.6
(15)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 39-year-old responsible mother of two wonderful children. When I was in high school I would babysit kids on weekends as an occasional nanny for date night. Since my children are much more independent now , I get back to babysitting again and love taking care of kids. I love kids and like to play board games or do crafts...
Katarzyna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My daughter reached out to Kathy with open arms the first time she met her, which put me at ease. Kathy is very easy to work with and was good with our dog, too. I would hire her again!"
Christine G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I babysit a 15-month-old boy along with my mom, we have been watching him 3 days a week since he was 2 months old. I also work at a company, babysitting during classes. The kids' ages range from 3 months to 11 years. I also work with children as a junior docent at a Museum of Natural History, I give tours to school groups,...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren is reliable and does well with the kids. She currently takes care of kids at a Jazzercise Center several nights per week. She is liked by the kids and the moms."
Tracy O.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elena. I'm 40 years old and a mother of 4 children (14, 11, 10, 7) My kids are in school . I worked for more than 3 families and I have experience with newborns, toddlers and pre-teens. I love going and playing with the kids in the park (weather permitting). I like reading books, going to the library for story...
Elena can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elena cared for our then 5 month old son when I went back to work after maternity leave. Being a mother of 4 herself and caring for many other children (including twins!) prior, Elena brought a wealth of knowledge that put my mind at ease as a first-time mother....
Quincey L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my names Shamim, the kids I watched over used to call me "MeMe" :)
I've worked full-time at a house daycare watching and taking care of 8 kids for over 10+ years.
I love children, your kids will be under great care and safety under me, this has been my passion and I will treat them like my own.
I can provide...
Shamim can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Shamim was great! My moody almost 2 YO toddler took to her right away. She was punctual, caring, and extremely responsive towards my kiddo. She proactively helped with household chores as well - she was a god send! I would totally hire her again, whenever the need...
Maryam K.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Hannah and I
a recent graduate from Chapman University. I am looking to find a regular babysitting or nannying position as I transition into living in LA. I have over 10 years of professional experience working with kids through being a camp counselor for 5 years and tons of babysitting. I absolutely love...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our needs changed so we did not end up hiring Hannah (or anyone) for a regular aftercare babysitting position. However, my kids met Hannah and loved her, and she watched them for a one-off childcare gig. She is punctual, responsible, communicative, and my kids...
Edan L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lyra (Leer-ah). I have experience babysitting children of ages ranging from 3 weeks to 13 years old. I can cook, clean, help with homework, and teach them basic piano or voice! I am currently attending grad school in Chicago! Hope to hear from you soon -- let me know if you need any more information about me or my...
Lyra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"We took a chance with care.com for the first time and found this gem! Our 2 yo daughter immediately felt safe and comfortable with Lyra which helped my husband and I feel better about leaving her. In fact, when our daughter woke up this morning, the first thing she...
Chelsea K.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
* only available for date night sitter/ booking request *
thank you so much!
Member since 2016.
About me:
I'm a reliable & easy going person. I commit myself to every family I work with and try hard to create a very strong relationship with the kids to make them feel safe. I enjoy doing arts & crafts, music, books &...
Isadora can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Isa did a wonderful job sitting our 2 year old boy. She was communicative, punctual and easy to schedule. She was very nice, thoughtful and our little boy took to her right away. They played games, with toys, and she had a nice way of keeping him in line. 5 stars...
Natasha G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ariel and I'm a 21-year-old college student. I study Piano Performance and French at Belmont University, and reside in Evanston for the summers. I have been a day camp counselor and nanny/babysitter for the past 6 summers. I have worked with all ages. I'm also CPR certified. I am looking to babysit afternoons...
Ariel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ariel is my daughter, I can say she is trustworthy, dependable, sweet, caring and compassionate. She has worked with kids as a counselor every summer and babysat throughout her high school years. She goes above and beyond with caring for other people and is highly...
Lisa R.
5.0
(3)
I have over 11 years of work experience, four of those years babysitting and nannying, six years in education (four years of tutoring ages 5-16 and two years in outdoor education and garden teaching with ages 5-16.). I am incredibly safety-minded and have been first aid/CPR trained 5 times with plans to renew in Sep 2021. I love...
Jessie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Jessie is truly outstanding with children and is a fun, loving girl who is supportive and would be an exceptional caregiver. She is knowledgeable with a wide range of ages because she was a summer camp counselor for two full summers after completing a competitive...
Jessica F.
Safiya B.
Evanston, IL
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Safiya! I started out by watching my neighbor's kids and fell in love with babysitting from there. I feel honored to have been able to witness the kids I have watched explore and grow into amazing young people. I would love to continue to be able facilitate that for other little ones. I have 4 years experience with...
Safiya can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We highly recommend Safiya! She is always on time/early, professional, and responsive. She is patient, kind, and playful with our 4 year old daughter. We feel very lucky to have met her and fully trust her with our little one, dogs, and home. "
Alex P.
Madeline H.
Evanston, IL
$20-70/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 4. 55 GPA AP Student at ETHS and future Columbia University Student with 1 year of experience as a Mathnasium trained tutor, 3+ years of tutoring experience in all subjects, and 4+ years of babysitting experience. I specializes in math up to AP Calculus, but am also proficient in English and US History, with 5s on...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddy was punctual, attentive, and a lot of fun for our boys. She is a great sitter and gives us peace of mind while we are out."
Care member
Lucy E.
Evanston, IL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lucy. Thank you for considering my profile. I am currently a student at San Diego State University and I'm home for winter break (December 28-January 14) to help with babysitting and other family needs. With COVID-19 I follow protocol and I am vaccinated/boosted. I am willing to do anything to ensure the safety of...
Lucy can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience teaching: I spent one year as a substitute in the West Chester Area School District and last year as an English teacher at a secondary school school in Spain. I am currently getting my Master's in Marriage & Family Therapy at Northwestern. I am available for babysitting some mornings/evenings and...
Julia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Julia was so wonderful with our 10-month old! Our baby has had a lot of anxiety with new people, but not Julia. They played together and read books while we got ready for a night out. Julia communicated well and only as needed while we were enjoying our night out....
Care member
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: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning & more
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Iyesha and I have 6 years of childcare experience (primarily with newborns to 5 years old.) I am a mature, responsible, reliable, and cheerful person with excellent childcare and interpersonal skills. I also have extensive experience with infants and toddlers. I simply love children, caring for them and find them...
Iyesha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
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.
Olivia O.
Evanston, IL
$20-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Olivia and I am a recent graduate from the University of Illinois. I have been babysitting for the past 7 years and feel comfortable with kids of all ages! Would love to be of help to anyone who needs
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our kids enjoyed spending time with her, and I appreciated that she was responsible and on time!"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Evanston, IL
Nia H.
5.0
She brings games to play and is very warm and caring.
- Jandella F.
Paulette K.
5.0
Paulette is amazing! She’s been taking care of our youngest daughter for 2 years since she was 5 months old. Paulette is very dependable and been tremendously helpful during our encounters with COVID, changing vacation plans and work hurdles. She is very caring, creates consistent routines and...
- Maggie H.
Katarzyna W.
5.0
Katarzyna is amazing with my 2.5 year old daughter, she is truly a natural with kids. My daughter is very attached to me but can stay with her for hours without complaining. She is sweet, easy to communicate with and just overall great at her job. Highly highly recommend!
- Cathy L.
Lauren C.
5.0
Lauren is a dear and helped us with our infant daughter in the evenings and weekend nights. She was very capable and has a great calm demeanor about her. Being a student we called on her a few days to weeks before to schedule with her. When she could help us out she was very punctual and arranged...
- Jeannine T.
Elena F.
5.0
Elena cared for our then 5 month old son when I went back to work after maternity leave. Being a mother of 4 herself and caring for many other children (including twins!) prior, Elena brought a wealth of knowledge that put my mind at ease as a first-time mother. She always ensured our son was...
- Quincey 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 100 reviews of the 203 listed babysitters.