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130 babysitters are listed in Skokie, IL
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Skokie, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm a mature, responsible, reliable, college graduated professional with more than 10 years experience working with children from 0 to 12 years of age in diverse home, school and daycare settings. Currently working full time and looking for Saturday/Sunday hours only.
I'm a mom of an 11 years old amazing girl, I'm CPR...
Eva can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eva was with us for almost four years and still would be had we not had a sudden change in income status. She is a patient, compassionate, endearing and reliable caretaker. The day that Eva walked out of our door after her interview, I looked at my husband and...
Andrea M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since I was young, I was always seen to be a babysitter for my family members as well as their friends. Over the years, I have babysat my younger brother since he was 6-7 years old. I have also watched after family friends children before too. For instance, I have babysat three children at once ranging from 5 to 13 years old. I...
Madeline can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Madeline was terrific with our kids and very nice to work with. We look forward to working with her again."
Christopher C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! :)
My name is Jasmine! I am currently a college student at North Park University, majoring in a BSN. I am the oldest in my family of two brothers, and I also have a ton of younger cousins so I've had a lot of experience taking care of younger kids. I've been doing it for years now, and I really find a lot of joy...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine was with our family for a full year. She became more than a babysitter, more than a nanny, she was a member of the family. She cared for our 3 and 5 year old with love and care, but also was able to keep things in control! We are sad our schedules didn't...
Alan K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience babysitting began when I was just 12 years old. I put an ad in a local newspaper. I got one response and with my mother's supervision, I took care of a 3-year-old boy that summer. The relationship with him and his family turned into a 25-year friendship. I babysat throughout high school and then eight years ago, I...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Nancy is sent from heaven!! As a mom new to IL, finding a new sitter always made me a bit nervous. That changed shortly after meeting Nancy! She engaged and got to know the kids from the start. She gave us a full report each time we returned home. My kids are so...
Jc B.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with child care and I am mother. I love activities outside and inside the house, if it is possible not to use screens with children. I love to play and make them lough, it really makes me happy to be with children. I consider myself an organized person and I love order. I am looking for a family that is...
Raiza can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Raiza was completely reliable and extremely skilled. Her English is very good. We do not speak Spanish and were able to communicate perfectly with Raiza. She agreed to a complicated schedule and was flexible when we asked for changes with little notice. Our...
Marcia R.
4.9
(23)
Dependable & Professional Nanny with 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development, ABA therapist & Newborn Care Specialist certified.
Hello Families, my name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I've been working with children for the past 12 years in position of Nanny,...
Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"We hired Vanessa for the weekend shift. She was very professional and had a soothing personality that my kids were hugging and kissing her end of the day. Which was very surprising. She is playful, yet strict and focused on educational growth. She taught me how to...
Care member
4.2
(5)
Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified.
Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
Danielle S.
Skokie, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I have lots of experience caring for children including babysitting for over 10 years, nannying in the summers, camp counselor for grade school-aged children, and teacher's aide at a religious school. I have cared for children as young as two months and as old as 13. I have driven children to schools and camps, made them...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very sweet and patient playing with our one year old. We were always confident she was in good hands with Danielle."
Liz P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years experience in babysitting children. I nannied for a while in the city then got a full time job and picked up weekend and some week night shifts. I can help with various duties while watching the kids such as cooking, helping with homework, doing laundry etc.
I love working with all age rages of kids! I am a CTRS...
Clariza can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Instantly felt comfortable leaving my little one with Clariza. She was organized, kind and very lovely - we will certainly hire her again."
Liz H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for children ranging in ages from two months of age up until 11-year-olds. Additionally I have 30 years of experience of being a mother to two of my own wonderful children. I believe in providing the kids I babysit with the same holistic care I provided my children when I was a stay-at-home mother. I can...
Aashiq can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aashiq has been a part of our family for more than two years. My sons, now 4 and 2, start each morning with one question: "Is today an Aashiq day?" - and each day, they light up when the answer is yes. Her calm has become our calm, and has influenced my boys as...
Katie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love working with children. I enjoy playing and reading to them. I have experience with infants and toddlers in a classroom setting as well as a nanny.
Mounia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Honey Jane P.
Skokie, IL
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Warm, Loving And Caring - Provides Comfort And Safety To Clients Round The Clock.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Driven and compassionate Caregiver with 10+ years proven track record in elderly and disabled caregiving in their private homes, nursing homes, Assisted Living. I am Hardworking and honest, known to provide companionship to the elderly while performing light housekeeping tasks and running errands.
Honey Jane can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
5.0
"Jane is an amazing Care-provider! She was willing to do whatever-it-takes to give the care needed for our elderly father. As the needs increased she communicated with our family and always helped with the solution for the next step. She is kind and loving yet...
Randy R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm reliable, dependable, detail oriented, friendly, energetic person who like action, like to be busy. With full job, 2 teenage boys, a husband and 2 cats I know how to manage things out around the house. For past 10 years. I was working as a nanny for a single mom, very busy and successful, business women with two adapted,...
Patrycja can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Very dependable and reliable service.
I would recommend her services.
Thank you Patrycja"
Rafael C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a University graduate who has long-term experience as an infant nanny, personal assistant, and house manager.
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah traveled with us to Greece and Italy minding two babies. The babies loved her and she was such a pleasure to be around! Optimistic and responsible. We loved her. "
Care member
Laila O.
Skokie, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Laila, I'm a 59-year-old experienced mother of four kids, I am fluent in English, Assyrian and Arabic. I currently work as an assistant teacher for special Ed kids.
4.0
"Laila was our nanny for 8 weeks. She was very kind and always on time. She took care of our 16 month old daughter and did everything we asked. Helped with laundry and made meals. Unfortunately the language barrier was to hard for our family. We had a hard time...
Krista M.
Malaika A.
Skokie, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time/Full-Time Babysitter Available To Start Immediately
Hi! I am a medical graduate. I have always had a passion for being a caregiver. I have provided care for children ranging from newborn months to 16 years of age. Besides occasionally babysitting back in high school, I worked in the kid's zone of the recreational center during my first year of college, supervising children...
Malaika can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I babysat for three younger girls at the same time. Ages 8, 10 and 12. I would drive them from school practices and watch them at home while parents were away at work. I planned activities with them, helped them with homework, and mainly created art/crafts school projects with them.
Alex can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Viola A.
Skokie, IL
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible And Honest Housekeeper, house Sitter And Babysitter, available On All Weekdays.
I live on Skokie IL . Actually I'm dependable house cleaner. I am looking for houses to clean in the Skokie, Evanston , Winnetka , Wilmette Northbrook , Glenview , Morton Grove areas. I used to work for one family 6000 sq ft house in Hinsdale IL for 16 years ( housekeeping, babysitting , dog walker, driver) and I'm still working...
Viola can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, dusting, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Priscilla M.
Skokie, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced And Engaging Babysitter: Providing Fun, Safe, And Reliable Care
Hi! My name is Priscilla, and I have three years of experience babysitting children from ages 4 to 13 while attending college. During this time, I've honed my caregiving skills and developed patience, creativity, and effective problem-solving abilities. Engaging children in age-appropriate activities, ensuring their safety, and...
Hi! My name is Sofija and I have 2 years of babysitting experience with children ranging from 1 to 10 years old. I've always loved working with kids, and plan on becoming a pediatric nurse in the future. I am reliable, patient, and kind with all the children I work with. Under my supervision, your kids will have fun and learn...
Sofija can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Skokie, IL
Eva S.
5.0
Eva was with us for almost four years and still would be had we not had a sudden change in income status. She is a patient, compassionate, endearing and reliable caretaker. The day that Eva walked out of our door after her interview, I looked at my husband and said I hope she wants to be with our...
- Andrea M.
Madeline M.
5.0
Madeline was terrific with our kids and very nice to work with. We look forward to working with her again.
- Christopher C.
Jasmine U.
5.0
Jasmine was wonderful! She looked after our baby girl from 3 months to 6 months full-time.
She kept her engaged with lots of activities and even helped us with sleep training. She's was very dependable and caring!
- Bella P.
Nancy J.
5.0
Nancy is sent from heaven!! As a mom new to IL, finding a new sitter always made me a bit nervous. That changed shortly after meeting Nancy! She engaged and got to know the kids from the start. She gave us a full report each time we returned home. My kids are so comfortable with her, she feels like...
- Jc B.
Raiza B.
5.0
My 2-year-old granddaughter absolutely loves Raiza. She's always happy after their time together. Raiza is trustworthy, kind, and dependable as can be. We feel so lucky to have found her. I would recommend her to anyone. She really is a gem.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Skokie, IL:
How can I find a Skokie babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Skokie, 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 130 babysitters in Skokie, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Skokie, IL?
The average rate for Skokie, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.08 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 Skokie, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Skokie, 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 Skokie, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Skokie, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 64 reviews of the 130 listed babysitters.