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Suzie N.

Experienced Babysitter Or Nanny Available Full Or Part-Time

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a loving mother of 2 grow daughter's ages 29 and 25. I was a stay at home mother with them until my youngest was in 8th grade. During my time raising my girls. I also watched others children. I am experienced with all ages. Kids are my passion and love being around them. I am very active with them to make sure they have a...

Kim K. says "We hired Suzie to watch our boys when they were 2 and 3 yrs old. She was great and they love her. She took them on outings to the library, parks and kept...

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Nicole K.

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, I'm Nicole, and I'm thrilled to connect with you! Currently a Junior at UIC, I bring with me 7 years of valuable babysitting experience. My passion for being around kids is deeply rooted in my upbringing, where I had the privilege of caring for little ones I've known since their toddler days. My approach to babysitting is...

Care Member says "Nicole was very attentive and helpful with my 2yo son. I felt comfortable with her from the start and saw how easily she bonded with my son. Nicole is...

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Elwira S.

Part-Time Nanny

Arlington Heights, IL

4.5(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I'm patient, caring, kind, respectful and punctual. My work history: At my first babysitting job, I took care of a 3-year-old girl for 3 years. At my next job where I worked for 6 months, I took care of 2 boys: 7 and 11 years old. I picked them up from school, helped them with homework and drove them to all kinds of activities....

Care Member says "Elwira helped me care for my 2 girls for 4 plus years and was very dependable, caring, helpful and has friendly personality. I was lucky to find such...

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Marina S.

Creative Sitter

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hi, my name is Marina. Working with newborns and children has always come naturally to me. I've worked with many families both long and short term and have 15 years of experience. I am a calm, caring, attentive and creative. I am a lifelong artist and use those creative skills daily. I feel families have an easy time trusting me...

Danielle A. says "Marina has worked with us for just about a year and we absolutely adore her. Marina has a kind, gentle energy and it was clear from the beginning that...

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Selena O.

Hi, May Name Is Selena, I Am A Passionate And Dedicated Person.

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Selena. I am qualified nanny with 6+ years of childcare expirience, providing exceptional service to families in Northshore area. I am very comfortable with infants, toddlers, and Preschoolers. I focus on creating a safe and nurturing environment for children, while implementing age-appropriate activities. I...

Care Member says "We love Selena! She is fun, energetic, playful, and loving. She had my two boys doing unique and stimulating activities every day. She would sing to...

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Zoe A.

Adventurous Sitter

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi parents! I'm reliable and patient and have over 8 years of experience when it comes to working with children.

Care Member says "Dedicated caregiver with a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for the well-being of children and your animals! Proven expertise in childcare...

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Candice W.

Fun And Inspirational Sitter

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
My name is Candice and I am a business major at CSUN. I enjoy reading, hiking, cooking and relaxing in my spare time. I love children. No I don't have any children of my own yet because I do want to finish school first, but I cannot wait for that day! I love the joy that kids bring on a day to day basis. They are always happy,...

Alyson S. says "We hired Candice for a temporary position before moving to NY. She was dependable and was also willing to sit for days not on her schedule. My son really...

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Megan M.

Full Time/part Time Babysitter/Pet Care

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I currently work in sales during the week 8 a.m. till 5 p.m. Looking for either one times jobs or part time jobs as well for babysitting and pet sitting. I have a lot of experience with taking care of animals and babysitting as well. Feel free to ask me any questions and hopefully I will be a good candidate in what you're...
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Josselyn S.

Experienced Babysitter

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hi! I am Josselyn and I'm a 31-year-old mental health professional. I have been working with children for 10+ years. I have worked with children in schools, day cares, homes, residential homes, and clinics. The children I have taken care of have been between the ages of 6 months - 18-year-olds. In the past I have helped children...
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Lauren T.

Part-time Babysitter/tutor

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
3x college grad with degrees in Education. Reading teacher background as well. Open to tutoring, cleaning, errand running, babysitting or all of the above. Available nights, weekends, and summers Clear CBC (paperwork proof).
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Anna I.

Experienced babysitter available occasional evenings and weekends

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I have six years of baby-sitting experience. I have worked with all children ages from infant to 7 years old. I love my job I love to play with children. I help in the household too like cleaning take care of the laundry. I am nice, patient, like to talk to the children, play games, read book,s help with homework, etc. I am...
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Andrea M.

Full-Time/Part-Time Babysitter Available

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hi families. I am a nanny/sitter with many years of experience in caring for children. I have cared for children of all ages. From newborns up to teenagers. I do have great references which can be given upon request. My tasks have not only consisted of caring for the kids, but also meal prep, taking children to activities,...
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Kristina K.

Kristina - Caring And Engaging Babysitter

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hi! My name is Kristina, I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person, and I am 29 years old. I love working with kids and individuals of all ages! I used to be a camp counselor for about 7 years, and I have 10+ years of experience working with children, and volunteering in special education. I can help with Cooking,...
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Nicole Q.

Responsible Yet Fun Babysitter!

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$40/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
I'm a third-grade teacher who loves working with kids. With a few years of classroom experience, I've learned how to make learning fun and engaging for elementary-aged students. I offer tutoring sessions that help kids build strong skills in reading, writing, and math. My approach is patient and encouraging, making sure every...
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Maria Gabriela A.

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I'm a responsible, caring, and experienced nanny who enjoys working with children of all ages. I'm passionate about creating a safe and fun environment while supporting each child's emotional and educational development. I'm skilled in meal preparation, organizing creative activities, and managing daily routines. I'm punctual,...
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Mirna R.

Fun, Loving, Memory-making Nanny....

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$23/hr
8 years experience
I am 38 years old, I am from Venezuela, by profession I am a dental hygienist, and a babysitter since 2016. I consider myself a person, responsible, hard-working, affectionate, proactive. I would love to be given the opportunity to be part of your family. Loving, Patient and Fun I like taking care of children, I love them....
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Nataliya C.

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Patient, compassionate , responsible babysitter with 10+years of experience caring for children ages newborn to 14 years old. Skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while demonstrating priority in children's safety and well-being.
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Brooklyn V.

Arlington Heights, IL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as fun, adaptable, and outgoing I like working with kids because everyday is a new experience. Each time I am with kids, there is a new activity or adventure I get to learn or experience. I love the joy in seeing kids happy and getting to live their life full of fun. I'm looking for a job that is...
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Sylvia M.

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sylvia, and I am an experienced and dependable babysitter and tutor with over 5 years of experience caring for and assisting children of all ages. Due to my extensive background in child care, I am confident that I can provide your little one with a stimulating, safe, and uplifting environment. In previous years,...
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Ilona S.

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I'm a kind and enthusiastic childcare provider with a decade of experience, as a babysitter and nanny. My passion for fostering children's growth and positive experiences in previous babysitting roles motivated me to become a caregiver. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, and I love playing outdoor sports, board games, and...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.49/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Arlington Heights, IL

Babysitters in Arlington Heights, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Suzie N.

We hired Suzie to watch our boys when they were 2 and 3 yrs old. She was great and they love her. She took them on outings to the library,...

- Kim K.

Nicole K.

Nicole was very attentive and helpful with my 2yo son. I felt comfortable with her from the start and saw how easily she bonded with my son....

- Care member

Elwira S.

Elwira helped me care for my 2 girls for 4 plus years and was very dependable, caring, helpful and has friendly personality. I was lucky to...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Arlington Heights, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Arlington Heights, 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 47 babysitters in Arlington Heights, 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.

The average rate for Arlington Heights, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.49 per hour as of July 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Arlington Heights, IL through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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