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Florica Cristina F.

Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children. I have a year of experience providing reliable childcare and support to families. My patient and calm nature allows me to handle any situation with ease, while my creativity and imagination ensure that...
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Kayleigh R.

Arlington Heights, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I've been caring for children for over six years, and it brings me immense joy to witness their growth and development. I believe in creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, loved, and encouraged to learn and explore. I am known for my patience, creativity, and friendly nature. I believe open communication is...
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Erica M.

Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hi! my name is Erica and I am a stay at home mom to 3 girls. I love children and enjoy helping them to learn and grow. I am very responsible and loving and am looking for another child to bring into my home.
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Lilian S.

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Nice to meet you, I'm 35 years old. 8 years experienced nanny. 2 years as an au pair. Good references. Non smoker. Ok with pets. Any questions please let me know. Thank you. I hope to hear from you soon.
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Grace R.

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have always loved bonding with kids and not only becoming their babysitter, but being a person they can trust and have fun with. I have been working at Goldfish Swim School as a front desk representative for 4 years. In my free time, the thing I love to do most is play with my 2 dogs and 3 cats. I also love to read, listen to...

Nancy Z. says "Grace is a polite, punctual, and friendly sitter. She understands children and acts professionally to her passion in early childhood. She is responsible...

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Anna I.

Experienced babysitter available occasional evenings and weekends

Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have six years of baby-sitting and senior care 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...
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Zhenya I.

Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a driven and compassionate healthcare professional. My qualifications include: -Accountable and responsible with a strong focus on patient wellness. -Organized with strong interpersonal skills. -Professional in caring for geriatric patients to improve overall health and well being.
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Stela K.

Long Time Babysitter And Senior Caregiver

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Stella. I've been working as a babysitter for over 10 yrs now + 7 yrs as a senior caregiver: 4 yrs with a newborn and another 4 with an autistic teen and his brother and sister (also teens). Additionally I have worked with twins, can help with laundry, meal preparation. I am a responsible, dependable and caring...

Tamara C. says "Stela was absolutely amazing!!! There are not enough good things I could say about her. I have a 2 1/2-year-old daughter and an 8 month old son. She...

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Jessica H.

Babysitter Available

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! I'm a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 13 years of experience supporting children, families, and individuals in various settings. I started babysitting at 14 and have since worked as a nanny and in numerous caregiving roles. I hold a degree from Western Michigan University in Family Science with a Social Work...

Beth K. says "Jessica is a very personable and responsible young woman. We used her for a date night and she was great with our three year old! Definitely felt...

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Katelyn B.

Responsible, Straight-A Student Looking To Babysit

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi everyone, I'm Katelyn . I'm 18 years old and am looking to babysit this spring/summer. I am trying to earn money for college. I have a lot of experience with kids as I have many little cousins. I am CPR and AED certified. In addition, I have First Aid Training for Infants, Children, and Adults. Currently, I am in high school...

Mark K. says "She arrived on time, and did a fantastic job with our daughter! We look to rehire her again in the near future!"

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Jade A.

Happy And Energized College Sitter!

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Jade, I am currently in college trying to achieve my BSN. I now have a 15-year-old brother who I've helped care for since I was 9 and I have been babysitting for family and close friends since 16. I have two Godsons who I love with my entire world. They are Irish twins and I have been caring for them since they...

Jas L. says "Jade is really sweet and caring. You can tell how much she loves kids and is always willing to make them smile! She babysat for my niece a few times and by...

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Rebecca S.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Rebecca! I am currently a 1st grade teacher at an elementary school! In previous years I have taught Kindergarten and 3rd grade. I have my degree in Elementary Education (Birth-grade 6). I have worked with children from birth-12. I have tons of experience with kids through teaching, and nannying as well as...

Stephanie D. says "Rebecca was great with our two boys (21 months and 5 years old). When we came back home, the younger one was happily snuggling with her while my older...

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Agnieszka G.

Babysitter

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm 45 years, married and I am a mother of two (23 and 16) Non smoker woman. Currently I am working full time as assistant in a Law Office, but this position is not working anymore for me. As a babysitter I have been working for many years , from newborn to teenager. I am a mother, so I totally understand that for each parents...

Lisa S. says "Agnus has been a gift to our family!! She is warm, friendly, nurturing, and so loving to our children! Both my toddler (3) and my infant (8 months) light up...

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Mimi S.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Mimi. I currently attend UIC and am in my last semester of Teaching of History to become a high school teacher. I have worked on and off babysitting, lifeguarded for 2 years, and worked as a chef instructor for elementary aged kids.

Dorothy I. says "We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks....

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Samantha T.

A Little More About Me (Samy)

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a sociable and cheerful individual, who enjoys spending time with children. I find them to be adorable and great companions. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages, from newborns up to 5-6-year-olds. This experience comes from caring for my nieces, nephews, siblings, and other babysitting...

Kayla S. says "Samantha was so sweet and took great care of my 10mo."

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Jasmin M.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, welcome! :) As far as childcare goes, I have worked at multiple daycares for a cumulative of five years as well as within a school district where I was a paraprofessional one school year and the school's health clerk another. Throughout my six years worth of work experience, I was fortunate to develop meaningful...

Isis F. says "I used to work with Jasmin at a daycare center and I can guarantee that she is a very hard worker and passionate about working with kids. She is very...

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Anna K.

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Along with my extensive background in housekeeping, I was also a child care giver. I took care of children of all ages as well as raised three wonderful children of my own. I will treat your children like my own! Just give me a call!

Farheen A. says "Anna was great for housekeeping services! Looking forward to working with her again."

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Fe Esperanza B.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I am Fe with 17 years of experience, providing exceptional care for babies and kids. Adapt at children's daily schedules, including meals, school and recreational activities. I am proficient in communicating and have ability to assist children with school work. My first employer on 2008 to mid of 2010 has two kids both...

Alain C. says "She's very dependable, responsible, honest and courteous. I found her self motivated, punctual. I can say with all honesty that she have shown integrity...

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Susan P.

Mature Nanny / Babysitter Looking For Full Or Part-Time Work

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Below you'll find a brief synopsis of my interests, education and experience. I enjoy all different kinds of sports, reading, riding my bike, and swimming. I started babysitting when I was 10 years old. I have worked in two day care centers while in college, worked as a nanny and in a daycare and and continued to babysit for...

Michelle M. says "Susie was extremely personable and warm. She had great experience with children, was honest and open and was SO responsive to my emails. She even helped...

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Shana G.

All About Me

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
My name is Shana. I live in Glenview, Illinois. I have worked with children for 15 years. I started out as a camp counselor working with ages 6-12, and I've worked as a part-time babysitter in the Glenview area working with the ages of 4 months to 7 years old. I was a teacher in the Glenview area for two years working in the...

Robert S. says "Shana was ready to go the second she walked in the door. She asked good questions as we showed her our son's supplies and explained his bedtime routine....

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

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

Grace R.

Grace is a polite, punctual, and friendly sitter. She understands children and acts professionally to her passion in early childhood. She is...

- Nancy Z.

Stela K.

Stela was absolutely amazing!!! There are not enough good things I could say about her. I have a 2 1/2-year-old daughter and an 8 month old...

- Tamara C.

Jessica H.

Jessica is a very personable and responsible young woman. We used her for a date night and she was great with our three year old!...

- Beth K.

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 August 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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