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60 babysitters are listed in Blue Island, IL
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Blue Island, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...
Maria can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you."
Victoria R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work in a school with children that have developmental disabilities. I have been doing that for the past 15 years and prior to that I was a CNA. I enjoy working with children and adults.
Dionne can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Dionne is exceptional! My daughter absolutely loves her."
Stephanie K.
I graduated from South Suburban College.
I'd describe my personality as Motivated, Energetic, Active
I like working with kids because I grew up with little siblings and little step siblings and I like reading to them, Coloring books, Playing Learning Games with them, Taking them to the parks and watching them learn and grow...
Ryan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi. I'm Ryan. I've babysat for several special needs families in the Chicago area of all ages from ages 2 to 12.
For the past eight years I've taken on the role as a babysitter/ nanny for local neighbors, and friend. I enjoy being around kids and being that friendly person that they can rely on. I'm a strong believer in work hard play later. Once the important things are done then we can have fun. All of my kids knows and understand that...
Tamara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Karla R.
Blue Island, IL
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Karla! I Love Doing Arts And Crafts, Going On Walks & Going On Adventures!
Hi! My name is Karla. I've been babysitting since I was 18. I'm now 25 years old. I love to play with kids, go on walks, do arts & crafts and much more! I'm also a college student, I'm studying to become an early childhood teacher. And I speak two languages Spanish & English!
I'd describe my personality as caring, fun &...
Mary G.
Blue Island, IL
$14-29/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 5 brothers and sisters, I have a lot of patience and enjoy interacting with children and teaching them new things. I really enjoy taking care of newborns. I was Red Cross certified as a babysitter and I have my BLS CPR. I am a certified nursing assistant.
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Hello, my name is Maria and I am 24 years old. Since 2016, I have worked in hospitality as a caregiver , pharmacy technician and educator. I love helping out and bringing a little bit of light to peoples days!
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
I have been tutoring since I was in the 4th grade (I am currently a college student). I tutor in math and English, which are my two strongest subjects. My 3. 5 college GPA and high standardized testing scores are what qualify me as a great tutor for students from 1st to 12th grade.
Mckenzie R.
Blue Island, IL
$14-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I recently graduated high school and will be attending DePaul University this upcoming fall as a criminology major with a minor in psychology. I am the eldest in my family and have been babysitting family members as well as family friends children for...
Mckenzie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have experience with animals and absolutely love them. I always had a dog since I was a child. I do like cats as well. My last cat passed away last year. I had him for 19 wonderful years.
Dionne can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding
Pamela S.
Blue Island, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Caring, Reliable, Mature Family Collaborator!
Compassionate, caring, reliable, mature mom with 20 plus years of child care both inside and out side of the home seeks to provide exceptional support to families. My experience in this area includes hands on child care and coursework in early childhood development and education. Currently, I'm working on a degree in Early...
Pamela can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CNA
Simon V.
Blue Island, IL
$14/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've never been an hired babysitter my experience came from looking after my younger cousins and my niece when she was born.
Simon can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Cydnee C.
Blue Island, IL
$8-10/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Cydnee, I am a 20-year-old college student looking to work the duration of the summer for my tuition. Though I don't have much paid experience, I do have experience caring for family and friends' pets as well as my own. I love spending time with my animals, I am punctual, detail oriented, and can't wait to work...
Cydnee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
4 years of child experience! Ive been a swim instructor, daycare teacher, babysitter and tutoring. I love working with children and being able to help them grow
Jahzara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
Since a young girl I have always been passionate about caring for children. I have worked in multiple daycares, I have worked as a teachers' aid for preschool and kindergarten students, I assist with the childrens' service at my church, and I have recently obtained a job as a pre-k teacher while still pursuing a degree in early...
Meshon can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
Jasmine S.
Blue Island, IL
$22/hr • 7 yrs exp
I Will Protect And Nurture Your Child As If They Were My Own.
Hello I am a mother. I have 10 years of experience with children ranging from 0-teens. I am creative and love arts and crafts. I can cook and am able to provide stability for your child and make them feel comfortable. I can teach children while providing love and supportive them through their growing milestone. I can support mom...
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Jasmine S.
Blue Island, IL
$14-19/hr
I have a special place in my heart for the elderly. Since I was a little girl my grandmother would take me to nursing homes with her so we could play bingo and just spend time with seniors.
Jasmine can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
I am a teachers aide for children that have developmental disabilities. I have been doing this for 13 years now. Prior to that I was a C. N. A for about 6 years. I also worked with adults with developmental disabilities and have been doing that for about 8 years. I absolutely love what I do. Best of all I love making a...
April O.
Blue Island, IL
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was a Junior in Highschool. I took a class where I worked with preschoolers and able to care for them and learned how to write lessons for them. I recently graduated from Eastern Illinois university with a Bachelors in early childhood education. Throughout my time in college I worked at...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Blue Island, IL:
How can I find a Blue Island babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Blue Island, 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 30 babysitters in Blue Island, 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 Blue Island, IL?
The average rate for Blue Island, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.10 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 Blue Island, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Blue Island, 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.