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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
Priscila T.
Chicago, IL
$20-100/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 26 Years old, I work with multiple families with up to 4 children at a time under my care, with 5+ years of experience in childcare. I have a daughter of my own, motherhood has been life changing for me, and it's the best part of my life. I usually work part-time with families since I'm attending online school perusing my...
Priscila can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Priscila was great with our 1 year old and 4 year old. The kids both loved her (my 4 year old keeps asking for her to come back to play). Will definitely use her again!!"
Bethany H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Janayah and I absolutely love kids! I have 4 years of experience, babysitting my many cousins that very from newborns to high school. I also have experience tutoring young kids and high school students. I can have my own car so transportation is not an issue and I'm willing to drive children around. While I don't have a...
Janayah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Janayah is a sweet and caring person. Great communication, timely, and attentive between interview and on-site training day. My twins liked her as she was very engaging and very welcoming. Unfortunately, due to scheduling needs we weren't able to hire her."
Jacqueline C.
Maura S.
Tinley Park, IL
$45-60/hr • 8 yrs exp
Science And Math Tutor-Grade 3 To College Level. Available Weeknights And Weekends.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always had a passion for teaching and tutoring others. While attending the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, I tutored elementary and high school aged students in the area and taught science summer classes through Kid's Institute. While in college, I tutored calculus for Ripon College and was the Genetics tutor at...
5.0
"Maura is awesome! Beside being very intelligent, she is responsible, available and really good at what she does. Maura has tutored my daughter for about 1 1/2 years. Last year she helped my daughter go from C's and D's in pre-calc to A's! This school year she has...
Eva L.
4.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a part-time bilingual nursing student with 6 years of nanny/babysitting experience and at least 8+ households (references). I do hold an A. S., CPR, active CNA certification, clean driving, and background history. I am COVID-19 vaccinated.
My interest for childcare started after high school, after caring for my family's...
Britania can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Britania interviewed with us and was an excellent candidate for our nanny position. She interviewed over the phone and in person. She is very knowledgeable and experienced with children and house management duties. She shows an excitement when talking about doing...
Liz B.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hiiiii!
My name is Francisca and I'm currently a sophomore at Daley College.
I love kids and babysitting, I tend to have a lot of patience with kids and my love kids and taking care of them is something that I find natural and easy to do
I've been babysitting since I was 10 years old. I took care of my younger siblings...
Francisca can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
3.0
"Francisca was great initially - she watched the kids, and did some light housework when the kids messed something up! It was great. She was with us for 2 months and she didn't provide adequate notice when she wanted to stop working. We could see signs of...
Myra C.
5.0
(1)
Hi parents! I am a college graduate of 3 majors that include both social and hard sciences. I was a math tutor since elementary school (though unpaid until sometime in high school) and often assisted my siblings and various neighborhood kids. Previous homework help/tutoring work includes working at a math and science school for...
5.0
"Rebecca has been an amazing Math tutor to my 8th grade daughter. I wanted a tutor to help her with homework but also help her with her confidence. Rebecca is a great role model! She has been so patient, punctual and she took the time to learn the learning style of...
Carolina E.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I work for Primrose School of Buckhead as a assistant teacher. I'm looking for more opportunities to care for children due to it being something I'm honestly really good at on the side of my passion for wholistic healing for all ages. I love to be outdoors and indoors. I love arts and craft in terms of creating something out...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica sat twice for my children (first time on very short notice). She was outstanding and immediately engaging with the kids, quickly learning their likes and interest. My kids had a fantastic time with her. Jessica was very flexible and communicative, and I...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Currently: UNAVAILABLE as NANNY.
About me: Hello there, my name is Julia, but you can call me Julie and I'm 28. I have been watching, caring for, and babysitting since I was 10 years old. I genuinely love watching and caring for children and have the most experience with newborns-6yo. I have been a career nanny exclusively for...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julie was a part of our family for two years. She was able to expertly manage twins from infants to toddlers as well as my older son. She is creative, attentive, loving, dependable, and punctual. Would highly highly recommend."
Erin K.
Christina P.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic, Fun, Experienced Nanny Looking For Occasional Work
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Christina, I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, I have over 10 years of childcare experience, and I am currently looking for full or part time work. In my years working with children, I have babysat, I have nannied; live-in, full- and part-time, and I have taught swim lessons. I am CPR certified, and I have an...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Christina watched my two boys, ages 1 and 3, who are not used to being with a babysitter. She did a wonderful job playing with them and putting them to bed. My three year old kept asking when she was coming back! I'll definitely be giving her a call again."
Amy H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
My love for children is immeasurable. I truly enjoy spending time with kids as they are not just curious but genuine, active, and find silliness everywhere. There is so much to learn from them. At a young age, I became a second mom to my siblings which grew this innate nurturing instinct that allowed me to work with/for almost...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca was wonderful, and we have already asked her to help again next week. Our girls had a great time with her, and we would absolutely recommend her. Thank you Rebecca!"
Ryan M.
Amanda K.
Oak Lawn, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a nursing student, my goal is to specialize in pediatrics, children are my passion it's who I want to be around for the rest of my life, I have many years of babysitting experience ranging from newborns to school age children. I am a very energetic and outgoing babysitter, I plan activities and always make sure...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
4.0
"Amanda worked with our family for a couple of weeks. She was great with our boys. Scheduling was an issue so we parted ways."
Patricia L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been care-taking for five years professionally. When I was 25 my spouse was diagnosed with Cancer so I have been care-taking non professionally for a long time. My last client was 94 and required bathing, dressing, cooking, house keeping, transportation back and for to the doctor and medication management. I am outgoing...
Rebecca can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, visiting physician, hospice services, dementia & more
5.0
"Rebecca is a very caring person.She has a great personality with her patients and makes them feel comfortable.She makes sure her patients needs are met. It's a plus that she is a very good cook and can do extra household chores also.I highly reccomend Rebecca and...
Maureen C.
Makayla B.
Chicago, IL
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello i've been babysitting since I was 9 have tons of experience with working with children. It's amazing how much you can learn and grow from them as well. I'm perfect for date nights or last-minute calls if you have any more questions please don't hesitate to ask, I enjoy reading stories, cooking/baking and making forts.
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"She definitely love kids and take her job serious."
David A.
4.2
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I look forward to meeting you & your family!
I am hoping to be the go to date day/night babysitter for a few families in the southwest suburbs or downtown Chicago. At the moment I am available during the evenings & weekends. I also have a somewhat flexible schedule & can be available last minute during the day. I am a...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brittany was our babysitter and I cannot say enough great things about her! Any family would be lucky to have her. She is kind, responsible, and dependable. I felt complete confidence in my children's safety and well-being when I left them in Brittany's care. She...
Kara S.
Alexis C.
Orland Park, IL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.4
(7)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Alexis and I have been enjoying care-giving for as long as I can remember. I have about 5 years experience with family's since I was 16 years old. Though I started sitting my cousins and family friends kids since about 12 years old. I have a certificate in First Aid Training/CPR. A little bit about me, I...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"If you are looking for care for you..then the buck stops here!!! Alexis is one of the most caring young lady I know. Alexis gives 100% to whatever she does. Alexis is dependable, and hardworking, trustworthy. I believe she gives caring another meaning. She has the...
Theresa R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide loving pet care in your home. I am a longtime pet parent of one dog and one cat. I love all animals and most of them love me back! I'm not familiar with reptile or small rodent care. One of my hobbies is baking homemade dog treats, because I believe our dog's health is just as important as ours! I am not available for...
Lori can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am 34 years old & have over 20 years of nanny & babysitting experience, ages ranging from 6 weeks and up! I have 11 years of experience with individuals of all ages with various special needs. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology & Human Development, a year & a half of Child Counseling Masters level experience,...
5.0
"We are so lucky to have found Emily! Our daughter clicked with her right from the start! She's so sweet and asked all the appropriate questions! We are super grateful to have her watch or daughter!"
Breann W.
5.0
(1)
Im a loving person I like to help others. I have 6 years of experience in Senior Care. I have experience with people with disabilities also with palsy and Alzheimer. I have experience with hospice too.
Alexandra can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, personal care, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"She is very responsible, and has good experience."
Care member
Ashley R.
Homewood, IL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi there, I'm Ashley! I'm 26 years old.
I live in Homewood, IL. I have about 6 years of experience in childcare with many more of babysitting when I was younger. Let me know if you're interested or have any questions! :)
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Great with kids! I have 2 boys and they loved her!!! Always on time and gets everything done. My kids won't stop asking me when she's coming over again! "
Sarah J.
Samantha S.
Orland Park, IL
$21/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 29 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Samantha. I am looking to help out with date nights. I have worked for multiple families long term and have experience with different age groups. My youngest I've worked with was twin newborns and the oldest was 12 years old. References are available upon request. I am very active and like to play games and make...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha was amazing with the 3 kids and German Shepherd. She played games, did crafts and baked with them keeping them busy the entire 8 hours she was with them. Super friendly and great communication. I would highly recommend her."
Don C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Blue Island, IL
Priscila T.
5.0
Priscila was great with our 1 year old and 4 year old. The kids both loved her (my 4 year old keeps asking for her to come back to play). Will definitely use her again!!
- Bethany H.
Janayah A.
5.0
Janayah is a sweet and caring person. Great communication, timely, and attentive between interview and on-site training day. My twins liked her as she was very engaging and very welcoming. Unfortunately, due to scheduling needs we weren't able to hire her.
- Jacqueline C.
Maura S.
5.0
Maura is awesome! Beside being very intelligent, she is responsible, available and really good at what she does. Maura has tutored my daughter for about 1 1/2 years. Last year she helped my daughter go from C's and D's in pre-calc to A's! This school year she has helped her get an A in Calculus (1st...
- Eva L.
Britania D.
5.0
She helped my in-laws take care of our kids and my brother-in-law's kids (5 total kids all 4 and under). She was a huge help and great with the kids. I would definitely hire her again in the future.
- Mary P.
Francisca A.
3.0
Francisca was great initially - she watched the kids, and did some light housework when the kids messed something up! It was great. She was with us for 2 months and she didn't provide adequate notice when she wanted to stop working. We could see signs of disengagement 2 weeks out because the kids...
- Myra C.
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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 $16.20 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.