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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
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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Part-Time Caregiver

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I am a mother of two children. My son is 11 years old and my daughter is 9. I was a special education teacher who worked in Oak Forest. I worked in the district for 15 years. Having my own children and having had worked as a teacher, I am extremely flexible. I put a lot of time and care into my job and the care of my children....

Jenn R. says "We did not end up hiring Melissa because of other conflicts, but she was responsive and polite in our communications."

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I Am Nurturing, Responsible, Thoughtful, Outgoing, And Compassionate

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
I have more then 6 years experience of babysitter working with babies, toddlers and big kids . After a while, I has changed my career and started working at the office as a medical biller. Later one, I decided to go back to doing what I am love to do the most - working with the kids. I am responsible, dependable, kind, patient,...

Care Member says "I had an exceptional experience with our babysitter. She was incredibly attentive, patient, and caring with our child. Her warm demeanor put both us and...

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Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
meal prep
Hello, thank you for your interest in my profile. My name is Lan and I am a mother of one adult son. I have experience in babysitting small children. I am patient, kind, and trustworthy. I would like to accept a job for childcare during the week. I am available for full-time or part-time. I speak both English and Mandarin I have...

Ariel Z. says "We would highly recommend Lan. She has been taking care of our baby boy for almost one year since when he was 3-month-old. She is very punctual, patient,...

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Part-Time Caregiver

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Erika, and I am 23 years old. In August of 2022 I connected with a great family on Care. com and started with them in October of 2022, where I took care of their 6-month-old girl. On busy days, if the parents needed extra help I would also take care of their 3-year-old son. The family was incredibly kind, and...

Jake N. says "We had the pleasure of having Erika as our daughter's nanny from 7 months to 18 months. Erika was incredibly reliable and always punctual. She was great...

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Full-Time Babysitter

Buffalo Grove, IL

from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am 34 years old and I live in Buffalo Grove, IL. I love kids. I have 10 years experience with children, ages 2 to 14. I am very friendly, active, reliable, and mature. While I watch your kids, I can tidy your house and do some cooking.
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Caring Nanny, Babysitter, After School Care, Mother's Helper, Certified Educator

Buffalo Grove, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My Name is Ilona and I am grateful for being interested in viewing my profile. I have many years of professional teaching, tutoring and nanny experience. I love working with kids of different ages and I always love learning new things. I can write and speak in five languages and I have earned two Associate Degrees in Arts...
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Experienced And Reliable Babysitter

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! My name is Mariana, and I am passionate about providing safe childcare. I am looking for jobs over the summer only. My goal is to create a secure and enjoyable environment for children. With 4 years of experience, I have developed a deep understanding of children's needs and behaviors. Parents often describe me as...
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Buffalo Grove, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, l'm from Thailand I work babysitter for 4 year. I live in Buffalo grove with my son and my husband, I love to work with children I can play with kids all day, if you like to know me more . Please contact me. Thank you!
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Buffalo Grove, IL

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$34/hr
15 years experience
I'm a childcare provider with a deep-rooted passion for nurturing the growth and development of children. Throughout my 15 years of experience, I've honed my skills in caring for kids of various ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, play, and...
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Tess M.'s Photo

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have worked with children in a variety of settings, from babysitting to being a role model as a camp counselor. I have worked with children since I was 16 years of age, and have always thought of myself as a good role model for many of them. I attended college at Michigan State University and obtained my degree in advertising....
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Hello I'm Elena

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
My name is Elena, and I have been a mother, teacher, and nanny for over 20 years. I have loved kids my whole life and have always enjoyed being around them and helping them grow. My whole life's work has been devoted to raising kids. After two decades, I continue to work as both a teacher and babysitter.
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Experienced Nanny Over 15 Years. Looking For Full Time Long Term Care

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$26/hr
3 years experience
Hello families! I'm looking for job full time nanny/ babysitter/ house manager job! About me: My name is Nataliya and I am 42 years old! Patient, compassionate , responsible babysitter with 15+years of experience caring for children ages newborn to 14 years old. Skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities,...
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Full-Time Or Part-Time

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello! Experienced nanny offering 9 years of experience caring for children from birth to school age, including special needs kids. A positive role model focused on the support and care of the child's development. Graduated from medical school in Ukraine with a paramedic degree where I learned how to stay calm and know how to...
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Assisted Teacher/ Floater

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Assisted lead teachers with daily lesson plans and classroom activities. Provided individualized attention to children to support their learning and development. Helped prepare learning materials and maintained a pi classroom environment. Supervised playtime and guided children in social and emotional development.
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Buffalo Grove, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Shaina! I am currently an occupational therapy doctoral student at RUSH university! I am looking for any families who may need childcare assistance on the weekends! I am passionate about working with children and their families. Three words to describe me: adaptive, creative, and enthusiastic! I have experience...
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Part Time Caregiver

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
Hi! I am a learning behavior specialist at a special education school. My students have a range of special qualities and differing unique needs. This is my first year as a teacher! I love my job and the enriching experiences we create together daily. I am looking to partner with a family to help meet their child's needs! I...
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Experienced And Devoted Nanny With Over 16 Years Of Experience

Buffalo Grove, IL

from
$25/hr
16 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Experienced and Devoted Nanny with Over 16 Years of Experience I am a professional nanny with over 16 years of experience providing exceptional care to children of various ages. My journey in childcare has been marked by deep dedication, a nurturing approach, and a commitment to creating enriching and supportive environments...
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Career Nanny Seeking Full Time Position With Awesome Kiddos!

Buffalo Grove, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a former preschool teacher assistant , current nanny and mother of a beautiful 10-year-old girl. I have over 10 years of experience and absolutely adore children. I'm comfortable with newborn-high school ages. I'm experienced in children with special needs. CPR/first aid certified! A little about me, I love reading,...
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About Me

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Rachel. I am a recent high school graduate and love working with children. I am starting college in the fall majoring in a psychology and plan to become a children's clinical psychologist. I am responsible, caring, organized, and dependable. I have 2+ years of experience working with children through before/after...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.79/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Buffalo Grove, IL

Babysitters in Buffalo Grove, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Agnieszka G.

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...

- Lisa S.

Melissa J.

We did not end up hiring Melissa because of other conflicts, but she was responsive and polite in our communications.

- Jenn R.

Olga S.

I had an exceptional experience with our babysitter. She was incredibly attentive, patient, and caring with our child. Her warm demeanor put...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Buffalo Grove, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Buffalo Grove, 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 24 babysitters in Buffalo Grove, 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.

The average rate for Buffalo Grove, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.79 per hour as of June 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 Buffalo Grove, 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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