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60 babysitters are listed in Chicago Ridge, IL
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Chicago Ridge, IL
Mary M.
Palos Hills, IL
$13-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a positive, energetic, and compassionate sitter ready to work with kids of any age! I have been babysitting for about 7 years with kids of different ages and abilities. I have experience with newborns to adults, through babysitting, caregiving, teaching, and coaching. I am looking for an evening shift with kids of any age,...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Kylie S.
Willowbrook, IL
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, down to earth, adaptive. I do not drink, smoke, or party so I feel that I'm mature, responsible, and reliable. I'm fully vaccinated and 3x boosted.
LGBTQIA+ ally.
I have references.
I like working with kids because they're very imaginative and important to our future.
I'm looking...
Kylie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kylie was prompt, attentive to my kids, positive, and responsible."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amber, and I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and am going on my 5th year of teaching Special Education. I have experience with all ages, birth through high school, and have worked full time nanny jobs, as well as part time jobs picking children up, overnights, and much more!
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We found Amber through Care to help us out when our Nanny was on vacation. Amber was amazing with my 1 and 3 yr old sons. I was very anxious about having a stranger with the kids while I was gone all day but she graciously met us at a playground and my kids...
Alejandra R.
Lily S.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've helped family many times with cleaning and I always do my best.
I used to clean my neighbors house also.
I'm always open to expand my experience.
Lily can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"Lily was great with our 2 dogs they are not the easiest to watch during the day! She was on time and great at communicating and asked great questions to give the best care for our pups! Will gladly hire again!"
Kendall S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my names Kaitlyn. I've been working professionally in childcare for 7+ years. I have worked as a nanny primarily, but have also couched children sports, tutored, run children groups, and, what has given me the absolute most experience, I am a mom to my 4-year-old daughter. So, I have extensive experience in the...
Kailyn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kailyn really came through for us in a pinch. She and Max we fast friends from the moment they met. It set my mind at ease knowing my child and house were in great hands. I would strongly recommend Kailyn for any child care needs!"
Care member
Eileen P.
Berwyn, IL
$32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello Everyone! My name is Eileen. I have experience in babysitting/nannying and watching kids for over 10 + years in homes, daycares, and schools. I have experience working with kids with special needs and disabilities as well. I love watching kids and learning and contributing to their growth! I love creating engaging...
Eileen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Miss Eileen was a great babysitter for my 2 and 4 year old girls. She kept them busy and engaged with arts and crafts, baking, and pretend play. She was punctual and very communicative with me before and throughout the days she was with us. She even offered to come...
Nicole B.
Dajanae M.
Chicago, IL
$15-22/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm 19 years old. I'm a college student and have been babysitting for 9 years. I have experience with children of all ages. I can help with homework. I am also willing to help with housekeeping, grocery shopping, laundry and meals. I am a nonsmoker and have a driver's license with a clean record. I'd be happy to provide...
Dajanae can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Melanie. Working with kids is my lifelong passion, so I'm truly excited to connect with you and your family. I have over a decade of experience in childcare with children of all ages and backgrounds. I have professional experience as a youth counselor, caregiver, nanny & behavior technician for kids with...
Melanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melanie is a very responsible person with good values and work ethic. I highly recommend her for any caregiving, cleaning or assistant jobs you might need take care of quickly and efficiently!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Icssayana. I have a 7-month-old baby girl. I have my own car. I live in Orland Park. I have current CPR and First Aid certifications and have graduated from NLU in July 2022.
After growing up in an in-home daycare setting where I began working with children, I then became a private nanny to some wonderful families....
Icssayana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Our sitter arrived early, was very professional, and immediately engaged our son in an activity. She even exceeded our expectations by sending us a text to let us know that our son went right to sleep and all was well. For the first time, my husband and I were able...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 9-month-old babygirl and I've been working with a fantastic client base and I am looking to take on an additional part time client in a caregiving, house manager or personal assistant capacity. I have over 9 years of combined experience working in schools as a special education...
Jasmyn can also help with: Specialized care, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, personal care & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love to care for others, compassionate, able to help, honest, reliable and trustworthy. I have passion for what I do, and like to treat people with respect and compassion. Well orientated and reliable.
Sandalid can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lillian . I am a senior care provider for 19 years and have great references for some reason I am coming up under child cate I have requested to care to fix this and they have not
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lillian was my father's primary care giver when he came out of rehab for a broken hip. She is terrific. In addition to doing all of the cleaning, bathing, etc, Lillian put a lot of energy into connecting with my Dad. Dad had severe dementia and Lillian was very...
Timothy M.
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Dionne is exceptional! My daughter absolutely loves her."
Stephanie K.
3.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello families I have 16 years of being a nanny I love newborn babies and children of all ages. My passion is to find a loving family who I can call my own and as well as building trust and having great communication with the families happy baby happy family. My passion is to care for your child like my own.
Diana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
5.0
"I needed a nanny fast to help me and my mom, she answered right away and came here the next day. My baby liked her. She was here on time, responsible. 100% recommendable."
Toni K.
5.0
(15)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I had been working as an Executive housekeeper/cook full-time and house sitter on occasion for the last 20 years of my life. I truly enjoy what I do and it's very satisfying to make the lives of other people a lot easier. I had been blessed to work here in Chicago and I've learned a lot. My experience and knowledge will truly...
Fatima can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens
5.0
"Fatima is amazing! She helped me and my family so much with our transition to a new city and getting the house set up. She professionally cleaned our home with extremely high standards, communicated awesomely about any problems I needed to take care of with the...
Rebecca R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents! I am Sarah, and I am a college student at home for the summer looking for a family to nanny! I have been babysitting/nannying since I was in 7th grade whether it be family members or families in Lemont. I am willing to help kids keep up with any possible summer school work and to keep them active this summer! I am...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is a wonderful sitter. She was punctual, never called in, took great care of my daughter, and was a well liked by our family. 10/10"
Oscar A.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our little girl is on the autistic spectrum and can be quite a handful. Samantha has been a blessing. She is someone we can trust to watch/entertain our daughter so we can snag some precious time for ourselves. Highly recommended."
Care member
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: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care & more
5.0
"She is very responsible, and has good experience."
Care member
Anna S.
Homer Glen, IL
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Anna! I am 21 years old. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and am now working toward attaining my masters to pursue child and adolescent psychology. I am kind, caring, patient, and determined. I have been working with children in various areas (tutoring, child-care, and giving piano lessons) since I was 14!...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna is organized and is a great communicator. She is responsible and takes great care of our daughter. She babysits weekly for us and is always keeping our active toddler busy by doing a wide range of activities. She is wonderful to work with, I would recommend...
Megan T.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 9-month-old babygirl and I've been working with a fantastic family's non verbal 22-year-old son with special needs for the past 5 years and we have an incredible relationship. I am looking to take on an additional part time client in an educator, caregiving, house manager or personal...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Chicago Ridge, IL
Kylie S.
5.0
Kylie was prompt, attentive to my kids, positive, and responsible.
- Care member
Amber W.
5.0
We found Amber through Care to help us out when our Nanny was on vacation. Amber was amazing with my 1 and 3 yr old sons. I was very anxious about having a stranger with the kids while I was gone all day but she graciously met us at a playground and my kids immediately loved her. She was very...
- Alejandra R.
Lily S.
5.0
Lily was great with our 2 dogs they are not the easiest to watch during the day! She was on time and great at communicating and asked great questions to give the best care for our pups! Will gladly hire again!
- Kendall S.
Kailyn R.
5.0
Katie was wonderful with our 7 month old! She came through on just a few days notice and watched our baby while my husband and I went to a work event. Our baby was immediately comfortable with her and was even smiling as we left! Katie effortlessly got her to fall asleep for the night, and she was...
- Care member
Eileen P.
5.0
Miss Eileen was a great babysitter for my 2 and 4 year old girls. She kept them busy and engaged with arts and crafts, baking, and pretend play. She was punctual and very communicative with me before and throughout the days she was with us. She even offered to come visit with my children before she...
- Nicole B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Chicago Ridge, IL:
How can I find a Chicago Ridge babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Chicago Ridge, 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 16 babysitters in Chicago Ridge, 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 Chicago Ridge, IL?
The average rate for Chicago Ridge, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.81 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 Chicago Ridge, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Chicago Ridge, 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.