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60 babysitters are listed in Crete, IL
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Crete, IL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My first job was taking care of a patient at the age of 17 along with my mother. I worked with this patient for 3 years. During this time I provided comfort, medication management, light housekeeping, errands, measurements of ins and outs, meal preparation, dressing, and bathing along with constant prevention of falls. I have...
Brenda can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, personal care, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Brenda is a wonderful person whom I have had the pleasure to get to see her beautiful rare qualities for the past two years through our church she has exceptional coaching skills very self-motivated forward thinking and reliability a quality seen less and less ....
Mireya S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My names Ava and I have graduated with a Bachelors in Psychology with minors in forensic science and criminal justice! I am now attending Butler University for my masters in Mental Health Counseling. I'm currently looking for part-time childcare jobs in Lake County! I have nine years of experience babysitting different...
Ava can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We booked Ava to watch our one-year-old, but we had to cancel the booking at the last minute. She was very understanding and easy to work with. We look forward to working with her again soon!"
Matt R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been responsible for watching over a variety of family homes and caring for their animals while they are away on vacation. I'm willing to care for all animals. Duties include but not limited to feeding, giving medication, cleaning after, long walks, and a lot of TLC! I love animals and will treat your pets as if they were...
Claire can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
"I highly recommend Claire. She is trustworthy and punctual when taking care of my Westie. She loved and cared for my dog as if she was hers. You can depend on her for the care of your pet with no worries. Highly recommend her!"
Cyndi D.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If you need a little extra help or just want to go out for the weekend, you can give me a call, and I would love to help out! I am fine with pets. Available for basic cleaning as well.
I respond to all of my messages fast!
Crystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"We needed a short-notice sitter for our 8 yo boy, and Crystal offered up her services.
We're easy to please. We don't ask sitters to teach our kid algebra or how to bake lasagna. (We're the parents, after all). As long as he's not stuck in front of the TV and...
Ryan L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have raised three girls, home schooled the last one through high school. I have worked with youth for over 20 years in my church from birth through high school. Through the years I have sat for children in my home as I was raising my three girls. For the past 9 years I have sat for one family and last year I helped with his...
Barbara can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Barbara is a natural nurturer. She doesn't just care for our daughter but she has a patient, educational relationship with her. It's really lovely and fulfilling. "
Mimi P.
5.0
(1)
Responsible, organizer, punctual, dependable. Friendly. Love to help and meet your needs. I can assist you and help with errands.
Norma can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking for part time, I do have reliable transportation, and I look forward to being as of much help to your children and your family in every way possible!
Drew can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, visiting physician, respite care, dementia & more
5.0
"Becky is a uniquely kind and proficient caregiver. We found her to be flexible, candid, intelligent and responsible. Any family would be lucky to have her on their team!"
Marilyn M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Flexible Times*
Hello! My names Mireya and I am excited to restart my journey on here. I have been babysitting for many years now and development strong bonds with children and their parents. I have my own car with car/booster seats. I am good with kids of all ages and love to do activities. I am also fully vaccinated and love...
Mireya can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"We are super glad we are able to hire Mireya. She's very punctual , and kind. We can't wait to get to know her more!"
Taylor P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love to organize, declutter, and tidy up. I'm reliable and dependant. I am friendly and easy to get a long with.
Norma can also help with: General room cleaning, organization
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, 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.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've Worked Hands On With Special Needs Children in a School Environment and Adults As A Sitter While Hospitalized. My Special Needs Experience With Children Was With Primary Age To Intermediate Age At A. E. R. O, ECHO And SPEED Special Education, From1997 To 2000. I Worked As A Sitter from 2015 to 2019 At St. James Hospital For...
5.0
"She does a great job with my daughter, very kind."
Julia O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very caring, friendly, and outgoing babysitter. I've been babysitting all ages including infants since I was 16. I'm 30 years old and have a 2-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter. I'm also CPR certified. I recently made nannying a full time career and would like to find a family willing to let me watch their...
Krista can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Krista started watching our son at 3 months old and stated with us till he was 2. She was always on time, actually early! She was exceptional! I have no words to describe how comfortable my husband and I were with her caring for our son. She is very flexible...
Amy W.
Taylor T.
Munster, IN
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a young and fun kindergarten teacher that loves being around children. I am reliable, on time, energetic, and dependable! I have always loved being around children and decided very early on that I wanted to spend my life teaching and making an impact on future generations. I am able to care for kiddos, make meals,...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Taylor is the ideal sitter! She has so much energy! She is punctual, responds to texts fast, loves kids and spent an entire evening doing projects with my two toddlers. She is very professional, kind and she was able to relate to both of my kids right away!"
Jen S.
Nichole W.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-31/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
Nichole can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100%...
Care member
5.0
(1)
My name is Asia and I'd love to watch your pets! I worked at an animal shelter for a year, and have my own car to get to you and your pet reliably!
Asia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
First, I would like to thank you for viewing my profile. I am pleased to tell you that I am a personable and reliable nanny with 10+ years' progressive experience in providing child care and early childhood development. I worked as a Lead Teacher with all age groups at a daycare for 4 years all whilst nannying for multiple...
Asia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Asia is a very compassionate and caring individual. She was a companion for my 91 year old mother that was recently diagnosed with dementia. She engaged my mother in conversation and activities. They had discussions that my mother loved. My mother not only had a...
Mary W.
Kiera O.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
My Name Is Kiera, And I Am A Graduate Student From Hampton University.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Kiera, and I am a graduate student from Hampton University in Hampton, VA. I earned my bachelor's in Health science and continuing my education in Nursing this fall.
Throughout my experience I worked as a CNA, caregiver and I have watched and babysit toddlers and kids since I was 15 years old! My...
Kiera can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Kathryn R.
Schererville, IN
$16-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
If You'd Like To Know More, I Am More Than Happy To Answer Any Questions!
I started working with kids when I was about 14. I started to babysit for my cousin. She has 4 kids and they were all a little rambunctious but well behaved. I absolutely adore them.
In my spare time, I like to listen to music and just destress. I also enjoy baking!
One thing you should know about me is that I am a college...
Jessica S.
Schererville, IN
$28/hr • 2 yrs exp
Outgoing & Responsible Childcare Provider, Qualified Tutor
Hello, my name is Jessica. I am a 2nd grade teacher in Illinois. This will be my third year teaching. I love working with children and I am available to tutor and babysit. I have babysat throughout highschool and worked for a daycare in college. I also taught dance for younger age groups. I enjoy being creative, working on...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Crete, IL
Brenda G.
5.0
Brenda is a great caregiver with an incredible amount of patience with older patients that struggle with mental clarity and daily tasks. She is one of those special caregivers who makes sure to not forget to show care in her role as a caregiver and does not treat her patients are merely a job....
- Jonathan C.
Ava T.
5.0
Ava is incredible and anyone would be lucky to have her as a helping hand. We hired Ava as a part time nanny the entire summer for my two daughters. Ava showed up a few minutes early to every shift and was extremely dependable. She was able to juggle the needs of my 6-7 month old and my 8 year old...
- Rose L.
Claire C.
5.0
Claire is a wonderful, thoughtful, and hard-working person. She helps keep my place tidy, checks on my kitties on occasion, and is very trustworthy. I definitely would recommend Claire to anyone in need of her services.
- Herbert S.
Crystal H.
5.0
We needed a short-notice sitter for our 8 yo boy, and Crystal offered up her services.
We're easy to please. We don't ask sitters to teach our kid algebra or how to bake lasagna. (We're the parents, after all). As long as he's not stuck in front of the TV and video games, is shielded from...
- Ryan L.
Barbara G.
5.0
Barbara watched our 3 year old daughter for almost 2 weeks while daycare was closed. Barbara is dependable, sweet, trustworthy, and made the days fun for our daughter with reading books, making crafts, and playing. We can't thank you enough for all of your help and would hire you again in a...
- Bryant M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Crete, IL:
How can I find a Crete babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Crete, 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 11 babysitters in Crete, 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 Crete, IL?
The average rate for Crete, IL babysitters on Care.com is $14.36 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 Crete, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Crete, 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.