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Kristen F.

Part-Time Sitter

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Available Mondays - Thursdays from 8 a.m. - 5PM; occasional Fridays I'd describe myself as a caring, friendly, and patient babysitter with previous experience watching infants (~3 Mo.) through middle school-aged children. I also had other nanny jobs which included the following responsibilities: changing diapers, feeding,...

Care Member says "Kristen was very responsible and helpful with my daughter. She came prepared to play and do fun projects every time she came to visit. Her expertise in...

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Taylor N.

About Me

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a junior in college looking to work during the summer and briefly throughout the school year during fall, winter, and spring breaks. I'm a responsible and caring individual who loves spending time with children. I have always had a passion for working with kids, I have a lot of experience babysitting for family and friends....

Michelle B. says "Taylor was quick to respond and welcomed an meet-and-greet for our two golden retrievers. She took the time to let us get to know her and walked the...

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Brooke P.

Part-time Caregiver

Gilberts, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi Parents! I'm Brooke, a loving and dependable nanny with 8+ years of full-time experience and 3 years as a newborn night nanny. I'm CPR-certified, a pediatric occupational therapy graduate, and have worked with children from newborn through preteen-including multiples, special needs, severe allergies, and asthma. I'm patient,...

nicole M. says "She is dependable and can always bring a smile to someone's face! She is a hard worker and loves kids and cares so well for them. "

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Jessica D.

My Name Is Jessica And I'm Looking To Watch Kids And Learn More About Them.

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am really good with kids I have done babysitting and child care in the past. I am really good with pets and I have my own transportation. I am a kind, patient, and responsible person and I can't wait to meet your kids and help make your life easier! My name is Jessica and I am an experienced and reliable babysitter with over 2...

Care Member says "Jessica is a responsible and caring individual and is well suited for caring for children."

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Jessica D.

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
In addition to being a Mom of twin boys, I have experience caring for children from the ages of one month to 12 years of age. My experience includes regular babysitting as well as summer Nanny positions. I have my own transportation and feel very comfortable with pets. My interests include art/arts and crafts, outdoor activities...
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Sydney F.

Babysitter

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
I am a responsible, active, playful, trustworthy, patient, caring, and experienced sitter for your children and/or animals. I began babysitting regularly 10+ years ago, worked as a daycare teacher/worker for 6 years, CPR certified, and recently graduated with a masters in Speech-Language Pathology. I frequently watch my nieces...

Care Member says "My kids absolutely LOVED Sydney and want her to come back again soon. She was very prompt and super sweet. Highly recommend!"

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Corea W.

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Corea thank you so much for visiting! I love organizing and making life easier sometimes life can get busy so id love to help! I have experience in cleaning and child care. I enjoy keeping things tidy, organized and in their place. I enjoy kids very much weather doing creative crafts, doing homework and even...

Kayla S. says "Rose was a great babysitter she went out of her way to help out. I wish she could have stayed with us longer. I didn't have to worry about her being late...

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Bonnie R.

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$31/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello. I am a career nanny with over 20 years experience. I went to Harper College for Early Childhood Development and I am also Montessori Certified. I have worked in infant daycare centers, a Montessori School, as well as many years nanny experience with children from newborn - 18. I have two successful grown children of my...

Care Member says "My children love Bonnie. She is kind and extremely caring and put us at ease. She would give us updates and send pictures which was a nice way to keep...

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Meriyanna S.

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! I'm Mear - a 28-year-old non-smoker with a big heart for kids and years of experience working with them. Since 2016, I've been coaching color guard in the U46 school district. Working with kids is something I truly enjoy, and I'm even considering going back to school to pursue it further. I have a playful puppy at...

Robert J. says "Besides Meriyanna being reliable, dependable and punctual. She is courteous and keeps me updated while I am away. She is a very kind and loving person. I...

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Elimer G.

Trust Me To Care For Your Little Ones With Love And Safety

Schaumburg, IL

from
$21/hr
1 year experience
One thing you should know about me is I am Venezuelan, I'm a dentist in my country and a dental assistant here. I have a 13-year-old daughter. My English skills are not perfect yet but they are improving and I can understand quite a lot. I am very responsible, caring, and kind, I really like kids. I hope to be the perfect...
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Andrea F.

Quality Care

Lake in the Hills, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have ample babysitting experience 8+ years. A Care member for at least five years. Since 2019, I also became a caregiver for the elderly due to my father falling ill. I work through an agency PT. Schedule can be flexible if need be. Whether caregiving for children or the elderly, the reward is the same. I feel fulfilment in...
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Jazmin B.

Barrington, IL

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
I'm 22 years old and originally from Argentina. I moved to Barrington, Illinois almost two years ago through the au pair program and have been caring for children ever since. Now that I'm outside the program, I'm looking for new babysitting opportunities. I'm passionate about helping kids grow, learn, and have fun in a safe and...
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Casey H.

Local College Student

Gilberts, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello my name is Casey. I'm new in the Elgin/Gilberts area. Ive been a mothers helper/Nanny/Babysitter for 15 years on an off through middle school, high school and college, and also have worked in a daycare for 3 years caring for children ages ranging from 6 weeks-12 years. I'm also CPR certified. I also have a little history...
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Megan G.

Part- Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Cary, IL

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
As a former teacher, I have over 10 years of experience working with children from birth to age 12. I have my Bachelors degree as well as a Child Development Asst. and am CPR certified. I love children and love finding new, exciting ways to connect with them and teach them. Currently, one of my favorite things to do with...
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Sabrina P.

Full Time Babysitter/mom

Lake in the Hills, IL

from
$20/hr
9 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
My name is Sabrina . I'm 27 years old . I have 3 children a 9, 3, and 1-year-old . I'm looking to watch one or 2 children during the week at my house for someone who is comfortable with that or I'm willing to travel to your home . I have experience with every age as I have 3 kids of my own. Please message me if you are...
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Athena Z.

Cary, IL

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have an extensive background watching kids from infants to pre-teens and experience with those that have disabilities and special needs! Babysitting was my first ever job when I turned 13 & I have had a blast doing it the past 10 years, I typically stick with families I have known for years (such as my neighborhood, church, or...
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Maiah C.

Lake in the Hills, IL

from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a sophomore in college looking to further my career with children. Helping children learn and grow is my goal. I enjoy crafts and outdoor activities. I have worked for summer camp program and after school day care. I been babysitting on care. com part time as well. I Look forward to meeting you and your family!
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Lexi B.

Dundee, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
For over 14 years, I've found immense joy in nurturing children's growth and development. My babysitting experiences sparked a passion to positively impact young lives and support families by offering reliable care. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, ready to engage your children with outdoor sports, board games, and...
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Veronica S.

Reliable Babysitter

Gilberts, IL

from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm Veronica and I'm so excited to be your new babysitter. I graduated from Hampshire High School and I am currently enrolled part time at ECC. I am relatively new to babysitting, however I regularly took care of my cousin with autism for almost four years. I believe that children's minds and bodies should be nurtured...
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Ola S.

Barrington, IL

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Very reliable sitter, with prior experience. Enjoys working with kids! University students with very flexible hours. Can coach in tennis and do various fun activities with kids!
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.25/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fox River Grove, IL

Babysitters in Fox River Grove, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Kristen F.

Kristen was very responsible and helpful with my daughter. She came prepared to play and do fun projects every time she came to visit. Her...

- Care member

Taylor N.

Taylor was quick to respond and welcomed an meet-and-greet for our two golden retrievers. She took the time to let us get to know her and...

- Michelle B.

Brooke P.

She is dependable and can always bring a smile to someone's face! She is a hard worker and loves kids and cares so well for them.

- nicole M.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fox River Grove, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fox River 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 4 babysitters in Fox River 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 Fox River Grove, IL babysitters on Care.com is $22.25 per hour as of November 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 Fox River 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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