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60 babysitters are listed in Great Lakes, IL
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 2 years
Babysitters in Great Lakes, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello !
My name is Tetiana, I was born in Ukraine, and I have been living in America for 2 years. When I arrived, I immediately found a family in which I work full time all week, and sometimes I am free in the evenings and on weekends. If you need help, contact me, I'm happy to help.
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Tetiana was so helpful. My son has special needs and she really goes out of her way to help him. She takes him to the park and helps clean. He really likes when she cares for him. Very reliable and punctual also"
Melody P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have recently moved back to the area and am looking forward to working with a wonderful family!! I went to college for Early Childhood Development and homeschooled my two (adult) children. I worked for many years as a live in and have extensive experience with newborns including twins and triplets. I am hands on and prefer...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dawn was a blessing in the sky for my family! She is very versatile as a household supporter and kids guard: she was amazing with my children, supported with homework (she home schooled her own kids), cooked healthily and drove them left and right! She also is an...
Katharina S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking for the girl that can do it all? I am your lady! I have over 10 + years for cleaning for a elderly woman. I am also a very clean person myself. I m very trust worthy. Im also very flexable.
Melissa can also help with: Changing bed linens, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 22-year-old responsible energetic and caring girl. I recently graduated with my bachelors in nursing at the University of Alabama. I have more then 5 years of experience, I started babysitting when I was 15 and continued on to be a camp counselor. I love to be active and spend time outdoors. I am CPR and first aid certified...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Rebecca P.
Deerfield, IL
$18-24/hr
I'm Rebecca, A College Grad From Vanderbilt University. Eager To Help And Love Working With Kids!
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as energetic, compassionate, and responsible
I started working with kids when I became an older sister! My parents always joke about how I was my younger sisters second mom. From a young age I have had a maternal instinct that had continue to show through my time being a camp counselor and a...
5.0
"Rebecca was a great babysitter for my 2 kids! She kept our home clean and the kids entertained. Could not have asked for a better sitter!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Isabella and I am your outgoing, caring local babysitter! I have many years of experience varying in ages 0-15 years old. I am very flexible with making your schedule work and can provide transportation if needed. Very big animal lover!
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kathy. I have been in medical field for over a decade, I'm CPR and first aid certified. I am very high energy and responsible. I like to do art's and crafts and can follow a schedule. I will clean up after feedings and play time. Can't wait to play with your little ones!!
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathy is amazing!!! I needed a full-time sitter at the last minute for a couple of weeks while I finished up prepping for a professional certification. Unforeseen circumstances caused me to need to seek out a brand new sitter at the last minute. I was beyond...
Braithe N.
5.0
(1)
I am a teacher for children in Brazil, I work in two schools at the same time, one as a Portuguese/English teacher for children aged 5 and the other as a daycare provider with babies aged 1 to 2 years. I decided to be an au pair and became fluent in English and I had a wonderful experience with a host family that I love so much...
Ana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ana took such great care of our 3-year old boy. She always kept him safe and came up with fun activities to do with him. She's always find a new art project around things that he was interested in at the time. She is a safe driver and took him to the library,...
Care member
5.0
(19)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been doing childcare for the last 15 years and I truly love what I do. I'm a mom of 2 older kids, I'm bilingual and my first language is Spanish.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My 18 month old son loves Flora! Every time I drop him off and pick him up he is all smiles and it is the best feeling knowing that your child is in the best care with Flora! For anyone looking for a nanny Flora is the BEST! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I'm Jessica and here is a little bit about me. I teach and have babysat for many different families throughout the years. In my free time, I like to be outdoors, travel and work out. I also like to visit my family and engage in activities with their kids. I have watched children ranging from all ages. I adore kids and I...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Jessica is wonderful! My husband and I were trying (and failing) to balance working remotely and watching our 10-month-old son during the pandemic. Then we hired Jessica - she made a world of difference. She's caring, kind, patient, and really good with children....
Natasha K.
Molly E.
Libertyville, IL
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Molly and I am currently finishing my first semester of college at the University of Colorado-Boulder. I have been babysitting since I was in 7th grade and worked as a summer nanny all of high school. I love finding fun activities to do with kids such as arts and crafts, exploring nature, baking, and swimming. I am...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Molly is great! She watched my two kids (B-7 and G-12) and they loved her. She took them to the park, made lunch, and hung with the kids all day. I came home to a clean house and happy, well-loved kids! "
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Ana V.
Waukegan, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Trusty and caring nanny, ready to take care of your little ones, I will surely treat your children as mine with patient and love
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"She is amazing with kids, offers help in whatever you need and is very caring and patient. Always on time and when we have a change in schedule she is very flexible. I would rate her 5 starts if I could. My family and I love Ana."
Daniela T.
Lauren B.
Libertyville, IL
$13-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lauren and I am 24 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have babysat for multiple families within the past year.
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Lauren came to the rescue when it was needed most, during COVID we were in need of a nanny to watch our 4 year old son. She was patient with him and helped guide him so that he could continue developing. When we needed her to show up on other days at a short times...
Virag D.
Anna K.
Mundelein, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Agnes and I am from Poland. I have been working with children of all ages. With my first family I have been for 12 years since the baby girl was 3 months. Then I started working for another family with 2 kids. I have been with them since 8 years. Unfortunately kids are going to school and I won't be needed for...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Agnes has worked with my family for almost 8 years, I have the ultimate trust in her. My children love her, she treats them as if they were her own. She is honest, responsible and trustworthy. She's active with the kids, from daily walks and trips to the park to...
Sharon D.
Anna C.
Gurnee, IL
$15-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Anna, and originally I am from Poland (Warsaw). To consider myself a mature, compassionate, nurturing, accountable, and trustworthy person. I am 67 years old, very energy, good cooker, speak English and Polish. I have over 25 years of experience working with children and older people like a caregiver.
I would...
Anna can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, home modification
5.0
"Anna is an amazing person, and she is very compassionate. She made my Mother who was on Hospice feel like she was family. I was truly amazed by her kindness, and ability to keep asking if we needed her to do anything specific when she was working for my wife and I...
Ray P.
Lidiya M.
Vernon Hills, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a housekeeper for over 10 years. I am a very responsible, detail-oriented, organized person who understands the value of a good and clean home. I put in the effort necessary to do a good job. You can trust that your home and its contents are safe with me. My housekeeping experiences over the years have included:...
Lidiya can also help with: General room cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Lidiya, works for our family currently, she's very good always on time, a good communicator. We are very happy with her work."
Julie L.
5.0
(1)
Responsible Nanny providing over 10+years of professional childcare experience. Enjoys working with children and committed to promoting children's physical, mental, and emotional development in partnership with parents. CPR and First Aid certified and equipped with a driver's license to provide reliable and flexible assistant to...
Ronke can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of babysitting and child care experience. I have worked in a nursery with up to 8 children at once ranging from 3-6. I have worked with infants multiple times who require diaper change, bedtime bath, formula and the occasional medication. In college I worked and had many repeat families, one including a family of...
Lacee can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Lacee helped us out by watching our 4 year old and 10 month old while we took care of some household projects. She was punctual, warm, caring, and the kids both took to her right away, which was great. We'd definitely hire her again!"
Vusi And Nia M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A compassionate caregiver (CNA) with a strong history in home health care. My expertise is genuinely caring for the seniors needing assist in everyday living . I am a quick learner, someone who is efficient and can multitask, a person who is reliable and dependable. My background experience consists of 13+ years of elderly care,...
5.0
"Priscilla is very professional and caring. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of our mom. "
Darleena W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 30-year-old college graduate from Columbia College Chicago. I graduated in 2013 with a Fashion Business degree. I have continued to do what I love best and that's be with kids. I feel like the BEST me is brought out when I'm around your kids and I would love the opportunity to be your babysitter/Nanny. I love going to the...
Dana can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made snacks or meals for them and generally took wonderful care of them. She was extremely dependable and my kids love her...
Michelle L.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Great Lakes, IL
Tetiana Z.
5.0
Dependable and very responsible. Very smart and is a quick learner. Would highly recommend.
- Rick B.
Dawn M.
5.0
Dawn was a blessing in the sky for my family! She is very versatile as a household supporter and kids guard: she was amazing with my children, supported with homework (she home schooled her own kids), cooked healthily and drove them left and right! She also is an awesome house cleaner, she has a...
- Katharina S.
Rebecca P.
5.0
Rebecca was a great babysitter for my 2 kids! She kept our home clean and the kids entertained. Could not have asked for a better sitter!
- Care member
Katherine S.
5.0
Kathy is amazing!!! I needed a full-time sitter at the last minute for a couple of weeks while I finished up prepping for a professional certification. Unforeseen circumstances caused me to need to seek out a brand new sitter at the last minute. I was beyond stressed and had had quite a bit of...
- Braithe N.
Ana F.
5.0
Ana took such great care of our 3-year old boy. She always kept him safe and came up with fun activities to do with him. She's always find a new art project around things that he was interested in at the time. She is a safe driver and took him to the library, botanic gardens, and classes. Our son...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Great Lakes, IL:
How can I find a Great Lakes babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.6. 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 Great Lakes, IL?
The average rate for Great Lakes, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.06 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 Great Lakes, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Great Lakes, 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.