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Heather S.

All Around Caregiver

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I can't imagine ever not working with children. Watching and being a part of a young child's growth and development is amazing! I have been working with children since I was a child myself. I went to college while working full-time for a degree in Early Childhood education and earned my Montessori AMS certification in 2016. My...

Anne R. says "Heather is a fantastic person to have watching your child. She responds to e-mails quickly, and showed up for our appointments at the exact time specified....

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Dorothy O.

Night Shift Caregiver

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I am a caregiver for seniors, adults with disabilities, and children. I am available for night shift on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. I am not available for day shift . I have excellent references, especially from the company I currently work for that I've been with for five years . I've also worked for at least a dozen families...

Anna U. says "Shanae is experienced, dependable, and great with kids. She has watched our son for us since he was just a few months, and now she does a great job with him...

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Kiara F.

About Me!

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
I'm looking for a job that has a good environment that helps everyone involved be able to grow in all ways possible and connect with both the child and parent. I started working with kids when I was a sophomore in high school. During the summers I would also work at the school's summer camp with kids 2-10 y/o. I also...

Care Member says "We were in Chicago for a friend’s wedding reception and Kiara was such an amazing sitter for our 3 year old. Our daughter raves about how much fun they...

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Jade A.

Happy And Energized College Sitter!

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Jade, I am currently in college trying to achieve my BSN. I now have a 15-year-old brother who I've helped care for since I was 9 and I have been babysitting for family and close friends since 16. I have two Godsons who I love with my entire world. They are Irish twins and I have been caring for them since they...

Jas L. says "Jade is really sweet and caring. You can tell how much she loves kids and is always willing to make them smile! She babysat for my niece a few times and by...

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Suzie N.

Experienced Babysitter Or Nanny Available Full Or Part-Time

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a loving mother of 2 grow daughter's ages 29 and 25. I was a stay at home mother with them until my youngest was in 8th grade. During my time raising my girls. I also watched others children. I am experienced with all ages. Kids are my passion and love being around them. I am very active with them to make sure they have a...

Kim K. says "We hired Suzie to watch our boys when they were 2 and 3 yrs old. She was great and they love her. She took them on outings to the library, parks and kept...

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Alexandria B.

Babysitter And Summer Nanny

Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have provided childcare for 8 different local families from our community, and worked with children ages six to 12 in a socio-cultural children, youth, and event center in Germany. I am a Gold Award Girl Scout, and I am currently studying to become a Teacher. My babysitting experience includes working with young infants to...

Karyn H. says "Alexandria did a great job with the kids! She arrived on time and came prepared with activities for the day. The kids really enjoyed baking cookies and...

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Arely V.

Hanover Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
As a childcare provider with four years of experience, I'm passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. I bring patience, creativity, and a friendly demeanor to my role. Communication with parents is essential, so I provide verbal updates at pickup and follow their preferred method for ongoing...

Care Member says "Arely took care of my 7 year old son! Best decision i have ever made! she made my life so much easier. She would clean for us, meal prep whenever I...

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Angelia S.

High School Graduate As Of June 2017, To Attend Elmhurst College For Early Childhood Education.

Wood Dale, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Travel
I am looking to locally babysit/nanny for the occasional date nights. I am also available Full-Time for this summer vacation. I have excellent references. I graduated From Lake Park High school in Roselle, part of high Honor Society, with perfect attendance! I currently live is Wood Dale. I have Nannied for several families. I...

Anna F. says "Angelia is great with children. You can be at ease to leave your little one with her. My son loves being with her."

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Emily N.

Compassionate, Reliable Child Care: Emily N.

Carol Stream, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Emily. I am 28 years old and currently work as a legal assistant. I attended college in Florida where I babysat for a family with the sweetest little girl and 2 dogs for 2. 5 years. It was my favorite job I've ever had! Since moving home to Illinois, I have worked in real estate law. Though I am thankful for the...

Care Member says "Emily was the best sitter I have ever had! She not only showed kindness and care for my daughter, but was also very professional with promptness and...

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Pinelope M.

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
As a dedicated childcare provider with over half a decade of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My patient and calm demeanor creates a nurturing environment for children to thrive. I maintain open communication with parents through daily written reports, fostering trust and...

Care Member says "Penolope is a great and fast worker!! So happy to have found her she makes life so much easier on me. I love how she pays attention to detail and goes...

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Vicky W.

Part-Time Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
As a teenager, I watched the neighborhood children. I worked at Butterfield Park District childcare, as well as at a Deaf and Blind Residential Home. I raised a daughter and have taken care of children as young as 6 months up to 18 years of age. I have worked in Evanston, Glenview, Park Ridge, Morton Grove, Wilmette, and...

Haley H. says "Vicky has been the best addition to our household. She is amazing at taking care of our 2 children, including one of our children with special needs. She...

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Calli P.

Summer Nanny

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Calli and I am Kindergarten teacher in Addison. I have been teaching for 8 years. During the school year, I babysit for families I have known for multiple years and I nanny over the summer. I have babysat for kids ages 2-15. I am a very active person and can keep up with young children since that is a big part...

Kathy T. says "Calli was great! My kids, despite a big difference in age, all loved her and she managed to keep them all very busy and happy! She was very kind and...

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Julia S.

Julia Babysitter/ Tutor

Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been professional working with kids for two years. I am a certified camp counselor, I also have my SBS and ISD certification. Additionally I have my level 1 intro to education certification. I will be attending North Central College and studying to become an elementary teacher.

Care Member says "We hired Julia for a one-time night out. She arrived on time and was very sweet and courteous. Our kids had a great time with her. Would totally hire...

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Tania S.

Experienced and Fun Part-Time Babysitter

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, my name is Tania and I have been working as a part-time babysitter now for over 10 years now. I am a mother of two and before I became a babysitter I was a stay at home mom caring for my children who are now moving onto college, so I have had a lot of experience taking care of kids. I enjoy being with kids and seeing them...

Lena P. says "Hi, My name is Kostadinka, and I'm a nanny for an 11 month old girl. I'm new to Chicago and live in Des Plaines with a family. I wanted to introduce...

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Tetiana Z.

Tetiana

Hoffman Estates, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Tania, I am originally from Ukraine and have been living in the U. S. for 5 years. Throughout this time, I've been working with children and have truly found my passion in childcare. I have 3 years of experience working with children on the autism spectrum, which has taught me patience, empathy, and the importance of...

Rick B. says "Dependable and very responsible. Very smart and is a quick learner. Would highly recommend."

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Raquel G.

Fun,creative, Responsible Nanny Who Loves To See Kids Happy.

Elmhurst, IL

3.6(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I describe my personality as patient, loving, professional, and trustworthy. I like to work with kids because they are fun, curious, and give happiness. I like to be treated as part of the family, like I will take care of you as my own family I started working as a nanny in my 20s .. 30 years ago with families in long...

Care Member says "Raquel is fantastic. Always on time, dependable, cares for our baby so well and is all in a good person to work with! Raquel has taken care of our baby...

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Carolyn P.

Experienced Babysitter Looking For You!

Glendale Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Carolyn and I'm excited to hear from you! I currently work as a Special Education Teaching Assistant in a k-2 classroom Before working in a school I worked at an ABA clinic and obtained my BCAT as well as my Paraprofessional certification I have worked with children on the spectrum since I was a...

Bobbie B. says "Carrie is a great daycare provided that incorporates fun activities within a structured environment. She is comfortable providing care for children &...

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Laura R.

Lombard, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have graduated from high school in May 2017. For the last 2 years of high school I was apart of my schools preschool program were I was a TA and an intern. I feel comfortable babysitting all ages and helping out around the house and such. I have experience in sitting babies, toddlers (including potty training), elementary age,...
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Stephanie M.

Streamwood, IL

5.0(0)
from
$24/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a younger brother and ton of little cousins and nephews I've had to take care of growing up. All ranging in age. I have a great amount of patience and creative mind to keep kids active and learning. I love kids, so taking care of them is a job I enjoy doing. I'm an active person that has no problem playing sports and...
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Samina K.

Carol Stream, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have worked at multiple daycare (including kinder care) and have 3 children of my own. I have worked with children of all age, but prefer working with kids ages 0-5. I have an associates degree and 6 years of experience working with kids. I prefer a drop-off system, where I can take care of the children in my home, but I...

Naba Z. says "Wonderful with my two toddlers, always brings activities for the kids to do. Samina keeps up with the kids' regular routine with ease. I never worry when my...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Itasca, IL

Babysitters in Itasca, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Heather S.

Heather is a fantastic person to have watching your child. She responds to e-mails quickly, and showed up for our appointments at the exact...

- Anne R.

Dorothy O.

Shanae is experienced, dependable, and great with kids. She has watched our son for us since he was just a few months, and now she does a...

- Anna U.

Kiara F.

We were in Chicago for a friend’s wedding reception and Kiara was such an amazing sitter for our 3 year old. Our daughter raves about how...

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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Itasca, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Itasca, 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 5 babysitters in Itasca, 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 Itasca, IL babysitters on Care.com is $21.00 per hour as of August 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 Itasca, 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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