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60 babysitters are listed in Lake Forest, IL
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Lake Forest, IL
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
Currently, I am available for part-time work and occasional needs. Come august, and autumn time, I will begin to have more availability. Pet care is something I can offer as well.
For over four years, I worked as a full-time career Nanny. For 12 years, I have worked as a regular babysitter. I have grown up on...
Jacqui can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jacqui is really good with our son. She thinks of different parks and museums to take him to and always thinks about what he might need. He looks forward to their time together. "
Stephanie B.
Amy L.
Lake Forest, IL
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Tutoring For Children K-6, Certified Teacher With Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified teacher of K-8th grades who has taken time off to raise my own children. I have taught 4th, 2nd, and 1st grades and having training in behavior therapy. I am available during after school and early evening hours and have reasonable rates.
5.0
"Amy is an amazing tutor. My daughters loved her."
Laila H.
Laimute B.
Lake Forest, IL
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Are you looking for a quality elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 19+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have...
Laimute can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands, home modification, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and very skilled. We highly recommend her."
Irene K.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Abby and I have had 5+ years of babysitting. I am home all summer from college I just finished my sophomore year . I am looking for lots of hours, a one time job or reoccurring! I have a car and am willing to start soon. I would love to connect & feel free to reach out!
Laimute B.
Lake Forest, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Nanny, Housekeeper Available to Work
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Laima. I'm a nanny and housekeeper with many years of experience. I'm available for a full time or part time job (evenings and overnight). I have experience with cleaning, laundry, organizing, cooking, shopping, pet sitting, plant care, house sitting, all household errands. I have excellent North Shore...
Laimute can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Thomas O.
Lake Forest, IL
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Responsible, Fun Babysitter With Flexible Hours :)
Hi! I'm a local Lake Forest resident, and I am here to assist you with your childcare needs! I get along great with kids. I'm kind, caring, and compassionate. Your childs safety is my highest priority. Having a safe, productive, fun time are my goals!
Thomas can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
1.0
(1)
Hello there, my names Ashley I'm 25 years old, I'm looking for a part time nannying position . I am a student so in school from 9-5 Monday thru Friday. I have been babysitting since the age of 14 for families around my neighborhood. I have tons of experience from ages 3 months, up till 15 years old, I've worked as a nannying, a...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Meredith G.
Lake Forest, IL
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello My Name Is Meredith And I'm Look For Some Babysitting Opportunities
I'd describe my personality as
Easy going, kind hearted and sweet
I like working with kids because I love their curiosity and what they want to learn
I'm looking for a job that can be flexible if need be as I work until 2:00 p.m.
I started working with kids when I was in high school and still currently working with...
Giovanna H.
Lake Forest, IL
$20-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
Nanny With Experience (1,5yo - 11yo) Full Time Or Babysitting.
Passionate and outgoing nanny with experience in providing physical and emotional care and assistance to children, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and coordinating various activities while also providing encouragement and kindness. Skilled also in household chores, shopping/groceries, cooking and light cleaning....
Hello! My name is Mateus and I am a student at at Lake Forest College. I have lots of experience babysitting and have volunteered at summer camps. I also have worked at a plant nursery as a salesperson teaching me communication along with great people skills. I am also passionate about baking and have worked at Crumbl Cookie. I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Claire C.
Lake Forest, IL
$15-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Claire and I'm a college student home for the summer in Lake Forest. I attend Saint Louis University and will be a sophomore. In college, I was on the swim team for my university and part of sorority life as well. I have eight years of experience with babysitting and was previously a lifeguard for three years....
Claire can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Serena K.
Lake Forest, IL
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Serena and I am a student at Lake Forest College. I have been babysitting for four years and nannying for two years and am comfortable with ages 2 to 13. My current family consists of 3 girls, one 12-year-old and two 10-year-olds. I am a very organized and responsible person and enjoy, providing other services,...
Mateus L.
Lake Forest, IL
$12-17/hr
Hello! My name is Mateus and I am a student at at Lake Forest College. I have lots of experience babysitting and have volunteered at summer camps. I also have worked at a plant nursery as a salesperson teaching me communication along with great people skills. I am also passionate about baking and have worked at Crumbl Cookie. I...
Mateus can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Caroline G.
Lake Forest, IL
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi I'm Caroline! I will be a Junior at Santa Clara University in the Fall. I am part of the volleyball team at Santa Clara! I'm home for the summer and I'm looking for a fun way to spend my free time. I've been babysitting since my Freshman year of high school and love to be around kids!
Christina C.
Lake Forest, IL
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a summer camp counselor for 5 summers and I was a long term substitute in the after school program at an elementary school. I worked in children's activities at walt disney world.
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
I have dog walked in the past a couple of times, but not recurring jobs. I have also assisted with caring for a couple of cats with a friend. I love both cats and dogs of any kind and size.
Kristina can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking
I have been babysitting for 5 years. I love being outside and doing fun outside activities like going to the pool or amusement park. I have been a red cross certified lifeguard for the past 3 summers as well as CPR certified. Other positions I have held are soccer, gymnastics, and diving coach.
Lillian can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Growing up the eldest sibling of three younger siblings and plenty of little cousins in my big family, I have become comfortable with children of all ages and needs. I have worked with many families for date nights, travel, nannying, and even house and pet sitting!
My lively personality makes it easy to relate to children. I'm...
Margo can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hi everyone!!! My name is Ella and I just graduated from the University with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I recently moved back home to Lake Forest where I will be until March when I will be going on a backpacking trip around Europe for 3 months! While I am home, I am looking for a consistent nannying job for a family who...
Ella can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Emma O.
Lake Forest, IL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi!! My name is Emma. I am a freshman in college at ISU studying elementary education, and I just absolutely adore kids:) I also love pets!! I work at Decoma Day camp in Northbrook full-time in the summers! I am looking to earn some extra money for college while I am on break. I have been working with children for over 5 years...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, IL
Jacqui Z.
5.0
Jacqui is really good with our son. She thinks of different parks and museums to take him to and always thinks about what he might need. He looks forward to their time together.
- Stephanie B.
Amy L.
5.0
Amy is an amazing tutor. My daughters loved her.
- Laila H.
Laimute B.
5.0
Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and very skilled. We highly recommend her.
- Irene K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lake Forest, IL:
How can I find a Lake Forest babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lake Forest, 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 48 babysitters in Lake Forest, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.8. 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 Lake Forest, IL?
The average rate for Lake Forest, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.79 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 Lake Forest, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lake Forest, 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.