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Jelayne C.

Hi! I Am An Experienced Babysitter And I Enjoy Taking Care Of Kids! I'm Very Responsible And Caring!

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Jelayne. I'm 21 years old and I'm in my third year of college. I have two dogs & a chameleon and I enjoy doing creative activities! I am an experienced and caring nanny with a passion for working with children! With over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, I understand...

Katie D. says "She has been the perfect fit for our family. She is kind, patient, reliable, and fun! She primarily cares for our 19 month-old daughter. She takes her...

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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
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Danielle S.

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm a graduate of UIC and currently work full-time as an executive assistant. I've grown up babysitting in my community and have been a nanny for the past five years. I have experience caring for children ranging from newborns to middle schoolers. I pride myself on being reliable, engaging, trustworthy, and punctual. My goal is...

Cindy R. says "Danielle is the absolute best! She became part of our family. She was always on time, reliable, happy and very playful with the kids. One of my kids has...

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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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Isabella O.

Lake Zurich, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! A little bit about me! I am Isabella and am a Senior at the University of Alabama, graduating in May! I will be in town for the summer before starting graduate school for Speech Language Pathology! I love working with children and have been babysitting since my sophomore year of high school! I have worked with many...
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Anne B.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Lake Zurich, IL

from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am a personable and dependable caregiver, passionate about creating a safe and fun environment for children, families, and pets. I have over eight years of experience in babysitting (ages 3-13), nannying, pet sitting, and caregiving for adults with physical disabilities. I graduated from the University of Illinois at...
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Danielle L.

Lake Zurich, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Growing up in a family of 5 and being the second oldest, I have always had the responsibility of watching kids younger than me and engaging with them! I have watched my three younger siblings (ages 5, 7, and 11) for years, gaining more experience each time. Whether it be playing sports, board games, or even helping your child...
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Jensen A.

Lake Zurich, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a soon-to-be graduate from a University with an elementary education degree with an ESL endorsement. I love being active and creative. In my free time, I love to run and paint. I worked in a day-care throughout high school and part of college where I worked with kids from the ages 6 weeks to 8 years old. During my college...
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Barb H.

Lake Zurich, IL

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing I like working with kids because they are our future I'm looking for a job that is part time I started working with kids when my grandchildren were born. In my spare time, I like to crafts One thing you should know about me is conscientious on helping the children grow My skills...
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Ewelina K.

Lake Zurich, IL

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
I have experience with my own kids, and I'm looking for a job in this department. I love kids. Also, I have housekeeping experience.
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Riah F.

Lake Zurich, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Bringing joy to children's lives through care is my passion. My four years of preschool teaching experience have solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families by providing reliable childcare. I'm patient, creative, and approachable. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and enjoy playing...
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Jordan D.

Experienced Babysitter

Lake Zurich, IL

from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a 25-year-old living in Gold Coast. I have babysat/nannied since I was 15. I worked in a preschool through my high school for 3 years. I have worked with many different children, as young as 4 months and as old as 16. I absolutely adore kids and am looking for some afternoon jobs and weekend jobs and would love to find a...
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Emily H.

Lake Zurich, IL

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$19/hr
5 years experience
I've been caring for children for 5 years, and I've always had a passion for nurturing the growth and development of children. I've had the pleasure of babysitting for several wonderful families, and I've learned so much from each experience. I've also worked in daycare for 4 years with children ages 2-6 years old. I also have...
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Amanda K.

Part-time Nanny

Lake Zurich, IL

from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Amanda and I am looking for a part-time child care job in the Lake Zurich area. I graduated from Illinois State University in 2019 with a degree in Human Development and Family Sciences, and am currently pursuing a nursing degree at Chamberlain University in Addison, Illinois. I have experience with children...
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Shyla W.

Loving Nanny

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, My name is Shyla. I have years of experience as a nanny and a part-time babysitter. I have worked with ages from as young as 1 month and as old as 12. I have helped prepare kids for their first years of school. I also have been a tutor for older children and I am comfortable helping with online learning.

Brian W. says "Shyla is great! She really helped our family out when we needed child care with very short notice. Shyla responded promptly and wanted to be thoroughly...

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Erika V.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Wheeling, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of kids basically my whole life. I am the oldest of 14 grandchildren and have always enjoyed being around kids. I have been babysitting for over 15 years for kids of all ages. The ages of the children range from newborn up to 16 years old. I'm comfortable taking care of up to four children at one time...

Christine Q. says "Erika is a smart, dependable, caring individual. What struck me most was how professional she was! She asked pertinent questions about how to provide...

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Heather L.

Part Time/Full Time Nanny Or Sitter

Mundelein, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
For the past 8 and a half years I've worked at a Montessori school. 7 years as an assistant, and a year and a half as the teacher for toddlers and two's. I have my CDA and am First Aid and CPR certified. I believe that all children should be able to explore and experience their environment in their own way.

Susan B. says "Heather is great with our three young kids 3, 5, 7. Highly recommend. She helps with dishes and laundry if there is time."

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Melissa M.

Part-time Babysitter

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Melissa, and I have 10+ years of babysitting experience. I graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor's of Special Education: Learning Behavior Specialist (B. S. Ed.). I've watched children from ages newborn-adolescent. If I had to pick five words that best describes me, it would be: active,...

Abraham R. says "Melissa was great with our two kids. She was reliable and punctual."

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Larissa S.

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I love children and they love me back. I find a great pleasure watching a child grow and I am happy to be around to help and teach basic things. I have fantastic references that make you sure you found the best nanny for your precious kid.

Agnes O. says "In terms of what a parent is concerned about we would best sum up Larissa as: Consistent, Dependable, Thoughtful, Punctual, Caring and Forward...

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Daisy O.

Child care

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi families! I'm Daisy - just like the cheerful flower! I'm 26 years old and based in Wheeling, IL. With 8+ years of childcare experience and a heart full of energy, I'm here to make your summer smoother, sunnier, and stress-free! I've worked with children of all ages, including those with special needs, and I pride myself on...

Care Member says "Daisy cared for our daughter (18 months) for 6 months at our home while I worked from home. She was very warm, engaging, and fun! Daisy is very easy to...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.07/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake Zurich, IL

Babysitters in Lake Zurich, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Jelayne C.

She has been the perfect fit for our family. She is kind, patient, reliable, and fun! She primarily cares for our 19 month-old daughter....

- Katie D.

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

Danielle S.

Danielle is the absolute best! She became part of our family. She was always on time, reliable, happy and very playful with the kids. One of...

- Cindy R.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lake Zurich, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lake Zurich, 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 14 babysitters in Lake Zurich, 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 Lake Zurich, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.07 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 Lake Zurich, 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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