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Mariah W.

Nurse Midwife Available For Part-time/Date Night Help

Markham, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Mariah I am nurse midwife and women's health nurse practitioner. I currently live in Markham, IL. I would love to use my experience as a midwife, registered nurse to be of assistance for occasional date nights or getaways. I can offer more availability during the week for the right family and fit. I am...

Jenna K. says "Mariah was punctual and prepared for our in person meet-up! She was kind and more than qualified to care for children of all ages. Unfortunately, we ended...

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Kimora K.

Markham, IL

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
I've always been a kid person, and I've been fortunate to spend the last four years working as a childcare provider. I have a passion for helping children grow and develop. With my experience, I'm comfortable caring for children between the ages of 0 and 11. I'm patient, calm, and creative, which helps me connect with children...
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Cameece B.

Part-Time Babysitter

Harvey, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Children are my passion! I have always been nurturing and quick to help anyone. I am working towards my goals of having my own facility which will include 24hr childcare, tutoring services for all ages, preschool, after school programs, and much more! I currently work with a second chance program for high school students who...

Arthur P. says "Cameece was a wonderful babysitter who worked for us while me and why wife worked. We felt confident in her watching our children and always knew they...

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Noelle B.

Super Fun Babysitter With Good Energy And A Contagious Smile!

Country Club Hills, IL

4.8(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
Hi! My name is Noelle and I am a senior business management, pre-law major at University. I worked at a day camp for 3 years doing various activities such as: swimming, fun games, singing & dancing, and field trips (River, Bowling, and more!). I more recently have worked with 7 care. com families. I am a very fun, organized, and...

Tanya M. says "Noelle has a warm personality, offering kind and structured care for our 8 year old. She has excellent communication skills and is enthusiastic and...

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Jessica M.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Jessica! I am a 27-year-old who loves kids and I have been babysitting since I was 15. I worked 4 years as a Program Therapist at an Eating Recovery Center and I started a new job at Cook County Department of Corrections. I have 5 years experience working with the Chicago Park District as a summer recreational...

Kristin B. says "Jessica has been a great babysitter for my 2 year old son. She plays with him, preparers meals and helps with potty training. She is always cheerful and...

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Brittany W.

Brittany

Oak Forest, IL

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I look forward to meeting you & your family! I am hoping to be the go to date day/night babysitter for a few families in the southwest suburbs or downtown Chicago. At the moment I am available during the evenings & weekends. I also have a somewhat flexible schedule & can be available last minute during the day. I am a...

Jeff S. says "Brittany's energy, positivity and true love for children make our entire family happy when she comes for a visit."

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Marilyn A.

Evergreen Park, IL

4.6(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have six years of paid experience and I also have 3 younger siblings that I have babysat plenty of times while growing up. I adore children and I have a 2-year-old daughter as well. I view children as pure innocent souls and I would be honored to give them guidance and love at any stage of their lives.

Care Member says "My boys love going to Marilyn’s. She is kind and patient with both of them. They often talk about how excited they are to go back. Marilyn was available...

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Michele D.

Nanny Bio

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a mother of 3 grown children. I have been working in childcare for the past 25 years and have worked with ages infant through school age. I enjoy helping children learn and grow. I am CPR certified and COVID vaccinated. I'd describe my personality as caring, creative and fun I like working with kids because it makes me...

Care Member says "Michele was a great nanny for our family. She is dependable, trustworthy and loving. Our son felt comfortable with her from the beginning and loves her...

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Melissa S.

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been babysitting out of our home for 12+years. We have a 13-year-old daughter and 18-year-old son. I have watched children, from newborn to teenager. While babysitting we read books, go to park (weather permitting) we do arts/crafts, cooking/baking (age-appropriate), play games, homework, etc. I have such a love for kids...

Lauren G. says "I have known Melissa for 2 1/2 years. She has watched both of my boys since they were 3 months old (now 3 and 1). I trust her with them completely....

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Kathy S.

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
Hi my name is Kathy and I have been a nanny for the same family for the past 12 years. There are two boys ages 14 and 9. I watched them 4 days a week for the past 10 years. Both boys are in school full time now so they don't really need a nanny anymore. My schedule is opened up quite a bit now. I have 2 grandchildren ages 6 &...

Shaneva M. says "ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!!! My family has grown by 1 when we found Kathy! I travel A LOT for work and we've moved to IL and are detached from family. Kathy...

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Kaitlyn C.

Mom Of 2 Looking To Help You!

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have plenty of experience caring for children. My daughter is 10 my son is 6. I love being around children and having fun with them. Caring for children is what I am truly good at and think I could be the perfect match for your family.

Jane W. says "Kaitlyn was sweet and asked great questions to find out how my kids would be best entertained. She handled multi tasking well and cleaned up when the kids...

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Jasmine M.

Jasmine M.

South Holland, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I love children. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy working with them very much. I have been and am...

Catearina C. says "Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him...

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Taylor T.

Munster, IN

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I am a young and fun kindergarten teacher that loves being around children. I am reliable, on time, energetic, and dependable! I have always loved being around children and decided very early on that I wanted to spend my life teaching and making an impact on future generations. I am able to care for kiddos, make meals,...

Jen S. says "Taylor is the ideal sitter! She has so much energy! She is punctual, responds to texts fast, loves kids and spent an entire evening doing projects with my...

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Maria F.

Part Time Nanny/babysitter

Blue Island, IL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...

Victoria R. says "We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to...

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Salma C.

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Salma. I'm a creative 33-year-old, a French speaker, and currently looking for a part-time or full-time babysitting position. I love working with children-their curiosity and energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible and dependable, yet also fun and energetic. I'm an aunt to 8 wonderful nieces and...

Care Member says "Salma is the best! She is very sweet, caring and patient with my two little ones. We have used her for over two years and my kids love her. She is...

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Cassie J.

Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.

Alsip, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.

Anne M. says "Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly...

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Cynthia V.

Crestwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
18 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello My name is Cyndy. I have 18+ years of caring for children, seniors. I do not mind light housekeeping or driving in immediate area. I have transportation w an excellent driving record. I have Great References. Have experience w diabetes, dementia, tbi special needs care and more. I am looking to fill my weekdays as I work...

Sara T. says "Cyndy is reliable, great with people, seniors, and children, kind, patient, honest, and really puts in 100% to what she enjoys doing!"

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Samantha S.

I Am A Caring Teenager Who Loves To Provide Care To All Age Children

Lansing, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Background check COMPLETED & CLEARED by cants . CPR certified since 2018. Recently renewed 05/2025. For years, I have enjoyed babysitting children. I enjoy spending time with children and entertaining them, I love their energy and curiosity. I have great listening skills, and I show so much love and affection to the child(ren)...

Evon P. says "Samantha is a very nice and respectable young lady. She was gentle and caring with my two daughters. She kept my youngest daughter who usual cries all day...

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Nicole K.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have three small children of my own who are 5 months, 3 years and 5 years. I also have taught infants through second graders as a music teacher and am a certified high school middle school teacher.

Joy J. says "She really likes and cares for kids of all ages. She is very patient and kind."

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Rianna R.

Steger, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I have a lot of experience when it comes to caring for children as that was job before becoming a nurse. I am now a postpartum nurse caring for newborns and new moms. I am looking for some work on the side as I do miss babysitting.

Laura V. says "She is amazing and the kids love her so much! I would definitely recommend Rianna!!"

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Markham, IL

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

Mariah W.

Mariah was punctual and prepared for our in person meet-up! She was kind and more than qualified to care for children of all ages....

- Jenna K.

Cameece B.

Cameece was a wonderful babysitter who worked for us while me and why wife worked. We felt confident in her watching our children and always...

- Arthur P.

Noelle B.

Noelle has a warm personality, offering kind and structured care for our 8 year old. She has excellent communication skills and is...

- Tanya M.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Markham, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Markham, 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 2 babysitters in Markham, 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 Markham, IL babysitters on Care.com is $17.00 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 Markham, 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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