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60 babysitters are listed in Mokena, IL
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Mokena, IL
4.6
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer, caring and compassionate and patient. Great with kids! I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well.
I like working with kids because kids rock! They are unique! Each and every one of them and they matter....
Bonniejean can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bonnie was great!- she was on time, courteous, and able to adjust when our dinner went late. She cleaned up after the kids and herself. The girls had so much fun with her! Can't wait to use her again!"
Care member
5.0
(11)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
If you're looking for a well-rounded, experienced care giver who simply loves being with children look no further!
I have experience with children ages 6 weeks through junior high aged. During college I worked as a teacher at the child care center for the Argonne National Laboratory. At this center I cared for children in seven...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids loves her, they keep asking when will Emma come back?! She was a substitute teacher at our daycare before baby-sitting for us, and one of my kids' favorite teachers. I am glad they get to see her again :)"
Fanny S.
5.0
(1)
I have pets set for over 15 years besides having my own wonderful fur babies! I was a pet rep for 5 years. Talk to pet parents everyday. Love my job. Pets are my thing caring for them. I'm a good one for that. I have a 4-year-old cat right now named Baby Boy. I have had many cats in my life. They are really cool. I had a dog as...
Bonniejean can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Bonnie is one of the most caring and responsible pet sitters I know. She has watched our dogs over the years and treats them like her own. We currently have an 18 year old Yorkie and I feel guilty going out of town and leaving her but I know when we’re away our...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate, divorced, mother of four (all in school). I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old and have 30+ years of experience. I have also worked in daycare centers, as a nanny and babysat out of my home.
I am available to arrange my schedule to suit your needs. I have availability daily during business...
Lindsay can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lindsay is a wonderful nanny! She is very caring, very responsible and really understands kids. She watched my daughter for about a year, mainly in my home, but I would also drop my daughter off at Lindsay's house occasionally. She would plan age appropriate...
Jane L.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Alli! I'm 18. I'm an animal lover and have a dog she's a golden doodle. I also have 2 bunnies. I love pets and feel comfortable around them! I would love to help out by caring for your pets
Alli can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Alli M.
Mokena, IL
$20-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Alli! I have 5+ years of experience working with kids from newborn and up! I am CPR certified. I've always been helping taking care of kids since I was younger. I am great with kids and love doing all activities with them! I love taking them for walks and going to the park, coloring and painting, reading books, singing...
Alli can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Alli is a very reliable, caring, and helpful young lady. She has a great heart and her smile will light up a room. She is amazing with children and I would recommend her for caring for your loved ones."
Kim H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a single mother of two girls that has years of hands on house cleaning. I am a very detailed cleaner and will give my 100% at making your home sparkle. I have a very flexible schedule and will clean at at time convenient for you. I can provide references.
Gail can also help with: Attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"It takes a village to run a home. As a working Mom, Gail is an essential part of our village. She is very reliable, adaptable and flexible. She and I agreed to a schedule for cleaning, straightening and laundry and it's been like a well oiled machine. Unlike other...
Jill C.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a single woman with 4 grown professional children and 6 grandchildren between the ages of 10 months and 12 years. I have always enjoyed caring for not only my own children but friends and family' s children throughout the years. I have been a Retail Manager for the past 20+ years and have been babysitting both my...
Sheri can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Hello, hello anybody reading this! My name is Xiya. Most of my childbearing experience comes from personal experience at home, but my love for children has thoroughly expanded my resume to include much more than that as well!
I have recently graduated from DePaul University with my B. A. in Psychology. Aside from this educative...
Xiya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Hello! My name is Caroline and I am a 20-year-old with experience as a nanny and a private swim lesson instructor. I am currently a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison majoring in Spanish and Business. I have been babysitting for 8 years with experience as a mother's helper including cooking, cleaning, laundry, and...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Annamarie C.
Mokena, IL
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Annamarie , I'm 24 years old and I am currently a student at Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine. I am studying for my doctorates in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. I have experience of babysitting and working with kids, and I love it so much. I love playing with kids and helping them. I am currently working at a...
Annamarie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Alexis . I have been babysitting since I was just 13 years old. I have worked for a church where I was required to watch up to a dozen of children at a time, ages 1 - 12. I have a lot of experience with all ages of kids. I am a very creative person so I enjoy playing games and making crafts with little ones. I would...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hadeel T.
Mokena, IL
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I am the second oldest out of 5 siblings so I had a lot of responsibilities when I was younger til now. I love playing with kids and building a connection with them. I had two special needs cousins and I just always knew that taking care of kids was something I enjoyed
I'm looking for a job that...
Alyssa P.
Mokena, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm alyssa, I am 23 and have had lots of experience with children! I started to babysit when I was 12 & started nannying at 18. I also have more experience working with children at a daycare, working at the LWC preschool class & I also volunteered coaching for a youth cheerleading program!
I am looking for something...
Hi , I multitask. From organizational skills , teaching art and crafts , running errands, babysitting etc. I can help with various skills that I have. I am a college graduate. I love people I love kids I love teaching.
Liz R.
Mokena, IL
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Liz, and I am looking for part time/weekend babysitting jobs! I am 32 years old, and I just left a position with the Lincoln Way Special Ed district as their Paraprofessional art and music instructor for students between 3-21 years old. I was previously a part time nanny for over 3 years for a wonderful family...
Liz can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
15+ years babysitting experience; 8+ years Nannying experience; 10+ years tutoring experience for ages 3-26 years old; and 15+ years of pet care experience.
As a nanny, I have provided the following services to families: getting kids ready for school (baths, clothes, preparing backpacks with schoolwork, and lunches), school...
Hayley can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Cassie M.
Mokena, IL
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am currently a pediatric nurse at a local hospital. I graduated from Ball State University where I studied Spanish and prenursing, and was part of the university's honors college. And earned my bachelors in nursing from Loyola University Chicago in 2022.
I am a night shift nurse so I work 7pm-7 a.m. about 3-4 times/week - I...
Cassie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
My name is Lauren and I have worked in the field of childcare for the past 9 years! I started watching my younger sister when I was 10 before babysitting for other families at the age of 13, volunteering as a cheer coach and dance teacher in my free time. At 16, I began working as a camp counselor/program aide, which I have done...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Throughout my life I have been surrounded by kids. Coming from a large family I have often taken care of either my younger brother or my younger cousins. I also have taken care of and continue to babysit, my nieces and nephews (13 of them to be exact).
As I got older I began babysitting for neighbors and later on became a...
Nour can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Mokena, IL
Bonniejean M.
5.0
Our two girls had so much fun with her! She is so bubbly and friendly that are toddlers easily warmed up to her. She is punctual, respectful, and goes with the flow- she cleans up after herself and after our date night ran a little late. She was not bothered that we came home a little bit after our...
- Lindsey F.
Emma M.
5.0
Emma has cared for our 3 1/2 year old son many times and she is absolutely wonderful.
She is very punctual, energetic, kind and an excellent communicator.
Her love of children is evident the moment you meet her and our son says she is "his very favorite because Emma is so fun to play with."
We...
- Jennifer B.
Bonniejean M.
5.0
Bonnie is one of the most caring and responsible pet sitters I know. She has watched our dogs over the years and treats them like her own. We currently have an 18 year old Yorkie and I feel guilty going out of town and leaving her but I know when we’re away our baby is well taken care of and loved.
- Care member
Lindsay W.
5.0
Lindsey has been a fantastic sitter for my baby. I would consider her more of a partner than just a sitter. Besides, keeping my 1 year old safe, she has been able to respond to all of her needs. She communicates with me how my baby's day went so then I am able to still know how many naps, how long...
- Karla N.
Alli M.
5.0
Allison is amazing with my two toddlers. She takes them to parks plays with them and is so wonderful at all times. I love her.
- Michelle M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Mokena, IL:
How can I find a Mokena babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Mokena, IL?
The average rate for Mokena, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.18 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 Mokena, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Mokena, 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.
Ratings for Mokena, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Mokena, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.