Find babysitters in Oak Forest, IL that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Oak Forest, IL

The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Oak Forest, IL

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Lillian H.


Crestwood, IL

$10-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lillian. I have been cleaning homes for over 8 years. I have great references available upon request.
Lillian can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens & more

Recent review:

5.0
I hired Lillian to help organize, clean and pack my 78 year old moms condo. Lillian showed up as scheduled, was a huge help and (per mom) was absolutely delightful. We would definitely have her assistant again.

Carrie K.

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Gloria D.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision I've babysit own and off for a few years I've worked at summer camps and after school programs I'm a very good cook
Gloria can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
Personable, kind, interactive with kids, communicates well, tries to do what is asked of her. She’s great!

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Karina K.


Palos Heights, IL

$15-22/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver- Full Time Housekeeper

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Our family and extended family live together to help each other. My aunt has Dementia and C. O. P. D and my mother also has health issues. I love taking care of the house I clean on a daily basis. I clean mop and sweep the floors so there shiny. I also clean the bathrooms, bedrooms, living room and dining room, foyer and take...
Karina can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more

Recent review:

5.0
Karina is a kind, thoughtful, and good-natured person and she is tremendously helpful to our family of four. Karina helps us with our laundry once a week and also does a lot of picking up/light house work. She brings a great combination of expertise and a...

Laura F.

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Lori R.


Alsip, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Petsitter/care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I provide loving pet care in your home. I am a longtime pet parent of one dog and one cat. I love all animals and most of them love me back! I'm not familiar with reptile or small rodent care. One of my hobbies is baking homemade dog treats, because I believe our dog's health is just as important as ours! I am not available for...
Lori can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Lashanna H.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Can manage the daily routines of children age ranged 6 weeks to 21 while the parents are working. I can provide a structured schedule that includes meals, naps, playtime, and academic enrichment. I can also effectively manage housekeeping tasks, including cleaning, doing laundry, and organizing all areas. I have a clean driving...
Lashanna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Lashanna was amazing at pet sitting my dog. My Yorkie is ever clingy and doesn’t like when I’m gone but she loves being around Lashanna. She was very respectful of my space and followed the routine laid out for my dog. I definitely recommend Lashanna! 10/10.

Kiela W.

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Halee B.


Chicago Ridge, IL

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Teacher available in summers: Hello, I am a graduate from Eastern Illinois University. I have my bachelors degree in early childhood and special education. I currently am teaching my third year of early childhood special education. I have experience at a daycare and summer schools with children from newborns to teens. I also...
Halee can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
My family had the pleasure of working with Halee on a weekly basis throughout Summer of 2021. Her educational and professional background in Education really shines in her interactions, both with my 6 month old daughter, and with myself and my husband. She has a...

Christine S.

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Noelle K.


Homer Glen, IL

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi my names Noelle and I have three years of experience. love kids and pets and would find fun activities to do that were age appropriate or course. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation for the kids. I am a full time college student at Concordia so date nights would be perfect!
Noelle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Recent review:

5.0
Noelle is really good with my daughter. She is very reliable and patient. I would recommend her as a great caregiver for anyone's child!

Averi N.

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Rebecca C.


Thornton, IL

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been care-taking for five years professionally. When I was 25 my spouse was diagnosed with Cancer so I have been care-taking non professionally for a long time. My last client was 94 and required bathing, dressing, cooking, house keeping, transportation back and for to the doctor and medication management. I am outgoing...
Rebecca can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, visiting physician, dementia & more

Recent review:

5.0
Rebecca is a very caring person.She has a great personality with her patients and makes them feel comfortable.She makes sure her patients needs are met. It's a plus that she is a very good cook and can do extra household chores also.I highly reccomend Rebecca and...

Maureen C.

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Rebecca Z.


Alsip, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Educator & Instructionalist | Academic Tutor

Hi parents! I am a college graduate of 3 majors that include both social and hard sciences. I was a math tutor since elementary school (though unpaid until sometime in high school) and often assisted my siblings and various neighborhood kids. Previous homework help/tutoring work includes working at a math and science school for...

Recent review:

5.0
Rebecca has been an amazing Math tutor to my 8th grade daughter. I wanted a tutor to help her with homework but also help her with her confidence. Rebecca is a great role model! She has been so patient, punctual and she took the time to learn the learning style of...

Carolina E.

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Carrie S.


Homer Glen, IL

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
Carrie can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Recent review:

5.0
Carrie is very kind and caring. She is trustworthy and won't let you down. She is a very family oriented woman and takes her job as a caregiver very seriously. You won't be disappointed.I am available for further information.

Tina C.

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Diana J.


Worth, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, l have a great background in Early Education, after school, and a float in between toddler and infant rooms. Playing, and reading are my specialties, as long as the children are engaged, they are learning. My experience as a nanny has been nothing but positive. I love when the children are growing and learning in their...
Diana can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Recent review:

5.0
It was a pleasure to meet Diana, she would be a great asset to any family. With myself being new to paying for child care I feel I wouldn't be able to pay her what she deserves.

Michelle M.

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Jasmine M.


South Holland, IL

$17/hr8 yrs exp

Jasmine M.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I love children. This is what I am going to school to pursue. 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...
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
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 as well. Definitely recommend.

Catearina C.

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Kathy S.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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 &...
Kathy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision

Recent review:

5.0
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 has made our biggest concern disappear!! Having someone you can trust to take care of your most precious...

Shaneva M.

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Dionne V.


Blue Island, IL

$29/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work in a school with children that have developmental disabilities. I have been doing that for the past 15 years and prior to that I was a CNA. I enjoy working with children and adults.
Dionne can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Dionne is exceptional! My daughter absolutely loves her.

Stephanie K.

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Samantha S.


Orland Park, IL

$21/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 29 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Samantha. I am looking to help out with date nights. I have worked for multiple families long term and have experience with different age groups. My youngest I've worked with was twin newborns and the oldest was 12 years old. References are available upon request. I am very active and like to play games and make...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Samantha is amazing with our three kids, dog, and two cats. She is always punctual and very reliable. She does lots of enrichment activities with the kids, like crafts and educational workbooks. She takes the kids to the park and library. The kids adore her. Can't...

Amy K.

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Kym F.


Evergreen Park, IL

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a 30-year-old full-time nanny and a certified licensed preschool-12th Spanish teacher with 2 years of experience - 1 teaching high school and 1 teaching preschool-8th. I have a Bachelor's degree in Spanish and minor in business from Aurora University. As well as a masters degree in Secondary Spanish Education. I have...
Kym can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
No hesitation needed on this one....Kym is amazing. She used to be my nanny before my husbands hours changed at work. She ran my house better than me. Kids love her... always on time..takes excellent care of kids and leaves the house clean. 10 out of 10.

Bridget M.

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Lindsay W.


Mokena, IL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Recent review:

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...

Karla N.

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Bonniejean M.


Mokena, IL

$22/hr9 yrs exp

"Joy Of Children"

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: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

Recent review:

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...

Lindsey F.

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Bonniejean M.


Mokena, IL

$13-17/hr10 yrs exp

It's All About Pets

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

Recent review:

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...

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Rebecca Z.


Alsip, IL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child-care | Academic Tutor | Pet-sitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My love for children is immeasurable. I truly enjoy spending time with kids as they are not just curious but genuine, active, and find silliness everywhere. There is so much to learn from them. At a young age, I became a second mom to my siblings which grew this innate nurturing instinct that allowed me to work with/for almost...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Rebecca was wonderful, and we have already asked her to help again next week. Our girls had a great time with her, and we would absolutely recommend her. Thank you Rebecca!

Ryan M.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oak Forest, IL

Lillian H.

5.0

I hired Lillian to help organize, clean and pack my 78 year old moms condo. Lillian showed up as scheduled, was a huge help and (per mom) was absolutely delightful. We would definitely have her assistant again.

- Carrie K.

Gloria D.

5.0

Personable, kind, interactive with kids, communicates well, tries to do what is asked of her. She’s great!

- Care member

Karina K.

5.0

Karina is a kind, thoughtful, and good-natured person and she is tremendously helpful to our family of four. Karina helps us with our laundry once a week and also does a lot of picking up/light house work. She brings a great combination of expertise and a willingness/openness to do things a...

- Laura F.

Lashanna H.

5.0

Lashanna was amazing at pet sitting my dog. My Yorkie is ever clingy and doesn’t like when I’m gone but she loves being around Lashanna. She was very respectful of my space and followed the routine laid out for my dog. I definitely recommend Lashanna! 10/10.

- Kiela W.

Halee B.

5.0

My family had the pleasure of working with Halee on a weekly basis throughout Summer of 2021. Her educational and professional background in Education really shines in her interactions, both with my 6 month old daughter, and with myself and my husband. She has a special gift for working with...

- Christine S.

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Average Rating4.5 / 5

Babysitters in Oak Forest, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.