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128 babysitters are listed in Oak Park, IL
The average rate is $17/hr as of March 2023
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
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I am an AMI trained Montessori teacher with a Masters in Education, looking for evening and weekend babysitting work. I have been working with children since I was in high school, and have been teaching in a Montessori classroom for 4 years. I love working with children of all ages, and am happy to...
Latest review:
5.0
We have used Greta several times and she is wonderful. Reliable and warm. She engages our daughter and they play together well. Highly recommend her.
Reviewed by Lis C.
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My name is Belle and I would love to be your babysitter! I am 20 years old and I graduated from high school in three years. After high school I took a gap year which I spent as a full time nanny. I am now going into my junior year of college and majoring in Event Management. I have experience in...
Latest review:
5.0
Very engaging with our twins and patient!
Reviewed by Jeanette H.
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Hi, I'm Ashley and In May 2020, I graduated with a Master of Arts in English, concentration in literature from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE). This academic achievement, my excellent track record as a Graduate Teaching Fellow and my commitment to teamwork and professionalism in the...
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5.0
Ashley allowed us the pleasure of having her as our regular evening babysitter for almost a year. She is a wonderful person and our then eight year old boy adored her. Ashley was "always" punctual and "always"...
Reviewed by Claire C.
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Hello! My name is Haley and I am 26 years old. I currently reside in Oak Park, IL and go to medical school at Loyola. I am originally from NH, and went to Keene State College to obtain my BS in biology.
I have my CNA and EMT certificate which comes with a lot of hands-on training including first...
Latest review:
5.0
We had a wonderful experience with Haley watching our 1-year-old. She was responsible, punctual, professional, and kind -- everything you would hope for. We felt very comfortable leaving our daughter with...
Reviewed by Devon B.
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Hi! I'm Sarah. I am 20-year-old and a Sophomore at Illinois State University. I am an experienced babysitter with children of all ages. I enjoy playing games, doing crafts and being active with kids. I like helping with homework and anything else school related as well. My experience includes...
Latest review:
5.0
Sarah is amazing! Our kids have so much fun with her and she even helps with homework. She manages to keep all 4 of our young kids occupied and happy. She plays games, tutors, takes them to the park, is great...
Reviewed by Amanda F.
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Hello! My name is Alexis. I am a graduate of Benedictine University, earning my degree in Special Education. I have an extensive background working with children of all ages and diverse backgrounds. I am also CPR and First-Aid certified. As for me personally-I love cooking, walking everywhere with...
Latest review:
5.0
Alexis was an amazing caretaker for my children, E. and M., as well as my dog, Roxy! She always came right on time so I never had to worry about being late for work. Alexis also cooked extremely delicious but...
Reviewed by Kerry C.
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Hello Families! My name is Milan I'm currently in college locally and would love to be in assistance to your family. I am the first born so I have lots of experience with children family wise and I have 3 years of experience professionally babysitting with ages 2-12. I can help with Light...
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5.0
Milan has been babysitting for us for the last year and she is absolutely fantastic! She is always quick to respond and has been very flexible with our odd working/personal hours. She even came to our wedding...
Reviewed by Rachel M.
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Hi parents! I live in Oak park. I help families to take care of kids near by, and would love to meet with your kids as well.
I will be glad to provide date night babysitting, also very flexible with schedule on weekends and last minute help.
I am a very caring, patient and creative person who will...
Latest review:
5.0
Olha has been a huge help with our son (2) and he loves hanging out with her. She's reliable, sticks to our son's schedule, and easy to work with. We highly recommend her and will work with her again!
Reviewed by Karl H.
Sofia B.
Oak Park, IL
$12-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello there! I have about 4 years of on and off experience with babysitting children 4 months - 11 years old. I am comfortable with providing meals, changing diapers, playing with, and putting kids to bed. I am reliable and I enjoy spending time with kids.
Latest review:
5.0
Sofia is wonderful with my kids and always engages with them. We have been so happy with her and her excellent work . She is always on time and willing to help out in any way she can with homework too. She...
Reviewed by Charlotte C.
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I'm an IL-certified Secondary English Teacher with 2 MA degrees in Education & local, national, and international awards for outstanding teaching. My students have earned admission to competitive private & public schools, earned academic scholarships, and achieved victory over disabilities. I have...
Latest review:
5.0
Todd is a challenging and rewarding mentor. Holding me to high standards while offering me a constant avenue of support and resources, I saw my grades drastically improve as a result of our ongoing...
Reviewed by Benjamin U.
Olha Y.
Oak Park, IL
$32-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Would Love To Help Organize Your Home, Mind And Life . Decluttering, Organizing And Cleaning.
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I was doing cleaning part time for the last 10 years, because I enjoy the work and I love to see happy homeowners pleased with their sparkling clean house. I am a positive thinker, very spiritual person, and a vegetarian. Now I study to become a classical homeopath.
We charge $30-35 per hour for a...
Latest review:
5.0
Olha helped with maintenance of my home for the past 3 years, and did a wonderful job. Strong communicator, reliable, careful. Would highly recommend her for anyone looking for a housekeeper.
Reviewed by John L.
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I'm 33 years old and live in Ukrainian village. I have grown up around animals and have always liked to love and care for them. I have experiences in all areas when it comes to caring for pets of any type. I have experience feeding, bathing, giving medications, changing potty pads, walking, and...
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I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in...
Latest review:
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Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We have enlisted Mr. M. to work with our children M-F from 3pm-...
Reviewed by Jennifer W.
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I have been pet sitting for over 5 years. I also have experience as an Animal Care Technician at the Animal Care League in Oak Park. I am comfortable with all sizes and temperaments. I am experienced with walking, feeding, playing with, cleaning, medicating, and caring for all kinds of pets.
Latest review:
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Sofia took care of our three cats for more than a week while we were away. She did a fantastic job! The cats adored her and she sent us pictures and videos every day. In addition, Sofia helped by bringing in...
Reviewed by Anna T.
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I have been tutoring for a 2 years. I am a senior in high school. I have volunteer tutored at Cluster Tutoring. I would be more than happy to help your child with any subject. Math is particularly my favorite, but I will give your child individual attention in any subject needed.
Latest review:
5.0
Sofia is wonderful with my kids and always engages with them. We have been so happy with her and her excellent work . She is always on time and willing to help out in any way she can with homework too. She...
Reviewed by Charlotte C.
Leyla C.
Oak Park, IL
$22-26/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I love children, I have a lot of patience, I am very affectionate, and I love to play, sing, dance, paint, draw with them and treat them as if they were mine.
I have 7 years of experience with children. I am a kindergarten teacher in my country Guatemala. I really like children's. I love kids. I...
Latest review:
5.0
Leyla has been with us since my daughter L was about 5 months old. Lillian is now 4 and has a younger brother H who is 2. To say that Leyla is a vital part of our family is an understatement. She is 100%...
Reviewed by Anna R.
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I graduated college in December of 2017 with a degree in Music and Biology. I have worked as part-time Adjunct Professor and coaching children's gymnastics. Throughout college I have babysat part-time for one of my Professor who has 5 children ages newborn-8 years old. I have also volunteered in my...
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I moved to Bolingbrook in October 2021 pursuing a Master of Science in Community Nutrition and Public Health and completion of a dietetic internship. Excitingly, I finished my masters December 2022 and decided to make Chicagoland my forever home. Prior to graduate school, I achieved a Bachelor of...
Latest review:
5.0
Munirih was very kind and made our 17 month old son feel very comfortable from the start. We would work with her again.
Reviewed by Joseph A.
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Hello! I'm Bess, and I'm a 25-year-old nanny/babysitter from Oak Park. I'm looking to provide occasional childcare help in the Oak Park area! I currently have a nannying job Monday through Wednesday for three little boys, so I'm hoping to find work on Thursday, Friday and weekends. My boyfriend and...
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Hello all!,
I love being around kids and have lots of experience taking care of them. I have nannied and babysat over the years for neighbors and friends. I have babysat up to 6 children at a time and have experience with infants. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as fully vaccinated. I was a...
Latest review:
5.0
I worked with Julia at a children's art studio. She was a pleasure to work with and the children loved her. She was caring and kind and also great fun and creative with the children. She often came up with...
Reviewed by Josephine R.
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Recent babysitter reviews in Oak Park, IL
Greta N.
5.0
We have used Greta several times and she is wonderful. Reliable and warm. She engages our daughter and they play together well. Highly recommend her.
- Lis C.
Belle W.
5.0
Very engaging with our twins and patient!
- Jeanette H.
Ashley H.
5.0
Ashley allowed us the pleasure of having her as our regular evening babysitter for almost a year. She is a wonderful person and our then eight year old boy adored her. Ashley was "always" punctual and "always" arrived with a cheery attitude. When her schedule did not fit with ours she let us know...
- Claire C.
Haley Z.
5.0
We had a wonderful experience with Haley watching our 1-year-old. She was responsible, punctual, professional, and kind -- everything you would hope for. We felt very comfortable leaving our daughter with Haley, whom we absolutely would hire again. Thank you, Haley!
- Devon B.
Sarah S.
5.0
Sarah is amazing! Our kids have so much fun with her and she even helps with homework. She manages to keep all 4 of our young kids occupied and happy. She plays games, tutors, takes them to the park, is great with bedtime and mealtime. Our kids are always so excited when she comes. I highly...
- Amanda F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Oak Park, IL:
How can I find a Oak Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Oak Park, 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 128 babysitters in Oak Park, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Oak Park, IL?
The average rate for Oak Park, IL babysitters on Care.com is $17.59 per hour as of March 2023. 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 Oak Park, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Oak Park, IL through Care.com. As of 2023, 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.