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Mireya F.

Part-time Nanny/ House Manager/ Babysitter Available

Park Forest, IL

4.7(1)
from
$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 2 years' experience with being a nanny. I feel comfortable working with up to 4 kids at a time. I have experience with a wide range of age groups, ranging from 10 months to 10 years old, and have been hired by 4 different families from this site. When accepting roles, I like to become a part of the family and...

Janel R. says "Mireya is SO kind and caring to our kids!!! She goes out of her way to find educational games to do with them, she sits and plays pretend with them, and...

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Jessica G.

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Park Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello, my name is Jessica and I am 25 years old. I am currently a Nursing Major, graduating in March of 2024. I am a certified Paramedic for 6 years in the state of Illinois and I am also a combat medic in the Army Reserves. I am also CPR, PALS, & ACLS certified. I have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old for other...

Nicole D. says "Jessica is a great person. She is very trustworthy and dependable. When ever I need help she is always available. "

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Michelle N.

Experienced Nanny Seeking Welcoming Family

Park Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Michelle and I am 28 years old. Below is a few things about myself! - 9+ years experience in the ECE Field - Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certified - Fully Vaccinated - Non Smoker - Clean Driving Record - Infant/Toddler CDA - Experience working with twins, children with special needs & sibling groups - In addition...

Care Member says "Michelle was an amazing nanny to my little girl. She was nurturing, educational, structured and also incorporated our preferences. She’s extremely...

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Angelica S.

Hi, My Name Is Angelica.

Park Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as wholeheartedly caring, compassionate, and detail oriented. I like working with kids because every day is something new and no matter the challenges the world faces they find something, anything to be happy about. Children when their interest gets peaked have this gleam in their eye and it feels...

Care Member says "We absolutely fell in love with Angelica! My 2 boys 9 & 7 get so excited when she comes. We have been hiring her for random days for about 2 years. She...

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Emisha G.

Part-time Babysitter Available!!

Park Forest, IL

from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I love children and I have watched plenty of nieces and nephews as well as children in my own city through my parents colleagues. I have also volunteering through Columbia College of Chicago with mentoring etc. I am able to prepare meals upon instruction as well as change diapers. I also have experience with arts and crafts to...
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Jasmine H.

Experienced Babysitter

Park Forest, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am Jasmine. I have a ton of experience in babysitting all age children. I currently work with mentally disabled adults providing care. I have a fantastic personality and I love children. I am currently in school seeking a degree in nursing. I'm looking to provide care for children. I would enjoy taking them on outings and...
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Kourtney C.

Child Sitter

Park Forest, IL

from
$22/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
Hi! My name is Kourtney & I'm a 21-year-old just looking for a reliable, consistent babysitting job. I am RBT certified with about 1. 5 years of experience with kids with Autism. I have my own car so I am reliable and can help with transportation. I can do meal preps, fun outdoor/indoor activities, cleaning, etc. Just looking to...
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Daneka H.

Park Forest, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I am a registered nurse & I am also CPR certified. I have an associates degree in art as well as a early childhood teacher certificate. I have a 5-year-old and a 6-month-old but have been mothering my nieces and nephews for well over 11 years and they still never want to go home after spending a weekend with me. I treat every...
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Lashobda T.

Park Forest, IL

from
$21/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. With three years of experience caring for children of all ages, I combine my patient and calm nature with creative thinking to create a fun and engaging environment. I
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Josh W.

Park Forest, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I have about 2-3 years of experience with kids k-5 and a year of experience with kids 5-8. I can help with Travel and Crafts as well as provide support for online learning. I have specialized in sports as well as STEM camps.
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Byron T.

Great With Kids

Park Forest, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi I have received my Child Care Assistance Program training I have completed Tier 1 of ECE Credential Level 1 and I am great at cleaning.
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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
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
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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Monitte E.

Reliable Babysitter

Chicago Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
I am fully vaccinated to keep me and your little ones safe and everyone in my household is vaccinated. I have 25 plus experience. I have great References from other parents who have used my services. I can provide a background upon request. I also provide babysitting/childcare and limited overnight care.

Care Member says "Monitte continues to be the very best caregiver my son has ever had. She really cares about the children. "

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Ashley R.

Homewood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there, I'm Ashley! I'm 26 years old. I live in Homewood, IL. I have about 6 years of experience in childcare with many more of babysitting when I was younger. Let me know if you're interested or have any questions! :)

Sarah J. says "Great with kids! My 2 boys loved her!!! They won't stop asking when she's gonna come over again. Highly recommend "

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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
Carpooling
craft assistance
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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Jordan R.

Richton Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
A dedicated and experienced nanny and babysitting with 5 years of hands-on experience, specializing in the care of newborns and toddlers. Skilled in providing a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment, she is well-versed in feeding, diapering, sleep routines, and age-appropriate activities. Highly adaptable to the needs of...

Temitope O. says "She is the best babysitter i ever known "

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Kathryn C.

Looking For Peace Of Mind?

Dyer, IN

4.7(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I am have several years of childcare experience. I have experience from working with newborns to school age children. I have previously been a full time nanny, as well as worked in childcare facilities. I have many certifications: Sleep safe/ reduce Sudden Unexpected Infant Death, CPR, First aid, Child Abuse and Neglect...

Edith W. says "We hired Katie as our nanny and she was great, very punctual and professional. Would definitely recommend."

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Rianna R.

Steger, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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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Kimberly R.

Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment

Thornton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...

Andrea G. says "Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family....

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Kyli W.

Youthful And Energetic Sitter

South Holland, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Kyli. I am a spring 2024 graduate from the University of Missouri. While at the University of Missouri, I studied Journalism, minored in Spanish, and received a certificate in Multicultural Studies. I am a flexible and creative sitter with about 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to...

Ronda W. says "Kyli is my daughter, and I can vouch for her professionalism, dedication and drive to be the best at what she is looking to accomplish. She has helped in...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.45/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.7

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Park Forest, IL

Babysitters in Park Forest, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Mireya F.

Mireya is SO kind and caring to our kids!!! She goes out of her way to find educational games to do with them, she sits and plays pretend...

- Janel R.

Jessica G.

Jessica is a great person. She is very trustworthy and dependable. When ever I need help she is always available.

- Nicole D.

Michelle N.

Michelle was an amazing nanny to my little girl. She was nurturing, educational, structured and also incorporated our preferences. She’s...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Park Forest, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Park Forest, 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 11 babysitters in Park Forest, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Park Forest, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.45 per hour as of June 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 Park Forest, 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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