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60 babysitters are listed in Prospect Heights, IL
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Prospect Heights, IL
I have been doing domestic and Senior care for over 6 years primarily taking care of special needs persons and the elderly. My duties include but not limited to laundry, ironing, cleaning around the house, grocery shopping, grocery lists, medication reminders, making sure everything is in good order in the house and...
Precent can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Shayna R T.
Prospect Heights, IL
$14-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Fun, Caring, Compassionate Sitter Who Treats All Kids With Love And Kindess
I have 9 years of experience with all ages. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. Flexible to work in all home environments and family situations.
Shayna R can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Doris K.
Prospect Heights, IL
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for almost 10 years now and I absolutely love it! I have worked with children of all ages and am very comfortable with infants. Growing up in a large family has taught me patience, love, and respect. It has also given me a passion for learning and trying something out of my comfort zone. One of...
Doris can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
I have owned dogs/cats in the past and loved them very much. Now that my children are all grown up and out of the house I live in a small condo and can't have a pet. I have a flexible schedule and would love to help families out with their pets. I know most of the people have a busy life style right now but it's very important...
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
Precent M.
Prospect Heights, IL
$21/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Precent, I am a male caregiver with 7 years of paid work experience. I have experience with ADHD, Autism, Parkinson's and most developmental disabilities in children and adults. I have worked with elderly dementia patients, seizure patients, spinal cord injury patients, rehabilitation patients in my career. I am...
Precent can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Posts
"I am a fit and energetic professional nanny and house manager. With 20 years of experience working for Winnetka families, I'm easily adaptable to any family's needs. I love the outdoors and letting children learn thru hands-on play. Crafts, singing, dancing, outdoor sports, and walking/ exploring are my favorite ways of...
Viola can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Iwona Z.
Prospect Heights, IL
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Iwona. I'm 41 years old.
Looking for a housekeeping job.
Experience in housekeeping, housecleaning and babysitting.
Can provide references.
Iwona can also help with: Meal prep
Mimi S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Mimi. I currently attend UIC and am in my last semester of Teaching of History to become a high school teacher. I have worked on and off babysitting, lifeguarded for 2 years, and worked as a chef instructor for elementary aged kids.
Mimi can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good communication on status. There were a few discipline issues...
Dorothy I.
Cailee S.
Park Ridge, IL
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Cailee (24) and I have my masters in biomedical sciences (MBS). I have a few years of nanny experience and have had many part time babysitting jobs. Additional experience in senior care. First aid certified, clinical & tutor work experience.
Cailee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is a wonderful young lady who nurtured and played so well with our kiddos! We will use her again for babysitting needs."
S F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate and responsible babysitter with 3. 5 years of experience caring for infants to children 12 years old. Positive role model focused on supporting the development and teaching new skills. Certified in CPR with a dedication to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all children.
Enjoys...
Stacey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Stacey is great! She is taking care of our two boys and they love her."
Kasia P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone, I am Jelena and I am a sitter that just not only been nannying for over seven years but has great experience with many infants through teenage years. I am very trustworthy and responsible. I also do house chores, cleaning and cooking. With the many years of nannying I have learned so much from kids and learned...
Jelena can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had another nanny back out last minute when I had temporary training for work and Jelena was kind enough to step in and take care of my two toddler boys. She was on time, communicative, patient and gentle with the kids and we came home to a clean house with art...
Kendel C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Melissa, and I have 10+ years of babysitting experience. I graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor's of Special Education: Learning Behavior Specialist (B. S. Ed.). I've watched children from ages newborn-adolescent.
If I had to pick five words that best describes me, it would be: active,...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa was great with our two kids. She was reliable and punctual."
Abraham R.
4.6
(10)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
Gabriella can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very good with kids very outgoing, will recommend her to others, my kids love her! She's very active and out going person."
Cecilia G.
5.0
(1)
Laundry is a relaxing task for me it only takes time because of the washing & drying cycles. I was in the Army so I am a detail oriented person & only need direction once to complete a task. I have been doing laundry for everyone I've worked for. Washing, drying, folding, hanging, & putting away clothes too.
Vicky can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, pet waste cleanup, vacuuming and/or mopping
4.9
(23)
Dependable & Professional Nanny with 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development, ABA therapist & Newborn Care Specialist certified.
Hello Families, my name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I've been working with children for the past 12 years in position of Nanny,...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"We really like Vanessa. She is very professional with time and her work ethic especially when it come to kid. As a first time mom we struggle with how to handle the baby and everything but Vanessa helps us and walk us through how to proper taking care of the baby...
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Jade D.
Palatine, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm 25 years old. My passion for children is undeniable as I've been babysitting for 12 years; children between the ages of 3 months - 12 years old and was a full time nanny for 3 years. I currently work full time Monday-Friday until 2:30 p.m. so I'm primarily available on weekends. Cooking/cleaning is no problem for me.
Jade can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have been searching for a sitter for weekend date nights for my 4 and 6 year old boys. I found Jade and could not be happier! After finding Jade, we exchanged information and I spoke with her on the phone. I was very impressed with her professionalism. She...
Katie R.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working as a nanny for over 10 years and have 20+ years of babysitting experience for families of up to 5 children, ages birth to 12. I have my own transportation, am a non smoker, and comfortable with pets. I also am able to do light housework, laundry, cooking, and errand running. I love spending time with kids and...
Cassandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"Cassie interviewed with us twice. Once at a location and one time at our home to meet our children. She was very sweet and my kids really liked her. She seemed wonderful and her references were good so we offered her a position but she never returned my call to...
Amy C.
Christina P.
Schaumburg, IL
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Christina I have 4 years of babysitting experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping.
Christina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is responsible, kind and caring. Works hard and loves kids. "
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Kathleen C.
Des Plaines, IL
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi parents, I'm Kathleen but you can call me Kath! I have 4 years experience as a babysitter/nanny ( Ages 1-13 and cute little babies!! )
I grew up in a large family and have always been surrounded by children. This influenced my love of structured play, Watching babies grow, And my desire to help out around the house whenever...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Kathleen was great with my son. She responded quickly and was on time. We will definitely be using her again for a date night!"
Amber L.
Charina M.
Northbrook, IL
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified nurse's assistant, and a mother of five kids, four of whom are already grown and in the Philippines. Most of my experience was in the hospital, taking care of newborn babies. Being a mother and raising five kids already. I know I can be as good as I am taking care of older people. Just give me a try.
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Charina is warm and friendly, reliable and has done everything possible to accommodate us in the interview process."
Susan D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Prospect Heights, IL
Mimi S.
5.0
We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good communication on status. There were a few discipline issues with the kids and she handled them...
- Dorothy I.
Cailee S.
5.0
She is a wonderful young lady who nurtured and played so well with our kiddos! We will use her again for babysitting needs.
- S F.
Stacey C.
5.0
Stacey is great! She is taking care of our two boys and they love her.
- Kasia P.
Jelena J.
5.0
I had another nanny back out last minute when I had temporary training for work and Jelena was kind enough to step in and take care of my two toddler boys. She was on time, communicative, patient and gentle with the kids and we came home to a clean house with art projects and baking having been done...
- Kendel C.
Melissa M.
5.0
Melissa was great with our two kids. She was reliable and punctual.
- Abraham R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Prospect Heights, IL:
How can I find a Prospect Heights babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Prospect Heights, 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 27 babysitters in Prospect Heights, 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Prospect Heights, IL?
The average rate for Prospect Heights, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.74 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 Prospect Heights, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Prospect Heights, 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.