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Lorena C.

Lorena

River Grove, IL

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Experienced and dedicated babysitting with a passion for children and a strong track record of providing exceptional care for children. I am very honest, sweet and puntual. I'd describe my personality as honest, sweet and responsible. I like working with kids because I love kids. I'm looking for a job that work together with...
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Guzide G.

River Grove, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I came to America as an au pair and took care of two children, ages 2 and 3. 5, for a year. I was accepted into the program because of my experience in childcare in my own country and now I am taking care of a 6-month-old baby. Spending time with children is not a job, it is a beautiful part of my life. I enjoy making little...
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Yesenia L.

River Grove, IL

1.0(0)
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$18/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Yesenia but I also go by Yessi for short. I am a 26-year-old who works in a special education kindergarten classroom. I have worked with toddlers to middle school children. I love being outdoors doing all kinds of fun and active activities! I take my tasks very serious and organized while always having a smile on...
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Dianne L.

River Grove, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as honest kind and trustworthy I like working with kids because I love being around them they make me happy and feel young
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Mikaela M.

Counselor Looking For Summer Work & Hopefully Nights/weekends In The Fall.

River Grove, IL

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$27/hr
9 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am currently a college admissions counselor working with students in grades 5th-12th. Previously, I was a high school counselor for 2 years (ages 13-18) was a behavioral therapist for a year (ages 3-8), children's case manager for 3 years (ages 2-15), and was a day camp counselor for 4 years (ages 3-13). Working with and...
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Bonnie M.

River Grove, IL

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Dance, sing, play, imagine, and read. These are just some of the activities I enjoyed while raising my children and I want to be able to share this joy with others. Reach out to me to see if I fit your family needs.
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Cheyenne V.

River Grove, IL

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$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Shay ! I want to start with this. You want ME assisting you or your family member. I'm just the type of person with a great personality to allow me and my patient to have a good day regardless of the circumstances. I have EXTRAORDINARY references , I am 24-year-old female LPN nurse licensed and also MEDICAL ASSISTANT...
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Piromya G.

River Grove, IL

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$20/hr
12 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Trustful, caring, Fun, Flexible, CPR/First Aid Certificate, none smoke. (Looking for Full-time or part-time job). More than 12 years experience.
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Madeline L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
I absolutely love children, and I have 10+ years of child care experience as it is something I am so passionate about! I am a Registered Nurse, Certified Nurses' Aide, and CPR, First Aide and AED trained and certified. I am looking for families who may need an occasional babysitter, and I am available during the day, evenings,...
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Grace W.

Creative Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Grace, but I also go by Graci. I have felt since a young age my passion and calling in life is to help people. I have 12 years of experience in babysitting and have been a nanny for a baby. I have worked as a swim instructor for 3 years total, which was mainly with children aged 6 months-14 years old. I love...

Kelly H. says "Grace is so wonderful! We first met grace back during her high school days. She has created such a strong bond with my daughter over the years. She always...

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Ammy H.

Sitter!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a professional nanny/ newborn care specialist/ teacher that's looking for a full-time position. I also discover my passion to work with kids at the age of 15 when I started to babysit. What motivates more about this job is the connection that you can create with a child. Trying to see and experience the world from their...

Emma M. says "Ammy was our nanny for over a year - it's time for our little one to start daycare - so we have to let her find another position . Ammy is a kind,...

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Jameson K.

Fun And Creative Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
As a certified teacher with 12 years of experience and a passion for making a positive impact on children's lives, I believe my creative and friendly nature makes me an exceptional childcare provider. I value open communication with parents, providing regular updates and following their preferred methods of communication. My...

Stephanie S. says "Jamie has been wonderful with our infant and with our dogs! She has really been a life saver and our little one really seems to like her! I am very sad...

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Kali M.

Full-time Student, Looking For Part-time Nanny Job!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting and nannying since I was in middle school (when my parents were right down the street just in case I needed them!). Since then, I have watched newborns, toddlers, and kids of all ages. I have experience with children who have special needs. I have built great relationships with the families I have babysat...

Jennifer D. says "Kali was an amazing caregiver to my children for just over four years! She did both occasional babysitting and summer nannying. She instantly became one...

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Kimberly H.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have over 10 years of experience with children in many different settings. I babysat throughout all my middle school and high school years and I continued babysitting while I was in college at the University of Iowa, for a local family. I just graduated with a Business Marketing degree. I am a certified lifeguard and taught...

Care Member says "Kimmy is wonderful with children and helping around the house. When babysitting she is always going above and beyond! The children adore her and she...

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Dylan S.

Preschool Teacher Looking To Transition Into Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Dylan and I've been babysitting since I was 11, a camp counselor as a teenager, and now I am a preschool teacher. I've been teaching at my school for going on five years. Before working at a preschool teacher I was a tutor at CPS as well as an art instructor for Young Rembrandts. I got my bachelor's degree...

Jen C. says "We have known Dylan for five years, as she was our daughter's preschool teacher. Eventually, she also started babysitting for our two kids. As a teacher and...

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Delaney B.

Babysitter!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am a student at North Park University, majoring in Early Childhood Education! I am excited to care for children, as well as assist parents who need a little extra help!

Denali D. says "Delaney sat for my children (6 and 3) and they had a wonderful time with her. She's incredibly conscientious and communicative (for parents) and a lot of...

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Sarah R.

Part-time/Full Time Babysitter/Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi there! I currently work a FT role in logistics for a large trucking company but childcare has always been a true passion for me. I am excited to connect with families that have part time babysitting requests. I graduated from University of Iowa in 2012 with a Communication Studies degree and a Certificate in Entrepreneurship....

Raghid E. says "We traveled to Chicago for couple nights and needed someone to stay with our 6 and 4 year olds for date nights. Prior to that we never hired someone over...

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Isaly R.

Part-time Babysitter

Bensenville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
I have 7yrs experience caring for children. I'm a very outgoing, active individual who loves the outdoors and sports! I'm experienced in caring for multiples and am great at helping organize long days, calendars, and play dates. I have great multitasking skills and am a neat person! I'm a team player and always ready for a new...

Sandra O. says "For the past two summers Isaly has babysat my two daughters. Isaly is a bright, patient, and caring person. She relates well with my girl. They love her...

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Peggy L.

Experienced Babysitter With Over 20 Years Experience Available Weekdays

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, my name is Peggy and I am interested in the nanny position you have posted. I am a very caring and dependable person. I am CPR/first Aid certified. I am a non-smoker and take proper precautions to protect everyone's health. I am up to date with current covid and flu vaccines. I have 10 years of professional child care. I...

Vanessa P. says "Peggy was wonderful with our 3-month-old son. She did age-appropriate activities, e.g. tummy time, walks and reading during the day. She was great to...

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Amy R.

Full-time Caregiver Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Amy . I have 3 years of experience working at a childcare facility working with infants through preschoolers. I also earned my Bachelor's degree in psychology at University back in 2018. I am currently attending graduate student at University (only remote learning). I'm looking for a part time position to...

Brittany S. says "Amy was on time to watch our toddler and sent me pictures throughout the day. Our daughter was exhausted from all of the fun and slept great that night!...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.12/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 1.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in River Grove, IL

Babysitters in River Grove, IL are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Grace W.

Grace is so wonderful! We first met grace back during her high school days. She has created such a strong bond with my daughter over the...

- Kelly H.

Ammy H.

Ammy was our nanny for over a year - it's time for our little one to start daycare - so we have to let her find another position . Ammy...

- Emma M.

Jameson K.

Jamie has been wonderful with our infant and with our dogs! She has really been a life saver and our little one really seems to like her! I...

- Stephanie S.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in River Grove, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in River Grove, 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 8 babysitters in River Grove, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 1.0. 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 River Grove, IL babysitters on Care.com is $22.12 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 River Grove, 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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