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61 babysitters are listed in Skokie, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Skokie, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since I was young, I was always seen to be a babysitter for my family members as well as their friends. Over the years, I have babysat my younger brother since he was 6-7 years old. I have also watched after family friends children before too. For instance, I have babysat three children at once ranging from 5 to 13 years old. I...
Madeline can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Madeline was terrific with our kids and very nice to work with. We look forward to working with her again."
Christopher C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! :)
My name is Jasmine! I am currently a college student at North Park University, majoring in a BSN. I am the oldest in my family of two brothers, and I also have a ton of younger cousins so I've had a lot of experience taking care of younger kids. I've been doing it for years now, and I really find a lot of joy...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine was with our family for a full year. She became more than a babysitter, more than a nanny, she was a member of the family. She cared for our 3 and 5 year old with love and care, but also was able to keep things in control! We are sad our schedules didn't...
Alan K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience babysitting began when I was just 12 years old. I put an ad in a local newspaper. I got one response and with my mother's supervision, I took care of a 3-year-old boy that summer. The relationship with him and his family turned into a 25-year friendship. I babysat throughout high school and then eight years ago, I...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Nancy is sent from heaven!! As a mom new to IL, finding a new sitter always made me a bit nervous. That changed shortly after meeting Nancy! She engaged and got to know the kids from the start. She gave us a full report each time we returned home. My kids are so...
Jc B.
4.3
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with child care and I am mother. I love activities outside and inside the house, if it is possible not to use screens with children. I love to play and make them lough, it really makes me happy to be with children. I consider myself an organized person and I love order. I am looking for a family that is...
Raiza can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Raiza was completely reliable and extremely skilled. Her English is very good. We do not speak Spanish and were able to communicate perfectly with Raiza. She agreed to a complicated schedule and was flexible when we asked for changes with little notice. Our...
Marcia R.
4.9
(25)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Vanessa is such a trustworthy nanny we ever had. she is kind, professional, flexible and super smart and creative. we hired her as a weekend caregiver and babysitter for our twins. Thanks for your love and kindness to our boys. We're admiring you."
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a university graduate who has long-term experience as an infant nanny/newborn care specialist, night nurse, personal assistant, and house manager.
Hannah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Hannah did a fantastic job watching our son for the last 8.5 months. She is very knowledgeable and caring and our son was always excited to see her. She was very willing to share her vast experience helping with sleep, introducing foods and overall development. She...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years experience in babysitting children. I nannied for a while in the city then got a full time job and picked up weekend and some week night shifts. I can help with various duties while watching the kids such as cooking, helping with homework, doing laundry etc.
I love working with all age rages of kids! I am a CTRS...
Clariza can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Instantly felt comfortable leaving my little one with Clariza. She was organized, kind and very lovely - we will certainly hire her again."
Liz H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A responsible babysitter looking to expand my work experience during the summertime. I am skilled in arts and crafts, enjoy spending time at parks and taking long walks in the neighborhood, and passionate about child development. I ensure to be a positive role model to your child(ren) and meet their needs to the best of my...
Shaleena can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Shaleena is great with our daughter. She is kind, firm, attentive, dependable, and has all the qualities of a great care giver. Our daughter loves her and felt very comfortable being left in her care."
Steve T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver, my passion for nurturing young minds and supporting families led me to this fulfilling career. With 20 years of experience, I am a certified teacher with ECE and early child development coursework. I have First Aid and CPR training. My calm and creative nature allows me to connect with children, providing a safe...
Mounia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 4 years of experience. I've took care of 3 kids (6mo, 7yo, 9yo) also with 2kids (3mo, 3yo) and 2 school age kids (9yo, 12yo). I can help with Swimming Supervision, meal prep, laundry and driving to different classes. Engaging them in age appropriate activities, crafts. I have a personality very calm and patient;...
Tania can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tania was excellent took care of my 3 month old like he was her own I was stress free and got to enjoy myself without any worries ! Thank you so much Tania ! "
Kaya B.
Jangchup C.
Skokie, IL
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there. I am Jangchup looking for part time cleaning, house keeping, baby sitting,
or any needed for Saturday and Sunday.
please contact me if anybody interested to call me few hours of the weekend of your busy.
Thanks,
Jangchup
Jangchup can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Janchup is wonderful - flexible, helpful and a pleasure to have in our home. Thank you!"
Steven S.
Laila O.
Skokie, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hello, my name is Laila, I'm a 59-year-old experienced mother of four kids, I am fluent in English, Assyrian and Arabic. I currently work as an assistant teacher for special Ed kids.
4.0
"Laila was our nanny for 8 weeks. She was very kind and always on time. She took care of our 16 month old daughter and did everything we asked. Helped with laundry and made meals. Unfortunately the language barrier was to hard for our family. We had a hard time...
Krista M.
I can work a flexible schedule. I have experience with kids from 0 to 14 years old. I do not mind pets, I have a dog myself. I am from Ecuador. I am American citizen and my first language is Spanish.
Victoria can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as being responsible, attentive, and energetic.
I like working with kids because there so unpredictable and and curiously innocent, which I think is very cute. I love kids and knowing I could help shape some of their lives gives me joy!
I've babysat my church families children for 4 years, until I...
I am a certified RBT, having worked with children with special needs for the last year and a half.
I have experience working with neurodivergent and neurotypical children ranging from infants to 18 years old.
having worked both in a professional setting with children and the home setting I am confident in my ability to provide...
Brenna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Ardita A.
Skokie, IL
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've spent the past four years as a childcare provider, and it has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Watching children learn and grow is a true privilege, and I'm proud of the positive impact I've had on the families I've worked with.
I have a calm and patient personality, which allows me to handle stressful situations...
I started working with kids at the age of 17 in 2017. Eversince, I have been passionate about caring for kids.
In my spare time, I like to shop, library, yoga, and read novels
One thing you should know about me is I'm very passionate
My skills include communication, empathetic, and patience
Jagruti M.
Skokie, IL
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, I am Jagruti. I love kids. I have been babysitting a couple of kids in the Skokie area. This includes taking them to the park for playing, driving them to places, playing games with them, feeding them, buying groceries and just overall supervising them. As for languages - I can speak English, Hindi, and Gujarati. I prefer...
Hi! I am an elementary ed. major at Butler University looking for a fun and fulfilling summer job. I have various previous experiences ranging from babysitting younger family members to working with my special education peers and observing/planning tasks for a preschool classroom. I spent the previous year helping out in a...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
I'd describe my personality as patient, empathetic and enthusiastic!
I like working with kids because they're so curious and full of energy, It's also rewarding to see them learn and grow each day, a long with knowing you contributed to that.
I'm looking for a job that will fit my range of experience and knowledge with...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Skokie, IL
Madeline M.
5.0
Madeline was terrific with our kids and very nice to work with. We look forward to working with her again.
- Christopher C.
Jasmine U.
5.0
Jasmine was wonderful! She looked after our baby girl from 3 months to 6 months full-time.
She kept her engaged with lots of activities and even helped us with sleep training. She's was very dependable and caring!
- Bella P.
Nancy J.
5.0
Nancy is sent from heaven!! As a mom new to IL, finding a new sitter always made me a bit nervous. That changed shortly after meeting Nancy! She engaged and got to know the kids from the start. She gave us a full report each time we returned home. My kids are so comfortable with her, she feels like...
- Jc B.
Raiza B.
5.0
Raiza watched our 7 week old baby for a week as I transitioned back to work. She’s also babysat all 3 of our girls (all under 5yo). She’s incredibly warm and caring. She was reliable, on time, and quick to respond to texts. Can’t recommend her enough, I will absolutely hire her again!
- Care member
Vanessa S.
5.0
Vanessa is such a trustworthy nanny we ever had. she is kind, professional, flexible and super smart and creative. we hired her as a weekend caregiver and babysitter for our twins. Thanks for your love and kindness to our boys. We're admiring you.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Skokie, IL:
How can I find a Skokie babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Skokie, 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 61 babysitters in Skokie, 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Skokie, IL?
The average rate for Skokie, IL babysitters on Care.com is $21.31 per hour as of April 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Skokie, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Skokie, 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.
Ratings for Skokie, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Skokie, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 56 reviews of the 61 listed babysitters.