Find babysitters in Zion, IL that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Zion, IL

The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Zion, IL

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Lillian C.


Gurnee, IL

$17/hr

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have helped multiple families by caring for their children. My responsibilities include: driving the children to and from sport practices or school; playing games or helping them with their homework. I also help with small chores like: preparing meals, cleaning dishes, feeding and playing with their animals.
Lillian can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lily has been a wonderful babysitter for our four children! She’s reliable, friendly, and the kids really enjoy having her babysit! I would definitely recommend Lily to any family looking for someone trustworthy and sweet to watch their children! "

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Abigail G.


Antioch, IL

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caring And Loving Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently have a job and am not looking for another one. When I am looking for a job this is what I'd say. Hello! I've been a nanny for 5 years. I got my associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I've taken care of children from age 3 months to 8 years old. I'm pet friendly. I have my own car. I know first aid and...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I highly recommend Abby. If it was up to us we would've kept her forever. She's wonderful with children. She's patient, professional, reliable and flexible. Any family to get a chance to work with Abby is blessed!"

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Tamara K.


Antioch, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

RN Looking To Care For 1-2 Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a registered nurse who decided to stay home and care for my children after I had my third child in December, 2015. I have cared for for three to four other children during the past 5 years. I have experience with many age groups including newborn care (3 of my own children and labor and delivery experience in the hospital)....
Tamara can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tamara is amazing and wonderful. We found her here on Care.com when we needed a caregiver for our 10 mo old daughter. She has been a blessing for our family. She takes excellent care of our daughter and treats her like one of her own. Our daughter loves everyday...

Jami D.

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Ana F.


Gurnee, IL

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Ana

I am a teacher for children in Brazil, I work in two schools at the same time, one as a Portuguese/English teacher for children aged 5 and the other as a daycare provider with babies aged 1 to 2 years. I decided to be an au pair and became fluent in English and I had a wonderful experience with a host family that I love so much...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ana took such great care of our 3-year old boy. She always kept him safe and came up with fun activities to do with him. She's always find a new art project around things that he was interested in at the time. She is a safe driver and took him to the library,...

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Michelle D.


Winthrop Harbor, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Super Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

UPDATE: I am currently comfortable with my schedule. However if you are experiencing an urgent need for a few Tuesdays or Wednesdays, I am willing to see if I can help out. I am easy going, mature, dependable, nurturing and detail oriented - yet fun! :-) In my description below, you 'll see I have extensive experience in many...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"After quite a few "false starts" with less experienced individuals last summer, we finally found Michelle! 11 months later she has become an extended member of the family. We have had an Au Pair plus many other care providers over the past 4 years and Michelle is...

Christopher H.

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Melissa G.


Waukegan, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Your Housekeeper Is Here!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Looking for the girl that can do it all? I am your lady! I have over 10 + years for cleaning for a elderly woman. I am also a very clean person myself. I m very trust worthy. Im also very flexable.
Melissa can also help with: Basement cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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Jean G.


Kenosha, WI

$12-15/hr

Got A Pet, I Can Help!!

Dog needs a walk or some playtime, let out for potty, fed, cats too, friendly and safe caregiver. Mature and responsible. Short hours welcome.
Jean can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Known Jean for several years and she loves animals, dogs or cats, Most pets she has had are rescues from shelters. I would trust her with my pet cat anyday."

Patricia K.

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Jessica R.


North Chicago, IL

$38-43/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello. I'm Jessica and here is a little bit about me. I teach and have babysat for many different families throughout the years. In my free time, I like to be outdoors, travel and work out. I also like to visit my family and engage in activities with their kids. I have watched children ranging from all ages. I adore kids and I...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Jessica is wonderful! My husband and I were trying (and failing) to balance working remotely and watching our 10-month-old son during the pandemic. Then we hired Jessica - she made a world of difference. She's caring, kind, patient, and really good with children....

Natasha K.

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Martha P.


Antioch, IL

$14-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun , Energetic And Love To Read. Specially To Little Ones.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a a nanny with 15 years of experience and a chef. I specialize in healthy meals for the kids. I am extremely organized and flexible to the family's needs. Love pets!! I will include your four legged family member in my adventures with the children. My favorite thing to do is to read to the children. I know how...
Martha can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We currently have Marta taking care of our 7 month old baby. She's been with us for 3 months now and she is amazing!! She is always on time, dependable, caring, and loving to our sweet little girl. She is so helpful around the house too, I swear she never sits...

Gabrielle W.

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Jean G.


Kenosha, WI

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In past years, I worked for a senior care business. I am responsible and caring, can assist in simple meal prep, companionship, bathing and dressing(female only), shopping, and light housekeeping.
Jean can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician
5.0
"We hired Jean to spend time with our father a few days each week for companion care. Jean is awesome! She's kind, considerate, dependable, and our dad enjoys her company immensely. I would highly recommend Jean to anyone looking for a top notch caregiver and I...

Joan P.

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Michelle D.


Winthrop Harbor, IL

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Respite/Fill In Nanny....Fun & Dependable!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I recently retired from 29 yrs as a Veterinary Practice Manager. I have provided care for National Champion dogs. Most importantly, is my dependability, compassion, energy and dedication. I believe that we must meet to know if we have the 'connection/chemistry' to form a great relationship - so go ahead and call/contact me!
Michelle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Hannah T.


Antioch, IL

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny And Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I'm an energetic sitter with 7 years of babysitting experience and I'm currently looking for a summer nannying position. I typically babysit 1-4 kids at a time and have experience with children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. I'm more than happy to help out around the house and with meal prep. I am currently studying at CLC so I...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I recommend Hannah dependable and reliable"

Ted B.

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Faith H.


Gurnee, IL

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for almost 5 years now. I am currently in college going into my Junior years as a nursing student to become a pediatric nurse. I was a competitive swimmer for 10 years . I just absolutely love kids they are so amazing and outgoing. I love to be active, watch movies, doing crafts, cooking, swimming and...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Faith was always early for her appointments. She kept our daughter entertained with music, she would read her books, play with her, change her, and feed her basic snacks."

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Lawrence R.


North Chicago, IL

$10-50/hr3 yrs exp

Kind, Patient, Educated, And Experienced Tutor.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Larry. In 2012, I earned a magnum cum laude degree in English and History at Loyola University Chicago. The summer before beginning, I worked as a tutor for my intellectually disabled teenage cousin, teaching him how to perform basic operations with fractions. From sophomore year onward, I worked as a tutor at The...
5.0
"Lawrence is absolutely a very dedicated, caring, diligent,detailed tutor. He goes above and beyond in helping his students learn and grow academically. My son really appreciates him and developed a comfortable rapport with him. My son's grades have improved as...

Courtney H.

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Kathryn D.


Kenosha, WI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Summer And/or Afterschool Nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Katie. I am a 36-year-old mother of 2 (4-year-old boy and a 9-year-old girl), have had over 15 years experience working with children. Not only do I have 24/7 hours of experience with my own children, but I have worked as a babysitter/nanny for most of those years. I tutored for six months for an 8-year-old...
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is a caring and compassionate caregiver who always goes that extra mile to make sure the person's needs are met that are in her care. She would be a great addition to your family. "

Tiffany B.

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Sonia R.


Waukegan, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 4 children. I am CPR and first aid certified, I have my own car with insurance and clean driving record. I speak both English and Spanish and I enjoy taking the kids I care for on walks and I like working with children because I get to see them grow and know that I've been a part of their knowledge and...
Sonia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is very caring. She took care of our 3 month old baby to over a year old. We had to move for work or we would still be using her today. She is a wonderful caring person. You will enjoy having Sonia as your caretaker for your little ones."

Shelly C.

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Elbia D.


Waukegan, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

part time - full time caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Elbia and I have many years of experience with children. Children are my passion I have cared for families with one child to a family with four children. I have experience with new borns. I have my own car to drive the children to practice, school, sport clubs and etc.
Elbia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elbia is a wonderful person and we trust her completely with our children! She’s been taking care of our 3 boys for over a year. She’s someone who loves this job. She has a calm and loving demeanor and is very playful too. Our boys always look forward to seeing her...

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Kylie B.


Antioch, IL

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Paid Best Friend

Hi!!! My name is Kylie. I am a current Chemistry major at Indiana University. I have nanny experience with two separate families and have bonded extremely with all the children. My goal is to keep the kids occupied and to make your summer less stressful! I am an active, outgoing, and creative person. As your babysitter/nanny, I...
Kylie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kylie is extremely reliable, responsible and trustworthy. She plays and engages with my child with activities he likes to do. I trust her to drive my son to his activities even. "

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Jasmine B.


North Chicago, IL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I firstly wanted to say I love kids of all ages and stages of life. I am a sophomore in college but I am currently taking a break to hopefully broaden my experience with children. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and have experience with all different ages from newborn to preteen. I was a volunteer Sunday school...
Jasmine can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jasmine is awesome with the girls, they are always excited to see her. When we have evening plans she makes sure the girls brush their teeth and are in bed by the time we get home. She is punctual and communicates well. Definitely will be booking her consistently."

Dajah G.

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Elena D.


Waukegan, IL

$25-29/hr10 yrs exp

Housekeeper Part-Time

Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood

I'm a detail-oriented person. I enjoy cleaning. I'm responsible, dependable and organized. I worked with an American family and Latin family, and I have good experience with them. I speak a little English. I understand and I can read and write. Let me know.
Elena can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"We really like Elena she is prompt and goes right to work. She is very good at her job and when I tell her something needs to be done she does what I ask. She's very professional and we definitely recommend her."

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Zion, IL

Lillian C.

5.0

Lily has been a wonderful babysitter for our four children! She’s reliable, friendly, and the kids really enjoy having her babysit! I would definitely recommend Lily to any family looking for someone trustworthy and sweet to watch their children!

- Care member

Abigail G.

5.0

I highly recommend Abby. If it was up to us we would've kept her forever. She's wonderful with children. She's patient, professional, reliable and flexible. Any family to get a chance to work with Abby is blessed!

- Care member

Tamara K.

5.0

As a working mom of three children, I can tell you that I know how scary it is to be looking on Care.com for someone to watch your children. I know how unsettling it is to think about a stranger coming into your home to spend time with your most precious possessions. I've been in your place...

- Nikki K.

Ana F.

5.0

Ana took such great care of our 3-year old boy. She always kept him safe and came up with fun activities to do with him. She's always find a new art project around things that he was interested in at the time. She is a safe driver and took him to the library, botanic gardens, and classes. Our son...

- Care member

Michelle D.

5.0

Michelle is amazing!! She is reliable, punctual, responsible, trustworthy, kind and truly goes above and beyond! She was able to connect right off the bat with my baby, toddler and my little girl (my dog too!) Everyone in the family loves her! She has a calm demeanor and is alway willing to help...

- Care member

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Average Rating4.7 / 5

Babysitters in Zion, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.