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Arielle B.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
Hi! I'm a positive, warm, and engaging babysitter. Yes, I'm comfortable with driving the little ones around. I also grew up around pets through I'm allergic to cats. I'm happy to help with homework, play games, or do some arts and crafts! I have a 9 to 5 job, but I'm very flexible outside of those hours. Would prefer under 8...

Alexandra S. says "Arielle is the woman for the child care job because she connects so well to children! She gets on their level & plays with them; & you can tell how...

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Jade A.

Happy And Energized College Sitter!

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Jade, I am currently in college trying to achieve my BSN. I now have a 15-year-old brother who I've helped care for since I was 9 and I have been babysitting for family and close friends since 16. I have two Godsons who I love with my entire world. They are Irish twins and I have been caring for them since they...

Jas L. says "Jade is really sweet and caring. You can tell how much she loves kids and is always willing to make them smile! She babysat for my niece a few times and by...

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Vicky W.

Part-Time Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
As a teenager, I watched the neighborhood children. I worked at Butterfield Park District childcare, as well as at a Deaf and Blind Residential Home. I raised a daughter and have taken care of children as young as 6 months up to 18 years of age. I have worked in Evanston, Glenview, Park Ridge, Morton Grove, Wilmette, and...

Haley H. says "Vicky has been the best addition to our household. She is amazing at taking care of our 2 children, including one of our children with special needs. She...

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Grace K.

Love Of Children And Enthusiastic

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Hello! I'm excited to introduce myself as a potential nanny for your family. I'm available to start full-time and have a flexible schedule until February 3rd, when I begin flight dispatch school. My classes are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 PM, so I'm available to nanny after that. I come...

Chrizzy C. says "Grace nannies for our our 2.5 year old and infant two days a week and they love her! Grace is so open and sweet. Our toddler loves all of the activities...

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Alesha S.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hiya! My name is Alesha. I've been working with kids since I was 14 but, I've been watching my siblings and family/friend's kid since I was 10. l am a mother and dog owner. I love working with children of all ages. I enjoy being active, e. g, going outside, making crafts, and playing games with the children I watch. In addition...

Michelle R. says "Alesha has been caring for our daughters for almost 3 years now. I cant say enough great things about her. Due to COVID, we are not able to give her...

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Judith D.

Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
In my history of being a nanny and a Special Education Teacher Assistant, I have always treated the children in my care as an extension of my own family. I worked as a full time nanny from 2012 to 2020 for several families. In that time period, there was a brief pause to nannying while I cared for my elderly mother in my home...

Erica F. says "We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well."

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Jasmin M.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, welcome! :) As far as childcare goes, I have worked at multiple daycares for a cumulative of five years as well as within a school district where I was a paraprofessional one school year and the school's health clerk another. Throughout my six years worth of work experience, I was fortunate to develop meaningful...

Isis F. says "I used to work with Jasmin at a daycare center and I can guarantee that she is a very hard worker and passionate about working with kids. She is very...

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Stacey C.

Patient And Loving

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
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...

Kasia P. says "Stacey is great! She is taking care of our two boys and they love her."

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Tooba Z.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a 35-year-old mother of a 9-year-old girl. I graduated from the university of Illinois at Chicago in applied psychology and I'm finishing up my Masters in couple and family therapy by Summer of 2026 .

Fran S. says "She is dependable, caring, and works well with both adults and children. She will go above and beyond to assist. I highly recommend her. Thank you so...

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Madisyn P.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! My name is Madisyn and I have over 6 years of childcare experience. I consider myself to be well organized, have time management skills, and very responsible. I am a child at heart and willing to entertain children whether it be with crafts, games, sports and even pretend. I am willing to aid with school work as...

Care Member says "Madisyn has worked for me as a director at a camp, supervising over 70 + children and 10+ staff at a single time. She is responsible, kind, and a...

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Lauren R.

Patient And Fun Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hi, I'm Lauren. I'm 30 years old and attended UIC where I received my Bachelors in Psychology. I am kind, honest and very attentive to the emotional and practical needs of children and families. I am very reliable and adaptable and happy to assist with light housework, laundry, running errands and helping wherever is needed. I...

Neesha S. says "Lauren became our nanny in December 2020 when our nanny had to leave us due to a family emergency and we were in a bit of a bind. Our boys 2.5 years and...

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Melissa S.

25yrs Old. Speak Spanish. 7 Years

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
With over 10 years of experience in the childcare field, I've had the opportunity to care for children of all ages, gaining a deep understanding of their needs, growth, and development. I genuinely love working with children and find so much joy in supporting them as they learn and thrive through every stage of their early...

Jordan H. says "I am truly impressed with the service Melissa provides she is very patient and reliable. Her flexibility makes my work possible and my life easier. I am...

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Dashaney D.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have 6+yrs of experience as well as back ground education in child development ensuring your little one is having fun while reaching their developmental milestones as needed. I love my job as a caretaker and most importantly will always provide the best care for your little one ,I am CPR certified and have a valid drivers...

Aiko S. says "Dashanay was very gentle to my 8mo baby and was willing to address all my requests. She communicated well by text and was punctual. I highly recommend her."

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Barbara P.

Part-Time Babysitter

Des Plaines, IL

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi, this is Barbara. I live in Des Plaines (60016). I am looking for a part-time job as a babysitter during a week. I have some experience taking care of my 2 daughters ( now they are 8 & 12) . During this time I also was a babysitter for a little girl 3 days a week. I love reading books to kids, drawing with them, taking them...

Agnes W. says "I have known Barbara for years. She was always my backup babysitter - like my daughter's aunt. Three years ago, when I moved to my new home in Arlington...

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Weronika K.

Full Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
Hello, my name is Weronika and I am currently in school part time which allows me time for a full time position. I am looking for a job ranging anywhere from 20-45 hours a week. I have experience caring for children from age 6 months to 12 years old. I am experienced and comfortable in all child care related tasks. I can do bath...

Melissa M. says "Weronika has been caring for my youngest (currently 8 months old) for the last couple months. She has been fantastic. She's here when she says she'll be...

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Child care centers in Des Plaines, IL

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One Hope United Des Plaines Child Development Center

9375 Church St. Des Plaines, IL

Child care
Preschool
Des Plaines Child Development Center has provided the highest quality care and education that parents have trusted for more than 32 years - the first 30 as a model employer sponsored day care for Lutheran General Hospital. Our facility has 25,000 sq. ft. of program space with spacious, welcoming and stimulating classrooms, a...
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SUNNY DAY CARE CENTER

275 E THACKER ST DES PLAINES, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$300/mo
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Rubber Ducky Home Daycare

898 Willson Dr Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
Rubber Ducky Home Daycare located in Des Plaines, IL provides a loving, caring, and educational environment for children from six weeks old and up. The school offers a balanced indoor and outdoor activities focusing on the children's motor, cognitive, and social skills development.

Meghan M. says "Rubber Ducky is the absolute best place for your infant or toddler. My son attended there from 12 weeks old until he was 3.5 Miss Mary and Miss Chris...

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Katina's Daycare

1046 Hollywood Ave Des Plaines, IL

I have a small in-home daycare. I am a mother of 3 fantastic little people! The 5 of us are a very active family. We're always learning new things, doing projects and having fun. My family is one of my greatest accomplishments. I like to get involved with sports that my children are enrolled in and events going on in our...
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A-Karrasel Child Care Centers

1920 E Touhy Ave Des Plaines, IL

Child care
A-Karrasel Child Care Center is located in Des Plaines, Illinois. The center is focused on the complete development and well-being of a child. Experienced teachers provide children with age-appropriate learning that aims to enhance social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills, tools that are essential as they move up the...
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  • 144 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.25/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.8

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL

Child Care Providers in Des Plaines, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 144 listed child care providers

Arielle B.

Arielle is the woman for the child care job because she connects so well to children! She gets on their level & plays with them; & you can...

- Alexandra S.

Jade A.

Jade is really sweet and caring. You can tell how much she loves kids and is always willing to make them smile! She babysat for my niece a...

- Jas L.

Vicky W.

Vicky has been the best addition to our household. She is amazing at taking care of our 2 children, including one of our children with...

- Haley H.

FAQs for finding child care near you in Des Plaines, IL

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $21.25 per hour as of November 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.

Care.com currently has 130 child care providers near you in Des Plaines, IL. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Des Plaines, IL and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Des Plaines, IL that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.

You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Des Plaines, IL, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Des Plaines, IL and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.

Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.

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