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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Abby and I have had 5+ years of babysitting. I am home all summer from college I just finished my sophomore year . I am looking for lots of hours, a one time job or reoccurring! I have a car and am willing to start soon. I would love to connect & feel free to reach out!
Thomas O.
Lake Forest, IL
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Responsible, Fun Babysitter With Flexible Hours :)
Hi! I'm a local Lake Forest resident, and I am here to assist you with your childcare needs! I get along great with kids. I'm kind, caring, and compassionate. Your childs safety is my highest priority. Having a safe, productive, fun time are my goals!
Thomas can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Joseph S.
Lake Forest, IL
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as Caring, Outgoing, helpful, and very responsible
I started working with kids when I was in 8th grade. I started up my own day camp over the summer where I planned different outdoor activities with ages 6-12 for 4-6 hours while their parents were busy with work. I then began working at Vernon...
Joseph can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Abby and I'm a rising senior in college at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I'm an English high school education major and starting student teaching in the fall. I have lots of experience with children from high school-- I worked as a nanny the summer going into my senior year, as well as camp...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an amazing nanny looking for part-time, possible full-time hours. I am a certified teacher taking a few years off to be with my older children. I have been a nanny part-time/full-time for the past three years for two families. I have over 25 years experience. I cared for a total of six children ranging in age from 2-8 from...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"We hired Jennifer to help take care of our mom shortly after her surgery in May/June 2023. We needed someone to help get her to appointments, get her moving to exercise her recently operated on knee, and be around for general caregiving. Jennifer was absolutely a...
Lisa M.
Shuk Y.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a college educated mother who can speak English, Mandarin and Cantonese. I have been helping different families with infants starting from 1-month-old. I am very experienced and am currently helping one family with a toddler every Monday to Thursday. I have been doing this with commitment for 3 years. The family is very...
Shuk can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shuk is a wonderful caretaker for my 18 month old son. She is incredibly reliable, and my son is always so happy to see her when she walks through the door. She keeps him active throughout the day, taking him to the library, the park, out of on walks, etc. and she...
Emily A.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Amy! I am a graduate from North Central College & currently reside in the Northwest suburbs. I am seeking a babysitting and/or nanny position, open to full or part-time. I was a Special Education Teaching Assistant for 3 years, and worked with Preschool-2nd grade. I have also occasionally assisted with my Grandma's home...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amy was wonderful with our 2.5 year old daughter. We needed a sitter in just a few days and Amy even made time to come over the day before to meet us and go over our routine. I would definitely hire her again. My daughter said she had so much fun playing with Amy...
Amie J.
Dora A.
Lake Zurich, IL
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Childcare available. Hello , my name is Dora . I am a Medical Assistant and First Aid & CPR certified . I have a clean background , perfect driving record and references if needed . . From 2005 until mid 2010 , I am looking to work 25 to 30 hours and I am very much involved with their academics ( as I was a Teachers Aide ) and...
Dora can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jessica S.
Deerfield, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello!
A little bit about myself, I attended DePaul for my undergraduate in Environmental Science and I have a passion for all things outdoors. Currently, I am remotely enrolled at DePaul where I am receiving my Masters degree in Public Administration. I work full time at The Village of Deerfield and I am looking for an...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Jessica is above and beyond what I could ask for in someone caring for my children. She is incredibly attentive, engaging and trustworthy. My children love their time together and look forward to the next time. She has proven to be the best of the best! My family...
Angie B.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Currently Employed* please no inquiries at this time. Thank you
Hourly rate $20-25hr not $200hr
Hello, my name is Bridget and I am 35 years old.
My experience and achievements include:
*Associates in Child Education
*Credentials in Early Childhood Education
*Child-Protection certification*TB test-passed
*CPR/ AED...
Bridget can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bridget was our nanny for 6+ years. She has cared for my three kids like they were her own. She is tender hearted, extremely patient, respectful and kind. She is like family to us. Bridget was responsible for all day to day activities, meals, transportation...
Jenn E.
3.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Miriam and I am 30 years old. I live in the Gurnee area. I have been in the nanny career for a few years now and I just enjoy the company and experience with kids. I have a child myself and I do know searching for the best care for a child/children isn't easy. I am responsible and trustworthy. I enjoy doing...
Miriam can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"I interviewed Miriam and really found her to be kind, professional, courteous, and very responsive to all my questions and concerns. I had a change in my childcare needs due to a work schedule change, but if I needed someone I would've hired her in a second. "
Judy K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a degree in Elementary Education and am certified in Adult & Pediatric 1st Aid & CPR. I have two daughters and have been married for 27 years. I've worked with kids since I was in high school, working at a Children's Home for orphaned kids, a Group Home for children, and babysitting. After college, I was a nanny and then...
Gina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gina was amazing with our two boys. I work odd hours and she was so great accommodating our needs for child care. She made them creative meals and was able to handle nap time; two tasks which can be challenging w toddlers. I would highly recommend her!"
Cori B.
Larissa L.
Waukegan, IL
$39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part- Time Caregiver For Childcare Available (flexible Hours)
I have over 15 years in experience in childcare. I have taken classes in childcare over the years. I was also a substitute teacher at a nursery school. I have cared for children from the ages of 6 weeks and up. I am very patient and loving.
Larissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Hi everyone! My name is Claire and I am a special education teacher currently working at a school in Lakeview. I have been a special education teacher for 2 years and prior to that taught 5th grade for one. I also worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor for 7 years prior to teacher. I would love to find a semi-permanent summer...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hi families! My name is Jaimie and I am currently a third grade teacher in Cary, Illinois. I am looking for a nannying and/or tutoring positions this summer! Hours are very flexible - I am looking for something to keep me moving and on my feet. I have been nannying children in the summer for years, and obviously have a great...
Jaimie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
Elizabeth G.
Libertyville, IL
$23-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/Caretaker Looking For Full Time Job
Hi! I'm Elizabeth; I am 23 years old and currently attending The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I am currently working towards my masters in counseling psychology. I am in need of a reliable job to help me pay for rent, school, other fees. I have had multiple babysitting jobs in the past and I love working with kids!...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Gisell M.
Libertyville, IL
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Gisell and I am 23 years old. I currently am a full time nanny to 2 kiddos in Milwaukee , Wisconsin that will unfortunately be relocating soon. With that being said I now begin my search for another unicorn family! I have been a professional paid nanny for over 7 years with amazing references. I love to play...
Gisell can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I love being with kids and doing fun activities. With older kids I can help with homework. Each child has their own special way of learning. I like to limit screen time and use human interaction with fun play and learn activities.
I have a masters degree in education and I worked as 4th and 6th grade teacher for 4 years, and I...
Kirsten can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided childcare to infants, toddlers and children up to the age of 12 years of age. I am also a mother to two girls that I had decided to stay home with to raise them in a safe and secure environment. They are now college students. I feel that they are self sufficient, I can now help a family with childcare in their...
Gigi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have over 10+ years of experience working with children of most ages. I have worked within the community at my local YMCA, nannying for multiple families, working as a behavior technician in a school, house manager and working with children who have been diagnosed with ASD. My most recent experience was with Ally Pediatric...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for hourly child care in Lake Forest, IL
Jennifer M.
5.0
Gives great detail on how the day went and did well with my young toddler who cries pretty hard at goodbyes.
- Jessica C.
Shuk Y.
5.0
Hi we moved into the northern suburbs area last year and found Shuk on care.com so we hired her to care for our two young boys (one newborn and the other one 2 year old at the time). She’s been great with the kids, never late, in fact she always arrived earlier than schedule so it’s very reassuring...
- Care member
Amy W.
5.0
Amy did an exceptional job with our shy, sensitive child who is still adjusting to having a babysitter. This was the first time we had someone else stay with her after her bedtime. She has a calm stable presence that was just what our daughter needed. Our little lady woke up crying for us and Amy...
- Brian T.
Jessica S.
5.0
Jessica is above and beyond what I could ask for in someone caring for my children. She is incredibly attentive, engaging and trustworthy. My children love their time together and look forward to the next time. She has proven to be the best of the best! My family and I think the world of her.
- Angie B.
Bridget R.
5.0
Bridget is very caring and kind and works so well with children ! Her kindness and dedication with children shines through ! I highly recommend her !
- Care member
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FAQs for finding hourly child care near you in Lake Forest, IL
How much does hourly child care cost near me in Lake Forest, IL?
If you’re looking for hourly child care near you in Lake Forest, IL, you can review different Care.com profiles until you find a caregiver who fits your family’s needs and budgets. The average child care hourly rate in Lake Forest, IL is $17.50, but child care rates per hour can differ based on years of experience, location, and other factors.
How can I find hourly child care near me in Lake Forest, IL?
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What types of hourly child care services are available near me in Lake Forest, IL?
There are many different types of hourly child care services available near you in Lake Forest, IL. You can use Care.com to find a caregiver who can meet your family’s needs by reviewing different caregiver profiles to see what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.
Does hourly child care near me in Lake Forest, IL have a minimum hour requirement?
While each individual hourly child care provider may have their own standards for how many hours they want to work in order to make working worth their time, there is no set standard for how many hours you need to book. When looking for hourly child care near you in Lake Forest, IL, you can ask different caregivers if they have a minimum hour requirement for each engagement.