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In-home babysitters in Melrose Park, IL
Ashley P.
Westchester, IL
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have worked with children for many years, in different settings. Besides casually babysitting for family members, I also worked as a teacher at a daycare that cared for children ages infant-preschool age. I had my own classroom of roughly 4-6 children, between ages 3-4. However, I spent a significant amount of time with...
Hello! I'm Hadeel, I am 18 years old and I live in Chicago. I've had paid experience in taking care of children mostly around the ages of 0-3. I am CPR certified, and I take nursing classes in college as well so I am prepared for any emergency. I also can take care of pets as well, I have no allergies, I have more experience in...
Hadeel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jennifer and I have approximately 15 years experience working with children of all ages. I have a double degree in elementary education and special Ed. I am a CPR certified, I love babysitting and working with families in their home. I am available most nights after 5 p.m. and on weekends. I look forward to...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Yrhonda R.
Maywood, IL
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi I'm YRhonda I been babysitting since I was a little girl I think started at the age of 10 I always looked out for the young ones I was excited when my mom asked me to be apart of her team and become her assistant of her daycare home away from home daycare" now u have a son if my own and can only sit part time so that is why I...
Gillian H.
River Forest, IL
$15-16/hr • 6 yrs exp
19 Years, Sophomore At Concordia University Chicago In River Forest.
Hey there! I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. (I wasn't always paid for watching my siblings.) My mom runs an at home day care so I'm around the little ones all the time and it's an absolutely lovely way to live. I am a great communicator with adults and children alike and love getting to know kids. God made...
Gillian can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Allie P.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I graduated from Indiana University in December 2016 with a BS in Youth Development and a Minor in Psychology. I have always loved working with kids since I was old enough to babysit. I have had quite a few Nannying jobs since I was in middle school until now. In addition, I have had a few jobs as a summer camp councilor for 40+...
Allie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jacqueline M.
Chicago, IL
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Jackie and a little bit about me is I am the second oldest of my siblings, I have taken care of my younger siblings growing up. During high school I would often babysit my parent's friends children. During the summers of 2015 and 2016 I worked at a respite center where I worked with families who had children with...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
I have 10+ years of childcare experience including babysitting, nannying, and working in a childcare center. I grew up in a household where my mother did in-home daycare so I got to see, first hand, how it should be done. She was always kind and nurturing, respectful, patient, enthusiastic, and educational-- all qualities...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bri was great with our two kids. She arrived early, asked questions and kept our three year olds engaged. She is was a great help to this parent."
Amanda R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Katherine (Kat), and I am 23 years old. I come from a somewhat big family, and was always the one to watch the little kids. I've been babysitting since I was 13, and nannying since I was 20. I love to cook, do artwork, and overall be an absolute goofball. I adore pets/animals in the home as well.
I work best with...
Katherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katherine has been babysitting our infant, now toddler, regularly since March 2022. She is incredibly loving, reliable and communicative. She goes above and beyond with creative, educational and fun activities that keep him learning, growing and entertained! "
Alexa N.
Suzie N.
Arlington Heights, IL
$22-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Or Nanny Available Full Or Part-Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving mother of 2 grow daughter's ages 29 and 25. I was a stay at home mother with them until my youngest was in 8th grade. During my time raising my girls. I also watched others children. I am experienced with all ages. Kids are my passion and love being around them. I am very active with them to make sure they have a...
Suzie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"We hired Suzie to watch our boys when they were 2 and 3 yrs old. She was great and they love her. She took them on outings to the library, parks and kept them active. She was also great during the pandemic and stuck with us through every adjustment and every surge....
Kim K.
Patricia R.
Chicago, IL
$20-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Babysitter And Tutor Available On Weeknights And Weekends.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Patricia, currently I am medical graduated preparing for match year. I am available to take care children between the ages of 1 month to 16 y/o. I take care of them at their home, I play with them sports and board games. Also, I do housework like mopping, dishes and prep meals. I am caring, responsible and...
Patricia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Patricia is very reliable, nurturing, polite, and she is very helpful when you need help. She is always on time, patient & careful with kids. I am looking forward to working with her again"
Care member
5.0
(1)
My name is Deborah, I was a stay at home Mom for my 2 children who are now in College. I love children and am able to help out with all things child related. I also was a nanny for 2 years prior to having children of my own. I currently work part time but have a lot of flexibility in my schedule. I am married and have lived in...
Deborah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Deb was so responsive, went out of her way to set up calls and confidential texting and was a true pleasure to speak with. I would highly recommend her!"
Erin G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents! I am Sarah, and I am a college student at home for the summer looking for a family to nanny! I have been babysitting/nannying since I was in 7th grade whether it be family members or families in Lemont. I am willing to help kids keep up with any possible summer school work and to keep them active this summer! I am...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is a wonderful sitter. She was punctual, never called in, took great care of my daughter, and was a well liked by our family. 10/10"
Oscar A.
Madeline H.
Evanston, IL
$20-70/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 4. 55 GPA AP Student at ETHS and future Columbia University Student with 1 year of experience as a Mathnasium trained tutor, 3+ years of tutoring experience in all subjects, and 4+ years of babysitting experience. I specializes in math up to AP Calculus, but am also proficient in English and US History, with 5s on...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddy was punctual, attentive, and a lot of fun for our boys. She is a great sitter and gives us peace of mind while we are out."
Care member
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, 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.
Tanya S.
Hoffman Estates, IL
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello :) My goal is to find a wonderful family in which I can provide my babysitting services to. As a mother myself, I know that it is important to be kind, loving, and caring not only to the children, but to the family as well.
I really enjoy connecting with children, building trust so that they can be brought up in a...
Tanya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Highly recommend her! She is very helpful and very friendly! "
Michelle B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Yesenia. I've been in several professional caregiving roles since 2016. Most of my experience has been with children. I worked at a licensed home daycare, with several families independently and with a nanny agency throughout my career. Additionally, I was a behavioral health technician and worked with children...
Yesenia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Yesenia is a very good caregiver. She had positive interactions with our son. She followed all of our instructions and there was no conflict. I would hire her again given the need."
Matt C.
Michelle K.
Naperville, IL
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
District 203 Teacher Available For After School Care And Homework Help
5.0
(3)
Hi, I'm Michelle! I'm a full-time District 203 high school English teacher and married mom of two college kids, a daughter and a son. I provide child care to families on evenings and weekends, and I also do occasional weekend overnight care.
When my kids were young, I was a stay-at-home mom for six years; I also have 20 years...
Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Michelle is amazing with our 2 boys, ages 6 and 4 years old. She keeps them engaged with activities and they are always asking when Ms. Michelle is coming over next! She is always punctual and very flexible with last minute needs! We are so lucky to have found...
Farrah K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of seven children! I can care for children with disabilities due to my 17-year-old brother having been diagnosed with Autism at the age of 2. I have babysat for multiple families in my home town in New Jersey, whom would all be willing to be contacted as references!
Tabitha can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tabitha babysat for our daughter one night while we were visiting Chicago. She was absolutely fantastic and we'll definitely call her again if we're in town."
Lisa G.
Niki M.
Lemont, IL
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am CPR certified I'd would describe my personality as Fun, Energetic, Nurturing, Empathetic & Creative.
I like working with infants and kids because I am like a big kid myself!
I love to have fun with the kids while creating a safe environment for the children to learn, laugh, and grow.
I have experience working as an infant...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Niki is considerate, caring, and kind. We have 2 toddlers who are a handful. She displays patience at a level we all wish to achieve. She is also flexible with our every changing schedule and her accommodations are greatly appreciated. "
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Melrose Park, IL
Briana W.
5.0
Bri was great with our two kids. She arrived early, asked questions and kept our three year olds engaged. She is was a great help to this parent.
- Amanda R.
Katherine R.
5.0
Katherine has been babysitting our infant, now toddler, regularly since March 2022. She is incredibly loving, reliable and communicative. She goes above and beyond with creative, educational and fun activities that keep him learning, growing and entertained!
- Alexa N.
Suzie N.
5.0
We hired Suzie to watch our boys when they were 2 and 3 yrs old. She was great and they love her. She took them on outings to the library, parks and kept them active. She was also great during the pandemic and stuck with us through every adjustment and every surge. The boys are in school now, but...
- Kim K.
Patricia R.
5.0
Patricia was great anticipated all my little one's need and didn't have to ask twice ! Thank you Patricia !
- Elizabeth K.
Deborah G.
5.0
Deb was so responsive, went out of her way to set up calls and confidential texting and was a true pleasure to speak with. I would highly recommend her!
- Erin G.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Melrose Park, IL in June, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $10.00. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Melrose Park, IL help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 1 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Melrose Park, IL?
You can now find babysitters online in Melrose Park, IL with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 1 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.