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Ana G.
Chicago, IL
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ana, I'm from Colombia and I am 28 years old. I have been in the USA for almost 4 years. I am offering child care and household service. I have experience taking care of kids of different ages here and back home, in Colombia. I've been babysitting/working as a nanny for over 5 years now, and I have experience with...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"There aren't enough stars to adequately rate how wonderful Ana is. We are so sad that she is moving out of state. Ana joined our family about a year and a half ago and we are all better for it. She is responsible, dependable, very trustworthy and incredibly caring....
Cristina M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alayna! I am 20 years old and in college. I have been a payed babysitter/nanny for 5 years. I am getting my degree in Early childhood Development so that I can put my nurturing heart to use professionally. I'm a College volleyball athlete with lots of energy and I will never get tired of entertaining/taking care...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Alayna is both incredibly caring and professional. She has taken care of our infant/now toddler son and is wonderful - he loves spending time with her and we know he’s in great hands whenever she is here. We are very grateful for her!!"
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Meggie D.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
HIGHLY EXPERIENCED, Upbeat & *FUN* Sitter W/ STELLAR References!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a 35-year-old Syracuse University graduate & published playwright who recently moved to Chicago from NYC. I have 10+ years of professional child care experience, including FT, PT, and live-in (Manhattan, Hamptons in the summers). After graduating college, I spent several years as a live-in nanny/personal assistant...
Meggie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meggie is the best babysitter we had in a long time. I hired her directly from Care.com and she stayed with my children for three nights while I was out of town. The kids loved her! She is flexible, responsible and willing to do anything."
Jutta K.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I moved to Chicagoland in October 2021 pursuing a Master of Science in Community Nutrition and Public Health and completion of a dietetic internship. Excitingly, I finished my masters December 2022 and decided to make Chicagoland my forever home. Prior to graduate school, I achieved a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics (2021) and...
Munirih can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Highly recommend! She was extremely good with our kiddos!"
Emily D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Icssayana. I have a 7-month-old baby girl. I have my own car. I live in Orland Park. I have current CPR and First Aid certifications and have graduated from NLU in July 2022.
After growing up in an in-home daycare setting where I began working with children, I then became a private nanny to some wonderful families....
Icssayana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I’ve hired Icssayana several times to help watch my kids. She is punctual, dependable, left the house clean, most importantly great with kids. She did the dishes from the meal she prepared for my kids (seriously, that has never happened-though always should)."
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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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Patricia was great anticipated all my little one's need and didn't have to ask twice ! Thank you Patricia !"
Elizabeth K.
Kimberly R.
Thornton, IL
$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family. We miss her terribly and would hire her again if she moved back to sunny Arizona!
"
Andrea G.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
my name is Halima I'm Muslim I have 2 kids 23 and 18 I've been a babysitter and nanny for about 12 years all ages including an infant. I love to be with kids because they took me out from my daily routine and I love to live in their funny little world. I have my GED high school diploma I speak and write French Arabic and English...
Halima can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Halima was very dependable and flexible. She played with the kids, but she also made sure they did their homework. I highly recommend her."
Liana K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 25-year-old female college student. I have been babysitting since a very young age for siblings and family members, and at the age of 16 outside of my home. I truly am passionate about caring for children, it is in my nature to ensure their needs and safety as well. My care experience age range is from newborns to...
Yecenia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Yecenia babysits my two small children for a few hours most weeks and has been great with them. They look forward to seeing her and she is very active and engaging with them, while also making an effort to follow their routine and do anything I ask. Definitely...
Allison M.
5.0
(4)
Hello there! My name is Vasiliki. I am located in the Portage Park area. I've been taking care of children for over 28 years. Having 8 children myself all grown up now. As well as past experience working in a home daycare. I can provide references upon request. I have experience from two months to eight years of age. I can...
5.0
"Vasiliki is so amazing with my child. She treats him like her own and that's hard to find nowadays. He's always talking about her and the fun they have along with the other children. He always cries when he leaves there! He always asks me "mommy when are we going...
Kiki K.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience in both at home and school settings. I have been a babysitter for a family with 3 children for 5 years (Ages ranging 2 months- 7 years-old). Have experience in diaper changing, potty training, preparing meals, nap time/bedtime, organized activities, and creating and engaging children in educational activities....
Kathy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I can't say enough about how much our family loved having our little one in Kathy's home daycare. We feel so lucky to have found her! Kathy not only conducted herself in a professional manner but also was "no-nonsense" and very accommodating. She always showed love...
Mackenzie M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies and Popular Music Studies. I have experience with children ages varying from 7 months to 15 years old. My experiences include babysitting, tutoring, and work in elementary classrooms. I am able to plan and prep meals and coordinate educational and fun activities. I have a...
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Cassandra instantly connected with my 9 and 12 year old. They are having a great summer thanks to Cassandra! She has been flexible with our schedule and easy to work with. She is responsible with our children and quick to communicate. "
Jennifer S.
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was in high school and also started working at an in-home child care facility in Oak Park, IL. The range of children I worked with at this child care center was from 1 year to 5 years old. I was a nanny during the summers of my undergraduate career. During these summers, I worked with children from...
Nia-imani can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nia took care of my 3 little ones. They absolutely loved her calm, fun presence. A natural with children. I highly recommend Nia. "
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Maria Luisa N.
Chicago, IL
$28/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am Maria and I am 58years old. I have 4 grown up kids, and I am so proud of them. I was born in the Philippines, and did 2 years of college. I studied BSE . majoring in Mathematics. I have worked as a babysitter for 7 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. And give my 101% to my work. I love children since my kids are...
Maria Luisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have 2 set of twin daughters 6 and 1.2 year olds. I'm a full time mom and Luisa have helped me out a lot in nannying my babies. She comes 3 days a week from 1-7pm and it's a huge help having her. I get my "me time" when she's in and I get errands done. I take my...
Irene F.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brianne. Moved to Chicago in 2020 to pursue a career supporting pregnant women and children as a Doula. I have a combined 8+ years experience with babysitting, longer term nannying, real life experience with my 2. 5 y/o sibling, as well as hands-on experience working as a doula for Birthways Chicago. I've been...
Brianne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Victoria, I am 35 years old. I am happily married and have a 4 years old daughter. I am seeking a part-time position of a babysitter on weekday mornings till 1. 30-2 p.m. depending on your location. I have to pick up my daughter from her preschool after 2 p.m. I am a stay at home mom and I understand how...
Viktoriya can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Viktoriya was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door. She was very friendly and entertaining. My 12 months old daughter was behaving well when we were leaving which was very surprising to us as she is a bit fussy when her...
Adrien 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lina. I live in Lemont and I'm looking for a job near home.
I have a huge experience working with families in Cicago area: taking care of kids, older people, and pets, keeping house nice and clean, guaranteeing your love ones are save and secure. I am higly disciplined, organized, and hardworking person who...
5.0
"I am writing to highly recommend Lina as a housekeeper. She has been an invaluable asset to our household, and I wholeheartedly endorse her for any housekeeping position.
During her time working for us, Lina consistently demonstrated exceptional professionalism,...
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Oak Lawn, IL
Ana G.
5.0
There aren't enough stars to adequately rate how wonderful Ana is. We are so sad that she is moving out of state. Ana joined our family about a year and a half ago and we are all better for it. She is responsible, dependable, very trustworthy and incredibly caring. It is hard for me to trust anyone...
- Cristina M.
Alayna M.
5.0
Alayna is both incredibly caring and professional. She has taken care of our infant/now toddler son and is wonderful - he loves spending time with her and we know he’s in great hands whenever she is here. We are very grateful for her!!
- Care member
Meggie D.
5.0
Meggie is the best babysitter we had in a long time. I hired her directly from Care.com and she stayed with my children for three nights while I was out of town. The kids loved her! She is flexible, responsible and willing to do anything.
- Jutta K.
Munirih P.
5.0
Munirih was very kind and made our 17 month old son feel very comfortable from the start. We would work with her again.
- Joseph A.
Icssayana M.
5.0
Our sitter arrived early, was very professional, and immediately engaged our son in an activity. She even exceeded our expectations by sending us a text to let us know that our son went right to sleep and all was well. For the first time, my husband and I were able to relax and enjoy our evening...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Oak Lawn, IL in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $18.75. 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 Oak Lawn, 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 4 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 Oak Lawn, IL?
You can now find babysitters online in Oak Lawn, IL with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 4 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.