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Munirih P.

Loves To Laugh, Learn, And Provide Quality Care

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
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...

Joseph A. says "Munirih was very kind and made our 17 month old son feel very comfortable from the start. We would work with her again."

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Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! I am a college graduate from DePaul University. I'm willing to work any days to help out parents in need. I grew up with a big family and lots of cousins, so I am very comfortable with children, I know how to make them laugh, feel happy and safe. I love to read and educate children. I have experience in changing diapers,...

Mersiha D. says "Gentiana has all the qualities you could ever ask for in a caregiver. 100% reliable, punctual, and amazing with children. I hired her to work for my...

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Full Time Teacher And Experienced Babysitter

River Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
I am an AMI trained Montessori teacher with a Masters in Education, looking for evening and weekend babysitting work. I have been working with children since I was in high school, and have been teaching in a Montessori classroom for 7 years. I love working with children of all ages, and am happy to help with homework,...

Lis C. says "We have used Greta several times and she is wonderful. Reliable and warm. She engages our daughter and they play together well. Highly recommend her."

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Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Organize, caring, patient and very energetic nanny/babysitter. Love to be part and be the perfect help to a busy family. I like working with kids because they reminds us how amazing and exiting the world can be. They can make your day happier and more positive. How they encourage us to use our imagination to find new creative...

Ana S. says "She is so kind, caring and patient person. She also is very creative with drawing/crafts and likes go out for a stroll/playground. she helps with light...

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River Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$44/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hello! My name is Dejah and I am a recent graduate from Concordia University Chicago. I am now a graduate student at Rush University going for my MSN. I've have had many experiences with children, babysitting often as well as working in a child care center and home daycare professionally. I am very active, fun and playful but, I...

Matthew H. says "Dejah has been regularly taking care of my girls for the past few years. She is amazing. She is caring, and thoughtful when speaking to my children....

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Young And Dependable Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello my name is Megan and I am a 23-year-old college graduate of the University of Iowa. I have babysat for many of my cousins and neighborhood families. I used to work in the restaurant business so I am comfortable preparing simple foods for children. Growing up with a large extended family, I have always enjoyed entertaining...

Hannah D. says "Megan has been a friend of mine since we were kids. She's one of the most kind hearted people I have ever met. She's been there for me through thick &...

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Dancing Queen

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
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...

Adrien K. says "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...

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Part-time Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
My past child care experience included children ranging from 8 months to 10 years of age. I was responsible for dropping off and picking up children from school and various activities, as well as providing a safe home environment for children while parents were not home. Duties also included cooking children breakfast, lunch and...

Tiffany Z. says "Bernadette is not only a wonderful caregiver but a great all around person. It was a pleasure having Bernadette in our home watching our son, who was...

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Jesse C. - Early Childhood Educator And Caregiver

Brookfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Childcare has been my entire life & I couldn't imagine a better job! I grew up in my mother's home day care environment. As I grew up, I took on more and more responsibilities in the daycare until I eventually became, essentially, her assistant. I also volunteered at a local church, watching young children during Sunday...

David D. says "Jesse came in last minute when another hire fell through for medical reasons. Jessie did great. Very professional, understood how to help with an event and...

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Available to Babysit/Nanny Friday-Sunday

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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!

Lisa G. says "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...

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Encouraging Fun Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Alana! I am a gap year premedical student from Chicago! I am a reliable, positive, and creative individual. I have 5 years experience in after school care programming as well as babysitting. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, and Homework Assignments. During college, I was a tutor for...

Care Member says "Trustworthy, nurturing, and flexible! One of the best!"

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Full-Time/Part Time Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm a dedicated professional nanny with 6 years of experience in caring for children of all ages. Currently, I'm working with a wonderful family, but I'm available for extra hours on Fridays. I am known for my patience, creativity, and ability to connect with children on a personal level. I strive to create a fun and...

Leora M. says "Natalie came to work as a nanny with our family of 3 boys ages 6, 3, and 10 months during the COVID19 pandemic. She worked as a tutor for my kindergartener...

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Preschool Special Education Teacher

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
I am a PreK special education teacher and an PhD student at UIC on Sabbatical this year. I have years of experience teaching and babysitting since my parents own a home daycare. I love kids and playing with them! I love exploring the city and all its resources! I am CPR and First Aid certified. I speak Spanish and have a car for...
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Full Or Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

Riverside, IL

from
$10/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I have done this out of my home, gone to the children's home, and have even babysat children in the nurseries where I attend church. I have taken care of children of all ages, including children with special needs. I am a nursing student and I have mainly provided care to...
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A Little Bit About Miss Mandi

Chicago, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! I am interested in your position. I am a mother of 4 and have enjoyed spending most of the last 20 years caring for them, managing our home, cooking healthy meals from scratch, babysitting on the side, and am now pursuing a masters in clinical mental health with a specialty in child and adolescent development I like...
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Part-Time Babysitter/Tutor

Harwood Heights, IL

from
$30/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I live in Chicago and I am the oldest child of six and am now a mother of 4. I have extensive experience working with children, in groups and one-on-one. I taught Sunday School to 7th graders for 15 years and have years of experience coaching middle schoolers and high schoolers. I understand the needs of working parents and the...
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Flexible Sitter For Kids Of All Ages!

Chicago, IL

from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Callie and I've been babysitting/nannying for 15+ years. I come from a loud, fun home and am the second oldest in a family of 6 girls (yes, all girls! With 2 sets of twin sisters!) I have experience with children of all ages and am comfortable caring for multiple children as well as households with pets! (I'm a proud...
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Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi, my name is Niyah and I am a college freshman at Temple in Philadelphia, and I live with my family on the Northside of Chicago when I'm home. I am looking for one time or short term jobs to help you in your home, with your pets, your loved ones, or take on errands to save you time. I am an Older sister and Aunt and have...
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Highly Experienced Over 6+ Years. A Fun Nurturing Babysitter Available During The Weekdays.

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
I've started out doing childcare at the age of 15, my aunt had a home daycare and everyday after school I would run over to help out. I've worked at several childcare centers in the surrounded Chicago area.. I've dealt with children from different race and religion. I've also have experience in dealing with children with special...
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Babysitter/nanny

Chicago, IL

from
$22/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Payton. I was a pediatric registered nurse for 4 years before making a career change, and I still have a deep passion for caring for children. I have experience working with kids of all ages in both clinical and home settings. I'm fully vaccinated and BLS certified, and have my own reliable transportation....
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  • 60 in-home babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in-home babysitters is 5.0

Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Oak Park, IL

In-Home Babysitters in Oak Park, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed in-home babysitters

Munirih P.

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.

Gentiana N.

Gentiana has all the qualities you could ever ask for in a caregiver. 100% reliable, punctual, and amazing with children. I hired her to...

- Mersiha D.

Greta N.

We have used Greta several times and she is wonderful. Reliable and warm. She engages our daughter and they play together well. Highly...

- Lis C.

FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter

All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $16.00. 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.

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.

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