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Janesha L.

Vernon Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a childcare provider with 18 years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the development and growth of children. My patient and creative approach, coupled with my friendly demeanor, allows me to connect with children of all ages. I believe in open communication with parents and provide regular updates on their...

Care Member says "Nesha is a very caring care taker for my child. From day 1 she asked to learn and adjust to our setup and she brings her expertise with child care and...

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Haley H.

Upbeat Sitter Ready To Stop So Much Screen Time!

Lake Bluff, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I love to get outside and bring kiddos on some adventures or stay around and bake or make some crafts. I grew up in a large family and love kids and getting to know them. I prefer to have a few families who I regularly babysit for so the kids become comfortable with me! I have worked for multiple families in Illinois and...

Erik E. says "Haley is one of the most reliable helpers I have had! She is always timely, responsible, caring, and excellent with kids. She shows great interest in the...

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Silvia G.

Morton Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$44/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a childcare provider with over two decades of experience, I am passionate about nurturing children and helping them thrive. My journey in childcare began with my love for babysitting, which evolved into a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and their families. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I...

Preethi V. says "Silvia is professional, considerate, dependable, and organized. She is wonderful with our children. "

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Marina S.

Creative Sitter

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Marina. Working with newborns and children has always come naturally to me. I've worked with many families both long and short term and have 15 years of experience. I am a calm, caring, attentive and creative. I am a lifelong artist and use those creative skills daily. I feel families have an easy time trusting me...

Danielle A. says "Marina has worked with us for just about a year and we absolutely adore her. Marina has a kind, gentle energy and it was clear from the beginning that...

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Elena Z.

Experienced And Friendly Babysitter Available Part-time

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I've been working with children of different ages and abilities for the last 14 years. I feel very comfortable and confident in this role and throughout the years developed strong bonds with families where I had the privilege to work. I am a mother to an adult daughter and I started working with children back in Russia where I...

Care Member says "I am pleased to write this letter of recommendation for Elena. Elena has been caring for my 94-year-old mother-in law who had dementia and other...

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Kelly B.

Seeking Full Time Nanny Position

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been caring for children for 20 years. It is very important to me to love what I do every day and I have been very lucky to do so. I have worked as a teacher's aid at three different schools caring for infants - second grade, including special ed. kindergarten. I have been a babysitter and nanny to 10 different families...

Laura H. says "Kelly is a phenomenal nanny. All the things you look for in a nanny, you'll find in Kelly. She's professional, punctual, caring, dedicated, and above all...

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Grace K.

Full Time, Part Time, After School

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Grace K. I have many years of experience with children. I have two kids of my own; all grown up. I like to spend time with kids and would like to assist parents with their needs.

Korinne M. says "We hired Grace for a short term nanny position for my son. She watched him from 3 months to 6 months old until he was ready for daycare. She helped us...

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Erika V.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Wheeling, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of kids basically my whole life. I am the oldest of 14 grandchildren and have always enjoyed being around kids. I have been babysitting for over 15 years for kids of all ages. The ages of the children range from newborn up to 16 years old. I'm comfortable taking care of up to four children at one time...

Christine Q. says "Erika is a smart, dependable, caring individual. What struck me most was how professional she was! She asked pertinent questions about how to provide...

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Abraham G.

Part-time Babysitter And Role model

Morton Grove, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Yes, males can be baby sitters as well. I've worked with youth and teens almost every year since graduating high school. During my undergrad college years I was the babysitter for all 5 of one of my professors kids, age ranged from 2-16. I also house-sat when they were gone for the summers. I graduated with my masters in...
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Shana G.

All About Me

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Shana. I live in Glenview, Illinois. I have worked with children for 15 years. I started out as a camp counselor working with ages 6-12, and I've worked as a part-time babysitter in the Glenview area working with the ages of 4 months to 7 years old. I was a teacher in the Glenview area for two years working in the...

Robert S. says "Shana was ready to go the second she walked in the door. She asked good questions as we showed her our son's supplies and explained his bedtime routine....

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Brooke P.

Reliable, Helpful, Friendly, Professional

Winnetka, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
As a mom of 1, aunt of 3 nieces and 5 nephews most under the age of 11, I have cared for family and the children of our friends looking for a night out. I have taught Sunday school and assisted coaching elementary basketball teams in my home town and volunteer in the Veterans Community. Maintaining a regular schedule has allowed...

Aziz A. says "Brooke was an absolute lifesaver for our family! We truly appreciated her quick response at the last minute and her professionalism throughout. She arrived...

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Heather S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available.

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Heather and I am a 51-year-old mom of 3 kids ages 28, 25 & 22 I have a BA in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in reading. I taught Pre-school and Kindergarten years ago but then stopped to raise my family. I currently (and for the past 11 years) have been a teaching assistant at a local elementary school in...

Megan D. says "Heather is truly fantastic and we were sad when our schedule changed and we couldn't keep her. Our boys loved being with Heather and look forward to more...

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Ellen S.

Experienced Full-time Nanny/House Manager Available

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Ellen and I am 25 years old. I started babysitting at 14, and then throughout high school worked for a family with 1 boy and 1 girl (ages 5 & 8). While in college, I worked for a family during the summers as their family grew. I started when their oldest was 6 months (now 6), with their other two children now 4...

Lia D. says "Ellen was a nanny for my two kids (1 and 4 when she started) for a year and a half, and we all miss her very much. She also used our car regularly to drive...

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Rebecca S.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Rebecca! I am currently a 1st grade teacher at an elementary school! In previous years I have taught Kindergarten and 3rd grade. I have my degree in Elementary Education (Birth-grade 6). I have worked with children from birth-12. I have tons of experience with kids through teaching, and nannying as well as...

Stephanie D. says "Rebecca was great with our two boys (21 months and 5 years old). When we came back home, the younger one was happily snuggling with her while my older...

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Olga S.

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I have more then 6 years experience of babysitter working with babies, toddlers and big kids . After a while, I has changed my career and started working at the office as a medical biller. Later one, I decided to go back to doing what I am love to do the most - working with the kids. I am responsible, dependable, kind, patient,...

Care Member says "I had an exceptional experience with our babysitter. She was incredibly attentive, patient, and caring with our child. Her warm demeanor put both us and...

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Yuleima B.

Fun Sitter

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 3 years of experience. I've been a babysitter since I was 17, I love kids and I can help with anything you need like laundry, buying some things at the store, feeding the kids, taking care of dogs, taking care of the kids and dogs when you travel. I can also help with virtual learning if necessary, I speak Spanish and I...

Colleen L. says "Sweet, easy to communicate with, and the kids loved her. Would recommend!"

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Dana L.

Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a 34-year-old college graduate from Columbia College Chicago. I graduated in 2013 with a Fashion Business degree. I used to nanny full time (and I still babysit occasionally) but for the last 3 years I've been helping families who need another hand! I can help with laundry, errands, running the dishwasher. And I also help...

Michelle L. says "Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made...

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Niaja L.

Nanny

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello I have 4 years of experience in childcare ranging from children from 6 months to 15years old. I was a lead daycare teacher assistant , I helped train employees when they first started, them the priority of childcare safety. I'm 21 years old. I absolutely adore working with children which is why I'm looking for a...

Care Member says "I had the pleasure of having Niaja as our nanny for the past six months, and she has been absolutely wonderful. Niaja is incredibly reliable, always...

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Agnieszka G.

Babysitter

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I'm 45 years, married and I am a mother of two (23 and 16) Non smoker woman. Currently I am working full time as assistant in a Law Office, but this position is not working anymore for me. As a babysitter I have been working for many years , from newborn to teenager. I am a mother, so I totally understand that for each parents...

Lisa S. says "Agnus has been a gift to our family!! She is warm, friendly, nurturing, and so loving to our children! Both my toddler (3) and my infant (8 months) light up...

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Martina O.

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a nanny/babysitter living in Glenview, IL. After working for 20 years in a medical office, I decided I wanted to pursue other opportunities. So, I devoted some time working as a Hospice Volunteer for NorthShore University Health System as needed. I work various childcare positions. Working with children is an absolute joy...

Lorraine C. says "Martina was a full time nanny for our daughter from when she was 4 months old to when she was 14 months old, from October 2023 to August 2024. Martina...

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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 5.0

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Highland Park, IL

Infant Babysitters in Highland Park, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters

Janesha L.

Nesha is a very caring care taker for my child. From day 1 she asked to learn and adjust to our setup and she brings her expertise with...

- Care member

Haley H.

Haley is one of the most reliable helpers I have had! She is always timely, responsible, caring, and excellent with kids. She shows great...

- Erik E.

Silvia G.

Silvia is professional, considerate, dependable, and organized. She is wonderful with our children.

- Preethi V.

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Highland Park, IL

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Highland Park have rates starting at $21.00.

To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 13 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 13 infant babysitters near you in Highland Park, IL. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.

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