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Niki M.

Lemont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am CPR certified, and currently work part time at a daycare center. I would describe my personality as Fun, Loving, Nurturing, Empathetic & Creative. I am passionate about teaching and working with infants & toddlers/kids. I love to have fun with the kids while creating a safe environment for the children to learn,...

Care Member says "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...

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Kailyn R.

Professional Experienced Nanny

Chicago, IL

4.2(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my names Kaitlyn. I've been working professionally in childcare for 7+ years. I have worked as a nanny primarily, but have also couched children sports, tutored, run children groups, and, what has given me the absolute most experience, I am a mom to my 4-year-old daughter. So, I have extensive experience in the...

Care Member says "Kailyn was great, our daughter loved playing with her!"

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Kathy S.

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Kathy and I have been a nanny for the same family for the past 12 years. There are two boys ages 14 and 9. I watched them 4 days a week for the past 10 years. Both boys are in school full time now so they don't really need a nanny anymore. My schedule is opened up quite a bit now. I have 2 grandchildren ages 6 &...

Shaneva M. says "ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!!! My family has grown by 1 when we found Kathy! I travel A LOT for work and we've moved to IL and are detached from family. Kathy...

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Celestine S.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, my name is Celestine . I am 25yrs old. I just recently got my associates degree. I come from a big family so I am really family oriented. I love playing games such as UNO, hide and seek, and tag with the kids that I watch. In the summer I enjoy taking them to the park or just for walks to keep them active. I started...

Brittany S. says "Celeste was great with our children, on time, and had great communication skills with me throughout the day. Very professional and overall, just a nice...

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Amanda K.

Oak Lawn, IL

4.7(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am currently a nursing student, my goal is to specialize in pediatrics, children are my passion it's who I want to be around for the rest of my life, I have many years of babysitting experience ranging from newborns to school age children. I am a very energetic and outgoing babysitter, I plan activities and always make sure...

Patricia L. says "Amanda worked with our family for a couple of weeks. She was great with our boys. Scheduling was an issue so we parted ways."

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Anna S.

Homer Glen, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, my name is Anna! I am 22 years old. I have attained my bachelor's degree in psychology and am now working toward attaining my masters to pursue child and adolescent psychology. I am kind, caring, patient, and determined. I have been working with children in various areas (tutoring, child-care, and giving piano lessons) since...

Margaret S. says "Anna is a hard worker and genuinely puts a great effort to creating a positive and educational atmosphere for children. She has been tutoring my...

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Hannah F.

Part Time Fun, Loving Caregiver Available

Chicago, IL

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Hannah I have a passion for working with kids and constructing productive activities. I have experience working with kids with autism. I've worked with newborns to teens. I'm able to care for more than 3 kids. I've worked in park districts before , day cares , churches, schools, cheer teams and more. I have...

George Y. says "Hannah did a great job for helping out for two days with our kids while we worked from home. Great attitude, polite and helped with meals, snacks and...

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Erin S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am an elementary school speech therapist and love what I do! I have experience babysitting children between the ages of newborn - 15 years old. I enjoy babysitting because I love interacting with kids and have been told by previous employers that I am someone they trust. Please reach out with any date night or weekend...

Lori C. says "Erin was fabulous. She was just what I needed for after school care for my four kids. She got everyone where they needed to be on time and everyone was...

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Maranda J.

Homewood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi I'm Maranda and I've been looking after children as a nanny for about 4years now. Being the eldest of 3 siblings and enough cousins, nieces and nephews to make more than 3 football teams, I've always took the initiative to help by babysitting, cooking, or cleaning. As a part time student, I've mostly worked with infants and...

Gloria F. says "I hired Maranda to watch my 14 year old and 18 month old son for me while I traveled. She was responsible for pick up and drop offs, meals and overall...

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Eileen K.

Energetic, Loving Mom Who Would Love To Help You!

Worth, IL

4.5(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Eileen and I'd love to help!. I've been a caregiver/ nanny for 25+years and I LOVE IT!! I have CPR and first aid training. I'm a mom of 3 magnificent individuals! I've taken care of children of all ages, siblings(3+), and children with disabilities. I can do date nights, occasional overnights and last minute...

Care Member says "Eileen was punctual. She jumped right in and cared for our 1 yo daughter like she was her own. She also did light housework while our daughter napped. I...

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Nicole K.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have three small children of my own who are 5 months, 3 years and 5 years. I also have taught infants through second graders as a music teacher and am a certified high school middle school teacher.

Joy J. says "She really likes and cares for kids of all ages. She is very patient and kind."

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Shelby B.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I have 10 years paid experience working with children, from working in a daycare for 4 years, to babysitting for a handful of families quite regularly, random babysitting jobs, as well as nannying full time for the last two years. I've worked with everything from infants to preteens. On top of that, I come from a family...

Morgan K. says "There are no words for how talented, kind, and all-around wonderful Shelby is. Initially, in Dec '19, we hired Shelby as she provided exceptional...

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Naomi P.

Majoring In A Child Development Major FACS In Education And Am Seeking More Experience!

Homer Glen, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a college student at JJC studying Family and Consumer Sciences in Education. My specialty is Child Development and Psychology. I've done lots of volunteering in childcare facilities, churches, and have babysitting since I was about 12. I can helping out with laundry, errands, light housekeeping, cooking/meal prepping,...

Joanne D. says "Flexible with her schedule and our children love having her around. Also is helpful and willing to cook meals."

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Heather A.

Oak Lawn, IL

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi I'll start by saying that I have a degree in Elementary I have over 20 years of experience with children from newborn to teenagers. I am First Aid and C. P. R. Certified. I am looking to help mothers or fathers who need a babysitter and or Nanny, either for work or just to have a night out. I am a Pre-K teacher and I love...

Maggie G. says "I have known Heather for 4 years now and she has always been very polite and professional when it came to watching our 2 daughters. My oldest daughter...

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Mccoy C.

Flossmoor, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello there! I am a recent graduate of Howard University. I have worked in child care services for the past 7 years. 2 years being a camp counselor and 5 year being a care. com nanny. I grew up with care. com babysitters so I was overly excited when I received my first full-time nanny job through care. com for the summer back in...

Care Member says "Let me start by saying that Mccoy has become a member of our family since meeting her last year to care for our toddler. She is reliable, attentive,...

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Jessica M.

Experienced, Cpr Certified Nanny/babysitter That Loves Children.

Oak Lawn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Watched a family of 3(two boys under 2 and a 8-year-old) and a family of two (2+4). Summer help last year with a 2 yo and an premature newborn! College athlete in at Robert Morris university. I have recently became a medical student. I am honest and hard working and very patient. I love pets and children and love to be very...

Romy L. says "Jessica is great, my son loves her! She's very sweet, always punctual, and willing to help in the house. I definitely recommend her! "

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Dinora R.

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
A few family members work in the flight industry and I was the on call sitter sometimes starting at night and finishing in the morning. I have 3 nieces and 1 nephew that I have watched over for 8 years. I was also a sitter for a family with 2 girls between the ages of 5 and 9 for a couple years. Pets are no issue for me since I...

Nicol R. says "She's very engaging with the kids. Seems to really understand how a child's mind thinks. She has a great energy and is very creative."

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Noelle B.

Super Fun Babysitter With Good Energy And A Contagious Smile!

Country Club Hills, IL

4.8(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Noelle and I am a senior business management, pre-law major at University. I worked at a day camp for 3 years doing various activities such as: swimming, fun games, singing & dancing, and field trips (River, Bowling, and more!). I more recently have worked with 7 care. com families. I am a very fun, organized, and...

Tanya M. says "Noelle has a warm personality, offering kind and structured care for our 8 year old. She has excellent communication skills and is enthusiastic and...

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Gloria P.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have experience caring for my nieces and nephew, whose ages range from newborn to 12 years old. I also have experience caring for family with dementia. I am working towards becoming a music therapist and I have experience caring for individuals with many different disabilities. I look forward to meeting you!

Chris C. says "She spent time with our daughter, drew pics, went to the pool and watched movies. We tried to book her again for the following night but she was booked....

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Stephanie P.

Fun Caregiver And Smile Officer! :)

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am currently a third grade teacher with Chicago Public Schools. I have been teaching third grade for five years now. I also worked for two years on campus as a lead teacher at the YWCA of McLean County's child care program. There, I had worked with and cared for infants, toddlers, and school age children. I am social,...

Care Member says "Stephanie is very reliable and has an amazing connection with kids! My kids loved her and always looked forward to her fun activity’s! "

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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.40/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 5.0

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Palos Heights, IL

Infant Babysitters in Palos Heights, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters

Niki M.

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...

- Care member

Kailyn R.

Kailyn was great, our daughter loved playing with her!

- Care member

Kathy S.

ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!!! My family has grown by 1 when we found Kathy! I travel A LOT for work and we've moved to IL and are detached from...

- Shaneva M.

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Palos Heights, IL

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Palos Heights have rates starting at $18.40.

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 10 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 10 infant babysitters near you in Palos Heights, 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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