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Melissa M.

Part-time Babysitter

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Melissa, and I have 10+ years of babysitting experience. I graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor's of Special Education: Learning Behavior Specialist (B. S. Ed.). I've watched children from ages newborn-adolescent. If I had to pick five words that best describes me, it would be: active,...

Abraham R. says "Melissa was great with our two kids. She was reliable and punctual."

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Jade A.

Happy And Energized College Sitter!

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Jade, I am currently in college trying to achieve my BSN. I now have a 15-year-old brother who I've helped care for since I was 9 and I have been babysitting for family and close friends since 16. I have two Godsons who I love with my entire world. They are Irish twins and I have been caring for them since they...

Jas L. says "Jade is really sweet and caring. You can tell how much she loves kids and is always willing to make them smile! She babysat for my niece a few times and by...

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Stacey C.

Patient And Loving

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Compassionate and responsible babysitter with 3. 5 years of experience caring for infants to children 12 years old. Positive role model focused on supporting the development and teaching new skills. Certified in CPR with a dedication to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all children. Enjoys...

Kasia P. says "Stacey is great! She is taking care of our two boys and they love her."

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Isabel M.

Fun Sitter And Love To Teach

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I speak prefect Spanish and English. I've been working as a nanny for 20 yrs love to do craft with children take them to parks have play dates and also worked at the school district 95 as s supervisor.

Care Member says "Isabel is a wonderful nanny and an amazing person. She has been with our family for almost 5 years we would rate her exceptional."

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Weronika K.

Full Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
Hello, my name is Weronika and I am currently in school part time which allows me time for a full time position. I am looking for a job ranging anywhere from 20-45 hours a week. I have experience caring for children from age 6 months to 12 years old. I am experienced and comfortable in all child care related tasks. I can do bath...

Melissa M. says "Weronika has been caring for my youngest (currently 8 months old) for the last couple months. She has been fantastic. She's here when she says she'll be...

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Estefanny J.

Palatine, IL

4.7(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! I am currently looking for a part/full time position with a family. I currently have a part time job as a lab technician. I have a lot of experience working with children. I have worked with multiple families that I met here on care. com. I handled meals, transportation, play dates, homework help, etc. I have worked...

Heather H. says "Steph has been working for us since Jan 2017. She's been a great addition to our family and the kids really like her. She's reliable and gets the job...

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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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Pollyanna P.

Sweet And Fun Sitter

Highland Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Pollyanna, I'm 31yo. I have plenty of experience with infants. I'm certified as a Newborn Care Specialist and looking forward to helping families with their little ones. I'm dependable, fun-loving and patient. I'm married and have a fur baby -Speak English, Portuguese and some Spanish -CPR-First Aid certified

Ashley C. says "Pollyanna has taken care of our 7 month old who loves her! She is very sweet and does a great job at playing with our little one. Pollyanna also does...

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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
light cleaning
travel
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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Nikki G.

Nikki -

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi, I'm Nikki! I have been officially nannying for over three years but have been babysitting on and off for my whole life. I love spending time with children and I think that creating bonds with families and wonderful childhood memories are so special important! I'm also a huge animal lover and very comfortable with pets, I've...

Abby C. says "Our 3 and 5 year old really enjoy Nikki! She is super sweet and always smiling! Look forward to future babysitting needs by her. :]"

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Delaney H.

Friendly And Creative Sitter

Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a rising sophomore in college majoring in marketing, and love to work with kids! I worked at Lifetime Fitness as a child care center counselor for a year, and have plenty of children in my neighborhood that I consistently babysit. I am very organized and patient, and am dedicated to creating a safe and fun environment for...

Nicole L. says "Delaney was the best! She had to go back to College which is the only reason why she isn't taking care of my baby girl currently. But she will always be...

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Taylor N.

About Me

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a junior in college looking to work during the summer and briefly throughout the school year during fall, winter, and spring breaks. I'm a responsible and caring individual who loves spending time with children. I have always had a passion for working with kids, I have a lot of experience babysitting for family and friends....

Michelle B. says "Taylor was quick to respond and welcomed an meet-and-greet for our two golden retrievers. She took the time to let us get to know her and walked the...

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Grace K.

Love Of Children And Enthusiastic

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello! I'm excited to introduce myself as a potential nanny for your family. I'm available to start full-time and have a flexible schedule until February 3rd, when I begin flight dispatch school. My classes are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 PM, so I'm available to nanny after that. I come...

Chrizzy C. says "Grace nannies for our our 2.5 year old and infant two days a week and they love her! Grace is so open and sweet. Our toddler loves all of the activities...

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Alina V.

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I'm a responsible babysitter with 2 years of experience. Know how to take care of little babies and also know how to do activities with toddlers and teenagers. Can speak English , Ukrainian and Russian , also have 2 degrees ( social work and public relationship in government ) . Love kids and pets and will easy find the...

Care Member says "Alina was early, respectful, reliable, and connected well with my daughter."

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Tatyana P.

Experienced, Loving Nanny Available Full Time Or Part Time.

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been working with kids for more than 25years. I was preschool teacher in Latvia. In the USA, I've worked with children of all ages for 20 years. I am a kind, loving, fun nanny. I enjoy playing with kids, teaching them, hiking outdoors, reading books, listening to music, playing ball, etc. Always provide safety and...

Stephanie B. says "Tatyana is an exceptional caregiver. She is compassionate, patient, and goes above and beyond to foster a nurturing, age-appropriate environment....

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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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Jelayne C.

Hi! I Am An Experienced Babysitter And I Enjoy Taking Care Of Kids! I'm Very Responsible And Caring!

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Jelayne. I'm 21 years old and I'm in my third year of college. I have two dogs & a chameleon and I enjoy doing creative activities! I am an experienced and caring nanny with a passion for working with children! With over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, I understand...

Katie D. says "She has been the perfect fit for our family. She is kind, patient, reliable, and fun! She primarily cares for our 19 month-old daughter. She takes her...

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Kylie S.

Best Babysitter

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have a lot of experience working with children! I have babysat many children and babies at once for years now and am very passionate about caring for them! I used to work for NWSRA last year which was working with special needs children. I also have tutored kids ages 6 and up! I have three brothers and over 30 first cousins...

Nicole O. says "We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was flexible with...

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Alejandra V.

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I'm Alejandra V, and I've worked with children for 8+ years in daycares, private homes, and as a volunteer at a homework club. I've cared for kids ages 6 weeks to 12 years and love supporting their growth at every stage. I enjoy planning creative, educational activities especially crafts and outdoor play that spark curiosity...

Kendall B. says "Alejandra is a fabulous babysitter! She became fast friends with our 6-year-old and indulged her in crafts, taught her some Spanish, and even taught her...

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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
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 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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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.50/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 4.8

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Wheeling, IL

Infant Babysitters in Wheeling, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters

Melissa M.

Melissa was great with our two kids. She was reliable and punctual.

- Abraham R.

Jade A.

Jade is really sweet and caring. You can tell how much she loves kids and is always willing to make them smile! She babysat for my niece a...

- Jas L.

Stacey C.

Stacey is great! She is taking care of our two boys and they love her.

- Kasia P.

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Wheeling, IL

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Wheeling have rates starting at $20.50.

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 16 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 16 infant babysitters near you in Wheeling, 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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