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I love caring and working with children's. I'm hardworking, patient, dependable, honest, fun-loving, compassionate and kind. Kids are my world. I'm on board with whatever needs to be done in a household. I'm highly flexible on availability and last minute changes.. Letter references are available upon request! I work right now...
4.5
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maggie and I am interested in your application to help babysit your children this week or whenever something else comes up! I have a lot of experience with newborns, toddlers, and elementary school children. I also like animals so working around pets is not an issue for me. I love working with crafts, playing...
Magdalena can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Magdalena took good care of my girls!"
Barbara M.
Babysitting since before 13 years of age. Kind, patient, caring. Loves storytelling, learning, teaching, cooking, and helping. Experience with ages 7mo-12yrs. Flexible hours. Good for last minute plans. Available immediately. Also has a degree in engineering.
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
For the past 20 years I've been a nanny, the majority of which I spent longterm with two families (can provide these references upon request). I have both my bachelors and masters in pedagogical training in Early Childhood Education from a Polish University, and I have experience teaching primary school children in Poland as...
Krystyna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sydney. I am a PA (Physician Assistant) student at Midwestern University. While I primarily have classes/school work during the week, I am looking to help families with child care on the weekends! Fri/Sat/Sun! I have about 10 years of childcare experience, including caring for my 2 younger siblings and numerous...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Very respectful, patient, and fun! Totally trustworthy. My kids love her!"
Casey P.
Cassidy C.
Chicago, IL
$19/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! I am Cassidy, a 22-year-old, recent graduate from Indiana University. I was born and raised in Cleveland Ohio and I am excited to have recently relocated to the Greater Chicago area for work. I am a fun, energetic, patient and responsible babysitter/nanny. I have years of experience babysitting children of all ages from...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cassidy has a warm and happy presence. She is always upbeat and positive with the kids, and I always felt they were safe and cared for in her hands. My 1-yo fell in love with her and would get excited at the mere mention of her name. I couldn't have wanted more....
Jen N.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm currently available weekdays, weekends for date nights, overnights, and last minute care. I am a highly motivated and dedicated individual! In addition to my love for designing/creating clothes, I began my childcare journey 8 years ago. I am passionate about helping aid the growth of families, nurture and care for...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Mariah has became a part of our family! She is respectful, takes such great care of our kids, and LISTENS!! I highly recommend her to any family looking for a loving nanny."
Alisha F.
Iselle C.
Berwyn, IL
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.6
(14)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Iselle and I'm 26 years old. I moved to Miami in January 2018 and I have been babysitting since before that until 2021. I am now working full-time and would just like to make some extra money on my spare time. Although most of my experience is driving children to and from school and other activities, I...
Iselle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Iselle babysat for my toddler while we were in Miami Beach for vacation. She is an excellent communicator in advance and did a great job with our daughter. She was obviously very very comfortable with babies and we felt so good leaving ours with her!"
Jen K.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Olivia! I'm currently 20 years-old and studying at the U as a sophomore.
I have about 5 years of babysitting experience. I nannied over the summer for two young boys (5 and 10 yrs). I have also watched my neighbors who have four young girls. I have a lot of other experience too. All 6 or so of the families I help out...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia was easy to work with and prompt with communication. Our little one enjoyed having her as a sitter. We hope to hire Olivia again."
Ryan F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lindsay I'm a bilingual mother of a 4year old and a 1year old both girls who go to day care and currently expecting my 3rd baby. I consider myself a very fun mother. I have 2years of experience working with 3-5-year-olds and before giving birth I recently work at a day care caring for 2-year-olds. We enjoy doing a...
Lindsay can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Lindsay is excellent - highly recommend! We needed backup care for our 2 year old son, and she was quick to reply and flexible with her hours. Lindsay is a warm, genuine, patient, fun caregiver. She also has experience in childcare and is a mother of 2 young...
Jessica C.
Susan B.
Elmhurst, IL
$20-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!
I was a professor at the Art Institute of Chicago while my kids were growing up and now I work from home during the day. I am looking for evening and weekend work, or covering last minute emergencies or travel.
I've been a part-time nanny and babysitter for an amazing family for the last 5 years. They have a full time...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Susan is the best! My kids look forward to her coming over - they do crafts, games, dance parties.... She's always on time, very communicative and very responsible. When we unexpectedly lost our nanny she jumped in and didn't miss a beat. We wished she could have...
Melissa S.
Zoe S.
Oak Brook, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am 22 Living In Oak Brook, IL Looking For Babysitting Jobs In The Area.
23. Many years of experience with children of all ages. Enthusiastic and caring. Has a niece and nephew and hopes to have kids one day. Looking for special occasion, date night and last minute plans babysitting gigs. Has own car and clean driving record.
Zoe can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Shannon H.
Chicago, IL
$14-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
From babysitting in my teens to working in a pediatric hospital as a nurse, I have worked with children and loved every minute of it for the last 12 years. They keep my spunky, humbled and always on my toes. I love to share my love of crafting and the outdoors-anything to keep kids working with their hands and engaged in the...
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Tatum F.
Hinsdale, IL
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am in school to become a nurse. Before nursing I wanted to be an elementary teacher and worked as a kindergarten teacher assistant at Grace church! I am looking for a occasional babysitting (weekday or weekend). I want to be someone you can call last minute or there if you just need a well deserved break!
Tatum can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, outgoing, and resourceful.
I like working with kids because I have kids of my own and I understand what it's like to care for them. It's something I have been doing for year on end and never get tired of.
I'm looking for a job that can be flexible when needed. I am able to work on...
I have 7 years of experience babysitting and the older I get the more I have a passion for childcare and education! I am now seeking a more permanent nanny position but have completely open availability for last minute or one time jobs! I have my license and a 100% clean driving record, but do not have access so my own car. I am...
Kimo can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Bethany W.
Chicago, IL
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitter (weeknights, Weekends) + Available For House Sitting & Dog Sitting!
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Over 15 years of babysitting experience with all age groups and ethnicities. I am a responsible, hardworking professional living in Streeterville. I work full-time (8-4pm) but my schedule can be flexible.
Looking to help families with caretaking on occasional weeknights (5 p.m. and on) and/or weekends (any...
Bethany can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm available for occasional and last minute child care. My background includes being a public school teacher, teacher's aid to disabled children, and a mom. I am comfortable with caring for children of all ages, those with special needs, as well as taking care of household duties. Thank you for your time.
Tanikki can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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,...
Gentiana can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
For 3 years, I was an elementary school teacher at a Chicago Public School. I have over 15 years experience babysitting and nannying. I am looking for a nanny share job opportunity. I just had my little one in June and would be looking for a nanny share opportunity since I have decided to not go back to work and stay at home. I...
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent last-minute babysitter reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL
Magdalena P.
5.0
Maggie is easy going, and low key. While she did arrive 30 minutes past our original agreed time, she did communicate that she was going to be late. This is the first time we have hired Maggie, so her punctuality would need to be seen over several jobs. Other than that, she did a great job. She...
- Edgar A.
Sydney H.
5.0
Very respectful, patient, and fun! Totally trustworthy. My kids love her!
- Casey P.
Cassidy C.
5.0
Cassidy was such a caring nanny for our little guy. She asked for and received feedback well and was flexible with our needs. We were so sad that she had to leave our state, but hopefully someone else will get to enjoy her caring for their little ones.
- Care member
Mariah M.
5.0
Mariah has became a part of our family! She is respectful, takes such great care of our kids, and LISTENS!! I highly recommend her to any family looking for a loving nanny.
- Alisha F.
Iselle C.
3.0
I only got to work with Iselle twice, she couldn't come times that I needed as she said she was on period and in pain the first two days, I honored that. She wanted to get paid daily so that may have been an indication of her lack of commitment, she later messaged me saying she isn't ready to work,...
- Zeinabou M.
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FAQs for finding a last-minute babysitter near you in Des Plaines, IL
How much does it cost to hire a last-minute babysitter near me in Des Plaines, IL?
How much it costs to hire a last-minute babysitter depends on many different factors such as where you live and how many years of experience they have. That being said, you can find a last-minute babysitter near you with rates starting at $25.00.
How can I find a last-minute babysitter near Des Plaines, IL in May, 2024?
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What type of last-minute babysitter services are available near me in Des Plaines, IL?
Typically, last-minute babysitters take on the same roles and responsibilities as normal babysitters. The differentiating factor here is you may need to hire a last-minute babysitter with short notice when your normal sitter cancels or when an unexpected appointment or work event comes up. There are 1 near you if you ever find you need an extra set of hands at the last-minute.