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31 last-minute babysitters are listed in Elmhurst, IL
The average rate is $20/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby last-minute babysitters is 10 years
Last-minute babysitters in Elmhurst, IL
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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.
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Iselle cared for our 4 month old infant during our stay in Miami. She was prompt, responsive, professional, respectful and most importantly great with our daughter. Would highly recommend her to anyone looking for reliable and wonderful child care."
Lindsey G.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Magdalena took good care of my girls!"
Barbara M.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Very respectful, patient, and fun! Totally trustworthy. My kids love her!"
Casey P.
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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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.
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, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rachel, and I have a great deal of experience working with children. My niece and nephew who are currently 11 and 14 years old, spent the majority of their childhood years living with me and often took care of them. I also have been a nanny for four years, which included cooking, tutoring, dog walking, driving to and...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
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
4.3
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
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...
Eileen can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"In short, she cares for our kids like they were her own and has incredible patience with their pretend play."
Stephen R.
Madeline C.
Aurora, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Nanny, Part-Time Sitter, Date-Night Sitter, And Last-Minute Sitter
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Maddie! I am a 21-year-old high school graduate with six years paid childcare experience. I grew up in the Downers Grove area, and as an aunt to five kids, and an older cousin to more kids than I can count; I've essentially had a baby in my lap since the day I came home from the hospital myself! Outside of my own family,...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Easy to communicate with, responsive, friendly. She was really nice and my boys enjoyed her watching them. "
Care member
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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mariah is the most attentive, kindest, dependable and trustworthy caregiver for children. My family loved her for all parts of care whether that meant entertaining them through a pandemic or taking them on outings. She is a thorough communicator I h is key to...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have spent my young adult years volunteering in preschools, attending child development classes and assisting teachers in second grade classrooms for internship.
I progressed into a full-time nannying and then transitioned into care for seniors with dementia. I love being hands on and incorporating art and crafts, playing...
Katelin can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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:
CPR
First Aid
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
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Magen, an experienced and passionate nanny with over 7 years of childcare expertise. Although I've taken a break from full-time nannying in the past 3 years to focus on babysitting, my love for working with children remains strong. I bring an active and energetic approach to childcare, creating a positive learning...
Magen can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Magen was amazing with our two energetic boys, keeping them active and happy after school. She had no problem picking up and dropping off and prepared dinner for them. She was reliable and the kids love her. We often hired her for date nights, too. You can't go...
Jennifer T.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Jackie and I'm 58 years old. I was born in Chile. I moved to Chicago in 1991. I speak English and Spanish. I'm a mother of 3 boys and 1 girl and have 6 grandchildren. I've been around kids all my life and I am the oldest of 5 in my family as well. I'm a caring and loving person and trustworthy. I believe that...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Jackie to be the nanny to our 5 month old son. We really enjoyed speaking with her and felt she would do a wonderful job. We did not end up hiring her as we went with someone whom we felt was a little better fit for our family. I would definitely...
Jen G.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Since 2010 I have worked with parents who need a reliable, trustworthy, caring, friendly and fun babysitter/caregiver. I am flexible with last minute changes to the schedule. I have taken children to parks, museums, pools, activities, tutoring, etc. I interact by helping with homework, snack time, doing arts and crafts, playing...
Paige can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
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Recent last-minute babysitter reviews from local parents in Elmhurst, IL
Susan B.
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 been our been our new nanny, but was...
- Melissa S.
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.
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.
Olivia R.
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.
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FAQs for finding a last-minute babysitter near you in Elmhurst, IL
How much does it cost to hire a last-minute babysitter near me in Elmhurst, 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 $20.00.
How can I find a last-minute babysitter near Elmhurst, IL in April, 2024?
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What type of last-minute babysitter services are available near me in Elmhurst, 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.