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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, swimming supervision, meal prep
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
(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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
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.
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
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, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm sweet, bubbly and love kids. I come from a large family, so child care has always come naturally for me. I have over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, as well as multiple kids at a time. I also have 5 years experience caring for children with special needs. While finishing work as a tech in a...
Sadie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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...
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
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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, 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.
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, 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.
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:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Magdalena took good care of my girls!"
Barbara M.
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 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.
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:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I'm DaJae, but I go by Dae. My personality is calm, nurturing, patient, and kind.
I love working with kids because I like to make great memories & experiences with them. I provide fun, creative, imaginative and interactive play.
I'm open to both short/long term roles with the family (one time, occasional, last...
Dajae can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
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Recent last-minute babysitter reviews from local parents in Evanston, IL
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.
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.
Lindsay D.
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 children herself. I felt very confident...
- Jessica C.
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.
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FAQs for finding a last-minute babysitter near you in Evanston, IL
How much does it cost to hire a last-minute babysitter near me in Evanston, 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 $30.00.
How can I find a last-minute babysitter near Evanston, IL in May, 2024?
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What type of last-minute babysitter services are available near me in Evanston, 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.