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Sadie L.

Chicago, IL

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$23/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
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Hi! My name is Sadie. I recently moved to Chicago from California and am looking for work doing school, house or childcare help. I graduated last spring from Bennington College where I studied dance and education. While in school, I worked in schools, afterschool programs, and summer camps. Since graduating I have worked as a...
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Hinsdale, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
I am looking for a summer babysitting jobs. I will be available through August 8th. I am looking to work with 1 to 3 children. I have been driving for over 4 years and have a clean driving record. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I was a nanny/mother's helper for a 1-year-old the summer of 2022. The past 2...
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Sitter, Tutor, Helper

Chicago, IL

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
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Hi! My name is Caroline and I'm a cardiac nurse in Chicago. I graduated in May 2024 from Saint Mary's College and moved to Lakeview East. I'm originally from St. Louis, Missouri where I babysat for most of my teenage years and nannied during my college summers. I am interested in babysitting, pet sitting, errands, and dog...
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Young And Experienced Child Caregiver!

Barrington, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have 13 years of experience in childcare, from private (house manager, nanny, babysitter, mother's helper) and public (daycare, preschool, nursery, youth sports coach). I am currently getting my degree in early childhood education, and have started leaning into child psychology as well. I have worked with all ages, from 6...
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Happy To Help!

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm Mariellen, and I am a patient, fun, and caring person with passionate energy for kids. I have 7 years experience in childcare. I have been a nanny, babysitter, overnight caretaker & family helper to several families with whom I still keep in touch often! Additionally, I have been a substitute, assistant, and lead teacher...
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Full-time Nanny/ Babysitter Available

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
Being the oldest child in my family, babysitting is second nature to me. I have two younger brothers, 15 and 11, and was the babysitter of choice starting when I was 11 years old. I began babysitting for families other than my own when I was 13 years old, and I absolutely love it. So far, I have babysat for 4 families. I have...
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Jane Of All Trades, Swim Instructor, Tutor, Babysitter!

Evanston, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
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Hi! I'm a recent college grad who wants to be a teacher and loves working with children and families. I have been babysitting since I was 14, tutoring since I was 17, and I have taught swim classes for the last 4 years. I am kind, patient, and engaging, so I can help even the shyest kids feel comfortable! I love to play...
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A Little About Me :)

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
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Hey Friends! I'm Jalyssa a friendly, trustworthy, loving, compassionate and creative caregiver who truly loves working with kids. I have two years of daycare experience and grew up as the oldest cousin in a big family, so I've always been the go-to helper when it comes to little ones. I love coming up with fun and engaging...
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Grayslake, IL

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi there, my name is Esmeralda I am 27 years old. I have many years of experience in babysitting with children in every age group. I also have one year of experience working as a teacher helper in an elementary school where I worked with special needs students and had such a wonderful time but the school year has come to an end...
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Westchester, IL

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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Claire, I live in Westchester and I have been in childcare for 7 years now. I have been a babysitter, a nanny, and a mother's helper. I have my own car, drivers license and a clean driving record. I have experience with babies, toddlers, early school age, preteens, multiples and twins. I am comfortable with cats...
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Sitter With 13+ Years Of Experience

Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Anna and I have over 16 years of experience as a babysitter, nanny, "mother's helper," and household manager. To date, I have worked with over 26 families. I took some time off during the pandemic, but am now looking for an occasional or semi-regular weekend or evening (after 4pm) gig. I work full time, so I...
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Part-time Sitter/nanny

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
It's nice to meet you! My name is Riley and I am a part-time sitter/nanny with 7+ years of paid childcare experience. I also come from quite a big family; I am the oldest of seven kids (the youngest of which is currently 8 years old) and have spent my entire life helping care for them. While caring for children, I like to...
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Fun Sitter With 10 Years Of Experience

La Grange, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
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Hey, I'm Tess! I'm a reliable and energetic 22-year-old who recently graduated from Illinois State University. I've always loved kids so I got involved in childcare as early as possible, first as a Mothers Helper at 11, then as the "neighborhood sitter", and eventually with nannying as well. My focus is on making sure your child...
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Part Time Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
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Hello! I've called Chicago home for the past 6 years, but I'll always be a proud Wolverine, Go Blue! In addition to working as a professional portrait and wedding photographer, I provide a wide range of household support services, including house management, nannying, dog walking & cooking. With over 7 years of childcare...
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Family Helper

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi everyone! I have 8+ years of childcare experience as a nanny, gymnastics instructor, eldest sister and after-school volunteer. I've also recently gotten into home management and I love it! I can assist with laundry, dishes, room tidying, organizing closets/drawers/ storage rooms, meal prep, errands, personal assistant...

Jerry T. says "Candice was the nanny to our 11-month-old daughter. She is a great nanny, I highly recommend working with Candice. She not only brightened up our...

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Part-time Caregiver Available

Clarendon Hills, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Many years of babysitting experience, day camp helper, gymnastics coach, and a degree in early childhood education
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Caregiver/ Babysitter/nanny

Lombard, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
I live in Bristol IL near Yorkville IL I have experience working with kids as a babysitter for two years and as a before and after school counselor for one year. As a before/after school counselor I was in charge to plan the activities of the day and it was something that I very much enjoyed. I have worked with elementary school...
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Glen Ellyn, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
I started as a mothers helper when I was in elementary school and became an aunt at age 11! At age 16 I became a nanny. I have been a nanny or weekend babysitter ever since. I spent a year and a half working with adults with special needs and have a lot of experience in that area. I'm starting a new chapter in my life and I'm...
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Creative & Engaging Nanny House Helper

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I've worked part time as an Assistant director for a before and after school program at the YMCA. Helping school aged kids with homework and engaging in indoor & outdoor activities. I've done two summer camp programs which included field trips, sporting events, museums and pool days! I've been a private nanny for a young tween...
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Evening Caregiver/Helper Or Tutor For Summer 2019

Chicago, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a single mom and former elementary school teacher with a Master's in Curriculum & Instruction. Every other week after 3:30/4pm, I'm free for tutoring or babysitting. I bring lots of patience, creativity, and fun! Plus great references!
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper

In a lot of cases mother’s helpers take on many of the same babysitter duties that a normal babysitter does. A mother’s helper can help with homework, can supervise children, and can even do light housework. The biggest difference between a sitter and a mother’s helper is typically their age. Usually, a mother’s helper is a “babysitter in training” who isn’t old enough to be alone in a home with children, but can help keep an eye on children while parents are nearby while taking some time to themselves. Review 1 profiles to see which responsibilities mother’s helpers near you are happy to take on.

Thanks to babysitting websites like Care.com, it’s easy to find qualified babysitters online near you, including mother’s helpers. You can search through Care.com profiles to find a mother’s helper who has the experience you’re looking for and can help tackle the top babysitting duties on your list in Mount Prospect, IL. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.

Similar to babysitting rates, mother’s helpers rates can vary based on different factors like their years of experience or where you live. Typically, mother’s helper rates near you start at $15.00.

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