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Mikayla S.

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am 28 years old, and live in Des Plaines with my fiancé, and handsome pup, Beau! My career background is in Human Resources and Social Services, however I am currently unemployed while I concentrate on wedding planning and figuring out my next career move. I have experience caring for children since I was 14. I have...
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Part-time Babysitter/nanny Availabe

Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have had many experiences with caring for younger children. All my life I took care of family members and fell in love with taking care of children. I have worked with babysitting twins that are 10 years old and an older brother that is 13. Although, these are older children, I still have an increasing amount of experience...
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Part-time Babysitter

Des Plaines, IL

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
Hi, My name is Sara and I have over five years of experience with childcare! I have done overnight childcare and worked in childcare centers as well. I am CPR certified as well.
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Part Time Baby Sitter And Care Giver Available

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I've worked as an educator in a before and after school program. I also have taken care of younger family members. I enjoy thinking of crafts and activities that are fun and educational.
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Babysitter Available Full or Part-Time

Des Plaines, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Zori. I have 10 years of experience babysitting and caring for children. I have worked for an American family who had three kids, three dogs and a pretty big house. My primary responsibilities were babysitting, taking the kids to and from school, as well as taking care of them while the parents were out. I also...
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Part-time Child Care

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Care of children while their parents working or way. Keep children safe and care for everyday needs such as feeding, dressing and making sure homework gets done.
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Part-Time Babysitter

Des Plaines, IL

3.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi, this is Barbara. I live in Des Plaines (60016). I am looking for a part-time job as a babysitter during a week. I have some experience taking care of my 2 daughters ( now they are 8 & 12) . During this time I also was a babysitter for a little girl 3 days a week. I love reading books to kids, drawing with them, taking them...

Agnes W. says "I have known Barbara for years. She was always my backup babysitter - like my daughter's aunt. Three years ago, when I moved to my new home in Arlington...

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Part-Time Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
As a teenager, I watched the neighborhood children. I worked at Butterfield Park District childcare, as well as at a Deaf and Blind Residential Home. I raised a daughter and have taken care of children as young as 6 months up to 18 years of age. I have worked in Evanston, Glenview, Park Ridge, Morton Grove, Wilmette, and...

Haley H. says "Vicky has been the best addition to our household. She is amazing at taking care of our 2 children, including one of our children with special needs. She...

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Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a Stay at Home Mom of two boys age 16 & 14 and have been watching children from my Des Plaines home for over 13 years. I love keeping the kids active and motivated while having fun. Love taking them to parks, museums, zoo, aquariums & many play places for them to have fun and of course learn! I would like to watch more...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am looking for a position taking care of 1-2 children, either part -time or full time. I am currently working as a temporary nanny to my 3-yr old niece, but that situation will be changing right after Christmas. In addition to being a single mom to a 15-yr old son, I have many years of experience babysitting for various family...
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Full Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
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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Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi my name is Itala. I have one full year of experience with babysitting. I babysat 4 kids all of different ages ranging from 2-6 years old. I am currently in college studying psychology and hoping to becoming a child psychologist. I also have a part time job working at Petsmart. I have previous experiences in life saving...
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Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Compassionate and responsible stay-at-home mom of three (including twins) seeking a part-time babysitting position during school hours. Offering over a decade of hands-on experience in child development, routine management, professional and providing a safe, loving environment for children. - Key Qualifications • 20+ years of...

Abigail T. says "Nina was great to meet with, and we felt very comfortable with her. Unfortunately, my work schedule changed and we ended up not needing a sitter. Nina...

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Part Time Sitter In Oak Park

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Bess and I'm looking for a new nannying job! I'll be leaving my current nanny family in the middle of August and am looking for a new job starting then.
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Current Early Childhood Education Student Available For Part-time Babysitting.

Elmwood Park, IL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Experienced child care worker looking to step away from daycare and work with an individual family.

Raquel Z. says "Amy is beyond kind and compassionate when it comes to children. She has that patience that it takes to deal with small children that some people do not...

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All About Me

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
My name is Shana. I live in Glenview, Illinois. I have worked with children for 15 years. I started out as a camp counselor working with ages 6-12, and I've worked as a part-time babysitter in the Glenview area working with the ages of 4 months to 7 years old. I was a teacher in the Glenview area for two years working in the...

Robert S. says "Shana was ready to go the second she walked in the door. She asked good questions as we showed her our son's supplies and explained his bedtime routine....

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I live in Jefferson Park (Chicago), and am looking to be a date night sitter for a wonderful family! I have a BA in Music from Syracuse University, and I was a certified music teacher in Massachusetts. I've been a lifeguard, taught swim lessons and worked with kids in camp settings for many summers and years since I was 18 years...

Care Member says "Danielle was great! Communicative and professional. We would definitely hire Danielle again for future babysitting jobs!"

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Part-time Babysitter

Bensenville, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have 7yrs experience caring for children. I'm a very outgoing, active individual who loves the outdoors and sports! I'm experienced in caring for multiples and am great at helping organize long days, calendars, and play dates. I have great multitasking skills and am a neat person! I'm a team player and always ready for a new...

Sandra O. says "For the past two summers Isaly has babysat my two daughters. Isaly is a bright, patient, and caring person. She relates well with my girl. They love her...

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Part-time Babysitter

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have done it all, from teaching children how to swim, hosting their birthday parties to being a camp counselor, and dealing with their worst and best days. I have had 5 years of child experience and love getting to know children and all of their personalities. I am a positive influenced person and try my best to keep kids...

Beau W. says "Tori has been wonderful for our two children. She helped them through e learning and transition back to school and with workbooks over the summer. She...

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  • 60 part time babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.07/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time babysitters is 4.5

Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL

Part Time Babysitters in Des Plaines, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed part time babysitters

Barbara P.

I have known Barbara for years. She was always my backup babysitter - like my daughter's aunt. Three years ago, when I moved to my new...

- Agnes W.

Vicky W.

Vicky has been the best addition to our household. She is amazing at taking care of our 2 children, including one of our children with...

- Haley H.

Weronika K.

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...

- Melissa M.

FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in Des Plaines, IL

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Des Plaines, IL. While all babysitters on Care.com undergo an annual background check called a CareCheck, it’s best to do your own due diligence before hiring babysitters such as interviewing them, reviewing references, and running your own background check.

When a babysitter is needed part-time and you plan to work with them on a regular basis, you may want to interview a few different candidates. After setting up interviews near you in Des Plaines, IL, you can ask each babysitter questions about their work style and experience and you can also introduce them to your children to see who they naturally click with.

How much babysitters are paid near you in Des Plaines, IL depends on a wide variety of factors including how experienced the babysitter is, how many children require care, and the types of babysitting duties you want them to take on. Keeping all of that in mind, the average hourly rate for part-time babysitters in Des Plaines, IL is $19.07.

If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in Des Plaines, IL, you can use Care.com to make your search easier. You can review the profiles of different part-time babysitters until you find one who has the experience you’re looking for and whose rates align with your budget.

Part-time babysitters near you in Des Plaines, IL offer a variety of services, but most focus on providing short-term care for children. Usually you hire a part-time babysitter for one-off babysitting needs such as when you’re attending a child-free wedding or have an appointment you can’t bring your children to. Part-time babysitters can help with homework, light cooking, and keeping your child entertained while you’re out of the house.

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