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Cecily B.

Fun-loving, Crafty, Part-time Sitter

Elmhurst, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 4 years of babysitting experience. I love arts and crafts, and I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation. I do not have a car, but I can Uber to and from location, and I am willing to walk as well, if within walking distance. Rates are negotiable, but hours are not; my class schedule is not...
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Gabriella R.

College Student / Part-time Daycare Supervisor; Looking For Temporary Jobs

Elmhurst, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm a sophomore at Elmhurst University where I study art, and I work part-time at FFC Kids Club (daycare). I've been babysitting and nannying for several years, and I've previously worked as a supervisor for after-enrichment programs at elementary schools. I'm mostly looking for temporary or one-time jobs, but open to long-term.
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Alexis B.

Part-time Care Giver

Elmhurst, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi there! My name is Lexi, and I've been caring for children in Elmhurst, IL, for over 16 years. I have experience babysitting kids ranging from infants to teens, and I absolutely love spending time with kids of all ages. I am a local hairstylist and also a cheerleading coach at York High School. With that, I am CPR certified as...
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Jordan S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...
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Laura T.

Part-time Nanny / Babysitter Available

Elmhurst, IL

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, Families! My name is Laura, and I love working with children! I have over two years experience working in a childcare facility, where I cared for children aged 2 months-12 years. Responsibilities included but were not limited to: -Interacting with each child on a daily basis and ensuring their safety in the classroom,...
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Amy D.

Part-Time Caregiver

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi, My name is Amy and I have worked with children of all ages. I'm educated in early childhood and have worked in schools and homes with families of four. I enjoy working on projects and helping with school work. I also have certificates in Early Childhood. I currently am taking courses to further my education in Early...

Tina S. says "My son and I were quarantined during the pandemic in Chicago. Having an 11yr old child with autism being thrown off of his routine was extremely stressful...

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Elise S.

Elise

Elmhurst, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a caring and energetic educator and have worked in a variety of roles with children in the past including nannying, tutoring, a church childcare program and my current role in an elementary school. My favorite age group is early school age but I have experience with all ages. I am looking for a part time commitment as I...
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Antonio S.

Elmhurst, IL

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$21/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi! My name is Antonio. I am looking for full time or part time opportunities. I am a triplet and I live on the Southside of Elmhurst with my family, and have been nannying for four years. I was a nanny for an 11-year-old boy in Elmhurst for over a year and a half during the pandemic. I would drive him twice a week to hockey...
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Megan H.

Experienced Nanny & Babysitter

Elmhurst, IL

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$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm Megan, an undergraduate nursing student. I have experience caring for people of all ages and abilities, and am happy to help out however I can! I am enthusiastic, patient and attentive. I've been babysitting for over seven years now and I really enjoy it! A fun fact is that I am proficient in the Chinese language! I...
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Raquel G.

Fun,creative, Responsible Nanny Who Loves To See Kids Happy.

Elmhurst, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I describe my personality as patient, loving, professional, and trustworthy. I like to work with kids because they are fun, curious, and give happiness. I like to be treated as part of the family, like I will take care of you as my own family I started working as a nanny in my 20s .. 30 years ago with families in long...
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Wellen A.

Night Nanny/Newborn Care Specialist

Elmhurst, IL

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$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a caring and responsible nanny with 6 years of experience providing nurturing care to children of all ages, from newborns to school-aged kids. Currently, I work part-time for three wonderful families, all of whom are first-time parents. I truly enjoy supporting first-time families and helping them navigate the early stages...
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Cashmear M.

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.

Marlee H. says "Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust...

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Abby R.

Part- Time Summer Babysitter

Park Ridge, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I'm Abby! I am currently a sophomore in college. I have babysat for multiple families over the past six years during the school year and summer. I have experience with children ages 2-14 years old. As well as babysitting for families, I have also worked for an after-school care program and as a summer camp counselor. I can...

Lauren J. says "Abby was a very easy going sitter! She was always on time and kept my kids safe. My two little ones can be a handful at times but it didn't seem to...

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Emily M.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Emily and I have been in childcare for about 6 years now. I have experience in housekeeping, running errands, preparing meals and activities, etc. I am CPR trained and have a vehicle. I am currently a full time student.

Allie H. says "Emily was wonderful!! She showed up on time (early) with a big smile and a positive attitude. My son is VERY picky when it comes to sitters and he adored...

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Isaly R.

Part-time Babysitter

Bensenville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
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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Kristy F.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Brookfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Kristy and I am 29 years old. I graduated from NIU in 2018 with a bachelor's degree in Communications. Since graduating, I've had the pleasure of being a senior caretaker, a full time nanny, house manager, and a house keeper. I've worked with children ranging in age from 2 to 11+. I am patient, responsible,...

Victor S. says "Kristy did a fantastic job caring for our pet dog at her place during one of our house events. She gave us updates and was attentive, so we were never...

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Nina B.

Fun Summer Sitter

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Nina. I am 21 years old, and am looking for a job as a nanny/ babysitter this summer. I am a rising senior at Marquette University this fall studying speech pathology and audiology. I love spending time with children of all ages, and grew up with three siblings so I know how to handle the chaos. The last few...

Linda F. says "She loves children. She loves playing with them. She respects all requests and boundaries and is always punctual. My kids ask for her to come back...

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Antonika T.

Part-Time Babysitting - Flexible Babysitter Available Now - Evenings And Weekends

Broadview, IL

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I have over 10+ years experience in babysitting children of all ages. I am a very reliable person. I absolutely love children and show them great attention. I am able to provide references if needed. I have excellent communication skills and very patient with children.

Care Member says "She was on time, per my request was only doing non-screen activities. She played from basketball to chess with my kid. My kid was very happy. "

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Jolanta J.

Villa Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My career of working with children began back in Lithuania where I taught Russian language and literature to students. I taught for six years. Once I moved to the USA I began teaching Lithuanian preschool children part -time. At the same time I started my career as a nanny. I have been working more than 20 years in this field...

Kimberly M. says "I am writing on behalf of Jolanta J., who has been the nanny for our two boys for almost 2 years. While we are sad to lose Jolanta, our children will be...

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Kindal C.

Experienced Nanny

Villa Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
A little bit about me: I have 6 years of babysitting and nannying experience with children of all ages and multiple children. In addition I have experience as a house manager. I enjoy going on outings, planning activities, running errands, and organizing. I am pet-friendly and have no issues walking/feeding pets as an additional...

Victoria O. says "Kindal was a great help to an emergency situation. She responded quickly and proved to be thorough, reliable and thoughtful. She was patient and kind to...

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  • 60 part time babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.09/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time babysitters is 5.0

Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Elmhurst, IL

Part Time Babysitters in Elmhurst, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed part time babysitters

Amy D.

My son and I were quarantined during the pandemic in Chicago. Having an 11yr old child with autism being thrown off of his routine was...

- Tina S.

Cashmear M.

Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I...

- Marlee H.

Abby R.

Abby was a very easy going sitter! She was always on time and kept my kids safe. My two little ones can be a handful at times but it didn't...

- Lauren J.

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

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, IL is $20.09.

If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, 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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