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Nina S.

La Grange, IL

3.7(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been in the childcare/caretaker field for 10 years now. I have worked both part time and full time private care jobs as well as 2 daycare centers and a Montessori school. I've honed my skills in nurturing individuals of all ages, from newborns to those with unique needs, particularly within the autism spectrum. Raised in...

Aaron J. says "We hired Nina to babysit for our 4 year old on four separate weekdays of varying hours. She was always on time and did a lot of fun stuff with our son!...

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Meghan F.

Part-time Or Full-time Caregiver

Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'm 25 years old . I've been nannying fulltime for 7 years for families with kids ages infant-11 yrs. I've also been babysitting since I was 12. I adore kids and love taking care of them. I love to take the kids to parks, go for walks, puzzles, crafts etc.. my rate is $24-$30/hr depending on how many kids and the other...

Kimberly L. says "Meghan has been a part-time nanny for our family for the past 8 months. She is LOVELY! She's a very reliable, responsible, and kind person. My daughter...

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Jowita D.

Nanny/Babysitter Available

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am an experienced nanny and have been providing care for over 15 years for multiple families. I have worked with children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I have also experience with twins, preemies and kids with allergies. I love to spend my time with children, playing with them, reading to them, making arts...

Katie D. says "Jowita nannied for my family for nearly 3 years. My three kids adored her. Jowita was always on time, never called in sick, loving and took my kids to...

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Demetra T.

Fun Loving Part Time Sitter

Hinsdale, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Demetra and I am able to fulfill any part-time childcare needs during both weekdays and weekends. I have three years of experience in childcare with toddler and elementary-age children. I am able to change diapers, perform light housekeeping tasks, assist with homework, and drive if necessary. I speak French and...
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Virginija K.

Full Or Part Time Caregiver Available

Downers Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I love children. I have worked with children of all ages. My experience is over 16 years. I am loving mother of one 32-year-old daughter. The kids I watched were range from 4 months old to 17 years old. Job duties included but not limited to: diaper change, driving, meal preparation and feeding, educational activities, help with...

Katya K. says "Virginia has been very responsive, punctual, and reliable. I felt very safe leaving my kids with her. She engaged kids in games, crafts, spent time...

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Irna L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello there! I'm a 22-year-old part time student. Over the years I've achieved my experience with kids as a part time assistant at a home daycare. I also have watched over my nieces from the young age of 1. I have been in care of children ranging from 8months-13yrs. I am a firm believer that kids are our future and we have so...
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Angelia S.

High School Graduate As Of June 2017, To Attend Elmhurst College For Early Childhood Education.

Wood Dale, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Travel
I am looking to locally babysit/nanny for the occasional date nights. I am also available Full-Time for this summer vacation. I have excellent references. I graduated From Lake Park High school in Roselle, part of high Honor Society, with perfect attendance! I currently live is Wood Dale. I have Nannied for several families. I...

Anna F. says "Angelia is great with children. You can be at ease to leave your little one with her. My son loves being with her."

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Grazyna A.

Part-Time Babysitter, Responsible, Honest And Trustworthy

Berwyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am 53 years old. I raised 2 children, so I have a lot of experience with small kids and teenagers. I have a Bachelor's degree in history from a well-known university in Poland. I prefer that kids don't watch TV or play computer games too much. I think that more educational experience, like reading, studying history, geography,...

Karina M. says "Grace was helping us with our 1.5 year toddler part time when our second baby was just born, and we also contact Grace when we need a backup! She did an...

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Kotche A.

Full Or Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Elmwood Park, IL

4.2(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Kotche, am a French speaking woman and English is my second language. I currently work part-time with a family that has a 5-month-old, and sometimes I babysit on weekends for a 4-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl. My work experience has always been evolved around people. From hairdresser to caregiver. I am...

Danny S. says "Kotchema nannied for our family and we can not say enough wonderful things about her! She cares for our son as if he were her own child, the care is truly...

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Heather S.

All Around Caregiver

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
I can't imagine ever not working with children. Watching and being a part of a young child's growth and development is amazing! I have been working with children since I was a child myself. I went to college while working full-time for a degree in Early Childhood education and earned my Montessori AMS certification in 2016. My...

Anne R. says "Heather is a fantastic person to have watching your child. She responds to e-mails quickly, and showed up for our appointments at the exact time specified....

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Trinity W.

College Student Part-Time

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hi! My name is Trinity and I am a 23-year-old college student in her last year of school. I started babysitting my twin siblings (boy and girl) at age 13 for short amounts of time. Most recently I worked at a daycare both during the summer and school year working with children ranging from ages infants to 6 years old along with...

Gaudy S. says "My baby was so comfortable with her. Thank you."

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Catherine L.

Downers Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
I have over 15 years of babysitting experience and work part time at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in the Well Baby Unit and NICU performing infant hearing screens. Spending time with the babies is priceless. I have raised two children of my own and just really enjoy being with kids! I love to play indoor and outdoor come...

Kelley D. says "She stepped in last minute when I had a sitter cancel, and we've had her back many times since; my kids love her!!!"

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Erin S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am an elementary school speech therapist and love what I do! I have experience babysitting children between the ages of newborn - 15 years old. I enjoy babysitting because I love interacting with kids and have been told by previous employers that I am someone they trust. Please reach out with any date night or weekend...

Lori C. says "Erin was fabulous. She was just what I needed for after school care for my four kids. She got everyone where they needed to be on time and everyone was...

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Yecenia D.

Part-Time Caregiver

Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a 28-year-old female college student. I have been babysitting since a very young age for siblings and family members, and at the age of 16 outside of my home. I truly am passionate about caring for children, it is in my nature to ensure their needs and safety as well. My care experience age range is from newborns to...

Nicole B. says "If I could give Yecenia a million stars I would! She is so sweet and so knowledgeable. She has been watching our 14 month old since she was 3 months and...

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Rachele S.

Fun And Nurturing Part Time Nanny

Berwyn, IL

4.6(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Rachele! I'm 30 years old and I live in Berwyn. I am a very kind, compassionate, and nurturing person who loves children. I like to stay active with kids doing anything fun and interactive, while also keeping them safe. I have been a nanny for over 10 years now and have taken care of children as young as newborns to...

Millie K. says "Met with Rachele for care for our little guy. She was on time and came to meet us after a long day for her. We are very excited to have her start with us....

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Indre J.

Experienced Westmont Babysitter Available Part/Full-Time

Westmont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I enjoy taking care of children. I am passionate, energetic, honest, dependable, attentive, well organized. I have my own transportation, non smoker, like pets. I have the opportunity to take care of your child at my home as well.

Care Member says "Indre is a very caring, creative, and responsible person. She is passionate, knowledgeable and skilled in taking excellent care of people. We are most...

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Darlene G.

Child Care

Bloomingdale, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
I have three kids myself they are all grown. I'm a Fitness Instructor, part time. I worked at my kids' school as a Monitor and lunch mother. Now that my kids are grown I have the time to help out a Family in Need .

Sarah W. says "Darlene was a wonderful nanny to my three kids ages 2, 4 and 6. She was ALWAYS on time! Besides being dependable, she is also a great communicator,...

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Leyla C.

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hello, My name is Leyla. I am looking for a long-term, full-time or part time position. I have over 20 years of experience. My passion is children. I am very patient, loving, and love playing, singing, dancing, painting, and drawing with them, treating them as if they were my own. I work with children of all ages, from 3 months...

Anna R. says "Leyla has been with us since my daughter L was about 5 months old. Lillian is now 4 and has a younger brother H who is 2. To say that Leyla is a vital part...

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Nereida G.

Full-Time/Part-Time Babysitter

Berwyn, IL

4.3(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
My experience in childcare includes over three years at a licensed daycare facility with children aging from infant to 12 years. I have been a nanny for over 20+ years caring for infants to 9-year-olds in private homes. I have 12 nieces/nephews ranging in ages 3 months to 21 years old, so I can handle any situation presented...

Care Member says "Nena was our nanny for the first year of each of our 3 kids’ lives. She always had a gentle touch, a sweet and loving demeanor, and was very respectful...

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Andrea L.

Nanny In Willowbrook

Downers Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Andrea and l have 12 years of experience in babysitting kids of all ages. I live in Downers Grove and l am looking for a part or full -time job. l am very active... love going to ZOO, playgrounds, swimming, library. Willing to help with cooking, light cleaning, laundry. Clean driving record and backround check.

Erica M. says "Andrea was a wonderful help to our family in a time of need. We hired her for a temporary position during the most stressful time of our lives, losing our...

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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

Nina S.

We hired Nina to babysit for our 4 year old on four separate weekdays of varying hours. She was always on time and did a lot of fun stuff...

- Aaron J.

Meghan F.

Meghan has been a part-time nanny for our family for the past 8 months. She is LOVELY! She's a very reliable, responsible, and kind person....

- Kimberly L.

Jowita D.

Jowita nannied for my family for nearly 3 years. My three kids adored her. Jowita was always on time, never called in sick, loving and took...

- Katie D.

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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