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Jamie G.

Part-Time Evenings/Weekends Or Early Morning

Gurnee, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I worked in a child welfare and as a child/family therapist for 27 plus years. I am looking for some extra income and I love working with children, seniors and pets. I am available at any time/day, as I have no plans to return to social work. I can be an emergency provider, as needed after meeting you and your child(ren). I have...
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Jordan H.

Nanny/ House Manager Available Part-time!

Gurnee, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi families! I've been a career nanny/ household manager for 11 years with a college background in Early Childhood Education. I'd love to find a long term position with a family I can grow with. I look forward to hearing from you!

Katie S. says "Jordan has been a nanny for our kids for the past six months. As a photographer, I work both outside and inside the home, but mainly in the office or...

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Jori D.

Baby Sitter

Gurnee, IL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
HI, my name is Jori. I am looking for a part-time Monday - Friday short term position. I am 22 years old and have 10 plus years of experience with kids of all ages. I am responsible, outgoing, and loving. I love being outside, taking walks, going to parks, playing board games, going on adventures and love animals. I have a...
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Karina H.

Babysitter/Nanny

Gurnee, IL

from
$21/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Karina, I have been babysitting for 8 years now. I have a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and I am currently working as a school substitute. I am CPR certified and I have experience working with children from ages 2-15. I am also a part-time gymnastics coach where I coach all ages as well! I would love to find...
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Heather L.

Part Time/Full Time Nanny Or Sitter

Mundelein, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
For the past 8 and a half years I've worked at a Montessori school. 7 years as an assistant, and a year and a half as the teacher for toddlers and two's. I have my CDA and am First Aid and CPR certified. I believe that all children should be able to explore and experience their environment in their own way.

Susan B. says "Heather is great with our three young kids 3, 5, 7. Highly recommend. She helps with dishes and laundry if there is time."

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Katie M.

Part-Time Caregiver

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I am currently a 5th Grade teacher.. I have worked as a babysitter for 10 years. I have watched children that age from 1-13. I worked at the daycare at my high school for two years, ages 3-6, and even more! I love the positive environment around kids and am very patient and flexible. I am athletic, but also enjoy crafts and...

Vanessa A. says "Katie is very caring, responsible and understanding. Definitely recommend her. When she was unable to make it in because of an illness, she would provide...

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Jacquelyn M.

Caring, Organized, And Experienced Nanny For Hire!

Round Lake, IL

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My mother has always been my inspiration for safe, effective care-giving for all ages. I often admired her as she worked with Early Childhood students with tenderness and excitement. This was only my beginning to learning how to care for people's needs -- physically, mentally, and emotionally. When I turned 14, I immediately...

Care Member says "Jacquelyn is awesome! She was super great with my daughter. I heard all about the fun adventures they had and will definitely be hiring her again!"

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Meenakshi C.

Happy Go Lucky Sitter And Friendly

Lake Bluff, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
Craft assistance
I am a PART TIME TEACHER for the past 7 years. I work in 4 school districts including elementary and middle schools. I started working as a part time teacher in 2016 and continue working for the same schools till date. I have worked as a CASHIER at KOHLS before switching career as a part time teacher. I am a Happy go Lucky...

Nichole H. says "Hired to care for my 3 yo son. They hit it off right away. No issues. On time and great communication. Will use again."

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Alyssa G.

Part Time Nanny

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Alyssa. I am 23 years old and a second grade bilingual teacher! I Speak both English and Spanish. I recently graduated from Illinois State University where I studied Bilingual Elementary Education. I have lots of experience with kids, as I was a camp counselor for 3 years and have been babysitting since I was in...

Crystal Y. says "Perfect for my family. She is dependable, patient and my kids love her!"

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Latavia B.

Fun Creative Sitter

Wadsworth, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Latavia, and I'm an experienced childcare provider with six years of hands-on experience working with children of all ages. As an Assistant Teacher at multiple daycare facilities, I have developed a deep understanding of child development, emotional support, and creating a nurturing environment where kids feel...

Sarita S. says "Latavia responded to my messages quickly and did a wonderful job with my daughter. I highly recommend her services."

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Alexandria D.

Experienced And Funny College Student Nanny!

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Alexandria, and I'm a stay at home mom to a 1-year-old boy! I am hoping to find a position watching 1-2 children either at my home or yours along with my son. Prior to working in health care I worked full time as a nanny for 7 years. I mostly watched infants-toddlers/ preschool age kids, but also have watched...

Care Member says "Alex took care of our daughter for 1.5 yrs - she became part of the family and took great care of our little girl from 8 months old to 2 yrs, and our...

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Daniela A.

Part-time Babysitter/nanny Available

Waukegan, IL

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi! My name is Danni, I am 29 years old and I have been worked with children for the last 10 years. With over 10 years of experience nurturing, guiding, and educating children-as a nanny, day camp counselor, and most recently a lead teacher at Champions-I've developed a deep passion for creating warm, engaging, and supportive...

Diane S. says "She babysat for my sons for 2 months this summer, my sons absolutely love her, she was always on time and was very respectful and always managed to get my...

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Abigail G.

Caring And Loving Nanny

Antioch, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! I've been a nanny since 2018. I had my daughter December 2023. I am looking for a part time job and I want to bring my daughter with to watch your children as well. I'm also open to kids coming to my house. I have my associates degree in early childhood education, and have experience with children from 3 months old to 8...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Abby. If it was up to us we would've kept her forever. She's wonderful with children. She's patient, professional, reliable and...

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Lauren B.

Part-Time Babysitter

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! Thank you for stopping by! A little bit more about me.... I am vaccinated and looking to filI hours between 9am-2 p.m. I work before and after schooI for another family. I come from a family of 6 with an addition of 8 nieces and nephews and a daughter of my own (my daughter will not be a factor of doing my job). I have...

Nancy W. says "Lauren has been with us for just about a month now and we are extremely pleased with her care giving. Our two-year-old absolutely adores her. He tells us...

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Carina D.

Part Time Come And Go Caregiver

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I do babysitting for more than 10 years now. I take care children with the ages 4months -7years old. I do care giving too for elderly.

Care Member says "She is attentive, patient, friendly, and excellent with children. My son warmed up to her immediately."

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Nicole G.

Full Time Or Part Time Babysitter

Antioch, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been babysitting for 7 years. The children I have cared for are from 8month-old to 12-year-old. I am a reliable and a responsible person who loves working with children.
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Ashley R.

Part-Time Nanny

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am 37 living with my husband and 15yr old daughter. My husband and I have been married for 16yrs. I have been in the childcare industry for a little over 15 years. What I offer for you is: caring for your child, transportation to and from school/after school activities, cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping/general...

Alexandria S. says "I have known Ashley for almost three years now, and believe her to be a wonderful, nurturing and responsible caretaker. Her positive attitude combined...

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Rachel B.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I have experience watching children as young as just a few weeks old all the way to 13+. My responsibilities included light housework/errands, feeding, naps/bedtime, sticking to a schedule, playing/interacting, accompanying kids to parks and museums, pick-ups/drop-offs, & creating activities for the children. I am very...

Andrew K. says "I highly recommend Rachel. Our family has 3 boys - ages: 1,4,6. Rachel was is great managing the different age levels especially when it came to meal...

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Lisa H.

Part-Time Human Trainer And Wrangler ;)

Lake Villa, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! Thanks for taking time out of your schedule to look at my profile! My name is Lisa and I graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor's of Arts and Science in Theater Design and Production. During my years there, I've learned such skills as sewing, various arts and crafts methods, and managing teams of people....

Anna G. says "My three children (2, 7, 9) all adore Lisa and so do we. At the start of the school year she not only watched our 2 year old but also made sure the old two...

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Lisa S.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Lake Villa, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have two children of my own who are now 27and 25 and raising them brought such joy to my life. My son was always very rambunctious and keeping up with he and my daughter kept me very busy, which I really enjoyed! Being a stay-at-home mom was just a gratifying experience that taught me so much about life and kids, and as they...

Lexi K. says "I had to find a babysitter last minute for my 9 month old. Lisa responded right away, and offered for us to interview her as well. Being a first time mom,...

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  • 60 part time babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of October 2025

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

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

Part Time Babysitters in Gurnee, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed part time babysitters

Jordan H.

Jordan has been a nanny for our kids for the past six months. As a photographer, I work both outside and inside the home, but mainly in the...

- Katie S.

Heather L.

Heather is great with our three young kids 3, 5, 7. Highly recommend. She helps with dishes and laundry if there is time.

- Susan B.

Katie M.

Katie is very caring, responsible and understanding. Definitely recommend her. When she was unable to make it in because of an illness, she...

- Vanessa A.

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

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Gurnee, 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 Gurnee, 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 Gurnee, 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 Gurnee, IL is $19.00.

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