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Maddie L.

Part-Time Babysitter - College Student With Childcare Background

Highland Park, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Hi! I'm Maddie. I am a rising junior in college studying Biology on the pre-med track, and I'm looking for a part-time babysitting position this summer and during school breaks. I started babysitting at a young age, first caring for my nieces and nephews, then expanding to neighbors, teachers, and families they referred me to....
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Elena B.

Experienced Babysitter

Highland Park, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mom of 2 children myself. I am currently working part time as a CNA for over 17 years, with people with mild disabilities. I have been caring for children for my friends for over 10 years.
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Micaela A.

nanny

Highland Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi families! I'm Mica, 27 and currently living in Highland Park. I have 10+ years of experience caring for children from 3 months to 10 years old. I started working as a summer nanny at 16, then spent a year as an au pair and worked as a full-time nanny afterward. I'm fluent in English and Spanish, and I love creating a fun,...
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Maddie F.

Part-time Caregiver, Pets

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm currently working as a registered behavioral technician for kids with Autism. And I would love to help out any family that I can in my spare time. I am also CPR certified! My pictures are from working with kiddos in clinics

Elizabeth L. says "She watched our two boys and dog outside of care.com. She was a great asset to our family and was very active with the kids. She is attentive and...

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Ella V.

Glencoe, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
My name is Ella. Looking for a position as a nanny. I was a full-time nanny and a part-time babysitter for 15 years. I love to read, play games, go on all kinds of outings with the children, and help with homework and more. I am a very caring, warm, and fun-loving child care provider and have a wide range of child care...

Care Member says "Ella is great with children and babies. She is very helpful and a kind person. She is experienced from bathing, feeding, changing diapers, doing...

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Megan L.

Mother Of Two Grown Girls

Winnetka, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I am a relatively younger retired executive that has raised 2 girls. I am healthy and active. I am looking for a a part time opportunity.

Care Member says "She is great! So easy to trust her with our 2 month old."

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Elena Z.

Experienced And Friendly Babysitter Available Part-time

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I've been working with children of different ages and abilities for the last 14 years. I feel very comfortable and confident in this role and throughout the years developed strong bonds with families where I had the privilege to work. I am a mother to an adult daughter and I started working with children back in Russia where I...

Care Member says "I am pleased to write this letter of recommendation for Elena. Elena has been caring for my 94-year-old mother-in law who had dementia and other...

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Julie D.

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a mom with 17+ years of experience, I have two teenagers. Both opposite traits, one with special needs socially and emotionally and one that is an honors student and gymnast. I adore all infants and toddlers. Currently, I work for 2 families part time. I am available on Fridays and some weekends.

Care Member says "Julie worked for us for 6 months and she was fabulous with our 1 year old son. He would always get excited to see her. She did a great job teaching him...

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Grace K.

Full Time, Part Time, After School

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
My name is Grace K. I have many years of experience with children. I have two kids of my own; all grown up. I like to spend time with kids and would like to assist parents with their needs.

Korinne M. says "We hired Grace for a short term nanny position for my son. She watched him from 3 months to 6 months old until he was ready for daycare. She helped us...

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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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Virgen T.

Full/Part-Time Caregiver Available

Morton Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello, I have been in child care many years. I have great references and I am very reliable. I love working with children. I understand that you will be trusting me with with your most cherished possession. I will do my best to meet your needs as well as your child. I am very easygoing and love animals. I do not mind rolling up...

Jassen L. says "She is an ANGEL! Even after my daughter grew and Virgen's services were no longer needed, we still see her on a regular basis and she, and her family,...

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Shana G.

All About Me

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Heather S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available.

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Heather and I am a 51-year-old mom of 3 kids ages 28, 25 & 22 I have a BA in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in reading. I taught Pre-school and Kindergarten years ago but then stopped to raise my family. I currently (and for the past 11 years) have been a teaching assistant at a local elementary school in...

Megan D. says "Heather is truly fantastic and we were sad when our schedule changed and we couldn't keep her. Our boys loved being with Heather and look forward to more...

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Erika V.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Wheeling, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of kids basically my whole life. I am the oldest of 14 grandchildren and have always enjoyed being around kids. I have been babysitting for over 15 years for kids of all ages. The ages of the children range from newborn up to 16 years old. I'm comfortable taking care of up to four children at one time...

Christine Q. says "Erika is a smart, dependable, caring individual. What struck me most was how professional she was! She asked pertinent questions about how to provide...

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Rebecca S.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Rebecca! I am currently a 1st grade teacher at an elementary school! In previous years I have taught Kindergarten and 3rd grade. I have my degree in Elementary Education (Birth-grade 6). I have worked with children from birth-12. I have tons of experience with kids through teaching, and nannying as well as...

Stephanie D. says "Rebecca was great with our two boys (21 months and 5 years old). When we came back home, the younger one was happily snuggling with her while my older...

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Abraham G.

Part-time Babysitter And Role model

Morton Grove, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Yes, males can be baby sitters as well. I've worked with youth and teens almost every year since graduating high school. During my undergrad college years I was the babysitter for all 5 of one of my professors kids, age ranged from 2-16. I also house-sat when they were gone for the summers. I graduated with my masters in...
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Victoria J.

Part-time Babysitter

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 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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Sarah K.

Part-time Tutor Available

Lincolnshire, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
I enjoy working with children. I have worked with them for about two years, where I helped teach, watch over them and provide what they needed to be comfortable. I believe that from my experiences, I have learned to be patient and able to relate with them very well.

Megan C. says "I was nervous to try Care.com, but when Sarah showed up - it was so great and all worries went away! Sarah is wonderful to work with and my son...

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Tenzin C.

Fun and Playful Babysitter

Wilmette, IL

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
Hello my name is Tenzin. I have 15 years of experiences and four references. I am looking for a full or part-time child care opportunity. I am truly passionate about caring for children and feel privileged to play a role in their lives as they grow and thrive. I have worked for four families, and also I look after my nieces,...

Care Member says "We had the pleasure of having Tenzin as our nanny for four wonderful years. She cared for our three young children from newborn to age five with...

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Susan P.

Mature Nanny / Babysitter Looking For Full Or Part-Time Work

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Below you'll find a brief synopsis of my interests, education and experience. I enjoy all different kinds of sports, reading, riding my bike, and swimming. I started babysitting when I was 10 years old. I have worked in two day care centers while in college, worked as a nanny and in a daycare and and continued to babysit for...

Michelle M. says "Susie was extremely personable and warm. She had great experience with children, was honest and open and was SO responsive to my emails. She even helped...

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  • 60 part time child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.67/hr as of December 2025

Recent part time child care reviews from local parents in Highland Park, IL

Part Time Child Care in Highland Park, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care

Maddie F.

She watched our two boys and dog outside of care.com. She was a great asset to our family and was very active with the kids. She is...

- Elizabeth L.

Ella V.

Ella is great with children and babies. She is very helpful and a kind person. She is experienced from bathing, feeding, changing diapers,...

- Care member

Megan L.

She is great! So easy to trust her with our 2 month old.

- Care member

FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Highland Park, IL

Every caregiver on Care.com chooses their own hourly rate and because of this, part time child care rates can vary based on factors like how experienced the caregiver is, where you live, and how many children require care. That being said, the average hourly rate for part time child care providers near you in IL is $16.67.

To safely hire part time child care near you in Highland Park, IL, there are a few steps we strongly recommend you take to learn more about the candidates you are considering hiring. To start, you can run a private background check. You can also interview candidates and can request references from former employers. While we do request that all Care.com part time child care providers complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (all part time child care providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run), we do recommend doing your own due diligence.

The neat part about Care.com, is you can review many different caregiver profiles until you find a part time child care provider near you in Highland Park, IL who can meet your family’s needs. Each caregiver lists the responsibilities they feel comfortable helping with on their Care.com profile and you can conduct interviews to learn more about the exact responsibilities they can help you out with.

When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Highland Park, IL, you can ask them about their work experience, can inquire as to what caregiving responsibilities they can help with, and can ask them how they would handle certain situations. For example, if your child struggles with homework time, you can ask them how they would handle situations like your child refusing to do their homework.

You can interview a few different child care providers until you find one who can provide you with the part time child care you need for however many hours you require. You can set the hours and can find someone whose schedules line up with yours. There are 3 part time child care providers near you in Highland Park, IL who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.

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