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Elizabeth C.

Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny/House Manager Available

Island Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have been working as a caregiver in some fashion most of my life. I began watching children towards the end of grade school and continued babysitting until I graduated from high school. Shortly after graduation I earned a diploma as a medical assistant and went to work for a pediatrician. I supported myself in college working...

Deborah Q. says "Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive, resourceful and...

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Natalie A.

Full-Time To Part-Time Caregiver Available

Island Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 31 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old. I love kids! I am the oldest of three and have plenty of experience taking care of children. I am extremely family oriented. I am looking for a special family that I can babysit part time and/or occasionally for. I look forward to meeting you!

Care Member says "Nathalie is an amazing sitter! She is definitely the favorite in our house. She is reliable and very engaging. Nathalie always brings crafts or games to...

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Gretchel F.

Kind Hearted Woman

Island Lake, IL

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am certified Nursing assistance. I have experienced taking care of seniors, but at the same time I love taking care of a children. I have experienced as nanny for 2 years as my part time job. I'm kind hearted, loving, patience, trustworthy, and energetic woman. I will treat your children as my own. You don't regret hiring me...
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Lori T.

Part Time Caregiver Available

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a positive and fun Nanny. Responsible and very perceptive. I have raised 4 children of my own! Now celebrating the birth of grandchild no 3! Have cared for children with special needs. I also provided care for 2 cancer victims. I raised a niece from newborn til age 6! Provided before and after school care for 6 years. I am...

R L. says "Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily taking our daughter to...

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Sydni S.

Looking For Childcare Opportunities

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Sydni and I am 27 years old and graduated from Dundee Crown high school where I have taken Child Care and Development as well as Parenting classes over those 3 years. I am also CPR certified. I currently have my child Development associates certificate. I have been babysitting/caring for children since 2012....

Elizabeth J. says "Sydni has a great personality and loves working with kids! She's a wonderful nanny/teacher and kids love her! She's responsible, caring, nurturing, and...

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Lori S.

Part-time Child Care

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
During the 2024/2025 school year, I had the pleasure of caring for two wonderful boys after school. I am sad, but happy for them that they will be enjoying their summer at camp.

Alison S. says "Lori has great experience working in both childcare and teaching various skills to children. She would have been the perfect fit for us but we ultimately...

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Ashley R.

Part-Time Nanny

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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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Jennifer M.

Part-time, Evenings And/Or Weekend Care Giver

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Available for Weekends and after 5:30 only. I travel for my day job , so I cannot commit to a set schedule. But I love animals and kids, so hopefully I can help you with your family's needs. I have many years of experience caring for all ages of children. I have two sons, aged 37 and 27, as well as 2 granddaughters, aged 12 and...

Jessica D. says "For years, Jennifer has been a god send to our family. We have relied on Jen to walk, check in, and dog sit our Italian Greyhound Canti. Jennifer is a...

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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
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Ana M.

Part-Time Nanny Available

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi there! I'm Ana, and I bring over 20 years of experience caring for young children. Most recently, I had the privilege of looking after a 15-year-old boy from the time he was just 5 months old, as well as his 12-year-old sister. It was such a joy to be involved in their lives and to watch them grow, learn, and reach new...

Jessica K. says "Ana has been a nanny for our son since 2010 (started when he was 6 months) and now cares for both our children (daughter is 18 months, son is now 4 1/2)....

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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
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Lianping C.

Barrington, IL

from
$17/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I do well around children and pets, have experience babysitting, and taking care of seniors. I am willing to work one-time or part-time jobs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays weekly.
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Megan L.

Algonquin, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm passionate about nurturing and caring for children and people of all ages. I have three years of experience as a part time nanny. My patient and calm nature allows me to connect with children (and adults), while my creativity and imagination fuel fun and engaging activities. A great day of childcare includes outdoor sports...
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Paula F.

Algonquin, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello. I am a retired Child Development & Montessori Teacher/Director (Birth-Kindergarten) of 30+ yrs. I also have been a Nanny/Household Manager for the past 9 years. I LOVE CHILDREN! I am kind, patient, calm, fun, loving, and will help foster your child's development. I'm looking for a part-time, occasional, or a as needed...
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Emily S.

Grayslake, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm Emily, and I've been caring for children of all ages for over 10 years. I'm experienced with everything from infants to school-aged kids - including twins and larger sibling groups. I love creating fun, engaging activities like crafts and games, and I'm also happy to help with homework, meal prep, and keeping things...
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Yazmin M.

Part-time Sitter Available

Mundelein, IL

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I have babysat children of ages 1months to 10-year-olds. I enjoy communicating with them as well as playing games. I have helped them out with homework and always made sure I do as their parents have instructed me to. Good with some housekeeping chores.
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Samantha S.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Nanny/Sitter -- Animal Lover Too!

McHenry, IL

from
$14/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I'm a perfect choice for you if you are looking for a punctual, energetic, silly and patient woman who enjoys showing up to care for children and your home. The ages I've taken care of range from tiny newborns to all ages of Elementary School and preteens 10 to 15 years old. I take care of children the way the parents prefer;...
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Emma P.

Cary, IL

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 4 years of experience total between 3 years working at a before and after school program, 3 summers working as a day camp counselor, and nannying for a family with 2 boys (age 6) during the Covid lockdown in 2020. I was also a nanny for two boys (ages 6 and 8) summer 2023 and a part time babysitter during the 23-24 school...
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Abby W.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

McHenry, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am looking to find a part time nanny job while I go to school at DePaul University in the fall. I am interested in art, history, and music. I have been babysitting for about five years. My first nannying job was when I was 16 years old, I watched 7-year-old twins, a boy and a girl, for the summer. I am currently 18 years old...
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Arlene H.

Cary, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I love children. I've raised 3 wonderful, caring adults. Ages 33, 31, 21. I nanny part-time for two children ages 3. 5 and 1. I am available 2-3 days a week. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. I have been a Girl Scout leader, volunteered countless hours at grade schools and was a supervisor in a after school program.
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  • 60 part time child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.33/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time child care is 4.5

Recent part time child care reviews from local parents in Island Lake, IL

Part Time Child Care in Island Lake, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care

Elizabeth C.

Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive,...

- Deborah Q.

Natalie A.

Nathalie is an amazing sitter! She is definitely the favorite in our house. She is reliable and very engaging. Nathalie always brings crafts...

- Care member

Lori T.

Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily...

- R L.

FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Island Lake, 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 $18.33.

To safely hire part time child care near you in Island Lake, 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 Island Lake, 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 Island Lake, 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 Island Lake, IL who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.

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