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60 babysitters are listed in Island Lake, IL
The average rate is $15/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Island Lake, IL
Nicole P.
Island Lake, IL
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years
4.5
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 10. I have taken care of children of all ages newborn-teenage. I have worked as a babysitter but mostly as a full time nanny/ house manager. I have experience with multiples as well as special needs. I am also CPR/first-aid certified. I do not have children of my own but do have a niece and a...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole watched my dogs for an evening, fed them, gave them some attention, and kept them safe while I was out. She asked all the right questions and was very professional. "
Care member
Rebecca B.
Island Lake, IL
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Becca and I am 23 years old. I am looking for a summer nanny position. I am available June 12 through the beginning of August and I'm very flexible! have my associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I have 3+ years experience working in 2 different childcare centers. As well as 7 years experience babysitting...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Becca was great - showed up on time, was great with our kids - will definitely use her again. "
Matthew S.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as upbeat, sweet and nice.
I like working with kids because they're so much fun and love learning all their personalities!
I'm looking for a job that is a good fit for my schedule and flexible, but stable at the same time.
I started working with kids when I was 19 years old back in the summer of...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
""Ms Jen", as my kids know her, was the primary teacher for the daycare's infant room. She instantly put us at ease with her friendly and positive nature. It's been 2 years since our youngest was in her classroom, but both kids still bring her up once or twice a...
Joseph F.
Belen H.
Island Lake, IL
$15-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My duties include but not limited: Assisting with activities of daily living, following the clients customized care plan, reminding client when to take medications, preparing meals, performing light housekeeping, offering companionship, running errands, driving or assisting clients to appointments and activities. I am a very...
Belen can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, live-in home care, dementia
Julia R.
Island Lake, IL
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been a nurse for 3 years in labor and delivery as well as outpatient pediatrics. Before that, I worked with kids as a daycare worker and summer camp counselor for 3 years. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Marisa M.
Island Lake, IL
$14-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have Been babysitting and nannying since I was 16 years old. I am Home for Christmas break and I am a senior in college my major is English with a certificate to teach so I can help with touring over break if needed. I can help with Crafts and Carpooling. If day rates work better I am flexible to work something else.
Marisa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have had dogs all my life and have taken care of them from 4 months old into adulthood. I enjoy spending time with them and making them feel loved and cared for! I can help with dog sitting, walking, and their daily care needs. If you need someone overnight, I can do that as well.
I am a college day student trying to earn some extra money for tuition, books and etc. I decided to do this by babysitting because I love kids! I have been babysitting basically my whole life since I am the oldest of my siblings, my brother is 16 and my little sister is just 3 weeks old. I have also taken care of my cousins'...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Hannah R.
Island Lake, IL
$15-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Families!!
My name is Hannah and I would love to be your nanny/babysitter!
I have tons of experience with child care and have worked with almost every age (can provide references if needed).
As for myself: I am going into my senior year at Illinois State University where I am studying Elementary Education! Outside of school...
Hi!! My name is Hannah Rusin and I am a 21-year-old college student at Illinois State University!
I have a 1-year-old boxer myself who I adopted after she was career changed from a organization I work with that trains service dogs. So in my free time I foster/train dogs that will eventually become service dogs and have a ton of...
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Afsheen J.
Mundelein, IL
$25-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Afsheen. I am looking for a babysitting job near me. I live in Mundelein. I am 46 years old and have a lot of experience with kids. I have older kids of my own and can take in any challenge with any kid. I love kids and can't wait to babysit! I can pickup and drop off kids to there destination! I am available from...
5.0
"Afsheen is so warm, kind, and responsible, and we feel very lucky to have found her. She looked after our two-year-old twins during a weeklong trip and earned our (and their) trust quickly with her loving and joyful approach to child care. She sang, danced, and...
Alex S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Experienced childcare provider seeking position as a Nanny. Licensed daycare provider for 25 years, tried another line of work, but found I greatly miss working with children! Enjoy providing creative, fun, and educational activities geared to children's interests and needs, all within a safe and warm environment. Have...
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sue was a nanny to our very active 2 and 4 year olds. She was amazing! She was great at structuring their day with outdoor time, fun games, and really cute and creative art projects. She was extremely dependable and so wonderful to work with! My husband and I often...
Ryan S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Samantha and I am a 24-year-old woman who recently completed the Certified Nursing Assistant program at Harper College.
I have previously worked in an infant room at a daycare and as a nanny. I loved working with a variety of children. When I worked with children my favorite things to do were arts and crafts. The...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Sam! She has been a part of our family since January of this year and we are more than happy with the care she brings to our children. She is reliable, hard-working and a pleasure to be around. She has cared for our baby girl since she was only 5 months old...
Heather B.
Juli A.
Barrington, IL
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Special Needs Caregiver/CNA Available Now Extra Shifts Tues Thru Friday
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 52-year-young, healthy, energetic, and outgoing Barrington resident searching for a position(s) with kind individual/family that can utilize my positive personality. I am a registered CNA with CPR certified for children, infants and adults with 12+ years of private senior care. I am presently committed to a 24/4...
Sophia D.
McHenry, IL
$10-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am interested in your care job!! I have 14 years experience taking care of children of all ages. Also special needs kids. I am CPR certified and I have taken college courses on early child development and early learning. I am very out going and have alot of energy. I love being outside, teaching, and exercising. I'm...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Sophia is great. She provides my daughter and all the other kids lots of attention and care. There are a lot of toys for all ages and her home is always clean. My daughter loves going to her house and even talks about her home after she gets home, a great indicator...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a special education teacher in Cook county. I have experience in teaching music, math, reading, writing, social studies, and science. I was a camp counselor for many years and experience with all ages of children. I am also an animal lover, I directed the barn program at a camp. I currently have a rabbit and a dog...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda was great and so helpful to my family, especially given some last minute changes we had during quarantine. She jumped right in and handled playtime, mealtime, diapering and naps with our toddler with ease!"
Sharon F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents!
I have spent 20+ years caring for children (newborns-12 years old) and am currently an elementary education teacher (kindergarten through second grade) with master's degrees in reading and curriculum design.
I spend the majority of my day with young children and am also bilingual (English and Spanish speaking)....
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Caitlin responded quickly and allowed short notice babysitting after my original sitter cancelled on me. She was punctual, courteous, and provided quality care. Would definitely rehire."
Frank G.
Iveta B.
McHenry, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hey my name is Iveta and I am a mother of a 6-year-old boy who is extremely active and has a lot of energy and I love that . I have helped with raising siblings of the ages 2 , 8 and 9. I really love kids of all ages , along with caring for your kids I'm okay with helping out with a couple of chores If needed . If they need...
Iveta can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
5.0
"After knowing Iveta for about 4 years now, I've seen how driven she is to work and provide for her son. She's always gone above and beyond to ensure his safety, health, and of course his happiness. She's very hands on and loves taking the little ones on outdoor...
Jodie H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working in child care for over 25 years. I have spent most of that time working in childcare centers but once covid happened I decided to become a nanny. It was the most rewarding change I've ever made. It was definitely more personal and it felt like I gained another family. I was a nanny for 3 wonderful boys ages...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole was a full-time nanny for my family (45 hours/week) and the biggest blessing to come into our lives. Nicole and my toddler quickly built a deep bond. She was always very active with my son while playing, they did weekly crafts together to teach different...
Mackenzie V.
Katie T.
McHenry, IL
$10-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Afternoon And Weekend Sitter Looking To Help Out With Your Kids
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as caring, helpful, friendly.
I like working with kids because they are fun and have wonderful imaginations, and I can learn from them.
I'm looking for a job that I can do after my regular job (7am-3:30pm) or on the weekends.
I started working with kids when I was in high school. I have been...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Katie was great with our Lainey. Lainey warmed up to her right away. She took great care of her. Katie sent photos daily while we were gone with updates. We appreciated that, and it allowed us to enjoy our trip without worrying about Lainey."
Sue B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Island Lake, IL
Nicole P.
5.0
Nicole has always been amazing with the kids and very helpful and accommodating! She’s been able to help us in a pinch and is so sweet!
- Care member
Rebecca B.
5.0
Becca was great - showed up on time, was great with our kids - will definitely use her again.
- Matthew S.
Jennifer A.
5.0
"Ms Jen", as my kids know her, was the primary teacher for the daycare's infant room. She instantly put us at ease with her friendly and positive nature. It's been 2 years since our youngest was in her classroom, but both kids still bring her up once or twice a week. Her patience with both young...
- Joseph F.
Afsheen J.
5.0
Afsheen is so warm, kind, and responsible, and we feel very lucky to have found her. She looked after our two-year-old twins during a weeklong trip and earned our (and their) trust quickly with her loving and joyful approach to child care. She sang, danced, and played with our boys and fed us all...
- Alex S.
Susan H.
5.0
Sue was a nanny to our very active 2 and 4 year olds. She was amazing! She was great at structuring their day with outdoor time, fun games, and really cute and creative art projects. She was extremely dependable and so wonderful to work with! My husband and I often commented to each other how much...
- Ryan S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Island Lake, IL:
How can I find a Island Lake babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Island Lake, IL can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 10 babysitters in Island Lake, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Island Lake, IL?
The average rate for Island Lake, IL babysitters on Care.com is $15.30 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Island Lake, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Island Lake, IL through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Island Lake, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Island Lake, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.