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Find babysitters in Buffalo Grove, IL that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Buffalo Grove, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Buffalo Grove, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 45 years, married and I am a mother of two (23 and 16) Non smoker woman. Currently I am working full time as assistant in a Law Office, but this position is not working anymore for me. As a babysitter I have been working for many years , from newborn to teenager. I am a mother, so I totally understand that for each parents...
Agnieszka can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Agnus has been a gift to our family!! She is warm, friendly, nurturing, and so loving to our children! Both my toddler (3) and my infant (8 months) light up when she walks through the door and miss her when she is gone! I know that when I leave, my children are in...
Lisa S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the owner of Munchkinz Day Care. I have 10 plus years of experience with children. When I was growing up, my mom had her own day care in our home and I loved every minute of it. I love being with children because everyday is something new. I love taking kids out for walks and to parks when the weather is nice out. I love...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was so sad that I had to leave Jen. They closed the business I was managing and I lived in the western suburbs. Even when I found another job closer to home, I still drove all the way to Buffalo Grove just to have Jen watch my daughter. I miss bringing my...
Molly C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two children. My son is 11 years old and my daughter is 9. I was a special education teacher who worked in Oak Forest. I worked in the district for 15 years. Having my own children and having had worked as a teacher, I am extremely flexible. I put a lot of time and care into my job and the care of my children....
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"We did not end up hiring Melissa because of other conflicts, but she was responsive and polite in our communications."
Jenn R.
Olga S.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Am Nurturing, Responsible, Thoughtful, Outgoing, And Compassionate
5.0
(2)
My name is Olga. I have more then 5 years experience of babysitter working with babies, toddlers and big kids . After a while, I has changed my career and started working at the office as a medical biller. Later one, I decided to go back to doing what I am love to do the most - working with the kids.
I am responsible,...
Olga can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
"I had an exceptional experience with our babysitter. She was incredibly attentive, patient, and caring with our child. Her warm demeanor put both us and our little one at ease. She engaged in creative activities, ensuring our child was entertained and happy. Her...
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Lan T.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$18-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, thank you for your interest in my profile. My name is Lan and I am a mother of one adult son. I have experience in babysitting small children. I am patient, kind, and trustworthy. I would like to accept a job for childcare during the week. I am available for full-time or part-time. I speak both English and Mandarin I have...
Lan can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We would highly recommend Lan. She has been taking care of our baby boy for almost one year since when he was 3-month-old. She is very punctual, patient, and careful. She takes good care of our son, follows our rules about napping and feeding, and teaches him new...
Ariel Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Erika, and I am 23 years old.
In August of 2022 I connected with a great family on Care. com and started with them in October of 2022, where I took care of their 6-month-old girl. On busy days, if the parents needed extra help I would also take care of their 3-year-old son. The family was incredibly kind, and...
Erika can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had the pleasure of having Erika as our daughter's nanny from 7 months to 18 months. Erika was incredibly reliable and always punctual. She was great with our daughter, showing immense care and responsibility. Our daughter not only learned a lot but also had so...
Jake N.
Hello! My name is Mariana, and I am passionate about providing safe childcare. I am looking for jobs over the summer only.
My goal is to create a secure and enjoyable environment for children. With 4 years of experience, I have developed a deep understanding of children's needs and behaviors.
Parents often describe me as...
Mariana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 34 years old and I live in Buffalo Grove, IL. I love kids. I have 10 years experience with children, ages 2 to 14. I am very friendly, active, reliable, and mature. While I watch your kids, I can tidy your house and do some cooking.
Nataliya can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Ilona M.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring Nanny, Babysitter, After School Care, Mother's Helper, Certified Educator
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My Name is Ilona and I am grateful for being interested in viewing my profile. I have many years of professional teaching, tutoring and nanny experience. I love working with kids of different ages and I always love learning new things. I can write and speak in five languages and I have earned two Associate Degrees in Arts...
Ilona can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Tess M.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have worked with children in a variety of settings, from babysitting to being a role model as a camp counselor. I have worked with children since I was 16 years of age, and have always thought of myself as a good role model for many of them. I attended college at Michigan State University and obtained my degree in advertising....
Tess can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Wiwantanee L.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, l'm from Thailand I work babysitter for 4 year. I live in Buffalo grove with my son and my husband, I love to work with children I can play with kids all day, if you like to know me more . Please contact me.
Thank you!
Wiwantanee can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Rachel S.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$34-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with a deep-rooted passion for nurturing the growth and development of children. Throughout my 15 years of experience, I've honed my skills in caring for kids of various ages, from infants to preteens.
I believe in fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, play, and...
Hi! I am a learning behavior specialist at a special education school. My students have a range of special qualities and differing unique needs. This is my first year as a teacher! I love my job and the enriching experiences we create together daily. I am looking to partner with a family to help meet their child's needs!
I...
Cassandra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Merrie S.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny Seeking Full Time Position With Awesome Kiddos!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former preschool teacher assistant , current nanny and mother of a beautiful 10-year-old girl. I have over 10 years of experience and absolutely adore children. I'm comfortable with newborn-high school ages. I'm experienced in children with special needs. CPR/first aid certified!
A little about me,
I love reading,...
Merrie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Nataliys C.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$25-50/hr • 16 yrs exp
Experienced And Devoted Nanny With Over 16 Years Of Experience
Experienced and Devoted Nanny with Over 16 Years of Experience
I am a professional nanny with over 16 years of experience providing exceptional care to children of various ages. My journey in childcare has been marked by deep dedication, a nurturing approach, and a commitment to creating enriching and supportive environments...
Nataliys can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Elena, and I have been a mother, teacher, and nanny for over 20 years. I have loved kids my whole life and have always enjoyed being around them and helping them grow. My whole life's work has been devoted to raising kids. After two decades, I continue to work as both a teacher and babysitter.
Elena can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nataliya C.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$26/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Over 15 Years. Looking For Full Time Long Term Care
Hello families! I'm looking for job full time nanny/ babysitter/ house manager job!
About me:
My name is Nataliya and I am 42 years old!
Patient, compassionate , responsible babysitter with 15+years of experience caring for children ages newborn to 14 years old. Skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities,...
Hello! Experienced nanny offering 9 years of experience caring for children from birth to school age, including special needs kids. A positive role model focused on the support and care of the child's development. Graduated from medical school in Ukraine with a paramedic degree where I learned how to stay calm and know how to...
Alina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Assisted lead teachers with daily lesson plans and classroom activities. Provided individualized attention to children to support their learning and development. Helped prepare learning materials and maintained a pi classroom environment. Supervised playtime and guided children in social and emotional development.
Carissa S.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$30-39/hr • 4 yrs exp
Looking For A Family To Work With Starting August 2024!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked long term with a few families over the years and have had great experiences with every family I've worked with! I'm in a different stage of life now and am currently only looking for occasional evening work. I'm the founder and CEO of an all species nonprofit animal sanctuary and have two bachelors degrees, one in...
Carissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Buffalo Grove, IL
Agnieszka G.
5.0
Agnus has been a gift to our family!! She is warm, friendly, nurturing, and so loving to our children! Both my toddler (3) and my infant (8 months) light up when she walks through the door and miss her when she is gone! I know that when I leave, my children are in the best hands. She is always on...
- Lisa S.
Jennifer Y.
5.0
I was so sad that I had to leave Jen. They closed the business I was managing and I lived in the western suburbs. Even when I found another job closer to home, I still drove all the way to Buffalo Grove just to have Jen watch my daughter. I miss bringing my daughter there and chatting with Jen...I...
- Molly C.
Melissa J.
5.0
We did not end up hiring Melissa because of other conflicts, but she was responsive and polite in our communications.
- Jenn R.
Olga S.
5.0
I had an exceptional experience with our babysitter. She was incredibly attentive, patient, and caring with our child. Her warm demeanor put both us and our little one at ease. She engaged in creative activities, ensuring our child was entertained and happy. Her responsible attitude and reliability...
- Care member
Lan T.
5.0
We would highly recommend Lan. She has been taking care of our baby boy for almost one year since when he was 3-month-old. She is very punctual, patient, and careful. She takes good care of our son, follows our rules about napping and feeding, and teaches him new things as he grows. We trust her...
- Ariel Z.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Buffalo Grove, IL:
How can I find a Buffalo Grove babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Buffalo Grove, 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 27 babysitters in Buffalo Grove, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Buffalo Grove, IL?
The average rate for Buffalo Grove, IL babysitters on Care.com is $21.52 per hour as of April 2025. 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 Buffalo Grove, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Buffalo Grove, IL through Care.com. As of 2025, 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 Buffalo Grove, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Buffalo Grove, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.