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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
4.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Amy! I am a graduate from North Central College & currently reside in the Northwest suburbs. I am seeking a babysitting and/or nanny position, open to full or part-time. I was a Special Education Teaching Assistant for 3 years, and worked with Preschool-2nd grade. I have also occasionally assisted with my Grandma's home...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amy was wonderful with our 2.5 year old daughter. We needed a sitter in just a few days and Amy even made time to come over the day before to meet us and go over our routine. I would definitely hire her again. My daughter said she had so much fun playing with Amy...
Amie J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jessica. Thank you for viewing my profile. I am an experienced nanny with over 8 years of experience with kids of all ages ranging from 2 years old to high school. I love nothing more than to bond and play with kids as if they were my own.
I have a Bachelors in Communications from Elmhurst College and am CPR...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is the best and our kids love her! She is very punctual and caring. She would help our kids with homework, take them to playground & after school activities. Overall she brings positive influence to our kids. Highly recommended!!!"
Vincent L.
Mimi S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Mimi. I currently attend UIC and am in my last semester of Teaching of History to become a high school teacher. I have worked on and off babysitting, lifeguarded for 2 years, and worked as a chef instructor for elementary aged kids.
Mimi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good communication on status. There were a few discipline issues...
Dorothy I.
Anna K.
Mundelein, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Agnes and I am from Poland. I have been working with children of all ages. With my first family I have been for 12 years since the baby girl was 3 months. Then I started working for another family with 2 kids. I have been with them since 8 years. Unfortunately kids are going to school and I won't be needed for...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Agnes has worked with my family for almost 8 years, I have the ultimate trust in her. My children love her, she treats them as if they were her own. She is honest, responsible and trustworthy. She's active with the kids, from daily walks and trips to the park to...
Sharon D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
since I was a teen, I have babysat and taken care of my siblings, cousins and friends babies. changed diapers, made bottles and more for children and babies aged from newborns to 13 yrs old.
Lissette can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lissette has been watching over my 2 yo from time to time. She plays and engages with my little one. Would definitely hire her again."
Karl J.
5.0
(2)
Hi parents! I'm reliable and patient and have over 8 years of experience when it comes to working with children.
Zoe can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Zoe is amazing! She has cared for our son for a couple of years now. Zoe is trustworthy and my son loves her! She is also great with our German Shepherd. Highly recommend!!"
Care member
4.8
(6)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
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...
Erika can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Erika genuinely loves children and is extremely dependable. She has always been punctual and my girls love her!"
Alana M.
5.0
(1)
I am a caregiver for seniors, adults with disabilities, and children. I am available for night shift on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. I am not available for day shift . I have excellent references, especially from the company I currently work for that I've been with for five years . I've also worked for at least a dozen families...
Dorothy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shanae is experienced, dependable, and great with kids. She has watched our son for us since he was just a few months, and now she does a great job with him (3) and our 9 month old daughter. "
Anna U.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families!
I'm so thrilled you are considering me to entrust the care of your children. I am often described as the child magnet, because kids naturally gravitate towards me at family events. I am the go-to babysitter enjoying my fun, creative and exciting spirit, while teaching and reciprocating respect, listening, and...
Carissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carissa C. was a wonderful care taker for our newborn twin girls! She recently graduated from UCLA and is now a registered nurse with an emphasis in pediatrics. We were so lucky to have found her and hired her as a night nurse from the first week the girls came...
Larissa J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate and responsible babysitter with 3. 5 years of experience caring for infants to children 12 years old. Positive role model focused on supporting the development and teaching new skills. Certified in CPR with a dedication to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all children.
Enjoys...
Stacey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Stacey is great! She is taking care of our two boys and they love her."
Kasia P.
Anda C.
Northbrook, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I am someone who loves the outdoors and believe that too much TV/video gaming is never a good thing. Playing outside, playing games and encouraging children to use their imagination is something that I am passionate about.
I am not...
Anda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Unfortunately I have missed hiring Anda by an hour, she was offered another job before I could check in with my husband. We would've loved having her! She was really sweet and seemed trustworthy. She is definitely down to earth and is not trying to sugarcoat...
Adriana C.
Livvia W.
Deerfield, IL
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Livvia, I am 22 years old. I have worked with many family's for date nights & a private sitter for newborn- 12yr., Ive been an after school sitter and worked for the local park districts after school program kids kindergarten-5th grade in the past. I do enjoy working for a family and caring for their kids on a more...
Livvia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Livvia has been a joy to have in our home watching our 1 and 4 year old kids. She's very attentive to our little one, follows directions without having to ask or remind her, and when she has a question, she asks! Our little one doesn't take to new people easily and...
Christopher A.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Marina. Working with newborns and children has always come naturally to me. I've worked with many families both long and short term and have 15 years of experience. I am a calm, caring, attentive and creative. I am a lifelong artist and use those creative skills daily. I feel families have an easy time trusting me...
Marina can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Marina has worked with us for just about a year and we absolutely adore her. Marina has a kind, gentle energy and it was clear from the beginning that she is a natural working with little ones- our little guy absolutely lights up when he sees her. She goes above...
Danielle A.
Danielle S.
Lake Zurich, IL
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a senior at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I have been a babysitter/nanny for 8 years now, with kids ranging from ages 1-13. I love the outdoors, exercising, games, and creating meaningful relationships with those I care for. I am responsible, dependable, and timely, and I make it a priority that the kids I'm caring...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Danielle is the absolute best! She became part of our family. She was always on time, reliable, happy and very playful with the kids. One of my kids has mild special needs and requires someone with a lot of patience, and Danielle was always so patient and kind with...
Cindy R.
5.0
(1)
Growing up in a kid full area I was babysitting by the age of 12 and have continued all the way into my 30's! I can't turn down the opportunity to spend some time with some kids. I have tons of experience and would love to help you out!
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Jessica is AMAZING!! She is so caring and loving. Jessica treats your child like her own. Very creative and does great craft ideas for the kids. Keeps them busy and now many years later my twin boys who are teenagers still call her " Auntie Jessie". "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have 2-3 years of experience babysitting young children. I can provide carpooling, housekeeping, laundry, help with online schooling, crafts, and provide a fun experience for your children! I am in college currently studying to become a nurse, so helping out anyone and everyone is what I love to do!
Addison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We've used Addi as a babysitter for our kids for the last 4 years. She was the first non-family member we left our first child with at only a few months old. After finding out our first son had special needs, we still relied on her to watch him and she has always...
Dana S.
Mia M.
Libertyville, IL
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have been babysitting since I was in 6th grade. I have also worked in a daycare (specifically the infant room), worked at a special needs summer camp, and have taken many child education courses at college. I am a self designed major at Carthage, however I have completed 3 years worth of education classes. I love...
Mia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mia is amazing!! She is great with kids of all ages (mine are 3, 8, 11). She always finds fun activities for each kid. Mia is punctual, responsible, and reliable. The kids always have a great time with her and request her as a sitter. Mia is a joy and I...
Jess P.
Suzie N.
Arlington Heights, IL
$29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Or Nanny Available Full Or Part-Time
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving mother of 2 grow daughter's ages 29 and 25. I was a stay at home mother with them until my youngest was in 8th grade. During my time raising my girls. I also watched others children. I am experienced with all ages. Kids are my passion and love being around them. I am very active with them to make sure they have a...
Suzie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I would highly recommend Susie. She was a Nannie to both my children, and they loved her. She was very responsible and was always on time, and was very dependable as well. "
Kimberly C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Shyla. I have years of experience as a nanny and a part-time babysitter. I have worked with ages from as young as 1 month and as old as 12. I have helped prepare kids for their first years of school. I also have been a tutor for older children and I am comfortable helping with online learning.
Shyla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"We hired Shyla to watch our two kiddos with short notice. She was very responsive, reliable, and easy to communicate with. She jumped right in and immediately engaged. Followed all written instructions, has a very calm demeanor and was patient with my rambunctious...
Amanda H.
Janesha L.
Vernon Hills, IL
$25-27/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with 18 years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the development and growth of children. My patient and creative approach, coupled with my friendly demeanor, allows me to connect with children of all ages. I believe in open communication with parents and provide regular updates on their...
Janesha can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nesha is an excellent caregiver. She is especially great with supporting our child’s development and teaching him habits, fostering his independence. She works excellent with him on multiple exercises important for his growth. Also, she is very good with taking...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Buffalo Grove, IL
Amy W.
5.0
Amy did an exceptional job with our shy, sensitive child who is still adjusting to having a babysitter. This was the first time we had someone else stay with her after her bedtime. She has a calm stable presence that was just what our daughter needed. Our little lady woke up crying for us and Amy...
- Brian T.
Jessica D.
5.0
She is the best and our kids love her! She is very punctual and caring. She would help our kids with homework, take them to playground & after school activities. Overall she brings positive influence to our kids. Highly recommended!!!
- Vincent L.
Mimi S.
5.0
We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good communication on status. There were a few discipline issues with the kids and she handled them...
- Dorothy I.
Anna K.
5.0
Agnes worked for me for 12 years as a nanny . She was always on time never called in sick .
Agnes is a wonderful person and so dependable, really there is not one better I would trust my children with .
- Sandy E.
Lissette H.
5.0
Lissette has been watching over my 2 yo from time to time. She plays and engages with my little one. Would definitely hire her again.
- Karl J.
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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.