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60 babysitters are listed in Cary, IL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Cary, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two sons who are now 19 and 23 years old. I have been a long term resident of Crystal Lake, IL. My husband and I raised our children in Crystal Lake. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology and spent many years with a career in social services. I enjoy part time work at this stage in my life that has...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive, resourceful and simply fantastic. She is always on top of things and makes sure our house is running smoothly. She is also an...
Deborah Q.
5.0
(1)
I have ample babysitting experience 8+ years. A Care member for at least five years. Since 2019, I also became a caregiver for the elderly due to my father falling ill. I work through an agency PT. Schedule can be flexible if need be.
Whether caregiving for children or the elderly, the reward is the same. I feel fulfilment in...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Andrea worked with us for almost 2 years as a daily nanny/sitter for us. She is one of the kindest people I know. My daughter adores her, she is punctual, made meals, helped with laundry and was a delight to be around.
We were sad to see her move or else would...
Jen R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm your go-to nanny/babysitter with a heart full of patience and a knack for being nurturing and attentive. I'm not just here to watch over your little ones; I'm also happy to lend a hand with child-related household chores. From story time to snack time, I've got you covered. Let's create a fun and loving environment for...
Makaylin can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We did not get the opportunity to hire Makalyin due to a scheduling conflict (on our end, not hers). She was kind, prompt and openly communicative from the start and willing to even put in extra hours on a day she already worked for someone else to help us in a...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi! I am extremely experienced when it comes to babysitting children that range from newborns to teenagers. When I babysit, I try to get to know the children so I can learn about their interests so we can do activities together! Some of the activities that I do with the kids that I have babysat include going for walks, playing...
Adriana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Adrianna is amazing with my little guy, she does fun activities with him,takes him on walks ,gives him baths. Reads to him you name it.
We love having her watch our little guy. She Will even stay over night.
We highly recommend her."
Britany W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in Elementary Education and I have a Master's Degree in Curriculum & Instruction in 2017. I love working with kids. I have been a classroom teacher the last 6 years, teaching Kindergarten and First Grade. In college, I worked at a daycare. I usually worked with kids 4...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Emily! My youngest son, in kindergarten, was struggling to keep up with the new reading and math requirements, and Emily worked with him twice a week to help him get on track. We will be continuing to work with her this next year in first grade! "
Katherine P.
Katelyn Z.
Barrington, IL
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I have recently moved back to Lake Zurich. I have 9 years babysitting/nanny from newborn to 13-year-olds. I am friendly, caring, and loving person. I love watching children. I am willing to play any game or activity that the children want. I enjoy taking the children outside and playing any out door they like. I also enjoy pets...
Katelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Katelyn to come and watch my girls for a weekday dinner date out. She was fantastic. She is communicative and dependable. My daughters love when she comes to watch them (as I have hired her multiple times since her first visit), they get excited when...
Elizabeth M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a Mom of three adult children, married for 31 years. I have 10 years of nanny experience. I am very active & love to be outdoors. I used to work at Coventry Elementary School for 9 years. I was a playground Supervisor for 220 kids and I worked in the school office as an Administrative Assistant. I also helped out in the...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karen is a very kindhearted, caring, compassionate and trustworthy person. I've seen her interactions care taking with both children and adults. She is very attentive and nurturing it comes from within her heart; she makes everyone she meets feel so special and...
Katherine B.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Anna, 30 yrs old, live in McHenry, mom of two girls age 5yrs and 2 yrs. Experience in formal daycares and in-home care. Have worked with highly sensitive infants, autistic and special needs children, and ages from 6 weeks-14 yrs old. I am CPR and first aid trained, certification is out of date though! I am available...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ana was very kind and enjoyable to be around with my daughter. She watched her for a date night and we were very pleased. "
Paige N.
Malai C.
Dundee, IL
$25-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Malai. I have several years of nanny experience with children of all ages from newborns to tweens. I love doing arts and crafts, cooking and coming up with activities. I am part time in school online which gives me flexibility! I can assist with day to day needs such as meal prep, dinner, snack, etc....
5.0
"Malai was very kind and very professional. She was the first person to sit with my baby and I am so happy and grateful to her! If I write too good of a review she will be forever booked so I'll keep it short so I can go book her again!"
Brittany B.
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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
My name is Malgorzata. I have 15 years of experience working with children ages 0 through 15 years. I'm a patient, energetic, and hardworking person who loves working with kids. I can provide reading, singing, painting, dancing, teach kids numbers, letters, shapes, Polish language, going to the parks, library and more. I have an...
Malgorzata can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gosia was wonderful with our son from 12 weeks to 7 months. She was incredibly helpful with keeping up with household needs in addition to providing loving care to the baby. Gosia is active, kind, reliable, mature, fun and a calming influence in our home."
Devin R.
Sonia S.
Carpentersville, IL
$16-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a creative and enthusiastic babysitter with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about providing a reliable, safe, and fun environment for children to learn and play.
I always enjoy playing various games with children, including board games, puzzles, as we as educational games that...
Hi!!
I am a very reliable, dedicated and positive caretaker. I have been babysitting and watching kids since I was in 8th grade, and I am now a sophomore in college. I've grown up in a big family with lots of younger family members so the opportunity to look after little kids has been around me most of my life. I am a very...
Abigail can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Jordan D.
Crystal Lake, IL
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
My name is Jordan and I recently graduated from college with my bachelor's degree. I have been a nanny/babysitter since I was 15 years old and love it. I have my own way of transportation and looking for a full time position.
Sophia T.
Wauconda, IL
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Sophia and I am a PR professional living in Chicago. I am the second oldest in my family and have 3 younger siblings, so babysitting has always been a natural thing for me. I am available to babysit occasional nights and weekends.
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hi there! My name is Raelyn and I minored in Early Childhood Education & Special Education from Arizona State University. I've been working with children for the past 8 years as a babysitter, preschool teacher, elementary tutor, bear builder and camp director. I am CPR/First Aid certified and I have worked with children ranging...
Raelyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi all! My name is Jade and I am currently a sophomore in college and a graduate of Lake Forest Academy. I only have classes twice a week, so besides that, I am very flexible. I'm very energetic, so playing with your child/children will be easy and fun for myself as well! I have had previous babysitting jobs, volunteered during...
Jade can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Katherine G.
Dundee, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced With Childcare- Looking To Work Some Extra Hours!
Hey all! I'm the oldest of 4, so caring for others has been ingrained in me from the jump. I have spent the last 6 years running after school programs for elementary schools, running sports camps ages 5-14 and working at a high school with kids with learning disabilities. I have been babysitting since I was 10 (having younger...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hello my name is Lauren. I am 25 years old and love caring for children more than anything in the world! am a college graduate (2021) with a bachelors degree in biological sciences. Additionally, I have over 8 years of nannying experience. I am punctual, responsible, and very reliable. I have been at my current nannying job for...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cary, IL
Elizabeth C.
5.0
Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive, resourceful and simply fantastic. She is always on top of things and makes sure our house is running smoothly. She is also an excellent cook and enjoys doing...
- Deborah Q.
Andrea F.
5.0
Andrea worked with us for almost 2 years as a daily nanny/sitter for us. She is one of the kindest people I know. My daughter adores her, she is punctual, made meals, helped with laundry and was a delight to be around.
We were sad to see her move or else would still be working with her! Wonderful...
- Jen R.
Makaylin G.
5.0
Makaylin was great! She is responsive, kind and our son took to her right away. We would definitely hire her again!
- Amanda B.
Adriana S.
5.0
Adrianna is amazing with my little guy, she does fun activities with him,takes him on walks ,gives him baths. Reads to him you name it.
We love having her watch our little guy. She Will even stay over night.
We highly recommend her.
- Britany W.
Emily Z.
5.0
We love Emily! My youngest son, in kindergarten, was struggling to keep up with the new reading and math requirements, and Emily worked with him twice a week to help him get on track. We will be continuing to work with her this next year in first grade!
- Katherine P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cary, IL:
How can I find a Cary babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Cary, 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 18 babysitters in Cary, 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 Cary, IL?
The average rate for Cary, IL babysitters on Care.com is $17.78 per hour as of November 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 Cary, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cary, 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 Cary, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Cary, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.