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5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am 53 years old. I raised 2 children, so I have a lot of experience with small kids and teenagers. I have a Bachelor's degree in history from a well-known university in Poland. I prefer that kids don't watch TV or play computer games too much. I think that more educational experience, like reading, studying history, geography,...
Grazyna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grazyna -- she was always Grace to us -- was an amazing babysitter for my son. She started caring for him on a part time basis when he was 2.5 years old. She was with us through his kindergarten year. What I most appreciate about Grace was the love she showed my...
Teresa S.
Sonia C.
Brookfield, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Since I was a teenager I have cared for children. I have worked for summer day camps and cared for children as a nanny/babysitter and I have also worked as a teacher's assistant at Montessori. I am a mother of four beautiful children. Being a mother, I know the dedicated care that children need.
Sonia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Sonia is an amazing nanny who has been with our family for almost 1.5 years (started when son was 8 months). She is always on time and gives advanced notice when she needs time off. My husband and I work partially from home and we always hear her laughing and...
Christina K.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Eileen and I'd love to help!. I've been a caregiver/ nanny for 25+years and I LOVE IT!! I have CPR and first aid training. I'm a mom of 3 magnificent individuals! I've taken care of children of all ages, siblings(3+), and children with disabilities. I can do date nights, occasional overnights and last minute...
Eileen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I had the pleasure of having Eileen as our nanny for just over a year, and I cannot speak highly enough of her exceptional care and dedication. From the moment she joined our family when my twins were 7 months old, it was evident that she poured her heart into her...
Magdalena S.
Megan M.
Brookfield, IL
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate of Loras College with a degree in Elementary Education and a focus on early childhood. I am passionate about working with children & families and love to watch kids flourish.
I taught preschool for 5 years and have been a nanny for the last 3 years. With the child starting full day school in the fall, I...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Megan helps us on occasion with our five month old daughter. Our daughter loves her and Megan is quickly becoming part of the family. Megan is always on time and excited to see us. She does a wonderful job plying and interacting with our daughter and is incredibly...
Leah K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very fun, energetic, and patient sitter who has been babysitting for the past 6 years. I originally got certified as a babysitter at the age of 13. Along with this I have been employed at Lifetime Fitness - Orland Park as a Kids Activities team member since 2018. With this job I work with children ages 3 mo -12 and am...
Sierra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sierra is mature, level headed, friendly and responsible. She watched our 3 children (5th grader and twin 1st graders), who have various temperaments of their own, and Sierra did an excellent job in finding ways to entertain and also give them their individual...
Andrea P.
Susie B.
Chicago, IL
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature, Educated (University Graduate) and Nurturing Mother Who Loves Children
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving and creative person that believes in focused interaction with children to make learning fun. Great believer in early childhood learning through playful activities. I have over 10 years experience with newborns through teenagers. Reference from last employer available.
Susie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Susie cared for my 3 children for several years and has become a part of our family. She has a very warm and nurturing personality, and my children truly love her. They ask about her every day and miss her dearly!! I can highly recommend her for your childcare...
Leila S.
Darriea J.
Chicago, IL
$17-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hey, I'm Darriea You May Call Me Dee. I'm Well Rounded, Patient, And Enthusiastic.
5.0
(3)
I'd describe my personality as punctual, organized, and compatible.
I like working with kids because they're such sweet people they make my day. I learn so many valuable skills by working with kids. I'm very percipient and loving for children. My son is with family for the summer and I want to stay busy while he's gone.
I'm...
5.0
"Very thorough and professional such a beautiful young woman "
Care member
Laura P.
Palos Hills, IL
$18/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Laura. I have my degree and 20+ years in Early Childhood Education. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have been a teacher, nanny and Preschool Center Director. I started child care in my Palos Hills home in 2016. I know how impactful, personal, social and fun home care can be! Please reach out to me if you would...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We have been using Laura for a little over a year and couldn't be happier. She is flexible, reliable, communicative and we truly feel our son is safe in her home. She has an endless amount of toys and books but she also does craft projects with the kids and teaches...
Colleen M.
Erin S.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a college student-athlete at Trinity College in Connecticut but I live in the south suburbs of Chicago! I am a member of the softball team at Trinity College and this will be my first summer in a very long time not filled up with travel softball. I have a very open schedule all summer and lot of experience...
5.0
"Erin was a great care giver for my 2 children. She is excited to be at work and have fun with the kids. She played with them both indoors and outdoors."
Roxane H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am an elementary school speech therapist and love what I do! I have experience babysitting children between the ages of newborn - 15 years old. I enjoy babysitting because I love interacting with kids and have been told by previous employers that I am someone they trust.
Please reach out with any date night or weekend...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erin was fabulous. She was just what I needed for after school care for my four kids. She got everyone where they needed to be on time and everyone was still smiling when I picked them up. I appreciated her responsiveness and felt she communicated with me very...
Lori C.
Gloria P.
Chicago, IL
$10-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for my nieces and nephew, whose ages range from newborn to 12 years old. I also have experience caring for family with dementia. I am working towards becoming a music therapist and I have experience caring for individuals with many different disabilities. I look forward to meeting you!
Gloria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"She spent time with our daughter, drew pics, went to the pool and watched movies. We tried to book her again for the following night but she was booked. Highly recommend. "
Chris C.
Natalia O.
Cicero, IL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Occasional Babysitter For Date Nights Or Other Late Occasions
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Natalia I'm 23 years old. I'm a college student at University of Illinois at Chicago that is studying Biochemistry. I'm currently employed at the University of Illinois at Chicago as research histologist under student employment. I'm looking for late night sitting or evening. I care and love children a lot. I'm...
Natalia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
I had been a babysitter for more than seven years and I love it! Is is great to be part of our future and very rewarding to be part of their development. I enjoy playing with them, preparing their meals, reading and taking them out to the park.
Fatima can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Fatima was an outstanding housekeeper/mother's helper. I recommend her highly."
Rana A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you."
Victoria R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Almendra O.
I am a responsible, punctual and friendly person. I have 15 years of nannying experience, from newborns to teens.
I had become very close with the families and kids where I worked for and enjoyed taking care of them. I always provide them a safe, educational and loving environment. I'm CPR and First...
Almendra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Almendra is a very warm and loving person. Even though she only spent a short time with us when I had to attend some professional training, I couldn't feel any stronger about this. I almost wish I could work outside of home in order to have Almendra around my son....
Anna T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I'm babysitting or being a nanny over 20 years. I have experience with newborns up to kids going to college. I'm looking for an active and friendly family who would like to have a nanny for a long term.
5.0
"She has been an amazing Nanny for two of my kids from birth to my kids turning 3. Very reliable, excellent with kids of all ages and CPR certified. Ingrida helped with a lot of my kids milestones. "
Care member
4.8
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Hannah I have a passion for working with kids and constructing productive activities. I have experience working with kids with autism. I've worked with newborns to teens. I'm able to care for more than 3 kids. I've worked in park districts before , day cares , churches, schools, cheer teams and more. I have...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
4.0
"Hannah care for our 10 month old. She was punctual, flexible with our scheduling and responds promptly to calls or messages."
Arin A.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
My love for children is immeasurable. I truly enjoy spending time with kids as they are not just curious but genuine, active, and find silliness everywhere. There is so much to learn from them. At a young age, I became a second mom to my siblings which grew this innate nurturing instinct that allowed me to work with/for almost...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She was great with our 3 month old daughter! She also sent updates, which was so nice!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am more than 17 years of experience as a Nanny/ Sitter in the New Jersey area. I am multi lingual English, Russian, Lithuanian . I have long term references, I worked extensively caring for , newborns, toddlers and pre-school , teenager aged children. All children are a blessing who deserve the best.
I focused and goal...
Jurate can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jurate was great - we were in town for a wedding and had an earlier sitter ghost us the week of the event, and she was able to help us out without a ton of notice. She was punctual, friendly with our boys and did everything we needed her to do to handle bedtime. We...
Taylor S.
5.0
(2)
I love children and playing with them. We can ride bikes, go to the park, go on picnics, go for icecream with your parents permission.
Maureen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maureen is reliable and dependable. She is caring and treats everyone, children and seniors alike with kindness. She has s positive attitude and is patient with others."
Jenny M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Chicago Ridge, IL
Grazyna A.
5.0
Grace was helping us with our 1.5 year toddler part time when our second baby was just born, and we also contact Grace when we need a backup! She did an amazing job for our girl, she is able to get her very interested in a play so our girl who always get dramatic when parents leave would just be so...
- Karina M.
Sonia C.
5.0
Sonia is an amazing nanny who has been with our family for almost 1.5 years (started when son was 8 months). She is always on time and gives advanced notice when she needs time off. My husband and I work partially from home and we always hear her laughing and playing games with our son. She reads...
- Christina K.
Eileen K.
5.0
Eileen was punctual. She jumped right in and cared for our 1 yo daughter like she was her own. She also did light housework while our daughter napped. I would definitely book her again
- Care member
Megan M.
5.0
Meghan was able to get my 13 month old daughter to start communicating with sign language after only three days! Her patience with children is unlimited and her desire to help the child develop is truly her differentiator. If she would move to Iowa I would have her watch my daughter every single...
- Claira K.
Sierra M.
5.0
Sierra is mature, level headed, friendly and responsible. She watched our 3 children (5th grader and twin 1st graders), who have various temperaments of their own, and Sierra did an excellent job in finding ways to entertain and also give them their individual time. Sierra follows through on...
- Andrea P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Chicago Ridge, IL:
How can I find a Chicago Ridge babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Chicago Ridge, 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 4 babysitters in Chicago Ridge, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Chicago Ridge, IL?
The average rate for Chicago Ridge, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.25 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 Chicago Ridge, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Chicago Ridge, 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.