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60 babysitters are listed in Darien, IL
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Darien, IL
Cori F.
Darien, IL
$20-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with special needs at risk children for 19 years.
I now currently am an educational assistant in an elementary PreK-2nd grade building for 6 years. I enjoy helping children and love to see them enjoy learning.
I also have current certification for CNA, phlebotomy, EKG technician and have provided home health care...
Cori can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Cori makes wonderful connections with children. She is reliable and a very hard worker. She is a wonderful care giver to others and takes pride in her work with people."
Rebecca H.
I have taken care of kids since 1998, ranging from 3-12 years old. I also have two kids of my own that are now 14 and 21.
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Hello! My name is Tiffany. I am currently a student at College of DuPage to become an sign language interpreter. I have 5+ years of experience babysitting children and have a passion for helping children with disabilities. Also, I have assisted with physical and occupational therapy. I have worked with children ages 2-15 years...
Tiffany A can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a stay at home mom with 2 children (12 and 5). I have extensive experience with children of all ages (including special needs). I have a college degree along with some graduate work in the Psychology field. I also minored in Spanish. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with Autistic children in school and...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Empty nester now, mom of twin grown boys & college age step daughter. (Also helped care for Special Needs step daughter for 13 years). Looking to do what I love as part time babysitter/nanny. I will even take one time (date nights) and/or day or evening for a part time permanent position.
Michele can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Maddy W.
Darien, IL
$14-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Maddy and I am 23 years old. I am currently a graduate student at Lewis University getting my masters degree in occupational therapy. I'm looking for part time work as I have a pretty busy schedule between classes and studying. I have lots and lots of experience working with children and have been...
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been with the same family for 11 years. I cared for two boys from the time they were infants. From the time they woke up, I took care of their needs such as meal time, driving and picking them up from school. Additionally, I took them to their activities, camps, and even birthday parties. I also, took care of various...
Rosa can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Emily D.
Darien, IL
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Emily and I am 20 years old. I am very interested in your job posting. I have been a camp counselor for one summer and have worked at the local park district for both summer and winter camps. I was enrolled in my high school's program where I worked closely with students for one year. I worked in a classroom with...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi my name is Madelyn. I am looking for a full time summer nanny job. I am a Christian who enjoys being outside, baking occasionally, and crafting. I work well with others. I have access to transportation. I am willing to do simple household chores to keep your house in order as well as take your children on fun excursions!
Cristal E.
Darien, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a natural caregiver with 3 years of experience, I thrive in nurturing environments where I can support children's growth and well-being. My patient and calm demeanor allows me to handle any situation with composure. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their preferred method to ensure a cohesive approach to...
Cristal can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
(3)
I'm 20 years old and attending school for a degree in Early Child Care. My biggest traits are being creative, passionate, and loving. In my free time I love spending time with friends and family, and trying new places. My experience includes being a Two's Teacher at a preschool. Also all through high school babysitting for...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I have been Hannah's teacher for the last few years and she is a remarkable young woman. She is very compassionate, caring, and extremely responsible for a young adult of her age. I truly admire her and think any family would be lucky to work with her!"
Stephanie M.
Naomi P.
Homer Glen, IL
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Majoring In A Child Development Major FACS In Education And Am Seeking More Experience!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a college student at JJC seeking more experience in my future field, Family and Consumer Sciences in Education. My specialty is Child Development and Child/Adolescent Psychology. I've done lots of volunteering in childcare facilities and babysitting since I was about 12. I'm comfortable with extra responsibilities along with...
Naomi can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Naomi did a wonderful job with our twins. She stayed in touch throughout the day and kept me updated in real-time with their location and how the day was going. She had good ideas with how to keep the kiddos occupied during the day. She was punctual, and the twins...
Jon A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Currently no longer available. If my availability changes I will post it here.
Thank you for your interest.
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Rebecca is so great - she watched my two boys, 4yo and 12-18mos on Fridays in our home. We have 'spirited' kiddos and she was always patient, nurturing, fun and aligned w our rules and parenting style. She thought of fun crafts and games and lots of reading. Trips...
Kat M.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello
I' m 29ears old. I started working as a nanny for almost 10 years . I'm from France, my first language is french . I came here in United States to be next to my husband as he is a student here . I' m an experienced and enthusiastic nanny who love to be around children . I hope to open a French childcare in the future . I...
Raissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Raissa is amazing. She is a very dependable , calm , trustworthy person . My 2 boys really like her . My kids are in great hands with . There is no need to worry .She is always available for me even for a last minute. She is an incredible organized person . Nothing...
Jessica D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 30 years old and I'm looking for a part time baby-sitter position.
Currently I'm in college to become a Nurse.
I'm looking for a family with flexible schedule since my classes can change a bit every session.
In 2016 I came to the USA was an Au Pair for 2 years and after that, I have been working as a nanny for families...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I had the pleasure of meeting Rachel when both of us were nannying at the same neighborhood. We’d have a lot of play dates together. So I had the chance to watch closely how is Rachel as a nanny. And she is the most kind, patient and fun nanny I know. The kids love...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I can't imagine ever not working with children. Watching and being a part of a young child's growth and development is amazing! I have been working with children since I was a child myself. I went to college while working full-time for a degree in Early Childhood education and earned my Montessori AMS certification in 2016. My...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Heather has sat for our 2-year-old son on multiple occasions. She is fantastic with him - teaching him new skills and lessons, creating fun activities and playing all sorts of games with him. He has a great time playing with her and she continues to provide him...
Stephanie M.
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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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
I have experience working with twins from 3 months old until school age group as a nanny. I work with different age group of children for babysitting. I went to school for Basic CNA Class. I'm BLS/ CPR Certified. I know American sign language and understand polish. I know I'm asking a lot of the pay I do a lot for the pay and I...
Adriana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Adriana was great with our twin boys and played a large role in their lives up until we moved out of town. She was always willing to help out however needed and we knew we could count on her! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Childcare has been my entire life & I couldn't imagine a better job!
I grew up in my mother's home day care environment. As I grew up, I took on more and more responsibilities in the daycare until I eventually became, essentially, her assistant. I also volunteered at a local church, watching young children during Sunday...
Jesse can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Jesse came in last minute when another hire fell through for medical reasons. Jessie did great. Very professional, understood how to help with an event and did all we asked."
David D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Darien, IL
Cori F.
5.0
Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families.
- Renee K.
Hannah B.
5.0
I have been Hannah's teacher for the last few years and she is a remarkable young woman. She is very compassionate, caring, and extremely responsible for a young adult of her age. I truly admire her and think any family would be lucky to work with her!
- Stephanie M.
Naomi P.
5.0
Flexible with her schedule and our children love having her around. Also is helpful and willing to cook meals.
- Joanne D.
Rebecca S.
5.0
Becky is an absolute gem. She is incredibly adept at fostering relationships with kids. She is reliable and kind, but not scared to correct behavior in an effective and calm manner. I could not recommend Becky highly enough.
- George C.
Erin S.
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 well throughout her time with my...
- Lori C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Darien, IL:
How can I find a Darien babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Darien, 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 Darien, 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 Darien, IL?
The average rate for Darien, IL babysitters on Care.com is $15.10 per hour as of December 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 Darien, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Darien, 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 Darien, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Darien, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.