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60 babysitters are listed in Darien, IL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Darien, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of professional experience with children (infants up to school age). I'm a very loving, responsible, extremely punctual, funny, respectful, patient, energetic and hard working individual. I don't smoke. I own a car. I love working with children. I also love pets. I was a registered nurse in Poland for over...
Stefania can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Stefania is absolutely amazing! My kids absolutely adore her. She has more energy than I have and is always finding magical things to play with them. We call her Mary Poppins. The kids count down the days until she comes. She is incredibly reliable, loving, fun,...
Liz R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking for a nanny position with a great family. I am a non smoker with 15 years of nanny experience with excellent references. I am reliable, trustworthy, responsible, organized, and FUN! I'm CPR certified and up to date on my flu shot, whooping cough vaccine, and covid vaccines. I have a clean background and great...
5.0
"I have known Michelle for over 25 years, and consider her like family. She took care of my two daughters for 7 years while I worked. I think Michelle is great with every age, from newborn to toddler to adolescent. She was always engaged, interacting and playing...
Care member
Yvonne G.
Naperville, IL
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
I have over 20 years of experience working with young children and their families. I have worked as a camp teacher, preschool gymnastic instructor, infant lead teacher and toddler lead teacher. I've raised 4 children of my own.
Yvonne can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
4.0
"Yvonne is a delightful, energetic, very caring person. She has a love of children and is very responsible, an attentive care giver. She tries to instill opportunities for learning in all activities she engages within. Yvonne has a heart of gold and I would trust...
Karen G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi. Babysitting or being a nanny over 20 years. I have experience with newborns up to kids going to college. The last two and a half years worked with babies. l'm looking for an active and friendly family who would like to have a nanny 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
Katherine J.
Naperville, IL
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Katie and children are a true inspiration to me. One of the pleasures of working with children is that they are so sweet and I try to help them succeed. As far as working for full or part tome, I am open to both. Animals are a strong passion of mine. I have two dogs, two frogs and a cat. Feel free to message me...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We interviewed Katie for a nanny opening with our family. She was punctual, friendly, and professional! We went with a candidate whose schedule fit with ours slightly better, but would recommend Katie to any family interested in a hands-on and engaging provider."
Lori M.
Rea M.
Westmont, IL
$10-11/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Rea. A Certified Nursing Assistant. With an extensive background in babysitting for children of all ages coupled with my experience in being a camp counselor before on our church and my fun-loving and caring personality. I am confident that I can provide excellent childcare to your family. From preparing healthy snacks...
Rea can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"We feel so lucky to have found Rea for our 1 1/2 year old! She watches our daughter regularly 2-3 days a week & is so flexible & easy to work with. Our schedules are inconsistent & Rea always is understanding. She has a great set up at her home, provides food &...
Gwen O.
Paulina Z.
Lisle, IL
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! It's so nice to meet you! My name is Paulina and I am a creative multitasker who enjoys doing crafts and other art projects with kids. I like to make sure that children have fun, but also encourage the right amount of discipline. I have experience care-giving for neighbors, family, and friends with children from...
Paulina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Best babysitter we have ever had. very respectful and professional. Amazing personality. Our girls absolutely love her. We will be using her as much as possible in the future"
Donald H.
Gretchene D.
Hinsdale, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Educated Filipino Available For Infant Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for my two nephews from birth through their grammar school years. I changed diapers, bottle fed them, took them to the doctors, bathed them, cooked their meals, and assisted them with their school work. I am fluent in English, Tagalog, Visaya and Japanese.
5.0
"I love Gretchene and so does my 4 year old daughter. She plays with her and helps her write her abc's. She watches movies with her and she also cleans the kitchen. I'm grateful for her. She is always available when I need her, on time and sweet as can be. She loves...
Jessica N.
Trezure B.
Glen Ellyn, IL
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'm Trezure a 26-year-old caregiver who is now on 9 years of experience. I am very fun, punctual and outgoing. Most importantly I love children. I've worked with children, and I have been around children my whole life. My mother has her Masters Degree in Early Childhood education, and is hoping to open her own daycare very soon....
Trezure can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Trezure has cared for my children several times over the years. They adore her are always excited when they hear that she will be watching them. She’s very patient and took the time to get to know my children’s personalities, likes and dislikes and cares for them...
Dynesha G.
Tasneem G.
Romeoville, IL
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Exclusively On Weekends & Holidays.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
- Babysitting for almost 8 years with infants, toddlers and young children (ages 0 - 12).
- Most recent experience with a through infant to toddler (18 months).
- Engage them in reading books, music, outdoor activities & on top of everything, handling them with care & affection.
- Love to be around with children and spend...
Tasneem can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great with my 5 year old. Immediately established a rapport with her and could tell she has experience handling kids. Will definitely hire her again! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
"A Mother's love is patient, gentle, caring, protective, Unconditional an eternal". Hello! My name is Shakira and I am 36 years old. I am a substitute Teacher and I have a 8 Yr old son and a 9 Yr old daughter. I am CPR certified. I graduated from college in 2011 with a BA in Fashion Design. I have always loved kids, they are so...
Shakira can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shakira is an AMAZING sitter for my son. She has been watching him since I went back to work when he turned 3 months old and now he is 9 months. She helps him in his personal development by taking the time to teach him different skills based on his age range. She's...
Shenika W.
5.0
(3)
Hello!
My name is Elizabeth. I am a energetic, loving nanny who absolutely adores children! I have a passion for child care and love helping families! I aim to bring positivity, love, and creativity into the house of my nanny family.
I do my best to go the extra mile. I love finding age appropriate activities to do with my...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great personality and you can tell she obviously cares!"
Elaine F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, friendly, and warm.
I like working with kids because they keep me young and entertained.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old volunteering in the church school nursery.
In my spare time, I like to drive my teenagers around !
One thing you should know about me is I bring my...
5.0
"Miranda was amazing! She was able to help us last minute! She was extremely flexible with our time being out. She provided updates and made us feel very safe having her with our children! I would recommend Miranda to anyone!!!"
Samantha G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ingrid, married, mother of two great kids (24 & 16). We live in Naperville. I love working with kids all ages. I have a professional experience with them as previously employed at the daycare center over 20 years. During my career at the Center I developed weekly hand-on lesson plans, integrated pre-reading strategies...
Ingrid 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
"Ingrid is an amazing nanny! Over 2 years with us and never late, works gently and calmly with the kids (my 3 girls 4, 3, 1). She does art projects almost every day with them, and researches community and library events and happenings, and does everything with a...
Charity P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years experience working with children in a school setting. I have 10+ years working with children in their homes. I have been there to help with meals, homework, and bed time routines. I have cared for many families over the years and grow close with them over the years!
Cheyenne can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cheyanne is fantastic! I have 2 boys ages 10 and 6. They just love her! She's been so reliable and dependable. She's very easy going and flexible. We love having her watch our kids!"
Melissa W.
4.6
(15)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
I am a childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development led me to this profession. I am patient, calm, creative, and approachable. I believe in open communication with parents and provide regular updates about their child's day and any...
Katarzyna can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kathy is a great babysitter, super kind and organized. My son loves playing with her. He is delighted when he sees Kathy. We know our son is in good hands when Kathy is taking care of him. We are grateful that we could meet Kathy on Care and she will definitely be...
Chang L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided childcare for 8 different local families from our community, and worked with children ages six to 12 in a socio-cultural children, youth, and event center in Germany. I am a Gold Award Girl Scout, and I am currently studying to become a Teacher. My babysitting experience includes working with young infants to...
5.0
"Alexandria did a great job with the kids! She arrived on time and came prepared with activities for the day. The kids really enjoyed baking cookies and playing board games with her. Would definitely recommend."
Karyn H.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a graduate student at Truman State University completing my master of arts in education degree. I really enjoy working with children and being involved with them. I am also available to care for pets when needed as I have a few of my own, and volunteer at an animal shelter. I am flexible with hours and am...
Camilla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
4.0
"Camilla is fantastic! She is very dependable and great with babies and animals. We have a 7 month old little boy, have two dogs and four (yes four) cats, and she instantly made them all feel at ease. We were out for an evening and Camilla was quick to respond to...
Katie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am assistant teacher. I have 11 years of experience working with infants and children with Down Syndrome and Autism. I love working with children. I enjoy playing games, read and doing art projects. I am caring, responsible, flexible and energetic if you have more questions you can contact me. Thank you!
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is a terrific nanny. She is highly dependable, communicative and caring. She has a lot of energy and is very proactive. She is able to have fun with the kids and still help them stay accountable to their school work and home responsibilities. I highly...
Kimberly C.
5.0
(3)
Hi, I'm Nenia, a 46-year-old woman & I've been nannying for 12 yrs. I am currently nannying for one wonderful family I've been with for 2 yrs, they have a beautiful 2 month & rambunctious 2 yr old Then I have another family I was with for 3 years, but with the school year starting, the youngest is now entering his 1st year of...
Nenia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Nenia is very interactive and creative. She engages with the children and instills discipline directed by the parents."
Gina C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Darien, IL
Stefania P.
5.0
Stefania has worked as a full time nanny for us for 6 years. She is an amazing person and a wonderful nanny. She is kind, loving and safe with my 3 children. She has watched my kids from 3 years to 9 years for my oldest, 1 to 6 years for my middle and birth to 5 years for my youngest.
She is...
- Hannah A.
Michelle M.
5.0
I have known Michelle for over 25 years, and consider her like family. She took care of my two daughters for 7 years while I worked. I think Michelle is great with every age, from newborn to toddler to adolescent. She was always engaged, interacting and playing with the girls and even drove them to...
- Care member
Yvonne G.
4.0
Yvonne is a delightful, energetic, very caring person. She has a love of children and is very responsible, an attentive care giver. She tries to instill opportunities for learning in all activities she engages within. Yvonne has a heart of gold and I would trust her to provide loving, quality care...
- Karen G.
Ingrida R.
5.0
She is great nanny. She is reliable and hard working. She is patient, so that she can handle children when they are difficult.
- Care member
Katherine J.
5.0
We interviewed Katie for a nanny opening with our family. She was punctual, friendly, and professional! We went with a candidate whose schedule fit with ours slightly better, but would recommend Katie to any family interested in a hands-on and engaging provider.
- Lori M.
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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 12 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 $16.17 per hour as of January 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 Darien, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Darien, 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 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.