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60 babysitters are listed in Deerfield, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Deerfield, IL
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family.
About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hardworking loving and caring. What more could you ask for :)"
Alex K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Here's a little about me! I am a teacher and have been teaching in the Chicago area for 9 years. I have experience babysitting for various families over the last 12+ years. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and my Master's degree as a Reading Specialist from DePaul University. I have spent several...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Sarah works well with kids of all ages. She has creative ideas for play, and does a great job engaging with the children. Sarah is responsible and dependable. I would recommend her highly."
Ella S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 30-year-old college graduate from Columbia College Chicago. I graduated in 2013 with a Fashion Business degree. I have continued to do what I love best and that's be with kids. I feel like the BEST me is brought out when I'm around your kids and I would love the opportunity to be your babysitter/Nanny. I love going to the...
Dana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made snacks or meals for them and generally took wonderful care of them. She was extremely dependable and my kids love her...
Michelle L.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & 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)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
*I am not available*
Hello! My name is Cara. I am 26 years old. I graduated from Lake Forest College with a BA in Sociology. I have worked as a nanny with kids ranging in age from 6 months to 4 years old. I worked at summer camp for 6 summers and three of those summers I was a group counselor with 11 6-year-old girls.
I love...
Cara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cara watched our one year old daughter for most of a year. During that time she was very reliable and provided great care. She did great playing, teaching, and showing activities to develop motor skills and mental development.
Cara has a great personality...
Kevin K.
I have 5 years of experience. I'm majoring in Elementary Education. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Crafts. I've also online tutored for students 2-6th grade for three years now. I've also worked at day camps. My previous campers age range from 6 years old through 15-year-olds. I just started at UIUC and would love to...
Jada can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced infant caregiver, preschool and elementary school teacher. I describe myself as a lover of children's books, nature, cooking, writing and artistic endeavors. I look forward to learning your child's personality to work with them to help them achieve milestones and gain independence. I look forward to using my...
Suzanne can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jocelyn K.
Deerfield, IL
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, I'm on my third year as a college student in Riverwoods, transferring from Denison University. I discovered my passion for caregiving through my previous babysitting roles. I thrive on supporting families and providing reliable childcare.
As a caregiver, I'm patient, calm, and friendly. I communicate with parents about...
Lilian M.
Deerfield, IL
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My positive experience in previous babysitting roles further fueled my desire to pursue a career in childcare. I firmly believe in supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option so parents can have peace of mind.
Patience,...
Allison S.
Deerfield, IL
$15-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I live in the northern suburbs of Chicago and I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember! I work as a Content Marketing Associate at a public relations firm full-time, but I love spending the hours outside of that babysitting. I've volunteered as an English Teacher for middle schoolers, worked as an assistant teacher in...
Allison C.
Deerfield, IL
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Alli C I am 22 years old and will be a senior in college this fall! I attend Trinity International University and am majoring in elementary education. I have been babysitting for several years and worked with a variety of ages (newborn-teenager). I have a passion for working with kids and love to find ways to for kids...
Hi! I'm 18 years old. I recently graduated from Deerfield High School and am set to attend The Ohio State University this fall. I've been babysitting pretty consistently on weekends since I was 16. Currently, I am lifeguarding three times a week, which allows for flexible babysitting availability this summer. I've played soccer...
Elizabeth H.
Deerfield, IL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I am a college student at DePaul University, and am majoring in Elementary Education! I'm an enthusiastic childcare provider, and my love of fostering children's growth and development, combined with my positive past experiences in babysitting, drives me to make a positive impact on their lives.
I would say I have a calm,...
Olivia V.
Deerfield, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Olivia and I have been working with kids for 10 years now. Every child is different, and I enjoy experiencing each child's uniqueness and watching them grow! I have received the American Red Cross CPR Recertification back as well as the American Red Cross Babysitting Certification. I have also completed a...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kelia S.
Deerfield, IL
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate Childcare Professional: Nurturing Connections And Inspiring Growth
I'm a nurturing, empathetic individual deeply passionate about childcare, seeking to forge meaningful connections with children and inspire them to reach their full potential. My journey into childcare began at a young age, caring for my sibling and later transitioning into a profession as a nanny at 13. Summers spent as a camp...
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. I've been caring for kids for over five years, and I'm comfortable looking after up to four children of all ages. I hold CPR and First Aid certifications, and I have a college degree.
I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly...
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I currently work full-time for a wonderful family that has an adorable 2. 5-year-old that I have been playing with for over 2 years; however, I am available for one-time appts and/or date-nights! I am raising two wonderful children and have been a homemaker/caregiver for 17 years. I believe all children can be successful...
Judith can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Beatriz S.
Deerfield, IL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Beatriz and I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping and educating children. I have a lot of experience and always working with patience, creativity and love. Also I consider myself an organized person and kindly and I love cooking.
I'm comfortable caring for one or more children of any...
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep
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.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Tina
I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 8 years, including 1 year looking after special needs child , 2 years looking after 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , looking after newborn baby twins (premature) for an year.
Have a primary school teacher degree and CPR. Also worked as a...
Klimentina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Kilmentina, she is very reliable and absolutely wonderful with my two boys aged 9 and 5. She has a lot of patience and my boys love her, literally begs me to have her watch them all the time. Anyone would be lucky to have her as their sitter."
Traci B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Deerfield, IL
Jill K.
5.0
Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two boys (3 mo. and 18 mo. at the time). Throughout the approximately 3 1/2 years that she worked for us, she was always dependable, always on time, and...
- Margaret D.
Sarah W.
5.0
Great communication, very dependable & flexible. BEST decision I've ever made is hiring her. BOTH my children get excited when its her day to come over
- Nicole R.
Dana L.
5.0
Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made snacks or meals for them and generally took wonderful care of them. She was extremely dependable and my kids love her (still). They always wanted Dana...
- Michelle L.
Livvia W.
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 Livvia has thought of new ways to...
- Christopher A.
Cara S.
5.0
Cara watched our one year old daughter for most of a year. During that time she was very reliable and provided great care. She did great playing, teaching, and showing activities to develop motor skills and mental development.
Cara has a great personality and quickly became friends with our...
- Kevin K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Deerfield, IL:
How can I find a Deerfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, IL?
The average rate for Deerfield, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.78 per hour as of March 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 Deerfield, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Deerfield, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.