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Find babysitters in Downers Grove, IL that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Downers Grove, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Downers Grove, IL

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Priscila M.


Downers Grove, IL

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Babysitter

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Family, I am a professional Nanny with the following certifications and experiences: More than 15, 000 thousand hours proven with children from 0 to 8 years old. (Certified By Cultural care Au pair) - Aid CPR AED certified (American Heart Association). - Special Needs Experience:(Autism and ADHD). - Managing ADHD, Autism,...
Priscila can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Priscila is a natural. We were immediately comfortable having her care for our 1 year old daughter. I can't recommend her enough! "

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Geysa P.


Downers Grove, IL

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Loving And Energetic Babysitter

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

My experience with kids started 5 years ago in Brazil as a day care assistant , and in the US I've cared for ages from 0 to 9yo. I'm a nurturing, energetic and respectful parenting oriented caregiver. I love to help the little ones learn, reach their milestones and express their feelings as they grow. I like to go outside and...
Geysa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Geysa has been our nanny for our child (now age 21 months) for the past year. She’s kind, patient, organized and creative. She does a wonderful job identifying my daughters needs, teaching her new skills, and plans great outings for her. She also walks my two...

Care member

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Giselle V.


Downers Grove, IL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Giselle! I'm 25 years old and I am accepting part-time, occasional date nights, or weekend babysitting. I graduated with a BA in Elementary Education & Spanish. I have a passion for learning and thrive in a structured hard-working environment. I have 5+ years of experience taking care of children. I am also a...
Giselle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Giselle is so great with our kiddo, has excellent communication skills! We would highly recommend to any family! "

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Sophie M.


Downers Grove, IL

$22-24/hr7 yrs exp

Facilitator Of Natural Education And Creative Thinking

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sophie. I am a 24 yr old Chicagoland native, working directly with children in their homes, indoor and outdoor classrooms since I was 16. As an early teen I began working in families with diverse age ranges, twins/multiples, children with differing abilities, and families with pets. I am a loving, energetic,...
Sophie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"I couldn't possibly more highly recommend Sophie to care for your children. She became like family to us and I trusted her implicitly. She is dependable, creative, sweet, and caring. My children loved her and miss her. They still talk about her. You will not...

Robin H.

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Shakira Q.


Downers Grove, IL

$24/hr10 yrs exp

A MOTHER'S LOVE

"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, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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.

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Virginija K.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I love children. I have worked with children of all ages. My experience is over 16 years. I am loving mother of one 32-year-old daughter. The kids I watched were range from 4 months old to 17 years old. Job duties included but not limited to: diaper change, driving, meal preparation and feeding, educational activities, help with...
Virginija can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Virginia has been very responsive, punctual, and reliable. I felt very safe leaving my kids with her. She engaged kids in games, crafts, spent time outdoors. Kids loved spending time with her! I highly recommend Virginia and look forward to continue working with...

Katya K.

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Marykate G.


Downers Grove, IL

$20-33/hr4 yrs exp

My name is Mary Kate . I am a high school math teacher looking for a summer nannying job. I have 4 years of nannying experience, and I have babysat since I was 12 years old. I enjoy being outside in the summer and spending time with family and my golden retriever puppy, Nike. I am very reliable and flexible about hours and pay....
Marykate can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Marykate is absolutely amazing!!! She is sweet and caring. She watched our 1yo last summer and occasionally had all 3 kids (6,4,1) and our children adore her. Marykate was our first time hire from care.com and we got so lucky with such amazing person. We were sad...

Lina B.

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Rebecca S.


Downers Grove, IL

$43/hr10 yrs exp

Monday - Friday Full-time Caregiver

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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
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.

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Jenna H.


Downers Grove, IL

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

I'm Jenna! I am an energetic 23-year-old esthetician. I have 7 years of experience in childcare as a babysitter and a paraprofessional for special ed. I have worked with children ages 1-12 years old. I have taken early education courses at COD. My focus is giving your child a safe, routine focused and creative space to learn and...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Connor I.


Downers Grove, IL

$12-17/hr2 yrs exp

Active Sitter And Sports Mentor

I am currently a student at the University of Dayton studying business and I achieved a 4.0 my first year. I am home for the summer and am looking for a babysitting job. I can tutor in math and play sports of any kind. I was the captain of the Downers Grove North basketball team my senior year. My experience includes coaching...
Skills:

CPR

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Kamille E.


Downers Grove, IL

$16-50/hr3 yrs exp

Looking Forward To Knowing What Is Best For Your Families Needs!

Hi, my name is Kamille! I have lots of experience with kids from babysitting to taking 3 classes of child development at school. I enjoy working with kids and hope to maybe find an interest doing so in my future. I am looking for a recurring job/hours since I am in school. I look forward to meeting your family and getting to...
Kamille can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hi- my name is Amelia. I am currently 20 years old and I am the oldest of 7 children. I love working with children of all ages! I have experience personal experience with special needs children, as well as working with them. I am also an assistant teacher at an elementary school working with grades K-5th. I've been babysitting...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a university of Kansas graduate student. I recently got my Masters in Social Work! I am currently a therapist and i'm seeking some extra money on the side of my therapy job! I'm a dedicated and experienced childcare provider I have been babysitting since I was in High School. I have had previous social work jobs in...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning
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Zain S.


Downers Grove, IL

$20-50/hr11 yrs exp

I like working with kids because each day is different with a new experience and something new to do together I'm looking for a job that is secure with the hours I want I started working with kids when I was in high school I was always the family babysitter and I realized it's really fun and rewarding In my spare time, I...
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Ariana C.


Downers Grove, IL

$17/hr8 yrs exp

A Lil Bit About Me!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a senior in university looking to nanny as I am on summer break. I have several years of experience not only babysitting but tutoring, drop off/pick up at school, and light household cleaning. I speak Hindi and Urdu at home but am almost fluent in Spanish as well. I look forward to chatting with you!
Ariana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Frannie J.


Downers Grove, IL

$5-10/hr7 yrs exp

Student At University Of Missouri-Columbia

I have been babysitting for about seven years now for children between the ages of newborn to pre-teens. I enjoy babysitting because I love the energy that children have, and being able to spend time with different types of children. I love being outside and playing games with kids, and making sure that they are having a good...
Frannie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alexa W.


Downers Grove, IL

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Great With Children Of All Ages

Hello everyone! My name is Alexa but I typically go by Lexi. I have been babysitting for more that 6 years and have been a summer nanny for the past 2 summers. I am currently a junior at The University of Alabama and will be home in the Chicago area all summer! A little about me; I am studying public relations and political...
Alexa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alexa C.


Downers Grove, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, And Creative-Minded Sitter!

I have over 10 years of experience working with children and animals. I am the Assistant Director of a local dance studio and teach/mentor children every day! I am a car and home owner and am willing to help with any childcare, household tasks, and pet needs. I am able to help with basic school work and love creating crafts and...
Alexa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gabrielle S.


Downers Grove, IL

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Baby Sitter

I'm very patient with kids! I like to find activities to do with them to keep them occupied and busy. I'm very attentive and like to be overly on time for everything. I bring a fun and positive attitude while at work. I like working with kids because i've been around kids my whole entire life taking care of my younger siblings...
Hi everyone! My name is Erin and I am 22 years old from Downers Grove! I just graduated college this past May from Miami University (Ohio) with a Bachelor's in Kinesiology and Health Sciences. I am currently completing a gap year post graduation and looking for employment in the meantime. :) I worked as a nanny full time for 3...
Erin can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Downers Grove, IL

Priscila M.

5.0

We hired Priscilla to babysit our 7 year old daughter. Everything went extremely well and our daughter is really excited to see her again! Would not hesitate to recommend

- Julie C.

Geysa P.

5.0

Geysa is WONDERFUL! She is currently taking great care of my 6 month old boy. She arrives on time, highly responsive to communication, and highly engaged with my son. I love that she can accommodate and be flexible with my changing schedule. Geysa always made me feel confident that my son is safe...

- Care member

Giselle V.

5.0

Giselle is so great with our kiddo, has excellent communication skills! We would highly recommend to any family!

- Care member

Sophie M.

5.0

Sophie is amazing!!! She has great energy, fun screen-free activity ideas, and is a natural with kids of all ages. She helped my family with childcare and assisted during online school during Covid. My kids still ask to have her back! Highly recommended. :)

- Angela M.

Shakira Q.

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 such a caring individual. My...

- Shenika W.

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Babysitters in Downers Grove, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.