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86 babysitters are listed in Evanston, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Evanston, IL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am reliable, caring and trustworthy. Love to engage children and challenge their inquisitive minds. I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and happy. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing...
Paulette can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"We interviewed Paulette both over the phone and in person. She was on time, friendly, and my kids really liked her! We ended up not being the best fit for her (e.g. she's looking for long-term employment while we only need a nanny for a year) but another family...
Karen G.
Nia H.
Evanston, IL
$15-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
Date Night & Event Babysitter- Available For Evenings & Weeknights
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am an organized, dynamic, imaginative, and reliable graduate student with 6+ years of childcare experience. I have a toolkit full of activities that I've gathered as a camp counselor, after school care provider, and therapist-in-raining to ensure each child's needs are met and we part ways with a smile from ear to ear....
Nia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She brings games to play and is very warm and caring."
Jandella F.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elena. I'm 46years old and a mother of 4 children (19, 17, 16, 13)My kids are in school . I worked for more than 3 families and I have experience with newborns, twins, toddlers and pre-teens. I love going and playing with the kids in the park (weather permitting). I like reading books, going to the library for...
Elena can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elena cared for our then 5 month old son when I went back to work after maternity leave. Being a mother of 4 herself and caring for many other children (including twins!) prior, Elena brought a wealth of knowledge that put my mind at ease as a first-time mother....
Quincey L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter for over 6 years. I have worked with many families, as well as worked at children's camps, and various organizations. I was on a junior Board for Pediatric Cancer for 5 years, and I absolutely loved getting to meet and know the inspiring children along the way! I have babysat children from age...
Kiera can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kiera's a wonderful babysitter. She's totally on time, has a great disposition, and gets along great with our baby girl. She's reliable and we're able to leave the baby with her and not have to worry. Great sitter!"
Benjamin P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my names Shamim, the kids I watched over used to call me "MeMe" :)
I've worked full-time at a house daycare watching and taking care of 8 kids for over 10+ years.
I love children, your kids will be under great care and safety under me, this has been my passion and I will treat them like my own.
I can provide...
Shamim can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Shamim was great! My moody almost 2 YO toddler took to her right away. She was punctual, caring, and extremely responsive towards my kiddo. She proactively helped with household chores as well - she was a god send! I would totally hire her again, whenever the need...
Maryam K.
5.0
(1)
I just moved to Evanston for graduate school at Northwestern University for my masters of speech language pathology. Previously, I taught 4th grade social studies and writing at a school in West Phoenix through the program Teach for America. I have a masters in elementary education. I am available to help out with homework and...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(16)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
* only available for date night sitter/ booking request *
thank you so much!
Member since 2016.
About me:
I'm a reliable & easy going person. I commit myself to every family I work with and try hard to create a very strong relationship with the kids to make them feel safe. I enjoy doing arts & crafts, music, books &...
Isadora can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Isa did a great job watching my 4 year old, filling the evening with activities and sending fun pictures as updates. Made sure my daughter got to bed on time and then helped straighten up the house once asleep. Trustworthy and would definitely hire again!"
Bryce W.
Melanie M.
Evanston, IL
$24-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.7
(12)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have provided child care for multiple families since I was 15. I have extensive experience with infants and toddlers, as well as elementary age children and teens. I am a mother myself of a 6-year-old boy I adore children and being around them. I'm very active love sports. arts and crafts. enjoy being out doors. I'm bilingual...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was great. She took care of our 3 month old until he was 2 years old . She taught him Spanish and was wonderful with him. Very punctual always available and super responsible. "
Jane H.
Kamaryn J.
Evanston, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Kamaryn!
With extensive experience babysitting children of all ages and a background as a former Kindergarten teacher at a Catholic school, where I received an award for outstanding test scores in phonemic awareness and letter sounds, I know how to keep little ones entertained and well cared for. I'm currently a...
Kamaryn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Victoria S.
Evanston, IL
$20-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Victoria. I'm 23 years old and I currently work as an RBT (Registered Behavioral Therapist) working with autistic children but I have experience with neurotypical children as well. I have experience babysitting children 6 months - 14 years old. I enjoy long walks along the lakefront, going to the beach whenever I...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My new number one choice! Victoria was a dream. My child loved her. She gave me updates and was early. She was inquisitive of my child's needs and preferences. We loved her. Very friendly and absolutely lovely individual. 10/10"
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Madeline H.
Evanston, IL
$20-70/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 4. 55 GPA AP Student at ETHS and future Columbia University Student with 1 year of experience as a Mathnasium trained tutor, 3+ years of tutoring experience in all subjects, and 4+ years of babysitting experience. I specializes in math up to AP Calculus, but am also proficient in English and US History, with 5s on...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddy was punctual, attentive, and a lot of fun for our boys. She is a great sitter and gives us peace of mind while we are out."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had years of experience working with children of all ages, from infants through teenagers. My experience isn't limited to care taking but professionally supervising as well. I am currently working at one of the local high schools!
Kiley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We love Kiley! She is extremely trustworthy, very hands on with the kiddos and is so kind to our puppy. I highly recommend Kiley."
Susan L.
5.0
(3)
I have over 11 years of work experience, four of those years babysitting and nannying, six years in education (four years of tutoring ages 5-16 and two years in outdoor education and garden teaching with ages 5-16.). I am incredibly safety-minded and have been first aid/CPR trained 5 times with plans to renew in Sep 2021. I love...
Jessie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Jessie is truly outstanding with children and is a fun, loving girl who is supportive and would be an exceptional caregiver. She is knowledgeable with a wide range of ages because she was a summer camp counselor for two full summers after completing a competitive...
Jessica F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Do you need a babysitter or someone to watch your kids for date night? You've come to the right place! I adore children and have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I also love the arts: I have taken 8 years of ballet and been singing since I was little; I am currently studying Vocal Music. I have frequently been a...
Bella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Excellent with children, creative in diverting momentary upsets. She has extraordinary patience with boys and girls. She knows many games and songs. Children will not be bored at all!"
Patricia A.
Safiya B.
Evanston, IL
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Safiya! I started out by watching my neighbor's kids and fell in love with babysitting from there. I feel honored to have been able to witness the kids I have watched explore and grow into amazing young people. I would love to continue to be able facilitate that for other little ones. I have 4 years experience with...
Safiya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Safiya was wonderful with our two boys (ages 2 and 4). She is kind, reliable, and responsive, and our boys quickly warmed up to her. We highly recommend her!"
Melissa C.
Watcharaphan T.
Evanston, IL
$30-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Pam. I am 34 years old. I graduated from bachelor degree in preschool education. I study, art education, special needs, children physiology, and child care.
I was a kindergarten teacher for 2 years. I moved to Chicago for an Au Pair opportunity on 2013. After the Au Pair program is over, I continue working as...
Watcharaphan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Pam was a part time nanny for my kids (2 year old and now 7 month old) during the summer. She did a great job meeting their needs and engaging with them. She took my super active 2 year old on long walks and to the park, fed him lunch and put him down for his naps....
Sara A.
5.0
(1)
I love being a care giver, especially with children. I love learning and nurturing children's curiosity. I am particularly good at connecting with babies, toddlers and young children. I enjoy playing games with kids, doing arts and crafts and playing outside or going to the park.
I've been teaching for 10+ years. I have...
Shawny can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"My son gets so excited to see Shawny every time she arrives... this makes leaving a little easier for me. She is very engaging and isn't afraid to get on the floor to play. Her love for creativity and languages shine though during their playtime. We love working...
Michta E.
Jenny G.
Evanston, IL
$23-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 kids of my own, who are all grown up with the youngest being 26 years old. I also have 7 grand kids, (ages 1 month - 18 years) whom I babysit for on occasions. I have many years of childcare experience.
I enjoy taking care of kids of all ages. I do things that they enjoy like coloring, puzzles, field trips, games, and...
Jenny can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"June 27, 2024
To whom it may concern,
I’m writing you today to let you know all about Jenny G.. She is responsible, caring, smart, alert and always full of energy on your behalf. I’ve used her as my caregiver for all of this year. She’s bathed me, helped me to...
Catherine K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Savannah.
I am an Evanston native who was fortunate enough to play college basketball at Cal State LA, where I studied kinesiology. I've been babysitting for six years now and currently serve as the Director of Youth Sports for girls basketball at ETHS (3rd-5th graders).
Caring for kids isn't just a job for me;...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Nora and I have 6 years of experience working with children from ages newborn to 12 years of age. I used to work at a group home for mothers so I am familiar with cooking meals, cleaning, changing diapers and all the basics. I also have taken 2 years of Early Childhood Education and am CPR certified. I also take...
Nora can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Nora to take care of my (then) 3 month old baby last summer. Nora is such a thoughtful and caring nanny and she is so wonderful with babies. She is focused, gives my son her full attention, she is calm, easy going and so patient. My son (who is now 13...
Shira C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Evanston, IL
Paulette K.
5.0
Paulette is amazing! She’s been taking care of our youngest daughter for 2 years since she was 5 months old. Paulette is very dependable and been tremendously helpful during our encounters with COVID, changing vacation plans and work hurdles. She is very caring, creates consistent routines and...
- Maggie H.
Nia H.
5.0
She brings games to play and is very warm and caring.
- Jandella F.
Elena F.
5.0
Elena cared for our then 5 month old son when I went back to work after maternity leave. Being a mother of 4 herself and caring for many other children (including twins!) prior, Elena brought a wealth of knowledge that put my mind at ease as a first-time mother. She always ensured our son was...
- Quincey L.
Kiera B.
5.0
Kiera's a wonderful babysitter. She's totally on time, has a great disposition, and gets along great with our baby girl. She's reliable and we're able to leave the baby with her and not have to worry. Great sitter!
- Benjamin P.
Shamim M.
5.0
Shamim was great! My moody almost 2 YO toddler took to her right away. She was punctual, caring, and extremely responsive towards my kiddo. She proactively helped with household chores as well - she was a god send! I would totally hire her again, whenever the need for an at home babysitter or nanny...
- Maryam K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Evanston, IL:
How can I find a Evanston babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Evanston, 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 86 babysitters in Evanston, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Evanston, IL?
The average rate for Evanston, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.93 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 Evanston, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Evanston, 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 Evanston, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Evanston, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 76 reviews of the 86 listed babysitters.