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60 babysitters are listed in Forest Park, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Forest Park, IL
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving and kind babysitter who loves to play with kids and help them use their imagination! I currently during the week am a household manager / nanny and looking for extra supplemental hours to make a bit more during the week ! I am pretty flexible especially on weekends ! So late night date nights I can absolutely do...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is the best! She is kind, helpful and our 3 kids love her! She plays games, takes them to all kinds of museums, rec center, etc... I have no concern at all when my kids are with her as I thoroughly trust her!
She follows through on my requests and makes...
Katie H.
Imani F.
Forest Park, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun + Professional - Looking To Help Out Where I Can :)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!! I'm Imani and I am a 28-year-old with a solid 10 years of experience. I was a nanny and babysitter throughout undergrad with a professional sitter company before doing freelance work as a house manager. I am reliable, trustworthy, caring and FUN! I'm comfortable with anything from babysitting, pet sitting, party...
Imani can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Imani!! Imani was our good friend and neighbor's part time nanny and they were kind enough to share her with us for weekend and evening babysitting jobs. She is incredible - smart, mature, reliable and really fun with the kids. We have kept in touch with...
Dana R.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have cared for infants to young teens. Experience includes camp counselor, after-school care for preschool through 5th grade, and experience with an infant. I am a high-energy, positive and engaging person. I love the creative world of children and learning to see the world...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ashley and In May 2020, I graduated with a Master of Arts in English, concentration in literature from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE). This academic achievement, my excellent track record as a Graduate Teaching Fellow and my commitment to teamwork and my current job as a High School English Teacher make...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 8+ years of experience with kids of various ages. I used to work in daycare for 3 years. As an Au Pair / babysitter for over 5 years. Currently working for the family with three kids ( after school care ) and one family with 1 child ( date nights ) .
I have tons of educational materials, activity sheets, and coloring...
Natasa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Lily and I am currently a first year medical student in Chicago. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 8 years of experience caring for children. I grew up in Rhode Island babysitting for the families in my neighborhood. I then became a camp counselor when I was 14. I spent 3...
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ayanna C.
Forest Park, IL
$22-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm an experienced, calm, and patient childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My love of caring for kids stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I realized the positive impact I could have on their lives. I believe in supporting families and providing reliable childcare options, so parents...
Desiree B.
Forest Park, IL
$15-20/hr • 20 yrs exp
As a caregiver with 20 years of experience, I'm passionate about providing a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive. My time in previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to make a positive impact on young lives. I take pride in being a calm, creative, and friendly caregiver, always striving to support...
Desiree can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Penelope , I am 23 years old, and I currently reside in Oak Park. I recently obtained my associate degree this past May and I am in the process of applying for nursing school. I have experience babysitting children from
ages 2 to 8. I have 6+ years of babysitting and 2 years of nannying. I also have...
Penelope Jade can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have work as a nanny for 6 years for one family in Chicago, I looked after a little boy when he was just a year old up to 7 years old. I lived in Forest Park.
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi , I live in Forest Park. I have approximately 20 years of experience caring for children, from infants to school age. I am responsible, patient, and very reliable, understanding, and flexible for family`s needs. I can prepare snacks and make meals for children. I have great references for your review. Your children will have...
Krystyna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Stephanie D.
Forest Park, IL
$22-39/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Stephanie.
I'm a new RN with a background in newborn care and Senior Living Assisted care settings. My passion in healthcare is for Maternal-newborn health, and I will be beginning my NICU position in the spring.
I am certified in First Aid and CPR and have over three years of experience in assisted living/...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jennifer K.
Chicago, IL
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Exciting-Reliable-Kind Caregiver Looking To Curate Exceptional Experiences
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, thoughtful, reliable and hardworking woman who knows her way around the City. My childcare background includes babysitting, working in a Nanny share and two years as an individual aide for Special Needs students in elementary school. I recently left the corporate world and am going back to where my heart is working...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenny was so fantastic! Our little guy felt comfortable with her almost immediately and they had so much fun together. She was here during my first weekend away from my kiddo and I felt so great knowing that Sam was safe and happy while I was out of town. Would...
Suzy D.
Kisha J.
Chicago, IL
$36/hr • 3 yrs exp
You Will Not Regret Hiring Me To Care For Or Look After Your Little Ones!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kisha, I am 19 with 3 years of experience caring for kids. I come from a large family which gave me plenty of opportunity to play around with kids and learn to care for them responsibly.
I am currently a full time pre law student and looking forward to the day I call myself a lawyer.
I adapt easily. Maybe your little...
Kisha can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kisha was a fantastic babysitter for our one-year-old son. She was attentive, engaging, and safety-conscious. She was right on time and was able to calm our baby down before bed which is a challenging task considering that we are staying for a short period of time...
Nasser A.
Madeline L.
Chicago, IL
$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love children, and I have 10+ years of child care experience as it is something I am so passionate about! I am a Registered Nurse, Certified Nurses' Aide, and CPR, First Aide and AED trained and certified. I am looking for families who may need an occasional babysitter, and I am available during the day, evenings,...
Madeline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Ezra and I have experience babysitting children aged 4 months to 13 years. I have worked as a teacher/teaching assistant/tutor for children of all ages. I absolutely LOVE animals and would be willing to care for children and/or pets together!
Ezra can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ezra loves kids and wants to be with them. She puts all of herself into the children. She is caring and playful and fun. "
Ariana E.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 nieces and nephews, so I started babysitting at a very young age. I have watched infants, toddlers, and young kids. Most recently I have spent a lot of time with my best friend's children from infant to school age. I've watched kids from 7 weeks old to 2 years old; some of these reviews are listed on my profile. I have...
Aubrey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Aubrey did great with our 2.5 year old and 5 month old. She engaged them easily and they warmed up to her really quickly. Everything went off without a hitch. Thanks, Aubrey!"
Rebecca C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Sandrine. I have experienced as a caregiver. I can do light housekeeping work, prepare meals, and assist in bathing and dressing. I have a vehicle for pick up and drop off. Please email me or message me if you're interested in hiring me. Thank you!
Sandrine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sandrine responded to my messages on Care.com, promptly. She showed up to every appointment on time. She seems to be very patient, and has a very easy smile. My 3 boys aged 9, 6, and 4 really enjoy her. She is fun and playful with them. I encourage you to give her...
Chaon K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren, and I have 12 years of part-time babysitting experience and a year of full-time care. With 3 years of teaching High School English and Special Education, I bring valuable skills to ensure children have fun, learn, and stay safe. I am trained in teaching phonics and how to read, which I love...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren was a delight from the first message we exchanged. She was responsive, punctual and both of my children (4 and 2) loved her. She followed our routine, kept them entertained and handled bedtime like a champ. She even took the time to talk to my son about his...
Ellen B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I graduated with a Bachelor's in Psychology from IU, and I currently work as a mental health professional with children and adolescents. I found that I loved working with kids when I first started babysitting in high school, and I have continued to do so since. I was an older sibling and cousin in a large family so being a...
Ashlynn can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ashlynn has babysat for us many times. Our daughters (9 and 11) love her and always feel safe and comfortable having her over. We don’t have family in the area so we’ve even had Ashlynn stay overnight and felt totally comfortable with her doing so. Everything was...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Forest Park, IL
Danielle C.
5.0
Danielle is great! We hired her to come to our hotel room and watch our two boys while we went out to dinner. I was a bit nervous to leave my kids with a stranger in a new city, but Danielle put me at ease right away, and she was a huge help to us when we were in a pinch. She arrived early, and...
- Ingrid O.
Imani F.
5.0
We love Imani!! Imani was our good friend and neighbor's part time nanny and they were kind enough to share her with us for weekend and evening babysitting jobs. She is incredible - smart, mature, reliable and really fun with the kids. We have kept in touch with Imani through the years and have...
- Dana R.
Jennifer K.
5.0
Our family was so fortunate to have found Jenny as my son's first nanny. She worked with us full-time for almost 18 months and continues to be a key part of our childcare team as our family needs have evolved. She is trustworthy, professional, highly skilled with infants, toddlers and beyond. She...
- Care member
Kisha J.
5.0
Kisha was a fantastic babysitter for our one-year-old son. She was attentive, engaging, and safety-conscious. She was right on time and was able to calm our baby down before bed which is a challenging task considering that we are staying for a short period of time and baby still not familiar with...
- Nasser A.
Ezra S.
5.0
Ezra is reliable, dependable, trustworthy, and loving. They are fantastic with kids and pets. You'll be happy you hired them!
- Jodi K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Forest Park, IL:
How can I find a Forest Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, IL?
The average rate for Forest Park, IL babysitters on Care.com is $22.00 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 Forest Park, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Forest Park, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.