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60 babysitters are listed in Forest Park, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Forest Park, IL
Chika K.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Chika and I love taking care of kids. I have over 5 years of experience taking care of kids from age range 10 months to 9 years. I am currently a recent medical school graduate here in Chicago. I love cooking, baking, making up stimulating games for kids and various arts and crafts.
I can help with Light Housekeeping,...
Chika can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Chika was amazing! I was in town due to a conference and I needed some childcare coverage. Imagine my stress of being out of town, in a new place and not having a sitter. Chika showed up on time and kept my rambunctious toddler entertained while I worked. She...
Stephanie H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 grown children and have worked with children for over 20 years in my capacity as Director of Ministries to Children, Youth and Families for the United Methodist Church, East Greenwich RI. I love kids of all ages and enjoy the adventures that they create! I have reference letters that I am unable to upload due to the...
Carol can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carol nannied for our family when I went back to work after maternity leave and was such a blessing for our family! She is one of the warmest people I know and was so sweet and gentle with our 4 month old. It’s very evident how much she genuinely loved spending...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Becca. I have a Molecular Biology degree and have nannied/babysat for years. I just ended my full time nanny role to start my career in medical sales, but I'd love to continue helping out with after school needs/date nights/tutoring. I went to babysitting and CPR training when I was a teenager, and ever since then I...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is the only babysitter aside from family I have ever hired. She is dependable and loves my son. She is very attentive to him and gets on his level to play. He loved seeing her for months!!"
Beth G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Rocio. I was born and raised in Chicago. I'm 21 years old and I'm a very proud Latina. I'm really a person who loves to stay indoors; but I also enjoy the fall weather. I love scary movies, and also enjoy watching Disney movies. I come from a very big family so taking care of kids has always came naturally to me. I'm...
Rocio can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Rocio and she was alway super punctual and dependable. She was always respectful of our home. We still call her to babysit for our date nights! Would recommend and hire again!"
Heather S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am looking to provide childcare, creative activities, cooking, and light cleaning for a fantastic family! I am a Teaching Artist who works in children's theatre and teaching drama classes. My approach with children is to redirect them in a playful manner while emphasizing safe choices.
My advanced education shows my...
Zoe can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Zoe has been wonderful with our 6-year-old son! She always brings some materials to do fun things with my super active and interested little boy :) Zoe does not let our son bored at all! She has been very respectful, reliable, professional, and easy to communicate....
Tokiko B.
Elyssa L.
Chicago, IL
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an optimistic, reliable, and caring nanny looking for a family to join in a full-time capacity.
My college degree is in the arts and I love getting to incorporate that passion into fun crafts/activities and encourage children to explore their creativity.
I am currently a teacher at a Montessori Academy working...
Elyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elyssa had a good reference and background check, and was polite, friendly, and communicative. We had her assist as a date night sitter for our 5 month old, and we would do so again. She did a nice job."
Maggie F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for infants to 18 years old for 8 years. I have been the swim coach for kids 5-18 years old for 2 years.
Colleen can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Colleen is very responsive, reliable, and great with the kids. I would highly recommend her and happily give a reference if needed."
Anthony C.
Becca L.
Chicago, IL
$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun, Young, College Student Looking For A Part-time Babysitting Job From Mid-May Through Mid-June!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
In addition to having always loved kids and having younger relatives to play with and care for, I've spent the past couple summers working at both day and sleep-away camps for children of all ages. I am Red Cross CPR and Babysitter certified.
Becca can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My girls always have a fun time with Becca! We are so thankful to have found her."
Jennifer K.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Grace, but I also go by Graci. I have felt since a young age my passion and calling in life is to help people. I have 12 years of experience in babysitting and have been a nanny for a baby. I have worked as a swim instructor for 3 years total, which was mainly with children aged 6 months-14 years old.
I love...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace is an extremely reliable person and has helped me many times! From baby sitting to house sitting, she's been super dependable for me and follows all of the instructions given while I'm away. She's absolutely fantastic with children also and always knows what...
Lilliana A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Brea, a 25-year-old college grad with a degree in youth development. I have been working with young children since I was 15 and most recently have been a nanny in a nanny share with two (now) toddlers. I have worked both in home and in daycare settings and have strengths in developmentally appropriate sensory activities,...
Brea can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I needed a last minute sitter on a Saturday when mine cancelled and she was available. She was great with my 2 month old. She was very polite and got on my baby's level to engage him. She was great at soothing him in this period of purple crying. She didn't need...
Janell G.
Diana L.
Chicago, IL
$29-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Diana and I am 27 years old. I have been in the child care field for about 7 years now. I worked at a daycare as a teacher assistant for 2-year-olds for a year and as a nanny to 3 children for about 3 years and a half. I have also babysat for a family during the children's summer break and winter break. I have...
5.0
"Diana is a great caregiver for all ages children. I have not only worked with her but have let her take care of my own child. 100% trustworthy, punctual, and caring!"
Cynthia R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a certified teacher with 12 years of experience and a passion for making a positive impact on children's lives, I believe my creative and friendly nature makes me an exceptional childcare provider. I value open communication with parents, providing regular updates and following their preferred methods of communication.
My...
Jameson can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jamie has been wonderful with our infant and with our dogs! She has really been a life saver and our little one really seems to like her! I am very sad she is going back to school as she is just wonderful for our family"
Stephanie S.
Ella L.
Chicago, IL
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name is Ella, and I'm a 26-year-old Chicago native with a passion for nurturing creativity and imagination in children. Currently, I'm interning at a literary agency, where my love for reading continues to grow every day. When I'm not reading, you'll find me immersed in one of my many crafting projects or enjoying...
Ella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ella is my high school helper every Wednesday afternoon. She always has a smile on her face and the children just love her. She is very dependable and knows what's is expected of her. "
Edith R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Anna, I'm 30 years old and at the moment I'm looking for occasional babysitting opportunities.
My background with child care: In 2017 I graduated from college, bachelor's degree in early childhood education. After four years working as a preschool and kindergarten teacher in Brazil, in 2018 I moved to the...
5.0
"Anna was a wonderful babysitter for our kids while we had a dinner event to attend. She was punctual, smart, kind, and caring. My 3 year old daughter warmed up to her immediately, and seemed like bedtime was a breeze. She also was very gentle with my 6 month old...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have been in child care for almost 18 years now, my experience ranging from full time nanny to families of 3+ children to Childcare/Youth Program Director of large fitness facilities.
I've thoroughly enjoyed learning more and honing my craft in the childcare world, on all levels. I love being able to nurture...
Nneka can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We chose Nneka after many interviews for short term care of my two year old. Nneka was always enthusiastic and positive. She is outgoing. She took my son to the pool and engaged him throughout the day. She is trustworthy and highly recommended!"
Anat G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Alana! I am a gap year premedical student from Chicago! I am a reliable, positive, and creative individual. I have 5 years experience in after school care programming as well as babysitting. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, and Homework Assignments. During college, I was a tutor for...
Alana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Trustworthy, nurturing, and flexible! One of the best!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have over 8 years of experience babysitting children ranging from 6 months old to 14 years old. I am energetic and responsible!
Nora can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a craft-loving, outdoorsy, bookworm who also has a profound love for helping people grow. I've been in professional education for five years, and babysat/nannied my entire young adult life before that. I'm enthusiastic and optimistic while still being structured. I'm here because I want families to thrive, and being a part...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"We hired Rebecca to be our nanny, but it only lasted 2 months. She did fine with the kids, but was unreliable. She was regularly late - and often had things "come up" that caused her to be hours late or not show up at all. I'm sure she would do fine as a...
Rachel W.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Childcare has always been a meaningful part of my life. I have a background in Public Health, along with master's degrees in Health Administration and Health Informatics, and I've worked in health care for several years-but caregiving has consistently remained close to my heart. Throughout undergrad and grad school, I regularly...
Chandler can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"She was great! She was open to staying later then I originally had asked, she was easy to get in touch with and I have a very active 4 year old that tends to test people. She was great with him and I'd definitely rehire her!"
Brittany D.
Rockell D.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and caring person. I am passionate about furthering my time in the Nanny field so that I can continue doing what I love and broadening my experiences. I have...
Rockell can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"considering hiring Rockell as a nanny for your children. Well I can tell you that she has watched my 2 kids for quite a while. She’s great, they loved her! Rock is young and very intelligent. As a nanny for me, she ran errands with no problem. She really tutored my...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Forest Park, IL
Chika K.
5.0
Chika was amazing! I was in town due to a conference and I needed some childcare coverage. Imagine my stress of being out of town, in a new place and not having a sitter. Chika showed up on time and kept my rambunctious toddler entertained while I worked. She communicated well with me during the...
- Stephanie H.
Carol R.
5.0
Carol is a wonderful babysitter who I would absolutely hire again and again, no question! I was traveling to Chicago with my 2 young kids and was looking for an extra set of hands to help out in the hotel. She was engaging, fun and patient with my 2 year old and wonderful with my 4 month old. She...
- Madelyn S.
Rebecca T.
5.0
We enthusiastically recommend Becca! Becca cared for our infant daughter for three months until she was ready for daycare, and occasionally our 20-month-old son on the weekends. We have nothing but positive things to say about Becca; she was wonderful with our children, and gave them lots of active...
- Anna Elizabeth W.
Rocio B.
5.0
We hired Rocio and she was alway super punctual and dependable. She was always respectful of our home. We still call her to babysit for our date nights! Would recommend and hire again!
- Heather S.
Zoe T.
5.0
Zoe has been wonderful with our 6-year-old son! She always brings some materials to do fun things with my super active and interested little boy :) Zoe does not let our son bored at all! She has been very respectful, reliable, professional, and easy to communicate. I would definitely recommend Zoe!
- Tokiko B.
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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 9 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 $21.33 per hour as of April 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.