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Find babysitters in Fox Lake, IL that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Fox Lake, IL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Fox Lake, IL

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Katie T.


McHenry, IL

$10-19/hr10 yrs exp

Afternoon And Weekend Sitter Looking To Help Out With Your Kids

5.0

(1)

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I'd describe my personality as caring, helpful, friendly. I like working with kids because they are fun and have wonderful imaginations, and I can learn from them. I'm looking for a job that I can do after my regular job (7am-3:30pm) or on the weekends. I started working with kids when I was in high school. I have been...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Katie was great with our Lainey. Lainey warmed up to her right away. She took great care of her. Katie sent photos daily while we were gone with updates. We appreciated that, and it allowed us to enjoy our trip without worrying about Lainey."

Sue B.

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Caitlin N.


Wauconda, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Sitter With Early Childhood M.Ed. Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents! I have spent 20+ years caring for children (newborns-12 years old) and am currently an elementary education teacher (kindergarten through second grade) with master's degrees in reading and curriculum design. I spend the majority of my day with young children and am also bilingual (English and Spanish speaking)....
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Caitlin responded quickly and allowed short notice babysitting after my original sitter cancelled on me. She was punctual, courteous, and provided quality care. Would definitely rehire."

Frank G.

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Denise N.


Ingleside, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Available For Last- Minute And Full-Time Care.

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 30 years of experience with newborns through teenagers. I'm patient, calm and committed to safety. I'm a non-smoker and comfortable with any pets in the home. My background check is available for you to see.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

4.0
"Denise was wonderful with my children. Always doing something new and fun."

Stacy L.

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Kendra H.


McHenry, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hey Everyone! My Name Is Kendra! I Can't Wait To Hopefully Help You Out

I'd describe my personality as kind, outgoing and energetic I like working with kids because I get the opportunity to help kids grow and help them develop! I started working with kids when I was in middle school! I would volunteer to help the special education classes and have taught a special education class by myself my...
Kendra can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We interviewed Kendra about six months ago and have been using her for date nights since. She's the only person outside of family that we completely trust with our 15 month old. While we've used other sitters, Kendra is truly next level. She shows sincere care,...

Annie H.

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Karen S.


Trevor, WI

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Mom of 3 children. I would love to provide safe, caring and fun child care for you. Whether it be occasional or on a continual schedule. I have a "quirky" fun-loving personality, yet I am serious when it comes to safety and behavior. Of course, I would implement whatever type of correction or direction that you instruct...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Karen was so warm and genuine . From the moment we started interacting I knew I could trust her with our baby girl . She watched our baby two nights for us while we were traveling from out of town. Our baby S was colicky at 4 months old and Karen handled her with...

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Maya C.


Grayslake, IL

$22-24/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hey families! My name is Maya, I'm 23 years old. I have experience with infants-elementary school children. I've been a nanny for 5+ years but worked with children in different settings before becoming a full time nanny.
Maya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"I needed a last-minute sitter for my sister's children in time for my child-free wedding since her original sitter fell through. Maya was there to save the day! While she started out communicating with me, she was more than willing to call my sister to chat...

Nathaly R.

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Malgorzata K.


Wauconda, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Child Caregiver Available

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

My name is Malgorzata. I have 15 years of experience working with children ages 0 through 15 years. I'm a patient, energetic, and hardworking person who loves working with kids. I can provide reading, singing, painting, dancing, teach kids numbers, letters, shapes, Polish language, going to the parks, library and more. I have an...
Malgorzata can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Our family had the pleasure of having Gosia as our full time nanny from January 2017 till August 2017. We are sad that we can't keep her on, but with our kids starting school, full time care won't be an option for us. While she was with us Gosia's...

Roxanne A.

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Mariah O.


Ingleside, IL

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Mariah, I Am 18 Years Old And Just Finished My Sophomore Year Of College.

I like working with kids because they have a sense of wonder that is different from ours. I have 5 younger siblings ages 3-13 and I am endlessly entertained by their way of doing and seeing things. Since I was 5 at home, but I've been babysitting other peoples children since I was 10. I have experience with autistic children. I...
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Haley K.


Ringwood, IL

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Haley and I love working with children. I am currently a preschool special education teacher and looking to start my masters. I am currently learning sign language and Spanish. I love spending time with my family and friends especially boating in the summer. I am a dog Auntie but soon to have a nephew. Excited to...
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Kaila K.


McHenry, IL

$14-20/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi, I'm Kaila. I currently work at an elementary school with kids between the ages of 5-7 . I have also worked at a middle school with kids between the ages of 12- 13 . I have 2 younger siblings that are 13 & 10 that I have babysat since they were toddlers. I have nannied 3 kids ages between 1- 6 during the summer of 2023. In...
Kaila can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Morgan S.


McHenry, IL

$15-16/hr6 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Morgan! I have babysitting experience for the past 6 years. I'm a 19-year-old that just started my second semester at MCC and love working with kids. I am responsible, caring, and dedicated to what I work on. I have my own car so I can help with dropping off, picking up your kids if you need. I can help with light...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Jessica K.


Trevor, WI

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Mama Looking To Help Other Families!

Hello there! I am a 27-year-old mama to a 3-year-old little boy! I love being a mom it's so rewarding. I am on here to help other families that need a babysitter. I stay home with my son & would like to be able to help out. I have lots of background with children as I have my own and used to babysit cousins and family and also...
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Sophia T.


Wauconda, IL

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Sophia and I am a PR professional living in Chicago. I am the second oldest in my family and have 3 younger siblings, so babysitting has always been a natural thing for me. I am available to babysit occasional nights and weekends.
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Lexi P.


McHenry, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lexi, I am 22 years old. I have been working with kids since I was 15 as a babysitter, nanny, tutor, camp counselor and daycare teacher. I am an expert at planning fun games, crafts and activities! I am CPR certified and safety is always my number one priority. I pride myself in being punctual, caring, and...
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Bailey C.


McHenry, IL

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Bailey, and I have been babysitting on and off since I was 14 years old. My experience consists of caring for young cousins from the ages of 3-11, family friends' children ages 5-13, and neighborhood kids ages 2-13. Activities I like to implement and enjoy are playing outside, making food, reading, arts and crafts,...
Hi! I am a current college student at Coastal Carolina University, but I will be home over the summer (May 8 - Aug 16 ish), and am looking for a nannying job. I have nannied and babysat for multiple families over the last 6 years. I am the oldest of 6 kids, so I am naturally very nurturing and caring and enjoy working with...
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Martha P.


Antioch, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun , Energetic And Love To Read. Specially To Little Ones.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a a nanny with 15 years of experience and a chef. I specialize in healthy meals for the kids. I am extremely organized and flexible to the family's needs. Love pets!! I will include your four legged family member in my adventures with the children. My favorite thing to do is to read to the children. I know how...
Martha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

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Daryl G.


Antioch, IL

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Babysitting experience over the last 6 years. I am CPR certified, and have previously taken child development classes. I have worked for several different families, working with a 3-month-old, a 3-year-old, a 6year old, a 7-year-old, and a 9-year-old. I am comfortable working with children of all ages, and working with multiple...
Daryl can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Jacqulyn C.


Grayslake, IL

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Jacqulyn.! Born and raised in Grayslake, IL. I've babysat for almost 6 years now. I'm very flexible with my hours and willing to lend a hand wherever I am needed.
Jacqulyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Emily A.


Antioch, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Thanks in advance for taking the time to view my profile; reach out if you have questions I recently left my operation manager position at a gym due to changes during a recent buyout. I am looking to get back into nannying. I like working with children of all ages because I enjoy watching them grow emotionally and...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fox Lake, IL

Katie T.

5.0

Katie was great with our Lainey. Lainey warmed up to her right away. She took great care of her. Katie sent photos daily while we were gone with updates. We appreciated that, and it allowed us to enjoy our trip without worrying about Lainey.

- Sue B.

Caitlin N.

5.0

Caitlin responded quickly and allowed short notice babysitting after my original sitter cancelled on me. She was punctual, courteous, and provided quality care. Would definitely rehire.

- Frank G.

Denise N.

4.0

Denise was wonderful with my children. Always doing something new and fun.

- Stacy L.

Kendra H.

5.0

We interviewed Kendra about six months ago and have been using her for date nights since. She's the only person outside of family that we completely trust with our 15 month old. While we've used other sitters, Kendra is truly next level. She shows sincere care, love, and responsibility while she...

- Annie H.

Karen S.

5.0

Really appreciate how well Karen communicated and asked questions about my dog. He really took to her and I think dogs are an excellent judge of character!

- Brenda G.

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Babysitters in Fox Lake, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.