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Maryann H.
Chicago, IL
$18-19/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! Just a friendly, fun, and responsible student who loves to not only take care of kids and teens, but be a role model for them when they need it! I enjoy helping families who need some assistance with managing their kids, and making them feel comfortable with being able to do what they need to do while their kids are...
Maryann can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maryann watched our 5 year old and 2 year old boys during the week and weekends. She was easy to communicate with and sweet with our boys. They enjoyed playing outside, coloring, reading, going to the zoo and other activities with her.
Additionally Maryann...
Kirk T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I was the nanny for one of the North Carolina senator's grandchildren for 4 years. Duties included picking up from school, taking to after school activities, homework, meals and meal prep, laundry, housework, playtime. I have babysat for several different families and different ages and needs including an autistic pre teen. I...
Katelyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katelyn was our nanny for 2 years. She was an excellent nanny. She built amazing relationships with both of my kids. She is responsible, helpful, kind, and went above and beyond. We continue to consider Katelyn as part of the family and keep in contact. I highly...
Care member
Evelyn D.
Chicago, IL
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am flexible with the needs of each family and child. Communication and follow-through are my priorities when taking care of your children how you know best!
Evelyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Evelyn was great! She was on time and had a great presence about her. So much so that my 2 1/2 year old who’s never had a sitter easily gravitated towards her. Will absolutely ask her to help our family and sit for my kiddo again!"
Sotoria B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have roughly 4 years of experience with watching after children. I can help with picking up or dropping off places. I am able to help with homework, chores, errands, and any other things you may need. I'm a junior in college with a major in early childhood education. I love to be around children, they make me feel happy...
Charleton can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Fantastic nanny and caregiver. Gives her full attention to the ones in her care, bringing things for projects and activities. Excellent at providing and enforcing structure. Totally dependable and amazing with my daughter. Would recommend 100%"
Aaron N.
Rachel H.
Chicago, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Ready In Short Notice! Responsible And Dependable With A Positive Demeanor And I Love Kids!
4.8
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Rachel, and I've been a nanny for 13 years. I used to fix feet for, but I quit 13 years ago to be a nanny. I'm reliable, responsible, funny, consistent, empathetic, compassionate, smart, responsible, athletic, creative, kind, thoughtful, generous, courteous, alert, consistent, intelligent, loving, and creative! I am...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I contacted Rachel to provide occasional care for our two children. She was very professional and showed up to the interview early (earning huge bonus points in my book). She's very honest and personable and, from what I gathered in the interview, the type of...
Janelle W.
Alesha S.
Des Plaines, IL
$21-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hiya! My name is Alesha. I've been working with kids since I was 14 but, I've been watching my siblings and family/friend's kid since I was 10. l am a mother and dog owner. I love working with children of all ages. I enjoy being active, e. g, going outside, making crafts, and playing games with the children I watch. In addition...
Alesha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alesha has been caring for our daughters for almost 3 years now. I cant say enough great things about her. Due to COVID, we are not able to give her enough hours so it breaks our hearts to see her go. She is always on time, dependable, knowledgeable and just has a...
Michelle R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I have 4 years of experience in childcare ranging from children from 6 months to 15years old. I was a lead daycare teacher assistant , I helped train employees when they first started, them the priority of childcare safety. I'm 21 years old. I absolutely adore working with children which is why I'm looking for a...
Niaja can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I had the pleasure of having Niaja as our nanny for the past six months, and she has been absolutely wonderful. Niaja is incredibly reliable, always punctual, and has a natural ability to connect with our children. Our kids adore her and always look forward to the...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a current registered nurse who works in the NICU who loves working with children overall. Over the years I have worked for many families with kids ranging from 6 weeks old to 12 years old, volunteered as tutor, volunteered with kindergartners at a local elementary school three times a week, worked as an assistant...
Edwydge can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Edwydge began helping out my family caring for my son when he was only 2 months old! He was a very needy infant who required constant soothing and attention- Edwydge's calming demeanor was the perfect match! She is reliable, always flexible when unexpected schedule...
Jessica C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for 5 years. I worked as a one on one companion with a child who has special needs for the past 3 years. I enjoy playing games with the kids and am very adaptable to meet schedule needs.
Kaitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her. "
Ling L.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Donalisa! I like working with kids because working with kids is fun.
There's never a day that is the same with children. You get to be a part of a community that helps children learn, grow, and develop to their greatest potential. I have always had a passion for working with children.
I started working with kids when I...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Donalisa is wonderful! She is kind, calm, playful, dependable, and fully present with the kids. My children adore her, and always look forward her coming over to watch them. She is a real professional- I always feel relaxed and grateful knowing that my children...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 27-year-old doctoral student (clinical psychology for children/adolescents). I have several years of both clinical and non-clinical experience with children. I have nannied (full-time and part-time) for >10 years. I worked as an ABA therapist at a therapeutic school with children aged 5-14 for a year prior to grad school....
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Anna to help us out with our daughter while we hosted several dinner guests. She was early and connected with Samantha the moment she walked in the door. We certainly appreciated her flexibility as our dinner party lasted a bit longer than originally...
Derek L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Amy . I have 3 years of experience working at a childcare facility working with infants through preschoolers. I also earned my Bachelor's degree in psychology at University back in 2018. I am currently attending graduate student at University (only remote learning). I'm looking for a part time position to...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Amy was on time to watch our toddler and sent me pictures throughout the day. Our daughter was exhausted from all of the fun and slept great that night! I would highly recommend Amy and we're excited to have her come back in the future."
Brittany S.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Paulette has been working with our family for two years and she is delightful, dependable, and a fantastic caregiver for our 2.5 yr old son. Paulette has also been incredibly flexible and saved us as we navigated COVID and needed more childcare. She does a great...
Amanda M.
Lauryn A.
Chicago, IL
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a college graduate and I have 8 years of experience for caring for infants to teens. I am great at helping around the household and I am a very all around caregiver. I can bring the kids to the park and help them with their homework. I get tasks done efficiently and make sure the child I am caring for gets the...
Lauryn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was punctual and our son had a great night."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and energetic mother of three. Now that my daughters are in school and one is happily married, I'm looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing the thing I love. I think kids should learn as much as they can about the world around them and it's up to adults to teach them to respect others, nature,...
Francia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Francia has been with our family full time for 3.5 years. She has been nothing short of amazing with both my children.
My son was born 3 months premature, and she handled his medical concerns and issues with professionalism and confidence. If she ever questioned...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Gabi and I'm a 32-year-old professional moving to Santa Monica from Chicago in October. I used to live in LA 10 years ago, and decided I have had enough of the winters, so I'm back!
I have15+ years of childcare experience, including nannying, babysitting, and teaching swim lessons. (I was also a competitive swimmer...
Gabi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"We adore Gabi and have found her to be warm, firm, and entirely responsible in her approach."
Ragnar C.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Amy! I am a graduate from North Central College & currently reside in the Northwest suburbs. I am seeking a babysitting and/or nanny position, open to full or part-time. I was a Special Education Teaching Assistant for 3 years, and worked with Preschool-2nd grade. I have also occasionally assisted with my Grandma's home...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amy was wonderful with our 2.5 year old daughter. We needed a sitter in just a few days and Amy even made time to come over the day before to meet us and go over our routine. I would definitely hire her again. My daughter said she had so much fun playing with Amy...
Amie J.
Safiya B.
Evanston, IL
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We have used Safiya a bunch. She is great. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have over 10 years of experience in childcare, during which I have successfully nurtured and supported children of various age groups. I have a child of my own who is a teenager now.
I can ensure your child's well-being in any situation..
I have experience with children w disabilities my child has a attention deficit...
5.0
"I hired Elizabeth in February of this year for over the weekend for my daughter's birthday.She took great care of my 12 year old girl,She's an American Pit Bull Terrier.My dog is old but she enjoys her walks and the outdoor life.She is older now so she needs alot...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Full time Speech-Language Pathologist available for occasional weekend help with advanced notice.
I am comfortable with anyone, from very energetic kiddos to those who are more reserved. I also have experience working with children with autism, speech and language disorders, feeding difficulties, etc. Most of my babysitting,...
Lila can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Not only was Lila my Pet Sitter, Baby Sitter but she was also a coworker.I can attest to Lila's dedication in all things she does.She is wonderful with kids of all ages.She is silly, exciting and engaging with them.She gets down and really plays with them, engages...
Amanda F.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Golf, IL
Maryann H.
5.0
Maryann was very friendly, warm, and communicative. She helped us out with a last minute babysitting need and we will definitely be booking her again in the future! Thanks!
- Care member
Katelyn R.
5.0
Katelyn was our nanny for 2 years. She was an excellent nanny. She built amazing relationships with both of my kids. She is responsible, helpful, kind, and went above and beyond. We continue to consider Katelyn as part of the family and keep in contact. I highly recommend Katelyn for any of your...
- Care member
Evelyn D.
5.0
Evelyn was a delight for my 3 kids and our dogs, too! They baked brownies, played outside, and will be glad to see her again :-)
- Elaine M.
Charleton K.
5.0
Fantastic nanny and caregiver. Gives her full attention to the ones in her care, bringing things for projects and activities. Excellent at providing and enforcing structure. Totally dependable and amazing with my daughter. Would recommend 100%
- Aaron N.
Rachel H.
5.0
I contacted Rachel to provide occasional care for our two children. She was very professional and showed up to the interview early (earning huge bonus points in my book). She's very honest and personable and, from what I gathered in the interview, the type of person I'd want around my kids. She...
- Janelle W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Golf, IL:
How can I find a Golf babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Golf, 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 1 babysitters in Golf, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Golf, IL?
The average rate for Golf, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 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 Golf, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Golf, 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.