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60 babysitters are listed in Grayslake, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Grayslake, IL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced mom who has just become a grandma as well. I will provide a safe, caring and creative place for your children.
Linda can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Linda just didn't show up, she always came prepared with fun stuff (arts and craft) to keep the kids engaged. She's a delight and I highly recommend her."
Peju M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Evangelina. I have experience with children. I am intelligent, friendly, generous, funny and responsible. My brief description would be I'm a fun-loving babysitter. I simply enjoy spending time with children. I love taking children to interactive & fun activities such as the park etc. But I can also spend the...
Evangelina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Evangaline got a huge thumbs-up from our seven-year old, and I appreciated her punctuality (arriving a few minutes early) and flexibility (greeting us with a smile despite the fact our evening out extended an hour later than intended). Very professional, very...
Brad L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have experience watching children as young as 2-months-old all the way to 12+. My responsibilities included light housework/errands, feeding, naps/bedtime, sticking to a schedule, playing/interacting, accompanying kids to parks and museums, pick-ups/drop-offs, & creating activities for the children. I am very...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel was great with my kids for after school care. She was very clear about her availability and flexible. She was very detailed and attentive. I really enjoyed hiring her and would have hired her permanently if she hadn't been leaving the country for her...
September L.
5.0
(1)
I am 37 living with my husband and 15yr old daughter. My husband and I have been married for 16yrs. I have been in the childcare industry for a little over 15 years. What I offer for you is: caring for your child, transportation to and from school/after school activities, cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping/general...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Ashley for almost three years now, and believe her to be a wonderful, nurturing and responsible caretaker. Her positive attitude combined with her constant efforts to create a safe and clean environment for children truly reflects the quality of care...
Alexandria S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexandria, and I'm a stay at home mom to a 1-year-old boy!
I am hoping to find a position watching 1-2 children either at my home or yours along with my son. Prior to working in health care I worked full time as a nanny for 7 years. I mostly watched infants-toddlers/ preschool age kids, but also have watched...
Alexandria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alex took care of our daughter for 1.5 yrs - she became part of the family and took great care of our little girl from 8 months old to 2 yrs, and our newborn son from birth to 3 months! She is so kind, warm and always finds fun activities for the kids. Our little...
Care member
Hi, my name is Marnee, and I am a 22-year-old female. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and worked as a nanny when I was 19. I come from a family of early childhood education teachers, and absolutely adore kids. At this time, I am not a nanny but I continue to babysit every weekend for multiple families from ages 2 months-9...
Marnee can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hi families! I'm Ella, a recent graduate of Grayslake Central High School and a current student in the CLC Pre-Medicine program! I'm available for occasional babysitting as well as overnight and weekends. I love kids and am working to become a pediatrician! I am CPR and first aid certified and can provide references. I have...
Gabriella can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have worked with many different baby-sitting families and have worked with many different ages of children. I love athletics and working with children. I worked at a community recreation center and pool for eight years. I am energetic and responsible. I speak Spanish fluently. I spent my time in college (undergraduate studies)...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My experience includes three years of babysitting and caring for children of various ages. I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor, which helps me connect with children easily. I'm CPR certified and have past experiences...
Peyton can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Nayeli F.
Grayslake, IL
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm passionate about caring for children, having spent the last five years as a dedicated childcare provider. I find immense joy in fostering their growth and development, drawing from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. My patient and calm nature, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently in school for nursing. I am CPR certified & a CNA. :) I love dogs & kids, as well as helping the elderly. I love to travel & explore the world :)
Aman B.
Grayslake, IL
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I can't wait to hopefully work with the most amazing families and provide the best care for kids of all ages. I have been working with kids since I was 16 and have gained tons of valuable skills such as communication, problem solving, and patience. I am currently an RN working in a special care nursery/mother baby unit, so I...
Rosanna B.
Grayslake, IL
$16-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am in the Early Childhood field for 15 years from infant through preteen age. I have enjoyed working with many age grouping... I love to get down and get messy and be creative.. I feel so important for a child to unplug and play outside and enjoy the great outdoors.. I am reliable caring and nurturing and love what I do for a...
Rosanna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been sitting and working with children for 6 years now, first starting off with neighborhood kids and then branching out. I am fun and energetic and love interacting with kids. I have taken multiple college courses in child development from both psychological and educational perspectives. For the majority of 3 years, I...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as kind, outgoing and friendly
I like working with kids because when I get to see them grow and thrive in life and different skills being learned it helps boost their confidence
I'm looking for a job that I can help the parents out on weekdays while they are at work and that is can help be with...
Hi, I am interested in helping families with last-minute sitters, dog sitting, helping put the kids down, and even homework.
Leila can also help with: Grocery shopping
2.0
(1)
My name is Daniela. I am 39 and married with two boys. I grew up in a family of 12 kids and being the oldest one, I gained a lot of experience. That is why I love being around kids. I am a loving, caring, responsible, serious and hardworking person. I am also very flexible. I have great references and experience with kids all...
Daniela can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Dawne S.
Grayslake, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 8. 5 years of past experience as a nanny, 15 years of experience working for Chicago Public schools, 5 years experience, working for a Catholic school. I have raised three lovely daughters and now a very proud grandmother of four granddaughters.
Other experiences include: Took children to and from school, lessons and...
Dawne can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have 8+ years of experience working with children of all ages ranging from newborns to 11+. I have bachelors degree in health and human physiology with a certificate in health promotion. I am a certified health coach and I am currently a Vaccine Program Account Manager for hospital system. I absolutely adore children of all...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Grayslake, IL
Linda D.
5.0
My kids don't always warm up to new babysitters easily but they did with Linda. They had fun playing with her and asked if she could come back again and she will!
- Care member
Evangelina R.
5.0
I can’t recommend Eva highly enough as a nanny. During our recent week-long vacation in San Diego, Eva took care of our 6-month-old son on multiple occasions, and the experience was exceptional. From the moment she arrived, it was clear that she had a special knack with babies. By her second day,...
- Ana M.
Rachel B.
5.0
I highly recommend Rachel. Our family has 3 boys - ages: 1,4,6. Rachel was is great managing the different age levels especially when it came to meal requirements and differing bed time routines. She brought her own games and activities for each of the boys as well. She has done overnights with...
- Andrew K.
Ashley R.
5.0
I have known Ashley for almost three years now, and believe her to be a wonderful, nurturing and responsible caretaker. Her positive attitude combined with her constant efforts to create a safe and clean environment for children truly reflects the quality of care that she can offer to you and your...
- Alexandria S.
Alexandria D.
5.0
Alex took care of our daughter for 1.5 yrs - she became part of the family and took great care of our little girl from 8 months old to 2 yrs, and our newborn son from birth to 3 months! She is so kind, warm and always finds fun activities for the kids. Our little ones love her and we’re so glad...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Grayslake, IL:
How can I find a Grayslake babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Grayslake, 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 23 babysitters in Grayslake, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Grayslake, IL?
The average rate for Grayslake, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.04 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 Grayslake, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Grayslake, 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 Grayslake, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Grayslake, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.