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60 babysitters are listed in Grayslake, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Grayslake, IL
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Molly! I'm a responsible, caring, and energetic caregiver with a passion for working with children. As a college student at the University, I'm majoring in Advertising with a minor in Media Studies, and I love using my creativity to engage kids in fun, educational activities.
With experience in childcare and a natural...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Molly is great! She watched my two kids (B-7 and G-12) and they loved her. She took them to the park, made lunch, and hung with the kids all day. I came home to a clean house and happy, well-loved kids! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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.
Ingleside, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For the past 8 and a half years I've worked at a Montessori school. 7 years as an assistant, and a year and a half as the teacher for toddlers and two's. I have my CDA and am First Aid and CPR certified. I believe that all children should be able to explore and experience their environment in their own way.
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heather is great with our three young kids 3, 5, 7. Highly recommend. She helps with dishes and laundry if there is time."
Susan B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Good morning everyone,
I'm a schooled vet assistant as well as I have been in animal rescue for over 20 years, this is my passion. I watch your 4 legged children in my home where they get the proper care they deserve. I will send pictures as well as videos and they will not be in any danger with kennel cough as well as fights ....
Suzanne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"WONDERFUL! An absolute delight. She was wonderful with the kids and the dogs. Prompt even though it was last min. and even brought me coffee! I would recommend her to anyone!"
Trevor F.
Mia M.
Libertyville, IL
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have been babysitting since I was in 6th grade. I have also worked in a daycare (specifically the infant room), worked at a special needs summer camp, and have taken many child education courses at college. I am a self designed major at Carthage, however I have completed 3 years worth of education classes. I love...
Mia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mia is amazing!! She is great with kids of all ages (mine are 3, 8, 11). She always finds fun activities for each kid. Mia is punctual, responsible, and reliable. The kids always have a great time with her and request her as a sitter. Mia is a joy and I...
Jess P.
Ava M.
Lake Zurich, IL
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*About Me:*
Hi there! I'm Ava, a responsible and caring babysitter with a passion for childcare. With 6+ years of experience looking after children aged 8 months to 13 years, I understand the importance of creating a safe and nurturing environment for kids to thrive in. I am currently pursuing my dream of becoming an elementary...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ava is helping with both of our kids and she is great. They are super excited when she comes to take care of them. She helps out three days a week after school and drives them to after school activities. Highly recommend Ava."
Mark T.
5.0
(1)
I have 2-3 years of experience babysitting young children. I can provide carpooling, housekeeping, laundry, help with online schooling, crafts, and provide a fun experience for your children! I am in college currently studying to become a nurse, so helping out anyone and everyone is what I love to do!
Addison can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We've used Addi as a babysitter for our kids for the last 4 years. She was the first non-family member we left our first child with at only a few months old. After finding out our first son had special needs, we still relied on her to watch him and she has always...
Dana S.
5.0
(22)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old. I love kids! I am the oldest of three and have plenty of experience taking care of children. I am extremely family oriented. I am looking for a special family that I can babysit part time and/or occasionally for. I look forward to meeting you!
Nathalie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie is an excellent caregiver. We highly recommend Natalie."
Kirsty E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a registered nurse who decided to stay home and care for my children after I had my third child in December, 2015. I have cared for for three to four other children during the past 5 years. I have experience with many age groups including newborn care (3 of my own children and labor and delivery experience in the hospital)....
Tamara can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"As a working mom of three children, I can tell you that I know how scary it is to be looking on Care.com for someone to watch your children. I know how unsettling it is to think about a stranger coming into your home to spend time with your most precious...
Nikki K.
Melvie M.
Round Lake, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
been doing caregiver for over 12 years, I am efficient, honest and God fearing individual. I love to take care of people and been recommended to many seniors and children.
Melvie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melvie is an exceptional caregiver. She is warm and attentive to my 99 year old mother taking care of basic needs and also keeping her engaged throughout the day. She is dependable and willing to adjust ther schedule if necessary. We are fortunate to have her as...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a teacher for children in Brazil, I work in two schools at the same time, one as a Portuguese/English teacher for children aged 5 and the other as a daycare provider with babies aged 1 to 2 years. I decided to be an au pair and became fluent in English and I had a wonderful experience with a host family that I love so much...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ana took such great care of our 3-year old boy. She always kept him safe and came up with fun activities to do with him. She's always find a new art project around things that he was interested in at the time. She is a safe driver and took him to the library,...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a younger brother and several young family members that I've taken care of since they were toddlers. I enjoy any activities with children that will develop their learning and hands on skills. I am also open to any new activities to achieve the best possible company a young child may need during his/her critical learning...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Stephanie is the best. It wasn't long before she became part of the family. The kids were always thrilled to see her, even if they knew that it meant work for them. My dogs loved her from the start, that's how I knew i could trust her. She was always on time and...
Khristina A.
Afsheen J.
Mundelein, IL
$25-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Afsheen. I am looking for a babysitting job near me. I live in Mundelein. I am 46 years old and have a lot of experience with kids. I have older kids of my own and can take in any challenge with any kid. I love kids and can't wait to babysit! I can pickup and drop off kids to there destination! I am available from...
5.0
"Afsheen was very caring for my kids. She is someone who is trustworthy and loving. I would most definitely recommend her and re-hire her for any future needs."
Care member
5.0
(4)
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
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.
Aleks S.
Round Lake, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I recently graduated college as a 22-year-old and I am looking for child care positions during my post-grad period. I have cared for multiple families in the past and I am excited to help out more families with childcare needs. I am CPR certified, I have experience with children of various ages (3-16), and most importantly-...
5.0
"Aleks babysit my 6 year old and she was so amazing with her. My daughter can't stop talking about her and asking for her to come back and watch her again. She was very professional, reliable, and kind. She played with my daughter all day and was great with our...
Mercedes B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Thanks for taking time out of your schedule to look at my profile!
My name is Lisa and I graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor's of Arts and Science in Theater Design and Production. During my years there, I've learned such skills as sewing, various arts and crafts methods, and managing teams of people....
Lisa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I hired Lisa to watch my 5-year-old she was wonderful with her very caring thoughtful and energetic. She is the type of babysitter that is willing to get on the floor and play with the kids non-stop, she has a very creative mind and came up with super cool...
Stephanie C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am currently a 5th Grade teacher.. I have worked as a babysitter for 10 years. I have watched children that age from 1-13. I worked at the daycare at my high school for two years, ages 3-6, and even more! I love the positive environment around kids and am very patient and flexible. I am athletic, but also enjoy crafts and...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Katie is very caring, responsible and understanding. Definitely recommend her. When she was unable to make it in because of an illness, she would provide a backup. That was very appreciated!"
Vanessa A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I do babysitting for more than 10 years now. I take care children with the ages 4months -7years old. I do care giving too for elderly.
Carina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We hired Carina to watch our five year old daughter and drive her between two preschools. Carina was wonderful! She was reliable and consistently on time. She communicated well and gave consistent check-ins. Lastly, she was very caring and thoughtful with our...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been working as a caregiver in some fashion most of my life. I began watching children towards the end of grade school and continued babysitting until I graduated from high school. Shortly after graduation I earned a diploma as a medical assistant and went to work for a pediatrician. I supported myself in college working...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive, resourceful and simply fantastic. She is always on top of things and makes sure our house is running smoothly. She is also an...
Deborah Q.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Grayslake, IL
Molly E.
5.0
Molly is great! She watched my two kids (B-7 and G-12) and they loved her. She took them to the park, made lunch, and hung with the kids all day. I came home to a clean house and happy, well-loved kids!
- Care member
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.
Heather L.
5.0
Heather is great with our three young kids 3, 5, 7. Highly recommend. She helps with dishes and laundry if there is time.
- Susan B.
Suzanne D.
5.0
WONDERFUL! An absolute delight. She was wonderful with the kids and the dogs. Prompt even though it was last min. and even brought me coffee! I would recommend her to anyone!
- Trevor F.
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How can I find a Grayslake babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Grayslake, IL?
The average rate for Grayslake, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.79 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 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 12 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.