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Babysitters in Great Lakes, IL

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Annika C.


Great Lakes, IL

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Arts And Crafts Loving Babysitter!

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I am a very attentive caring person who loves to creatively express myself and in doing that I love to teach my kids that arts and crafts are just as important as actual learning! But even so I love to teach early learning activities and getting kids involved in real world activities in a fun comfortable environment I'd...
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Elicia M.


Great Lakes, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

A Little About Me...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! Working with children has always been a strong passion of mine. Just knowing that I have the ability to help guide mentor and make a positive impact on the future leaders means so much to me. I do believe that working with children can also give me the opportunity to not only teach them but to also learn and grow in the...
Elicia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

As a nurturing caregiver with three years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. My background in early childhood education and my natural patience and creativity allow me to create a safe and stimulating environment for children of all ages. I prioritize open...
Hailie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
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Mya A.


Great Lakes, IL

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

I've always been passionate about nurturing the development of young minds, which led me to become a childcare provider. With a year of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to two children, ranging from toddlers to preteens. I believe in creating a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive. I'm patient,...
Mya can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Nichols C.


Great Lakes, IL

$14-50/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny

I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children, supporting families, and providing a reliable childcare option. As a patient, calm, creative, and friendly individual, I strive to make a positive impact on the lives of children in my care. With three years of childcare experience, I am comfortable caring for one child at...
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Jennifer T.


Great Lakes, IL

$18-50/hr2 yrs exp

Reliable Sitter That'll Take The Best Care Of Your Children.

Hello!! Warm regards I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, and proactive. I like working with kids because I can easily talk to them and guide them through small tasks. One thing you should know about me is I'm in a US navy Sailor so I do work a full time schedule at Captain James Lovell Hospital. However, can...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

To start off I know how to do multiple things, for instance I can cook, I'm in the medical field so I could 100% help out with homework, and I also love the out doors so I have no problem going outside. I get along very well with kids and also have experience with them too as I had baby cousins that I had to care for on multiple...
Daniel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rebecca B.


Great Lakes, IL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Iove To Be At Your Assistance !

I am a 20-year-old active duty sailor with a growth mindset that all children deserve their precious moments to be supervised and cared for. I currently work full-time as a hospital Corpsman at FHCC James, A hospital. I have plenty experience working with kids not only because my family is pretty big but also because I worked at...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mia M.


Libertyville, IL

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
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.

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Sarah W.


Deerfield, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Teacher Available For Summer!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Here's a little about me! I am a teacher and have been teaching in the Chicago area for 9 years. I have experience babysitting for various families over the last 12+ years. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and my Master's degree as a Reading Specialist from DePaul University. I have spent several...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Great communication, very dependable & flexible. BEST decision I've ever made is hiring her. BOTH my children get excited when its her day to come over"

Nicole R.

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Addison S.


Mundelein, IL

$13-21/hr2 yrs exp

Fun And Helpful Sitter

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling
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.

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Ashley R.


Grayslake, IL

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & 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.

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Meghan K.


Libertyville, IL

$12-25/hr6 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced, patient, and compassionate provider of nurturing, fun-filled, loving care. I come from a family where I am the oldest of 4 children, have experience of working with children of all ages, and have had many cultural opportunities from traveling, attending camps, and having the experience of having nannies in my own...
Meghan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Meghan is very responsible and reliable. She is caring and kind. I would definitely hire her again!"

Former Member A.

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Cynthia A.


Gurnee, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

If you are looking for a very responsible, reliable, and fun babysitter to take care of your child at her home while you are at work, running errands, or enjoying some time off... THAT'S ME!! (For care at your place, the hours will be as indicated on my profile, with room to accommodate your needs) I am a mother of two children:...
Cynthia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I can’t say enough wonderful things about Cynthia. She’s been working with us for about a year now, helping to care for our 3 young kids (4, 2, infant). The kids light up when she comes over. Each day she carefully plans out various activities for them based on...

Courtney S.

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Sonia R.


Waukegan, IL

$22/hr20 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a genuine passion for fostering children's growth and development. My 20 years of experience, beginning with my own children, have taught me that patience, creativity, and a friendly approach are essential for a child's well-being. I understand the importance of clear...
Sonia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sonia was punctual and reliable everyday. Helped our little one reach many milestones and was always hands on; playing with toys, going on walks etc."

Nicole K.

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Jill K.


Deerfield, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family. About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two boys (3 mo. and 18 mo. at the time). Throughout the approximately 3 1/2 years that she worked for us, she was...

Margaret D.

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Tetiana Z.


Vernon Hills, IL

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Tetiana

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm a responsible and caring individual on the hunt for a nanny job. I love working with children and helping them grow up happy and healthy. I have 3 years of experience and I'm always ready to assist your family. I enjoy playing with kids, teaching them new things, and creating a safe environment for their...
Tetiana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Tetiana was so helpful. My son has special needs and she really goes out of her way to help him. She takes him to the park and helps clean. He really likes when she cares for him. Very reliable and punctual also"

Melody P.

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Molly E.


Libertyville, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Molly and I am currently finishing my first semester of college at the University of Colorado-Boulder. I have been babysitting since I was in 7th grade and worked as a summer nanny all of high school. I love finding fun activities to do with kids such as arts and crafts, exploring nature, baking, and swimming. I am...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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! "

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Rachel B.


Grayslake, IL

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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...

Andrew K.

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Sarah K.


Lincolnshire, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Tutor Available

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working with children. I have worked with them for about two years, where I helped teach, watch over them and provide what they needed to be comfortable. I believe that from my experiences, I have learned to be patient and able to relate with them very well.
5.0
"Sarah is amazing with children. She is patient, kind, and playful while still holding authority and not allowing the children to run the house. She is an amazing business partner to help you with your child care needs."

Katerina D.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Great Lakes, IL

Mia M.

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 sincerely recommend her.

- Jess P.

Sarah W.

5.0

Great communication, very dependable & flexible. BEST decision I've ever made is hiring her. BOTH my children get excited when its her day to come over

- Nicole R.

Addison S.

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 been amazing! Once we added a second...

- Dana S.

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.

Meghan K.

5.0

Meghan is very responsible and reliable. She is caring and kind. I would definitely hire her again!

- Former Member A.

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