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5.0
(3)
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
"I was nervous to try Care.com, but when Sarah showed up - it was so great and all worries went away!
Sarah is wonderful to work with and my son absolutely adores her. He is always happy when we return. They play, laugh, and have fun.
Sarah is smart,...
Megan C.
Anna K.
Mundelein, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Agnes and I am from Poland. I have been working with children of all ages. With my first family I have been for 12 years since the baby girl was 3 months. Then I started working for another family with 2 kids. I have been with them since 8 years. Unfortunately kids are going to school and I won't be needed for...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Agnes worked for me for 12 years as a nanny . She was always on time never called in sick .
Agnes is a wonderful person and so dependable, really there is not one better I would trust my children with ."
Sandy E.
Keyla R.
Waukegan, IL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I'm interested in this position! I'm a college student looking to help on weekends. I have 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages.
Keyla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Keyla is very attentive to children's needs. Very helpful and was always on time."
Sonia C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi parents!
My name is Shayna, I am 26, and have been babysitting for about 10 years now. I have experience with infants to teens and absolutely love kids. I took childcare classes in high school and child development and infant development at College where I recently received my bachelor's in Psychology. I'm looking for part...
Shayna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My girls really enjoy having Shayna sit for them. She is great about playing with the kids and making it fun for them. We were a bit nervous to have someone new watch our girls when we moved to the area years ago and we are so happy that we found Shayna. "
Leslie W.
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
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.
Mariya K.
Gurnee, IL
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Honest, Energetic, Mature Nanny w/6 Years of Experience Looking for a P/T or F/T Position
5.0
(9)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a mother of 2 great kids and I was a teacher for kids, ages 3-8. I love children and have many years of experience. I live in Gurnee. My best attributes are trustworthy, patience, honesty, punctual, flexible and easy to get along with. I believe in engaging children in creative play and educational activities rather...
Mariya can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mariya is a very reliable, trustworthy and affectionate babysitter/nanny. When we hired her, it was our first time having a full-time nanny and from the first day we felt so comfortable leaving our son in her care. Mariya is very hands-on, engaged and patient with...
Rachel J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 30-year-old college graduate from Columbia College Chicago. I graduated in 2013 with a Fashion Business degree. I have continued to do what I love best and that's be with kids. I feel like the BEST me is brought out when I'm around your kids and I would love the opportunity to be your babysitter/Nanny. I love going to the...
Dana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made snacks or meals for them and generally took wonderful care of them. She was extremely dependable and my kids love her...
Michelle L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have helped multiple families by caring for their children. My responsibilities include: driving the children to and from sport practices or school; playing games or helping them with their homework. I also help with small chores like: preparing meals, cleaning dishes, feeding and playing with their animals.
Lillian can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lily has been a wonderful babysitter for our four children! She’s reliable, friendly, and the kids really enjoy having her babysit! I would definitely recommend Lily to any family looking for someone trustworthy and sweet to watch their children! "
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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 has been caring for our 15 month old daughter and I cannot imagine a better person to care for my precious little one! Afsheen is amazing, she is very calm and she creates an environment where our daughter can thrive. We have seen our daughter reach key...
Yueli L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Elbia and I have many years of experience with children. Children are my passion I have cared for families with one child to a family with four children. I have experience with new borns. I have my own car to drive the children to practice, school, sport clubs and etc.
Elbia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elbia is a wonderful person and we trust her completely with our children! She’s been taking care of our 3 boys for over a year. She’s someone who loves this job. She has a calm and loving demeanor and is very playful too. Our boys always look forward to seeing her...
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Ana V.
Waukegan, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Trusty and caring nanny, ready to take care of your little ones, I will surely treat your children as mine with patient and love
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"She is amazing with kids, offers help in whatever you need and is very caring and patient. Always on time and when we have a change in schedule she is very flexible. I would rate her 5 starts if I could. My family and I love Ana."
Daniela T.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heather is very dependable and reliable. We hired her for a before school care position and never once was she late or had any issues. From the first time I talked to her you instantly know that she is someone who would care for your child as she would care for her...
Meredith C.
Cailin C.
Mundelein, IL
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Cailin and I attended ISU, majoring in Early Childhood Ed for 2 years. Afterwards, I majored in Sociology with a minor in Children's Studies. I left school during Covid to nanny and teach Pre-K at Primrose School of Long Grove.
I am very passionate about teaching and caring for children and would love to work...
Cailin can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I have been working as a babysitter for over 10 years now. I am a caring and outgoing person. Reliable, always on time . I love to work with the parents , talking about kids needs and concerns, always being open-minded and flexible. I am a very understanding person . I have a lot of energy as well as I have a lot of patience. I...
Marcela can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Taylor M.
Gurnee, IL
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm passionate about caring for children, as my previous babysitting roles have shown me. I'm known for my patient and calm nature, and I'm always friendly and approachable. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents about their child's day or any issues that arise. I follow the parents'...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced infant caregiver, preschool and elementary school teacher. I describe myself as a lover of children's books, nature, cooking, writing and artistic endeavors. I look forward to learning your child's personality to work with them to help them achieve milestones and gain independence. I look forward to using my...
Suzanne can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I currently work as a case worker. I work with children ages 6-11. I am willing to help you with yours as well
Belinda can also help with: Craft assistance
Olivia V.
Deerfield, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Olivia and I have been working with kids for 10 years now. Every child is different, and I enjoy experiencing each child's uniqueness and watching them grow! I have received the American Red Cross CPR Recertification back as well as the American Red Cross Babysitting Certification. I have also completed a...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children for about seven years. I have experience with all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I have experience working in daycares, babysitting, and nannying. I offer a nurturing and caring environment for you and your family. I have an associate's degree in applied sciences in children and adolescents and an...
Kristina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Miranda M.
Highland Park, IL
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi families!! My name is Miranda and I am 23 years old from Highland Park! I graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign in 2023. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and also worked at an after school program for a couple years in high school for Kindergarteners and up!
I'd describe my personality as...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Great Lakes, IL
Sarah K.
5.0
I was nervous to try Care.com, but when Sarah showed up - it was so great and all worries went away!
Sarah is wonderful to work with and my son absolutely adores her. He is always happy when we return. They play, laugh, and have fun.
Sarah is smart, positive, caring, polite and just a joy to...
- Megan C.
Anna K.
5.0
Agnes worked for me for 12 years as a nanny . She was always on time never called in sick .
Agnes is a wonderful person and so dependable, really there is not one better I would trust my children with .
- Sandy E.
Keyla R.
5.0
She's very dependable and hard working. She's also very well at communicating.
- Susana D.
Shayna L.
5.0
My daughters (12 & 9) LOVE Shayna. They cannot wait for her to come over and I don't feel in a rush to come home from my night out knowing she is in charge. She is a good role model for my almost teenager as well. My daughter likes to talk to Shayna about her middle school and high school...
- Jennifer L.
Maya C.
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 about the kids and anything they might...
- Nathaly R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Great Lakes, IL:
How can I find a Great Lakes babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Great Lakes, 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 8 babysitters in Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, IL?
The average rate for Great Lakes, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.00 per hour as of January 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 Great Lakes, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Great Lakes, 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.