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Hi! I'm a college student, a non smoker, and COVID vaccinated. I also am able to provide a reference from another family I've babysat for if you'd like.
I unfortunately do not have a car, but I am very familiar with the bus and metro system.
I like working with kids because I've always found such happiness in being able to look...
I volunteered and worked at a Day Care Center I have plenty of experience caring for infants little as newborn. If you would like to know more feel free to email me, thank you!
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Karla C.
Harwood Heights, IL
$19-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a friendly, kind and responsible babysitter who loves creativity and fostering the growth and development of children. I have one year of experience as a babysitter and am skilled at creating a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages, I love to spend time outdoors and take walks as long as the weather...
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Urszula, and I love to take care of children! I grew up in Poland, and I'm the oldest of six siblings. I'm a very outdoorsy and creative person who enjoys hiking, kayaking, swimming, skating, and knitting. I'm an energetic, unselfish, sympathetic, and dependable person who values friendship, loyalty, and promptness....
Urszula can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Alondra D.
Harwood Heights, IL
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've been a nurturing caregiver for the past year, and I'm passionate about supporting families by providing childcare. I've always wanted to make a positive impact on the lives of children, and I believe that my calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, make me an ideal caregiver.
I prioritize...
I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them.
I'm patient and calm, creative and imaginative, and friendly and approachable. I believe that children thrive in a nurturing environment where they feel safe and loved, and I strive to create this type of environment for every child I...
Hi,
I am an experienced nanny looking for my next family. I have over 10 years of experience in caring for children and raising my own.
In my last position I took care of two twin babies from newborn to 18 months. Duties included preparing meals and feeding the babies, changing, putting to sleep and playing.
I also took care of...
Beata can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I work as a school teacher on Fridays and Saturdays. I am also a nanny with 16 years of experience (infants, toddlers, and school ages) and I absolutely love children! I'm responsible, patient, active, and honest. I'm neat, punctual, and most importantly a non smoker. I'm fully vaccinated.
Documents: Certificate of...
Beata can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hanan N.
Harwood Heights, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of various ages. My passion for working with kids stems from my previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. As a creative and friendly individual, I enjoy engaging children in outdoor...
Vanessa P.
Harwood Heights, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi all! I'm currently in pharmacy school at UIC and looking for a part-time or occasional date night sitter position. I have experience in tutoring and babysitting children ranging from 3-12 years old. I hope to specialize in pediatrics after graduating, so I really enjoy bonding with children and providing an enjoyable, safe...
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Maria, I was working for The Salvation Army, who is a Christian organization for 23 years, I've been working with children from infants through 18 years of age . I am calm, loving, and caring. I am a Christian woman who loves working with kids, I like art, craft, like to play games, and have fun. CPR/first Aid...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She’s caring, loving and sweet.
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Care member
4.7
(3)
Hello, I'm Carolina and I am a social worker looking for part time babysitting arrangements.
I enjoy being around babies, children & pets! I have 8+ years of babysitting experience! I am very determined, outgoing, caring, and innovative. Feel free to message me any time with any questions or concerns!
Carolina can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Arrives on time and the kids are always excited to see her. "
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Suha Z.
Des Plaines, IL
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(24)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Suha is great! Always on time and so sweet with my son."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an AMI trained Montessori teacher with a Masters in Education, looking for evening and weekend babysitting work. I have been working with children since I was in high school, and have been teaching in a Montessori classroom for 7 years. I love working with children of all ages, and am happy to help with homework,...
Greta can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We have used Greta several times and she is wonderful. Reliable and warm. She engages our daughter and they play together well. Highly recommend her."
Lis C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Lindsey. I have a breadth of childcare experience, ranging from kiddos as young as six months, to teenagers. I'm fully vaccinated and I observe all CDC guidelines. I'm willing to do whatever makes you and your family most comfortable.
I've spent 9+ years as a camp counselor and wilderness trip leader for young...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lindsey worked for me as a camp counselor at my all-girls, residential summer camp. Lindsey managed what many young people cannot...she found the balance between being our campers' friend/playmate and parent/trusted confidante. Lindsey is able to dress up, be...
Kat M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving and kind babysitter who loves to play with kids and help them use their imagination! I currently during the week am a household manager / nanny and looking for extra supplemental hours to make a bit more during the week ! I am pretty flexible especially on weekends ! So late night date nights I can absolutely do...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Danielle is great! We hired her to come to our hotel room and watch our two boys while we went out to dinner. I was a bit nervous to leave my kids with a stranger in a new city, but Danielle put me at ease right away, and she was a huge help to us when we were in...
Ingrid O.
Jenny G.
Evanston, IL
$23-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 kids of my own, who are all grown up with the youngest being 26 years old. I also have 7 grand kids, (ages 1 month - 18 years) whom I babysit for on occasions. I have many years of childcare experience.
I enjoy taking care of kids of all ages. I do things that they enjoy like coloring, puzzles, field trips, games, and...
Jenny can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"June 27, 2024
To whom it may concern,
I’m writing you today to let you know all about Jenny G.. She is responsible, caring, smart, alert and always full of energy on your behalf. I’ve used her as my caregiver for all of this year. She’s bathed me, helped me to...
Catherine K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience babysitting began when I was just 12 years old. I put an ad in a local newspaper. I got one response and with my mother's supervision, I took care of a 3-year-old boy that summer. The relationship with him and his family turned into a 25-year friendship. I babysat throughout high school and then eight years ago, I...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Nancy is sent from heaven!! As a mom new to IL, finding a new sitter always made me a bit nervous. That changed shortly after meeting Nancy! She engaged and got to know the kids from the start. She gave us a full report each time we returned home. My kids are so...
Jc B.
Meggie D.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
HIGHLY EXPERIENCED, Upbeat & *FUN* Sitter W/ STELLAR References!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a 35-year-old Syracuse University graduate & published playwright who recently moved to Chicago from NYC. I have 10+ years of professional child care experience, including FT, PT, and live-in (Manhattan, Hamptons in the summers). After graduating college, I spent several years as a live-in nanny/personal assistant...
Meggie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meggie is the best babysitter we had in a long time. I hired her directly from Care.com and she stayed with my children for three nights while I was out of town. The kids loved her! She is flexible, responsible and willing to do anything."
Jutta K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a CPS kindergarten teacher with over a decade of teaching experience in Early Childhood. I also have several years of nanny experience with newborns and multiples. I'm looking for one-time or recurring babysitting gigs, or a family who needs a part time caregiver for the summer. I love getting outdoors, exploring...
Wendi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Highly skilled with children. Especially attentive to their needs - particularly allergies. She took great care of my two girls for years before we moved away and saved my eldest from a peanut allergy reaction at her day care. I cannot recommend her highly enough!"
Heather W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Harwood Heights, IL
Maria A.
5.0
Maria has been with our family for 2.5 years and taken care of my now 2.5 year old son and 7 year old daughter. She is caring, honest, punctual and reliable. She has helped us tremendously and our kids love her.
- Care member
Carolina K.
5.0
Arrives on time and the kids are always excited to see her.
- Care member
Suha Z.
5.0
Exceptionally caring and loving. Great role model for the kids. Loves what she does and we love her!
- Sunny N.
Greta N.
5.0
We have used Greta several times and she is wonderful. Reliable and warm. She engages our daughter and they play together well. Highly recommend her.
- Lis C.
Lindsey A.
5.0
Lindsey babysat my baby daughter regularly & was often available for date-night sitting as well. She is a very mature & dependable caregiver. While her prior experience was with slightly older children, she quickly learned how to care for my 6-8 month old daughter as well. I never had to wonder...
- Sarah S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Harwood Heights, IL:
How can I find a Harwood Heights babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Harwood Heights, 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 10 babysitters in Harwood Heights, 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 Harwood Heights, IL?
The average rate for Harwood Heights, IL babysitters on Care.com is $16.50 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Harwood Heights, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Harwood Heights, IL through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.