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Hi I'm Asia 21-year-old college student! I'm from Chicago Illinois but I travel to and from Moorhead MN and Fargo ND for school. I have previously worked at A Scholars and TLC Home of Knowledge Daycare in Chicago so I'm familiar with children! Contact me
Kaelyn S.
Hometown, IL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a caregiver with two years of experience, and I absolutely love what I do! Prior to childcare, I babysat for several families, which solidified my passion for nurturing and positively impacting young lives.
I'm patient, calm, friendly, and bubbly. I believe that effective communication with parents is crucial, so I follow...
Patricia R.
Chicago, IL
$20-24/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter And Tutor Available On Weeknights And Weekends.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Patricia, currently I am medical graduated. I am available to take care children between the ages of 1 month to 7 y/o. I take care of them at their home, play sports, board games, we go outdoors and assistance with homework . Also, I do light housework like mopping, dishes and prep meals. I am caring, responsible...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Patricia was great anticipated all my little one's need and didn't have to ask twice ! Thank you Patricia !"
Elizabeth K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I recently graduated with my Masters in Occupational Therapy. I am pursuing a focus in pediatrics and mental health. I am currently studying for my boards for the next 2-3 months. I have worked with a variety of families short and long term.
I have worked with children between the ages of 2-17 for the past 7 years. I...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alexis was great! She offered to jump on a call before she watched our two kids. The kids warmed up to her right away and my 5 year old loved spending time with her. We already hired her a second time and plan to keep her on our future sitter list!"
Brandon J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was 16 years old, along with managing several businesses throughout the past couple of years. I have experience with newborns to 12 YO. Always maintain a vigilant eye on their health and safety. Engaging in an assortment of activities that meet children's educational and physical needs...
Carmen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Carmen currently watches our children on the weekend and we have nothing but great things to say. She is professional, punctual, she is sweet and caring and fun. My daughters took to her very quickly. We love having Carmen care for our children- she is a delight!"
Surekha B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of professional experience with children (infants up to school age). I'm a very loving, responsible, extremely punctual, funny, respectful, patient, energetic and hard working individual. I don't smoke. I own a car. I love working with children. I also love pets. I was a registered nurse in Poland for over...
Stefania can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Stefania has worked as a full time nanny for us for 6 years. She is an amazing person and a wonderful nanny. She is kind, loving and safe with my 3 children. She has watched my kids from 3 years to 9 years for my oldest, 1 to 6 years for my middle and birth to 5...
Hannah A.
Cassie J.
Alsip, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.
Cassie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly enjoyed the kids which they pick up on. Miss having her. Could not recommend her enough."
Anne M.
Elizabeth C.
Willow Springs, IL
$28-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Multitalented Family Assistant. My Passion Is To Care For Others!
5.0
(4)
I have experience caring for all ages. My favorite activities include getting creative: drawing/painting/crafts. ! Cooking is also a passion of mine - preparing food and serving nutritious snacks and meals. I also enjoy light cleaning and organizing, running errands and grocery shopping and being a chauffeur. I'm an animal...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lizzi is a compassionate, trustworthy and extremely dependable individual that would be an asset to anyone's family! "
Cathy D.
Salma H.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Would Like To Be Linked With Both Full-Time Or Part-Time Job In Babysitting Or If Possible A Nanny.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids and fortunately for me, I am good with them no matter how they are. I have truly chosen to love and care for kids hence am willing to take up any challenge as a sitter or a nanny. I have three years experience especially with infants and toddlers. I am a college student hoping to get a degree in child care and...
Salma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Salma has been outstanding. She works for our family by getting our kids ready for school and taking them to school. She is never late, she is patient, kind and firm with the children and she is very thorough. She does a better job getting them ready and on time...
Mercedes C.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a dedicated caregiver with over 20 years experience, working with newborns up to teens. I'm passionate about providing nurturing, loving care for children in order to help them grow & learn. I'm very organized, & I strive to create a clean, safe environment for your child. I've been blessed with 7 nieces & nephews, so I'm...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha has been nannying for my 11 month old baby and a friend's baby since they were both 3 months old. She is an absolute expert when it comes to babies and I often ask her opinion on all things related to my daughter. She handled two babies with two VERY...
Sarah R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I babysat for a very busy family for 3 years. I was responsible for three children (mostly 2 because the third is a teen and very after school activities oriented), since they were 3, 5 and 13. I mostly did after school babysitting, from picking them up from school to warming up dinner, helping with homework, and taking each one...
Cristina can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"We absolutely LOVE Cristina! We were in a pinch to quickly hire a nanny for our boy/girl 5 month old twins and Cristina was a godsend. She was always on time, proactive in anticipating the needs of my babies. I felt immediately comfortable leaving them with her...
Melody D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my names Kaitlyn. I've been working professionally in childcare for 7+ years. I have worked as a nanny primarily, but have also couched children sports, tutored, run children groups, and, what has given me the absolute most experience, I am a mom to my 4-year-old daughter. So, I have extensive experience in the...
Kailyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie was wonderful with our 7 month old! She came through on just a few days notice and watched our baby while my husband and I went to a work event. Our baby was immediately comfortable with her and was even smiling as we left! Katie effortlessly got her to fall...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm currently available weekdays, weekends for date nights, overnights, and last minute care. I am a highly motivated and dedicated individual! In addition to my love for designing/creating clothes, I began my childcare journey 8 years ago. I am passionate about helping aid the growth of families, nurture and care for...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Mariah is the most attentive, kindest, dependable and trustworthy caregiver for children. My family loved her for all parts of care whether that meant entertaining them through a pandemic or taking them on outings. She is a thorough communicator I h is key to...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I'm Jada!
Here's a little blurb to learn more about me:
-I'm currently a college student, just a few months from graduating with my B. A. in Psychology with a focus in Child Development.
-I have been working in childcare for 4 years total, working with a handful of lovely different families over that time....
Jada can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Jada has been watching my children the last few weekends and she is doing an amazing job. We love her friendly, laid back personality and that she shows up on time. I would definitely recommend Jada for all your babysitting needs."
Davenda T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Almendra O.
I am a responsible, punctual and friendly person. I have 15 years of nannying experience, from newborns to teens.
I had become very close with the families and kids where I worked for and enjoyed taking care of them. I always provide them a safe, educational and loving environment. I'm CPR and First...
Almendra can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Almendra is a very warm and loving person. Even though she only spent a short time with us when I had to attend some professional training, I couldn't feel any stronger about this. I almost wish I could work outside of home in order to have Almendra around my son....
Anna T.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as loyal, playful, and caring.
I like working with kids because it brings me joy and satisfaction. I have two older daughters and love working with young children now. It means so much to me to help children learn in different areas and watch them grow. Each child has a different personality, has...
Renata can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
5.0
"Renata is a wonderful human being and nanny! She took excellent care of our three children from infancy into the preschool years, including our twins since their birth. She is honest, trustworthy, caring, creative, fun, reliable and responsible. She is also neat,...
Liz R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lindsay I'm a bilingual mother of a 4year old and a 1year old both girls who go to day care and currently expecting my 3rd baby. I consider myself a very fun mother. I have 2years of experience working with 3-5-year-olds and before giving birth I recently work at a day care caring for 2-year-olds. We enjoy doing a...
Lindsay can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Lindsay is excellent - highly recommend! We needed backup care for our 2 year old son, and she was quick to reply and flexible with her hours. Lindsay is a warm, genuine, patient, fun caregiver. She also has experience in childcare and is a mother of 2 young...
Jessica C.
Susie B.
Chicago, IL
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature, Educated (University Graduate) and Nurturing Mother Who Loves Children
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving and creative person that believes in focused interaction with children to make learning fun. Great believer in early childhood learning through playful activities. I have over 10 years experience with newborns through teenagers. Reference from last employer available.
Susie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Susie cared for my 3 children for several years and has become a part of our family. She has a very warm and nurturing personality, and my children truly love her. They ask about her every day and miss her dearly!! I can highly recommend her for your childcare...
Leila S.
Genevieve M.
Chicago, IL
$20-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Genevieve and I am currently a master's student getting a degree in Forensic Psychology. I graduated undergrad with a degree in psychology, criminal justice, and addiction counseling. I love taking care of kids and I've been doing so since I was 17. I started babysitting professionally three year ago. I have...
Genevieve can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Genevieve was an amazing nanny and immediately felt like part of our family. The way she cares for the kids seems second nature and they were immediately comfortable with her. We've had other babysitters who were unable to calm our sometimes fussy babies but...
Care member
Maggie O.
Chicago, IL
$30-47/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Have over 15 years of experience . Still I'm contact with some employers . Love outdoor activities such as zoo, beach and museums. Bake w kids as well . As child got older did errands and grocery shopping. Do kids laundry and clean after kids.
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Maggie O. has been our full time nanny/caregiver since 2009. We have a 6 year old son and 5 year old boy/girl twins. My husband and I both worked full time over these past 7 years and we honestly could not have done it with out Maggie's compassion and dedication...
A C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hometown, IL
Patricia R.
5.0
Patient, good communication, kids liked her, would definitely rehire.
- Care member
Alexis S.
5.0
Alexis is wonderful. She took care of our 15mo old baby regularly and was always on time, dependable and willing to help out. She was good at getting the baby out for walks and coming up with indoor activities when the weather required it. We would gladly give her our recommendation.
- Carolyn D.
Carmen P.
5.0
Carmen currently watches our children on the weekend and we have nothing but great things to say. She is professional, punctual, she is sweet and caring and fun. My daughters took to her very quickly. We love having Carmen care for our children- she is a delight!
- Surekha B.
Stefania P.
5.0
Stefania has worked as a full time nanny for us for 6 years. She is an amazing person and a wonderful nanny. She is kind, loving and safe with my 3 children. She has watched my kids from 3 years to 9 years for my oldest, 1 to 6 years for my middle and birth to 5 years for my youngest.
She is...
- Hannah A.
Cassie J.
5.0
Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly enjoyed the kids which they pick up on. Miss having her. Could not recommend her enough.
- Anne M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Hometown, IL:
How can I find a Hometown babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Hometown, 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 2 babysitters in Hometown, 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 Hometown, IL?
The average rate for Hometown, IL babysitters on Care.com is $17.50 per hour as of February 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 Hometown, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Hometown, 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.