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60 babysitters are listed in Island Lake, IL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 10 years

Babysitters in Island Lake, IL

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Venessa A.


Algonquin, IL

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am 40-year-old mother of 3 children. My youngest is 10. I have my Bachelor's Degree in early childhood education. I have over 15 years experience working with children in an array of different settings. I also have experience with physical and developmental disabilities. I'm a strong advocate for social emotional development...
Venessa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Venessa worked as a caregiver for my 90 year old mother-in-law, and then as a personal care assistant for my disabled daughter. In both instances, she was highly competent, responsible, and dependable. Venessa facilitated to all of my daughter's physical needs and...

Victor C.

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Jody W.


Fox River Grove, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a 47-year-old mom of 3 grown children. I have a son in the Marine's, another son is a firefighter and a daughter who has blessed me with two beautiful grandchildren. Besides raising my own children which gives me lots of experience I also have been a Nanny during this time. I enjoy arts and crafts, taking walks to the parks,...
Jody can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Judy watched our 4-month-old daughter for two weeks. She was wonderful! She played with our daughter, took her on walks, and worked on a good nap schedule (something we always struggled with). Jody was professional, on time every day, and kind. We would absolutely...

Tanya S.

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Savannah V.


Barrington, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hi my name is Savannah. I am currently a student in college at Loyola University Chicago. I am a very outgoing and confident person who has approximately 3 plus years of babysitting experience. I guarantee your kids will have fun. Arts and crafts and playing games is a fun way I like to be engaged with the kids. I also like to...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Savannah is kind, energetic, and engaging. Instantly connected with my three young children and kept them active and entertained. She is a joy to have in our home!"

Sara S.

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Amanda F.


Barrington, IL

$15-33/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And Future Teacher!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a special education teacher in Cook county. I have experience in teaching music, math, reading, writing, social studies, and science. I was a camp counselor for many years and experience with all ages of children. I am also an animal lover, I directed the barn program at a camp. I currently have a rabbit and a dog...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Very bubbly, energetic, responsible and LOVES caring for children and animals."

Lee F.

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Caitlin N.


Wauconda, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Sitter With Early Childhood M.Ed. Available

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Anna K.


Mundelein, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Agnes has worked with my family for almost 8 years, I have the ultimate trust in her. My children love her, she treats them as if they were her own. She is honest, responsible and trustworthy. She's active with the kids, from daily walks and trips to the park to...

Sharon D.

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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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel was great with my kids for after school care. She was very clear about her availability and flexible. She was very detailed and attentive. I really enjoyed hiring her and would have hired her permanently if she hadn't been leaving the country for her...

September L.

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Bonnie R.


Cary, IL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello. I am a career nanny with over 20 years experience. I went to Harper College for Early Childhood Development and I am also Montessori Certified. I have worked in infant daycare centers, a Montessori School, as well as many years nanny experience with children from newborn - 18. I have two successful grown children of my...
Bonnie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"My children love Bonnie. She is kind and extremely caring and put us at ease. She would give us updates and send pictures which was a nice way to keep us updated. My children never wanted to let Bonnie go. They still talk about her all the time. I Highly Recommend...

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Caitlin B.


Cary, IL

$37/hr9 yrs exp

I recently moved back to Illinois after graduating from UW-Madison with a degree in Neurobiology. For the past 5 years I have worked as a Physical Therapy Aide at a local hospital in Madison. Essentially I became my departments designated babysitter over the past couple of years. love working with children of all ages and have...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Rachel A.


Grayslake, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

I have worked with many different baby-sitting families and have worked with many different ages of children. I love athletics and working with children. I worked at a community recreation center and pool for eight years. I am energetic and responsible. I speak Spanish fluently. I spent my time in college (undergraduate studies)...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Matthew C.


Cary, IL

$15-24/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

As the oldest of 4 siblings, I've been caring for others my whole life. In doing so, I found my love of teaching. I've been teaching high school for 6 or 7 years now. I teach percussion ensemble and drumline. I've been a percussionist since I was 10 years old and never looked back. I love board games, especially Monopoly. I love...
Matthew can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

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Sage H.


Algonquin, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Here's Some Things About Me!

I'd describe my personality as creative, fun, and caring. I like working with kids because they are very funny and creative little people, I love learning about them and I try to see the world through their viewpoint. I'm looking for a job that allows me to express my creative side and make relationships with families that...
Sage can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Carmen T.


McHenry, IL

$16-26/hr1 yrs exp

~Childcare~ I have 2 year of paid experience with watching children 1-9y. I'm a child at heart so I love taking them to the park, pool, or out for ice cream (with permission of course). I also have some experience with school drop-off/pick-up. I may also be available for one-time care gigs, if you have any last-minute...
Carmen can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Megan G.


Cary, IL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Part- Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

As a former teacher, I have over 10 years of experience working with children from birth to age 12. I have my Bachelors degree as well as a Child Development Asst. and am CPR certified. I love children and love finding new, exciting ways to connect with them and teach them. Currently, one of my favorite things to do with...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Cate H.


Wauconda, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Evening Babysitting Jobs!

I currently reside in Lincoln Park and am willing to babysit during weekdays after 5 p.m. (I work full time). I have a car so I can drive to practices, lessons, etc. if needed. I am the oldest of 3 and have a lot of babysitting experience! I am organized, responsible, and love kids. I would love to talk further about helping you...
Cate can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Alyssa R.


McHenry, IL

$23/hr5 yrs exp

About Me!

I am 20 years old (almost 21), and I just graduated from MCC. I don't know what I to do yet, but I'm hoping to continue on with school in the fall (remote). In my free time, I love to go on walks, visit different coffee shops, shop, and spend time with my mom! I've LOVED kids for as long as I can remember. I grew up in a big...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Gabriella R.


Grayslake, IL

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Ella's Babysitting Bio

Hi families! I'm Ella, a recent graduate of Grayslake Central High School and a current student in the CLC Pre-Medicine program! I'm available for occasional babysitting as well as overnight and weekends. I love kids and am working to become a pediatrician! I am CPR and first aid certified and can provide references. I have...
Gabriella can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Abby W.


McHenry, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I am looking to find a part time nanny job while I go to school at DePaul University in the fall. I am interested in art, history, and music. I have been babysitting for about five years. My first nannying job was when I was 16 years old, I watched 7-year-old twins, a boy and a girl, for the summer. I am currently 18 years old...
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

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Lauren K.


Barrington, IL

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting from the age of 13; the kids range from 3 weeks to 13 years old. I have babysat up to seven kids at a time. Was a camp counselor at an all girls camp teaching tennis. I was also a live in nanny. I nannied five kids ages 6 and under. I am able to drive and have a lot of experience. I am really good with...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lexi P.


McHenry, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lexi, I am 22 years old. I have been working with kids since I was 15 as a babysitter, nanny, tutor, camp counselor and daycare teacher. I am an expert at planning fun games, crafts and activities! I am CPR certified and safety is always my number one priority. I pride myself in being punctual, caring, and...

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Island Lake, IL

Venessa A.

5.0

Venessa worked as a caregiver for my 90 year old mother-in-law, and then as a personal care assistant for my disabled daughter. In both instances, she was highly competent, responsible, and dependable. Venessa facilitated to all of my daughter's physical needs and provided her access to enable her...

- Victor C.

Jody W.

5.0

Judy watched our 4-month-old daughter for two weeks. She was wonderful! She played with our daughter, took her on walks, and worked on a good nap schedule (something we always struggled with). Jody was professional, on time every day, and kind. We would absolutely hire Jody again!

- Tanya S.

Savannah V.

5.0

Savannah is kind, energetic, and engaging. Instantly connected with my three young children and kept them active and entertained. She is a joy to have in our home!

- Sara S.

Amanda F.

5.0

Amanda was great and so helpful to my family, especially given some last minute changes we had during quarantine. She jumped right in and handled playtime, mealtime, diapering and naps with our toddler with ease!

- Sharon F.

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.

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Average Rating4.6 / 5

Babysitters in Island Lake, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.