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60 babysitters are listed in Lake in the Hills, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Lake in the Hills, IL
Anna S.
Huntley, IL
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Anna and I'm energetic 44 years old mother of three teenage girls with over 10 years of babysitting and some preschool teaching experience.
I really enjoy watching children grow and learn, helping them as they grow and face new challenges in school and life in general. I feel our responsibility as parents and...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Anna is extremely sweet, gentle, understanding, and flexible. I am extremely happy to have her with my 11 month old! Anna understands that all children are at different stages and she learns what best works for your child."
Sara O.
Deborah B.
Crystal Lake, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Debbie, I am 55 years old and live in downtown Crystal Lake. I have over 20 years experience with babysitting. I have lots of energy, so enjoy being active both indoor and outdoor. Sports are lots of fun! Always nice to do arts & crafts, reading, homework and so much more. Always open for ideas with the family....
5.0
"Debbie is great! My kids like her very much and she is very responsible."
Heidi M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm your go-to nanny/babysitter with a heart full of patience and a knack for being nurturing and attentive. I'm not just here to watch over your little ones; I'm also happy to lend a hand with child-related household chores. From story time to snack time, I've got you covered. Let's create a fun and loving environment for...
Makaylin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We did not get the opportunity to hire Makalyin due to a scheduling conflict (on our end, not hers). She was kind, prompt and openly communicative from the start and willing to even put in extra hours on a day she already worked for someone else to help us in a...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Experienced childcare provider seeking position as a Nanny. Licensed daycare provider for 25 years, tried another line of work, but found I greatly miss working with children! Enjoy providing creative, fun, and educational activities geared to children's interests and needs, all within a safe and warm environment. Have...
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sue was a nanny to our very active 2 and 4 year olds. She was amazing! She was great at structuring their day with outdoor time, fun games, and really cute and creative art projects. She was extremely dependable and so wonderful to work with! My husband and I often...
Ryan S.
Savannah V.
Barrington, IL
$12-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
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.
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Vicki I am the mother to 3 young adult children. My oldest daughter just got married last year, my middle daughter is currently going to school at NIU, and my youngest son is pursuing a business career down in the city. I would love to help you any way I can.
On top of being a Mom I've also helped other families in...
Vicki can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Vicki is very dependable and always punctual. She's been watching my son since he was 3 months old. My son actually calls her auntie :) "
Vanessa R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Carli and I am 32 years old. I have a 10-year-old son and our family lives in Cary.
I am currently in school for massage therapy which I attend on Mondays and Wednesdays.
I was a former full time nanny from 2015 to 2021. Before that I have 8 years of babysitting experience. My availability would be Tuesday,...
Carli can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carli was great! Very friendly and great with kids. We wish our our position was not temporary or we would have definitely used her!"
Katie G.
Katelyn Z.
Barrington, IL
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I have recently moved back to Lake Zurich. I have 9 years babysitting/nanny from newborn to 13-year-olds. I am friendly, caring, and loving person. I love watching children. I am willing to play any game or activity that the children want. I enjoy taking the children outside and playing any out door they like. I also enjoy pets...
Katelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Katelyn cared for our children, ages 5 & 7. She was great! We look forward to having her come over again soon."
Eve F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a state certified Elementary School Teacher with 11 years of full time teaching experience. In addition to that, I was also employed by a child care facility for several years. I have baby-sat children since I was in Junior High. I have been a live-in child care provider for two different families.(One the year after I...
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Very bubbly, energetic, responsible and LOVES caring for children and animals."
Lee F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Available for Weekends and after 5:30 only. I travel for my day job , so I cannot commit to a set schedule. But I love animals and kids, so hopefully I can help you with your family's needs.
I have many years of experience caring for all ages of children. I have two sons, aged 37 and 27, as well as 2 granddaughters, aged 12 and...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"For years, Jennifer has been a god send to our family. We have relied on Jen to walk, check in, and dog sit our Italian Greyhound Canti. Jennifer is a special person. Some of Jen's top qualities are caring, nurturing, dependable, punctual, and most importantly...
Jessica C.
5.0
(2)
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"We love Jody! She currently watches our 17 month old one day a week as well as all 3 of our children a second day of the week (including 3 year old twins). She just jumps right in and is great with all of them. We know they're in great hands when Jody's there. In...
Deanna A.
Caitlin B.
Cary, IL
$37/hr • 9 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, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sandra :) I recently graduated with my Masters in Speech-Language Pathology. have over 5 years of experience working with children in a variety of settings. A few settings include boys & girls club, schools, clinics, and daycares.
I am looking to fill up my schedule for the summertime! When babysitting, I like...
Sandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was president of Educators Rising in high school and I am the current president of NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) at Illinois State University. I volunteered at the daycare in my church. I have babysitting experience with family and some family friends. I was part of Best Buddies for 4 years,...
Alaina can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Grace J.
Crystal Lake, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've been caring for children of all ages for 14 years, and I can confidently say that my passion for nurturing young minds has only grown stronger. My journey began as a camp counselor, where I discovered the joy of making a positive impact on children's lives. Over the years, I've gained valuable experience as a babysitter,...
Katherine G.
Dundee, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced With Childcare- Looking To Work Some Extra Hours!
Hey all! I'm the oldest of 4, so caring for others has been ingrained in me from the jump. I have spent the last 6 years running after school programs for elementary schools, running sports camps ages 5-14 and working at a high school with kids with learning disabilities. I have been babysitting since I was 10 (having younger...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Alicia R.
Crystal Lake, IL
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Alicia. I am 25 years old looking to fill all your care needs! I grew up babysitting until I turned 18 and could work a full time job. Taking care of children has always been my favorite thing to do but working full time that became hard.
Come just a year ago in August, my 16-year-old brother had a baby girl of...
Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake in the Hills, IL
Anna S.
5.0
Anna is extremely sweet, gentle, understanding, and flexible. I am extremely happy to have her with my 11 month old! Anna understands that all children are at different stages and she learns what best works for your child.
- Sara O.
Deborah B.
5.0
Debbie is a warm, trustworthy and responsible sitter! She has sat for my young kids a few times and they enjoy spending time with her.
- Care member
Makaylin G.
5.0
Makaylin was great! She is responsive, kind and our son took to her right away. We would definitely hire her again!
- Amanda B.
Susan H.
5.0
Sue was a nanny to our very active 2 and 4 year olds. She was amazing! She was great at structuring their day with outdoor time, fun games, and really cute and creative art projects. She was extremely dependable and so wonderful to work with! My husband and I often commented to each other how much...
- Ryan 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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lake in the Hills, IL:
How can I find a Lake in the Hills babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lake in the Hills, 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 29 babysitters in Lake in the Hills, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Lake in the Hills, IL?
The average rate for Lake in the Hills, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.59 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 Lake in the Hills, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lake in the Hills, 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.