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5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Larissa, a grad student from Brazil, living in Chicago since 2019. I was a nanny in Brazil and worked for a family for 5 years and have been a nanny in the US since my arrival. I love working with kids of all ages and how much we can learn from them. I also love pets and spend time outside.
I'm fully vaccinated and...
Larissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our family was in a last minute pinch and needed someone to start ASAP due to extremely last minute schedule changes. We had hired another person who was a no call no show. While Larissa wasn't available to start the initial date we needed, she absolutely helped...
Cynthia C.
Maria Luisa N.
Chicago, IL
$28/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am Maria and I am 58years old. I have 4 grown up kids, and I am so proud of them. I was born in the Philippines, and did 2 years of college. I studied BSE . majoring in Mathematics. I have worked as a babysitter for 7 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. And give my 101% to my work. I love children since my kids are...
Maria Luisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Luisa has been my nanny for my 2.5 year old and has been with my family for about a year now. She is always on time and I can tell that he loves playing with her. We have very hectic schedules and she has been very accommodating and anticipates things like grocery...
Hope M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Alyssa. I am currently in-between jobs so my schedule is very open! I have 8 years of experience of caring for children between experience baby-sitting or working as a summer camp counselor. I have had dogs all my life so I also know how to care for animals!
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
5.0
"Alyssa is kind and responsible and is an animal lover. She's also good with young kids. When she watched our dogs for a week, we checked in with her daily. We felt assured that she could was up for the job."
Hazel T.
Carol L.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
My Name Is Carol But My Friends Call Me Carito, I'm 26 Years Old And I'm From Colombia
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I would describe my personality as fun, creative, responsible and incredibly energetic
I'm looking for a job for the afternoons (one time, or frequently) , nights during the week and some weekends
About my experience I started working with children when I was 12, when the neighbor across the street had her first daughter,...
Carol can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carol was very respectful and great with the kids! She always showed up on time and full of energy. She was able to manage both my 3 year old boy and 6 year old daughter."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Hannah, and I graduated from Loyola University with a degree in Secondary Education. I've worked as a temporary assigned teacher and taught around 130 high school students. When working with kids, I prioritize patience, safety, and joy. I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, and have worked mostly...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah was a godsend. When I was desperate for a babysitter for my then 10 month old son and 4 yr old daughter, it was hard for to depend on someone, especially I have never hired a babysitter before. From her interview to actual work, she has always been punctual....
Camille V.
Victoria S.
Evanston, IL
$20-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Victoria. I'm 23 years old and I currently work as an RBT (Registered Behavioral Therapist) working with autistic children but I have experience with neurotypical children as well. I have experience babysitting children 6 months - 14 years old. I enjoy long walks along the lakefront, going to the beach whenever I...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria is polite and punctual and my kids love her. Not much to say but she is everything a good babysitter should be."
Aaron J.
Sandy N.
Elmwood Park, IL
$30-45/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified K-6 teacher. I am trained in FUNdations, which is a phonics based word study. I also love reading and working with students with their reading comprehension skills.
I truly believe that children learn through play and experience. If you consider me for this position I want you to know that I will be out of...
Sandy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"She works with kids so has experience and is motherly. She likes to be active too."
Yarelis S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Reliable, Fun & Creative Problem Solver.
Have reliable, safe car, insurance and license.
Experience with ages 3 months to 12 years. Former Pre-K & Kindergarten teacher.
I am a very reliable, creative and patient person who has 15 plus years of experience working with children. With me, your children will receive appropriate...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Michelle cared for our "Pod" for almost a year. My daughter and 2 friends were in our Covid pod. They all had different teachers and 2 were in different schools and Michelle was able to manage all their classes, schedules and personalities without a hiccup. She is...
Heather M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've worked as a full-time nanny for over seven years. I love my job and am hoping to find more families to help!
I have experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. This includes experience with children with special needs. I have also completed my newborn care specialist certificate and am CPR/First AID...
Caytie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Very sweet and cared for my children as if they were her own. "
Amanda C.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am an experienced and reliable babysitter and nanny with 7+ years of experience. I am originally from Omaha, NE, but I study in Chicago! I have cared for children of all ages (0-15 years old) and am capable of handling multiple children, as I have experience nannying four children. I look forward to watching your little...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love dogs and cats more than most people you will meet. It gives me just as much joy as them to walk them, play with them, and take care of them in any way. I live in Lakeview Chicago and enjoy walking to the parks and spending time outside. I have dog walking, dog sitting, and cat sitting experience.
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 4 beautiful kids; I raised my kids by myself. I have a bachelor's degree in sociology from my native country and also have Bachelor's degree in Sociology U. S Equivalent Summary. I do have 17 credit hours of High school Diploma credited by Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin....
Dilaram can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Ms. D is excellent with my toddler. Ms. D is trustworthy, helpful, and builds a caring relationship with the young ones she watches. Ms. D. is always ready with games and activities -- any family is lucky to have her!"
Adam F.
4.7
(12)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Elizabeth! I have a huge passion for children! I have been working as a nanny/babysitter for about 11 years now with newborns through the age of 13 years old. One of my biggest goals is to make sure the children reach all of their milestones. I enjoy showing them new things likes the ABC's, numbers, colors,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Elizabeth was wonderful with my 4-month-old daughter. She took care of my daughter for a few weeks before she started daycare. Elizabeth was always on time and ready to jump in to help with my daughter as well as tended to household work. Elizabeth treated her like...
Lindsay W.
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
Malcolm R.
Chicago, IL
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm an energetic and playful 36 y/o man of trans experience (assigned female at birth) who loves working with kiddos, grew up with younger siblings (age gap of about 15+ years), "Uncle Malcolm" to several adorable friends' babies and small children, (almost) step dad to 2 kibblings - 8 and 11, and I work as a counselor...
Malcolm can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Malcolm is amazing! He is always on time, does a fantastic job with my son, is quick to respond to messages, is overall just wonderful!"
Care member
3.5
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with child care and I am mother. I love activities outside and inside the house, if it is possible not to use screens with children. I love to play and make them lough, it really makes me happy to be with children. I consider myself an organized person and I love order. I am looking for a family that is...
Raiza can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Raiza was completely reliable and extremely skilled. Her English is very good. We do not speak Spanish and were able to communicate perfectly with Raiza. She agreed to a complicated schedule and was flexible when we asked for changes with little notice. Our...
Marcia R.
Celia R.
Chicago, IL
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Sitter- Full Time Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist :)
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Cece and I am a Speech-Language Pathologist from Chicago. I currently work in an elementary school with preschoolers to second grade. I come from a large family and close-knit neighborhood, which has connected me to many babysitting opportunities over the course of the last 10 years.
My experience ranges from...
Celia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"CeCe is so wonderful! We miss her terribly. She cared for my 2 boys (now 6 & 8) starting when they were were 2 & 4. My oldest son has Down syndrome and Cece was amazing with him. You will not be disappointed if you choose to hire her. Always on time, always sweet...
Jennifer K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am reliable, caring and trustworthy. Love to engage children and challenge their inquisitive minds. I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and happy. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing...
Paulette can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Paulette has been working with our family for two years and she is delightful, dependable, and a fantastic caregiver for our 2.5 yr old son. Paulette has also been incredibly flexible and saved us as we navigated COVID and needed more childcare. She does a great...
Amanda M.
Ashley M.
Morton Grove, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Eager to assist with homework and conduct fun activities.
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"My 3 kids absolutely adore Ashley... she is like part of our family! The most reliable and kind babysitter I ever found... my kids love when she comes over. Great with all ages and extremely dependable! "
Care member
5.0
(16)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alyssa, and I am an enthusiastic and dedicated professional with over five years of experience as an assistant teacher and daycare provider specializing in infant and toddler care. My passion for nurturing young minds is complemented by eight years of nannying for children of all ages across Baltimore, Washington, D....
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Alyssa has taken care of my daughter and helped me on multiple occasions! She’s extremely resourceful and invested making sure Savannah gets outside or has some activity, screen time is limited, and Alyssa encourages a balanced diet with fruit and veggies. Savannah...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lincolnwood, IL
Larissa S.
5.0
Our family was in a last minute pinch and needed someone to start ASAP due to extremely last minute schedule changes. We had hired another person who was a no call no show. While Larissa wasn't available to start the initial date we needed, she absolutely helped us out where she could for 2 weeks!...
- Cynthia C.
Maria Luisa N.
5.0
Luisa is truly AMAZING - she has years of experience, trustworthy, very loving/warm, thoughtful, energetic and a great cook. She worked full time caring for my 3 month old baby and 3.5yr old daughter. My son and daughter love her! Working with children is her passion and you can see she is energized...
- Tonianne R.
Alyssa C.
5.0
Alyssa helped us over the summer months a couple of years ago with or two boys, who were 7 and 9 at the time, and Joey, our American Bulldog. Alyssa was wonderful with our boys and with Joey. I would highly recommend her for your children and pets without reservations.
- Ely T.
Carol L.
5.0
Carol is an incredible girl. She used to May my chuletón in Colombia and She took care of my them as if they were her own.
He is very patient and loved doing activities with them.
- Care member
Hannah D.
5.0
Hannah was a godsend. When I was desperate for a babysitter for my then 10 month old son and 4 yr old daughter, it was hard for to depend on someone, especially I have never hired a babysitter before. From her interview to actual work, she has always been punctual. She understood my priorities for...
- Camille V.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lincolnwood, IL:
How can I find a Lincolnwood babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lincolnwood, 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 4 babysitters in Lincolnwood, 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 Lincolnwood, IL?
The average rate for Lincolnwood, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.50 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 Lincolnwood, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lincolnwood, 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.