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60 babysitters are listed in Melrose Park, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Melrose Park, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Organize, caring, patient and very energetic nanny/babysitter. Love to be part and be the perfect help to a busy family.
I like working with kids because they reminds us how amazing and exiting the world can be. They can make your day happier and more positive. How they encourage us to use our imagination to find new creative...
Yarely can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"She is so kind, caring and patient person. She also is very creative with drawing/crafts and likes go out for a stroll/playground. she helps with light household things, mainly keeping kids room neat and tidy. Flexible as well and my cousin really appreciated that."
Ana S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Have cared for children as young as 3 months. Also taken care of children with disabilities. Love to engage in children activities. Have cooked and cleaned for my former employers. Just love the thought of making a child smile and giving parents the joy that their children are well taken care of.
Diana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"She is awesome! Very sweet and respectful. She treats our daughter like her own family. We love that she's our permanent weekend sitter!"
Jacqueline H.
Ellie R.
Chicago, IL
$18-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a hard, motivated worker and I have been working in childcare for over 6 years. I have worked in a preschool during summers while I was in school and have multiple babysitting jobs throughout the years! I recently graduated with my masters for mental health counseling. I have worked in Chicago public schools and am...
Ellie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Great babysitter! My kids loved her, was on time and so respectful. Would definitely hire her again! "
Lauren G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Victoria, I am 35 years old. I am happily married and have a 4 years old daughter. I am seeking a part-time position of a babysitter on weekday mornings till 1. 30-2 p.m. depending on your location. I have to pick up my daughter from her preschool after 2 p.m. I am a stay at home mom and I understand how...
Viktoriya can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Viktoriya was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door. She was very friendly and entertaining. My 12 months old daughter was behaving well when we were leaving which was very surprising to us as she is a bit fussy when her...
Adrien K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm excited to introduce myself as a potential nanny for your family. I'm available to start full-time and have a flexible schedule until February 3rd, when I begin flight dispatch school. My classes are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 PM, so I'm available to nanny after that.
I come...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace nannies for our our 2.5 year old and infant two days a week and they love her! Grace is so open and sweet. Our toddler loves all of the activities Grace comes up with, baking, home made snow, and crafts, it's so creative and thoughtful. Grace is open,...
Chrizzy C.
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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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. "
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Cashmear M.
Chicago, IL
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.5
(3)
Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.
5.0
"Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust my kids with her any day."
Marlee H.
Madison E.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience in childcare. I started babysitting when I was around 12 years old and have experience in after-school care, summer day camp, nannying, and daycare center care. I am comfortable with all age groups spanning from infants to teenagers and am comfortable caring for more than 1 child at a time!
I'm...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison is the BEST! She was the first nanny we ever had for our 8 month old, so I was very nervous having someone else care for her, but the moment Madison walked in, I was at ease. She has a calm, sweet and nurturing demeanor. She always made sure our babe was...
Sarah V.
Kisha J.
Chicago, IL
$36/hr • 3 yrs exp
You Will Not Regret Hiring Me To Care For Or Look After Your Little Ones!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kisha, I am 19 with 3 years of experience caring for kids. I come from a large family which gave me plenty of opportunity to play around with kids and learn to care for them responsibly.
I am currently a full time pre law student and looking forward to the day I call myself a lawyer.
I adapt easily. Maybe your little...
Kisha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kisha was attentive to our children ages 2&7. She took them to play outside, made sure they weren’t hungry, played with them. And also cleaned our home washing all the dirty dishes, sweeping up the floors, and putting away the dirty laundry. My kids had a great...
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Ximena G.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Ximena I'm 22 years old, I am a college student and full time worker. I have about 3-4 years of experience being a paid babysitter but have spent my entire life helping raise my nieces & nephews. I've taken care of newborns, toddlers, middle-schoolers, and elders. I'm currently working as a teacher assistant and...
Ximena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"I had hired Ximena to house/pet sit my house. She was respectful to my house, very kind to my animals, and very trustworthy. She is someone I can call last minute to help and She does not hesitate to come last minute."
Maria G.
Isabel E.
Des Plaines, IL
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! :) I'm Isabel
I'm 23 years old and have been nannying and babysitting since I was honestly around 10 years old. I love love love kids and I think they're just a genuine joy to be around. I'm really good with kids, I'm very patient and I love to help them learn. I treat kids as if they were my own and we honestly just have...
5.0
"We interviewed Isabel for a part-time nanny position and really liked her! While we ultimately went with someone else due to scheduling compatibility, we thought Isabel was fantastic with our kids. She was so sweet and playful with our toddler and seemed totally...
Elisabeth R.
5.0
(2)
Hello families and thank you for reading my profile. My name is Karalin and I am currently looking for a family to spoil. I have been a full-time nanny in the Chicago area for over 18 years now. This is my profession and I love it! Teaching children in a way that they can understand is my passion. I would be interested in a...
Karalin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"K worked for my family for 5 years. She did everything that was expected of her and more. Took care of 2 children, cooked, cleaned, did laundry, etc. "
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Hanna B.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for private families across the Chicago land area and am great with pets! I have also spent 4 years in Vietnam teaching English at English centers and International schools throughout Hanoi. My favorite hobbies include rock climbing, aerial silks and traveling. I'm dependable and punctual. I'm a quick learner. I...
Hanna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hanna is fantastic. Was on time. Has been responsive. Communicates well and asks great questions. Our son warmed up to her quickly. Definitely recommend her! "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years experience working with children in a school setting. I have 10+ years working with children in their homes. I have been there to help with meals, homework, and bed time routines. I have cared for many families over the years and grow close with them over the years!
Cheyenne can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cheyanne is fantastic! I have 2 boys ages 10 and 6. They just love her! She's been so reliable and dependable. She's very easy going and flexible. We love having her watch our kids!"
Melissa W.
Nomfundo K.
Chicago, IL
$21-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was 13 when my cousin brother was born I looked after him with my grandmother and when my grandmother went somewhere I was responsible for him. I was taking care of him under supervision of an adult until he was 6 months than I looked after him on my own for almost 3year after school and on...
Nomfundo can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have the privilege of having Nomfundo care for my son, and I can wholeheartedly describe her as a delightful human! She's not only trustworthy but also incredibly thoughtful and considerate in her approach to childcare. Her promptness is truly impressive, and...
Chelli L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I have worked with little ones of all ages for well over a decade, both as a teacher and a nanny. In addition to hands on experience, I also recently completed Early Childcare Education 1 and 2. I really have a passion to encourage every child's growth and to be a source validation/empowerment. I would say that I am a...
Abigail can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abigail has been a great partner with our family! My kids adore her and I appreciate her timeliness and dependability. She is a sweet soul who loves to play and be creative with the kids."
Patty C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have about 12 years of childcare experience working with multiple families watching up to 7 children at one time. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I've had experience with children up to 13 years old and as young as newborns - my husband and I have 2 of our own!
I love personalizing activities for each child since everyone...
Corinne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cori is an amazing caregiver to our one year old girl. She comes five days a week as both my husband and I work full time. Our daughter is always happy to see Cori come through the door every morning and we know our daughter is in good hands with Cori. She helps...
Sarah R.
5.0
(8)
Hey there! I'm Kayla, a nanny on the north side of Chicago. I have been caring for children for over 13 years as a babysitter, nanny, swim coach, counselor and teacher. I have great experience in infant centers, and with all stages of development. I look forward to meeting you and your children, and providing people in my...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla is top notch! She's incredibly responsible, kind, and dependable. She sets a wonderful example for any kid she takes care of. I'd absolutely recommend her to anyone. She is A++++."
Rene M.
Alia S.
Berwyn, IL
$20-39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter & Nanny Seeking Nighttime And Weekend Babysitting Position
5.0
(1)
Previously a 7-12 Social Studies teacher with Masters degree in American History. I currently work as a regionally based Admissions Counselor for a university in another state. My work includes advising Chicagoland high school students through the college admissions process.
I am academically trained in child development (all...
Alia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"I used Alia when I first went back to work. She helped make the process of me going back to work seamless for me and my kids! Truthfully I would hire Alia back any day if she was still where I am! My kids loved having her in our home."
Lindsay L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since my early teens! I love working with children and am currently an elementary school teacher with some extra time in my schedule. I like to spend time outdoors, cook, read, and have fun getting to know kids!
Claudia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Did an amazing job babysitting at my wedding multiple kids despite cancellations and a whole lot of confusion from my end. My kid had such a fun time with them and I can't thank them enough for making everyone's day special!"
Lee J.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Melrose Park, IL
Yarely P.
5.0
She is so kind, caring and patient person. She also is very creative with drawing/crafts and likes go out for a stroll/playground. she helps with light household things, mainly keeping kids room neat and tidy. Flexible as well and my cousin really appreciated that.
- Ana S.
Diana M.
5.0
She is awesome! Very sweet and respectful. She treats our daughter like her own family. We love that she's our permanent weekend sitter!
- Jacqueline H.
Ellie R.
5.0
Great babysitter! My kids loved her, was on time and so respectful. Would definitely hire her again!
- Lauren G.
Viktoriya T.
5.0
Viktoriya was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door. She was very friendly and entertaining. My 12 months old daughter was behaving well when we were leaving which was very surprising to us as she is a bit fussy when her mom isn't around. Also Viktoriya...
- Adrien K.
Grace K.
5.0
Grace nannies for our our 2.5 year old and infant two days a week and they love her! Grace is so open and sweet. Our toddler loves all of the activities Grace comes up with, baking, home made snow, and crafts, it's so creative and thoughtful. Grace is open, flexible and easy to work with, she...
- Chrizzy C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Melrose Park, IL:
How can I find a Melrose Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Melrose Park, 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 19 babysitters in Melrose Park, 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 Melrose Park, IL?
The average rate for Melrose Park, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.68 per hour as of March 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 Melrose Park, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Melrose Park, 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.
Ratings for Melrose Park, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Melrose Park, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.