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60 babysitters are listed in Melrose Park, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Melrose Park, IL
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, 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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Courtney W.
Chicago, IL
$28-44/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Courtney and I am 28 years old. I moved to Chicago from Iowa in 2019. My experience includes more than seven years providing childcare to family and close friends along with helping at my hometown church with Wednesday night classes and vacation bible school.
I started working as an infant teacher shortly after...
Courtney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Courtney is fantastic - she has been the full-time primary caregiver for our (now) 7-month old son. Over the past 4 months, Courtney has helped him with developmental milestones, fine motor skills, and is beginning language/sign language development. Every day,...
Stefanie W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alayna! I am 20 years old and in college. I have been a payed babysitter/nanny for 5 years. I am getting my degree in Early childhood Development so that I can put my nurturing heart to use professionally. I'm a College volleyball athlete with lots of energy and I will never get tired of entertaining/taking care...
Alayna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Alayna is both incredibly caring and professional. She has taken care of our infant/now toddler son and is wonderful - he loves spending time with her and we know he’s in great hands whenever she is here. We are very grateful for her!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have over 10 years of experience in childcare, during which I have successfully nurtured and supported children of various age groups. I have a child of my own who is a teenager now.
I can ensure your child's well-being in any situation..
I have experience with children w disabilities my child has a attention deficit...
5.0
"I hired Elizabeth in February of this year for over the weekend for my daughter's birthday.She took great care of my 12 year old girl,She's an American Pit Bull Terrier.My dog is old but she enjoys her walks and the outdoor life.She is older now so she needs alot...
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kristy and I am 28 years old. I graduated college with a bachelors in communications in 2018. Since then, I've had the pleasure of being a senior caretaker, a full time nanny, and helping families with healthy meal plans/grocery lists. Ages vary from 2 to 11+. I am patient, responsible, trustworthy, reliable, and...
Kristy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"I hired Kristy to clean for me, and I will continue to hire her. She is punctual, communicative, easy to get along with, and does an excellent job. I trusted her to use a lockbox and clean my place while I was at work. I came back and it was spotless. I have hired...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 25 years old and I graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a degree in Elementary Education. I love working and interacting with kids. I have experience with all children, from infants to teens, and I have watched many kids at once. I love playing and entertaining the younger ones and I can hang out or help the older...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Jessica is a favorite in our house. She is always punctual and dependable. Jessica has great energy and keeps my kids engaged and she genuinely has a good time with them. Jessica has always been sensitive to any requests or schedules I communicate with her. She's...
Qudsia K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 27-year-old doctoral student (clinical psychology for children/adolescents). I have several years of both clinical and non-clinical experience with children. I have nannied (full-time and part-time) for >10 years. I worked as an ABA therapist at a therapeutic school with children aged 5-14 for a year prior to grad school....
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is the perfect sitter. She's smart, dependable, punctual and assertive. She cares for the child, as if it was her own.
We also like Anna especially because she interacts with our toddlers. They love her."
Lynn S.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents
My name is Laura, non smoker, I have my own transportation, I'm CPR certified. I've worked with would say I'm a responsible, loving and caring person. I consider myself outgoing, fair, organized and a really good driver
Since 2018 I've been working with kids; I also had a great experience as an Au pair for 2 years,...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Laura is one of the best, most amazing and caring babysitter I have ever hired for my son. Not only does she help me with my son while I work from hone but she also does things around the house that are not even part of her job. I have never trusted anyone...
Eda D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with twins from 3 months old until school age group as a nanny. I work with different age group of children for babysitting. I went to school for Basic CNA Class. I'm BLS/ CPR Certified. I know American sign language and understand polish. I know I'm asking a lot of the pay I do a lot for the pay and I...
Adriana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Adriana was great with our twin boys and played a large role in their lives up until we moved out of town. She was always willing to help out however needed and we knew we could count on her! "
Care member
5.0
(15)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in childcare for 10 years. While being a babysitter and nanny, I studied to become a birth/postpartum doula. I've worked with 25 families, specializing in multiples, sleep training, and more!
I am a fun, loving, outgoing person. I care about the wellbeing of your child and providing a safe space.
I'm currently in...
Kintayja can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tay was so wonderful with my little baby girl for several days a week for many months. I’m a first time mom so I was really particular about interviewing and finding the right person to help that I could trust. Tay is extremely responsible, reliable, and...
Care member
Yasmine S.
Cicero, IL
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there!
I'm a 22-year-old educator! I work at an Elementary School located in Brookfield IL.
My passion for working with children has always stemmed very deeply, My job has always brought me great joy and a sense of purpose knowing I am caring for my little people who will soon be the future of our world. I enjoy jumping to...
5.0
"Yasmine was an amazing help for my family. My 2 girls enjoyed having her as a babysitter. Her professionalism and reliability was outstanding.
We would definitely recommend to any families looking for care. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children. I started working at a daycare facility at the age of 15 and continued to work there throughout high school. When I was 18, I went to college to pursue my degree in Elementary Education. During college breaks and summers I nannied for a family with grade school aged twins. Upon graduation, I received a job...
Jaclyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jaclyn was by far our little T (10m) favorite caretakers. Shes so kind and communicative with her (and us) and as a former teacher we felt rest assured our daughter was in the very best of hands. Can’t wait to have Jaclyn come watch T again!!!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Calli and I am Kindergarten teacher in Addison. I have been teaching for 8 years. During the school year, I babysit for families I have known for multiple years and I nanny over the summer. I have babysat for kids ages 2-15. I am a very active person and can keep up with young children since that is a big part...
Calli can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Calli was great! My kids, despite a big difference in age, all loved her and she managed to keep them all very busy and happy! She was very kind and patient and even did a great job with working with special needs. I would definitely rehire."
Kathy T.
Antonika T.
Broadview, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitting - Flexible Babysitter Available Now - Evenings And Weekends
4.6
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10+ years experience in babysitting children of all ages. I am a very reliable person. I absolutely love children and show them great attention. I am able to provide references if needed. I have excellent communication skills and very patient with children.
Antonika can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"She was on time, per my request was only doing non-screen activities. She played from basketball to chess with my kid. My kid was very happy. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I can't imagine ever not working with children. Watching and being a part of a young child's growth and development is amazing! I have been working with children since I was a child myself. I went to college while working full-time for a degree in Early Childhood education and earned my Montessori AMS certification in 2016. My...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We've had Heather twice now and cannot imagine having a better baby-sitter. Last night Heather took care of four children while my husband and I entertained. She played games and had the children laughing and playing. She is also very good at handling conflicts...
Shelley B.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very sweet and cared for my children as if they were her own. "
Amanda C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Veronica and I am an artist and educator. I am looking for occasional baby sitting gigs, especially on weekends. I am originally from Spain. I have been living the last nine years in the Windy City. I babysat a lot from age 13 to my late twenties. I resumed babysitting when I moved to Chicago. I have cared for...
Veronica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Veronica is super reliable, on time, and great at communicating. Our toddler loves her. Veronica has our full recommendation. "
Aram S.
Gisela G.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 3 wonderful children (ages, 29 yr old boy, 21 yr old girl and a 5-year-old boy).
I have 6 years of experience helping raising newborns, I can provide good care and safe environment and find activities according to their age am currently learning sign language as well.
!
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gisela took care of our 4-month-old daughter and we can't say enough great things. Our daughter fell in love with her immediately and had the biggest giggles and smiles around her. She's a true expert and kept her on schedule and shared words of advice ongoing. She...
Michael M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
-I am a mother of two beautiful girls 19 and 24 years old, we have lived in Chicago since 2011. I worked as a nanny for 2 beautiful families and for almost 4 years in Daycare.
-I love working with children, I am a very patient person and I like to work hand in hand with parents so that the baby receives the best, always focused...
Yajaira can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I own a daycare center in Chicago and Yajaira worked at my center for 2 years. I initially hired her as an assistant for our two year old classroom and she did extraordinary in that room. After a year I transferred her to our toddler room where she worked with...
Jasmine R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Melrose Park, IL
Alia S.
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.
Claudia C.
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.
Courtney W.
5.0
Courtney is fantastic - she has been the full-time primary caregiver for our (now) 7-month old son. Over the past 4 months, Courtney has helped him with developmental milestones, fine motor skills, and is beginning language/sign language development. Every day, Courtney comes prepared with...
- Stefanie W.
Alayna M.
5.0
Very vibrant personality. Son adapted to her after two times of meeting. He likes her and we do too.
- Care member
Elizabeth M.
5.0
I hired Elizabeth in February of this year for over the weekend for my daughter's birthday.She took great care of my 12 year old girl,She's an American Pit Bull Terrier.My dog is old but she enjoys her walks and the outdoor life.She is older now so she needs alot of attention and affection.That...
- Care member
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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 $19.11 per hour as of April 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 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.