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60 babysitters are listed in Mount Prospect, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Mount Prospect, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 13 years of experience supporting children, families, and individuals in various settings. I started babysitting at 14 and have since worked as a nanny and in numerous caregiving roles. I hold a degree from Western Michigan University in Family Science with a Social Work...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica is a very personable and responsible young woman. We used her for a date night and she was great with our three year old! Definitely felt confident leaving with her in charge."
Beth K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Stella. I've been working as a babysitter for over 10 yrs now + 7 yrs as a senior caregiver: 4 yrs with a newborn and another 4 with an autistic teen and his brother and sister (also teens). Additionally I have worked with twins, can help with laundry, meal preparation. I am a responsible, dependable and caring...
Stela can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Stela was absolutely amazing!!! There are not enough good things I could say about her. I have a 2 1/2-year-old daughter and an 8 month old son. She watched both children for me while I worked from home without missing a beat. My daughter enjoyed seeing her every...
Tamara C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Anna. I've been babysitting for over 10 years, I have very good references. I have 2 kids. I'm a nice, friendly, trustworthy person. I live in Mount Prospect. Feel free to ask any questions. Thank you for your time! Hope to hear from you!
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Anna has been helping our family for the last few months and we are very happy to have her! She is warm, friendly, great with kids and a very hard worker. She is always on time and does a great job irrespective of the task. We love having her around! "
Jagdamba S.
Mimi S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Mimi. I currently attend UIC and am in my last semester of Teaching of History to become a high school teacher. I have worked on and off babysitting, lifeguarded for 2 years, and worked as a chef instructor for elementary aged kids.
Mimi can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good communication on status. There were a few discipline issues...
Dorothy I.
Giovana S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$24-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced And Caring Nanny Available For Full-Time Childcare
5.0
(1)
As a dedicated and reliable nanny with 9 years of experience, I have cared for children ranging from infants to pre-teens. I am known for my strong organizational skills, nurturing nature, and ability to build meaningful relationships with the families I work with. I am seeking a position where I can utilize my expertise and...
Giovana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Giovana is reliable, responsible and lovely caregiver to my kids, I truly recommend her, she has a great background and large experience with kids. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a caregiver for seniors, adults with disabilities, and children. I am available for night shift on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. I am not available for day shift . I have excellent references, especially from the company I currently work for that I've been with for five years . I've also worked for at least a dozen families...
Dorothy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Shanae is experienced, dependable, and great with kids. She has watched our son for us since he was just a few months, and now she does a great job with him (3) and our 9 month old daughter. "
Anna U.
Hello! I'm Natalie, and I am currently in college at the University of Illinois looking for a summer job as a nanny! I am 21 years old with experience in the park district summer camps for the past 3 years through NWSRA. I have always loved working with children, and my hours are pretty flexible. I won't be in town until June...
Hello! My name is Alice. I am 22 years old and I just graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in the teaching of Spanish grades k-12. I am a confident, energetic, and creative teacher excited about getting to work with kids when I am not in my own classroom. I love planning, I am organized and a great multitask....
Alice can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Carmella I am 21 years old, and I have a few years of childcare experience. As an older sister I would be helping my mom with my younger siblings often, as well as helping with numerous chores around the house. In high-school I would help out friends and family with babysitting and watching pets as well.
I am...
Joceline R.
Mount Prospect, IL
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Joceline , I Am A Nurse And I Have 4 Years Of Experience,
I am a nurse and I have 4 years of experience, I also have experience on babysitting children , taking care of senior people
I'd describe my personality as happy, with so much patience and a learner
I like working with kids because they are so happy to work with , I like take care of them , play with them as well
I'm looking...
Aside from casually babysitting family members ranging up til 2 years old, I don't have very much experience in formal babysitting. I am however, highly attentive and adaptive. I get along very well with children and enjoy being around them.
Professionally, I am a pharmacist . I am fully vaccinated and trained in CPR.
Radha can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hey families! My name is Victoria and I'm reaching out to anyone who is looking for a summer nanny starting anytime after May 1st. I am currently studying Biology on a Pre-Med track at university in Florida but will be transferring to Loyola in Chicago so I will be around after the summer ends! As for this summer, I am extremely...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Hi! My name is Delia. I have a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology and Bachelor degree in Early Education.
I have about 8 years experience working with children as a Toddler and Preschool Teacher,
Currently I am a stay home mom with a 21-month-old boy!
I have 2 options for babysitting availability:
1. After School Care...
Delia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Bermet D.
Mount Prospect, IL
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Bermet, a 34-year-old mother of two wonderful children aged 10 and 14. I have a genuine love for kids, and my experience as a parent has made me patient, reliable, and understanding of children's needs.
I can work from morning until 4:00 PM, and I am also available in the evenings if required. You will find me to be a...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sara M.
Mount Prospect, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have experience working with kids at the Arlington Heights Park District. I love working with kids.
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Olivia S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$22-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. With four years of experience caring for children, I'm patient and calm, and I love playing outdoor sports and educational games with them. I follow the parents' lead in terms of enforcing household rules and communicating about their child's day. I'm comfortable...
Maria Angelica R.
Mount Prospect, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I would describe myself as someone who's passionate about working with children through didactic dynamics and offering help to learn the Spanish language!
Can't wait to meet you and your family!
I'm a natural caregiver with a passion for nurturing and educating children. My patient and calm demeanor creates a soothing environment for kids to thrive in. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children between the ages of six and above.
I believe open communication is key, so parents can expect regular updates about their...
Meghan R.
Mount Prospect, IL
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I'm someone who is respectful, caring, and dependable when it comes to caring for children. I have been baby sitting for about 10 years, ages from infants to 15-year-olds. I graduated from Illinois State Unversity with a BS in Psychology. Since graduating, I have worked in Human Resources as a Human Resources and Student...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hello!! My name is Abby, and I am going into my Sophomore year of college at the University of Minnesota for Speech-Language Hearing Sciences with the hopes of becoming a speech therapist in the future. I love spending time outside and doing arts and crafts. I have many years of experience caring for children from 2-12 years...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Mount Prospect, IL
Jessica H.
5.0
Jessica is a very personable and responsible young woman. We used her for a date night and she was great with our three year old! Definitely felt confident leaving with her in charge.
- Beth K.
Stela K.
5.0
Stela was absolutely amazing!!! There are not enough good things I could say about her. I have a 2 1/2-year-old daughter and an 8 month old son. She watched both children for me while I worked from home without missing a beat. My daughter enjoyed seeing her every day and did not require my presence...
- Tamara C.
Anna M.
5.0
Anna was a fantastic hire and one of the best there is! She was always on time, stayed when we needed her to and was always willing to do more. She started off cleaning and doing laundry around the house but quickly took on more responsibility including helping with administrative tasks, helping...
- Mark And Sudi K.
Mimi S.
5.0
We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good communication on status. There were a few discipline issues with the kids and she handled them...
- Dorothy I.
Giovana S.
5.0
Giovana is reliable, responsible and lovely caregiver to my kids, I truly recommend her, she has a great background and large experience with kids.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Mount Prospect, IL:
How can I find a Mount Prospect babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Mount Prospect, 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 35 babysitters in Mount Prospect, 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 Mount Prospect, IL?
The average rate for Mount Prospect, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.71 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 Mount Prospect, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Mount Prospect, 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 Mount Prospect, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Mount Prospect, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.