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60 babysitters are listed in New Lenox, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in New Lenox, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Dani, and I am a school social worker at an elementary school. I am a licensed social worker with several years of experience working with kids, especially children and adults with special needs such as Autism. My previous job was as a behavior clinician- no tantrum is too big for me to handle!
I have 4 younger...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dani is Amazing! She did everything we asked and more. Our kids loved her and they said she was the best babysitter they have ever had! "
Care member
Kathy S.
Tinley Park, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kathy and I have been a nanny for the same family for the past 12 years. There are two boys ages 14 and 9. I watched them 4 days a week for the past 10 years. Both boys are in school full time now so they don't really need a nanny anymore. My schedule is opened up quite a bit now.
I have 2 grandchildren ages 6 &...
Kathy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"I have known Kathy many years and know (and have taught) the children she's raised. I say this with all honesty: if something were to happen to my husband and I, we would be honored for Kathy to raise our son. She is loving and sincere and knows exactly what...
Tina S.
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Bailey! I am 26 years old and I graduated from Aurora University in May 2023. I have passion for caring for children and have many years of experience with prior nanny/babysitting jobs from ages newborn through high school. I am a very patient and organized person. I don't mind cleaning up, helping with school work, meal...
Bailey can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Bailey watched my 4 kids for several years as their primary sitter (over 20 hours/wk) for over 3 years. She is kind, respectful and responsible. Bailey has excellent communication skills, and is well able to handle newborns to teens, and multiple children. She is...
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Sandra L.
Lockport, IL
$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sandra! I have worked at a pre school for 3 years with children 3-5 years old. I also nannied a pair of 3-year-old twins for 5 months. I'm currently a high school Spanish teacher. I'm eager to work during the summer as a part time nanny or babysitter. I could also work as a Spanish tutor for your kids!
I am CPR &...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Sandra watched my then 4 year old (and sometimes 5 year old) last summer. She was always so nice and positive. She played with my kids and really got involved. You can absolutely tell she loves kids and loves what she does. She gave me frequent updates and was...
Caitlin D.
Amanda P.
Lockport, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
As a childcare provider with 15 years of experience, I've learned that every day is a new adventure! My nurturing spirit and love for children guide me in creating a safe and enriching environment where they can grow, learn, and have fun. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children, ranging from newborns to 11-year-olds.
My...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Amanda has babysat our daughter multiple times. She's wonderful with children - friendly, creative and patient. She's great at keeping our toddler entertained, while also safe and happy. I would recommend Amanda to any family looking for a caring and dependable...
Lauren F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a special education teacher. I have taught in every setting (elementary, junior high, and now high school). I have worked with children for more than 10 years, either in a baby sitter capacity to daycare worker, summer nanny. I am available for babysitting and tutoring. I can prepare meals and do light house keeping. My...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amy worked as my assistant in my daycare for almost 2 years, and she was an awesome employee. Amy was responsible for implementing lesson plans as well as supervising the activities of children ages 2-5 yrs. Amy is dependable and she has a genuine love for...
Darice B.
Anna S.
Homer Glen, IL
$28-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Anna! I am 22 years old. I have attained my bachelor's degree in psychology and am now working toward attaining my masters to pursue child and adolescent psychology. I am kind, caring, patient, and determined. I have been working with children in various areas (tutoring, child-care, and giving piano lessons) since...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna is organized and is a great communicator. She is responsible and takes great care of our daughter. She babysits weekly for us and is always keeping our active toddler busy by doing a wide range of activities. She is wonderful to work with, I would recommend...
Megan T.
Naomi P.
Homer Glen, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Majoring In A Child Development Major FACS In Education And Am Seeking More Experience!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a college student at JJC studying Family and Consumer Sciences in Education. My specialty is Child Development and Psychology. I've done lots of volunteering in childcare facilities, churches, and have babysitting since I was about 12. I'm comfortable helping out with laundry, errands, light housekeeping, cooking/meal...
Naomi can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Naomi did a wonderful job with our twins. She stayed in touch throughout the day and kept me updated in real-time with their location and how the day was going. She had good ideas with how to keep the kiddos occupied during the day. She was punctual, and the twins...
Jon A.
Janeth C.
Lockport, IL
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Janet, if you are looking for a new cleaning services. I just to be the Nanny / House Manager for a family close to 8 years. I have plenty experience on Cleaning and Running private homes. I also specialize in deep cleaning, move in, move out, cleaning properties to ge them ready for sale.
I offer additional...
Janeth can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Our kids fell in love with Janeth instantly during the interview. Janeth is very open, down to earth, and caring. In the short time Janeth was with us, it felt like she was part of the family. She always went out her way for our kids and treated them like her own....
Marquita J.
Dinora R.
Tinley Park, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
A few family members work in the flight industry and I was the on call sitter sometimes starting at night and finishing in the morning. I have 3 nieces and 1 nephew that I have watched over for 8 years. I was also a sitter for a family with 2 girls between the ages of 5 and 9 for a couple years. Pets are no issue for me since I...
Dinora can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's very engaging with the kids. Seems to really understand how a child's mind thinks. She has a great energy and is very creative."
Nicol R.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently working as a substitute teacher; Monday to Friday, based on job availability. I have also worked at child care centers in the past, in the infant, 2's, 3's, and kindergarten classes. I have taught first grade. I have watched neighborhood children ages birth to 12 at my home or theirs. We have played inside and...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I could always count on Jennifer to be responsible and keep my children safe in her care."
Serra V.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alyssa, I'm 26 years old and a recent college graduate. I'm responsible, trustworthy, and caring individual. My experience with watching children is, I love teaching new crafts and new skills to developing young minds. I feel when it comes to being a "nanny" it should be taken just as serious as any job. I am...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very sweet and kind, highly would recommend her!"
Cynthia W.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Ana and I am a senior in college studying nursing. I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I can be flexible with schedules and am also comfortable with pets! Right now, I am only looking for short-term jobs like date nights and...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive the girls where they needed to be and take them, and...
Jackie F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jaycee! I am looking for a family for the summer. As I am a middle school ELA teacher. I enjoy working with all ages of children!
Jaycee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Jaycee has been a wonderful addition to our family as a weekly childcare provider. She is very dependable and always brings fun activities for the kids to do. My children adore her and can't wait her her next sitting day! I would recommend Jaycee for any type of...
Jamie S.
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Jackie. I am 24 years old. I have lots of experience babysitting not only my younger siblings but also my nephews and nieces ages 7 months - 12 years. Previously I worked as the program coordinator for the Aurora Township Youth Center for children ages 6 to 13. During the school year I was part of an after school...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Jackie was a very good and dependable worker at raging waves water park in Yorkville. She always showed up for her assigned days and was always on time. Many of the other workers showed up late or not at all or even quit because they thought the standing at their...
Jeff H.
Natalie B.
Lockport, IL
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Natalie I am a Kindergarten teacher looking to make some extra money to buy a house. I've been teaching Kindergarten for two years under my PEL, was a full time sub before that and taught at a daycare. I have 6 years of teaching experience. I have over 150 field experience hours through GSU in infant, toddler,...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"The first question our boys asked when Natalie left-----When can she come back?! She was great with boys, played with them the whole time and was super attentive to them. She updated us half way through the evening with how everything was going. Very polite and...
Greg B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
SUMMER HELP
HELLO! and thanks for checking my bio out ! I'm a happy, understanding and energetic individual desiring to help out . Glad to assist families in child care, assist individuals( mom's, senior's and disable), run errands, drop off and pick up children and or adults, shopping, laundry, light housekeeping, cooking and...
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"She is a wonderful organizer and has helped me and my family in many ways. We had moved and were sorry to have to say goodbye."
Kathy P.
Hannah E.
Lockport, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Hannah, I love to write and volunteer to help anyone in need! I have recently graduated from Esthetician School. I also have a 5-year-old niece that I help take care for! I want to make sure children feel loved and can be comfortable being themselves around me. My goals are to provide a healthy and welcoming...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah was wonderful with our kids (ages 1, 3, and 9 years). She was always reliable, creative and our kids miss her dearly. Unfortunately, our situation has changed and we were sad to see her go. She would make a great nanny to any family."
Christian C.
Hello. My name is Ariana, I am the oldest of 7. I have been watching my siblings since I was 13. I love children and I have a natural need to nurture and care for them. It comes easily for me. I treat and love each child as if they were my own. I have been a full time nanny for 7/8 years now. I did take this last year off to be...
Ariana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I come from a big family, so I have been taking care of children my whole life. My previous work has been at Chicago Swim School and WeeCare Preschool in the infant room. I currently work full time at an elementary school as an aid in a special education classroom. I am looking for part-time work on week nights and weekends! I...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New Lenox, IL
Danielle H.
5.0
Dani is Amazing! She did everything we asked and more. Our kids loved her and they said she was the best babysitter they have ever had!
- Care member
Kathy S.
5.0
ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!!! My family has grown by 1 when we found Kathy! I travel A LOT for work and we've moved to IL and are detached from family. Kathy has made our biggest concern disappear!! Having someone you can trust to take care of your most precious commodity; your children, is PRICELESS!! Our...
- Shaneva M.
Bailey M.
5.0
Bailey was one of the most reliable and engaging caregivers we have ever had for our children. She was creative and always attentive to their needs. She is patient and exceedingly responsible. She is also fun and loves to be around kids and they love her! She always made them feel special!
- Care member
Sandra L.
5.0
Sandra watched my then 4 year old (and sometimes 5 year old) last summer. She was always so nice and positive. She played with my kids and really got involved. You can absolutely tell she loves kids and loves what she does. She gave me frequent updates and was prompt with responding to my texts. I...
- Caitlin D.
Amanda P.
5.0
Amanda has babysat our daughter multiple times. She's wonderful with children - friendly, creative and patient. She's great at keeping our toddler entertained, while also safe and happy. I would recommend Amanda to any family looking for a caring and dependable caregiver.
- Lauren F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in New Lenox, IL:
How can I find a New Lenox babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in New Lenox, 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 16 babysitters in New Lenox, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.2. 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 New Lenox, IL?
The average rate for New Lenox, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.94 per hour as of February 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 New Lenox, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New Lenox, 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 New Lenox, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Babysitters in New Lenox, IL are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.