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60 babysitters are listed in Oak Park, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Oak Park, IL
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with four years of experience. My passion for fostering children's growth and development is what motivates me to provide top-quality care. My creative and friendly personality helps me engage children in a variety of activities that promote learning and fun.
I maintain open communication with...
Janardia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
I like working with kids because they keep me busy and young. It's always a joy to work with kids because you can teach them alot, and it's amazing to see them finally master something that you all have been working on, but they tend to teach us much more. I love getting to experience the milestones, the "failures" (or...
Satomi can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello! My name is Isabelle and I have experience in childcare and adult caretaking services.
I have worked in a daycare, as a nanny, and as a certified nursing assistant in an assisted living facility and memory care facility. I have experience with children from 3 months to high school, including those with special needs. In...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jennifer R.
Oak Park, IL
$15-20/hr
I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare. With three years of experience caring for children, I'm known for my patience and calm demeanor. I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred methods to share updates and address any concerns. I believe in following the parents'...
Cassandra S.
Oak Park, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loyola Medical Student Seeking Part-time Childcare Role!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Casey and I am a 27-year-old medical student at Loyola Chicago. With 10+ years of experience in childcare, I am comfortable with kids of all ages and have worked in both group settings (church group childcare provider, soccer coach, etc.) as well as individually (providing 1:1 homework help, full-time nanny...
Cassandra can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Eden S.
Oak Park, IL
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Eden, I'm 20 years old and looking to get back into baby sitting after taking a break. I baby sat all throughout high school and now that I'm looking to go to college, finding a job that is a little more customizable to my schedule is essential. Within my search for a new job I've reconsidered baby sitting because of my...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Peace! I am a certified doula with a focus on postpartum care to ensure family is well adjusted to baby even after I'm gone. I view this work through the lens of tribal midwifery; supporting community through love and empowerment of the true self. I am committed to care and choose this work as an extension of said commitment. It...
Darrius can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a fun, loving, and energetic babysitter and tutor with experience working with children ages 0-21. Currently, I am a 5th/6th grade math and science teacher with a Master of Education (M. Ed.) in Special Education. I have a passion for working with children of all ages and am dedicated to making a positive impact in their...
Kara can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kara is an exceptional caregiver. She arrived early and my toddler immediately took to her. She is a very kind and responsible sitter who has great experience!
We are excited to have Kara back again soon!"
Emily F.
Sofia B.
Oak Park, IL
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there. I offer childcare services and pet sitting/care depending on my availability. I am open this summer until August to care requests!
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sofia was great with our cats. We will hire her again. "
Lara T.
Manqi C.
Oak Park, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I took care of children as nanny or babysitter for about 10 years. I have also been volunteering to take care of children during church services at least once a month for more than 10 years. The children's age were from 3 months to 7 years old. I am a loving, patient and responsible person. l love children and enjoy playing with...
Manqi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Lucca R.
Oak Park, IL
$22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Lucca. I'm a responsible and friendly babysitter with a few years of experience caring for children of all ages. I love engaging kids with fun and educational activities while making sure they're safe and comfortable. I'm CPR certified and can assist with light housekeeping, meal prep, and bedtime routines. I'm...
Lucca can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began babysitting at the age of 11 yrs old. I am now 27. I currently work at Advocate Aurora Health as a Medical Assistant. I have always expressed interest in the medical field. I want to go in to Nursing and Esthetics. I am looking for something temporary to help save money up to pay for school. Open to babysitting,...
Anais can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anais has watched both of my children & they both love her. She has been on time every time we have needed her, & has a great demeanour. I would highly recommend her to my friends and family as a sitter."
Billy R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a CPS kindergarten teacher with over a decade of teaching experience in Early Childhood. I also have several years of nanny experience with newborns and multiples. I'm looking for one-time or recurring babysitting gigs, or a family who needs a part time caregiver for the summer. I love getting outdoors, exploring...
Wendi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Highly skilled with children. Especially attentive to their needs - particularly allergies. She took great care of my two girls for years before we moved away and saved my eldest from a peanut allergy reaction at her day care. I cannot recommend her highly enough!"
Heather W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Gabi and I'm a 32-year-old professional moving to Santa Monica from Chicago in October. I used to live in LA 10 years ago, and decided I have had enough of the winters, so I'm back!
I have15+ years of childcare experience, including nannying, babysitting, and teaching swim lessons. (I was also a competitive swimmer...
Gabi can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"We adore Gabi and have found her to be warm, firm, and entirely responsible in her approach."
Ragnar C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jordan and I am from Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. I am a second year student at Loyola University Chicago and I am currently studying in Chicago. My goal is to become an exoctic veternarian. I have over 3 years of experience babysitting, house-sitting, and pet-sitting. I love kids and animals! I love to...
Jordan can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Incredibly attentive and very kind, a responsible and helpful young girl. Hired her repeatedly and always felt highly comfortable with having her around."
Sarah A.
5.0
(1)
I have loads of energy and an upbeat attitude!
I've been a paid babysitter for the past 10 years and have had great fun and success with a range of differently abled children. No matter your child's capabilities, I know we will have a wonderful and safe time with creativity and play.
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We hire Bitty on a regular basis to watch our 18 month old daughter and love it every time. She's punctual, dependable, thoughtful and very sweet. Every time she comes over, our daughter is happy, well fed and the house is left organized and clean."
Omar G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi My Name is Annie and I seriously love hanging out with children. They are so full of amazing energy and such a joy to be around. I am passionate about children because you can learn a lot from them, like how to enjoy the simple things in life. I have been working with children for the past 7 years in the position of...
Annie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Annie is definitely a 5 Star tutor. She is worked around our schedule and even helped us out with last minute requests also. She is a wonderful baby-sitter and a very knowledgeable tutor. My son missed many days of school but with Annie's help, he was able to keep...
Mik H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Amy and I'm a full-time Montessori preschool teacher looking to babysit in my spare time. I started my teaching career at a preschool in Marin County, California. I absolutely loved this job and quickly fell in love with early childhood education. Through education courses at St. Mary's College of California, I learned...
Amy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
(5)
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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...
Ely T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Angela, I'm a second year Physician Assistant student in Chicago. I love working with kids and have done so all my life; I have experience working as a camp counselor and babysitter for several years, as well as tutoring, and teaching elementary school in Spain. As a former EMT and current PA student, I am CPR...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angela was great and the kids loved hanging out with her. Looking forward to having her help out again!"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oak Park, IL
Kara L.
5.0
If COVID didn't happen Kara and my job hadn't transitioned to WFH, she would have been my 4 month old's nanny. Due to the circumstances changing, I was unable to hire her but she was my first pick. She was experienced and patient with my little guy.
- Hibah A.
Sofia B.
5.0
Sofia was great with our cats. We will hire her again.
- Lara T.
Anais V.
5.0
Anais is so warm, kind and gentle. She is the epitome of helpfulness. She helps my son get ready to go when it comes time for pick up - when my son is with her, I never have to struggle to get him to go potty or put on his coat; it's all done by the time I arrive! He is always so happy in her care!...
- Sarah B.
Wendi G.
5.0
Highly skilled with children. Especially attentive to their needs - particularly allergies. She took great care of my two girls for years before we moved away and saved my eldest from a peanut allergy reaction at her day care. I cannot recommend her highly enough!
- Heather W.
Gabi C.
5.0
We adore Gabi and have found her to be warm, firm, and entirely responsible in her approach.
- Ragnar C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Oak Park, IL:
How can I find a Oak Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Oak 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 51 babysitters in Oak Park, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Oak Park, IL?
The average rate for Oak Park, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.20 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 Oak Park, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Oak 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 Oak Park, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Oak Park, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.