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60 babysitters are listed in Orland Park, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Orland Park, IL
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My Name is Samantha. I am a Special Education Paraprofessional in New Lenox D122! I have over 10 years experience in child care and a ficus on child development. I work with all special needs population and average children as well. I have a Bachelors in Child Psychology and will be starting a master certification 2023...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am currently working as a 5th grade dual language teacher from August to May and am hoping to care for and/or tutor kids kids of any age for the summer! I want to help your children have a safe, enjoyable summer full of games and learning. I have a degree in elementary education and Spanish, as well as several hundred hours of...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
have 10+ years caring for children whether it be childcare for family and friends to working with adolescents in therapeutic settings as a mentor and guide to working as a paraprofessional to kindergarten students with special needs. My schedule is very flexible!! I look forward to hearing from you!
Natalia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Meghan E J.
Orland Park, IL
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Meghan! I am currently finishing my student teaching placement for biology-secondary education. I have numerous years of babysitting experience including watching my younger siblings, cousins, etc. I have also taught swimming lessons to children for 4 years at a swimming facility as well as private lessons. I...
Meghan E can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alaa A.
Orland Park, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello !
How are you doing ?
With over 15 years of experience working with children, I've had the joy of being part of school events, birthday parties, and various fun activities. As the oldest in my family, I naturally took on a leadership role by babysitting my younger siblings, which taught me patience, responsibility, and...
Ally M.
Orland Park, IL
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Ally and I am currently a senior at Depaul University studying communications. I've been working with kids since I was 16. I started by babysitting my youngest brothers then moved onto my cousin's children and then the neighborhood children. I love kids of all ages and know I will have just as much fun as the kids do...
Ally can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Hello! My name is Megan and I am a former Special Education Teacher at a therapeutic day school! I have experience with infants all the way to 22-year-olds. I am a mother to a wonderful, highly energetic 4-year-old. I have my own safe, reliable transportation and I am CPR certified. Please reach out to me if I'd be a good fit...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi. Babysitting or being a nanny over 20 years. I have experience with newborns up to kids going to college. The last two and a half years worked with babies. l'm looking for an active and friendly family who would like to have a nanny long term.
5.0
"She is great nanny. She is reliable and hard working. She is patient, so that she can handle children when they are difficult."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you."
Victoria R.
Erin S.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a college student-athlete at Trinity College in Connecticut but I live in the south suburbs of Chicago! I am a member of the softball team at Trinity College and this will be my first summer in a very long time not filled up with travel softball. I have a very open schedule all summer and lot of experience...
5.0
"Erin was a great care giver for my 2 children. She is excited to be at work and have fun with the kids. She played with them both indoors and outdoors."
Roxane H.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Mariah I am nurse midwife and women's health nurse practitioner. I currently live in Markham, IL. I would love to use my experience as a midwife, registered nurse to be of assistance for occasional date nights or getaways. I can offer more availability during the week for the right family and fit. I am...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mariah was punctual and prepared for our in person meet-up! She was kind and more than qualified to care for children of all ages. Unfortunately, we ended up not needing a sitter for the dates specified, so we did not have the chance to hire her. However, I will...
Jenna K.
Elizabeth C.
Willow Springs, IL
$28-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Multitalented Family Assistant. My Passion Is To Care For Others!
5.0
(4)
I have experience caring for all ages. My favorite activities include getting creative: drawing/painting/crafts. ! Cooking is also a passion of mine - preparing food and serving nutritious snacks and meals. I also enjoy light cleaning and organizing, running errands and grocery shopping and being a chauffeur. I'm an animal...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lizzi is a compassionate, trustworthy and extremely dependable individual that would be an asset to anyone's family! "
Cathy D.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amy had been caring for my kids before and after school. Even after one week working with my son, his grades have improved and he is more engaged. She has been wonderful!"
Lucy B.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Cassie. I am 34 years old and have a beautiful daughter who is 9 years old. I'm kind, compassionate and a caring person! As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day by day. So, naturally I turned so childcare as a profession at the age of 16 and never looked back!
My background caring for...
5.0
"Cassie is calm, organized and empathetic. My youngest son has Autism and Cassie was not phased by his tantrums and melt downs. "
Care member
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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Naomi took a position that better met the number of hours she was looking for but had the respect to keep me posted through the process and communicated responsible. All the best!"
Care member
4.7
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer being caring, supportive, compassionate and patient. I'm a nanny and also a caregiver. I'm great with kids. I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well.
I like working with kids because kids' rock! They...
Bonniejean can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bonnie is amazing! I hired Bonnie for my two boys through the recommendation of a friend. She is wonderful, interactive, and engaging with my kids - they light up when they see her! She is great at managing any instructions I leave for her and always leaves my...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nurturing caregiver with 3 years of experience, I find joy in supporting families and making a positive impact on the lives of children. My calm and friendly nature allows me to easily connect with kids, and I relish the opportunity to teach them new things through fun and educational games like outdoor sports, board games,...
Itzel can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Itzel is extremely caring and always does a great job. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have 4 children ages 22, 20, 11, and 10. I thoroughly enjoy working with children. I am a stay at home mother looking for extra income, more importantly, as I was a working mother, I know the importance of feeling safe and comfortable with someone watching my children. I also know the difficulties in working and being able to...
Phyllis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a wonderful mother. A very caring person. Takes excellent care of her kids and others. Very trustworthy. I would not hesitate to have her care for my children. She us very loving."
Kathy M.
Courtney H.
New Lenox, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(21)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Courtney! I am currently seeking a part-time nanny-share position where I would watch your kiddo and also bring my baby girl along (born 11/13/23). Hoping to find a family interested in having our little ones socialize together!
A little about me- I have 10+ years of experience in early childhood and also went to...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Hiring Courtney as our nanny was the best decision we ever made! For almost two years, she didn't just care for our daughter—she became a part of our family. Courtney's reliability, trustworthiness, and genuine care made her remarkable. She didn't just meet the...
Care member
4.6
(15)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
I am a childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development led me to this profession. I am patient, calm, creative, and approachable. I believe in open communication with parents and provide regular updates about their child's day and any...
Katarzyna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My daughter reached out to Kathy with open arms the first time she met her, which put me at ease. Kathy is very easy to work with and was good with our dog, too. I would hire her again!"
Christine G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Orland Park, IL
Ingrida R.
5.0
She is great nanny. She is reliable and hard working. She is patient, so that she can handle children when they are difficult.
- Care member
Maria F.
5.0
We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you.
- Victoria R.
Erin S.
5.0
Erin was a great care giver for my 2 children. She is excited to be at work and have fun with the kids. She played with them both indoors and outdoors.
- Roxane H.
Mariah W.
5.0
Mariah was punctual and prepared for our in person meet-up! She was kind and more than qualified to care for children of all ages. Unfortunately, we ended up not needing a sitter for the dates specified, so we did not have the chance to hire her. However, I will definitely keep her on my "go-to...
- Jenna K.
Elizabeth C.
5.0
Lizzi is a compassionate, trustworthy and extremely dependable individual that would be an asset to anyone's family!
- Cathy D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Orland Park, IL:
How can I find a Orland Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Orland 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 47 babysitters in Orland Park, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.1. 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 Orland Park, IL?
The average rate for Orland Park, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.30 per hour as of January 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 Orland Park, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Orland 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 Orland Park, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.1 / 5
Babysitters in Orland Park, IL are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.