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60 babysitters are listed in Palatine, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Palatine, IL
Melissa was great with our two kids. She was reliable and punctual.
Review for Melissa M. by Abraham R.
I had another nanny back out last minute when I had temporary training for work and Jelena was kind enough to step in and take care of my…
Review for Jelena J. by Kendel C.
Shyla is great! She really helped our family out when we needed child care with very short notice. Shyla responded promptly and wanted to…
Review for Shyla W. by Brian W.
Babysitters in Palatine, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Melissa, and I have 10+ years of babysitting experience. I graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor's of Special Education: Learning Behavior Specialist (B. S. Ed.). I've watched children from ages newborn-adolescent.
If I had to pick five words that best describes me, it would be: active,...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Melissa was great with our two kids. She was reliable and punctual."
Abraham R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone, I am Jelena and I am a sitter that just not only been nannying for over seven years but has great experience with many infants through teenage years. I am very trustworthy and responsible. I also do house chores, cleaning and cooking. With the many years of nannying I have learned so much from kids and learned...
Jelena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I had another nanny back out last minute when I had temporary training for work and Jelena was kind enough to step in and take care of my two toddler boys. She was on time, communicative, patient and gentle with the kids and we came home to a clean house with art...
Kendel C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Shyla. I have years of experience as a nanny and a part-time babysitter. I have worked with ages from as young as 1 month and as old as 12. I have helped prepare kids for their first years of school. I also have been a tutor for older children and I am comfortable helping with online learning.
Shyla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"We hired Shyla to watch our two kiddos with short notice. She was very responsive, reliable, and easy to communicate with. She jumped right in and immediately engaged. Followed all written instructions, has a very calm demeanor and was patient with my rambunctious...
Amanda H.
5.0
(1)
Growing up in a kid full area I was babysitting by the age of 12 and have continued all the way into my 30's! I can't turn down the opportunity to spend some time with some kids. I have tons of experience and would love to help you out!
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Jessica is AMAZING!! She is so caring and loving. Jessica treats your child like her own. Very creative and does great craft ideas for the kids. Keeps them busy and now many years later my twin boys who are teenagers still call her " Auntie Jessie". "
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Hoda S.
Palatine, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is hoda. I'm 23 years old. My brief description would be I'm a fun-loving babysitter. I simply enjoy spending time with children. I pride myself on being able to play and act goofy with the kids, yet still have them listen and respect me. I love taking children to interactive & fun activities such as the park, zoo,...
Hoda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hoda is a very nice person by nature. She connected with my children instantly. That is a no wonder since she spends a lot of time with kids and with her two nieces, who she always look after."
Jimmy A.
Estefanny J.
Palatine, IL
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I am currently looking for a part/full time position with a family. I currently have a part time job as a lab technician. I have a lot of experience working with children. I have worked with multiple families that I met here on care. com. I handled meals, transportation, play dates, homework help, etc. I have worked...
Estefanny can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Steph has been working for us since Jan 2017. She's been a great addition to our family and the kids really like her. She's reliable and gets the job done. Unfortunately her fall school schedule and our family needs conflict...if that were not the case, we...
Heather H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jessica. Thank you for viewing my profile. I am an experienced nanny with over 8 years of experience with kids of all ages ranging from 2 years old to high school. I love nothing more than to bond and play with kids as if they were my own.
I have a Bachelors in Communications from Elmhurst College and am CPR...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is the best and our kids love her! She is very punctual and caring. She would help our kids with homework, take them to playground & after school activities. Overall she brings positive influence to our kids. Highly recommended!!!"
Vincent L.
5.0
(1)
I have worked with children of all ages in both in home and in school settings. I have also worked with special needs children and their families. I enjoy meeting the developmental needs of the children I work with no matter what stage of development they are in. I treat each child/person as an individual and meet the needs of...
Judith can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Judy is amazing! She is an angel who goes above and beyond and her expertise with special needs is like having a doctor, nurse, teacher, therapist and social worker rolled into one loving person who becomes a member of the family. We thank Judy for her tender...
Deborah N.
Tatyana P.
Palatine, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Loving Nanny Available Full Time Or Part Time.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids for more than 25years. I was preschool teacher in Latvia. In the USA, I've worked with children of all ages for 20 years. I am a kind, loving, fun nanny. I enjoy playing with kids, teaching them, hiking outdoors, reading books, listening to music, playing ball, etc. Always provide safety and...
Tatyana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Tatyana is an exceptional caregiver. She is compassionate, patient, and goes above and beyond to foster a nurturing, age-appropriate environment. Highly self-sufficient and resourceful, she takes initiative in managing our 7 month old with ease. Additionally,...
Stephanie B.
Hi, my name is Stephanie B! I am a certified K-12 teacher who has been teaching at the high school level for 5 years. I love working with children, and am very comfortable helping with school work, arts/crafts, music, and sports/playing outside. I am completely bilingual in English and Spanish and am willing and able to speak...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
-Babysat for a church small group of 11 kids maximum.
-Nannied for siblings- girl is 9 and her brother is 11. Took kids to the pool often as well as out to eat.
-Babysat for twins, 2 years old. Cooked them lunch and dinner and bedtime as well.
-Babysat for a family friend, four kids, twin girls who are 11, brother who is 4, and...
Gretchen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nori C.
Palatine, IL
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter Available Some Evenings And Some Weekends, Also Experienced With Special Needs
I am a mother of two grown children, a grandmother of a 20 yr old young lady . Who works part time as a school bus assistant and also a Zumba instructor. Love the spark of life children put in my days! Seems I am always surrounded by them. :) I have been working for District 15 for 26 years now while in between routes I teach...
Nori can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Anna Q.
Palatine, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Attentive And Caring Babysitter Providing Safe & Fun Environment!
Hello! My name is Anna, and I am thrilled to share my extensive experience as a nanny with you. With 11 years of hands-on experience and a deep understanding of child development, I am confident in my ability to provide exceptional care for your little ones.
From a young age, I have been surrounded by a large family and have had...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Current Substitute Teacher
Current Princess & Character Performer for Kids' Birthdays with the company Characters. io.
Coloring book illustrator "Animal Coloring Book"
Vacation Bible School Volunteer - 3 Summers
Babysitting Experience - 4 Years
Customer Service - 3 Years
Animal Shelter Volunteer - Over 100 Hours
CPR +...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
I am a mother who raised 2 of my own children. Now I am also a grandmother often taking care of my 1-year-old grandson. I am originally from Lithuania, I was an elementary school and music teacher for 22 years. I live in the US for the last 10 years. I worked as a nanny for 4 years. I play piano and like to sing.
Ilona can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I am an energetic multi-task, with sense of humor, smiling, kids loving person. I like spending as much time as possible outside to hike or grow flowers and herbs. At my previous job I arranged a small herb garden and we had fresh herbs for salads all year round. I love animals as well and currently I have two cats. I work...
Ewa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Antonio M.
Palatine, IL
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing children's development and am driven to make a positive impact on their lives. With two years of experience caring for children, I'm skilled at keeping them engaged and entertained, whether it's through outdoor games, board games, puzzles, or technology-based activities. I'm comfortable caring for...
Sydney B.
Palatine, IL
$19-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an energetic caregiver with a passion for working with children. I have been teaching in the preschool at palatine high school for the past 10 months, engaging with children ages 3-5 years old. I also have experience with occasionally babysitting my little cousins ages 3 and 7, but am more than willing to work with children...
Lindsey H.
Palatine, IL
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Lindsey and I'm 21 years old! I have been babysitting since I was in middle school for local families for date nights and started full time nannying when covid first happened in 2020. I have experience with all ages from infant up to 12 years old. I have watched up to 5 kids at a time. I am CPR/first aid...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello
I am a responsible and reliable babysitter with 6+ years of experience in taking care of children of various ages. I have a car and a clean driving record. I have CPR and First Aide and a flexible schedule.
Reach out to me if you are interested
Thank you.
Nataliia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Palatine, IL:
How can I find a Palatine babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Palatine, 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 60 babysitters in Palatine, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Palatine, IL?
The average rate for Palatine, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.63 per hour as of May 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 Palatine, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Palatine, 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 Palatine, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Palatine, IL are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.