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I have raised 5 grown daughters and have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. I am a loving, responsible babysitter who always makes sure the babies I watch are happy, comfortable and safe. I have watched over 10 babies for the last 10 years and no more than 2-3 at a time so they can get the love and attention they...
Evelyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kelsey. I am 28 years old. I have had years of babysitting experience from my sister, nieces, jobs I have had through care. com, and now my own child. I was with one family through care. com for about 5 years, and I have also been with another family for before school care, and after school care. I have my own...
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
I am a mental health therapist, who is currently building up my caseload. In the meantime, I absolutely love being around kids. I have a great deal of experience working with kids.
Bailey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My babysitting career started with my sister who is six years younger than me. I began babysitting her when I was 13 and was paid to do so by my parents. I then took on babysitting for three other families, two of which were as needed and one as a part-time Nanny. When I nannied I had the following responsibilities: cook dinner...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
I have 5 years of experience in working with children. I have nannied every summer for the past 5 years! I also worked in after-school care at a private school, watching kids from ages 4-13. I am looking for jobs because I am currently a college student in the area! I can send a resume as well!
Anaeliese can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a senior at Alan B. Shepard High School and next year I will be attending Illinois State University's Nursing program. I'm a dedicated worker and I've been employed as lifeguard and crew-leader (CPR certified) at the Palos Pool as well as Sales Associate at Abercrombie & Fitch in Orland Park. At the Palos Pool I also worked...
Zoe V.
Palos Heights, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am Zoe, I have been a nannying and babysitting since I was 16 years old. I usually babysit for families in my neighborhood or the families that I teach swim lessons too, however, I would love to find a long-term family to babysit for. I was a lifeguard the last two summers, so I am CPR certified and I love to keep the kids off...
Zoe can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am currently 24 years old. I have been babysitting since I was about 13. I have worked with different ages, mostly between about 5 months to 6 years old. I have nannied for twins, so I can do multiple kids at once! The most I have taken on was 3! I adore kids, and they adore me!
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I'm looking for a full-time nanny position during the weekdays. I don't have any current experience, but I love working with children. I'm patient, friendly, and I enjoy teaching kids new things. I can help with cooking/meal preparation, cleaning, tutoring, and entertaining the kids. I am willing to work long days if needed.
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
I am almost 29 years old. I am working full time but I am looking to nanny on off days. Way back in high school, I have taken Parenting, Early Childhood Education, and Child Development. I was a student intern senior year, at an Elementary school where I taught a class of 1st graders. I have babysat children in my family, and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
(36)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as a mothers helper and taking care of infants as young as a month old. Also, travel, overnights, or live in babysitter while parents travel or have a stay cation. I love doing arts and crafts and taking children to the park, museums, etc. Currently looking for occasional sitting. Families book me when school...
Tanya can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tanya was a wonderful sitter for our nine week old baby girl. She texted us updates and tracked feedings, diaper changes, and sleep. Tanya was experienced and professional, and from the awesomely cute photos she sent we knew baby had a great time! Will definitely...
Caitlin L.
5.0
(2)
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
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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Christen and I am currently a graduate student in a gap year! I have experience with kids as I have worked in a daycare the past few years not to mention I have worked personally with many different families! Look forward to hearing from you!
Christen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Positive attitude. Calm with our young kids. Willing to help out where needed."
Andrew W.
Susan R.
Chicago, IL
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
I like working with kids because kids are sometimes misunderstood. They are the future and they need to be shown compassion and understanding in order for them to grow into confident, caring adults.
I started working with kids when I was 16 volunteering at a daycare. I then got a full time job there when I was 19. I worked...
3.0
"she was great with our son but quite with no warning becasue I wasnt comfortable with her taking my son out and about. Also took a lot of sick days which caused me to use all my PTO time at work by October."
Katherine R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My names Mareena and I have been a babysitter/nanny for 10 years now. I have worked with numerous families with children from the ages of newborn to 13. Providing care for your little ones is what I do best. I am reliable, trustworthy, responsible, and energetic. Your child's safety is my top priority. Besides providing your...
Mareena can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mareena has been our after school caregiver since the fall of 2016. She is always reliable and follows any directions I leave. Mareena is a hard worker and I appreciate that I can always count on her to show up when scheduled."
Regina S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work in a school with children that have developmental disabilities. I have been doing that for the past 15 years and prior to that I was a CNA. I enjoy working with children and adults.
Dionne can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Dionne is exceptional! My daughter absolutely loves her."
Stephanie K.
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a craft-loving, outdoorsy, bookworm who also has a profound love for helping people grow. I've been in professional education for five years, and babysat/nannied my entire young adult life before that. I'm enthusiastic and optimistic while still being structured. I'm here because I want families to thrive, and being a part...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"We hired Rebecca to be our nanny, but it only lasted 2 months. She did fine with the kids, but was unreliable. She was regularly late - and often had things "come up" that caused her to be hours late or not show up at all. I'm sure she would do fine as a...
Rachel W.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katarzyna is amazing with my 2.5 year old daughter, she is truly a natural with kids. My daughter is very attached to me but can stay with her for hours without complaining. She is sweet, easy to communicate with and just overall great at her job. Highly highly...
Cathy L.
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Nina. I am 21 years old, and am looking for a job as a nanny/ babysitter this summer. I am a rising senior at Marquette University this fall studying speech pathology and audiology. I love spending time with children of all ages, and grew up with three siblings so I know how to handle the chaos. The last few...
Nina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We have used Nina many times to babysit our two kids. They are now 2 and 4 years old and she has watched them since my youngest was a baby. The kids love her and ask about her all the time. She is dependable and extremely responsible. If we had a need we would hire...
Bridget P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Palos Heights, IL
Tanya S.
5.0
Tanya is your girl! She was every bit of amazing. We hired her through Care.com because we were traveling to Chicago for vacation. She put my mind at ease with the first phone call. She was more than we could have asked for, our girls enjoyed their time with her. And, her picture updates created for...
- Alex M.
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
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
Christen S.
5.0
Positive attitude. Calm with our young kids. Willing to help out where needed.
- Andrew W.
Susan R.
3.0
she was great with our son but quite with no warning becasue I wasnt comfortable with her taking my son out and about. Also took a lot of sick days which caused me to use all my PTO time at work by October.
- Katherine R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Palos Heights, IL:
How can I find a Palos Heights babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Palos Heights, 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 10 babysitters in Palos Heights, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Palos Heights, IL?
The average rate for Palos Heights, IL babysitters on Care.com is $17.60 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 Palos Heights, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Palos Heights, 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.