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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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
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, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I'm babysitting or being a nanny over 20 years. I have experience with newborns up to kids going to college. I'm looking for an active and friendly family who would like to have a nanny long term.
5.0
"She has been an amazing Nanny for two of my kids from birth to my kids turning 3. Very reliable, excellent with kids of all ages and CPR certified. Ingrida helped with a lot of my kids milestones. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified substitute teacher in Illinois (Riverside Brookfield High School). I have just under 2 years of experience babysitting children ages 3 and under. I would be a great fit for children ages 7 and up, as I can help navigate technology and remote-learning assignments. I have led theatre camps for teenagers at...
Michael can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"We hired Mike during the middle of the pandemic to help with remote learning for my first grader and watching my 4yo. Mike also took on some housekeeping and pet care responsibilities. He is very patient and creative with the children in helping with the remote...
Andrea N.
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, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Positive attitude. Calm with our young kids. Willing to help out where needed."
Andrew W.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"she is amazing with children. She has babysat our daughter since she was 2 weeks old
. She was always on time. She is very trustworthy that she house sat for us when we went on vacation. we still use her from time to time but it was due to our schedule why we...
Dan A.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dionne is exceptional! My daughter absolutely loves her."
Stephanie K.
4.6
(15)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
I am a childcare provider with many 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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathy is a great babysitter, super kind and organized. My son loves playing with her. He is delighted when he sees Kathy. We know our son is in good hands when Kathy is taking care of him. We are grateful that we could meet Kathy on Care and she will definitely be...
Chang 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, 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.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I've had 8 years of experience. I'm really patient with children, such as playing with them. Also, I like to take advantage of the time while they are asleep, such as to clean around the house, etc. When it comes to speaking to children, if parents agree for me to teach them a new language.
Maria can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maria cares for our one year old son 4 days per week and we cannot say enough good things about her. She is early every morning and truly does go above and beyond in everything she does for us. Our son absolutely adores her - he even claps when she arrives in the...
Jennifer H.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Control and care for kids at the employer's residence. Prepare snacks and bottles for children and infants. Organize and take part in activities such as games, crafts, outings and exercise. Discipline children in keeping with the methods requested by the parents. Bathe, dress and groom infants and children. Arrange formulas and...
Joanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joanna is amazing! She watches our infant son two days a week. He is always so happy to see her, and it's obvious he is well taken care of. We're so grateful for her! I'm happy to recommend her to other families."
Annie K.
Felice W.
Crestwood, IL
$22-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring And Trustworthy Sitter With Flexible Availability
5.0
(8)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! My name is Felice, and I LOVE LOVE LOVE children! Caring for children comes so very natural for me, and I realized this early on in life. My first job was babysitting, which I continued on throughout high school, college, and my adulthood, Family is my number one priority, so I made sure that my career choice would...
Felice can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Wonderful! My son loved her, and she was so considerate and kind. Will definitely hire again!"
Anastasia R.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lizzi has been with our family for over 2 years. She is wonderful with our kids, and very respectful. She is always on time and I trust her. As a bonus, she is an animal lover who is great with our dog :)"
Laura G.
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
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...
Care member
Alexa R.
Chicago, IL
$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as quiet yet outgoing.
I like working with kids because I grew up in a big family and ever since I was a little girl I was always with my aunts and uncles that had babies and toddlers. I was the designated "babysitter" at every party and as I grew older the kids never stopped following me, but it was...
5.0
"We hired Alexa full time for almost a full year. She took great care of our daughter and was always on time. Would highly recommend her."
Kyle G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Palos Heights, 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
Michael L.
5.0
We hired Mike during the middle of the pandemic to help with remote learning for my first grader and watching my 4yo. Mike also took on some housekeeping and pet care responsibilities. He is very patient and creative with the children in helping with the remote learning and extra project either...
- Andrea N.
Christen S.
5.0
Positive attitude. Calm with our young kids. Willing to help out where needed.
- Andrew W.
Mareena M.
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.
Dionne V.
5.0
Dionne is exceptional! My daughter absolutely loves her.
- Stephanie K.
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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 7 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 $18.43 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 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.