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4.5
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Eileen and I'd love to help!. I've been a caregiver/ nanny for 25+years and I LOVE IT!! I have CPR and first aid training. I'm a mom of 3 magnificent individuals! I've taken care of children of all ages, siblings(3+), and children with disabilities. I can do date nights, occasional overnights and last minute...
Eileen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Eileen has been great with our 4 month old daughter and 3 year old son. She is so kind and loving and patient. We really appreciate all her hard work "
Liz D.
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Sandra. I am a very loving, caring, fun, energetic and responsible mother of two. I love to read, enjoy spending family quality time, and I love the outdoors.
I have served in the children's ministry center at our church, where I have been a member for 23 years. I have provided care in the nursery room all the...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sandra worked with me in the preschool aged classroom. She is reliable. She really commits herself to working hard with the kids. I enjoyed working with Sandra."
Ericka C.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Hannah I have a passion for working with kids and constructing productive activities. I have experience working with kids with autism. I've worked with newborns to teens. I'm able to care for more than 3 kids. I've worked in park districts before , day cares , churches, schools, cheer teams and more. I have...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah did a great job for helping out for two days with our kids while we worked from home. Great attitude, polite and helped with meals, snacks and clean up. Would work with her again."
George Y.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & 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.
Priscila T.
Oak Lawn, IL
$20-100/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 28 Years old, I've worked with multiple families with up to 4 children at a time under my care, with 5+ years of experience in childcare. I have 2 daughters of my own. Motherhood has been life changing for me, but it's the best part of my life. I usually work part-time with families since I'm attending online school...
Priscila can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Priscila was great with our 1 year old and 4 year old. The kids both loved her (my 4 year old keeps asking for her to come back to play). Will definitely use her again!!"
Bethany H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am an elementary school speech therapist and love what I do! I have experience babysitting children between the ages of newborn - 15 years old. I enjoy babysitting because I love interacting with kids and have been told by previous employers that I am someone they trust.
Please reach out with any date night or weekend...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erin was fabulous. She was just what I needed for after school care for my four kids. She got everyone where they needed to be on time and everyone was still smiling when I picked them up. I appreciated her responsiveness and felt she communicated with me very...
Lori C.
Nicole K.
Chicago, IL
$16-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have three small children of my own who are 5 months, 3 years and 5 years. I also have taught infants through second graders as a music teacher and am a certified high school middle school teacher.
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She really likes and cares for kids of all ages. She is very patient and kind."
Joy J.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hiiiii!
My name is Francisca and I'm currently a sophomore at Daley College.
I love kids and babysitting, I tend to have a lot of patience with kids and my love kids and taking care of them is something that I find natural and easy to do
I've been babysitting since I was 10 years old. I took care of my younger siblings...
Francisca can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
3.0
"Francisca was great initially - she watched the kids, and did some light housework when the kids messed something up! It was great. She was with us for 2 months and she didn't provide adequate notice when she wanted to stop working. We could see signs of...
Myra C.
Dinora R.
Tinley Park, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
A few family members work in the flight industry and I was the on call sitter sometimes starting at night and finishing in the morning. I have 3 nieces and 1 nephew that I have watched over for 8 years. I was also a sitter for a family with 2 girls between the ages of 5 and 9 for a couple years. Pets are no issue for me since I...
Dinora can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's very engaging with the kids. Seems to really understand how a child's mind thinks. She has a great energy and is very creative."
Nicol R.
Jayla L.
Chicago, IL
$17-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Jayla. I'm 21-year-old part time child provider with several years of experience, such as babysitting the children of friends and family. I've also worked at a daycare as an assistant. I can provide homework help ( math is my specialty) and fulfill transportation needs to after school events or activities. I am also...
Jayla can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jayla was a blessing in disguise she made sure when we got home the house was tidy the kids were tucked away. Jayla was well over exceptional!"
Essence J.
Itzel V.
Oak Lawn, IL
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering a safe and enriching environment for children. My previous babysitting roles have shaped my approach to caregiving, instilling in me the desire to positively impact children's lives.
My calm and friendly demeanor...
Itzel can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We've hired Itzel as a child care provider on numerous occasions to care for our child. She is professional, trustworthy, reliable, timely and provides a safe and nurturing environment for our child. She is very good at building rapport, engaging and creating a...
Care member
Erin S.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/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.
Kadrisha G.
Willowbrook, IL
$25/hr • 17 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Kadrisha and I'm 49years old. I am a mother of 6 children, ages 16 to 26, and I'm a grandmother to the sweetest 5-year-old grandson. I have 17 years of paid childcare experience. Some of my best qualities are that I am super friendly, trustworthy, patient, and most importantly, I adore kids! I enjoy spending...
Kadrisha can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very caring, and loving by nature. She is more than a babysitter, she a family. She was always on time, very respectful, always followed our rules with the kids. The kids adored her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi everyone!! I am a 22-year-old college student . I have always loved children and dream of the day I have my own! I have taken care of children of all ages ranging from newborns/infants/toddlers, etc.
I started working with kids when I was around 14 years old, my mom would bring kids of all ages in our home every single day...
Hiba can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hiba is WONDERFUL! She is on time, responsible, sweet, fun, and full of life. She has quickly become one of our absolute favorites. She checks in and sends pics of my son doing activities. My 8 year old son asks when she is coming back the second she leaves! My...
Allie H.
Gloria P.
Chicago, IL
$10-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for my nieces and nephew, whose ages range from newborn to 12 years old. I also have experience caring for family with dementia. I am working towards becoming a music therapist and I have experience caring for individuals with many different disabilities. I look forward to meeting you!
Gloria can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"She spent time with our daughter, drew pics, went to the pool and watched movies. We tried to book her again for the following night but she was booked. Highly recommend. "
Chris C.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alyssa, I'm 26 years old and a recent college graduate. I'm responsible, trustworthy, and caring individual. My experience with watching children is, I love teaching new crafts and new skills to developing young minds. I feel when it comes to being a "nanny" it should be taken just as serious as any job. I am...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very sweet and kind, highly would recommend her!"
Cynthia W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a lifelong nanny, married with a college educated daughter. I have spent my entire career providing loving care for children. 27 of those years I spent with just three families. Now I'm going to the weddings of my first kids! My current family is growing up and I am looking for a new family to help. I love being part of a...
Elena can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elena has cared for our sons since our oldest were born, almost 9 years ago. She is loving, dependable, and trustworthy. Our boys love her like family. In addition to caring for the children, she also does light housework and always has the house looking neat when...
Sarah T.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
My love for children is immeasurable. I truly enjoy spending time with kids as they are not just curious but genuine, active, and find silliness everywhere. There is so much to learn from them. At a young age, I became a second mom to my siblings which grew this innate nurturing instinct that allowed me to work with/for almost...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My kids had a blast with Rebecca! She is kind, fun, and engaging. She arrived on time and was super professional and helpful. She is an excellent caregiver. "
Care member
Experienced care provider, administering supervision and guidance to children and elderly in public venues and private home settings. Dedicated to helping children better understand the world around them while providing enrichment through play and learning. Committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for learning and...
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Passionate about creating a safe, nurturing and engaging environment with kids can learn and grow.
I'd describe my personality as motivated, passionate and energetic.
I like working with kids because I like making learning fun through creative activities, playing & storytelling. Seeing kids feel happy safe and engaged makes...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Palos Heights, IL
Eileen K.
5.0
Eileen was punctual. She jumped right in and cared for our 1 yo daughter like she was her own. She also did light housework while our daughter napped. I would definitely book her again
- Care member
Sandra M.
5.0
Sandra worked with me in the preschool aged classroom. She is reliable. She really commits herself to working hard with the kids. I enjoyed working with Sandra.
- Ericka C.
Hannah F.
5.0
Hannah did a great job for helping out for two days with our kids while we worked from home. Great attitude, polite and helped with meals, snacks and clean up. Would work with her again.
- George Y.
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.
Priscila T.
5.0
Priscila was great with our 1 year old and 4 year old. The kids both loved her (my 4 year old keeps asking for her to come back to play). Will definitely use her again!!
- Bethany H.
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How can I find a Palos Heights babysitter near me?
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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.