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60 babysitters are listed in Posen, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in Posen, IL
Susan R.
Posen, 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.
Susan R.
Posen, IL
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young minds. By being the oldest sibling of 5, and having 5 years of childcare experience, and a natural affinity for children, I bring a patient and friendly demeanor to my role as a caregiver. My communication with parents is prompt, and I adapt to their preferred...
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Bailey watched my 4 kids for several years as their primary sitter (over 20 hours/wk) for over 3 years. She is kind, respectful and responsible. Bailey has excellent communication skills, and is well able to handle newborns to teens, and multiple children. She is...
Care member
Noelle B.
Country Club Hills, IL
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Super Fun Babysitter With Good Energy And A Contagious Smile!
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Noelle and I am a senior business management, pre-law major at University. I worked at a day camp for 3 years doing various activities such as: swimming, fun games, singing & dancing, and field trips (River, Bowling, and more!). I more recently have worked with 7 care. com families. I am a very fun, organized, and...
Noelle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Noelle has been an on call sitter for my son since the age of 4 and he's now 7. She makes quick lunches like nuggets and grill cheese. She's very patient with my son. She helps with homework and plays games with him. He has serve persistent has asthma and is...
Measha Y.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Kyli. I am a spring 2024 graduate from the University of Missouri. While at the University of Missouri, I studied Journalism, minored in Spanish, and received a certificate in Multicultural Studies. I am a flexible and creative sitter with about 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to...
Kyli can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kyli is my daughter, and I can vouch for her professionalism, dedication and drive to be the best at what she is looking to accomplish. She has helped in caring for her younger brother, and cousins through the years. She volunteers with a few local organizations...
Ronda W.
Miriam M.
Chicago, IL
$20-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...
Miriam can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a part of the family she simply treats her as family. I promise you won't go wrong with her if you want an excellent caregiver she...
Alexandrith B.
Samantha S.
Orland Park, IL
$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Samantha. I am looking to help out with date nights. I have worked for multiple families long term and have experience with different age groups. My youngest I've worked with was twin newborns and the oldest was 12 years old. References are available upon request. I am very active and like to play games and make...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha is amazing with our three kids, dog, and two cats. She is always punctual and very reliable. She does lots of enrichment activities with the kids, like crafts and educational workbooks. She takes the kids to the park and library. The kids adore her. Can't...
Amy K.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca was wonderful, and we have already asked her to help again next week. Our girls had a great time with her, and we would absolutely recommend her. Thank you Rebecca!"
Ryan M.
Susie B.
Chicago, IL
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature, Educated (University Graduate) and Nurturing Mother Who Loves Children
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving and creative person that believes in focused interaction with children to make learning fun. Great believer in early childhood learning through playful activities. I have over 10 years experience with newborns through teenagers. Reference from last employer available.
Susie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Susie cared for my 3 children for several years and has become a part of our family. She has a very warm and nurturing personality, and my children truly love her. They ask about her every day and miss her dearly!! I can highly recommend her for your childcare...
Leila S.
Laura P.
Palos Hills, IL
$18/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Laura. I have my degree and 20+ years in Early Childhood Education. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have been a teacher, nanny and Preschool Center Director. I started child care in my Palos Hills home in 2016. I know how impactful, personal, social and fun home care can be! Please reach out to me if you would...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Laura. She took care of my babies for 4 years until we moved out of state. She took care of my 3 kiddos as if they were her own! She was always flexible with our job schedules and available when we needed her most. I wish...
Care member
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & 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.
4.2
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I look forward to meeting you & your family!
I am hoping to be the go to date day/night babysitter for a few families in the southwest suburbs or downtown Chicago. At the moment I am available during the evenings & weekends. I also have a somewhat flexible schedule & can be available last minute during the day. I am a...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brittany is the best babysitter you will ever find! You will never have to worry when she is there and your kids will love her!"
Janine H.
Darriea J.
Chicago, IL
$15-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hey, I'm Darriea You May Call Me Dee. I'm Well Rounded, Patient, And Enthusiastic.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as punctual, organized, and compatible.
I like working with kids because they're such sweet people they make my day. I learn so many valuable skills by working with kids. I'm very percipient and loving for children. My son is with family for the summer and I want to stay busy while he's gone.
I'm...
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Cynthia. I have been in the child care field for 10 years. I started off as a volunteer for my youth ministry and ventured to be a 4th grade catechist teacher for my parish. From there I was given the opportunity to work for my local park district as a teacher aide. I went on to become a nanny and babysitter...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Cynthia was so amazing! She is responsible, caring, and great with my kids. Highly recommend!!"
Care member
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wonderful! My son loved her, and she was so considerate and kind. Will definitely hire again!"
Anastasia R.
Kesheva P.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Love Working With Children And Parents. I Am A Student Therapist For Kids.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kesheva. I enjoy paring, tutoring/teaching, and cooking for children during my time of care. I also enjoy helping children organize their space, help create positive routines, and construct productive environments.
I have worked with over 10 families from Care. com, as well as others Nanny pages. I truly love...
Kesheva can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great person. Fabulous sitter. Dependable, fun, responsible. After hiring her, our son asks can the sitter come today. Will rehire."
Pat B.
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
"I am already looking forward to the next time we hire Maria. She was wonderful with our two energetic and active toddlers (2 and 3.5 y/o). She played with them outdoors, engaged then in playtime with their toys, read books to them, did some light tidying in the...
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
4.3
(17)
Hired by 42 families in your neighborhood
Highly dependable and kindhearted caregiver with extensive experience in elderly and child care. Hard working and trust worthy individual who is patient and detailed orientated. Extremely skilled in supervising and interacting with children. Able to prepare meals and follow dietary guidelines. Willing to work a flexible...
Allysia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I hired Allysia to watch my 4 kids last minute. And now use her frequently to watch my children. My kids love her and enjoy each time she babysits them. I love her professionalism. And the way she goes above and beyond with caring for my family."
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Posen, IL
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.
Bailey M.
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 always made them feel special!
- Care member
Noelle B.
5.0
Noelle has a warm personality, offering kind and structured care for our 8 year old. She has excellent communication skills and is enthusiastic and engaging with physical activities with our daughter.
- Tanya M.
Kyli W.
5.0
Kyli is my daughter, and I can vouch for her professionalism, dedication and drive to be the best at what she is looking to accomplish. She has helped in caring for her younger brother, and cousins through the years. She volunteers with a few local organizations including the humane society and at...
- Ronda W.
Miriam M.
5.0
I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a part of the family she simply treats her as family. I promise you won't go wrong with her if you want an excellent caregiver she is the girl to go to .
- Alexandrith B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Posen, IL:
How can I find a Posen babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Posen, 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 2 babysitters in Posen, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.0. 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 Posen, IL?
The average rate for Posen, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.00 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Posen, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Posen, IL through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.