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60 babysitters are listed in River Forest, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in River Forest, IL
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
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
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Liza, I am the third of 8 children, so I have been taking care of kids pretty much my whole life! I have a lot of experience with watching kids of all ages since I came from a big family, and I've been babysitting and nannying for families in the area for over 15 years.
I currently work as an assistant Montessori...
Liza can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liza has been watching my boys for a few months now and they don't want her to leave when I get home and ask when she can come again! "
Jenna M.
Sonia C.
Brookfield, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Since I was a teenager I have cared for children. I have worked for summer day camps and cared for children as a nanny/babysitter and I have also worked as a teacher's assistant at Montessori. I am a mother of four beautiful children. Being a mother, I know the dedicated care that children need.
Sonia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Sonia is working for us part-time. She is extremely pleasant, prompt, and precisely follows instructions we have given her regarding the care of our children."
Pam O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a positive and motivated college student who has about 3 years of experience with kids. I am the middle child therefore I also had experience taking care of my younger sister. I love to read and do crafts with children. I am willing to follow rules and tasks that you may request. I am looking for a way to earn extra...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very communicative, very sweet and super patient with both my girls. She follows directions well and the play areas are always tidied up - not needed but always appreciated!"
Zachary M.
5.0
(17)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I just moved to Chicago for work and am looking for families needing a date night sitter and/or weekend sitter. I have been babysitting children since I was 13. I have experience with children of all ages, and I have babysat up to seven children at a time. Babysitting has always been something I enjoy and take great pride...
Cali can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Cali was wonderful. I would highly recommend her. She was wonderful with our two girls (3 years old and 17 months old - still in diapers). She fed them dinner and got them to bed. She was so nice and very kind to our girls. Our 3 year old really enjoyed her and...
Rj N.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from Northeastern University in 2015 and currently work at a nonprofit in downtown Seattle. I am looking for part-time positions babysitting and opportunities to fill in for date nights. I have worked with children all my life. I am a very attentive and a fun loving caregiver. I enjoy creating different activities...
Anastasia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"We were in town for a wedding and asked Anastasia to help put the kids to bed and stay with them while we went to the night time reception. She was fantastic with communication and organization, and has a way with kids. She gave us an ETA and an update en route by...
Juan L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Over the past 10 years, I have held many job titles: babysitter, counselor, teacher, tutor, and nanny. Each new job and title has reinforced my passion and love for working with kids!
I love planning creative activities and adventures to encourage kids' curiosity and interests. I'm a huge lover of animals and...
Adrian can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Adrian was great! She showed up on time and quickly made us comfortable with her ability to watch our two kids. She stayed in touch over the course of the evening and my daughter (who often has a tough time with new people) was very sad she had to leave. We hope to...
Alexis B.
Luz Adriana P.
Chicago, IL
$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working in a Montessori school for 5 years. I am available on weeknights. I am an occasional babysitter with over 15 years of experience. I am looking for occasional jobs, part time or full-time job. I have good recommendations.
Luz Adriana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I worked with Adriana in Montessori Academy of Chicago in the west loop for over 5 years. She was absolutely wonderful. Is experienced in infants-elementary and is flexible with hours. She would always be available to cover hours and do overtime when needed. She is...
Tanya S.
Natalia O.
Cicero, IL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Occasional Babysitter For Date Nights Or Other Late Occasions
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Natalia I'm 23 years old. I'm a college student at University of Illinois at Chicago that is studying Biochemistry. I'm currently employed at the University of Illinois at Chicago as research histologist under student employment. I'm looking for late night sitting or evening. I care and love children a lot. I'm...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for 5 years. I worked as a one on one companion with a child who has special needs for the past 3 years. I enjoy playing games with the kids and am very adaptable to meet schedule needs.
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her. "
Ling L.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am an experienced, caring, interactive babysitter looking for a part-time job. I have a large availability and am very flexible with time. I have my own transportation and many references! I have worked as a YMCA counselor for all ages, focusing mainly on middle schoolers, as well as an after school care counselor for...
Rhonna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Rhonna is great with a 3 month old! She arrived early, was very accommodating, and immediately took to our son’s needs. She even exceeded our expectations by sending us a text to let us know that our son finished his bottle, went right to sleep and all was well....
Care member
4.4
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as joyful, playful, and dedicated
I like working with kids because I love how they explore the world around them, how curious they are, and seeing them grow and learn.
I'm looking for a job that offers the opportunity to utilize my decades of experience. I started working with kids more than 20...
5.0
"Chisanga was an incredible nanny for our boys ages 4 and 2. She started with us when our oldest son was 6 months old and was part of the family for 3.5 years until our relocation. Chisanga was always reliable and dependable, willing to go the extra mile for our...
Chandler T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I currently am a Licensed Social Worker/Clinician Lead, at an elementary school. I have a bachelor's degree from Indiana University and obtained a Master's of Social Work degree, from NYU, in May of 2018. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 14 years old, and I have experience working with small/ large family sizes,...
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My teens loved having Danielle take them on fun outings to keep them busy and social media free for the summer. My 7 year old also joined in on the fun occasionally. Danielle is professional, prompt, and a good communicator. I plan to use her for weekend/ nights as...
Bethany S.
4.6
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Rachele! I'm 30 years old and I live in Berwyn. I am a very kind, compassionate, and nurturing person who loves children. I like to stay active with kids doing anything fun and interactive, while also keeping them safe.
I have been a nanny for over 10 years now and have taken care of children as young as newborns to...
Rachele can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Met with Rachele for care for our little guy. She was on time and came to meet us after a long day for her. We are very excited to have her start with us. She comes with fantastic references, is very warm and very open to making the relationship between herself and...
Millie K.
Ruby K.
Chicago, IL
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've worked as a daycare supervisor, overnight sitter and nanny for multiple families in the last 4 years. Happy to help with school work and running errands as well! I take the safety of myself and the families I care for extremely seriously and very comfortable around pets. I can be flexible with hours and needs- would love to...
Ruby can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Ruby was our families first nanny and we couldn't have felt more lucky to have found her. She was dependable, on-time, super helpful with the baby/dog/housekeeping, and took care of our infant son as though he was her own. We were so sad when she shared she was...
Tim P.
Caroline M.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Caroline and I am a 25-year-old student in nursing school. I have been working with kids since I was 16 years old and have had lots of experience with children of all ages. I have worked as a nanny, preschool assistant teacher, and pediatric ER tech. I am also a medical assistant and have received certification in...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"I cannot recommend Caroline highly enough. She is absolutely fantastic! We first hired her to babysit for our daughter and son a year ago and have had her back many times since. She responds quickly to scheduling requests, is punctual and reliable, and she always...
Marie K.
Tricia B.
Chicago, IL
$25-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Tricia. I am 22 years old and graduated from depaul university.
I currently work as a nanny and at the nature museum in lincoln park!
I am looking for occasional weekend/ evening care jobs.
I have 8 years of experience in childcare, I've nannied for 5 families in the past, and I've babysat for every age...
Tricia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Bogumila D.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 39 years old Polish lady. I am a mature, responsible, reliable and cheerful person with excellent childcare and interpersonal skills, and extensive experience as a live-out nanny. I simply love children, love caring for them. I have more than 6 years of experience with kids of various ages. Recently I have worked for family...
Bogumila can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Bogumila (Bogna) was our nanny for over 2 years. She took care of our 3 kids (ages 2,4,6 when she started). She worked 4 days a week, started early in the morning, and was always timely and never missed a day of work. She was flexible if I needed to switch a day...
Michelle G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Veronica and I am an artist and educator. I am looking for occasional baby sitting gigs, especially on weekends. I am originally from Spain. I have been living the last nine years in the Windy City. I babysat a lot from age 13 to my late twenties. I resumed babysitting when I moved to Chicago. I have cared for...
Veronica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Veronica is super reliable, on time, and great at communicating. Our toddler loves her. Veronica has our full recommendation. "
Aram S.
Monica D.
Chicago, IL
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Monica from West Town and I have been caring for children of all ages for over 20 years. I worked at a learning center for 16 years caring for toddlers and teaching Pre-K. I recently left to join Chicago Public Schools as a SECA which entails assisting children on the spectrum and with other physical/mental...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Monica was great with our two kids (ages 1 and 3)! She learned and remembered everything about our routine quickly, took the kids to the park a couple times, kept them occupied in the best way. Would hire again"
Jacqueline S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in River Forest, IL
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.
Liza S.
5.0
Liza has been watching my boys for a few months now and they don't want her to leave when I get home and ask when she can come again!
- Jenna M.
Sonia C.
5.0
Sonia is an amazing nanny who has been with our family for almost 1.5 years (started when son was 8 months). She is always on time and gives advanced notice when she needs time off. My husband and I work partially from home and we always hear her laughing and playing games with our son. She reads...
- Christina K.
Melissa S.
5.0
Very communicative, very sweet and super patient with both my girls. She follows directions well and the play areas are always tidied up - not needed but always appreciated!
- Zachary M.
Cali W.
5.0
Cali was an awesome babysitter for our 4yo toddler. She showed up early, had great communication throughout and was super kind and loving. B is a fun kid and Cali was a great caregiver!
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in River Forest, IL:
How can I find a River Forest babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in River Forest, 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 13 babysitters in River Forest, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 River Forest, IL?
The average rate for River Forest, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.46 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 River Forest, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in River Forest, 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 River Forest, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in River Forest, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.