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60 babysitters are listed in Skokie, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Skokie, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since I was young, I was always seen to be a babysitter for my family members as well as their friends. Over the years, I have babysat my younger brother since he was 6-7 years old. I have also watched after family friends children before too. For instance, I have babysat three children at once ranging from 5 to 13 years old. I...
Madeline can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Madeline was terrific with our kids and very nice to work with. We look forward to working with her again."
Christopher C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! :)
My name is Jasmine! I am currently a college student at North Park University, majoring in a BSN. I am the oldest in my family of two brothers, and I also have a ton of younger cousins so I've had a lot of experience taking care of younger kids. I've been doing it for years now, and I really find a lot of joy...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Jasmine was wonderful! She looked after our baby girl from 3 months to 6 months full-time.
She kept her engaged with lots of activities and even helped us with sleep training. She's was very dependable and caring!"
Bella P.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with child care and I am mother. I love activities outside and inside the house, if it is possible not to use screens with children. I love to play and make them lough, it really makes me happy to be with children. I consider myself an organized person and I love order. I am looking for a family that is...
Raiza can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"My 2-year-old granddaughter absolutely loves Raiza. She's always happy after their time together. Raiza is trustworthy, kind, and dependable as can be. We feel so lucky to have found her. I would recommend her to anyone. She really is a gem. "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience babysitting began when I was just 12 years old. I put an ad in a local newspaper. I got one response and with my mother's supervision, I took care of a 3-year-old boy that summer. The relationship with him and his family turned into a 25-year friendship. I babysat throughout high school and then eight years ago, I...
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Nancy is sent from heaven!! As a mom new to IL, finding a new sitter always made me a bit nervous. That changed shortly after meeting Nancy! She engaged and got to know the kids from the start. She gave us a full report each time we returned home. My kids are so...
Jc B.
4.9
(23)
Dependable & Professional Nanny with 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development, ABA therapist & Newborn Care Specialist certified.
Hello Families, my name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I've been working with children for the past 12 years in position of Nanny,...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
CNA
5.0
"We really like Vanessa. She is very professional with time and her work ethic especially when it come to kid. As a first time mom we struggle with how to handle the baby and everything but Vanessa helps us and walk us through how to proper taking care of the baby...
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years experience in babysitting children. I nannied for a while in the city then got a full time job and picked up weekend and some week night shifts. I can help with various duties while watching the kids such as cooking, helping with homework, doing laundry etc.
I love working with all age rages of kids! I am a CTRS...
Clariza can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Clariza is reliable and excellent with children."
Ana G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate, experienced caregiver with a deep love for nurturing the growth and development of young minds. With 20 years of experience, I'm well-equipped to provide a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for your children.
My patient, creative, and approachable nature allows me to connect easily with children and...
Mounia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Laila O.
Skokie, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Laila, I'm a 59-year-old experienced mother of four kids, I am fluent in English, Assyrian and Arabic. I currently work as an assistant teacher for special Ed kids.
4.0
"Laila was our nanny for 8 weeks. She was very kind and always on time. She took care of our 16 month old daughter and did everything we asked. Helped with laundry and made meals. Unfortunately the language barrier was to hard for our family. We had a hard time...
Krista M.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a university graduate who has long-term experience as an infant nanny/newborn care specialist, night nurse, personal assistant, and house manager.
Hannah can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Hannah did a wonderful job watching our 3 month old twin daughters! She made us feel so comfortable and sent fun updates while we were out. We will definitely hire Hannah again in the future!"
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I can work a flexible schedule. I have experience with kids from 0 to 14 years old. I do not mind pets, I have a dog myself. I am from Ecuador. I am American citizen and my first language is Spanish.
Victoria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Priscilla M.
Skokie, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced And Engaging Babysitter: Providing Fun, Safe, And Reliable Care
Hi! My name is Priscilla, and I have three years of experience babysitting children from ages 4 to 13 while attending college. During this time, I've honed my caregiving skills and developed patience, creativity, and effective problem-solving abilities. Engaging children in age-appropriate activities, ensuring their safety, and...
I'd describe my personality as being responsible, attentive, and energetic.
I like working with kids because there so unpredictable and and curiously innocent, which I think is very cute. I love kids and knowing I could help shape some of their lives gives me joy!
I've babysat my church families children for 4 years, until I...
I am a certified RBT, having worked with children with special needs for the last year and a half.
I have experience working with neurodivergent and neurotypical children ranging from infants to 18 years old.
having worked both in a professional setting with children and the home setting I am confident in my ability to provide...
Brenna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I have over five years of childcare experience in multiple forms. I was a swim teacher at Big Blue Swim School and a camp counselor at JCC apachi for summer of 2022.
I have several years of babysitting experience as well.
Hi! I am an elementary ed. major at Butler University looking for a fun and fulfilling summer job. I have various previous experiences ranging from babysitting younger family members to working with my special education peers and observing/planning tasks for a preschool classroom. I spent the previous year helping out in a...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Jagruti M.
Skokie, IL
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, I am Jagruti. I love kids. I have been babysitting a couple of kids in the Skokie area. This includes taking them to the park for playing, driving them to places, playing games with them, feeding them, buying groceries and just overall supervising them. As for languages - I can speak English, Hindi, and Gujarati. I prefer...
Hello! My name is Aneeka Jain and I am a sophomore in college who is looking to work as a part-time babysitter this summer. I have a significant amount of relevant experience and I am certified in both CPR and First-Aid Training. I absolutely love working with kids and I would love the opportunity to babysit for you!
Aneeka can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Olufunke C.
Skokie, IL
$28-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated and passionate caregiver with four years of experience providing safe, nurturing, and stimulating environments for children ages one to three. My own positive experience in previous babysitting roles, along with my inherent passion for fostering children's growth and development, drives my desire to make a...
Hello! My name is Vicki and I am a 26-year-old part time student. I have baby sat for two families a little under three years. The ages I've babysat for range from 9 months to 5 years old. I own a safe reliable car and work a full time job Monday- Friday, 9-5. I'm looking for additional income beyond my full time job and am...
Vicki can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Arijeta A.
Skokie, IL
$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working and caring for children for about 6 years now. From babysitting at home or supervising children at after school programs and camps during the summer.
Arijeta can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Skokie, IL
Madeline M.
5.0
Madeline was terrific with our kids and very nice to work with. We look forward to working with her again.
- Christopher C.
Jasmine U.
5.0
Jasmine was wonderful! She looked after our baby girl from 3 months to 6 months full-time.
She kept her engaged with lots of activities and even helped us with sleep training. She's was very dependable and caring!
- Bella P.
Raiza B.
5.0
My 2-year-old granddaughter absolutely loves Raiza. She's always happy after their time together. Raiza is trustworthy, kind, and dependable as can be. We feel so lucky to have found her. I would recommend her to anyone. She really is a gem.
- Care member
Nancy J.
5.0
Nancy is sent from heaven!! As a mom new to IL, finding a new sitter always made me a bit nervous. That changed shortly after meeting Nancy! She engaged and got to know the kids from the start. She gave us a full report each time we returned home. My kids are so comfortable with her, she feels like...
- Jc B.
Vanessa S.
5.0
We really like Vanessa. She is very professional with time and her work ethic especially when it come to kid. As a first time mom we struggle with how to handle the baby and everything but Vanessa helps us and walk us through how to proper taking care of the baby such as: feeding, cleaning, soothing...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Skokie, IL:
How can I find a Skokie babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Skokie, 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 55 babysitters in Skokie, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Skokie, IL?
The average rate for Skokie, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.96 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 Skokie, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Skokie, 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 Skokie, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Skokie, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.