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60 babysitters are listed in West Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
What others are saying about babysitters in West Chicago, IL
Jean has a ton of experience and was "on" the second she walked in the door (knew the boys' names, brought lots of energy). One of her…
Review for Jean R. by Joseph M.
She showed up right on time and was friendly and engaging with the kids. I felt safe leaving her with my children. When I returned she gave…
Review for Klaudia P. by Care member
Leah has been a nanny for our 3 year old daughter for more than a year. We and our daughter absolutely love Leah. Our daughter gets excited…
Review for Leah S. by Sarah D.
Babysitters in West Chicago, IL
5.0
(12)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Children love me as I, them! I am from a large family and enjoy the excitement little children create. I especially enjoy their reactions from learning something new, first time achievement and their creativity. I am able to encourage and challenge their little minds as well as build them up and comfort them in times needed....
Jean can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jean is amazing with my children! She's full of energy and loves to keep the kids busy and engaged. They always look forward to her coming and she's made a huge difference in our family life."
Cassandra M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience between taking care of family, friends, and others. I have three younger siblings two of which are 10 years younger. I am comfortable doing any range of activities with any range of ages!
Klaudia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She showed up right on time and was friendly and engaging with the kids. I felt safe leaving her with my children. When I returned she gave me a good report. I will be hiring her again!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have over 15 years experience, ranging from care of newborns to school-aged children. I've also raised two beautiful & successful children of my own. I have worked as a private nanny for 5 different families. In 2022 I cared for a baby girl 6 months through 15 months. In 2024 I cared for a 22-month-old through age 3. Most...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Leah has been a nanny for our 3 year old daughter for more than a year. We and our daughter absolutely love Leah. Our daughter gets excited for her to come and loves playing with her. They play with toys, go exploring outside, take trips to the park, read books,...
Sarah D.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Brittany!! I am a 2020 graduate from Hope College and I currently work at an elementary school so I have availability for May 27-July 9!
I absolutely love kids and have worked with kids aged 4 months to 14 years old. I also love working with pets and being outside, so dog walking would be no problem! I aspire to work...
Brittany can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Maggie W.
West Chicago, IL
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Maggie and I am looking for a full time nannying/babysitting job this summer. I am currently a full time college student at the University of Florida, but I am home for the summer. I love spending time with kids and making them happy. I will prioritize children's safety before anything else, and will make sure...
Morgan F.
West Chicago, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Morgan and I live in St. Charles. I am currently a full time college student at Auburn University! I've been babysitting for 4 years now and absolutely love it! I truly enjoy being able to hang out and have fun with kids! I have had a lot of experience babysitting and also nannying in the past 4 years. I am a certified...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Emma, I am 20 years old, and I am a junior at UK this fall. I have over 5+ years experience with babysitting. I am CPR/AED/First Aid certified. I have my own car so transportation is never an issue, and I am willing to drive kiddos wherever they need to be! I also have a perfect driving record. I have many...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Paige, and I am very interested in the opportunity to nanny for your family. A little bit about my background: I have over seven years of babysitting experience and currently work in the pediatric unit at Central DuPage Hospital.
In addition to child care, I am happy to assist with travel, laundry, meal...
Paige can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kelsey G.
West Chicago, IL
$20-46/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children, from newborn age up through school age, for several years. It is just something that has always come quite naturally to me, and I always have a lot of fun doing it. I love kids, and I have worked with them in several different settings, from baby-sitting, to camp counseling to group leader to...
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Emma B.
West Chicago, IL
$15-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Emma and I'm a student at the University of Illinois! I love working with children. I've been babysitting for five years, and was a nanny to a 7-month-old. I'd practice routine sleep and feeding schedules, plan sensory activities, general child care, & communication. I have been trained & certified in first-aid as...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Olesia Z.
West Chicago, IL
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a patient, calm, and creative nanny with a passion for caring for children. My 10 years of experience have equipped me with the skills to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in open and consistent communication with parents and will provide written reports,...
I'd describe my personality as energetic, caring, responsible
I like working with kids because they bring me joy, they keep me young.
I'm looking for a job where I can be an asset to a family.
I started working with kids when 45 years ago.
In my spare time, I like to walk, read, and play.
One thing you should know about me...
I have always loved kids. I grew up with 4 siblings and always had babies around. Pets have always been a great addition to our family.
Jocelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Andrea Q.
West Chicago, IL
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've always been passionate about helping children grow and develop, which led me to become a caregiver. With over two years of experience, I'm known for my calm and patient demeanor, as well as my creative and imaginative approach to play. I believe in open communication with parents and regularly provide updates about their...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old and recently graduated with my bachelors from Northern Illinois University with a Family and Child Studies major. I have been working with children for about seven years now in all ages. I have been nannying for the same family for about two years now. I love being around children and educating them in all...
Amber can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Grace H.
West Chicago, IL
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Grace. I have one year of experience working with children ages 4 to 11. I also was a 7th grade student teacher during my senior year in high school which gave me valuable insight into working with children.
As a student-athlete playing college softball, I'm hardworking, reliable, and know how to balance...
Maria S.
West Chicago, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Maria, And I've Been Working With Kids Full Time For Almost 3 Years Now!
I'd describe my personality as kind, easygoing and patient
I started working with kids when I was around 14 at church and it's my second year working full time with kids from 1yo to 12yo.
I'm a strong swimmer, pet friendly and non smoker
In my spare time, I like to go to the gym, play with my dogs, go to new restaurants and...
Skills:
First Aid
Krishna P.
West Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!
My name's Krishna and I'm 26 years old. I live in West Chicago and work in the Suburban Chicagoland area. I have my bachelor's of social work, and I have 11+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have worked with newborns-teens, have my own vehicle, don't smoke, and I was CPR certified (can apply for recertification...
Krishna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Krishna has been with our family for the past approx five months, and we couldn’t be happier with the care she has provided. She primarily looks after our 2-year-old, but she also spends time entertaining our older boys (8 and 5) and helps with driving them to...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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I have been a private nanny for 20+ years and have two children of my own. Knowing how important my children are to me I have made it a priority to ease the minds of the parents I have worked for by treating their children like my own. I've seen three sets of children grown up and these families remain close friends!
My...
Angelina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
"Angelina cared so well for our kids. She's engaging & sweet, & she helped keep the kids' mess picked up. As a fellow mom, she was so patient & intentional with our little ones. She is reliable, punctual, hardworking, & professional. She is such a great caregiver &...
Lindsay B.
Elizabeth S.
Streamwood, IL
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Full-time Babysitter And Caregiver; Available All Week
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I work very well with children, since helping children is my passion! I enjoy working with a child of any age, since they all are the sweetest. I am a fun and friendly nanny who will be sure your child never has a dull day! I have grown up around young children and have watched my Aunt and Uncle's three children when they had a...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"We love Ellie! I have an almost 2 yr old and a 5 yr old. She does great with both girls! She's able to handle the toddlers separation anxiety and the kindergartners enthusiasm equally. We will definitely be hiring her as often as we can."
Katie H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Chicago, IL:
How can I find a West Chicago babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in West Chicago, 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 18 babysitters in West Chicago, 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 West Chicago, IL?
The average rate for West Chicago, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.83 per hour as of May 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 West Chicago, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in West Chicago, 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 West Chicago, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in West Chicago, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.