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60 babysitters are listed in West Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in West Chicago, IL
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a mother of four, who are now all grown up. I am loving, fun, energetic, caring, and responsible person. I have worked with infants and toddlers and have over 18 years of experience as a lead teacher in daycare facilities. l so have experience working as a baby sitter. I work with 4 awesome families. l have a...
Shazia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shazia was caring and professional caregiver to our son. She worked for our family for over a year and half. She taught our son with patience and care treating him with love and tenderness. She brought a sense of wonder, crafts and so much joy. Our son started...
Kinjal P.
5.0
(1)
I graduated college in December of 2017 with a degree in Music and Biology. I have worked as part-time Adjunct Professor and coaching children's gymnastics. Throughout college I have babysat part-time for one of my Professor who has 5 children ages newborn-8 years old. I have also volunteered in my church nursery with 18-24month...
Shanynn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had the joy of interviewing Shannon. I loved her personality and enthusiasm, and I would have loved to have her join us in our chaos! In the end, we hired someone with specific training in our son's special needs, but I am confident that Shannon would have been...
Elizabeth L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Joelle. I have had various experiences when it comes to caring for kids. I taught English in Korea for several months during different years. Additionally, I worked as an equestrian camp counselor for the past two years. I have babysat kids of all ages, from 0-15 years old, and have been a paid babysitter for...
Joelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Joelle has been wonderful!!! Very good with both of our children, always accommodating, and excellent with our two year old who is on the spectrum! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Responsible and affectionate with experience and references in the care of children. I own car I do not smoke. Speak Spanish my experience as a bilingual pre-school teacher assistant
Shirley can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I cannot say enough about Shirley. She has been my nanny for the last 6 months and she loves my son as if he was her own. She is always prompt, is very trustworthy and extremely helpful. I am a single mother to a 15 mo old and have been going through the adjustment...
Sarah A.
Pinelope M.
Schaumburg, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a dedicated childcare provider with over half a decade of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My patient and calm demeanor creates a nurturing environment for children to thrive. I maintain open communication with parents through daily written reports, fostering trust and...
Pinelope can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Pinelope went above and beyond with her cleaning. My chiropractic office looks and smells so clean. I highly recommend."
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Paige K.
Aurora, IL
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I recently graduated from North Central College with a B. A. in Elementary Education with an ELL minor.
I have been working with children for over 7 years. I value utilizing patience, positivity, and of course having FUN!
I am looking for summer availability as I await a teaching job. Hope to hear from you soon!
Paige can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is a very punctual timely caretaker and works with the individual needs of the child!"
Maria K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have babysat for over 20 years. When I was a senior in high school, I worked in a preschool. I have babysat for my nieces & nephews ranging from 1-14. I worked with a family with 3 young girls & had 2 to 3 days of entertaining them & cooking for them. Arts & crafts were a regular thing with this family. After I...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan was great; very accommodating to my rushed schedule and took her time in letting my child warm up to her. Would definitely hire her again."
Pauline B.
Chloe S.
Aurora, IL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Chloe. A little about me, I have about 5 years of babysitting experience with several families that need my assistance. I worked as a lifeguard for about 2 years, and am in my second semester of nursing school so I am CPR certified! I worked as a teacher assistant before finding a family I stayed with for about 3...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Chloe has helped watch our kids' multiple times (6yrs, 4yrs, 1yr). Each time she has been on time, respectful, and confirmed our trust was well placed."
Shawn C.
Trezure B.
Glen Ellyn, IL
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'm Trezure a 26-year-old caregiver who is now on 9 years of experience. I am very fun, punctual and outgoing. Most importantly I love children. I've worked with children, and I have been around children my whole life. My mother has her Masters Degree in Early Childhood education, and is hoping to open her own daycare very soon....
Trezure can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Trezure has cared for my children several times over the years. They adore her are always excited when they hear that she will be watching them. She’s very patient and took the time to get to know my children’s personalities, likes and dislikes and cares for them...
Dynesha G.
Tracy S.
Bartlett, IL
$21-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...
Tracy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!"
Christina K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Crystal.
My qualifications include:
- Associates Degree in Early Childhood
- DCFS director and teacher qualified
- 3 years early childhood education administration
- 11 years babysitting/nanny experience
- 6+ years experience in childcare center
- CPR certified
- SIDS, SBS trainings
I'm a mother of two sweet...
Crystal can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We interviewed and hired Crystal last year for our boys. She is a responsible, fun and caring babysitter. We would love to work with her again!"
Monique N.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 25-year-old female college student. I have been babysitting since a very young age for siblings and family members, and at the age of 16 outside of my home. I truly am passionate about caring for children, it is in my nature to ensure their needs and safety as well. My care experience age range is from newborns to...
Yecenia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"If I could give Yecenia a million stars I would! She is so sweet and so knowledgeable. She has been watching our 14 month old since she was 3 months and is so incredibly sweet with her!"
Nicole B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Please consider me when looking for child or senior care. I am a loving and caring person. Have several years of caring for kids (8) and for seniors 12 +)I am willing to be a companion, light cleaning and cooking. I'm a response person who
Is always on time. My current fee is $18. 00 an hour. Looking for 2 days a week anywhere...
Matina can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Matina took care of our 3.5 month old son until he was 7.5 months. She is very caring and sweet and we always felt comfortable with her taking care of him. She is always punctual, actually always early and reliable. We highly recommend her! Unfortunately we needed...
Care member
Sarah H.
Saint Charles, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Montessori Teacher / House Manager / Personal Assistant- Ready To Work Again
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Sarah. I have been a Montessori teacher for 15 years. While teaching I was one of the most requested teachers. I am retired now. I just finished nannying two children 11 and 9 the 11 yr old has autism I met the family at Montessori. I was also the Mom's assistant. I did everything possible to make the day...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah was lovely over the phone. She is professional and inquisitive. Our job was not full time, and thus did not fit her needs. She would be wonderful for a family in search of a caring professional for their children."
Heather P.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Manuela, I have a deep passion for working with children and have developed many essential skills for childcare. As a college student seeking a full-time or part-time job, I believe babysitting is an ideal fit for me. It allows me to do what I love spending quality time with kids while also accommodating my academic...
Manuela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
" Very reliable and so great with the kids !!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello! I'm a dedicated and nurturing nanny with 4 years of professional experience caring for children. As a proud mother of four wonderful grown children aged 31 to 48, I understand the importance of a loving and supportive environment for kids to thrive. My approach focuses on fostering creativity, education, and fun while...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sara was an absolute lifesaver for our family, our daughter was born during the pandemic and she started with us in September 2020 and has since been with our family now 4 years later.
She served as our full time nanny until our daughter started in daycare but...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! Im Bella. Caring and adapting to children of all types is something that comes naturally to me. I've been involved in several daycare programs within my community & have taken several child development courses. I am a reliable, fun, patient and trustworthy babysitter looking to help your family as best as I can!
I am also...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Taylor S.
Bloomingdale, IL
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Taylor! I have two years of summer camp counseling experience (ages 3-6) and occasionally babysit for a family of 3 while parents enjoy a night out! I am looking for a nannying job over the summer with flexible hours and a load of fun! I enjoy keeping the kids busy whether that's being outside, having playtime,...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor was a great sitter! My husband and I hired her over spring break to watch over my 3 year old and the girls had tons of fun together! I will definitely be hiring her again for a date night. "
Care member
Barbara Q.
Saint Charles, IL
$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Worked 14 years in daycare as a teacher and presently work in special ed kindergarten as a teacher assistant (during school year).
Barbara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Barbara felt like part of the family right away. She is SO warm, loving, amazing with kids, enthusiastic and super punctual. My kids adore her and my heart feels happy knowing she is taking care of things while I am away. I hope she can remain our babysitter for...
Leslie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi:)
My name is Sophia!
About me: I graduated with my Bachelors of Science in Nursing this past May. I am currently in graduate school at UNM. While pursing my education, I am also a Division 1 athlete running cross country & track. In my free time I enjoy traveling and have a goal to visit every National Park!
Experience: I...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Thank you so much for watching the kids!"
Norah J.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Chicago, IL
Shazia F.
5.0
Warm and caring. Always trusted that my daughter was safe with her
- Care member
Shanynn S.
5.0
I had the joy of interviewing Shannon. I loved her personality and enthusiasm, and I would have loved to have her join us in our chaos! In the end, we hired someone with specific training in our son's special needs, but I am confident that Shannon would have been excellent.
- Elizabeth L.
Joelle S.
5.0
Joelle did a great job as 1 of 2 sitters for a situation that involved 3 kids of different ages and a dog. She arrived on time and immediately jumped in especially connecting with the child who was more shy. It was a one time need for us but I would certainly recommend her.
- Nancy B.
Shirley P.
5.0
Shirley has been a blessing in helping my husband and I care for our now 9mo old girl. We were first time parents and she has been an angel in taking care of our girl. She helps prepare meals, plays, and makes sure our daughter is excelling in her milestones. She is always early and is very...
- Sophia D.
Pinelope M.
5.0
Penolope is a great and fast worker!! So happy to have found her she makes life so much easier on me. I love how she pays attention to detail and goes above and beyond!!
- Care member
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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 $18.67 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 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.