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60 babysitters are listed in West Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in West Chicago, IL
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Thank you so much for watching the kids!"
Norah J.
Sarina K.
Aurora, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have taken 2 years of child development and studied Life Span and Development psychology. I have also been certified in CPR and first aid. I love children and helping them grow! I also am a huge animal lover! My family has owned a cleaning company for the past 30 years so I learned very young how to clean and love...
Sarina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarina has always been a responsible and caring person. She can anticipate what needs to be done and take care of it before being asked. She has compassion for others which is a quality that will make her successful at whatever she chooses to do."
Phyllis C.
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Hira and I'm 33 years old. I attended medical school where I garnered a lot of knowledge about the human body and behaviors. . I'm punctual and prompt, skilled in providing quality childcare to busy parents. Experienced in overseeing day-to-day activities, guiding homework, playtime and activities. Compassionate...
Hira can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Truly a very caring and friendly personality. She shows great passion when it comes to working with children and pets. My wife and I had the opportunity to get to know her during the time when she was sitting our 2 year old daughter. As any parent, finding the...
Sajid K.
Jessica W.
Roselle, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for considering me for your position. Currently, I am 28 and I absolutely love working with children and have so since I was younger. Throughout the past few years I have gained experience in many different ways. Babysitting is something I have done for the past 12 years in which I have cared for children...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica was wonderful. She was on time for the interview, polite, and friendly. We will definitely be using her services for our next date night!"
Michelle C.
Lorraine G.
Glendale Heights, IL
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bilingual Experienced College Student Available for Babysitting
4.5
(12)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy working with children of all ages. I've been working with children since I was 15 years old. But I've been a professional nanny since 20. I have excellent references upon request. I finished my associates degree and completed 3 years towards a nursing degree. I am a certified nurses assistant. I reside in Glendale...
Lorraine can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Lorraine was our nanny for about 4 years (up until I decided to leave my job and be home full-time). She was wonderful with our kids; she is dependable, has lots of common sense, and truly cared about our kids. She is a safe driver, responsible, and a warm,...
Katherine B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have years of experience in childcare, babysitting on care. com, for my church, and for family friends. I am a masters student at Wheaton College studying to be a school teacher. I can help with light housekeeping, grocery shopping, driving, errands, and pretty much anything you need me to do. I grew up in a family of 6 kids...
Ruth can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ruth was my daughter's nanny. she was fantastic. only reason she stopped was she went away for school.
we miss you! Ruth, Hope you come back"
Dimitri K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love working with people of all ages. I have many years of experience working with infants, young children and the elderly. I'm currently a caregiver to my mother and tend to her needs as needed. I also have over 40 years on and off assisting special needs individuals in the private sector as well as various organizations...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I have known Paula and her family for many years. Paula provided respite care services for our severe and profound developmentally disabled daughter for several years. Our daughter now lives in a Intermediate Care Facility.
Paula was extremely...
Janet P.
Jessica A.
Carol Stream, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jessica and I am an elementary school teacher. I graduated from Illinois State University in 2015 with a major in elementary education minors in sociology, urban studies, and children studies! I also just completed my masters in curriculum and instruction. I have tons of experience with kids of all ages. I...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica was my summer babysitter on occasional basis. She was so great with my little boy, really fun to have around and an overall sweet person. Thanks Jessica!"
Avani S.
Andrea S.
Roselle, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun, Energetic Nurse Seeking Full Time Nannying Position! :)
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a fun, energetic, loving 29-year-old pediatric nurse with a passion for children! I have 7 years of pediatric nursing experience, over 10 years of experience babysitting, lifeguarding, teaching swim lessons to children age 6 months to 18 years old. I volunteered in my church nursery for several years. I'm an effective...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My boys love her, she always gives me a heads up when she is free so I am able to schedule things knowing she is there to help. Wish I could have her full time. Will continue to have her care for my boys as long as she would like. She has been watching my kids for...
Krystal T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Linda. I'm a caring, loving Grandma, hoping to share in the care of your little one/s. Long term or short. I have been married to the same wonderful man for 45 years, and together we have raised three great kids. Over 15 years ago, I began taking care of 2 boys, whose single moms, were friends of my daughters, and...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Linda is the ultimate grandma for hire! She has been with our family for 4 years caring for my son (infancy through preK) and twin girls (preschool through 2nd grade). Now that they will be in school full time, she will be moving on to another lucky family....
Annemarie L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a single mother who spends weekends with my 5-year-old. I'm free throughout the week and overnights. I prefer young children 3 months to 3 years. I can watch children older than 3 years. I can not help with their schoolwork.
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ava is extremely reliable and was great with our 3mo old. Will definitely rebook her again in the future!"
Abby T.
5.0
(1)
I'm Beth! I currently live in Naperville with my puppy. I have always had a passion in nannying, I've had about 3 different families who I developed strong relationships with. I'm very outgoing and creative, I love being out side and not afraid have some fun!
Bethany can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Bethany has been a amazing nanny for both my kids.
I highly recommend and give her a 5 star."
Naura T.
Rana M.
Saint Charles, IL
$25-30/hr • 17 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Rana! I'm 37 years old.
I Live in Saint Charles
I have one boy, he's 15 years old
I have experience working with kids for over than 17 years.
I was a assistant teacher at Armstrong Elementary school in Hoffman Estates for Autism kids, then I worked at Stevenson elementary school in Elk Grove.
Since I moved to...
Rana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Rana a good care giver she took care of my son when he was 2 years old she was really a good helper and very nice lady and funny "
Rawan G.
Jillian S.
South Elgin, IL
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Part-time Babysitter Available On Weekends And Weeknights
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I just moved to the Arlington Heights area with my 2-year-old cat named Kevin! In my free time, I love to be active and spend as much time outdoors as possible. I am employed full-time at an environmental consulting firm, but I am available most weeknights and weekends and would love to be your date-night sitter!
Jillian can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Jillian worked for us several times this summer. She was always on time, responsible, and she loved playing with the kids. She cleaned up after them and we came home to a clean house. My girls still text her on occasion to say hi because they miss her. Jillian...
Tiana D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided childcare for 8 different local families from our community, and worked with children ages six to 12 in a socio-cultural children, youth, and event center in Germany. I am a Gold Award Girl Scout, and I am currently studying to become a Teacher. My babysitting experience includes working with young infants to...
5.0
"Alexandria did a great job with the kids! She arrived on time and came prepared with activities for the day. The kids really enjoyed baking cookies and playing board games with her. Would definitely recommend."
Karyn H.
Kimberly P.
North Aurora, IL
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Looking To Help With Child Care And Transportation To After School Events
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Kimberly and I have worked with children of all ages from kindergarten through high school in the school district for 7 years. I have had experience from students in general education through special education. I am CPR certified and as a parent I know how much help would be appreciated and I would love to be that...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Dependable. Always performed tasks as instructed. Would have hired permanently but my family had to relocate. "
Care member
3.7
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Certificated Nursing Assistant and CPR certificated, responsible, honest and punctual person who knows how to give care. I am a mother of two kids and my child care experience comes from them. I like to work with kids and I enjoy the time with them at parks, zoo, museums, etc. I always like to have a routine with the kids.
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"She is an amazing babysitter! My kids loved her."
Madiha R.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as mature, genuine, and very loving and caring.
I like working with kids because I'm an only child, yet I come from a very loving family that has many kids. I grew up around little kids and love having fun and being around them, I feel I am confident to say that I have a lot of experience when it...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I've known Alyson for many years and seen her work with kids of all ages. She's very kind and knows how to handle all types of different behavior. She has always connected with kids well and knows how to put a smile on their face. If I had to describe Alyson in...
Emily B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nelly, I was born in Peru, went to College there and got a Degree as an Elementary School teacher there. After having children, I decided to find a job that permitted me caring for my own children too. I am pretty new to Care. com yet have almost 10 years of experience as a babysitter/nanny (references).
I...
Nelly can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nelly was very helpful caring for my 8mo old and a lovely person to be around."
Beatrice D.
Stephanie M.
Streamwood, IL
$24/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a younger brother and ton of little cousins and nephews I've had to take care of growing up. All ranging in age. I have a great amount of patience and creative mind to keep kids active and learning. I love kids, so taking care of them is a job I enjoy doing. I'm an active person that has no problem playing sports and...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Chicago, IL
Sophia M.
5.0
Thank you so much for watching the kids!
- Norah J.
Sarina K.
5.0
Sarina has always been a responsible and caring person. She can anticipate what needs to be done and take care of it before being asked. She has compassion for others which is a quality that will make her successful at whatever she chooses to do.
- Phyllis C.
Hira S.
5.0
She has a great personality & takes her job really seriously. She has a way with children & makes it a breeze for children to pickup new routines or anything as a parent you will be wanting a child to incorporate into their daily routines (bedtime/bath time routine, potty training etc).
- Hannia S.
Jessica W.
5.0
Jessica was wonderful. She was on time for the interview, polite, and friendly. We will definitely be using her services for our next date night!
- Michelle C.
Lorraine G.
5.0
Lorraine was my nanny for my two girls for 3 years. I decided to be home full-time so I no longer needed her as a nanny. However, she still works for us for date nights. My girls love Lorraine. While being our nanny she was punctual, reliable and dependable. I would hire her as our nanny again if I...
- Amanda M.
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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 20 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 $18.80 per hour as of March 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.