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60 babysitters are listed in Western Springs, IL
The average rate is $21/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Western Springs, IL
Teaching Certification - K through 12 Day Care/Preschool Experience. Substitute Teacher, mainly early elementary. Taught full time at both Kindergarten and Second Grade Levels. Mother of 3 Grown Children, Grandmother of 3 preschool Grandchildren. Currently part-time Nanny. Assisted my own aging parents.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello Families, I would like to thank you for taking your time to look at my profile. Just a little back story on me, I am 22 years old, I currently go to Lewis University. I am on here to be a babysitter and housekeeper. I have been cleaning houses for 3 years now. Doing in depth cleaning as well as just the basic everyday...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
University of Arizona Graduate
Experience with 3 months to 8 years old
Red Cross & First Aid Certified
Hope can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Fernanda M.
Western Springs, IL
$24-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am an experienced childcare provider with a background in teaching and special needs education, passionate about creating a positive and nurturing environment for children. I have a calm, creative, and proactive approach, and I enjoy engaging kids in activities like outdoor play, board games, puzzles, and educational games,...
Dianne H.
Western Springs, IL
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as honest, patient and fun
I like working with kids because they are inquisitive, transparent and honest
I'm looking for a job that
I started working with kids when I was 21 years old
In my spare time, I like to rest and reset. The more rested, mentally/physically I am, the more productive I am...
Mary Kay R.
Western Springs, IL
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Mary Kay and I am 56 years old. My previous career was a personal trainer and group fitness instructor for 11 years. I have recently changed my profession to become a nanny. I have about 2 years of experience and I love what I do! I am a loving, caring, responsible adult and would love to meet a new family that...
Mary Kay can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Claire. I am 31 years old and looking for a full time long term nanny position. I am looking to be a W2 employee, have PTO, sick days, and vacation time. I have been working with children for 13 years. I recently moved back to Illinois after living in Michigan for two years. I was a behavior technician working...
As a teacher, I have worked with children from preschool to middle school age. I have also tutored children from kindergarten to middle school age. While teaching a variety of subjects, I have written my own lesson plan and have written curriculum.
Jeannine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an AMI trained Montessori teacher with a Masters in Education, looking for evening and weekend babysitting work. I have been working with children since I was in high school, and have been teaching in a Montessori classroom for 7 years. I love working with children of all ages, and am happy to help with homework,...
Greta can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have used Greta several times and she is wonderful. Reliable and warm. She engages our daughter and they play together well. Highly recommend her."
Lis C.
Rea M.
Westmont, IL
$10-11/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Rea. A Certified Nursing Assistant. With an extensive background in babysitting for children of all ages coupled with my experience in being a camp counselor before on our church and my fun-loving and caring personality. I am confident that I can provide excellent childcare to your family. From preparing healthy snacks...
Rea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We feel so lucky to have found Rea for our 1 1/2 year old! She watches our daughter regularly 2-3 days a week & is so flexible & easy to work with. Our schedules are inconsistent & Rea always is understanding. She has a great set up at her home, provides food &...
Gwen O.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving and kind babysitter who loves to play with kids and help them use their imagination! I currently during the week am a household manager / nanny and looking for extra supplemental hours to make a bit more during the week ! I am pretty flexible especially on weekends ! So late night date nights I can absolutely do...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I first met Danielle when I was new to the area and in dire need of last min childcare. She never made us feel like a burden or was ever unprofessional. My daughter (then 3) took to her immediately. She treated and continues to treat my daughter as family - even...
Tanell F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Trinity and I am a 22-year-old college student in her last year of school. I started babysitting my twin siblings (boy and girl) at age 13 for short amounts of time. Most recently I worked at a daycare both during the summer and school year working with children ranging from ages infants to 6 years old along with...
Trinity can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My baby was so comfortable with her. Thank you."
Gaudy S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Belle and I would love to be your babysitter! I am 20 years old and I graduated from high school in three years. After high school I took a gap year which I spent as a full time nanny. I am now going into my junior year of college and majoring in Event Management. I have experience in babysitting, mother's helping,...
Belle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Belle is caring and fun with the kids and a reliable, good communicator with us. She is always positive and independently comes up with games and activities. Belle is a very good caregiver and me and my family always look forward to her spending time with our...
Holly S.
Kathleen M.
Elmhurst, IL
$15-20/hr • 11 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
As a formal and reserved individual with over a decade of experience, I have dedicated my career to supporting families and providing reliable childcare. I'm passionate about creating a nurturing environment for children to thrive and learn. I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred method to discuss...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kathleen helped us out last minute when our nanny canceled. She is a great babysitter. she followed my instructions completely and the children loved playing with her"
Sapna P.
4.5
(8)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Cheryl R.
Downers Grove, IL
$43/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny For Weekends, Evenings and Overnights
5.0
(2)
I am an experienced Nanny of 15 years plus. I have cared for infants, toddlers and teens. My experience caring for small children has been a very rewarding experience. Leaving your children in my care will give you comfort and peace you need while you're away. I am experienced with preparing healthy meals, schedule outings and...
Cheryl can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I've known Cheryl for about ten years now. We met while she and I were nannies for families living in Hinsdale. Cheryl is extremely friendly, out-going and reliable. She is NOT a childcare provider that will sit on the couch or on her phone. She is constantly...
Jamie M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have about 12 years of childcare experience working with multiple families watching up to 7 children at one time. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I've had experience with children up to 13 years old and as young as newborns - my husband and I have 2 of our own!
I love personalizing activities for each child since everyone...
Corinne can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Corinne is absolutely wonderful. she is great with my toddler. She is very active, and attentive. my daughter loves it when she gets here and hates when she leaves. If it wasn't for her having to relocate she would have a job as long as she wanted. She has grown to...
Elissa K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Currently no longer available. If my availability changes I will post it here.
Thank you for your interest.
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Becky is an absolute gem. She is incredibly adept at fostering relationships with kids. She is reliable and kind, but not scared to correct behavior in an effective and calm manner. I could not recommend Becky highly enough."
George C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Calli and I am Kindergarten teacher in Addison. I have been teaching for 8 years. During the school year, I babysit for families I have known for multiple years and I nanny over the summer. I have babysat for kids ages 2-15. I am a very active person and can keep up with young children since that is a big part...
Calli can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"Calli was great! My kids, despite a big difference in age, all loved her and she managed to keep them all very busy and happy! She was very kind and patient and even did a great job with working with special needs. I would definitely rehire."
Kathy T.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Western Springs, IL
Greta N.
5.0
We have used Greta several times and she is wonderful. Reliable and warm. She engages our daughter and they play together well. Highly recommend her.
- Lis C.
Rea M.
5.0
Rea is an amazing and highly responsive care giver! She has created a beautiful and enriching environment for children to learn and discover freely. She also cares deeply for all children and their parents, and provided timely and helpful responses to all our questions. If you're looking for a...
- Ashley R.
Danielle C.
5.0
Danielle is great! We hired her to come to our hotel room and watch our two boys while we went out to dinner. I was a bit nervous to leave my kids with a stranger in a new city, but Danielle put me at ease right away, and she was a huge help to us when we were in a pinch. She arrived early, and...
- Ingrid O.
Trinity W.
5.0
My baby was so comfortable with her. Thank you.
- Gaudy S.
Belle W.
5.0
Very engaging with our twins and patient!
- Jeanette H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Western Springs, IL:
How can I find a Western Springs babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Western Springs, 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 8 babysitters in Western Springs, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Western Springs, IL?
The average rate for Western Springs, IL babysitters on Care.com is $21.12 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Western Springs, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Western Springs, IL through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.