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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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with six years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and making a positive impact on children's lives. With a background in early child development coursework, I possess the knowledge and skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young...
Hope can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
I'm a friendly, patient, and experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. My more than 5 years of experience in babysitting have provided me with the skills and knowledge necessary to care for children of all ages. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and following the...
Julia C.
Western Springs, IL
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm an experienced childcare provider with seven years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for caring for kids stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. I believe in supporting families and providing a reliable child care option...
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: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
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: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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
$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, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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...
Ashley R.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is the best! She is kind, helpful and our 3 kids love her! She plays games, takes them to all kinds of museums, rec center, etc... I have no concern at all when my kids are with her as I thoroughly trust her!
She follows through on my requests and makes...
Katie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Trinity and I am a 23-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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cori is an amazing caregiver to our one year old girl. She comes five days a week as both my husband and I work full time. Our daughter is always happy to see Cori come through the door every morning and we know our daughter is in good hands with Cori. She helps...
Sarah R.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Rebecca is so great - she watched my two boys, 4yo and 12-18mos on Fridays in our home. We have 'spirited' kiddos and she was always patient, nurturing, fun and aligned w our rules and parenting style. She thought of fun crafts and games and lots of reading. Trips...
Kat M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 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, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & 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.
Alexa R.
Chicago, IL
$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as quiet yet outgoing.
I like working with kids because I grew up in a big family and ever since I was a little girl I was always with my aunts and uncles that had babies and toddlers. I was the designated "babysitter" at every party and as I grew older the kids never stopped following me, but it was...
5.0
"We hired Alexa full time for almost a full year. She took great care of our daughter and was always on time. Would highly recommend her."
Kyle G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Almendra O.
I am a responsible, punctual and friendly person. I have 15 years of nannying experience, from newborns to teens.
I had become very close with the families and kids where I worked for and enjoyed taking care of them. I always provide them a safe, educational and loving environment. I'm CPR and First...
Almendra can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Almendra is a very warm and loving person. Even though she only spent a short time with us when I had to attend some professional training, I couldn't feel any stronger about this. I almost wish I could work outside of home in order to have Almendra around my son....
Anna 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 7 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 $19.29 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 Western Springs, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Western Springs, 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.