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60 babysitters are listed in Wilmette, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Wilmette, IL
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 4 beautiful kids; I raised my kids by myself. I have a bachelor's degree in sociology from my native country and also have Bachelor's degree in Sociology U. S Equivalent Summary. I do have 17 credit hours of High school Diploma credited by Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin....
Dilaram can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Ms. D is excellent with my toddler. Ms. D is trustworthy, helpful, and builds a caring relationship with the young ones she watches. Ms. D. is always ready with games and activities -- any family is lucky to have her!"
Adam F.
Talia K.
Chicago, IL
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays And Weeknights. Excellent With Children!
5.0
(1)
I have watched children for the past four years. At one point I was babysitting for a family with seven children. I have babysat for children ages 2-13 of both genders. I have helped with dinner, bathing, homework, and arts and crafts. I love helping out families who need someone to watch their kids! I am always eager to learn...
Talia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Talia cares so much for animals! I left her with my dog for the weekend and she sent me photo updates of them playing, going on walks and hanging out. I will definetly go to talia the next time I need someone to watch my dog. She really cares about animals and has...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began babysitting/nannying for families and their kiddos once I started undergrad, as I had previous unpaid experience in high school for my family and friends. I have 6 years of paid experience sitting for children of all ages (infants-teens). I have the most experience with infants-toddlers. I am a second-year (out of three)...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My daughter loved Abby away! She communicated with us in advance and during our night out, and was very punctual and responsible. Will definitely hire again."
Beth B.
Max T.
Evanston, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Over the past two summers, I worked as an Inclusion Aide. I was paired with children that had a variety of special needs including autism or physical challenges. I've also babysat for three other families with young children and they typically like my high energy.
Max can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jessica, a 29 yr old bilingual speaker, highly experienced nanny preferably looking for a full time work & possibly part time work, as well as date night sitting. I have a son that is 11 yrs old and a 4-year-old daughter. I've taken care of a cousin as well as her little brother and sister from new born to the ages of,...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We went through 3 other caregivers before settling with Jessica for 2 months this Summer. She was such a wonderful caregiver who is responsive to my baby's cues and needs. She provided a structure to my son's day that includes playtime, reading, mealtime, nap time,...
Nida K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7+ years of nannying experience with children 8 week to 11 years old. I also have experience working in youth enrichments programs and am very creative, active, and fun! I have my bachelors degree in performing arts management and love to sing, dance, and explore!
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Taylor is a fantastic nanny. She watched our 7 week old daughter + 2.5 year old son for 2 weeks while we were visiting on vacation. She's caring, creative, funny and great to be around. Can't wait to work with her in the future!"
Jen P.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents
My name is Laura, non smoker, I have my own transportation, I'm CPR certified. I've worked with would say I'm a responsible, loving and caring person. I consider myself outgoing, fair, organized and a really good driver
Since 2018 I've been working with kids; I also had a great experience as an Au pair for 2 years,...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Laura is one of the best, most amazing and caring babysitter I have ever hired for my son. Not only does she help me with my son while I work from hone but she also does things around the house that are not even part of her job. I have never trusted anyone...
Eda D.
Emily H.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, creative, loving
I like working with kids because it brings me joy to see children finishing themselves through their development. As I study to become a pediatric OT, I have only gained more love working with children seeing how through the help of the right person, a child can grow to...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily was really great. Kids and I liked her a lot. Punctual, dependable, left house tidy, above and beyond. Have referred her to friends and would 100% hire again."
Amie R.
Maria R.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Tita.
I just love kids. I am confident in my ability to be around them. I like to keep them active and engage in activities that help them socialize and learn.
I worked for more than a year in a daycare with more than 10 babies (beautiful twins also!).
After that I worked for a beautiful family for almost 6 years...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I would hire Maria (we lovingly called her Tita in our home) 100 times over. Tita was with our family full-time for 5.5 years. She began when our oldest was 6 months old and grew with us and our 3 children.
She is extremely responsible, loving and patient....
Jenn G.
Ashley L.
Chicago, IL
$17-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am a musical theater major here in Chicago! Whenever I'm not busy at rehearsal I enjoy discovering new parks in the city and spending time with friends and family. I've recently been a camp counselor at the YMCA this past summer and had the opportunity to look after about 14 children ranging from...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kind, friendly, and calm. Would definitely hire again!"
Emily R.
Luz Adriana P.
Chicago, IL
$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working in a Montessori school for 5 years. I am available on weeknights. I am an occasional babysitter with over 15 years of experience. I am looking for occasional jobs, part time or full-time job. I have good recommendations.
Luz Adriana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I worked with Adriana in Montessori Academy of Chicago in the west loop for over 5 years. She was absolutely wonderful. Is experienced in infants-elementary and is flexible with hours. She would always be available to cover hours and do overtime when needed. She is...
Tanya S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gabby and I am 22 years old living in Chicago. For over 6 years, I have been a camp counselor and babysitting children as young as 3 months to 12 years old. I also did student teaching for a first grade classroom my senior year of college. I love spending time with kids whether it is playing fun games, making crafts,...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fantastic sitter.
Gabby made us feel really comfortable as travellers from the U.K. travelling to Boston for work - letting us have a date night whilst travelling with our 7 month old baby.
She was extremely professional and friendly and I have no hesitation...
Sarah M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a current registered nurse who works in the NICU who loves working with children overall. Over the years I have worked for many families with kids ranging from 6 weeks old to 12 years old, volunteered as tutor, volunteered with kindergartners at a local elementary school three times a week, worked as an assistant...
Edwydge can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Edwydge began helping out my family caring for my son when he was only 2 months old! He was a very needy infant who required constant soothing and attention- Edwydge's calming demeanor was the perfect match! She is reliable, always flexible when unexpected schedule...
Jessica C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Victoria, I am 35 years old. I am happily married and have a 4 years old daughter. I am seeking a part-time position of a babysitter on weekday mornings till 1. 30-2 p.m. depending on your location. I have to pick up my daughter from her preschool after 2 p.m. I am a stay at home mom and I understand how...
Viktoriya can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Viktoriya was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door. She was very friendly and entertaining. My 12 months old daughter was behaving well when we were leaving which was very surprising to us as she is a bit fussy when her...
Adrien K.
Maryann H.
Chicago, IL
$18-19/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! Just a friendly, fun, and responsible student who loves to not only take care of kids and teens, but be a role model for them when they need it! I enjoy helping families who need some assistance with managing their kids, and making them feel comfortable with being able to do what they need to do while their kids are...
Maryann can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maryann watched our 5 year old and 2 year old boys during the week and weekends. She was easy to communicate with and sweet with our boys. They enjoyed playing outside, coloring, reading, going to the zoo and other activities with her.
Additionally Maryann...
Kirk T.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a proud mother of two grown children and a loving grandmother, I have a deep-rooted passion for children and a proven ability to build strong, nurturing relationships. With years of experience caring for my own family and fostering close bonds with my grandchildren, I possess excellent patience, empathy, and a warm,...
Nubia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"*Review written by my wife* We'll always cherish the time Nubia spent with our family. Nubia took care of our daughter from the time she was 3 months old until she was 2 and our son from birth until 4 months old. We made the difficult decision to send our kids to...
Alexander N.
Selena O.
Chicago, IL
$25-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, May Name Is Selena, I Am A Passionate And Dedicated Person.
5.0
(3)
Hi, my name is Selena. I am qualified nanny with 6+ years of childcare expirience, providing exceptional service to families in
Northshore area. I am very comfortable with infants, toddlers, and Preschoolers.
I focus on creating a safe and nurturing environment for children, while implementing age-appropriate
activities. I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We love Selena! She is fun, energetic, playful, and loving. She had my two boys doing unique and stimulating activities every day. She would sing to them and think of fun arts and crafts to keep them entertained. She is a wonderful nanny!"
Care member
Daphne J.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic, Loving Nanny Excited To Find Her Next Family! :)
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a warm, compassionate, energetic nanny who your children will love!
Experience:
-Babysitting since I was 15
-5 semesters of classroom field-experience at the university level
-1-on-1 tutoring of a 1st grader, focusing on her reading comprehension
-Part-time nanny for 18-month-old girl
-Full time nanny for 2 boys, aged 2...
Daphne can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Daphne was a nanny for our 14 month old son last summer. We were thrilled to find Daphne on Care to fill a 10 week gap we had in childcare before he started daycare. Daphne is wonderful - she is trustworthy, reliable, and our son enjoyed being with her everyday....
Care member
Mia D.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience - Loves Art, Reading/education, And The Outdoors!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a full-time nannying job located near the Avondale area. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have nannied for many families with diverse backgrounds and needs, caring for infants as young as 2 months and children as old as 12 years. I also have experience working with kids as an...
Mia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mia has watched my daughter since around 5 months. She super sweet and my daughter loves her. She is my current nanny and my daughter is now 19 months. Super responsible, follows instructions, has taken my daughter to outdoor activities, including soccer, museums,...
Marilupe M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am an experienced and reliable babysitter and nanny with 7+ years of experience. I am originally from Omaha, NE, but I study in Chicago! I have cared for children of all ages (0-15 years old) and am capable of handling multiple children, as I have experience nannying four children. I look forward to watching your little...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Wilmette, IL
Dilaram L.
5.0
Amazing personality and very caring.
- Mohamed T.
Talia K.
5.0
Talia cares so much for animals! I left her with my dog for the weekend and she sent me photo updates of them playing, going on walks and hanging out. I will definetly go to talia the next time I need someone to watch my dog. She really cares about animals and has fun doing it.
- Care member
Abagayle K.
5.0
My daughter loved Abby away! She communicated with us in advance and during our night out, and was very punctual and responsible. Will definitely hire again.
- Beth B.
Jessica G.
5.0
We went through 3 other caregivers before settling with Jessica for 2 months this Summer. She was such a wonderful caregiver who is responsive to my baby's cues and needs. She provided a structure to my son's day that includes playtime, reading, mealtime, nap time, music, outdoor activities, etc. We...
- Nida K.
Taylor K.
5.0
Taylor is a fantastic nanny. She watched our 7 week old daughter + 2.5 year old son for 2 weeks while we were visiting on vacation. She's caring, creative, funny and great to be around. Can't wait to work with her in the future!
- Jen P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Wilmette, IL:
How can I find a Wilmette babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Wilmette, 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 14 babysitters in Wilmette, 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 Wilmette, IL?
The average rate for Wilmette, IL babysitters on Care.com is $21.07 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 Wilmette, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Wilmette, 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.