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60 babysitters are listed in Winnetka, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Winnetka, IL
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Margarita, I have experience in both caretaking and infant and older child care for over a decade. I have raised three children of my own and five grandchildren. I am consistent, punctual and dedicated to treating your family members like my own.
5.0
"Margarita was so sweet with my 9 month old son! She does a great job helping around the house and is so warm and friendly."
Rupali A.
Alexandria P.
Chicago, IL
$19-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Graduated Nursing Student Looking To Provide Summer Care!
5.0
(1)
I have years of experience with kids sick and healthy! I am graduating from Loyola University Chicago in May. I am looking for a FUN summer working with any age before I take the NCLEX and start at the hospital. People describe me as outgoing, loving, and able to improvise quickly. I have certifications in basic life support and...
Alexandria can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexandria watched our kids for date nights and occasionally when last minute plans came up. She is very caring and they absolutely adored her!"
Briana C.
Maria Luisa N.
Chicago, IL
$28/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am Maria and I am 58years old. I have 4 grown up kids, and I am so proud of them. I was born in the Philippines, and did 2 years of college. I studied BSE . majoring in Mathematics. I have worked as a babysitter for 7 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. And give my 101% to my work. I love children since my kids are...
Maria Luisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Luisa is truly AMAZING - she has years of experience, trustworthy, very loving/warm, thoughtful, energetic and a great cook. She worked full time caring for my 3 month old baby and 3.5yr old daughter. My son and daughter love her! Working with children is her...
Tonianne R.
Safiya B.
Evanston, IL
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Safiya! I started out by watching my neighbor's kids and fell in love with babysitting from there. I feel honored to have been able to witness the kids I have watched explore and grow into amazing young people. I would love to continue to be able facilitate that for other little ones. I have 4 years experience with...
Safiya can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We highly recommend Safiya! She is always on time/early, professional, and responsive. She is patient, kind, and playful with our 4 year old daughter. We feel very lucky to have met her and fully trust her with our little one, dogs, and home. "
Alex P.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family.
About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...
Jill can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two boys (3 mo. and 18 mo. at the time). Throughout the approximately 3 1/2 years that she worked for us, she was...
Margaret D.
Melanie M.
Evanston, IL
$24-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.7
(12)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have provided child care for multiple families since I was 15. I have extensive experience with infants and toddlers, as well as elementary age children and teens. I am a mother myself of a 6-year-old boy I adore children and being around them. I'm very active love sports. arts and crafts. enjoy being out doors. I'm bilingual...
Melanie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melanie has been watching our four-year-old daughter for awhile now and our daughter absolutely loves her. They go out to eat, play at the park, and do activities and games together. Melanie is attentive, responsible, and thoughtful. We highly recommend her."
Natalia B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Flight Attendant for American Airlines.
I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
(1)
My name is Grace K. I have many years of experience with children. I have two kids of my own; all grown up. I like to spend time with kids and would like to assist parents with their needs.
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Grace for a short term nanny position for my son. She watched him from 3 months to 6 months old until he was ready for daycare. She helped us out when we were in a tough spot and was flexible with our schedule. It was also obvious she had experience...
Korinne M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate and responsible babysitter with 3. 5 years of experience caring for infants to children 12 years old. Positive role model focused on supporting the development and teaching new skills. Certified in CPR with a dedication to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all children.
Enjoys...
Stacey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Stacey is great! She is taking care of our two boys and they love her."
Kasia P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Nora and I have 6 years of experience working with children from ages newborn to 12 years of age. I used to work at a group home for mothers so I am familiar with cooking meals, cleaning, changing diapers and all the basics. I also have taken 2 years of Early Childhood Education and am CPR certified. I also take...
Nora can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nora is the best! She listens and follows instructions carefully. She is super attentive and caring. My son loves her, as she is engaged and responsive to him. It brings me so much comfort that she understands my concerns as a parent and validates them. She is...
Bianka M.
Livvia W.
Deerfield, IL
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Livvia, I am 22 years old. I have worked with many family's for date nights & a private sitter for newborn- 12yr., Ive been an after school sitter and worked for the local park districts after school program kids kindergarten-5th grade in the past. I do enjoy working for a family and caring for their kids on a more...
Livvia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Livvia has been a joy to have in our home watching our 1 and 4 year old kids. She's very attentive to our little one, follows directions without having to ask or remind her, and when she has a question, she asks! Our little one doesn't take to new people easily and...
Christopher A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Reliable, Fun & Creative Problem Solver.
Have reliable, safe car, insurance and license.
Experience with ages 3 months to 12 years. Former Pre-K & Kindergarten teacher.
I am a very reliable, creative and patient person who has 15 plus years of experience working with children. With me, your children will receive appropriate...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Michelle cared for our "Pod" for almost a year. My daughter and 2 friends were in our Covid pod. They all had different teachers and 2 were in different schools and Michelle was able to manage all their classes, schedules and personalities without a hiccup. She is...
Heather M.
Oriana A.
Chicago, IL
$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(12)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm very affectionate, sweet but at the same time firm. I'm also very fun as I'm a camping leader so kids will never get bored and we can sing so many songs in English and Spanish so your kids can also be bilingual.
I am part of a non traditional educational system that increase emotional, financial and leadership skills that...
Oriana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Oriana has a kind, gentle, happy, and very patient personality. She was always on time and usually came early, as well. She is always full of energy and more importantly, full of patience. Your family would be very fortunate to have Oriana in your home!"
Josana P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Charlotte and I am a 20-year-old social work student at Loyola University Chicago. I have some extra time on my hands and am seeking employment in childcare. I have been babysitting since I was about 13 years old, and have even had experience as a summer day camp counselor. I have experience with infants as young...
Charlotte can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Charlotte was a great sitter for our kids. She was communicative from the outset, the kids loved her, and the house was immaculate when we came home. This morning the kids asked us to leave again soon so she can come over again."
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I work as a TA at Maine South High school and am looking for supplemental hours. I have 2 college age son, ages 20 and 21. I like to care for children and engage with them doing creative and educational activities.
Susan can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mrs. Susan was assisting us take care of our 2.5 y/o daughter from January through May 2023 from Monday through Thursday after school. Mrs. Susan and my daughter would have afternoon snacks (either preparing smoothies, cutting fresh fruit, or baking biscuits) and...
Laura Alejandra S.
Charina M.
Northbrook, IL
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified nurse's assistant, and a mother of five kids, four of whom are already grown and in the Philippines. Most of my experience was in the hospital, taking care of newborn babies. Being a mother and raising five kids already. I know I can be as good as I am taking care of older people. Just give me a try.
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Charina is warm and friendly, reliable and has done everything possible to accommodate us in the interview process."
Susan D.
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Ashley M.
Morton Grove, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Eager to assist with homework and conduct fun activities.
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"She brings a lot of energy and patience to work which I really appreciated! Kids loved her!"
Aria D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience babysitting began when I was just 12 years old. I put an ad in a local newspaper. I got one response and with my mother's supervision, I took care of a 3-year-old boy that summer. The relationship with him and his family turned into a 25-year friendship. I babysat throughout high school and then eight years ago, I...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Nancy is sent from heaven!! As a mom new to IL, finding a new sitter always made me a bit nervous. That changed shortly after meeting Nancy! She engaged and got to know the kids from the start. She gave us a full report each time we returned home. My kids are so...
Jc B.
Brianna W.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated nanny with a background in child care. I possess my Early child care degree and currently working towards my associates, which is all online . I create a safe, engaging environment tailored to each child's unique needs, fostering growth and development. I am known for patience and creativity, I organize...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Brianna was a nanny for my two children. She was responsible for picking them up from daycare and then caring for them in my home. My children absolutely adored her as did my husband and I. The only reason we stopped was because I had to relocate, and no longer had...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Winnetka, IL
Margarita M.
5.0
Margarita was so sweet with my 9 month old son! She does a great job helping around the house and is so warm and friendly.
- Rupali A.
Alexandria P.
5.0
Alexandria watched our kids for date nights and occasionally when last minute plans came up. She is very caring and they absolutely adored her!
- Briana C.
Maria Luisa N.
5.0
Luisa is truly AMAZING - she has years of experience, trustworthy, very loving/warm, thoughtful, energetic and a great cook. She worked full time caring for my 3 month old baby and 3.5yr old daughter. My son and daughter love her! Working with children is her passion and you can see she is energized...
- Tonianne R.
Safiya B.
5.0
We highly recommend Safiya! She is always on time/early, professional, and responsive. She is patient, kind, and playful with our 4 year old daughter. We feel very lucky to have met her and fully trust her with our little one, dogs, and home.
- Alex P.
Jill K.
5.0
Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two boys (3 mo. and 18 mo. at the time). Throughout the approximately 3 1/2 years that she worked for us, she was always dependable, always on time, and...
- Margaret D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Winnetka, IL:
How can I find a Winnetka babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Winnetka, 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 15 babysitters in Winnetka, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.0. 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 Winnetka, IL?
The average rate for Winnetka, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.20 per hour as of February 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 Winnetka, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Winnetka, 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.