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60 babysitters are listed in Wonder Lake, IL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Wonder Lake, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Jack, your friendly neighborhood babysitter with over 10 years of experience corralling kids . Think of me as Mary Poppins, but with a love for organic snacks and non-toxic cleaning products. I have 4 awesome boys, 15, 9, 7, and 2 and 2 big ole pups that are 2.
As a proud "crunchy Mom," I embrace natural...
Jaclyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"When we had our first born son I had to go back to work and wanted to find an in home day care for him to go to. After interviewing many candidates Jaclyn was who we ended up hiring. She was AMAZING!!!! She always made me feel comfortable leaving my son there. She...
Brooke F.
Heather G.
Wonder Lake, IL
$30-48/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Heather I have been a CNA for over 15 years. I really enjoy being an at-home caregiver. People have always said I in am a people person and, I believe taking care of people is what I was meant to do.
I find so much happiness in taking care of others loved one's and the relationships that are created are truly...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was really just what we needed. Very pleasant and engaging with the client as well as the family. Knowledgeable on basic medical procedures and very comfortable in dealing and interacting with people with Dementia. Always willing to help with anything that was...
Care member
Maggie S.
Wonder Lake, IL
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Looking For A Babysitting Job That Works Around My School Schedule!
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, fun, and outgoing!!
I like working with kids because I enjoy having fun with them as well as teaching them new things. I love to watch them grow and become more mature!
I'm looking for a job that is flexible with my schedule and that also works for you! I do go to school and I'm majoring...
Hi! I am a 20-year-old college student looking for a summer job for 2024! I am a Junior at Ferris State and majoring in Social Work. I have had 2 jobs through care. com before and have years and years of babysitting experience. I have 4 younger siblings a sister and 3 brothers. I have babysat boys and girls ages 1-11 and...
Holly B.
Wonder Lake, IL
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Holly! I'm 24 years old and have been caring for children since I was 14. I was always around kids growing up and helping watch my siblings or cousins, and even babysat for many neighbors or family friends with kids of all different ages. I went to Wilmot Union High school and graduated early for the class of...
Holly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Isabella S.
Wonder Lake, IL
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Bella! I am 18 years old and recently just graduated last year! I love working with kids and I am so excited to start my career! I have been working with children since I was about 10 years old, from watching my brothers and also working at a daycare. I am very confident in my ability to provide a safe, supportive,...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Tina. I have 20 yrs experience caring for the elderly. I am compassionate, trustworthy, and honest. I have also visited nursing homes to be that extra eyes and ears. I will provide you personal and professional references. I believe I am now working in my gift!
Tina can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
3.7
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun loving, honest, personable.
I like working with kids because I like to help families succeed
I'm looking for a job that is with a good family long-term.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old.
In my spare time, I like to go to church, Planet Fitness, spend time with my family,...
5.0
"Tara was awesome! She is very reliable. My kids just adored her. She was always happy and able to do whatever I asked of her. She's the best nanny our family has ever welcomed."
Marna W.
Tiffany E.
Richmond, IL
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Stay At Home Mom Looking For More Sweeties To Give My Love And Attention To.
5.0
(1)
I'm a mother of 5-year-old twins and a 14-year-old homeschooler.
I'd describe my personality as a people pleaser, aware of other's feelings and reliable.
I've been in love with children since my first born which was 2009.
I'm looking for something that makes me happy and makes someone else happy.
I have worked with 2...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Tiffany took such great care of my senior cat who needed special attention while we were away for 5 days. She also did this with last minute notice, which I so appreciated. Highly recommend her. She’s trust worthy and does a great job! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi! I am extremely experienced when it comes to babysitting children that range from newborns to teenagers. When I babysit, I try to get to know the children so I can learn about their interests so we can do activities together! Some of the activities that I do with the kids that I have babysat include going for walks, playing...
Adriana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Adrianna is amazing with my little guy, she does fun activities with him,takes him on walks ,gives him baths. Reads to him you name it.
We love having her watch our little guy. She Will even stay over night.
We highly recommend her."
Britany W.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Anna, 30 yrs old, live in McHenry, mom of two girls age 5yrs and 2 yrs. Experience in formal daycares and in-home care. Have worked with highly sensitive infants, autistic and special needs children, and ages from 6 weeks-14 yrs old. I am CPR and first aid trained, certification is out of date though! I am available...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ana was very kind and enjoyable to be around with my daughter. She watched her for a date night and we were very pleased. "
Paige N.
Molly I.
Woodstock, IL
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping and pretty much anything you ask of me. I value my time with all the kids I meet and enjoy getting time to play with them and help grow and develop. I am coming home from the University of Alabama for the summer and I am interning full time as a Physical Therapy...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Molly is an amazing sitter she went above and beyond in all aspects. The kids absolutely loved their time with her and she was so prepared, babysitter bags are my favorite, she had everything a kid could need to enjoy their night. Molly also went out of her way to...
Vince P.
Sophia D.
McHenry, IL
$10-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am interested in your care job!! I have 14 years experience taking care of children of all ages. Also special needs kids. I am CPR certified and I have taken college courses on early child development and early learning. I am very out going and have alot of energy. I love being outside, teaching, and exercising. I'm...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Our kids love going to Sophia’s house. She helped when my son was getting potty trained (he did better at her house than mine) He is now a proudly potty trained little man. My daughter loves when she gets to go to Sophia’s always talks about how fun it is. "
Care member
Katie T.
McHenry, IL
$10-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Afternoon And Weekend Sitter Looking To Help Out With Your Kids
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as caring, helpful, friendly.
I like working with kids because they are fun and have wonderful imaginations, and I can learn from them.
I'm looking for a job that I can do after my regular job (7am-3:30pm) or on the weekends.
I started working with kids when I was in high school. I have been...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Katie was great with our Lainey. Lainey warmed up to her right away. She took great care of her. Katie sent photos daily while we were gone with updates. We appreciated that, and it allowed us to enjoy our trip without worrying about Lainey."
Sue B.
Kendra H.
McHenry, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey Everyone! My Name Is Kendra! I Can't Wait To Hopefully Help You Out
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as kind, outgoing and energetic
I like working with kids because I get the opportunity to help kids grow and help them develop!
I started working with kids when I was in middle school! I would volunteer to help the special education classes and have taught a special education class by myself my...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kendra is fantastic! She is so attentative to our boys and sends us updates while we are away. I would recommend her over and over! "
Samantha B.
Sade C.
Woodstock, IL
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 32-year-old college student who is born and raised in Chicago I recently moved back home to Illinois from California, where I was working as a lead infant teacher at daycare. My past experience include parks and recreation as well as a paraprofessional in elementary schools as I am certified. I am also CPR and First Aid...
Sade can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Sade did a great job taking care of my 3 kids. She was always on time and very reliable. Sade kept the house tidy too and was good at organizing areas of the house as well. She was helpful with potty training too."
Jeanne H.
Valerie R.
Spring Grove, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom of 2 grown sons and a young, energetic grandmother of 7, ranging from 2 years to 15 years old. I have many years of experience caring for babies, toddlers, and adolescents. I have experience tutoring 6, 7, and 8th graders with IEP's. I also have extensive skills required for special needs and can perform various...
Valerie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"My fiancee and I were going out of the country for vacation on a cruise. My fiancee has 2 kids still in school so we felt the need to have someone dependable be here in the evenings to keep an eye on the kids and make sure they got to school, etc. We also have 4...
Jason O.
Lexi P.
McHenry, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lexi, I am 22 years old. I have been working with kids since I was 15 as a babysitter, nanny, tutor, camp counselor and daycare teacher. I am an expert at planning fun games, crafts and activities! I am CPR certified and safety is always my number one priority. I pride myself in being punctual, caring, and...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a student at Elmhurst University! In the past, I have worked for families with children the age of 6- months all the way up to families with children 12-year-old. I am capable of helping kids with elearning requirements. I am a very responsible and driven person. I have a valid driver license, I am First Aid/CPR certified...
Kaela can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Morgan S.
McHenry, IL
$15-16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Morgan! I have babysitting experience for the past 6 years. I'm a 19-year-old that just started my second semester at MCC and love working with kids. I am responsible, caring, and dedicated to what I work on. I have my own car so I can help with dropping off, picking up your kids if you need. I can help with light...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Wonder Lake, IL
Jaclyn R.
5.0
When we had our first born son I had to go back to work and wanted to find an in home day care for him to go to. After interviewing many candidates Jaclyn was who we ended up hiring. She was AMAZING!!!! She always made me feel comfortable leaving my son there. She also always did cute art projects...
- Brooke F.
Heather G.
5.0
She was really just what we needed. Very pleasant and engaging with the client as well as the family. Knowledgeable on basic medical procedures and very comfortable in dealing and interacting with people with Dementia. Always willing to help with anything that was needed. Went out of her way to make...
- Care member
Tara B.
5.0
Ms Tara is wonderful she's an awesome caregiver/nanny..she's the best!!
- Ashaki M.
Tiffany E.
5.0
Tiffany took such great care of my senior cat who needed special attention while we were away for 5 days. She also did this with last minute notice, which I so appreciated. Highly recommend her. She’s trust worthy and does a great job!
- Care member
Adriana S.
5.0
Adrianna is amazing with my little guy, she does fun activities with him,takes him on walks ,gives him baths. Reads to him you name it.
We love having her watch our little guy. She Will even stay over night.
We highly recommend her.
- Britany W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Wonder Lake, IL:
How can I find a Wonder Lake babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Wonder Lake, 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 Wonder Lake, 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 Wonder Lake, IL?
The average rate for Wonder Lake, IL babysitters on Care.com is $17.43 per hour as of December 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 Wonder Lake, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Wonder Lake, 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.