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60 babysitters are listed in Wood Dale, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Wood Dale, IL
Katarzyna W.
Elk Grove Village, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Energetic, Honest And Fully Dedicated Nanny
4.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm currently looking part-time family for an afternoon hours. I have over 10 years of experience taking care of children from new born to 10 years old. My first job was to take care of two beautiful girls, ages of 2 and 4. I was working full-time and performed duties, such as cooking, laundry, light housekeeping, crafts,...
Katarzyna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kate was very prompt in responding to our queries and showed up on time for the interview. We and our son loved her."
Jahnavi V.
Sharayah G.
Bloomingdale, IL
$48/hr • 10 yrs exp
Have Over 10+ Years Working With/caring For Children Ranging From Infancy To Teens.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I realize trusting the care of your children with anyone can be a bit scary, so I make it a point to build trust with my clients and their children. It's important to me that both the parents and children feel comfortable with me, and I strive to be approvable and friendly at all times.
Sharayah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We've worked with Sharayah for several months now and every experience has been great! She's always on time, listens well to what our daughter needs while we're away, and when we come back our daughter always raves about what a great time she had with Sharayah! "
Care member
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
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 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
First Aid
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.
Laura R.
Lombard, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have graduated from high school in May 2017. For the last 2 years of high school I was apart of my schools preschool program were I was a TA and an intern. I feel comfortable babysitting all ages and helping out around the house and such. I have experience in sitting babies, toddlers (including potty training), elementary age,...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for 5 years. I worked as a one on one companion with a child who has special needs for the past 3 years. I enjoy playing games with the kids and am very adaptable to meet schedule needs.
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her. "
Ling L.
5.0
(1)
I'm currently working as a registered behavioral technician for kids with Autism. And I would love to help out any family that I can in my spare time. I am also CPR certified! My pictures are from working with kiddos in clinics
Maddie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She watched our two boys and dog outside of care.com. She was a great asset to our family and was very active with the kids. She is attentive and polite. Would highly recommend."
Elizabeth L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a resident of the River Forest/Oak Park area for a long time and I'd love to offer my babysitting services to the community. I am the eldest child in my family and I've always babysat my two younger brothers who are currently in their teens. In addition to babysitting gigs, I also taught Sunday school for my church in...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Natalie watched our puppy healing with a broken leg FT for 2 full weeks. She was on time or early every day, took amazing care of our pup and was incredibly pleasant to work with. She also came through at the last minute to watch our dog and our 4 year old daughter...
Megan H.
Alesha S.
Des Plaines, IL
$21-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hiya! My name is Alesha. I've been working with kids since I was 14 but, I've been watching my siblings and family/friend's kid since I was 10. l am a mother and dog owner. I love working with children of all ages. I enjoy being active, e. g, going outside, making crafts, and playing games with the children I watch. In addition...
Alesha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alesha has been caring for our daughters for almost 3 years now. I cant say enough great things about her. Due to COVID, we are not able to give her enough hours so it breaks our hearts to see her go. She is always on time, dependable, knowledgeable and just has a...
Michelle R.
Margaret O.
Elmwood Park, IL
$25-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maggie. I am 27 years old. I have worked as a Teacher at Little Jewels Learning Center. I have also nannied for multiple families that have become like family over the years.
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maggie was a terrific nanny. She was with our family for over a year, before heading to college. She worked for us 4 days a week, extended hours when needed, and was always on time. My kids (1 & 3 when she started; now 2 & 4) loved her. She took my 3-year old to...
Mary B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have roughly 4 years of experience with watching after children. I can help with picking up or dropping off places. I am able to help with homework, chores, errands, and any other things you may need. I'm a junior in college with a major in early childhood education. I love to be around children, they make me feel happy...
Charleton can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We've hired several nannies and babysitters through care.com and Charleton (Charlie) is among the best. Beyond the basics and connecting well with our 2 boys (6&11), she did a number of little things that showed her professionalism and maturity. Examples include...
Tamara B.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm a dedicated and nurturing nanny with 4 years of professional experience caring for children. As a proud mother of four wonderful grown children aged 31 to 48, I understand the importance of a loving and supportive environment for kids to thrive. My approach focuses on fostering creativity, education, and fun while...
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sara is a very gentle, very intelligent, and a very likeable person who really has a lot of experience in caring for children. She was always punctual and willing to work around our schedule. She was very interactive with my baby and was very enthusiastic about...
Harsharan B.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Stacey is great! She is taking care of our two boys and they love her."
Kasia P.
Giovana S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$24-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced And Caring Nanny Available For Full-Time Childcare
5.0
(1)
As a dedicated and reliable nanny with 9 years of experience, I have cared for children ranging from infants to pre-teens. I am known for my strong organizational skills, nurturing nature, and ability to build meaningful relationships with the families I work with. I am seeking a position where I can utilize my expertise and...
Giovana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Giovana is reliable, responsible and lovely caregiver to my kids, I truly recommend her, she has a great background and large experience with kids. "
Care member
Yarelis O.
Mount Prospect, IL
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'm an enthusiastic nanny who loves child care, I have years of experience raising 2 children of my own and would love to meet yours soon! I can understand English if you talk to me slow, thanks! I am also fully vaccinated, including my booster shot!
Yarelis can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Yarelis really takes time to listen to what I would like in my family and what the family would like in her as a nanny. I have joined her in our family and treat her like family, which is exactly what I wanted. I recommend her for anyone looking to make their lives...
Liliana G.
Mimi S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Mimi. I currently attend UIC and am in my last semester of Teaching of History to become a high school teacher. I have worked on and off babysitting, lifeguarded for 2 years, and worked as a chef instructor for elementary aged kids.
Mimi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good communication on status. There were a few discipline issues...
Dorothy I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have multiple years of experience, from caring for my own siblings (3 younger siblings), to a certified Autism Behavior Technician for a year. I am very hands on and love being adventurous with my kiddos, but also love to just provide company and be there for my kids. I am experienced with feeding bottles and changing diapers,...
Rheane can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Suha Z.
Des Plaines, IL
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(24)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Exceptionally caring and loving. Great role model for the kids. Loves what she does and we love her!"
Sunny N.
Urszula K.
Hoffman Estates, IL
$25-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
Trustworthy Babysitter, Great Housekeeper And Senior Caregiver
4.0
(4)
Qualified Cleaning lady with proven track record in maintaining clean, orderly, and safe environments. Successfully managed various cleaning tasks, ensuring client satisfaction and pristine living spaces. Demonstrated attention to detail and effective time management in every assignment.
Professional caregiver with keen ability...
Urszula can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ula cared for my now 6 year-old and 3-year-old sons since 2011. She provided exceptional care. She was creative, kind and always willing to spend time outdoors, which was very much appreciated.
My husband and I trusted her completely. Because Ula is a mother...
Caitlin R.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With 10 years of expertise's in the childcare field I feel that I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and caring person.
As the...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I was really nervous as this was the first time I booked with Melissa, but as soon as I met her I was totally relaxed. My first impression - she was absolutely brilliant, caring & over all a sweetheart I would definitely use her again. My one-year-old and...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Wood Dale, IL
Katarzyna W.
3.0
We had conducted a phone interview with Kate and really liked her. I had checked three out of four of her references. The fourth reference was a wrong number. Kate was supposed to call us to set up a visit so she could meet our daughters and conduct a second interview. She never called us back.
- Kathleen K.
Sharayah G.
5.0
We've worked with Sharayah for several months now and every experience has been great! She's always on time, listens well to what our daughter needs while we're away, and when we come back our daughter always raves about what a great time she had with Sharayah!
- Care member
Corinne C.
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 be apart of the family and we are...
- Elissa K.
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.
Kaitlin B.
5.0
Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her.
- Ling L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Wood Dale, IL:
How can I find a Wood Dale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Wood Dale, 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 11 babysitters in Wood Dale, 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 Wood Dale, IL?
The average rate for Wood Dale, IL babysitters on Care.com is $21.91 per hour as of March 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 Wood Dale, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Wood Dale, 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.