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60 in-home babysitters are listed in Palatine, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby in-home babysitters is 3 years
In-home babysitters in Palatine, IL
5.0
(4)
Hello there! My name is Vasiliki. I am located in the Portage Park area. I've been taking care of children for over 28 years. Having 8 children myself all grown up now. As well as past experience working in a home daycare. I can provide references upon request. I have experience from two months to eight years of age. I can...
5.0
"Vasiliki is so amazing with my child. She treats him like her own and that's hard to find nowadays. He's always talking about her and the fun they have along with the other children. He always cries when he leaves there! He always asks me "mommy when are we going...
Kiki K.
Maryann H.
Chicago, IL
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 25-year-old female college student. I have been babysitting since a very young age for siblings and family members, and at the age of 16 outside of my home. I truly am passionate about caring for children, it is in my nature to ensure their needs and safety as well. My care experience age range is from newborns to...
Yecenia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"She is the best! She is amazing with my two girls and always on time. She responds quickly and is very professional. Highly recommend!"
Alexa E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am childcare professional with over 15 years of experience in the childcare field. I have accumulated valuable child care skills and knowledge while working in classrooms, summer camps, and private in home settings with children ranging from 3 months old to 12 years of age. I am highly dedicated to fostering nurturing...
Lucy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Great with kids, worked in a daycare center and personal babysitter."
Jennifer W.
5.0
(1)
My name is Deborah, I was a stay at home Mom for my 2 children who are now in College. I love children and am able to help out with all things child related. I also was a nanny for 2 years prior to having children of my own. I currently work part time but have a lot of flexibility in my schedule. I am married and have lived in...
Deborah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Deb was so responsive, went out of her way to set up calls and confidential texting and was a true pleasure to speak with. I would highly recommend her!"
Erin G.
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.
Dejah S.
River Forest, IL
$44/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dejah and I am a recent graduate from Concordia University Chicago. I am now a graduate student at Rush University going for my MSN. I've have had many experiences with children, babysitting often as well as working in a child care center and home daycare professionally. I am very active, fun and playful but, I...
Dejah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dejah took care of our 6 yr old girl and 5 yr old boy for 2 weeks when she had a break from her regular nanny position. She is fantastic in so many ways and would definitely hire her again."
Perry G.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I moved to Chicagoland in October 2021 pursuing a Master of Science in Community Nutrition and Public Health and completion of a dietetic internship. Excitingly, I finished my masters December 2022 and decided to make Chicagoland my forever home. Prior to graduate school, I achieved a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics (2021) and...
Munirih can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Munirih was very kind and made our 17 month old son feel very comfortable from the start. We would work with her again."
Joseph A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello(: My name is Sophia. I am 25 years old and pursuing my degree in Teaching and Ministry. I have just returned home from teaching in Honduras for the past two years. I taught 2nd and 6th grade. As well as teaching the kids I also mentored and led a drama club as well as a values club. I have been babysitting sense I was 15...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia was such an amazing nanny to our baby girl. She looked after her from 3 months to 7 months and was exceptional. She was patient, kind, and always willing to help out in any way she could. She was a great teacher and sang, read, danced and walked with her...
Jamie M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
my name is Halima I'm Muslim I have 2 kids 23 and 18 I've been a babysitter and nanny for about 17 years all ages including an infant. I love to be with kids because they took me out from my daily routine and I love to live in their funny little world. I have my GED high school diploma I speak and write French Arabic and English...
Halima can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Halima was very dependable and flexible. She played with the kids, but she also made sure they did their homework. I highly recommend her."
Liana K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Please consider me when looking for child or senior care. I am a loving and caring person. Have several years of caring for kids (8) and for seniors 12 +)I am willing to be a companion, light cleaning and cooking. I'm a response person who
Is always on time. My current fee is $18. 00 an hour. Looking for 2 days a week anywhere...
Matina can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Matina took care of our 3.5 month old son until he was 7.5 months. She is very caring and sweet and we always felt comfortable with her taking care of him. She is always punctual, actually always early and reliable. We highly recommend her! Unfortunately we needed...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If you are looking for a very responsible, reliable, and fun babysitter to take care of your child at her home while you are at work, running errands, or enjoying some time off... THAT'S ME!!
(For care at your place, the hours will be as indicated on my profile, with room to accommodate your needs)
I am a mother of two children:...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I can’t say enough wonderful things about Cynthia. She’s been working with us for about a year now, helping to care for our 3 young kids (4, 2, infant). The kids light up when she comes over. Each day she carefully plans out various activities for them based on...
Courtney S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Ariona, I am 30 years old and the mother to a beautiful 5 yo daughter who is growing way too fast.
As a mother myself, I know how hard it can be to juggle caring for your child or children, working, and making sure your home is neat and tidy- especially during this pandemic. I am here to help with...
Ariona can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Ariona is my wife and I am beyond blessed to have her as the mother of my daughter. Usually parents will bicker about how one parent does their parenting but I couldn't think of a single thing to say other than the fact that Ariona was born to work with kids and...
Joe M.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have 2 set of twin daughters 6 and 1.2 year olds. I'm a full time mom and Luisa have helped me out a lot in nannying my babies. She comes 3 days a week from 1-7pm and it's a huge help having her. I get my "me time" when she's in and I get errands done. I take my...
Irene F.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.
Madeline H.
Evanston, IL
$20-70/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 4. 55 GPA AP Student at ETHS and future Columbia University Student with 1 year of experience as a Mathnasium trained tutor, 3+ years of tutoring experience in all subjects, and 4+ years of babysitting experience. I specializes in math up to AP Calculus, but am also proficient in English and US History, with 5s on...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddy was punctual, attentive, and a lot of fun for our boys. She is a great sitter and gives us peace of mind while we are out."
Care member
Molly E.
Libertyville, IL
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Molly and I am currently finishing my first semester of college at the University of Colorado-Boulder. I have been babysitting since I was in 7th grade and worked as a summer nanny all of high school. I love finding fun activities to do with kids such as arts and crafts, exploring nature, baking, and swimming. I am...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Molly is great! She watched my two kids (B-7 and G-12) and they loved her. She took them to the park, made lunch, and hung with the kids all day. I came home to a clean house and happy, well-loved kids! "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am Adriana, I have a BS in Molecular Biology from Loyola University and currently doing my masters there in Bioinformatics. I have 6 years of paid experience with children. I used to be a dance teacher for toddlers and I also worked as a full-time nanny for a couple of families in the suburbs with babies and toddlers...
Adriana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Adriana has been an amazing nanny for our 6 month old! She is incredibly patient and kind and our daughter absolutely loves her. She is extremely attentive and made my husband and I feel completely comfortable leaving our daughter with her. She really has an...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 17years of experience working as a babysitter and a full-time nanny. I am open to long-term arrangements and I typically spend several years working with the same family. I am responsible, caring and I love helping children learn as they grow. In addition to caring for the children and providing homework...
Rocio can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rocio is the most reliable person in many aspects. We were so blessed to have her for last 2 years and have great respect for her work ethic and kindness.
She has helped with us with much flexibility in terms of work scope, as she genuinely tried to be as much...
Stella S.
Joanna W.
Elmwood Park, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Looking For A Full-time/Part-time Nanny/Babysitter Position
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a stay at home mom who is looking to take care of a child/children. I have an almost 4-year-old son who will be with me, play with your child and keep them company. I have been babysitting babies, toddlers, and school aged kids for over 20 years, also, I have experience working for families with multiple children. I truly...
Joanna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joanna took care of our two boys (8 and 3) for several weeknights while my husband and I were tied up with a project. She was punctual, capable and was at ease with the kids. It was a huge relief to find someone who could step in so easily to help us out!"
Molly J.
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Palatine, IL
Vasiliki B.
5.0
She has to be one of the sweetest care takers I have ever met! This makes sense as she has 8 kids of her own, amazing! Every time I would pick up my 16 month year old son, he would have a smile in his face and start laughing. She also makes homemade food like chicken noodle soup, this is especially...
- Vanessa A.
Maryann H.
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 spoke/ tutored our boys in Spanish...
- Kirk T.
Yecenia D.
5.0
If I could give Yecenia a million stars I would! She is so sweet and so knowledgeable. She has been watching our 14 month old since she was 3 months and is so incredibly sweet with her!
- Nicole B.
Lucy B.
5.0
Lucy loves and great with children.
I trusted her so much.
Would hire her again.
- Mirjam M.
Deborah G.
5.0
Deb was so responsive, went out of her way to set up calls and confidential texting and was a true pleasure to speak with. I would highly recommend her!
- Erin G.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Palatine, IL in November, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $21.50. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Palatine, IL help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 2 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Palatine, IL?
You can now find babysitters online in Palatine, IL with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 2 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.
Ratings for Palatine, IL in-home babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
In-Home Babysitters in Palatine, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed in-home babysitters.