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Find infant babysitters in Island Lake, IL that you’ll love

60 infant babysitters are listed in Island Lake, IL

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 9 years

Infant babysitters in Island Lake, IL

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Elizabeth C.


Island Lake, IL

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny/House Manager Available

5.0

(4)

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a caregiver in some fashion most of my life. I began watching children towards the end of grade school and continued babysitting until I graduated from high school. Shortly after graduation I earned a diploma as a medical assistant and went to work for a pediatrician. I supported myself in college working...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Liz cared for my three boys during the last school year. She was always on time and was very reliable. She was responsible for driving my kids to and from school and activities, and I never once worried about their safety. She managed our hectic and sometimes crazy...

Allie B.

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Nicole P.


Island Lake, IL

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years

4.5

(11)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting when I was 10. I have taken care of children of all ages newborn-teenage. I have worked as a babysitter but mostly as a full time nanny/ house manager. I have experience with multiples as well as special needs. I am also CPR/first-aid certified. I do not have children of my own but do have a niece and a...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nicole watched my dogs for an evening, fed them, gave them some attention, and kept them safe while I was out. She asked all the right questions and was very professional. "

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Alice C.


Island Lake, IL

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Position

Hi! My name is Alice, I have been babysitting/nannying for 14 years. I have a full time job and I am looking for occasional or reoccurring date night / weekend jobs!
Alice can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nathalie A.


Island Lake, IL

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time To Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old. I love kids! I am the oldest of three and have plenty of experience taking care of children. I am extremely family oriented. I am looking for a special family that I can babysit part time and/or occasionally for. I look forward to meeting you!
Nathalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Natalie was so great! It was the first time we hired a babysitter and she made us feel very comfortable leaving our babies! She kept us updated with pictures throughout the night. Definitely hiring her again :)!"

Dani K.

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Rebecca B.


Island Lake, IL

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Becca and I am 23 years old. I am looking for a summer nanny position. I am available June 12 through the beginning of August and I'm very flexible! have my associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I have 3+ years experience working in 2 different childcare centers. As well as 7 years experience babysitting...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Becca was great - showed up on time, was great with our kids - will definitely use her again. "

Matthew S.

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Correen K.


Algonquin, IL

$20-25/hr20 yrs exp

The Energetic Fun Baby Sitter!!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as energetic, outgoing and supportive. I started working with kids when I was very young.
Correen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Great with the kids and very responsive."

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Denise N.


Ingleside, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Available For Last- Minute And Full-Time Care.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 30 years of experience with newborns through teenagers. I'm patient, calm and committed to safety. I'm a non-smoker and comfortable with any pets in the home. My background check is available for you to see.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

4.0
"Denise was wonderful with my children. Always doing something new and fun."

Stacy L.

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Kate V.


Wauconda, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Kate V. is 34 years old and currently living in Wauconda, IL. Kate has been a nanny in the northwest suburbs of the Chicagoland area for over 10 years, as well as an occasional and weekend babysitter for 18 years. Most of her experience has been with toddler aged children and elementary aged, as young as newborn age and as old...
Kate can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Kate was very professional and well spoken. She got back to me right away with answers to my questions, and was easy to speak with."

Sara R.

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Samantha S.


Wauconda, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Samantha. With a decade of experience in childcare, my journey has been enriching and diverse. I embarked on this path as a TA in a daycare, where I discovered my passion for nurturing young minds. Since then, I've expanded my expertise to babysitting and nannying roles that I've embraced with enthusiasm. My...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Samantha is excellent with children and always makes sure they are getting the best care. She is good with all ages and you can always rely on her. She is great about being on time and even helps out in last minute situations. I would highly recommend! "

Kirstin D.

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Kendra H.


McHenry, IL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hey Everyone! My Name Is Kendra! I Can't Wait To Hopefully Help You Out

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...
Kendra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
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.

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Adriana S.


McHenry, IL

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

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: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Adriana is extremely dependable and great with communication! My kids love her and look forward to her coming to babysit! She is very responsible and also very kind. She has babysat for us several times and basically overall she is so awesome!"

Natalie B.

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Addison S.


Mundelein, IL

$13-21/hr2 yrs exp

Fun And Helpful Sitter

I have 2-3 years of experience babysitting young children. I can provide carpooling, housekeeping, laundry, help with online schooling, crafts, and provide a fun experience for your children! I am in college currently studying to become a nurse, so helping out anyone and everyone is what I love to do!
Addison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We've used Addi as a babysitter for our kids for the last 4 years. She was the first non-family member we left our first child with at only a few months old. After finding out our first son had special needs, we still relied on her to watch him and she has always...

Dana S.

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Amber C.


Algonquin, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience caring for children. I have been a nanny for various families with children of all ages, as well as a daycare teacher, substitute teacher, infant teacher, and public school preschool teacher. I worked for the same family for over four years, starting with two children ages 6 months and 2 years,...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Lisa D.


Barrington, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

College Graduate

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

(Bachelor Of Science In Therapeutic Recreation) & Health Care Professional Of 9 Years. I am a college graduate from Indiana University (2010) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Recreation and a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and CPR & First Aid...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Lisa to watch my 2 kids when we were on vacation in Kona. She was punctual and reliable and did a great job. The kids really liked her and we would definitely use her again!"

Jennifer O.

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Sara S.


Mundelein, IL

$25-28/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny/Babysitter Position

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Sara and I'm a full-time career nanny! I am looking for a date-night family and I'm hoping I can fill that role for you! I have 7 years of childcare experience with children between the ages of 6-weeks to 14 years old. I am Covid, flu, and Tdap vaccinated. I am CPR/First Aid certified! I have my own transportation...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Sara is so wonderful with our 3 little ones! She jumped right in with a hesitant 2 year old and had her laughing in no time. She is very confident and capable with our 6 month old and doesn't break a sweat when our 4 year old is added to the mix :) She is a clear...

Lindsey B.

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Alexandria D.


Grayslake, IL

$20-22/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced And Funny College Student Nanny!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Alexandria, and I'm a stay at home mom to a 1-year-old boy! I am hoping to find a position watching 1-2 children either at my home or yours along with my son. Prior to working in health care I worked full time as a nanny for 7 years. I mostly watched infants-toddlers/ preschool age kids, but also have watched...
Alexandria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alex took care of our daughter for 1.5 yrs - she became part of the family and took great care of our little girl from 8 months old to 2 yrs, and our newborn son from birth to 3 months! She is so kind, warm and always finds fun activities for the kids. Our little...

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Afsheen J.


Mundelein, IL

$25-50/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Afsheen. I am looking for a babysitting job near me. I live in Mundelein. I am 46 years old and have a lot of experience with kids. I have older kids of my own and can take in any challenge with any kid. I love kids and can't wait to babysit! I can pickup and drop off kids to there destination! I am available from...
5.0
"Afsheen is so warm, kind, and responsible, and we feel very lucky to have found her. She looked after our two-year-old twins during a weeklong trip and earned our (and their) trust quickly with her loving and joyful approach to child care. She sang, danced, and...

Alex S.

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Anna N.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Do It All

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Suzanne D.


Wauconda, IL

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Good morning everyone, I'm a schooled vet assistant as well as I have been in animal rescue for over 20 years, this is my passion. I watch your 4 legged children in my home where they get the proper care they deserve. I will send pictures as well as videos and they will not be in any danger with kennel cough as well as fights ....
Suzanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"WONDERFUL! An absolute delight. She was wonderful with the kids and the dogs. Prompt even though it was last min. and even brought me coffee! I would recommend her to anyone!"

Trevor F.

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Sarah R.


McHenry, IL

$25-28/hr2 yrs exp

Arts & Crafty Auntie

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Before becoming an aunt to two lovely little lasses, I spent a few years as a babysitter and subsequently became a nanny to three energetic boys before going to college. After focusing on my field of study, I craved childcare work again. I've worked with two lovely sisters as a mother's helper/part time nanny for 2 years most...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sarah's friendly, polite and professional manner made her very easy to work with. I have a 7 year old son and she was able to quickly show interest in what he was doing as she introduces herself to him. They hit it off without a hitch. The evening went smooth and...

Zachary W.

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Island Lake, IL

Elizabeth C.

5.0

Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive, resourceful and simply fantastic. She is always on top of things and makes sure our house is running smoothly. She is also an excellent cook and enjoys doing...

- Deborah Q.

Nicole P.

5.0

Nicole has always been amazing with the kids and very helpful and accommodating! She’s been able to help us in a pinch and is so sweet!

- Care member

Nathalie A.

5.0

Natalie is an excellent caregiver. We highly recommend Natalie.

- Kirsty E.

Rebecca B.

5.0

Becca was great - showed up on time, was great with our kids - will definitely use her again.

- Matthew S.

Correen K.

5.0

Great with the kids and very responsive.

- Care member

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Ratings for Island Lake, IL infant babysitters listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Infant Babysitters in Island Lake, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters.