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60 infant babysitters are listed in Lake Forest, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years
Infant babysitters in Lake Forest, IL
Evelin G.
Lake Forest, IL
$16-21/hr
As a baby sitter, I am nurturing, responsible, and dependable, with a natural ability to connect with kids and create a safe, enjoyable environment. My focus is on attending to their basic needs, such as easy meal preparation, playtime, and maintaining routines, while ensuring their safety and well-being. I bring creativity and...
Evelin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Mery B.
Lake Forest, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Dedicated And Creative / Experience In Multi Age Babysitting
With three years of experience caring for children, I am passionate about creating a safe, stimulating, and loving environment where they can thrive. Having cared for multiple children at once from babies to preteens. I am highly adaptable and skilled in managing different needs, personalities, and developmental stages...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello!
My name is Kate M., and I am a 22-year-old senior at the University of Dayton. I am passionate about caring for children and animals, and I have over 8 years of experience in childcare, including working with infants and children of all ages.
This summer, I have full availability to dedicate to providing excellent...
Katharine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for 3 couples before, 2 with two children under the ages of 5, 1 with an 8-year-old, and all with pets. I love playing in creative ways with children, helping with homework if I need to, and making sure each child feels safe in their homes with me. I will happily work during the summer and during the day for the...
Kristina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
Currently, I am available for part-time work and occasional needs. Come august, and autumn time, I will begin to have more availability. Pet care is something I can offer as well.
For over four years, I worked as a full-time career Nanny. For 12 years, I have worked as a regular babysitter. I have grown up on...
Jacqui can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jacqui is really good with our son. She thinks of different parks and museums to take him to and always thinks about what he might need. He looks forward to their time together. "
Stephanie B.
Hi everyone!!! My name is Ella and I just graduated from the University with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I recently moved back home to Lake Forest where I will be until March when I will be going on a backpacking trip around Europe for 3 months! While I am home, I am looking for a consistent nannying job for a family who...
Ella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Laimute B.
Lake Forest, IL
$17-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Nanny, Housekeeper Available to Work
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Laima. I'm a nanny and housekeeper with many years of experience. I'm available for a full time or part time job (evenings and overnight). I have experience with cleaning, laundry, organizing, cooking, shopping, pet sitting, plant care, house sitting, all household errands. I have excellent North Shore...
Laimute can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Erik R.
Lake Forest, IL
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a patient, friendly, and experienced childcare provider. My positive experiences in previous babysitting roles motivated me to pursue a career in childcare. I find great joy in making a positive impact on children's lives and supporting families by providing a reliable care option.
With eight years of experience, I'm...
Hello there, my names Ashley I'm 25 years old, I'm looking for a part time nannying position . I am a student so in school from 9-5 Monday thru Friday. I have been babysitting since the age of 14 for families around my neighborhood. I have tons of experience from ages 3 months, up till 15 years old, I've worked as a nannying, a...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Blossom A.
Lake Forest, IL
$25-33/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello my name is Blossom I am a nurturing and experienced childcare provider and a junior at Lake Forest College, proud of my Indigenous heritage. With five years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have a natural ability to connect with them. I am patient, calm, and creative, always striving to create a safe and...
Blossom can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Always positive and full of energy. Responsible, have experience working with twins and triplets, LOVE KIDS and watch them growing. Healthy lifestyle and being outdoor is part of my life. Looking for a long term job and to be part of the team.
Yaroslava can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified teacher of K-9th grade and a mom of 2 awesome teenagers. I have taught 4th, 2nd and 1st grades and worked part-time in a special needs preschool. love playing with kids and encouraging them to learn, grow, explore, and have fun. I prefer being active -- getting outside, going to the park and exploring nature. I...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I cared for my nephew and niece and as a job I cared for a baby in Italy. I was working as a teacher of English and Italian in elementary schools and at foreign language courses. I worked as a tutor for a long time. My students have shown great success. I'm tutoring ESL (English as second language), Italian, French,...
5.0
"Marina is great with our preschool students. She has a great attitude and work ethic, is always on time, and is so friendly. She is a gem!"
Terese M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a creative and compassionate babysitter/nanny with years under my belt cultivating children's innate creativity and free spirits. I have worked with infants, toddlers, and children for over seven years. Every child is filled with energy but their needs are unique so I always like to tailor my approach to each child so that...
Natalia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Claire A.
Lake Forest, IL
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider driven by a genuine passion for nurturing the growth and development of young minds. With three years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for two children, ranging in age from infants to preteens. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to connect with...
Hi there! My name is Martha and I am a sophomore at the College of Lake County. I am the youngest of 12 and while I never had younger siblings, I am the proud aunt of 8 nieces and nephews aged 8yrs-3 months, and godmother to two of them.
I am adventurous, fun, friendly and patient, and I promise to provide the best care for your...
Martha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Pollyanna, I'm 31yo.
I have plenty of experience with infants.
I'm certified as a Newborn Care Specialist and looking forward to helping families with their little ones.
I'm dependable, fun-loving and patient.
I'm married and have a fur baby
-Speak English, Portuguese and some Spanish
-CPR-First Aid certified
Pollyanna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Pollyanna has taken care of our 7 month old who loves her! She is very sweet and does a great job at playing with our little one. Pollyanna also does light housekeeping which has been such a huge help! She will become a great addition to any family!"
Ashley C.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Tina
I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 8 years, including 1 year looking after special needs child , 2 years looking after 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , looking after newborn baby twins (premature) for an year.
Have a primary school teacher degree and CPR. Also worked as a...
Klimentina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Klimentina was referred as a nanny to us from a friend of ours. She was our choice as a nanny out of 17 candidates. We made the best decision choosing her.
Klimentina is an outgoing, responsible and tidy Nanny, that we highly recommend. She is reliable ,fun and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Available Mondays - Thursdays from 8 a.m. - 5PM; occasional Fridays
I'd describe myself as a caring, friendly, and patient babysitter with previous experience watching infants (~3 Mo.) through middle school-aged children. I also had other nanny jobs which included the following responsibilities: changing diapers, feeding,...
Kristen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kristen was very responsible and helpful with my daughter. She came prepared to play and do fun projects every time she came to visit. Her expertise in arts and painting came in handy with building my daughter’s creativity as well. She is always so upbeat and...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Most recently, I nannied an infant full time from the time she was 8 weeks until she turned a year old. I then nannied 3 kids ages 4-9 part time while in undergrad. Since then, I've had a job in research for two years before moving to the North Chicago area to pursue my graduate degree. I'm looking for a full time nanny job...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Erin is great with kids, trustworthy, and reliable! We are always so thrilled when she is free to watch our children!"
Maggie F.
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, IL
Jacqui Z.
5.0
Jacqui is really good with our son. She thinks of different parks and museums to take him to and always thinks about what he might need. He looks forward to their time together.
- Stephanie B.
Marina P.
5.0
Marina is great with our preschool students. She has a great attitude and work ethic, is always on time, and is so friendly. She is a gem!
- Terese M.
Pollyanna P.
5.0
Pollyanna has taken care of our 7 month old who loves her! She is very sweet and does a great job at playing with our little one. Pollyanna also does light housekeeping which has been such a huge help! She will become a great addition to any family!
- Ashley C.
Klimentina G.
5.0
Klimentina was fantastic! Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on our baby’s activities. Highly recommend!
- Care member
Kristen F.
5.0
Kristen was very responsible and helpful with my daughter. She came prepared to play and do fun projects every time she came to visit. Her expertise in arts and painting came in handy with building my daughter’s creativity as well. She is always so upbeat and smiling. She’s was a delight to work...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Lake Forest, IL
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Lake Forest, IL in April, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Lake Forest have rates starting at $21.38.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Lake Forest, IL?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 16 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Lake Forest, IL?
There are 16 infant babysitters near you in Lake Forest, IL. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.
Ratings for Lake Forest, IL infant babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Infant Babysitters in Lake Forest, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters.