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Katharine M.

Fun Babysitter Looking To Help Over Winter Break!

Lake Forest, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Kate M., and I am a 22-year-old graduate from 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. I am responsible, reliable, and enthusiastic about creating a safe and...
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Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a retired nurse, Doula and have a Bachelors Degree in Health Education. I have many years experience in caring for infants and children and truly love them. I love to help and support families with children.

Caroline N. says "Julie Is the sweetest woman ever! She will love on your kids like they are her own. She is very knowledgeable and always has great parenting advice. My...

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Smile Creator

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Errands. I am comfortable around any type of pet. I have worked with infants and older children. I recently graduated from CSU and am now living in Chicago. Whether you want me to hangout at your house or take your kids on adventures I am there! I am...

Emily B. says "Kelsey has been so great with our kids, and great to work with! We found her when we needed last minute care and then came through for us when our full...

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Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi, I am a mother of two. I have a 10-year-old daughter who is in 5th grade & have a 5-year-old son. I have worked with infants, toddlers, as well as older children(such as pre teens and teens). I meal prepped & have done light house cleaning as well. Drove some of the children to extra curricular activities. I have always loved...

Care Member says "It is an privilege to write this review for one of the best nanny's we have had the pleasure of working with! Luz has been such a wonderful asset to our...

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Sweet And Fun Sitter

Highland Park, IL

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
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

Ashley C. says "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...

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Child Care

Vernon Hills, IL

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My childcare experience began when I cared for my niece as an infant, she is now a teenager. Throughout middle and high school, I took on various babysitting jobs, including one summer where I cared full-time for two girls around ages 8-10. More recently, I have gained additional experience through babysitting opportunities...

Sharlie W. says "Kourtney did a really good job with my two kids she did everything I asked and beyond my kids loved her so much they didnt want her to leave."

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Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a mother of twins one of whom has autism and with 15 years of professional nanny experience. They are both attending college now. As a mother myself, I understand the hard, important and difficult decision of finding someone to trust enough to give you that peace of mind knowing that your children are in great capable hands...

Care Member says "She is skilled, reliable, trustworthy, warm and kind"

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Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there! I'm an experienced and enthusiastic nanny who loves childcare. I started out babysitting then made my way into daycares where I worked with infants, toddlers and school age kids. 12 years later and I have built myself up into a professional full time nanny. I love working with children and enjoy taking on any or all...

Tracey C. says "Maria started working with us when our son was 3 months old and she remained his nanny until recently when he turned 5 years old. Over these 5 years,...

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Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there, My name is Jeehan, I have 15 yrs. of experience working with kids. I am an assistant teacher at daycare. I worked with infants, toddlers and preschoolers at daycare school. Taking care of children has always been my passion. I love working with children and I adore them a lot. Children are delightful gift from God. I...

Ann K. says "Jeehan is upbeat, warm, friendly and dependable. She was the first nanny I hired for my 3 mth daughter. I was a new mom and experienced a large amount of...

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Hi! I Am An Experienced Babysitter And I Enjoy Taking Care Of Kids! I'm Very Responsible And Caring!

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Jelayne. I'm 21 years old and I'm in my third year of college. I have two dogs & a chameleon and I enjoy doing creative activities! I am an experienced and caring nanny with a passion for working with children! With over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, I understand...

Katie D. says "She has been the perfect fit for our family. She is kind, patient, reliable, and fun! She primarily cares for our 19 month-old daughter. She takes her...

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Experienced Babysitter Available Starting November!

Libertyville, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and I absolutely love it. I think kids are amazing, and I love getting to spend time with them and getting to know them. I have done it all, from casual babysitting for a single evening to full-day nannying, for infants through 14 years old. Now, I teach 5th grade full time, but...
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North Chicago, IL

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Bringing joy and nurturing growth to children is my passion. With five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, I offer a safe and engaging environment. My background includes early childhood development coursework and experience as a certified teacher. I am comfortable caring for up to...
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Glencoe, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a genuine passion. My five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, have solidified my commitment to fostering their growth and development. I have a college degree and am comfortable caring for one child at a time. I am patient,...
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Buffalo Grove, IL

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$21/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds is truly a passion of mine. My many years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, have equipped me with the skills to create a fun and safe environment. I hold a college degree in speech language and hearing sciences from IU and have completed Early Child Development...
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Buffalo Grove, IL

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$35/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm a nurturing and dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's development. My journey in childcare began with babysitting and evolved into a fulfilling career spanning three years. I hold a college degree and am a Certified Nursing Assistant with First Aid and CPR training. Being patient, creative,...
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Early Childhood Teacher Available For Babysitting

Mundelein, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a mother of 4 and grandmother to 1. I have experience babysitting infants through teenage. I have had CPR training. I have also worked as a preschool teacher. I was in charge of up to 20 4-year-old. I have experience with epi-pen, nebulizer, physical and cognitive disabilities. I also have experience with insulin, sugar...
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Vernon Hills, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Talia and I am the oldest of four kids! I am currently a senior at The University of Kansas! I have been a nanny since freshman year of high school in the Overland Park area for 3 children, while babysitting multiple families since well before then and throughout the years. I love kids and just hanging out and getting...
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Mundelein, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Sabrina and I'm a recent nursing graduate currently in the onboarding process to begin working at Northwestern Medicine. I am CPR/First Aid certified and have experience caring for infants and toddlers. I enjoy creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children through play, reading, outdoor...
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Mundelein, IL

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$23/hr
6 years experience
SUMMER HELP ONLY! Hi! I'm Haley, I have my Bachelor's in Elementary Education. I have hands-on experience working with kids through student teaching, tutoring, and babysitting. I love planning fun, educational activities and helping children learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. I'm dependable, energetic, and...
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Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am a college educated mother who can speak English, Mandarin and Cantonese. I have been helping different families with infants starting from 1-month-old for about 10 years. All families are very satisfied with my extensive work experience and commitment. I am currently helping one family for 2 days weekly and looking into an...
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  • 60 infants child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of April 2026

Recent infant child care reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, IL

Infants Child Care in Lake Forest, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care

Juliana S.

Julie Is the sweetest woman ever! She will love on your kids like they are her own. She is very knowledgeable and always has great parenting...

- Caroline N.

Kelsey M.

Kelsey has been so great with our kids, and great to work with! We found her when we needed last minute care and then came through for us...

- Emily B.

Luz M.

It is an privilege to write this review for one of the best nanny's we have had the pleasure of working with! Luz has been such a wonderful...

- Care member

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Lake Forest, IL

If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Lake Forest, IL to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Lake Forest, IL, is $25.00.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Lake Forest, IL by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with

The infant child care services available near you in Lake Forest, IL can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.

To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Lake Forest, IL, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.

When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Lake Forest, IL, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.

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