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Hi! My name is Caroline and I'm a cardiac nurse in Chicago. I graduated in May 2024 from Saint Mary's College and moved to East Lakeview. I'm originally from St. Louis, Missouri where I babysat for most of my teenage years and nannied during my college summers. I am interested in babysitting a couple times a week so please let...
Caroline can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been a childcare professional for 15+ years for all kinds of children from infants to families of five. My love for taking care of others and lightening their load motivates my work. I consider myself a sunny and generous person and it is my goal to make a profound positive impact on the lives of the families I care for....
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi my name is Jillian! I have 7 years of experience with children! I just had my own daughter in April! I have had experience with children of all ages(infant-14)! I love to go on adventures and take time to be outside! I also like arts and crafts and find myself to be pretty creative. I am fully vaccinated and have CPR...
Jillian can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Yannik G.
Chicago, IL
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
I was a teacher's helper at my synagogue for 2 and a half years and then I was a camp counselor for 4 years and an intern at my college's early care education center. I am most comfortable working with kids 3-5 years old but I am willing to work with anyone.
Yannik can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Jacquelynn B.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jacquelynn, but I generally go by Jacque or Jax. This is my first time using a site like this, but I have been working as babysitter/mommy's helper since I was 12 years old. Starting in high school, I have taken up several jobs in childcare or working with children for almost 10 years. This includes daycare worker,...
Jacquelynn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 25 years experience working with children of all ages, as a mother of 2 teen children myself, well let's just say I've been around the block before. love going for walk, singing, puzzles, and roller skating. I come with great recommendations. I would love to lend a helping hand to families in need of extra help.
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Lauren S.
Frankfort, IL
$15-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. Hi my name is Lauren! I am 23 years old. I have more then 10 years of babysitting, I nanny when I'm not in school too, currently I'm a runner and swimmer, I am as swim instructor at lock port park district I also work at the before and after care for...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hello! I'm Raven, I have five years of experience working with infants to toddlers to middle aged kids also children on the spectrum and I absolutely love caring for them. I'm calm natured, gentle, responsive, child-led, and love being outside. I'm experienced and comfortable with attuning to infant to middle aged children cues,...
Raven can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Mariellen, and I am a patient, fun, and caring person with passionate energy for kids. I have 7 years experience in childcare. I have been a nanny, babysitter, overnight caretaker & family helper to several families with whom I still keep in touch often! Additionally, I have been a substitute, assistant, and lead teacher...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Grace T.
Chicago, IL
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hii! Looking For A House Manager Or Head Nanny Position! Would Love To Grow & Get To Know Ur Family
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun and kind
I like working with kids because it truly give me so much joy to see kids grow and learn with them
I'm looking for a job that I can make a difference in a family's life. I have house managed and nanny for almost 10 years now
I started working with kids when I was just 12...
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Krasimira, I have experience with any age children, I started babysitting when I was 16. My first job was at a day care with children from ages 2 to 8, as a helper. I helped teachers with teaching, reading stories to the kids, lunch time, and putting the kids to sleep. I enjoyed everyday being with those kids....
Krasimira can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Krasimira was our favorite babysitter. She started babysitting our boy when he was 14 months until 2 years. She showed our family that we can trust her. She always came on time, prepared his meal, did the kids laundry, and always knew how to make him laugh....
Hrisi C.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi , currently working as a house manager and organizer , I am looking for a part time nanny position , experienced and references available . More than 15 years of nanny / babysitter experiences . Clean record driving , If you need an extra hands running your house let me know , I am helping families to maintain their home and...
Gilda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I met Gilda in 2007 when she applied for a position in the kids hair cut salon I was the manager. Since we hired her, she was enthusiastic, very positive attitude towards coworkers and customers. Always punctual and when required she was willing to stay extra time...
Cryspa B.
I have 12 years experience as a part time babysitter, including 4 years as a Domestic Assistant where I was responsible for morning, afterschool, weekend, and some overnight child care, as well as housekeeping and errands. I have cared for all ages except infants, and up to 3 kids at once. I am extremely trustworthy, punctual,...
Bailey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Many years of babysitting experience, day camp helper, gymnastics coach, and a degree in early childhood education
Clara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I started as a mothers helper when I was in elementary school and became an aunt at age 11! At age 16 I became a nanny. I have been a nanny or weekend babysitter ever since. I have spent the last year and a half working with adults with special needs and have a lot of experience in that area. I'm starting a new chapter in my...
Victoria can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding a mother's helper
What type of mother’s helpers services can I find near me in Oak Lawn, IL?
In a lot of cases mother’s helpers take on many of the same babysitter duties that a normal babysitter does. A mother’s helper can help with homework, can supervise children, and can even do light housework. The biggest difference between a sitter and a mother’s helper is typically their age. Usually, a mother’s helper is a “babysitter in training” who isn’t old enough to be alone in a home with children, but can help keep an eye on children while parents are nearby while taking some time to themselves. Review 2 profiles to see which responsibilities mother’s helpers near you are happy to take on.
How can I find mother’s helpers near me in Oak Lawn, IL?
Thanks to babysitting websites like Care.com, it’s easy to find qualified babysitters online near you, including mother’s helpers. You can search through Care.com profiles to find a mother’s helper who has the experience you’re looking for and can help tackle the top babysitting duties on your list in Oak Lawn, IL. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.
How much does it cost to hire a mother’s helper near me in Oak Lawn, IL in March, 2025?
Similar to babysitting rates, mother’s helpers rates can vary based on different factors like their years of experience or where you live. Typically, mother’s helper rates near you start at $17.50.