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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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.
Elizabeth H.
Arlington Heights, IL
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Howdy! I Go By Liz And I Am A Singer, Songwriter, Performer, Shining My Light On The Community!
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as creative, compassionate and optimistic
I like working with kids because they're kids! All kids are different, so it's always an adventure! They can be funny, entertaining, open to learning from the world around them, adventurous, curious, and life is always new and exciting around them.
I'm...
5.0
"My husband and I interviewed Elizabeth, and she was wonderful. She was very kind and energetic, and seemed to have a perfect amount of enthusiasm to keep up with, and entertain, kids. It seems that any family would be lucky to have her."
Brandi B.
5.0
(1)
I have been working as a sitter for a family since 2018 and am currently seeking a position as a nanny/sitter/tutor during the afternoon/evening hours. Thanks!
Over the years, I have held positions working with both preschool and school-age children as a babysitter, a nanny, a tutor in various subjects, and a driver to and...
Vanessa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"I hired Vanessa as my 1 year old daughter's babysitter. She is punctual, mature, responsible, kind and caring. She is also a great listener. She followed my instructions to a T. I have the utmost confidence in leaving my daughter in Vanessa's care."
Courtney J.
Margaret O.
Elmwood Park, IL
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maggie. I am 25 years old. I have worked as an Assistant Teacher at Little Jewels Learning Center, as a nanny for a family as well as a date night babysitter for local families. I am currently a nanny for a wonderful family but am still available for the occasional date nights you may need!
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maggie was a terrific nanny. She was with our family for over a year, before heading to college. She worked for us 4 days a week, extended hours when needed, and was always on time. My kids (1 & 3 when she started; now 2 & 4) loved her. She took my 3-year old to...
Mary B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families!
I'm so thrilled you are considering me to entrust the care of your children. I am often described as the child magnet, because kids naturally gravitate towards me at family events. I am the go-to babysitter enjoying my fun, creative and exciting spirit, while teaching and reciprocating respect, listening, and...
Carissa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carissa C. was a wonderful care taker for our newborn twin girls! She recently graduated from UCLA and is now a registered nurse with an emphasis in pediatrics. We were so lucky to have found her and hired her as a night nurse from the first week the girls came...
Larissa J.
Bethann B.
Skokie, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny Looking For A Full Time Job, And/or Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights & Weekend
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Beth-Ann and I have been blessed to have 25 years of experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers as a school professional and Nanny. The most important thing to me over the years has been to develop a healthy, working relationship with both the children and parents. Providing the time I spend with...
Bethann can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Livvia W.
Deerfield, IL
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Livvia, I am 22 years old. I have worked with many family's for date nights & a private sitter for newborn- 12yr., Ive been an after school sitter and worked for the local park districts after school program kids kindergarten-5th grade in the past. I do enjoy working for a family and caring for their kids on a more...
Livvia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Livvia has been a joy to have in our home watching our 1 and 4 year old kids. She's very attentive to our little one, follows directions without having to ask or remind her, and when she has a question, she asks! Our little one doesn't take to new people easily and...
Christopher A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm Juliana, I'm from Colombia and I am a Spanish teacher with over 4 years of experience as a nanny.
I am looking for a summer job, occasional babysitting, date nights and overnight care.
I have experience with infants, toddlers and school age children.
I am an active person, responsible, caring but strict, I am...
Juliana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Juliana as a temporary full-time nanny to bridge the gap between me going back to work (from home) and my 5 month old daughter starting daycare. She was very punctual, professional and kind. With her previous experiences nannying an infant, she was very...
Lauren C.
5.0
(1)
There are those that love children. Especially the little ones. Often they want to hold , cuddle, baby talk and give smiles to them. It is hard not to smile at a little one. Then, there are those that not only love children, but respect them. Regardless of their age, all children have a certain individuality that deserves to be...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We initially met Anna through mutual friends and they boasted on how well she was with kids. Once in a while we would need someone to care for our daughter and Anna always came through. We were told she has this amazing gift of relating to a child and making them...
Rhonda C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Flight Attendant for American Airlines.
I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I...
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Yes, males can be baby sitters as well. I've worked with youth and teens almost every year since graduating high school. During my undergrad college years I was the babysitter for all 5 of one of my professors kids, age ranged from 2-16. I also house-sat when they were gone for the summers. I graduated with my masters in...
Abraham can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. I also have 5 nieces and 2 nephews ranging from pre-teen to toddler, who I have cared for since they've been born, upon numerous occasions, so I have experience ranging from newborns to preteens.
I am a non smoker with my own vehicle. My boyfriend is a mechanic, so my car...
Kristine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kristine is great with kids. She has watched my 5 kids several times and I've never had any issues. My kids love her and always ask when she's coming back to babysit. She is very reliable. After going through other babysitters I find she is the BEST and I would...
Kelly R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nanny/babysitter living in Glenview, IL. After working for 20 years in a medical office, I decided I wanted to pursue other opportunities. So, I currently devote my time to working as a Hospice Volunteer for NorthShore University Health System as needed, plus I work various childcare positions. Working with children is an...
Martina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Martina was a full time nanny for our daughter from when she was 4 months old to when she was 14 months old, from October 2023 to August 2024.
Martina is absolutely wonderful and it was so lovely to have her in our home. Martina is very calm, positive, dedicated...
Lorraine C.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
* only available for date night sitter/ booking request *
thank you so much!
Member since 2016.
About me:
I'm a reliable & easy going person. I commit myself to every family I work with and try hard to create a very strong relationship with the kids to make them feel safe. I enjoy doing arts & crafts, music, books &...
Isadora can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Issa is an AWESOME nanny. My kids really like her, and as a professional single mom who travels having Issa is a lifesaver?"
Kenyette Tish B.
Danielle C.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
I live in Jefferson Park (Chicago), and am looking to be a date night sitter for a wonderful family! I have a BA in Music from Syracuse University, and I was a certified music teacher in Massachusetts. I've been a lifeguard, taught swim lessons and worked with kids in camp settings for many summers and years since I was 18 years...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Danielle babysat for us for a date night. She was punctual, communicative, friendly, easy going, and highly attentive. I was a bit nervous about the whole thing, and she offered to text me every half hour to let me know how things were going and she did! She was...
Sara H.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a university graduate who has long-term experience as an infant nanny/newborn care specialist, night nurse, personal assistant, and house manager.
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah did a wonderful job watching our 3 month old twin daughters! She made us feel so comfortable and sent fun updates while we were out. We will definitely hire Hannah again in the future!"
Care member
3.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jordan. I am 27 years old.
I babysat for two little girls from the time they were both born until they moved away.
I would watch them whenever I was needed from early morning to even overnights.
I played with them , took them to the park, helped with homework and nap time.
I have also baby sat for two older...
Jordan can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
(2)
Hi,
My name is Diana and I am fun, creative and easy going. I have over 15 years of experience working as a nanny. I have nanny for children from the age of 2 weeks old, toddlers, twins up to 12 years in age which has included infant, twins, toddlers. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am a certified IDSA sleep consultant. use...
Diana can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Diana is very dependable and always great with our kids!"
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
- Currently nannying FT
I started babysitting in my teens. I babysat neighborhood kids and family. Now at the age of 30 I have been a nanny in the Chicagoland suburbs for over 7 years, as well as a occasional and weekend babysitter for 9 years. Most of my experience has been with babies, toddlers, and early school age kids. I...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Bridget. She is extremely dependable, punctual and gracious. She has watched our son from 8-5pm on Monday-Friday when he was 6 months of age until 14 months of age, a total of 10 months. She is very attentive, plays music and...
Kelly M.
5.0
(1)
I am a caregiver for seniors, adults with disabilities, and children. I am available for night shift on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. I am not available for day shift . I have excellent references, especially from the company I currently work for that I've been with for five years . I've also worked for at least a dozen families...
Dorothy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Shanae is experienced, dependable, and great with kids. She has watched our son for us since he was just a few months, and now she does a great job with him (3) and our 9 month old daughter. "
Anna U.
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Recent overnight babysitter reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL
Nancy J.
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 comfortable with her, she feels like...
- Jc B.
Elizabeth H.
5.0
My husband and I interviewed Elizabeth, and she was wonderful. She was very kind and energetic, and seemed to have a perfect amount of enthusiasm to keep up with, and entertain, kids. It seems that any family would be lucky to have her.
- Brandi B.
Vanessa C.
5.0
I hired Vanessa as my 1 year old daughter's babysitter. She is punctual, mature, responsible, kind and caring. She is also a great listener. She followed my instructions to a T. I have the utmost confidence in leaving my daughter in Vanessa's care.
- Courtney J.
Margaret O.
5.0
Maggie was a terrific nanny. She was with our family for over a year, before heading to college. She worked for us 4 days a week, extended hours when needed, and was always on time. My kids (1 & 3 when she started; now 2 & 4) loved her. She took my 3-year old to and from school twice a week, with my...
- Mary B.
Carissa C.
5.0
Carissa C. was a wonderful care taker for our newborn twin girls! She recently graduated from UCLA and is now a registered nurse with an emphasis in pediatrics. We were so lucky to have found her and hired her as a night nurse from the first week the girls came home from the hospital. Carissa C. is...
- Larissa J.
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FAQs for finding an overnight babysitter near you in Des Plaines, IL
How can I find an overnight babysitter near me in Des Plaines, IL that I trust?
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How much do you pay a babysitter to stay overnight near me in Des Plaines, IL?
Overnight babysitters in Des Plaines, IL start at $18.67, but the exact cost of hiring a babysitter to stay overnight can vary based on each sitter’s years of experience and qualifications.
What babysitter duties do overnight babysitters near me in Des Plaines, IL take on?
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