"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent
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51 available last-minute babysitters in Des Plaines, IL
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Maya $19 per hour for 1 child
Hello! I am Maya! I am currently a sophomore at NEIU (Northeastern Illinois University). Currently I am offering child and animal care. I work at the Child Care Center at my college ! I work with 1-5 years olds. I’m a very caring and loving person. I have experience taking care of many children. I also used to be a lifeguard so I am trained in CPR and first aid! I love to cook and bake many things. I have one dog named Felix. I love to explore around Chicago and go on new adventures. I love doing art crafts as well. I used to be in the art program in my high school. I’m a very goal oriented girl!
Christine $25 per hour for 1 child
Susan $29 per hour for 1 child
My name is Susie. I am the mother of two teenage daughters and currently work as a substitute teacher at a Jk-12 grade private school and I teach children and adults painting and drawing at an art school. I am offering child care for children of all ages. I love caring for children and have been doing so in some capacity for the past 19 years. I am responsible, enthusiastic, creative, nurturing, empathetic, patient, highly attuned to the needs of an individual child, communicative and open to direction. Responsibilities in my past and current roles include caring for infants, implementing schedules and routines, organizing engaging activities and outings, setting up stimulating environments that inspire imaginative play, driving to/from school and lessons, facilitating nature play, assisting with schoolwork, teaching arts and crafts and managing social/emotional/ behavioral challenges with children. I am capable of meal planning , cooking, light cleaning, laundry, pet care, grocery shopping and running errands. I look forward to meeting with you and your family to learn more about your needs and share how I might help. Best!
Reilly
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Des Plaines, IL
My name is Reilly, I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and I love kids! Some things I do in my free time include reading, playing sports, and knitting.
“Reilly is a fantastic babysitter: reliable, super caring and loving to my kids, and there for us when we need her! My wife and I can’t recommend her enough.”
Alexi $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi my name is Lexi! I am currently a paraprofessional for preschoolers with autism! I am looking into becoming a teacher, I love children and animals! I love doing art, working on motor skills, speech, love being outside, love cooking and baking and am pretty active and just looking for occasional babysitting since i am working full time!
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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent
"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
Jesse D., parent
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Des Plaines?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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