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182 available last-minute babysitters in Evanston, IL

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Chris
Booked by 27 repeat families
46 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 71 families in Evanston, IL

I am the oldest of six children and was more of a parent than a sister to all of them. The two youngest kids are 15 and 13 years younger than I am. I love children and have always enjoyed being around them. I am a trained Chef and can cook or help prepare meals if needed. I am also a Chef Instructor and Assistant Food Stylist. At this time I am interested in occasional babysitting to supplement my freelance income. Being able to hang out with kids would be a fun and fulfilling way to do that.

“Quick to respond, so friendly, and good with my 11 year old. They had a great time!”

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Emily
Booked by 22 repeat families
30 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 40 families in Evanston, IL

Hi there! My name is Emily and I am currently a student at Northeastern Illinois University! I am an undergrad student specializing in social work while working as a part-time sitter/house manager. I love children and have always found my way into many children’s hearts. I have previous baby sitting experience as well as years experience working with the Chicago Park District as recreational leader for their play camp program that gave me the opportunity to work alongside 20 amazing children from the ages of 4-5 in the community. Being a camper myself when I was younger I learned the importance of having the people around children teaching them values and Influencing them in the right ways. I am a very creative person in my free time and always like to have a good time! Arts and crafts are a speciality of mine! Plus knowing about the latest toys for the kiddos!

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Anabel
Booked by 28 repeat families
37 reviews
$16 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 55 families in Evanston, IL

Hello I will be looking for full time job starting in September.The family I worked for will have their children in school full days.So they won't no longer need my services. I'm 37 years old.I was born and raised in Chicago.I have experience watching children 3 months and older.I love babysitting because I love working with children.theres never a dull moment with a child.I've been watching children since I was 15 years old.I come from a big family.I can speak,read, and write English and Spanish.

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Julia
Booked by 8 repeat families
11 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 16 families in Evanston, IL

Hi! My name is Julia and I’m a college grad from DePaul. I have my bachelors in psychology with a concentration in human development, and currently work full time as a nanny to a 2 year old girl and two elementary aged boys. I love working with all ages of kids, and am hoping to find parents looking for a regular date night sitter on the weekends when I am not nannying. I have my own car for transportation, and am comfortable working with pets. Aside from my current nannying job, I have been working with children for the last 8 years throughout high school and college. I am CPR certified and feel comfortable caring for children over 6 months of age. I enjoy getting creative and having fun with the kids I sit for, and am also very comfortable at handling bed times and getting kiddos to sleep. I’m happy to set up a phone call or zoom meeting to chat further if you are interested :)

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Charmaine
Booked by 8 repeat families
25 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 32 families in Evanston, IL

Hi, My name is Charmaine. I am a graduate student from Governors State University. Currently working as a lead toddler teacher at Little Green Treehouse. I have been working with kids since I was sixteen years old. I started babysitting my younger siblings. Then, move to babysitting for my church members and mentors. I love children and I love to help out on my free time :)

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"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."

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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!"

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