"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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11 available last-minute babysitters in Lake Forest, IL
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Yamileth $21 per hour for 1 child
Hi families! I’m a 19 y/o college student studying early childhood education! I am bilingual ( English + Spanish) I am located near Wheeling and am available everyday mornings and evenings, except for Sundays! I am available for full time, part time, or one time babysitting jobs! I have previous babysitting experience with ages 2-10. I got a certificate for completion of 450 hours on the job training for Early Childhood Educator apprenticeship program for district 214. I was a student intern at Anne Sullivan Elementary School for 2 semesters my senior year. I also worked part time at a day care at Wheeling High-school. (I currently volunteer at that same day care whenever I’m available) I developed skills such as - problem solving, time management, and interpersonal skills like communication and leadership. I hope to be of great help to your family!!
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Booked by 1 repeat family
$45 per hour for 1 childBooked by 1 family in Lake Forest, IL
Reliable, attentive sitter providing calm, high-quality care. Detail-oriented, punctual, and respectful of routines and homes.
Jonathan $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Jonathan, I am 22 years old, and I am a pediatric registered nurse. I have experience caring for children from newborns through 18 years old in both surgical transplant and general medicine settings. I love working with kids and also have personal experience babysitting my two nephews, from the time they were babies through their school-aged years. My responsibilities have included playing fun games, helping with homework, preparing meals, and keeping them safe and happy. Although I work full time with children as a nurse, I have four days off each week and would love to spend some of that time babysitting. I’m reliable, caring, and bring the same compassion I use in nursing to the families I work with.
Elise $18 per hour for 1 child
Hi - My name is Elise and I'm currently a sophomore at Dayton. I am offering child services. I love being a babysitter and have been babysitting since I was 16 years old.
Debbie $19 per hour for 1 child
Good day! I am Debbie and I’m 21 years old. I’m from the Philippines and English is my second language. Currently in my first year of my Nursing program mostly online. So to speak, I’ve been doing caregiving for seniors for about 2 years now as my part time job. I have decided to explore, and try to nanny children. I have younger siblings which is an advantage for me.
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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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"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Lake Forest?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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