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5,250 babysitters are listed in Chicago, IL
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Chicago, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Anna! I am a graduate student living in Chicago, and seeking a part-time nanny position for the summer while I attend classes. I have worked with children as young as 5 months up to age 15. When nannying/babysitting, I love baking, doing arts and crafts, exploring, playing outside and reading. I use my creative...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anna is exceptional with kids - she is fun, energetic, and truly enjoys being around children. Anna is great at getting kids to be creative and I loved that she would take them outside to play to get away from the screens. We are juggling busy schedules in my...
Margaret S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for several families with ages ranging from 1 month through 13 years of age. I have babysat up to 3 children at one time. I have a passion for children that allows me to babysit from time to time for families that I have grown to know. The duties of caring for their children while in my hands are light cooking or...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Danielle is the perfect combination of kind and friendly yet professional. She genuinely cares for her clients. Danielle is an extraordinary care giver and I know this personally because she was caregiver for my infant granddaughter and then my husband. I highly...
Evelyn C.
5.0
(4)
Hi! My name is Leeanna, and I have been a nanny for 10 years in Chicago. I have extensive experience with infants and toddler age children, but have worked with children as old as 8. My most recent experience is in share settings with two children of the same age, so I am definitely comfortable with multiples! I like interactive...
Leeanna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Leeanna provided our family with care for over three years. She cared for my daughter from 9 months to 3 years old and my son from 4 months to 17 months. She was a huge asset to our family overseeing the growth of our children and providing them with daily love,...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking for a nanny/family helper? Well, I can help! I am 23 and certified in childcare and First Aid. I have nannied for many families and have multiple references. I have taken multiple courses on childcare during high school as well. I currently work as a hairstylist in my free time, but I would love to also nanny. I am CPR...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for 5 years. I worked as a one on one companion with a child who has special needs for the past 3 years. I enjoy playing games with the kids and am very adaptable to meet schedule needs.
Kaitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her. "
Ling L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have graduated from the University of Dayton and currently live in Lakeview, Chicago! I have experience in the healthcare field for the past 5 years and am Covid vaccinated and CPR certified. I have current experience with babies to older children as I have nannied for 5+ years, babysat neighborhood kids since I was 13,...
Chelsea can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chelsea worked for us for half of this summer as our former sitter unexpectedly moved out of state. We found Chelsea and she was the best sitter we ever had. She is cheerful, happy cooked meals played and bonded so well with our kids. They still miss her. We hope...
Crystal F.
Patricia R.
Chicago, IL
$20-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Babysitter And Tutor Available On Weeknights And Weekends.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Patricia, currently I am medical graduated preparing for match year. I am available to take care children between the ages of 1 month to 16 y/o. I take care of them at their home, I play with them sports and board games. Also, I do housework like mopping, dishes and prep meals. I am caring, responsible and...
Patricia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Patricia was great anticipated all my little one's need and didn't have to ask twice ! Thank you Patricia !"
Elizabeth K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children since my early 20's as a young woman I would often volunteer for charities, babysit or tutor children with learning disabilities. I enjoyed the experience so much that I decided to make it a life long career. I went to school to become a teacher and received a Bachelors degree in education. I...
Leonor can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Leonor (who has been coined Daisy by my 2 year old daughter) is such a Godsend to us! She has as much energy as my 2 year old! She is 100% reliable, always on time and is very flexible. My daughter gets so excited when she hears Daisy is coming to play with her....
Penny H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda and I'm a 27-year-old Ball State graduate living in Uptown. I'm primarily an actor, but was studying to be an elementary school teacher before I switched my major to follow my passion. I am an aunt to 5 kiddos, have lots of nannying/babysitting experience with children of all ages and have worked as a camp...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda was a great sitter! She was fun, energetic and engaging with my daughters. They loved having her babysit and requested to see her again. We definitely recommend Amanda!"
Sophia L.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! Over the years I've worked with many families, but my experience is just one of my strengths. My responsibilities are typically but not limited to; feedings, diapers, nap times, & developmental activities. I've worked with children domestically, internationally, and experiencing various conditions (premature,...
Rana can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Rana in July 2022 to take care of our child that was 5 months old at the time while I worked from home 3 days a week. Rana has been with us for a year now and the bond she has developed with my child is amazing. You look at them interact and you know these...
Konstantina B.
Emily I.
Chicago, IL
$30-48/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Smart, Funny, And Responsible Babysitter Looking For Evening & Weekend
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Emily, and I graduated with distinction in May 2020 from the University of Wisconsin Madison studying Psychology and Gender Women's Studies. I am home in Chicago for the summer before I move in with my partner in San Francisco in the fall.
I have many references, am CPR certified, and have babysat for 10+ years. I...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Such a sweet girl. Good luck in Boston!"
Aubrey B.
5.0
(1)
I haven't babysat in a few years, since I was in high school but I'm very good with all ages of kids was involved in a lot of sports and clubs in high school so I would be able to help with practicing. I'm also very good at helping with homework.
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
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Brenda B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thanks for stopping by! I love babies and kiddos, so here I am, offering my services for you and your family. When babysitting, I like to be involved and reading to them, taking them to the playground and doing any activities that they enjoy from playing Barbie to playing trains. I also like to do sensory activities with...
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Kristen to help us organize following a move. She did an absolutely incredible job. She showed up early and was extremely pleasant. I really hope she's still doing this the next time we need her!"
Nash G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Yin (pronounced "een")! I am a former elementary school teacher with CPS as well as a high school tutor.
Yin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very nice and polite & took very good care of my son I will definitely hire her again. "
Kathleen O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I babysat for a very busy family for 3 years. I was responsible for three children (mostly 2 because the third is a teen and very after school activities oriented), since they were 3, 5 and 13. I mostly did after school babysitting, from picking them up from school to warming up dinner, helping with homework, and taking each one...
Cristina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We absolutely LOVE Cristina! We were in a pinch to quickly hire a nanny for our boy/girl 5 month old twins and Cristina was a godsend. She was always on time, proactive in anticipating the needs of my babies. I felt immediately comfortable leaving them with her...
Melody D.
5.0
(1)
I have 4 children of my own, which are all teenagers. My only paid experience with children was working in Day Care for two years and house/babysitting for a couple to attend a business conference for a week. Outside of being paid, I have at least 25 years of caring for children from newborns to early teens, just out of my love...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"I love how Nicole is with my children and I have 4 (11 y/o boy, 9 y/o girl, 5 y/o boy, and 2 y/o girl). She is always my go to when I need someone to care for them which is often. She feeds them nutritional meals that are oh so good, she plays educational games...
Krystal M.
5.0
(2)
Not only do I pride myself on being a great assistant or helping hand, I would also say that I am do extremely well with kids! I have been babysitting on and off for different families for as long as I can remember. I am CPR Certified and very trustworthy. Currently, I am a mentor for the Pitch-In Program here in Chicago as...
Emily can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily is great with all ages - babies up to teenagers. Emily goes above and beyond what is asked of her. Emily is so reliable and I never have a worry in the world when my kids are with her. Emily is also very neat and organized. She is a blessing."
Amy M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids! Everytime I babysit a child we always have fun and smiles never end. I have baby sat children from ages from 10 months to 10 years! I can also care for pets if you have any! I am willing to take the kids anywhere from the movies, bowing etc. food prep and clean up is no problem!
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our daughter loved Rachel! Very nice, friendly, punctual and lots of activities/walks/games. Would definitely hire again."
Sue S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm a recent college graduate with a masters degree in applied behavior analysis. I currently work full time as a board certified behavior analyst for children with autism, but I am always looking for occasional evening or weekend jobs!
I believe that the positive and proactive behavior of adults is what helps determine the...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maggie is SO wonderful! She has been a long time babysitter for my kids (ages 2, 5, and 8) and they adore her. She is very responsible and extremely knowledgeable in the area of child development. She always engages them in the most creative games and activities....
Beth C.
4.0
(1)
Hello my name is Ashley and I'm experienced nanny looking to join your family. I am 28 years old. I am looking for a full time and long term position. I have been a nanny for almost 10 years now and take much pride in my work. I do have a car and am happy to transport children to classes, parks, museums or any after school...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"We interviewed Ashley to take care of our 2 month old daughter. Ashley showed up to the interview on time and we really liked her. She has an outgoing personality, and due to her work in a day care, we were positive she would do well with our daughter. We did end...
Emily E.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL
Anna L.
5.0
Anna is exceptional with kids - she is fun, energetic, and truly enjoys being around children. Anna is great at getting kids to be creative and I loved that she would take them outside to play to get away from the screens. We are juggling busy schedules in my family and it was always a relief to...
- Margaret S.
Danielle S.
5.0
Danielle is the perfect combination of kind and friendly yet professional. She genuinely cares for her clients. Danielle is an extraordinary care giver and I know this personally because she was caregiver for my infant granddaughter and then my husband. I highly recommend Danielle.
- Evelyn C.
Leeanna P.
5.0
Leeanna was an absolutely wonderful addition to our family. I especially loved her imaginative play skills with my three-year-old. We unfortunately had to part ways with her due to a family move but otherwise would still be working with her. I trusted my children with Leeanna and knew she would show...
- Care member
Kaitlin B.
5.0
Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her.
- Ling L.
Chelsea E.
5.0
Chelsea worked for us for half of this summer as our former sitter unexpectedly moved out of state. We found Chelsea and she was the best sitter we ever had. She is cheerful, happy cooked meals played and bonded so well with our kids. They still miss her. We hope to see her again soon.
- Crystal F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Chicago, IL:
How can I find a Chicago babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Chicago, IL can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 5,250 babysitters in Chicago, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Chicago, IL?
The average rate for Chicago, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.01 per hour as of June 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Chicago, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Chicago, IL through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Chicago, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 2,103 reviews of the 5,250 listed babysitters.