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2,254 nannies are listed in Chicago, IL
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Chicago, IL
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
In my time as a nanny, I have gained so many wonderful experiences. I have nannied for many families with children of all ages. I have a wide range of abilities including newborn care, adoptive care, Montessori teaching for primary, organic cooking, cooking for food sensitivities and allergies, and more! I believe in consistent...
Monica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Monica is our first choice when we need a babysitter. She has taken care of our 19 month old son along with three children ranging in age from 2 to 5, and we cannot say enough about her. All the kids absolutely adore her. She comes well prepared with fun...
Nigel D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Claudia. I am a mother of two girls. I have experience with toddlers and newborns. I have excellent references and have my own transportation.
Claudia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Claudia is such a sweet soul. She works for me now, part-time. I have an 11-month-old son and she is just great with him. She is on time, and is great about being active with him, getting out of the house, and letting him explore. I love that she is also a mother...
Hannah S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am pro active, funny nanny. I love cooking and baking with the kids. I have helped my mom take care of my little sister since she was born. I worked at Kumon as a teacher in 2016 teaching English and Portuguese for kids of the age 3 through 16. After that I became an Au Pair for two kids of the age 4 and 7. I was an Au Pair...
Livia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lívia is extremely reliable and responsible. Not once she left me waiting or canceled last minute. She is very considerate of my family needs and appointments.
My two kids, a 10 year old girl, and a 8 year boy, absolutely love her and look forward seeing her...
Teresa R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm Maria, a dedicated and experienced nanny with a background in educational psychology. For over 4. 5 years, I had the privilege of nurturing children from 4 months to 5 years in Boston. During this time, I assisted parents in creating a nurturing environment and implementing effective child-rearing strategies.
My 15 years as...
Maria can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Maria was an incredible nanny and she was such a blessing for our family!! Our nanny was out sick for a few weeks and we had worked with other caregivers during this time. But our 11 month old son felt Maria’s warm and calm energy immediately and took to her so...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Laura, and I'm thrilled to connect with wonderful families in search of a full-time nanny. I'm 25 years old and currently residing in Portage Park, I'm available ASAP.
I have a bachelor's degree in business administration from my home country, Mexico, and have over 6 years of experience as a nanny. I...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She did a good job. Kind with our son, and he had a great day with her. We'll hire her again."
Jeremy B.
4.6
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Shadiya :) I am an extremely fun and loving nanny. I am a mom myself to 3 girls, ages 17, 14, and 6. Together, we love to bake cookies, read, play board games, watch movies, go to the beach, or sled in the snow!
I am a state certified teacher in Illinois, but I am just a little bit tired of 20+ kids in the...
Shadiya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"Shadiya seemed really wonderful on our video chat. We scheduled an in-person interview and unfortunately she never showed up and did not respond to texts or phone calls. I hope that she is okay, but in the future, it is important that she let people know ahead of...
Alli C.
Soda G.
Chicago, IL
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun-Loving, Caring, Honest, Reliable Nanny With Years Of Experience
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Soda. I am looking for a full time position. I have 12 years+ experience of being a Nanny. My responsibilities as a nanny are things such as bottle feedings, diaper changes, tummy time, laundry for kids, age appropriate activities, arts crafts , singing, reading, walks to parks, museums, driving kids to different...
Soda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Soda worked for our family for 5 years. She is trustworthy, hardworking, friendly, punctual, flexible and was dedicated to taking care of our two children. We will miss her greatly and she has been a part of our family."
Aaron L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Gabi and I'm a 32-year-old professional moving to Santa Monica from Chicago in October. I used to live in LA 10 years ago, and decided I have had enough of the winters, so I'm back!
I have15+ years of childcare experience, including nannying, babysitting, and teaching swim lessons. (I was also a competitive swimmer...
Gabi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"We adore Gabi and have found her to be warm, firm, and entirely responsible in her approach."
Ragnar C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Parents! I am a high energy, all interaction nanny ready to develop your child's language and social skills through reading and outdoor activities. I am an avid reader and a trained children's storyteller. I cherish children as life's most precious gifts as I advocate building a child's self-esteem through sensitive care and...
Ebony can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We are incredibly fortunate to have Ebony caring for our (10-month-old) son. From day one Ebony has always been incredibly caring, positive and energetic. Her commitment to our child's well being shines through everything she does from her creativity in putting...
Kadi J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The first paying babysitting job I had was for a 2-year-old boy. Since then, I have babysat for a family with three children: the youngest boy under the age of two, a 5-year-old girl, and a 7-year-old boy. I have also grown up watching my younger sister and baby cousins (sometimes newborns). I have babysat for family with two...
Reena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Reena was great with my kids (5 & 9)! We were lucky to have her with us all summer: swimming, board games, fun activities, and lots of treats! She helped them with daily summer learning work (assigned by mom) and was quick to learn their favorite things/activities,...
Elizabeth K.
5.0
(1)
My name is Alexa, I'm 30 years old and a fellow parent.
I have 15+ years experience as a babysitter and 9 years nannying & house managing, during which I was caring for children from infant age through the 5th grade, mostly in multiples.
I'm very patient and I love finding cool new enrichment activities that children will...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alexa absolutely loves children and is amazing with them. She is extremely caring and fun to be around."
Marisa C.
Joanna S.
Chicago, IL
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Highly Responsible Nanny, CPR/First Aid Certified
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for a House manager or nanny position at a high end home.
I have 12 years+ of a professional Family assistant , Property/House manager and nanny experience.
Through all those years I've been caring for newborn infants, toddlers and preschoolers through teenage age. I was also employed as an Estate, property...
Joanna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Joanna in December to care for our 4 year old daughter after school hours. Joanna was amazing! She was dependable, trust-worthy, kind and caring and always communicative and punctual. This was a part-time, short term position that was cut even shorter...
Beth W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Emily, a dedicated nanny with nine years of experience caring for children of all ages. I believe in creating a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment for children to thrive in.
I am passionate about childhood development and have attended the Nannypalooza Conference to further my education as a nanny. I also hold...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily babysits for our one year old son a few times a month and she is great- punctual, great communicator, friendly and dependable. Our son didn't even notice when I left, which is unusual. We hope to have Emily watch our son for a long time."
Erin L.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving mother of four fantastic individuals, one with special needs. I have 20 plus years of playing/interacting with children. I love playing games and reading with children. I have numerous years of experience working with children of all ages and many disabilities. Previously employed by Chicago Public Schools as a bus...
Keesha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kesha has been a caregiver for my son (now age 18, with Fragile X Syndrome and Autism) for the past two years and she has been a fantastic addition to the family. She formed a great rapport with my son right away and when she pulls up in front of the house I can...
Rachel H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kendall and I am looking for a part-time housekeeping/household manger position, but am open to nannying as well. I have previously worked for a professional and commercial housecleaning company, and in addition have over 20 years experience in household management through being a mom myself and nanny to a few...
Kendall can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kendall worked for our family for the summer, and brought her son along to work. She is a kind, gentle, responsible caregiver, and my kids still miss her, nearly a year later!"
Jodi L.
Dragana B.
Chicago, IL
$32-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Newborn Specialist, Nanny, Teacher - Ideal Position In Belmont Harbor, Lakeview, Or Nearby
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Nanny, Teacher, Newborn Nurse/Doula (over 15+ yea); work with children 0-4. Momentarily, I have PT availability (FT for perfect fit). I'm best fit for families in search of early childhood educator-nanny that is capable of achieving unprecedented results with pupils. I pride myself in excelling in greatly differing and...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Dragana worked for our family for over a year and a half, leaving on the best of terms as our needs changed. Always punctual, with a bright smile on her face every morning. Incredibly affectionate and loving, but also as vigilant about his safety as if he were her...
Dan E.
Mia D.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience - Loves Art, Reading/education, And The Outdoors!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a full-time nannying job located near the Avondale area. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have nannied for many families with diverse backgrounds and needs, caring for infants as young as 2 months and children as old as 12 years. I also have experience working with kids as an...
Mia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mia has watched my daughter since around 5 months. She super sweet and my daughter loves her. She is my current nanny and my daughter is now 19 months. Super responsible, follows instructions, has taken my daughter to outdoor activities, including soccer, museums,...
Marilupe M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I hope you're having a wonderful day! I am an experienced caregiver, former early childhood music, movement, and drama teaching artist and certified children's yoga instructor from Arizona, currently in search of a part-time nanny position/babysitting. I am a huge advocate of learning though play, and love to use singing,...
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very responsive, on time/early and smiles/outgoing with the boys, really appreciated the temp nanny work!"
Meghan K.
5.0
(1)
Currently a Full time nanny for a family with a 3-year-old boy. I started with him when he was 6 months old and love it! They are moving to the suburbs :( I am transitioning to be a full time photographer so looking for something part time. Newborns are definitely my specialty and where I thrive. I am CPR/First Aid certified, an...
Katie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie is excellent- reliable, responsible, caring, patient and fun. We used her while living in Chicago (we've since moved out of state) and she's our first choice when we return to visit. Katie started working with us when my now 3 year old daughter was around 6...
Rebecca B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a classical musician and teacher with over 10 years of experience nannying and teaching all ages. Fully vaccinated!
I have worked with many families in Chicago, Iowa, and Colorado, doing occasional sitting and nannying for children and infants for over 15 years. Additionally, I previously had an almost two year placement...
Nora can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nora is a fun, professional, dedicated educator. I have known Nora for 6 years as a professional musician as well as a friend; she is always encouraging her students to be their best. Her students excel and love her because she challenges them but also gives them...
Suzanne G.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL
Monica G.
5.0
As parents, we have seen and observed a wide array of caretakers. Be it at the park, in the store and also in our home. Monica has been our nanny for the last three years and to put it simply, Monica is an excellent nanny. A career move has us moving out of town, if this were not the case, we would...
- Greg S.
Claudia S.
5.0
Claudia is such a sweet soul. She works for me now, part-time. I have an 11-month-old son and she is just great with him. She is on time, and is great about being active with him, getting out of the house, and letting him explore. I love that she is also a mother because she definitely has a great...
- Hannah S.
Livia R.
5.0
Lívia is extremely reliable and responsible. Not once she left me waiting or canceled last minute. She is very considerate of my family needs and appointments.
My two kids, a 10 year old girl, and a 8 year boy, absolutely love her and look forward seeing her everyday. Lívia knows how to find the...
- Teresa R.
Maria D.
5.0
Maria was an incredible nanny and she was such a blessing for our family!! Our nanny was out sick for a few weeks and we had worked with other caregivers during this time. But our 11 month old son felt Maria’s warm and calm energy immediately and took to her so quickly. We just hired Maria until our...
- Care member
Laura E.
5.0
She did a good job. Kind with our son, and he had a great day with her. We'll hire her again.
- Jeremy B.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Chicago, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Chicago, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Chicago, IL is as of is $20.91 per hour as of June, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Chicago, IL?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 2,254 in Chicago, IL. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Chicago, IL?
You can find different nanny services in Chicago through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Chicago, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Chicago, IL nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Nannies in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,650 reviews of the 2,254 listed nannies.