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Margaret A.

Caring Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 5 years of experience with families with multiple children of varying ages. I am currently in nursing school with the hopes of becoming a pediatric nurse when I graduate! I have both infant & child CPR and First Aid certifications. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
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Overnight Babysitter And Driver

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am the eldest of seven in my family and due to my parents' need to work, I was placed in charge. During school, I did a ton of babysitting jobs and I was a nanny for twins with one of them having down syndrome. I was with them from 3 mths to when they started preschool. I'm also fluent in Spanish and have taken care of my 5...
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Part-Time Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I started babysitting when I was 12. I continued on and off through high school when I was not employed. I love kids and consider myself to be great with them. I have little experience with kids under 3 but I am confident in my ability as a caregiver. I have learned that I am able to keep a level head in the face of a crisis and...
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Babysitter/Pet Sitter Near You!

Chicago, IL

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$16/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Gizem and I am currently a college student at Cornell University. I have experience in both Babysitting and Pet sitting. I have 7 years of professional baby sitting and experience with working with children from ages 3 and up. I also have experience with caring for children with special needs. I can also help with...
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Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I love engaging with children and creating safe spaces for them to learn, play, and grow!
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Babysitter - Happy To Help (short Notice Ok!)

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there! I have been babysitting since I was a teenager, with several summer nanny positions. Currently, I am a mental health therapist and work with children and adolescents. I would love to help you have an afternoon off to run errands, or let you have a date night!
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Weekend Or Occasional Babysitter!

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! As an educator, I love inspiring kids to be creative, playing games to use their energy, and creating learning moments. I'm comfortable caring for multiple children, preparing meals, helping to clean, nannying for multiple days, and other tasks as needed. :) I currently work at a real estate brokerage but last year I was a...
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Part-time Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Selena and I love working with children. I have been babysitting for about 10+ years now. I am looking to find new families to grow with and provide care. I am comfortable working with children of all age from infant to 12 years old. I am also an animal lover so I can help take care of pets as well.
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Caring Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have a 10-year-old son and a 19-year-old daughter who fills my life with joy. I'm a nanny with many years of experience who truly loves childcare and is committed to the growth and well-being of children. I have the ability to provide safe, engaging surroundings where kids can grow and thrive. I approach each day with...
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Full-time Babysitter In Evergreen Park

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Antonia, I'm a very reliable and punctual person. I am leaving the corporate world for a slower, more intentional life and am looking for work in caregiving, housekeeping and dog walking. I've raised 4 children, oldest being 21 years old and having a grand baby. I own 4 German Shepherds and have previously...
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Caregiver, Nanny, Babysitter, Tutor

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi I'm Joy! I have been a Nanny for the past 7 years with a wonderful family in Lakeview. I have a 15+ years of hands on experience with preemies, newborns, toddlers, school age children, and individuals with disabilities. I have a degree in elementary education and have worked in school, and home settings. I would love to...
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Part Time Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I've called Chicago home for the past 6 years, but I'll always be a proud Wolverine, Go Blue! In addition to working as a professional portrait and wedding photographer, I provide a wide range of household support services, including house management, nannying, dog walking & cooking. With over 7 years of childcare...
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Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello! I'm Taiz, eldest of four siblings, a proud elder sister. With younger siblings, I learned to prepare breakfasts and dinners. Balacing cooking, cleaning, and family time has taught me valuable skills in time management and multitasking. I hope to use my skills to take care of others and help parents in need!
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Part-time Babysitter Or Summer Nanny Available! :)

Chicago, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
Hi, my name is Katie! I am currently in the Lincoln Park area. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology & have worked as a pediatric Registered Behavioral Therapist in Chicago. I have over 10 years of nannying & babysitting experience as well as my current professional experience working with children with autism in a clinical...
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Part-Time Babysitter Available

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am the oldest in my family by 5 years so have taken care of children my whole life. I have worked at a Children's Hospital in the Child and Family Life department with children of all ages, as well as worked part-time with autistic children through 2 different companies. I am a licensed registered nurse working full-time at a...
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Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Stephanie but you can call me Steph. I am an registered nurse at Lurie Children's Hospital. I have been working here for 4 years with a background in PICU and now currently working in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. I have been caring for children for 10+ years now and it is my passion. I have...
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Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny With Transportation

Chicago, IL

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$27/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a full-time healthcare business professional seeking part-time work in childcare! I'm looking for either morning care (taking kids to school, daycare, etc.) &/or afternoon care (picking kids up from school, daycare, etc.). I have reliable transportation, a clean record, & can fit car seats if needed. I'm also available for...
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Nanny, Babysitter, Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am currently a full-time online college student at the University of Central Florida. Set to graduate December 2023 with my bachelors in Special Education and a certificate in Language Development and Disorders. I have worked with kids professionally since I was 16 years old. My most recent experience working with children is...
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Part-time Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello! My name is Caitlyn and I am a Nursing student at the University in Chicago looking to specialize in pediatrics. I absolutely adore children and have experience working with those aged newborn to 12 years old. I am CPR certified in both adults and infants, and I have my own car. I love to plan fun activities, play games,...
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Trustworthy Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have a lot of experience (+20) with children of different ages. I'm patient, respectful, responsible, caring, organized, easy going and I love having fun with kids while we're learning new things. I've been able to support and be part of the process of my kids' development, helping them to learn through creativity and positive...
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  • 2,052 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.95/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Chicago, IL:

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 2,052 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.

The average rate for Chicago, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.95 per hour as of October 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Chicago, IL through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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