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- $17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
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meal prep
I have experience babysitting children ranging from infants to middle school age. I also have a lot of experience working with children through my volunteer work. I have volunteered at a horseback riding center for children with special needs. I have also been a volunteer camp counselor in the summer and volunteer as a tutor...
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
Hey, I'm Abbey! I am an experienced childcare provider with a passion for growth and development. I have a widened knowledge in developmental psychology and being able to assist parents of infants/toddlers with their major milestones!
I have an artistic and stimulating approach to childcare, and love finding fun and educational...
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- $25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
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Hello, my name is Zoe and I live in Edison Park. I've been babysitting/nannying for the past six years.
A little bit about me is that I'm an animal lover, love doing crafts, listening to music, doing fun activities, baking / trying new recipes, and reading. I have also worked with special needs children and grew up with a...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
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Hello! My name is Sarah. I've been caring for children for over 15 years and genuinely love hanging out with kids. I have multiple families in the Chicago area who are happy to refer me. My experience includes working as a family nanny, a weekend and weeknight sitter, an aftercare assistant at a Montessori school, an art...
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Greetings, my name is Chase, I am 24 years old and two time graduate from the University of Illinois. I've been working with children for many years now, within and outside of my family. I often watch my two nieces, 2 and 4 years of age, fulfilling duties such as: homework help, basic meal prep, interaction, bathing, and...
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
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Hello!
My name is Lauren and I am a recent college graduate. I received my degree in nursing and have my license in WI where I just moved from. I am awaiting my license here in IL but it can take around 4 months. I have 4+ years experience as a nanny, 3 years in health care as a CNA and a nurse intern. I have first aid training...
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there! I'm a young professional in Chicago available to babysit on nights and weekends. I have spent the past year working at an elementary school, and have experience caring for kids ages 5-11 outside of school as well. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have!
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a responsible and energetic babysitter with over 10 years of experience! As a full-time business consultant, I am looking for evening/weekend babysitting jobs in the Gold Coast or LP neighborhoods.
After graduating from the University of Kansas in 2019, I moved to Chicago to pursue my career in the tech world. While I enjoy...
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
- I have over 4 years of experience in caring for women with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- 2 years of experience in babysitting
- December 2020 - I earned a BA from UIC: Applied Psychology and Gender and Women's Studies
- I excelled in child development Psychology coursework throughout my undergraduate...
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Kaitlin! I'm a speech-language pathologist looking for a nannying position during the summer break. I have 7 years experience working in childcare in roles such as an assistant preschool/daycare teacher & registered behavior technician working with kiddos on the autism spectrum. I have weekend availability if needed. Let...
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- $18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I am a law student at UChicago and enjoy babysitting in my free time! I grew up in Atlanta and worked at a local preschool's summer camp for 5 summers. Then, while in college at UNC, I nannied for both a family with an infant and a family with a 2-year-old. I am patient, responsible, and energetic, and I enjoy reading, arts...
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I work for Chicago Public schools as a teacher's aide.
My favorite part of my day is supervising students during lunch and recess! Which is also their favorite part of the day!
Students like to call me Ms. Jenny or Jennifer. I enjoy planning arts and craft for our aftercare program. We also have lots of fun playing hoola hoop...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi there! I have been nannying on and off for 10+ years because I love working with children! I am patient, energetic, and flexible. I am also a planner and well-organized. My other duties can include light housekeeping, prepping/cooking meals, and homework help. I have a M. A. in psychology from The Chicago School, which...
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
My previous childcare experience includes working as a summer camp counselor for elementary school children, a teacher at a daycare center (ages 2-10), a full-time summer nanny for 2 children (ages 7 and 9), and a certified RBT for children diagnosed with ASD (ages 3-12). I attended the University of Colorado Boulder and...
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I am birth and postpartum doula and mother of two. Loving, patient, energetic personality. I love working with children and exploring the world together. I'd love to care for little ones to fill some extra free hours I have.
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
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Hi! I'm Reagan, and I'm 24 years old. I'm a neonatal intensive care nurse with a deep passion for working with babies and children of all ages. With years of hands-on experience in high-level pediatric care, I bring a calm, confident, and nurturing presence into every home I babysit in.
I'm certified in Basic Life Support...
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
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I was a part-time nanny for two wonderful little girls (ages 3 and 4) in Seattle, Washington. My duties included driving them to and from school, babysitting, occasional feeding, and day trips. I have also babysat and driven older children, as old as 13. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and I love children of all ages. I...
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- $25/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Madilyn, and I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I first started babysitting for my neighbors and quickly developed a love for working with kids. In college, I cared for a 4-month-old baby in between classes, and after graduating, I worked as a full-time nanny for a 3-month-old.
I...
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- $23/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello my name is Esmeralda, I'm 27 years old. I have worked as a teacher assistant at a childcare learning center and am looking for more experience working with children as a Nanny. I have about 4 years experience with 2 lovely families. I'm comfortable working with Children from the ages of 3 months to 5 years of age, I worked...
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- $25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
29-year-old Doctor of Physical Therapy. I have been babysitting since 16 years old. I have experience babysitting for ages ranging from 3 months to 12 years old. Experience with: bed time routines (brush teeth, baths/showers, stories), morning routines, meal prep/cooking, crafts, pick ups from school, driving kids to...
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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:
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 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Chicago, IL?
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.
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 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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