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5,236 babysitters are listed in Chicago, IL
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Chicago, IL
5.0
(35)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as a mothers helper and taking care of infants as young as a month old. Also, travel, overnights, or live in babysitter while parents travel or have a stay cation. I love doing arts and crafts and taking children to the park, museums, etc. Currently looking for occasional sitting. Families book me when school...
Tanya can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My family and I have used several babysitters as we move quite frequently and Tanya has definitely been one of our favorites! She is a wonderful communicator, punctual, and was amazing with both of our kids (3 years old and 10 months). She is energetic,...
Molly W.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Empowerment, education and support are my goals as I work with families. Having been drawn to birth work for many years, I am so grateful to pursue my dream of serving as a postpartum doula. A lifelong love of learning keeps me motivated to continuously expand my knowledge through classes and personal study in this specialized...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very responsible and consciousness. Extremely communicative. Thoughtfully met with our family and son prior to hiring. Supported me while postpartum with a 1 month old and 2.5 year old. Offered great postpartum guidance "
Care member
5.0
(2)
My name is Ally and I am 29 years old. I have been babysitting for about 10 + years now and get along with kids very well. I have three nephews and have worked with multiple families off care. com. I am currently working part time in hospitality and looking to get a second job. Looking to help out 2-3 days a week! Looking...
Ally can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ally is a smart, beautiful, and intelligent young lady. She is great with kids and is fun to be with. I believe she is competent and experienced enough to fit into any home situations. She is beyond capable of following a routine if needed and willing to help...
Lexi G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun and caring sitter. I love children and hope to have some of my own one day. I have experience with all ages but my expertise are infants and toddlers. I am energetic and always up for an adventure with your children. Whether it's needing a part time nanny or sitter or even a date night, I am here to help!
Irais can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hello there! My name is Vasiliki. I am located in the Portage Park area. I've been taking care of children for over 28 years. Having 8 children myself all grown up now. As well as past experience working in a home daycare. I can provide references upon request. I have experience from two months to eight years of age. I can...
5.0
"Vasiliki is so amazing with my child. She treats him like her own and that's hard to find nowadays. He's always talking about her and the fun they have along with the other children. He always cries when he leaves there! He always asks me "mommy when are we going...
Kiki K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Ellie and I will be graduating from DePaul University with my masters in Speech Language Pathology this June!
I will be available for full time nannying/babysitting starting June 17-August 16th (dates negotiable).
I am also available for any weekday/weekend gigs in the mean time!
Feel free to reach out!
Ellie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ellie is phenomenal! She was a dream come true for us with our autistic 4 year old. She is educated and intelligent and played with our son the entire time we were gone (we had to come back to get something and my son was having the time of his life!) She...
Samantha B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I'm Holly & 24 years old. I am a college graduate from Lewis University. I got my Bachelor's in Early Childhood/Special Education. After graduating during COVID, I found so much love in nannying that I decided I wanted to make it my career! I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have my own car and reliable...
Holly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We interviewed Holly for a nanny job. Even though we went a different direction with our child care, we LOVED Holly. She was punctual, friendly, knowledgeable, interested in learning and development, and just an overall great person!"
Jenny F.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am an extremely optimistic person who is very hard-working and loyal. I am 60 years old and moved here to Chicago from Brazil five years ago. My life experiences set me apart from others; I have adapted to many different situations, and I am very flexible in my thinking. I love to learn new things every day and share this...
Luciene can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Luci has been helping us with house cleaning for a few weeks now and we can't recommend her strongly enough! She is super thorough and efficient and so lovely to have around. We're so happy we found her!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Jeanie, and I have been babysitting for over 10 years. I work with children ranging from newborn all the way to teenagers, and would love to believe that I am positive, energetic and caring babysitter. The kids love it when I keep them entertained and they love to learn too. While caring for them, I also make...
Jeanie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jeanie is so professional, prompt and kind! I also really appreciated how attentive she is to safety during this COVID pandemic. I felt really comfortable having her be our baby's 1st sitter (and I am very cautious about anyone else watching her). And our daughter...
Melinda R.
Mia S.
Chicago, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter Looking For A Part-time Position! I Can Do Afternoons, Nights, Weekends, And Travel.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Mia and I have over 10 years of experience in childcare.
I have been babysitting since I was a preteen and I have experience with kids ranging in age from newborns-14 years old. I have taken care of as many as 4 children at a time multiple days per week so I am very responsible and attentive but fun and caring at the...
Mia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"We love Mia. She takes excellent care of our two children, helps out with household tasks, and is very responsible and responsive. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Good day
Are you searching for a dependable, nurturing, caring, pro-active nanny to start immediately ?
I am a 54 years old enthusiastic, reliable, responsible and fully vaccinated with over a decade of experience. I know working/spending quality time with your little ones can be challenging so please allow me the opportunity...
Felicia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Felicia began nannying for us, our daughter was 5 months old. As a first-time mom, I was nervous about leaving my baby to go back to work. In response, Felicia displayed incredible knowledge of infant care as well as patience and kindness with me as I navigated the...
Alicia E.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! I'm available to be your nanny!
I'm from Brazil, I'm 34 years old and I have CPR / AED certification. Currently I am living in Logan Square. I have easy access to surrounding suburbs, also I have my own car. In my past experiences, I have prepared children to go to school, prepared and served meals, picked them...
Debora can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Debora has done a wonderful job watching our boys (ages 16 months and 3 years). She plays with them, feeds them, and puts them down for nap and bed. The boys enjoy spending time with her. "
Stephen M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Paige I have been babysitting for 15+ years. I have experience with children of all ages ranging from toddlers to teenagers. I can/enjoy cooking and doing light housekeeping while on the job. I am very outgoing, organized and always on time and on call!
A little about me...
- I'm a curve model
- I moved here...
Paige can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Paige is the best! She has fabulous energy and is a total natural with kids. She watched my 1 year old daughter while I went to dinner. She was punctual, receptive to our routine, and super neat. I would highly recommend and I will definitely be using her again!"
Maren S.
3.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello families I have 16 years of being a nanny I love newborn babies and children of all ages. My passion is to find a loving family who I can call my own and as well as building trust and having great communication with the families happy baby happy family. My passion is to care for your child like my own.
Diana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Diana is great and has been working with us for a few weeks. She is great with our infant son. She gives me updates and I know I can trust her with him."
Breauna C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Can manage the daily routines of children age ranged 6 weeks to 21 while the parents are working. I can provide a structured schedule that includes meals, naps, playtime, and academic enrichment. I can also effectively manage housekeeping tasks, including cleaning, doing laundry, and organizing all areas. I have a clean driving...
Lashanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lashawna is an amazing childcare provider. She’s very patient, always on time, and make sure to follow all instructions given. This is particularly important since my son has special needs. She is amazing!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for kids of all ages for 8 years now, and nannied for a family with 2 children last summer. I have experience with babysitting children, the oldest being 15 and the youngest 4 months old. I am very comfortable driving kids to and from school, camp, and other activities. I love to help children with their school...
Caitlin can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caitlin was an absolute gem! I have 3 kids and she was able to keep them all entertained and organized activities for all of them play together. I never worried about my children's safety while they were in her care. She was easy to get in touch with and always on...
Elise M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am an experienced and reliable babysitter and nanny with 7+ years of experience. I am originally from Omaha, NE, but I study in Chicago! I have cared for children of all ages (0-15 years old) and am capable of handling multiple children, as I have experience nannying four children. I look forward to watching your little...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 and nannied my way through college and continue to babysit on weekends and evenings.
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I'm so happy I found Laura! She is very sweet, kind, punctual, and great with my kids. They love being with her. I have a 10 month old and a 4 yr old. We look forward to having her help us with child care."
Olga S.
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, 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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am childcare professional with over 15 years of experience in the childcare field. I have accumulated valuable child care skills and knowledge while working in classrooms, summer camps, and private in home settings with children ranging from 3 months old to 12 years of age. I am highly dedicated to fostering nurturing...
Lucy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great with kids, worked in a daycare center and personal babysitter."
Jennifer W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL
Tanya S.
5.0
Tanya is your girl! She was every bit of amazing. We hired her through Care.com because we were traveling to Chicago for vacation. She put my mind at ease with the first phone call. She was more than we could have asked for, our girls enjoyed their time with her. And, her picture updates created for...
- Alex M.
Amy L.
5.0
Amy started as a nanny with our family when our daughter was four months old. I was nervous beforehand as this was our first non-family caregiver, but any worries were quickly dispelled as I could tell right away we were in great hands. Amy has blown me away with her extreme professionalism. She's...
- Rachel F.
Ally S.
5.0
Ally is a smart, beautiful, and intelligent young lady. She is great with kids and is fun to be with. I believe she is competent and experienced enough to fit into any home situations. She is beyond capable of following a routine if needed and willing to help children with their homework. If you...
- Lexi G.
Vasiliki B.
5.0
She has to be one of the sweetest care takers I have ever met! This makes sense as she has 8 kids of her own, amazing! Every time I would pick up my 16 month year old son, he would have a smile in his face and start laughing. She also makes homemade food like chicken noodle soup, this is especially...
- Vanessa A.
Ellie V.
5.0
Ellie is phenomenal! She was a dream come true for us with our autistic 4 year old. She is educated and intelligent and played with our son the entire time we were gone (we had to come back to get something and my son was having the time of his life!) She listened to all of our son's...
- Samantha B.
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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 5,236 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 May 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 2,125 reviews of the 5,236 listed babysitters.