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Renata M.

Child Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as loyal, playful, and caring. I like working with kids because it brings me joy and satisfaction. I have two older daughters and love working with young children now. It means so much to me to help children learn in different areas and watch them grow. Each child has a different personality, has...

Liz R. says "Renata is a wonderful human being and nanny! She took excellent care of our three children from infancy into the preschool years, including our twins since...

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Maria A.

Child Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
I'm Venezuelan with 3, 5 years of nanny and house manager experience. I took care of 5 months to 8 years old children, also have experience with special needs kids, and CPR certified. Currently Spanish/English teacher for kids, teenagers and adults.

Care Member says "Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much. She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also helped around...

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Caroline H.

Part-time Child Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
I have experience tutoring and teaching elementary school-aged children and have cared for children from infants to age 13. First aid and CPR certified. I plan to work with children and adolescents through my future profession and have a strong background, including both a bachelor's and master's degree, in...

Christina S. says "Callie is great with my almost 2 yo son and 4 yo daughter. She plays with them inside, takes them outside and makes sure they are having fun! She is...

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Mary S.

Child Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I have been living, studying, nannying, and creating art in Chicago for 8 years. Chicago is my home, and working with children is my passion. Growing up, I was the third child of six, so I am incredibly patient. I am an aunt to four nephews and one niece. I believe in positive reinforcement, treating kids with respect, and...

Stephanie S. says "Mary is reliable, communicative, and very attentive to our toddler. She has been conscientious and honest about risks/exposure to COVID and other...

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Glenda W.

Experienced Child Care And Pet Care Provider

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Glenda, and I am an experienced babysitter, nanny, and childcare provider with 7 years of experience taking care of children (5 years with 5-12-year-olds, 2 years with toddlers 17 months - 3 years old), approximately 4. 5 years experience communicating with parents, and 2. 5 years experience doing gentle...

Care Member says "Glenda helps walk my FIL’s Yorkie poo, Mr. Man. She is kind, thorough and patient. Glenda is a huge source of support and piece of mind for our family....

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Carinda L.

Experienced Child Care Worker Available For After-School Care & The Occasional Date/Weekend Night

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$61/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I started babysitting other children in my neighborhood when I was 13. One family I worked with had 6-year-old triplets. Another family had 3 girls ages 4-10. I have two nephews that are 7 & 8 that I love hanging out with. I also have experience with infants. I have coached 2nd & 3rd grade basketball and have been a teachers...

Emily H. says "Carinda and I run recess and after school programs at a local elementary school and she is a wonderful worker, who connects well with kids and other staff...

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Hiwotenshe B.

Child care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Nurturing young minds and supporting families is truly my passion. For the past 10 years, I've had the joy of caring for children aged newborn to 11 years, with a special fondness for toddlers and preschoolers. I enjoy sparking creativity through imaginative play, engaging in outdoor sports, and teaching through educational...

Ben X. says "Hiwot has been our full-time nanny for 5 months for our 11 month daughter (B.), and she's been great! She is extremely reliable and trustworthy, and she is...

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J'nai T.

Child Care

Chicago, IL

4.6(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 21 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hello , My name is JNai, I am 32 years old and I absolutely LOVE infants & children and have cared for over 100 children . I find caring for little ones to be very fulfilling and I enjoy being able to play a part in their lives as a friend and caregivers. My role is to establish a safe and healthy environment for infants and...

Andrew J. says "J'nai provided in-home care for our infant and did an excellent job. She took our son on a walk and even did arts and crafts. We highly recommend her!"

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Jeremy W.

Child Care Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I have been babysitting for 19 years, camp counseling for 6 summers and working as an after school teacher for 4 years. Roles include Site Director at YMCA, assistant camp director, and lead after school teacher. When I babysit, I like to play with toys and games, play sports outside, and do fun projects. I have scootered with...

David M. says "Jeremy was great with my son and daughter. He had activities planned and was very engaging. My kids had a blast and I would definitely hire him again."

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Dulce S.

Child Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
As a natural caregiver with 21 years of experience since I do have6 kids of my own and 2 grandchildren, I'm passionate about supporting families and positively impacting children's lives. My calm, patient, and friendly nature creates a nurturing environment for children to thrive. I prioritize clear communication with parents,...

Care Member says "Highly recommend, will hire again. "

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Charleton K.

Crafty And Fun Child Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have roughly 4 years of experience with watching after children. I can help with picking up or dropping off places. I am able to help with homework, chores, errands, and any other things you may need. I'm a junior in college with a major in early childhood education. I love to be around children, they make me feel happy...

Aaron N. says "Fantastic nanny and caregiver. Gives her full attention to the ones in her care, bringing things for projects and activities. Excellent at providing and...

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Anna L.

Sweet And Caring Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am a first year graduate student at Rush University Medical Center pursuing my doctorate in Audiology. Originally from Colorado, I moved to Chicago last year to start school and love living here! I have 5 years experience nannying and babysitting for kids from ages 2 months to 12 years and the family I was with the longest...

Chelsea A. says "Anna is wonderful! Such a relaxed and conscientious person who has been amazing with our newborn, 2 year old, 4 year old, and dog! She has babysat and is...

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Lindsey M.

Creative, Fun And Reliable Part/Full Time Care Giver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hey there! My name is Lindsey and I have triplet brothers (now 12 years old!) that I've helped raise since infancy. I am very familiar with what it takes to take care of multiples at every stage of life from 0-12. I also spent my time in school baby sitting two sweet girls (ages 2 and 6) on a regular basis. Most recently I...

Allison S. says "Lindsey was referred to me by our nanny, whose judgment I trust well! She is very sweet and my kids like spending time with her. I feel comfortable with...

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Brenda M.

Excellent Care With Children Of All Ages; Provide Total Housekeeping Duties

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
My name is Brenda, I'm looking for part time childcare job for the summer and a little about me I've been a nanny for 10+ years, I have experience working with infant as early as two weeks. I help with sleeping training to up to potty training. Looking forward to find a good family. Please feel free to message me and I have tons...

Greta P. says "Our family has had the privilege of working with Brenda over the past 3 years. Brenda started with us when our daughter was a newborn. She helped us...

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Kisha J.

You Will Not Regret Hiring Me To Care For Or Look After Your Little Ones!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
My name is Kisha, I am 20 with 4 years of experience caring for kids. I come from a large family which gave me plenty of opportunity to play around with kids and learn to care for them responsibly. I am currently a full time pre law student and looking forward to the day I call myself a lawyer. I adapt easily. Maybe your little...

Nasser A. says "Kisha was a fantastic babysitter for our one-year-old son. She was attentive, engaging, and safety-conscious. She was right on time and was able to calm...

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Child care centers in Chicago, IL

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Jumpstart Early Learning Academy

7559 W ADDISON ST CHICAGO, IL

3.0(1)

State license verified

At J.E.L.A our mission is to uncover the gifts and talents of students, so that they can reach their fullest potential. Our program consists of both teacher initiated and child initiated activities where the role of the teacher is to create learning experiences for children via direct instruction and as they move through various...

Myrna M. says "Great spot for affordable care! Very convenient and offers all day care. They offer both English and Spanish immersion which is great. "

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CONCORDIA PLACE

3855 N SEELEY AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Entrusting your child to our care is a decision made easier by the security and safety built into every facet of Concordia. Experienced teachers connect your child’s curiosity with fun activities that support cognitive, social, and physical development. Our centers were designed with your child’s changing needs in mind;...

Thea C. says "They have been really great with Ronan! He has been there since he was 2 yrs old and he is 4 yrs old now! He has really thrived there!"

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CHILDRENS CREATIVE CENTER

2046 W BELMONT AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(4)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Our academic environment goes beyond traditional teaching methods. It is rooted in a deep-seated belief that establishing meaningful connections between students and teachers is the cornerstone of achieving holistic development and outstanding academic outcomes. We understand that education is not solely about academics. It’s...

Care Member says "Children's Creative Center (CCC) has been an incredible experience for our son. The facility is not only safe and caring but also a vibrant environment...

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State of Illinois Child Development Center

160 N LA SALLE ST # N201 # N201 CHICAGO, IL

5.0(5)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
At State of Illinois Child Development Center, we offer a wide range of care to meet the unique needs of every child. With our experienced and passionate team, you can trust that your child will receive the highest quality care and attention.

Elizabeth G. says "The care and the communication that the teachers provide I would say to be top tier. I have never had an issue when it came to this center. They have...

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Kiddie College Learning Center

2845 W 71ST ST CHICAGO, IL

4.0(5)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Kiddie College Learning Centers are committed to providing a fun, safe, learning environment for our children and the community. We offer programs such as Spanish class, and developmentally appropriate activities for our little scholars. In addition, we offer small classrooms that focus on the whole child and we love to get our...

Care Member says "Kiddie college staff is so hands on & just knowledgeable of what my child needs. I truly trust them with taking care of my child."

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  • 5,592 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.8

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL

Child Care Providers in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 938 reviews of the 5,338 listed child care providers

Renata M.

Renata is a wonderful human being and nanny! She took excellent care of our three children from infancy into the preschool years, including...

- Liz R.

Maria A.

Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much. She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also...

- Care member

Caroline H.

Callie is great with my almost 2 yo son and 4 yo daughter. She plays with them inside, takes them outside and makes sure they are having...

- Christina S.

Common questions about child care in Chicago, IL

Child care costs in Chicago, IL can vary widely based on the type of care your family needs, your child’s age, and the schedule you’re looking for. Hourly rates often differ for nannies, babysitters, and other child care providers, with higher costs typically associated with infant care, multiple children, or full-time support. Many families start by estimating their budget with the Care.com child care cost calculator and then explore how rates compare across care types by reviewing average child care costs to better understand what to expect.
Families in Chicago, IL can choose from several child care options based on their schedule, budget, and the level of consistency they need. Many families work with nannies who provide regular, in-home care and support daily routines, while others rely on babysitters for part-time, after-school, or occasional care. Some households may also consider live-in nannies, which can be a good fit for families who need extended coverage or more flexible hours. Additional options may include caregivers who help with school pick-ups, homework, meals, or bedtime routines. Understanding the full range of possibilities can make it easier to find the right fit, and a complete list of child care options can help families compare care types and responsibilities.
Finding reliable child care in Chicago, IL often starts with clearly defining your family’s needs, such as schedule, budget, and the type of care that works best for your children. Many families compare caregiver experience, availability, and reviews from other parents before scheduling interviews or trial days. It can also help to divide the search and evaluation process between caregivers or partners, especially when juggling busy schedules, and some families take a more organized approach to finding child care together. Taking time to ask thoughtful questions, check references, and discuss expectations upfront can help ensure a dependable and long-term care match.
When choosing a child care provider in Chicago, IL, it’s important to look for experience with your child’s age group, a caregiving style that aligns with your family’s values, and clear communication habits. Many families also consider reliability, flexibility with schedules, and how comfortable the provider is handling daily routines like meals, naps, and activities. Reviewing references, reading feedback from other families, and having open conversations about expectations can help you assess trust and fit. A provider who is attentive, consistent, and responsive can make a meaningful difference in your child’s day-to-day care.
When interviewing a child care provider in Chicago, IL, focus on questions that help you understand how they would care for your child in real-life situations. Many families ask about experience with specific age groups, how a provider handles discipline, routines, and unexpected challenges, and what a typical day of care looks like. It’s also helpful to discuss communication preferences, reliability, and comfort with responsibilities like meals or transportation. Asking thoughtful babysitter interview questions and following proven tips for interviewing nannies can help you feel more confident as you compare candidates and move toward a hiring decision.

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