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2,345 babysitters are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Chicago, IL
Hello!!
My name is Peggy and I'm a fully vaccinated CPS teacher looking ahead to summer and hoping to find consistent nannying, babysitting, and/or tutoring gigs!
I grew up in St. Louis, MO, have a lot of cousins and have been babysitting for almost 20 years. I moved to Chicago for grad school in 2017 and have lived here ever...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Kari S.
Chicago, IL
$12-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter/House Sitter/Pet Care Giver/ Tutor/ Nanny
I have 10 years of experience in babysitting and 6 years experience in tutoring children of all ages. I am a full time law student at DePaul University and I graduated in 2020 from Miami University with a 3. 74 GPA. My undergraduate education was in economics and math. I tutored several kids in the spring and acted as a tool to...
Kari can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and caring person. I have one child of my own, so I am excellent with children and babies and always treat them like they are my own. I also learn a lot as they grow....
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 2020 college graduate that is born and raised in Chicago. I currently work as an event server at a restaurant and event staff for the Blackhawks. In 2021, I worked as a cooking instructor and counselor at a 7-week, all girls sleep-away summer camp in Maine. I instructed 5 classes a day with a max of 20 girls in each...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I'm Chase, an experienced caregiver of 4+ years with a passion for children 6 mo-12y, as well as individuals with intellectual disabilities of all ages! I have experience in a variety of settings and ages, and currently work with children 2-12 providing ABA therapy in a clinic. I enjoy arts and crafts activities,...
Chase can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
My name is Myles and I'm 22 years old. I am a recent graduate of the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign where I graduated with a degree in Elementary Education. I am an enthusiastic and creative person. I am reliable, hardworking and patient. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I have JCC Apachi Day Camps for...
Myles can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a grad student at Loyola Chicago working on my masters in Social Work. I have 15+ years of experience working with kiddos of all ages. I also have 5+ years working as the director of a summer camp for campers in 5th and 6th grade. I love any chance I get to hang out with kids and am excited to get the chance to...
Elisabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
I have worked professionally as both a nanny and a public school educator. I have a BFA with a focus on arts education from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and completed my student teaching in a montessori setting, which has greatly influenced my approach to childcare. I previously worked as a nanny, caring for a...
Augustine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Amelia F.
Chicago, IL
$16-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Ambitious Babysitter Looking To Take Some Weight Off Your Shoulders!
Hi all! My name is Amelia, and I am currently a freshman at DePaul University in Lincoln Park. I am from Chicago so I am very comfortable navigating most parts of the city! I have 5 years of experience with ages 10months-13 years old, with as many as 5 kids at a time. I am willing to help out around the house, with homework,...
Amelia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
To whom it may concern,
Hello, my name is Erin. I am a 29-year-old female born and raised in Chicago. I have experience babysitting for family and friends from the early age of 14. I enjoy the company of children/babies and find that taking care of children is a very humbling experience. The most notable babysitting experience...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Hi everyone! My name is Armani and I am a medical student looking for a babysitting/nannying position. I have loved working with kids since I was about 15 years old. I worked in summer camps, beginning in 2016, with children ages 2-5. Before I graduated from Trinity College with a BS in Neuroscience, I worked at a daycare with...
Armani can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Molly!
I'm a recent SCAD graduate, originally from Chicago, IL. I have 10+ years of experience working with kids, including three years at a YMCA overnight camp in Maryland. I love kids and I'm looking to find some full-time work. My schedule is flexible and I'll always do my best to accommodate!
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Lauren, I have nannied for a few families on a weekly basis. I'm looking for local families in the downtown Chicago area who need a sitter either to run errands or enjoy a nice night out on the town! I'd be happy to meet you and your kiddos beforehand and have references available!
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! :) I have 1 year of experience nannying for a family of two children. I graduated from Michigan State in 2019 with a degree in advertising. I have a full-time remote job as an insurance broker that is extremely flexible - mostly emails with limited phone calls. Preferably looking for a part-time nanny role. I can help...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
I have been a teacher for 6. 5 years and recently resigned from my teaching position to take on a new career. I still love working with kids! I taught middle school math, but I have experience working with children of all ages. Throughout my years at college, I worked at a daycare center during my breaks. Also, during my summer...
Skills:
First Aid
I am currently an enrichment teacher at a nearby preschool. I also teach dance to children ages 2-17 and have for the past 3 years. I am quite comfortable with many different age groups and can provide fun activities for them all. Any questions, just ask!
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always had a strong passion for children. My dream goal is to have 14 when I grow up, adopting 11 of them. I've watched kids from 6 months-11 years old and have been babysitting since I was in 7th grade! I took a babysitting class and am babysitting certified. I am super outgoing, super friendly and I'm almost always...
Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Kit and I am the oldest of five kids and have been a babysitting for 10 years. I love kids and have a ton of experience with them. I currently work full time but am looking to pick up jobs on nights and weekends!
Kit can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kaylee and I am a theatre artist and Chicago transplant. I've been babysitting for my family and other families in my neighborhood since I was 13. I've taken a safe-sitter course at Suburban Hospital and have babysat, nannied, and worked as a summer camp counselor for many years. I have a passion for the arts...
Kaylee can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have nearly 15 years of childcare experience beginning when I was still a child myself. I have taken care of kids of all ages. I enjoy using my imagination and creativity to entertain, learn with, and care for your kids. My family jokes that I am the baby whisperer so I can handle infant care as well. I am CPR certified and...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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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 2,345 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 $20.57 per hour as of February 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.
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 941 reviews of the 2,345 listed babysitters.