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2,335 babysitters are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Chicago, IL
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lynneah.. and I'm a fourth year neuroscience major at the University of Chicago. Because of the pandemic, I decided to take a break for a quarter or two and now I have much more time on my hands. Back in high school, I used to tutor through an after school care program and babysit my neighbor's kids. After high...
Lynneah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & 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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
I am an experienced medical assistant and phlebotomist, working to get into medical school. I love sports, specifically volleyball and pickleball! I am extremely creative and love DIY projects (knitting, crocheting, drawing, painting, legos, clay works). I am extremely energetic, spunky, and love to spend time with others. I am...
Alexandria can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
2.0
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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Elena and I have a big experience caring for children different ages: I worked with families as a nanny (live-in nanny also), also volanteered for a few years at children's camps as a camp counselor and worked as a swim instructor for almost a year at Big Blue Swim School (swim school for kids). Currently I'm a...
Elena can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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
Hello, my name is Brigette! I'm originally from Lincoln, NE but live in Chicago for my current job as a flight attendant. Previously I was a nanny for five years and have extensive knowledge about children from newborns to preteens.
My first year as a nanny I lived in Paris, France and cared for three beautiful children. There...
Brigette can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Shannon S.
Chicago, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time/Part-Time Babysitter who Loves Kids and Arts and Crafts.
Hi, I am Shannon. I am 29. I work in distribution but miss nannying immensely and am looking for a part time opportunity.
I was brought up well in a big loving family (I'm one of 20 grandkids!). This is where my experience of taking care of multiple kids began. I've always carried that protective mothering nature with me....
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I am a college graduate from DePaul University. I'm willing to work any days to help out parents in need. I grew up with a big family and lots of cousins, so I am very comfortable with children, I know how to make them laugh, feel happy and safe. I love to read and educate children. I have experience in changing diapers,...
Gentiana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Gentiana has all the qualities you could ever ask for in a caregiver. 100% reliable, punctual, and amazing with children. I hired her to work for my family daycare working with kids ages 4 months old through 6 years old. The transition was seamless. She is a...
Mersiha D.
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
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
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, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and nannying as my full time gig since 2019 have acquired lots of experience watching children of all ages
Grace can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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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 2,335 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 $19.95 per hour as of January 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 1,023 reviews of the 2,335 listed babysitters.