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2,340 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
Hi there! My name is Gaby. I come from a large family and have been babysitting since I was a freshman in high school. I've always helped out family members as well as neighbors and family friends. I'm good with instructions left by the parents and respectful with bed times and feeding times. Aside from taking care of your child...
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Currently I am a freelance worker with the Chicago Film Industry. I've done lighting on multiple TV shows and movies that came to the city over the last seven years. My hours are flexible as I am not on a show full-time at the moment and am bouncing around between productions.
I do have a car/reliable transportation. I'm...
Skills:
CPR
Meghan W.
Chicago, IL
$16-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I love kids! I've been babysitting several different families since I was 16 im now 23! I have a bachelors degree in nutrition science and am going to school for my masters degree. I work as a nutrition assistant!
Meghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
I am a former college volleyball player graduating in December from Roosevelt University. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 16 years old! I have babysat children from ages 1-13. I am very active and I love kids!
Ellen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! My name is Emily. I am a graduate of Michigan State University, studying Elementary Education and Child Development. I have been babysitting since 2009 and have loved doing it since the beginning. I have consistently babysat for three families and three others on a not so regular basis. Most of the families have had three...
Emily can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Maggie M.
Chicago, IL
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I have been babysitting for several years, including part time babysitting 4 kids one summer (12, 10, 7, and 2). I also worked , caring for kids that are on the spectrum. I am a current college student and thus have a rather flexible schedule.
Maggie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
I absolutely love children and have provided care for children of all ages and all capabilities. That includes newborn babies, toddlers, and children that have disabilities.
I am very flexible and can handle any specific directions left for me when sitting. I love to read and play outside with kids. I'm also a pretty good cook...
Kerrian can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am an animal welfare researcher at Lincoln Park Zoo and a past chid caregiver in my early 30s with previous teaching and nannying experience with children of all age groups. I nannied two girls ages 3 and 8 for two years and an infant for a year, plus babysitting at nights for children of all ages. I also taught at an art...
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have experience both babysitting for short periods of time as well as being a full time summer nanny for a family with 4 children. I am comfortable babysitting almost all ages and many children at once.
Looking for a family who may need weekend help, weeknight care, or just an extra pair of hands around the house.
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emily V.
Chicago, IL
$24-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Emily, I am 25 years old and I recently moved from Michigan to Lincoln Park. I received my degree at Western Michigan University in Education and Human Development concentrated in Child Development with a minor in Business. During and before my time at WMU I have spent extensive time with children through...
Emily can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello!
I'm Sophia, a 22-year-old triple language major at Loyola University Chicago. I love children and as one of five I have a lot of experience from babysitting my three younger siblings. I'm comfortable with children of all ages, and in addition to nannying I have been a private tutor of languages, math, and English for four...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hannah D.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a pediatric resident doctor at Rush and love kids of all ages, looking for date night and weekend jobs. I am comfortable with infants to teens, have been babysitting since I was a young teen myself, and currently see all ages in the healthcare setting. Please message me for more information!
Susana P.
Chicago, IL
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced And Lovely Nanny Looking For A Full Time Position
Hello, my name is Susana. I am 25 years old and I am from Merida -Venezuela. In 2014 I graduated from high school in Arzobispo Silva in my country, Then in 2015 I start to study Odontology in my country. In my little free time I worked as babysitter of two boys of 2 years in Venezuela . . I enjoy working with children in the...
Noelle M.
Chicago, IL
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as organized, resilient, and determined.
I like working with kids because I get the opportunity to learn from them as they learn from me. I am able to learn skills like patience, service, understanding, and flexibility. Children are absolutely brilliant, curious, and creative people.
I'm looking...
Vivian B.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Vivian and I might be just . As the oldest of 42 grandchildren, I got a very early start in childcare. I helped care for most of my younger cousins over the years, from changing diapers to picking up from sports practice. In my teens years, I expanded and became a staple babysitter for many families in my community as...
Vivian can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! I am interested in your position.
I am a mother of 4 and have enjoyed spending most of the last 20 years caring for them, managing our home, cooking healthy meals from scratch, babysitting on the side, and am now pursuing a masters in clinical mental health with a specialty in child and adolescent development
I like...
Hello everyone! My name is Callie P. I am 20 years old, and I am looking for a summer nanny position. I began babysitting five years ago and continued on to work at summer camp programs. When I turned 16, I worked at a daycare as a daycare assistant. I then began working as a nanny for ages 3 months, 18 months, and 2 years old...
Callie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ashley B.
Chicago, IL
$22-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced babysitter
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hi Families!
My name is Nellie and I am looking for a full time Summer nanny/babysitting position starting this May through late August. I would additionally be happy to continue through fall with reduced hours. (I am located near Loyola but willing to commute). I am a rising Junior in college at Depaul University.
I am a...
Nell can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Waralak C.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a caregiver, my passion lies in fostering the growth and development of children. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to support families by providing reliable childcare. I believe in open and consistent communication with parents, whether through written reports, text, or phone...
Waralak can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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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 2,340 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 $19.94 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 1,019 reviews of the 2,340 listed babysitters.