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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 my name is Karina and I am a graduate nursing student. I am looking for a very part time nanny job/or occasional babysitting needs! I was a summer/after school nanny for several years with all age groups. During my undergraduate degree, I worked as a CNA at a pediatric hospital. I have a passion for working with children...
Karina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hey there! I am Lisa, the fun aunt with a fur baby. I have 5 years experience as a nanny and would love to help with your babysitting needs. I have spent years in the restaurant industry so cooking and meal preparation comes easy. I also love a good craft finding creative ways to use excess material. Most nights and weekends I...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Taylor. I've been babysitting/nannying for families since I was 13 years old. I worked as a recreation leader for three summers for the Chicago Park District. I led groups of 20-25 girls through daily activities; crafts, games, field trips. I worked as an inclusion companion in the Summer of 2015. I nannyed an...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Samantha L.
Chicago, IL
$20-36/hr • 6 yrs exp
College Student With Applied Behavior Analysis And Childcare Experience.
I am a 26-year-old interested in a part time summer babysitting job before moving out of the state. For the past 2 years, I have worked at CST Academy/ Chicago ABA Therapy, which is a therapeutic preschool in Bucktown. There, I worked with children with autism (ages 2-6) as a behavior therapist. I received my undergraduate...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am 21 years old and am a student at North Park University. I started babysitting in middle school once I took a babysitting and CPR class. There are about 5 families that I have nannied for on a consistent basis, who range in age from newborns to 6th graders. This past summer as part of my job I volunteered at a Head Start...
Lucy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Victoria L.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have been a baby sitter for around 2 years, and in those 2 years, I have met many wonderful families and made great memories. It started with babysitting my younger cousins when family members were at work or at events. I learned to understand children and see them grow and develop. Being an elementary education major, I am...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Elizabeth N.
Chicago, IL
$14-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with children and have lots of experience caring for kids in many capacities. I have worked with kids ranging from 1 year to 14 years old. I have cared for children starting in high school and continued to the present. I have worked with children through nannying, tutoring, coaching, camp counselor, swim teaching,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Maya M.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 11 yrs exp
My name is Maya, and I am recent graduate from DePaul University! I am looking for a part time gig. I am a highly experienced sitter and have had numerous long-term babysitting jobs over the course of my high school and college years. I have worked consistently with the same families, and I am happy to provide references. In...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Noa Y.
Chicago, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Noa and I am a very caring, patient, and creative 28-year-old with over 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers with the American Red Cross CPR certification.
I love spending time with my family and friends, needle pointing, and traveling the world when I can. I have a bachelors...
Noa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Auriane L.
Chicago, IL
$22-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, Everybody. My Name Is Auriane And I Am A Brazilian Student Here In The US
Hello, family
I'd describe my personality as responsible, patience and understanding, I love outdoor activities or making crafts and arts.
I am really punctual and I follow instructions pretty good, right now am open for occasional jobs as babysitter. I am currently working for a nanny share and taking care of two babies from...
Skills:
CPR
Brigitte B.
Chicago, IL
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there! I just moved to the city a couple months ago and i'm looking for a part time job nannying or babysitting. I have about two years of experience nannying as well as teaching dance to children ages 3-12.
Brigitte can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Not only am I an eldest child, but I've also had experience working in schools doing recess and lunch duty, teaching art classes, and babysitting younger cousins while their parents were away. I'm positive and happy, and it's hard not to smile when I'm taking care of children. I'm a cat lover and have two of my own, and my...
Hello families! My name is sophia , I am 22 and a recent college graduate. I have 8+ years of babysitting experience, providing care for children ranging between the ages 0-13. I also currently work as a part time gymnastics via coach, teaching kids between the ages 2-9 and it's been such a fun experience being able to teach...
Taylor A.
Chicago, IL
$20-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I am a recent college grad who just moved to Chicago! I've babysat for most of my life and have experience with all ages. While enrolled at college I also worked at a pre-school part time where I formed great relationships with families and students! Looking for babysitting jobs! Happy to send references if needed.
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Hi, my name is Elise and I just moved to Chicago with my partner. I've been babysitting since I was a teenager, but I've been consistently nannying for families for nine years now, for all age ranges, from babies to preteens. Additionally, I work with large groups of children in my occupation as a children's party entertainer....
Elise can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elise cared for our two girls after school for nearly a decade. She was an integral part of their lives, getting them to and from activities and helping with homework as well as piano and voice lessons. She is incredibly creative, thoughtful, caring - and great...
Care member
Lea H.
Chicago, IL
$21-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Lea! I worked at ECDC at Saint Mary's college, have been a nanny for the last two years, and I've had many years watching young kids including my nephews and nieces (3 total)! I have nannied for three families in Chicago since living here, all under 1-year-old. We still keep in touch for date nights but they...
Skills:
Early Education
Camila S.
Chicago, IL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Camila, an experienced and reliable babysitter with a passion for caring for children of all ages. With 5 years of experience, I've had the pleasure of working with kids from toddlers to pre-teens, and I always strive to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment. Whether it's helping with homework, organizing...
Camila can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Danielle I.
Chicago, IL
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Danielle! I have been babysitting since I was in 8th grade. I'm currently in an accelerated Nursing program as my second degree and graduate in December! Prior I worked at an OBGYN office.
I have a lot of experience babysitting all ages starting from twin newborns to 10-11-year-olds! I am a Certified Nursing Assistant...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Callie and I've been babysitting/nannying for 15+ years. I come from a loud, fun home and am the second oldest in a family of 6 girls (yes, all girls! With 2 sets of twin sisters!) I have experience with children of all ages and am comfortable caring for multiple children as well as households with pets! (I'm a proud...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Lindsey B.
Chicago, IL
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have years of experience over the years, whether it was nannying or watching friends and families kids. I have a car so I am able to do any carpooling or errands. I am a responsible, caring, and organized person. I currently work in real estate and work fully remote. Because of this I am looking to regularly babysit or nanny...
Lindsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
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 2,335 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 $19.93 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 1,008 reviews of the 2,335 listed babysitters.