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446 in home child care are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years
What others are saying about in home child care in Chicago, IL
Tavi took care of my dog Gus on several occasions. He's an older dog (15) and needs some special care. She was even good about giving him…
Review for Tavion D. by Care member
Elisabeth (Lizzie) is simply wonderful! We adore her! Her personality is warm and loving. She is kind, patient, trustworthy and caring. She…
Review for Elisabeth B. by Jacquie S.
Leidy is the absolute best. She is amazing with kids, on top of all details, and was an extension of our family while she was employed with…
Review for Leidy H. by Care member
In home child care in Chicago, IL
Tavion D.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Reliable And Caring Nanny With Flexible Hours And Experience In Child Development
4.4
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Tavi, and I'm excited about the opportunity to provide loving and reliable care for your family. I've always had a passion for working with children and helping them learn, grow, and thrive in a nurturing environment.
I have experience mentoring children through my piano lessons and group classes, where I...
Tavion can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tavion was wonderful! We appreciated her communication style and felt very comfortable leaving our little one in her capable hands. She’s super responsive and very knowledgeable."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm so glad to meet you. My name is Elisabeth, and I'm 29 years old. I recently moved back home to Chicago last fall after being away for school since 2009. I have been working in childcare for over 10 years, and am excited to now have an extra degree in music to bring to the families with which I work.
During my...
Elisabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Elisabeth (Lizzie) is simply wonderful! We adore her! Her personality is warm and loving. She is kind, patient, trustworthy and caring. She is wonderful with our 7 year old son. He thinks she's the best!
"
Jacquie S.
Leidy H.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full - Time Bilingual Nanny Available To Start In January 2024
5.0
(3)
Hi families! My name is Leidy; I am a bilingual English & Spanish speaker. I am an enthusiastic, energetic, and experienced nanny who loves working with kids of all ages. I'm looking for week nights or weekends babysittings. I also do overnights. I have my own transportation and can drive to any location in the North Shore...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leidy has been caring for our children as either a weekend sitter or part time nanny (or both) over the last 6 years. She is extremely dependable and trustworthy. She sets limits but in a loving and even fun way. She is proactive in setting up play dates, taking...
Care member
4.9
(30)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in childcare since 2009, beginning with weekly babysitting in high school and transitioning to part-time nannying in college. I ended up nannying for a family in Little Italy for six years and it was one of the most important and incredible experiences of my life! The children are 9 and 11 now, but their...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is fantastic! She is the first sitter (outside of family) that we hired to watch our four month old daughter. Being a first time mom, I was quite anxious about leaving our daughter with someone new. As soon as I met Maria, my anxieties subsided. She is warm,...
Marcy R.
Talya T.
Chicago, IL
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, Honest ,Loving, Experience, Professionalism, Self-Motivated, Organized
4.9
(16)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving wife and mother for a one child, accomplished child care provider and established world traveler. I have worked on 3 different countries as a child care provider and has extensive experience with Autistic children. An established speaker of Turkish, English and Spanish(learning) languages. I have diploma on...
Talya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
" Talya was wonderful with our little one, she was patient and attentive to her needs. Our
little one adored Talya as well. It's a shame we had to move out of the area. "
Care member
5.0
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Empowerment, education and support are my goals as I work with families. Having been drawn to birth work for many years, I am so grateful to pursue my dream of serving as a postpartum doula. A lifelong love of learning keeps me motivated to continuously expand my knowledge through classes and personal study in this specialized...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amy is absolutely amazing. She worked as a nanny for our baby for 3 months, starting when he was 2 months old. She was supportive to us as parents and the baby LOVED her. We moved out of the state but would have loved to have taken Amy with us! "
Care member
Maria R.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.6
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maria, I am 25 years old and very interested in your job posting. I have been a teacher assistant for the past years and started my nanny career 7 years ago, and very passionate of what I do. I am looking for a full time position. A little bit of my history: I have been caring for children for the pasts years...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maria was the best nanny for my children she was very dependable trusted her completely with my two boys !!"
Adanari O.
5.0
(15)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! I'm a certified postpartum doula and I've worked with families my entire 15+ year career. I live in West Town but work all over the city. I have openings this spring and summer. I offer in home support shortly after birth, and I'm there to help you navigate all the highs and lows of new parenthood. I can help with...
Carrie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carrie is an exceptional caregiver and has been a blessing to our family adjusting to life with two littles at home after my newest addition joined us. She is reliable, thoughtful, knowledgeable, supportive and kind. All of the things you could hope for in a...
Sarah M.
Quatina J.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In my few years caring for children, I have been able to positively influence the minds of several children. Through this experience, I have been able to mold the values and morals of children. I believe that through these experiences I am having a positive influence on the children's lives, which is my main reason for wanting...
Quatina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tina is an incredible caregiver. She provides preschool and TK education to children starting at the age of 2. My daughter learned to write, identify colors, counting and more at the early age of 2. She has incredible patience and a personality that kids adore. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a dedicated professional nanny with 6 years of experience in caring for children of all ages. Currently, I'm working with a wonderful family, but I'm available for extra hours on Fridays.
I am known for my patience, creativity, and ability to connect with children on a personal level. I strive to create a fun and...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie came to work as a nanny with our family of 3 boys ages 6, 3, and 10 months during the COVID19 pandemic. She worked as a tutor for my kindergartener while also caring for the two younger boys. She is timely, responsible, and professional. One of my favorite...
Leora M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there families. I am excited to be working with you guys.
I am currently a stay at home mom with a background of infant and Toddler teacher for almost 4 1/2 years! I come with over a handful of references and so much experience!
I am experienced with working with children six weeks up until toddler age. I also personally...
Deanna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Deanna is very reliable and trustworthy. I can count on Deanna to get the job done in a timely manner and done well. She is always courteous, upbeat and well mannered"
Desrell S.
Lunga Q.
Chicago, IL
$26/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am seeking a fun loving family to accept me in their home as an extension of their family. I am honest, dedicated and professional. I have over 5 years experience working with infants, toddlers and school age children. I am currently caring for triplets that are 2. 5 and have been with them since they were about 9 months....
Lunga can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lunga worked for our family for 8 months and was always on time and very dependable. She was great at managing the baby's schedule, assisted with sleep training and helped with baby led weaning and introducing him to new foods. She is experienced and a very sweet...
Rebecca D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Brianna,
I am a 26-year-old behavior therapist living in Chicago, IL who will be relocating to SoCal within the next few months!
My ideal match would be a family looking for a part time nanny! If that sounds similar to your needs, I'll share a bit about myself-
I graduated in 2023 with a bachelor's degree in...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brianna was on time, great with my kids, and left things organized!"
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Donalisa! I like working with kids because working with kids is fun.
There's never a day that is the same with children. You get to be a part of a community that helps children learn, grow, and develop to their greatest potential. I have always had a passion for working with children.
I started working with kids when I...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Donalisa is wonderful! She is kind, calm, playful, dependable, and fully present with the kids. My children adore her, and always look forward her coming over to watch them. She is a real professional- I always feel relaxed and grateful knowing that my children...
Care member
Anna P.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr
5.0
(2)
I cared for children from infant to 17-year-olds, throughout the day and evenings. There are some nights when I would stay over night too. I would prepare meals, clean, make sure the kids are fed, bathed and put to bed. I assisted children with school homework and assigned homework.
I love being being around kids and animals....
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"My kids love Anna and look forward to her days coming to my home for childcare. Anna is very playful with my kids and entertains them with variety of play activities. She is always on time as well! We love her!"
Jess C.
Patricia R.
Chicago, IL
$20-24/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter And Tutor Available On Weeknights And Weekends.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Patricia, currently I am medical graduated. I am available to take care children between the ages of 1 month to 7 y/o. I take care of them at their home, play sports, board games, we go outdoors and assistance with homework . Also, I do light housework like mopping, dishes and prep meals. I am caring, responsible...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Patricia was great anticipated all my little one's need and didn't have to ask twice ! Thank you Patricia !"
Elizabeth K.
Bahti K.
Chicago, IL
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In recent years I have babysat and nannied children from ages 7 months-12 years of age. My child care experience includes before and after school care, and overnight care in the client's home. Some of the activities I enjoy doing with the kids are homework help, reading books, playing outdoors, and simple yet creative arts and...
Bahti can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Aicha D.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Aicha. I have 10 years of experience working as a nanny. I have experience with newborns and toddlers. I have worked for a family caring for twin girls from 4 months to 4 years. I was living closed to them when I start and still travel to their home when they moved. We were like family. I have also worked for a...
Aicha can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Aicha helped me with my twin girls for 3 years, starting from when they were only 4 months old. For the first half I was a stay at home mom and she was my right hand, then when I went back to school she held down the fort beautifully at home. She was a huge...
Aisha A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings!
I'm Kelly, childcare specialist, here to serve with compassion and relieve stress.
I am an experienced care giver with over 15 years experience working in daycare, recreational facilities and home care settings.
I am passionate about caring for children and LOVE what I do. My goal is to always provide exceptional...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Kelly was absolutely outstanding. Our son would not stop raving about her and how much he had fun. Highly recommend and would love to have back at our home. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am childcare professional with over 15 years of experience in the childcare field. I have accumulated valuable child care skills and knowledge while working in classrooms, summer camps, and private in home settings with children ranging from 3 months old to 12 years of age. I am highly dedicated to fostering nurturing...
Lucy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Lucy loves and great with children.
I trusted her so much.
Would hire her again."
Mirjam M.
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Chicago, IL
How do I find in-home child care near me in Chicago, IL?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Chicago, IL. There are 446 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.
How much does in-home child care near me cost in Chicago, IL?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of May, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $21.66 for in-home child care providers near you in Chicago, IL.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Chicago, IL?
You can compare 446 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.
Ratings for Chicago, IL in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
In Home Child Care in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 325 reviews of the 446 listed in home child care.