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467 in home child care are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years
In home child care in Chicago, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience cleaning homes for busy customers. More than 200 five stars reviews (at the former job) Friendly, detailed oriented, non-toxic cleaning products. Let me help you with your busy life!
Melisa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Tatiana. I have 15 years experience with nannying and 8+ years that included House Management and Personal Chef Services. I have always gotten so much joy caring for children and being an integral part of your family's function and growth. I am currently seeking a part time position and would love the opportunity...
Tatiana can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tatiana worked with our family for over a year. She was unflappable in the daily chaos of three young children, and was reliable in getting our children to and from school and other activities. She is a strong driver and took our kids on fun excursions all over the...
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Elizabeth M.
Chicago, IL
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced And Professional Housekeeper Looking To Make Your Home Sparkle
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am currently working independently as a housekeeper. I love interacting with the families whose homes I clean and also babysitting and petsitting, especially dogs!
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
"Elizabeth cleaned my apartment in Ravenswood and she worked a miracle in such short notice! Communication is clear, my place is clean and she is a trustworthy professional. I highly recommend!"
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Tavion D.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Reliable And Caring Nanny With Flexible Hours And Experience In Child Development
5.0
(6)
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
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!
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Jacquie S.
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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great job with our 4-month old. She was punctual, communicated well, and made our baby happy."
Daniel P.
Talya T.
Chicago, IL
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, Honest ,Loving, Experience, Professionalism, Self-Motivated, Organized
4.9
(15)
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, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tayla was amazing with our boys and I would recommend her to anyone looking for help! She was extremely kind and caring, and made sure our children were well taken care of. She was kind, compassionate, and always reassured me that our babies were in good hands! We...
Kristi C.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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! "
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Maria R.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.6
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maria, I am 24 years old and very interested in your job posting. I have been a teacher assistant for the past years and started my nanny career 5 years ago. I am looking for a full-time position. A little bit of my history: I have been caring for children for the pasts years at Daycare centers and home...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is very motivated and outgoing. She is responsible and knows how to treat people fairly. "
Lizbeth D.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! I'm a certified postpartum doula and I've worked with families my entire adulthood. 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 breastfeeding and/or bottle feeding, and I fully support families on the feeding journey that works...
Carrie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carrie helped us with our newborn daughter for a few months and we can't say enough. She was great for both her and us as new parents. Highly recommend."
Andrew A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi parents!
Little about me- I grew up in Florida with 2 older brothers both nearly a decade older than me (but moved away from home to Chicago over 6 years ago). By the time I was in high school all my brothers friends had babies I was stuck watching on the weekends (I secretly enjoyed it). When I got to college I decided to...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie was an amazing nanny to my 11 months old. They quickly became friends. Katie is sweet, fun, and very proactive. I would 100% hire her again."
Aurelie P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love adventuring with your little ones and creating forever memories! Long lasting relationships and consistency are important for little ones so it's always my top priority!
My skills include organization, creating peace in the home, and fun experiences! Light housekeeping, laundry, and everyday home care are things I...
Dakota can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Kota has been babysitting our children for over 2 years. She is great. The kids love her and we consider her part of the family. She not only watches them on date nights, but she is the only person we have allowed our kids to stay with for a week at a time while we...
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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: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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. "
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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
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents! I have over 10 years past work experience as a Nanny. Being patient, caring, reliable, and understanding are traits I possess. Also, I am currently CPR and First Aid certified through Red Cross for both infants and adults. I have a valid driver's license with no record. I am an excellent cook and can provide...
Monique can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She is great with my sons & they just adore her. She helps with homework, make sure they are prepared for school the next day, as well as make sure they are well feed & ready for bed. I would definitely hire her again & again. Thank you so much for the excellent...
Tamia W.
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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lucy loves and great with children.
I trusted her so much.
Would hire her again."
Mirjam M.
Patricia R.
Chicago, IL
$20-24/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter And Tutor Available On Weeknights And Weekends.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Patricia was the best babysitter we ever had! She is super caring, responsive, and friendly. We trust her completely with our son"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a mom of 1, aunt of 3 nieces and 5 nephews most under the age of 11, I have cared for family and the children of our friends looking for a night out. I have taught Sunday school and assisted coaching elementary basketball teams in my home town and volunteer in the Veterans Community. Maintaining a regular schedule has allowed...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We just started working with Brooke and she is incredibly friendly and a pleasure to be around. She is very responsible and was flexible with our schedule. She was very engaging and patient with our 4 year old son. He felt very comfortable around her from the...
Ronna K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am interested in your position and wanted to tell you about myself. I have four years of professional nanny experience. With my most recent family when I started the kids were 16 months and three. I provided care for the children 7:30-5:30 Monday through Friday. I was responsible for their day to day schedules, driving...
Francheska can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Francheska was our Nanny for over 1.5 years. She was energetic and loving with our two young children (2 and 4). She was helpful with our puppy and reliable when driving our children to and from classes. We only parted ways because our children went to school full...
Care member
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
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. "
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Most recent reviews for in home child care in Chicago, IL
Tatiana H.
5.0
Tatiana worked with our family for over a year. She was unflappable in the daily chaos of three young children, and was reliable in getting our children to and from school and other activities. She is a strong driver and took our kids on fun excursions all over the city. Tatiana's role was hybrid...
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Elizabeth M.
5.0
Elizabeth cleaned my apartment in Ravenswood and she worked a miracle in such short notice! Communication is clear, my place is clean and she is a trustworthy professional. I highly recommend!
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Tavion D.
5.0
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 medication when he had some medical issues. I'd definitely hire Tavi again! She's reliable and caring.
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Elisabeth B.
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.
Maria B.
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, relaxed and confident. When...
- Marcy R.
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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 467 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 January, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $21.04 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 467 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 261 reviews of the 467 listed in home child care.