My name is Alita, and I am a dedicated childcare professional with over three years of experience working with children from 3 months to 6 years old. My background includes:
- **1 year and 3 months** as an assistant teacher in Thailand
- **1. 5 years** as an Au Pair
- **1 year** working in a home daycare setting
I have...
Alita can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Hello, I'm Rachel! A little about me: I am a 26-year-old from Chicago, I have a 6-year-old pup named Koda, & some of my favorite hobbies include painting, exercising, & cooking new recipes at home! I have about 8 years of full time nanny experience & about 4 years of house management experience. I would consider myself a very...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Hi, I worked at a school helping out as a teacher's aide for Pre-4, Kindergarten and 1st grade. Reading, arts and crafts, and learning to tie shoes were the most popular activities I participated in! I have also donated my babysitting services for a silent auction and was in the middle of a bidding war (the bid ended up to be...
Damaris can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Hello,
Choosing a nanny is one of the most important decisions parents will make and I am hoping the following information about myself makes your decision a bit easier.
Above all, I believe children learn best through play. This theory drives my practice with young children whether working with them in their home, school or...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi I'm Drew, I'm a senior from Indiana University finishing my degree in Early Childhood Education with concentrations in Special Education and Child Development. I moved to Chicago to complete my student teaching as a part of an Urban Education program and have decided to make the move permanent this May! I like to do yoga,...
Drew can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
I am a PreK special education teacher and an PhD student at UIC on Sabbatical this year. I have years of experience teaching and babysitting since my parents own a home daycare. I love kids and playing with them! I love exploring the city and all its resources! I am CPR and First Aid certified. I speak Spanish and have a car for...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision
I'm a hard worker that is enthusiastic about cleaning. A tidy space is highly important for one's sanity. I enjoy making a home appear well kept and peaceful. I strive to do a great job all the time.
I raised three kids and was a stay-at-home mom for 13 years, and a single mom for 18. I've lived and seen everything possible when it comes to raising children. I find babies and kids fascinating and funny even when they're being challenging. I have tons of patience, great with logistics (from post-kid jobs). I'm incredibly...
I have been working with children ages 3 months and up for over 13 years. My experience includes being a child care provider at a Head Start, babysitting, camp counselor, private tutor, and special education teacher. Safety and health is my number one priority when caring for children. I have experience planning and implementing...
I have a bachelor's degree in early childhood education. I was a lead infant teacher for over 10 yrs. I have been a high school teacher for the last 9 years. I am currently transitioning back to teaching younger ages. I love dogs. I am married with a 15yr old child. I teach, so my schedule is limited until the summer.
I'd...
Hello! My name is Colby and I'm currently a student at DePaul University. Originally I'm from San Antonio, TX, so the downside is that I have no car, but will happily anywhere or walk. Since I was 15 I took care of lots of kids from my neighborhood back home and volunteered at day cares, but stopped for a year when I left for...
Hello! I am a recent graduate living in Roscoe Village with lots of Nannying/Babysitting experience. I have over six years experience caring for children and value being a fun person that your kids will be excited to see!
I have provided long term care to six families at my home in Utah, with kids ranging from ages 1-10. Some...
Alexa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Hello, I have 10+ years of caregiving experience. I have worked with single child homes and multi-children households. I am a hands on caregiver who loves to do activities with the kids. I am energetic, friendly and respectful of family rules. I am bilingual and I am open to speaking Spanish with children who are learning or are...
Norma can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
For 10 years, my mom was the director of an in-home daycare facility and I assisted her with the children there. The summer I was 14, I spent a week upstate as a nanny to my 1-year-old and 2-month-old cousins. I was a nanny for a family with a 7 and 3-year-old. I also occasionally care for two children ages 3 and 1.
Haley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Hello, my name is Sneha and I look forward to meeting you!
I have spent over 10 years working with children and families at home, in schools, and in clinics. I have experience with pick ups, drop offs, prepping meals, and love to play and encourage expression.
Sneha can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Hi, I'm Charli and I'm a preschool teacher and graduate student getting my Master's in Elementary Education. While I'm home on summer break, I'm looking for more jobs in childcare! I'm an enthusiastic, reliable, and creative individual with around 8 years of babysitting and nannying experience, and two years of preschool/early...
Charlise can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hi, I'm Candace!
I'm 27 and am looking for some extra work in babysitting, homework help, light housekeeping, and errands.
I grew up with a stay at home mom and all home cooked meals. I now really enjoy cooking myself so I'd be happy to help with that as well :)
Through volunteering with children from my church, I gained...
I like working with kids because, so long as I'm caring for them, I get to explore the world through the eyes of a child. I get to learn about to world all over again with them and fall in love with all of the little things.
I am a very artistic person! I love finding new creative outlets to express myself! Lately, I've been...
I have over 10 years of experience babysitting and nannying. I can help with light housekeeping and laundry and meal prep. I love working with kids of all ages, especially little ones. I am comfortable with pets in the home as well. Currently working part-time as a gymnastics instructor in River West, so my availability is...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hi there! I am a dependable and creative individual who loves working with children of all ages. I have helped teach Sunday School at my local church for children ages infant to 12 for the past 5 years and have had lots of consistent sitting jobs for weeks/months (even years!) at a time. My most recent position was Caregiver for...
Selena can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
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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 441 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 April, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $21.57 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 441 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 319 reviews of the 441 listed in home child care.