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443 in home child care are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years
In home child care in Chicago, IL
Joanna S.
Chicago, IL
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Highly Responsible Nanny, CPR/First Aid Certified
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for a House manager or nanny position at a high end home.
I have 12 years+ of a professional Family assistant , Property/House manager and nanny experience.
Through all those years I've been caring for newborn infants, toddlers and preschoolers through teenage age. I was also employed as an Estate, property...
Joanna can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Joanna in December to care for our 4 year old daughter after school hours. Joanna was amazing! She was dependable, trust-worthy, kind and caring and always communicative and punctual. This was a part-time, short term position that was cut even shorter...
Beth W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My past child care experience included children ranging from 8 months to 10 years of age. I was responsible for dropping off and picking up children from school and various activities, as well as providing a safe home environment for children while parents were not home. Duties also included cooking children breakfast, lunch and...
Bernadette can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I would highly recommend Bernadette. She has babysat for me at day and night time and done a great job. My kids love her. She even took care of one when he was sick and did an awesome job!"
Kaysie M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
I have a degree in Marketing Comm & have also worked as a nurse assistant at Hinsdale Hospital. I am current on CPR, First Aide & AED, ServeSafe, etc. I have also babysat for children at their homes. I'm open to providing care to any age as I enjoy providing care, nurturing, and compassion to those in need. I'm also a mother to...
Florence can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Flo is great. She’s on time and communicative, and our four year old really likes her. We will definitely work with her again."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am 52 years old and I have been happily married for 28 years. I have 2 grown children. My husband and I currently live in Norwood Park Chicago. I have over 30 years experience working with children of all ages in daycares, churches, nursery schools, babysitting, nannying and the best and the most rewarding experience that I...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Jennifer was wonderful with my two boys. She entertained them and they had lots of fun. She did a great job taking care of my boys and is willing to help with anything else I needed. "
Michele M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in a professional setting with special needs children and children on the autism spectrum in both the school setting and home. I have experience working with newborns, toddlers, elementary aged children, middle school and high school aged children. I love the creativity and silliness that comes when working with...
Hailey can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Hailey is wonderful! we met her last year when she was a sub for my nanny for a week and connected well with my children immediately. She has come back multiple times to help with babysitting on the weekends and we love her! My kids are always excited to see her....
Julia V.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a college graduate from DePaul University. I'm willing to work any days to help out parents in need. I grew up with a big family and lots of cousins, so I am very comfortable with children, I know how to make them laugh, feel happy and safe. I love to read and educate children. I have experience in changing diapers,...
Gentiana can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Gentiana has all the qualities you could ever ask for in a caregiver. 100% reliable, punctual, and amazing with children. I hired her to work for my family daycare working with kids ages 4 months old through 6 years old. The transition was seamless. She is a...
Mersiha D.
Maria Luisa N.
Chicago, IL
$28/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am Maria and I am 58years old. I have 4 grown up kids, and I am so proud of them. I was born in the Philippines, and did 2 years of college. I studied BSE . majoring in Mathematics. I have worked as a babysitter for 7 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. And give my 101% to my work. I love children since my kids are...
Maria Luisa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Luisa is truly AMAZING - she has years of experience, trustworthy, very loving/warm, thoughtful, energetic and a great cook. She worked full time caring for my 3 month old baby and 3.5yr old daughter. My son and daughter love her! Working with children is her...
Tonianne R.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello families, My name is Nilceli, and I'm 30 years old and am looking for a nanny position, open to either full time, nanny share or part time with the right family. I speak English and Portuguese fluently, I am also trained in CPR and First Aid. I have worked with many families and made amazing connections, I enjoy working...
Nilceli can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nilceli and I worked together at a child care facility for children with special needs for a number and years. Nilceli was always a favorite amongst the kids and she knew how to brighten anyone's day. She's caring and understanding and doesn't like hard times get...
Devin A.
Lauren M.
Chicago, IL
$20-100/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Do you need childcare this winter when your kids are off school or you need to get some errands done? I can help! I can take care of multiple children at once with ease. My approach to interpersonal conflicts between children/siblings is careful, thoughtful, and always with understanding. I can create games, art projects, and...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren is a truly gifted caregiver. She has been watching my two grade school aged boys three days a week during the pandemic (January - June 2021). I couldn't be happier with the care, support, skills, and fun she has given them. She is clearly very smart and has...
Julia R.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Patricia. I'm a psychologist from Venezuela. And I have really good experience working with children. I am a very friendly person, I like to laugh and I am very responsible. I love crafting, especially painting and drawing. In my home country, I studied psychology, therefore I had the opportunity to work with children...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Patricia took excellent care of our 1 year old son. She cooked meals for him and took care of light household duties on behalf of our little boy. We enjoyed working with Patricia and she'll be greatly missed. We would hire her again should the opportunity arise :-)...
Raven M.
Maryann H.
Chicago, IL
$18-19/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! Just a friendly, fun, and responsible student who loves to not only take care of kids and teens, but be a role model for them when they need it! I enjoy helping families who need some assistance with managing their kids, and making them feel comfortable with being able to do what they need to do while their kids are...
Maryann can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maryann watched our 5 year old and 2 year old boys during the week and weekends. She was easy to communicate with and sweet with our boys. They enjoyed playing outside, coloring, reading, going to the zoo and other activities with her.
Additionally Maryann...
Kirk T.
Bonnie K.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love kids and have been babysitting since I was 13 :) I grew up in Northbrook and was raised by a great family. I'm fun, energetic, and outgoing, and will gladly help your child with homework, hours of fun and play, art projects, taking them places, cooking, etc. I teach English to Spanish-speakers and also have...
Bonnie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Bonnie was wonderful with my 2 and 4 year old daughters. She was actively engaged in connecting and playing with them. "
Lindsey G.
5.0
(3)
Hi, my name is Genevieve and I am a devoted and reliable child caregiver with 18+ years of experience. I've worked primarily with newborns and toddlers but enjoy working with children of all ages.
In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, arts and crafts, baking, gardening and DIY projects at home.
Here are some of my experience...
Genevieve can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jenny was our nanny for almost 2 years. She did an excellent job of taking care of our daughter, taking her to activities, and she was always neat and organized in our house. I trust her completely and she really cares about her kiddos. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alayna! I am 20 years old and in college. I have been a payed babysitter/nanny for 5 years. I am getting my degree in Early childhood Development so that I can put my nurturing heart to use professionally. I'm a College volleyball athlete with lots of energy and I will never get tired of entertaining/taking care...
Alayna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Very vibrant personality. Son adapted to her after two times of meeting. He likes her and we do too."
Care member
Siena P.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Siena and I am back home from UC Santa Barbara! I am working on my BS in Biopsychology but am looking to start nannying again this summer! I have babysat since I was growing up in Evanston and am eager to start again. I currently live in Lakeshore East and am very familiar with Chicago. In my free time I love...
Siena can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
""We had the pleasure of Siena caring for our 4-month-old son, M, and we highly recommend her. With a background in Biopsychology and extensive babysitting experience, Siena was more than a caregiver—she became a true partner in M.'s happiness and...
Mcdonald P.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Adrian but most of the kiddos in my life call me "Adie", because that tends to be easier to say (especially for little ones). I have a background in both group and home atmospheres and over 20 years childcare experience in both classroom and nanny positions. I began teaching preschool at the age of 15 and after...
Adrian can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is creative, energetic, polite, an avid reader, artistic, and very loving. She does not yell at kids, but explains how to do things and the reasons for doing things in certain ways. She laughs a lot with kids and celebrates the uniqueness of each child."
Suzanne J.
Bianca T.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Bianca! I graduated from Indiana University in 2023, and have nearly 10 years of nanny and babysitting experience. I've worked with children between the ages of newborn and 11 years old. I have experience with diaper changing through helping kids with homework, and I love keeping the kids active. I also...
Bianca can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I were looking for a sitter last minute for a date night and Bianca came to the rescue! She is super sweet and our kids really like her!"
Leah A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I currently hold a position as a nanny for 2 wonderful children. I am looking for a new position because the kids will both be in school full-time and the hours are just not enough for me to continue on with them. Prior to this position, I have worked as a babysitter, a mother's helper, a daycare provider out of my home, a...
Sandra can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Sandy has been our full-time nanny for the past two years caring for our children who are now 5 & 7. She always arrives at our home with a smile on her face and a lot of energy. Sandy has been incredibly reliable. Throughout the day she engages the kids playing...
Jennifer K.
Irna L.
Chicago, IL
$17-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello there! I'm a 22-year-old part time student. Over the years I've achieved my experience with kids as a part time assistant at a home daycare. I also have watched over my nieces from the young age of 1. I have been in care of children ranging from 8months-13yrs. I am a firm believer that kids are our future and we have so...
Irna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Alana! I am a gap year premedical student from Chicago! I am a reliable, positive, and creative individual. I have 5 years experience in after school care programming as well as babysitting. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, and Homework Assignments. During college, I was a tutor for...
Alana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Trustworthy, nurturing, and flexible! One of the best!"
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Most recent reviews for in home child care in Chicago, IL
Joanna S.
5.0
I hired Joanna in December to care for our 4 year old daughter after school hours. Joanna was amazing! She was dependable, trust-worthy, kind and caring and always communicative and punctual. This was a part-time, short term position that was cut even shorter due to the COVID-19 virus. I would...
- Beth W.
Bernadette R.
5.0
Bernadette is not only a wonderful caregiver but a great all around person. It was a pleasure having Bernadette in our home watching our son, who was 7-12 months old while in her care. After our first meeting with Bernadette it was easy to see she was trustworthy and reliable. I wish the best of...
- Tiffany Z.
Florence N.
5.0
Ms. Flo was so kind to our kids and dogs! She had patience with all three kids and two our dogs and they all had a blast. I would definitely recommend her.
- Care member
Jennifer V.
5.0
Jennifer was wonderful with my two boys. She entertained them and they had lots of fun. She did a great job taking care of my boys and is willing to help with anything else I needed.
- Michele M.
Hailey T.
5.0
Hailey is wonderful! we met her last year when she was a sub for my nanny for a week and connected well with my children immediately. She has come back multiple times to help with babysitting on the weekends and we love her! My kids are always excited to see her. She is supportive and kind, leaves...
- Julia V.
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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 443 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 $21.46 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 443 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 443 listed in home child care.