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2,463 infant babysitters are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years
Infant babysitters in Chicago, IL
5.0
(10)
Hired by 29 families in your neighborhood
CPR/Infant/Toddler/Adult/First Aid certified. Hire me for flex care needs. About me: For the last several years, I have been an educator and mentor for students in the Chicago Public School system. I lovingly work with students and parents around the city, fulfilling date night, back-up, and travel care needs.
Lana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lana is amazing. She took care of our 7-month old for a day and he immediately loved her. She came prepared with age-appropriate activities and games, narrated the day to help with language development, sang, and read books - plus helped with housekeeping and...
Stefanie W.
Catherine H.
Chicago, IL
$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Experienced, Affirming And Professional Evening And Weekend Care Giver Available
5.0
(2)
I am honored to be considered for caring for your child! I am a passionate health advocate and social worker. I graduated with my MSW from WashU in 2021, with a Child Behavioral Health and Health policy emphasis. I specialize in working with children with neurodivergence, and utilize a wholistic, strengths-based care approach....
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Cate to watch my 4 month old daughter when I went back to work and we could not have been happier with her! She was always on time and even arrived a few minute early. She was very organized, followed our instructions to a tee, and always kept us updated...
Madeline C.
Katie S.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for a very part time babysitting job for newborns and infants! I am looking for a family who is looking for assistance mainly on Fridays but I also have availability on Mondays. I live in Logan Square but I'm willing to commute if needed. My previous family completed a background check so I have that available to...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since 2007 mostly with newborn babies
Elena can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elena watched our six week old for the night and was absolutely wonderful! She was so warm, caring and knowledgeable about babies. We immediately felt comfortable with her and she even sent updates and pictures throughout the night. Bonus that she was also a big...
Elise W.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Jeanie, and I have been babysitting for over 10 years. I work with children ranging from newborn all the way to teenagers, and would love to believe that I am positive, energetic and caring babysitter. The kids love it when I keep them entertained and they love to learn too. While caring for them, I also make...
Jeanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jeanie is an incredible tutor. Initially I was apprehensive to tutor online, but quickly I realized that this was the right choice for me. From the beginning, she made sure to accommodate my learning style, and even constructed notes and a mini curriculum in order...
Care member
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I have previously worked with kids as young as infants and as old as teenagers. I also have experience as a music and swim instructor and love art and music. :)
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families!
My name is Dina.
I have committed over 30 years to providing compassionate childcare for infants through teens in a variety of childcare settings.
I have had amazing opportunities supporting children and their families as a nanny, home school teacher/tutor, preschool teacher, mother's helper and special needs...
Dina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kind, compassionate, hard worker, goes above and beyond "
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello! Thanks for reading my bio. Over the past 12 years, I have dedicated myself to raising happy healthy children. I am a certified educator and also a highly qualified nanny. As a newborn through toddler specialist who has helped multiple families raise their newborns to successfully reach school-age as thriving and confident...
Angelina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I have used Angelina for over 5 years for child care. Starting when my daughter was 6 months old, she has provided intermittent care for her. I cannot recommend her highly enough! She is incredibly intelligent. Her background in elementary education means that...
Julie S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Neucilene, but you can call me Neuci, Im passionate about providing dedicated care for children. With 8 years of experience, I have developed a deep understanding of their needs and a genuine love for helping them thrive. Im originally from Brazil, where I worked as a daycare teacher
As a babysitter, I...
Neucilene can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids loved Neuci and we will definitely be hiring her again!"
Philippa O.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Alyssa. I am currently in-between jobs so my schedule is very open! I have 8 years of experience of caring for children between experience baby-sitting or working as a summer camp counselor. I have had dogs all my life so I also know how to care for animals!
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Alyssa is the best! So sad I moved out of the area and don't get the pleasure of having her any more! She walked my two pups and would watch them overnight as needed and I swear she cared for them just as I would, if not better!"
Danielle I.
I have worked with primarily ages 2-9 as a baby sitter over the last 4 years, but I also have worked with babies (never worked with infants). I have worked with after school programs supervising 6-10 children at a time and worked on an individual basis as well. I am committed to creating a safe and friendly environment for...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello families I have 16 years of being a nanny I love newborn babies and children of all ages. My passion is to find a loving family who I can call my own and as well as building trust and having great communication with the families happy baby happy family. My passion is to care for your child like my own.
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Diana is great and has been working with us for a few weeks. She is great with our infant son. She gives me updates and I know I can trust her with him."
Breauna C.
Malai C.
Chicago, IL
$25-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Malai. I have several years of nanny experience with children of all ages from newborns to tweens. I love doing arts and crafts, cooking and coming up with activities. I am part time in school online which gives me flexibility! I can assist with day to day needs such as meal prep, dinner, snack, etc....
5.0
"Malai was very kind and very professional. She was the first person to sit with my baby and I am so happy and grateful to her! If I write too good of a review she will be forever booked so I'll keep it short so I can go book her again!"
Brittany B.
Most of my experience comes from nannying, babysitting, and working at a preschool. I am creative and love being outside.
I am currently a nanny for an amazing family. Baby R is 2 years old and looking for a friend to play with during the week! If given the opportunity I would love to meet your family.
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Catie. I'm a nanny, baby sitter, and event baby sitter. I grew up in Arkansas. I graduated from Ouachita Baptist University in 2019. I moved to Wicker in 2022 I've been nannying/baby sitting for 10 years now. I have experience in several big cities. I have experience with an array of children such as multiples, autism,...
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Chiara P.
Chicago, IL
$20-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm An Empty Nester Looking For Work. I Love Kids And Can Do Minor House Chores, Help With Homework
5.0
(2)
I was employed by Sitter City for a time, about 6 months to 1 year. For the past 6 years I have been volunteering for The After School Program sponsored by Living Water Community Church. I helped tutor Arts and Crafts and homework.
Chiara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Chiara is truly wonderful. She is the get on the floor and play with your kids person. She always left my house cleaner than it was. My children (2 and 4) adore Chiara. The only reason we are parting ways is scheduling. We will miss her immensely. Chiara is...
Mary M.
Diana L.
Chicago, IL
$29-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Diana and I am 27 years old. I have been in the child care field for about 7 years now. I worked at a daycare as a teacher assistant for 2-year-olds for a year and as a nanny to 3 children for about 3 years and a half. I have also babysat for a family during the children's summer break and winter break. I have...
5.0
"Diana always has great energy! She took care of my baby boy for a year and she still keeps in touch with him. She sang and danced along to all of the kids songs from shows and Youtube videos which kept my baby entertained. She went above and beyond - for birthdays...
Nanci F.
Hi! I'm Katelyn and I am 24 years old.
I have been nannying for 8 years and my experience has been primarily with infants and toddlers, but I have also cared for school aged children. I enjoy creating art, reading books, going for walks, and planning activities that encourage healthy physical and emotional development. I tend...
5.0
"Katelyn took care of our son (6-14 m/o) and his baby friend (4-12 m/o) full-time for 8 months.
Despite the challenges of taking care of two babies with different schedules and different personalities, she approached every day with so much patience and kindness...
Mapa M.
Bilingual NICU nurse who loves working with kids and babies! I have 2+ years experience as a NICU nurse and 1+ year as a PICU nurse. I've also worked in high schools as a health educator and in a day care for ages 2-4
Pricella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL
Lana S.
5.0
Lana is amazing. She took care of our 7-month old for a day and he immediately loved her. She came prepared with age-appropriate activities and games, narrated the day to help with language development, sang, and read books - plus helped with housekeeping and taking care of our two cats without...
- Stefanie W.
Catherine H.
5.0
We hired Cate to watch my 4 month old daughter when I went back to work and we could not have been happier with her! She was always on time and even arrived a few minute early. She was very organized, followed our instructions to a tee, and always kept us updated on daughter's day and schedule....
- Madeline C.
Elena S.
5.0
Elena has been with our family for over two years since our baby was 3 months old. As a part-time nanny, Elena was an invaluable part of our home. In addition to providing excellent care and love to our child, she cleaned, prepared meals for the baby and kept our home organized. We truly could not...
- Care member
Jeanie D.
5.0
Jeanie is a patient and thoughtful caregiver. She's cared for my 2 year old and 4 month children. She's interactive with play, pays attention, is good at diverting when a child starts a tantrum, and encourages curiosity.
- Bridget R.
Dina S.
5.0
Dina is a caring & trustworthy pet/house sitter who has been with us for years.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Chicago, IL
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Chicago, IL in March, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Chicago have rates starting at $21.03.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Chicago, IL?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 2,463 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Chicago, IL?
There are 2,463 infant babysitters near you in Chicago, IL. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.
Ratings for Chicago, IL infant babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Infant Babysitters in Chicago, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1,603 reviews of the 2,463 listed infant babysitters.