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2,091 nannies are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Chicago, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a bilingual nanny. I have a little over 5 years of experience. I love working with children, there's always something fun to learn from them.
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Friendly, patient and my 5 yr old son really liked her."
Janira M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Krystyna. I have taken care of infants and toddlers for the past 10 years. I have worked as an infant and toddler teacher. I've been a nanny full time, part time and occasional babysitting. I've nannied in New Orleans, Dallas, and New York. I'm a certified Nurse Assistant and CPR certified. I have my own car so...
Krystyna can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"I interviewed Krystyna for our new born son and really enjoyed her kindness, her experience and her interest in kiddos. She has a good amount of experience working with all age ranges, multiple children and prefers in home care over daycare. Think she would be a...
Lindsey B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Paley. I'm 19 and a sophomore at Columbia College Chicago. I have 3 years of experience with kids. I've worked many summer camps, dance camps, and nannying jobs. I can help with chores around the house or light errands in general. I'm a very laid back person who enjoys engaging with kids. I'm responsible and...
Paley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paley watched my two girls (ages 6 and 3 at the time) two full days per week for 3-4 months during the height of the pandemic. She was great with the girls, keeping them engaged with various activities. They always looked forward to seeing her and were sad at the...
Elizabeth G.
Karolina F.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone, My name is Karolina and I am 22 years old. I am currently a student at Harper College. I play hockey and golf, so I am very active! I have lots of experience nannying and working with kids ages 0-12. I have nannied one family for 3 years and another for almost 2 until the quarantine hit. I am fluent in polish and...
Megan P.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a currently a preschool teacher in Chicago Public Schools at a school on the South West side of the city, but I have experience with all age groups from teaching, working at early childhood programs, nannying, babysitting, summer camps, and tutoring.
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Alexis T.
Chicago, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Hardworking, Dedicated, Responsible, Loyal And Honest Worker
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began baby sitting/nanny about 15years ago. I was a nanny for a 11 month and transport 4-year-old brother to school and home. During the job I would provide different types of activities such as reading, building puzzles, play board games, arts & craft, learning activities.. etc) As for infants, I enjoy caring and providing...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"We hired Alexis as a Nanny for our two kids from Oct 2018 - July 2019, she looked after our sons from when the youngest was 3months and the oldest was 3yrs. We only let her go as we had an unexpected work opportunity and moved to California. She looked after the...
Caroline H.
Kristen S.
Chicago, IL
$23-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with over six years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children.
I have a passion for education and have been a teacher assistant, nanny for 2 summers, and helped with after school homework once a week for under...
5.0
"Kristen is a nurturing care giver and great with dogs. She went above and beyond expectations when taking care of my dog. I will definitely be hiring her again in the future!"
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Bogumila D.
Chicago, IL
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 39 years old Polish lady. I am a mature, responsible, reliable and cheerful person with excellent childcare and interpersonal skills, and extensive experience as a live-out nanny. I simply love children, love caring for them. I have more than 6 years of experience with kids of various ages. Recently I have worked for family...
Bogumila can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Bogumila (Bogna) was our nanny for over 2 years. She took care of our 3 kids (ages 2,4,6 when she started). She worked 4 days a week, started early in the morning, and was always timely and never missed a day of work. She was flexible if I needed to switch a day...
Michelle G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Anna! I am a graduate student living in Chicago, and seeking a part-time nanny position for the summer while I attend classes. I have worked with children as young as 5 months up to age 15. When nannying/babysitting, I love baking, doing arts and crafts, exploring, playing outside and reading. I use my creative...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My family loved Anna! She was great with the kids and was a huge help to us. We have three kids with busy schedules and she was always on time to pick them up from school and drop them off at their activities. Anna is very responsible and I was never worried about...
Caiti F.
Luz V.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.2
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
My name is Luz and I am 35 years old. I am an honest woman and have extensive experience taking care of children ranging from newborns up to 15 years old. Apart from this, I have a strong culinary background, I am fit, a non-smoker, holistic, energetic and motivated individual that loves pets. I really enjoy working with...
Luz can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Luz babysat our 6 year old son while we went out on a "date night". She has a lovely personality and I would highly recommend her to other families. She played games and read many stories to our son before his bedtime and he had such a great time with her that he...
Alexis L.
Mayra V.
Chicago, IL
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of children. I volunteered at my daughters head start program before starting school. I have a associated degree in early childhood education and have worked at a daycare for 8 years. For the past 3 years I being working as a Nanny.
Mayra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Mayra is wonderful! She has been our nanny for the past half year but sadly we are moving out of state and will no longer be able to work with her. She is very caring and loving to our 2 boys, makes them laugh and smile, does art projects, takes them out on walks...
Iunia D.
Kathryn B.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Kate, I'm a college student, and an attentive and creative 21-year-old! I have 1 years experience working as a nanny, and have worked with kids between the ages of 2-13.
I am currently in university, and am looking for a part time nanny position with a starting rate of $20/hour. I have previously worked for 1...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kate watch my kids when they weren’t old enough to be home by themselves but not old enough to be left home. The kids loved her and she was always super flexible."
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5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Elizabeth, I'm an actress who's outgoing, fun, creative, and trustworthy. I'm always one to involve the Fine Arts with children; playing dress up, singing songs, putting on plays, writing stories, dancing, playing music... I'm very creative and innovative and am always excited to teach, and have fun with using the...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I'd hire Elizabeth again in a heartbeat. She was a fantastic addition to our family. Very reliable, great head on her shoulders, and a pleasure to be around. My daughter just loved playing with her. Unfortunately circumstances outside of my control caused us to...
Anessa R.
Maria C.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maria and I have been caring for children ages newborn to 12 years old since I was 13. My goal as a nanny is to care, protect, and guide children. I love cleaning and am willing to do light housekeeping which includes, but is not limited to, laundry, helping children with cleaning up rooms, and play area,...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is the most sweetest person I know! I am glad I hired her because she is wonderful with my kids. She does arts and crafts with them, helps them with their homework, picks them up from school while I was at works. My kids lover her! I have had multiple...
Rosie M.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've worked as a nanny for more than 8 years, live in Rogers Park, have a clean driving record and a reliable car. I do not smoke.
At nannying positions, my duties included picking up children from school, getting them home for a snack, then off to after-school activities and back home safely to help them with their homework. I...
Cathy can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
4.0
"It is my great pleasure to recommend Cathy as a child care provider. She has been caring for our two sons for several years.
Cathy is bright, reliable, and endearing. She is also well-versed in child development, both due to her studies and having a natural...
Steve S.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have 8 years of experience with babysitting/pet sitting/nannying/etc. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have worked with children ages 8-10 with their remote learning. Fairly tech savvy, genuinely enjoy children and don't have issues watching large groups. I'm also taking this pandemic seriously and am willing to...
Gillian can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Gillian nannied my daughter and son for 4 years. She is punctual, responsible and caring. She has been a fantastic role model for my kids. They still talk about how Gillian has showed them how to work hard and save money. She is kind and playful. Countless hours...
Desi P.
Gina R.
Chicago, IL
$16-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Loving, energetic, nanny with 12 years of experience actively searching for my all around right fit.
I am Gina a 32-year-old veteran career nanny (and mom to a 2. 5) looking for a new family to work with and new little ones to nourish and teach. I have been living and working in Wicker Park and surrounding areas for 7 years now,...
Gina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Gina has been watching our daughter in our home and we are SO sad to see her go! It was only a personal/family change that led to our child care switch, otherwise we would keep Gina as long as we possible could. She watched our daughter from 2.5 months until 15...
Nicole C.
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: Travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Diana is a great sitter. She was punctual, professional, and great with the kiddies. She made us feel comfortable right from the beginning :) "
Barry M.
Elyssa L.
Chicago, IL
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an optimistic, reliable, and caring nanny looking for a family to join in a full-time capacity.
My college degree is in the arts and I love getting to incorporate that passion into fun crafts/activities and encourage children to explore their creativity.
I am currently a teacher at a Montessori Academy working...
Elyssa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elyssa had a good reference and background check, and was polite, friendly, and communicative. We had her assist as a date night sitter for our 5 month old, and we would do so again. She did a nice job."
Maggie F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been living, studying, nannying, and creating art in Chicago for 8 years. Chicago is my home, and working with children is my passion. Growing up, I was the third child of six, so I am incredibly patient. I am an aunt to four nephews and one niece. I believe in positive reinforcement, treating kids with respect, and...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary is my sister who watches my one year old son and two month old son for me often. I'd definitely say my one year old thinks she's the coolest Aunt ever!"
Therese T.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL
Elizabeth S.
5.0
Friendly, patient and my 5 yr old son really liked her.
- Janira M.
Krystyna L.
5.0
I interviewed Krystyna for our new born son and really enjoyed her kindness, her experience and her interest in kiddos. She has a good amount of experience working with all age ranges, multiple children and prefers in home care over daycare. Think she would be a great fit for a family, just not...
- Lindsey B.
Paley B.
5.0
Paley is my kiddo's favorite babysitter. She's engaged, attentive, and positive.
- Havalah T.
Alexis T.
4.0
We hired Alexis as a Nanny for our two kids from Oct 2018 - July 2019, she looked after our sons from when the youngest was 3months and the oldest was 3yrs. We only let her go as we had an unexpected work opportunity and moved to California. She looked after the baby full time, providing age...
- Caroline H.
Kristen S.
5.0
Kristen was great at communicating before she came. She's very responsible and my son enjoyed playing with her. Would definitely recommend and hire again!
- Alicia S.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Chicago, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Chicago, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Chicago, IL is as of is $21.36 per hour as of January, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Chicago, IL?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 2,091 in Chicago, IL. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Chicago, IL?
You can find different nanny services in Chicago through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Chicago, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Chicago, IL nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Nannies in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,318 reviews of the 2,091 listed nannies.