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2,029 nannies are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Chicago, IL
5.0
(3)
Professional nanny with more than 10 years of experience. Caring for multiple school age kids and newborns. I also speak Spanish, I love singing and playing the piano!
I'd describe my personality as funny, charismatic and patient.
I like working with kids because it provides me with the opportunity to engage in a variety of...
5.0
"Camilla is extremely reliable and dependable. She's bilingual which was great as the kids learned 2 languages simultaneously. Would def recommend her to a family who is looking for a nanny who is kind, reliable, and caring!!"
Veronica V.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm a non smoker and I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I dont have a car or drivers license but I'm happy to walk to nearby parks or use CTA with little ones. I've been a full time nanny for 10 years now for 4 wonderful families. My daily routine when nannying usually consists of making healthy meals, reading as often as...
Lesae can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired LeSae as our full time nanny for nearly two years, while our daughter was 18 months to 3 years. LeSae is a stellar caregiver- experienced, thoughtful, organized, patient, reliable and a good communicator. My daughter absolutely loves LeSae, they are best...
Shannon H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I came to this country as an Au pair, and after that I became in nanny, I have taken care 2 months newborn until 10 yo kids. I considered myself responsible, reliable and outgoing person. I'm a Zumba instructor so the dance will part of your days, I'm sure your kids under my caring become in an amazing dancer, will be happy and...
Paula can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paula helped with our infant for a couple months, and they made an instant connection. She is very playful and sweet with children, and I always felt that my daughter was safe and well-cared-for. Would definitely hire again."
Amy C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I currently work a FT role in logistics for a large trucking company but childcare has always been a true passion for me. I am excited to connect with families that have part time babysitting requests. I graduated from University of Iowa in 2012 with a Communication Studies degree and a Certificate in Entrepreneurship....
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is the best! She loves to play with kids and engage them in games and conversation. She is high energy and thoughtful with safety and wellness. Sarah gets genuine joy from her time with children and brings out the best in them. Sarah has watched my toddler in...
Anna L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
A 25-year-old female seeking part time or occasional employment in childcare while I establish my main business as a hair stylist here in the city!
I first began babysitting for people such as neighbors at the age of 11 and have loved helping with kids since I can remember. I've been a nanny for a family with 2 children (ages...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily (Em or "Emmy" that what my kids call her), is amazing! My husband and I hired Em as our kids nanny in spring 2020. She was wonderful and our kids love her. She was always on time, played and did activities with our kids, made them healthy meals, helped with...
Hayley Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I hope you're having a wonderful day! I am an experienced caregiver, former early childhood music, movement, and drama teaching artist and certified children's yoga instructor from Arizona, currently in search of a part-time nanny position/babysitting. I am a huge advocate of learning though play, and love to use singing,...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very responsive, on time/early and smiles/outgoing with the boys, really appreciated the temp nanny work!"
Meghan K.
Salma H.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Would Like To Be Linked With Both Full-Time Or Part-Time Job In Babysitting Or If Possible A Nanny.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids and fortunately for me, I am good with them no matter how they are. I have truly chosen to love and care for kids hence am willing to take up any challenge as a sitter or a nanny. I have three years experience especially with infants and toddlers. I am a college student hoping to get a degree in child care and...
Salma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"So far, very reliable, flexible and accommodating to my and my Children needs. Patient with fussy toddler to get her to warm up. A keeper for sure."
Inne F.
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Carolina! currently working for a family F6 M4 as a nanny, have 5+ years of experience with kids and can provide references and also a background check. I'm looking to work on the weeekends and some Fridays. Can also probably work some days of the week during the morning time while my NK are at school.
Love to do fun...
Carolina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Was on time and overall a great babysitter. Would recommend "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a (fully vaccinated) K-2 Special Education teacher for Chicago Public Schools. I would love to connect with a family who may need help with childcare while their children are out of school/daycare. I have lots of experience with children of all ages. For two and a half years, I worked at a daycare that cared for...
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely loved Miranda. She cared for our infant son over the summer from the time he was 11 weeks old. Our son loved her and she quickly became a part of our family. She was very dependable and trustworthy and we only wish she was available year round!"
Steve M.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a loving caring nanny for the last 20 years. My last position lasted over eight to half years. It was for two lovely little girls who are now ages 8-1/2 and 6-1/2. Both attend school all day now so my services were no longer needed. During my time there, I performed a variety of duties. I did everything from the...
Deidre can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Deidre has been so great for our family. As a new parent, there was lots that I was nervous about when it came to trusting my daughter with a sitter. Deidre was reliable, flexible, and dependable and my daughter absolutely loved her. She went above and beyond when...
Sierra C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My Name is Nataly!
I'm a full time Nanny for a wonderful family who I got to know through Care! I have a bit over 7+ years of experience babysitting/nannying.
I have experience with up to 10Yo kiddos. I worked as a preschool TA for about a year and was a Computer Science teacher for a year as well, both in my home...
Nataly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nataly is the best! We hired her in May 2022 and she's worked for our family since then. She watched our two children who are currently 4 and 1 year old. She is patient, attentive and caring. She does an amazing job mirroring our family values to provide...
Samantha Z.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello all Families! I am a teacher first Nanny! I have my Associate Degree in Preschool Education and Infant/Toddler Care. Previously I worked as a Nanny, Toddler teacher at a daycare, and a Special Education classroom Assistant. I am a very positive and outspoken person. I love children, they are my passion. I love to help them...
Aidalys can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Aidalys to be a week-long backup caregiver for our 3yo daughter and when we need help in the future, we'll definitely be reaching out again! Aidalys was incredibly engaging, playing make-believe, finger painting, making sand molds, etc. And she took great...
Jerel B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Hannah! I am currently a senior at University of Illinois at Chicago majoring in both early childhood education and elementary education. I have babysat for 6 years and nannied for 2! Also, I have 2 years of experience with tutoring students. I have my own car, so I am willing to run errands or drive kids around for...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is a lovely girl who will make you and your children feels safe and cared for. I would suggest hiring her for future sitting jobs. She is CPR certified, hardworking, and will make you feel comfortable leaving your children with her. Highly recommend!"
Elise M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my names Kaitlyn. I've been working professionally in childcare for 7+ years. I have worked as a nanny primarily, but have also couched children sports, tutored, run children groups, and, what has given me the absolute most experience, I am a mom to my 4-year-old daughter. So, I have extensive experience in the...
Kailyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Katie was wonderful with our 7 month old! She came through on just a few days notice and watched our baby while my husband and I went to a work event. Our baby was immediately comfortable with her and was even smiling as we left! Katie effortlessly got her to fall...
Care member
4.7
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Shadiya :) I am an extremely fun and loving nanny. I am a mom myself to 3 girls, ages 17, 14, and 6. Together, we love to bake cookies, read, play board games, watch movies, go to the beach, or sled in the snow!
I am a state certified teacher in Illinois, but I am just a little bit tired of 20+ kids in the...
Shadiya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shadiya is an amazing nanny. She was available on short notice and very quick with correspondence. She was wonderful with my 5 month old. She fed her some early foods, got her to take a bottle, and got her to nap! She sent me lovely pics of the baby during...
Sarah F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Claudia. I am a mother of two girls. I have experience with toddlers and newborns. I have excellent references and have my own transportation.
Claudia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Claudia is such a sweet soul. She works for me now, part-time. I have an 11-month-old son and she is just great with him. She is on time, and is great about being active with him, getting out of the house, and letting him explore. I love that she is also a mother...
Hannah S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Gabi and I'm a 32-year-old professional moving to Santa Monica from Chicago in October. I used to live in LA 10 years ago, and decided I have had enough of the winters, so I'm back!
I have15+ years of childcare experience, including nannying, babysitting, and teaching swim lessons. (I was also a competitive swimmer...
Gabi can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"We adore Gabi and have found her to be warm, firm, and entirely responsible in her approach."
Ragnar C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The first paying babysitting job I had was for a 2-year-old boy. Since then, I have babysat for a family with three children: the youngest boy under the age of two, a 5-year-old girl, and a 7-year-old boy. I have also grown up watching my younger sister and baby cousins (sometimes newborns). I have babysat for family with two...
Reena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Reena was great with my kids (5 & 9)! We were lucky to have her with us all summer: swimming, board games, fun activities, and lots of treats! She helped them with daily summer learning work (assigned by mom) and was quick to learn their favorite things/activities,...
Elizabeth K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Emily, a dedicated nanny with nine years of experience caring for children of all ages. I believe in creating a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment for children to thrive in.
I am passionate about childhood development and have attended the Nannypalooza Conference to further my education as a nanny. I also hold...
Emily can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily babysits for our one year old son a few times a month and she is great- punctual, great communicator, friendly and dependable. Our son didn't even notice when I left, which is unusual. We hope to have Emily watch our son for a long time."
Erin L.
5.0
(1)
My name is Alexa, I'm 30 years old and a fellow parent.
I have 15+ years experience as a babysitter and 9 years nannying & house managing, during which I was caring for children from infant age through the 5th grade, mostly in multiples.
I'm very patient and I love finding cool new enrichment activities that children will...
Alexa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alexa absolutely loves children and is amazing with them. She is extremely caring and fun to be around."
Marisa C.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL
Camila G.
5.0
Camila is super sweet, funny and very responsible. I definitely recommend her.
- Maria B.
Lesae S.
5.0
We hired LeSae as our full time nanny for nearly two years, while our daughter was 18 months to 3 years. LeSae is a stellar caregiver- experienced, thoughtful, organized, patient, reliable and a good communicator. My daughter absolutely loves LeSae, they are best friends! LeSae helped my daughter...
- Shannon H.
Paula O.
5.0
We were very fortunate to have Paula care for our baby. She is fun, energetic and responsible. Paula contributed to our baby's development with physical activities (including swimming), reading, play dates and strolls in the park. Besides regular baby duties like feeding/cooking, bathing, laundry,...
- For W.
Sarah R.
5.0
We traveled to Chicago for couple nights and needed someone to stay with our 6 and 4 year olds for date nights. Prior to that we never hired someone over the phone, but in talking to Sarah, she made my worries of having a stranger watch my kids while away from home go away. She arrived on time. When...
- Raghid E.
Emily D.
5.0
Emily (Em or "Emmy" that what my kids call her), is amazing! My husband and I hired Em as our kids nanny in spring 2020. She was wonderful and our kids love her. She was always on time, played and did activities with our kids, made them healthy meals, helped with cleaning and ultimately she was a...
- Hayley Y.
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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 $21.99 per hour as of April, 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 2,029 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 1,551 reviews of the 2,029 listed nannies.