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2,435 babysitters are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of October 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Chicago, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Maria, I was working for The Salvation Army, who is a Christian organization for 23 years, I've been working with children from infants through 18 years of age . I am calm, loving, and caring. I am a Christian woman who loves working with kids, I like art, craft, like to play games, and have fun. CPR/first Aid...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She responsible caring helpful amazing women"
Meritza D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello all! I am 24 and certified in childcare and First Aid. I have nannied for many families and have multiple references. I have taken multiple courses on childcare during high school as well. I currently work as a part time house manager/nanny, but I am looking for something more full time. I am CPR Certified, non-smoker,...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
CPS teacher looking for some summer gigs.
I am a friendly, creative, outgoing person who loves children of all ages. Over a decade of childcare experience - teaching in multiple early childhood settings, nannying, babysitting and tutoring.
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah is very personable. She gets along well with both adults and children alike. our kids love her. and we find her to be highly reliable. We feel very comfortable entrusting Our kids to her care."
Anne N.
4.0
(1)
Hello my name is Ashley and I'm experienced nanny looking to join your family. I am 28 years old. I am looking for a full time and long term position. I have been a nanny for almost 10 years now and take much pride in my work. I do have a car and am happy to transport children to classes, parks, museums or any after school...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"We interviewed Ashley to take care of our 2 month old daughter. Ashley showed up to the interview on time and we really liked her. She has an outgoing personality, and due to her work in a day care, we were positive she would do well with our daughter. We did end...
Emily E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Yes, males can be baby sitters as well. I've worked with youth and teens almost every year since graduating high school. During my college years I was the babysitter for all 5 of the professors kids, age ranged from 2-16. I also house-sat when they were gone for the summers. I graduated with my masters in counseling psychology...
Abraham can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello(: My name is Sophia. I am 25 years old and pursuing my degree in Teaching and Ministry. I have just returned home from teaching in Honduras for the past two years. I taught 2nd and 6th grade. As well as teaching the kids I also mentored and led a drama club as well as a values club. I have been babysitting sense I was 15...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia is wonderful and my son loves her so much. She is so good with him. If he is awake when she arrives in the morning he crawls/walks to her immediately for her to pick him up. Sometimes when I get home he still wants to hang out with her. I am sad she is...
Valerie G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Sinem, and I am 27 years old. I graduated in May 2018 with a degree in Elementary School Education. I am currently a fifth grade teacher on the Southside of Chicago. I am very reliable, responsible and nice. I will follow instructions to the best of my ability. I like to go above and beyond for the families I work for...
Sinem can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"If we could give more than 5 stars we would! Sinem is everything we were searching for in a sitter - she is responsible, she seems to genuinely love kids, and honestly, I feel completely comfortable leaving my kids with her without having to worry when I'm gone....
Dina S.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! Over the years I've worked with many families, but my experience is just one of my strengths. My responsibilities are typically but not limited to; feedings, diapers, nap times, & developmental activities. I've worked with children domestically, internationally, and experiencing various conditions (premature,...
Rana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Rana in July 2022 to take care of our child that was 5 months old at the time while I worked from home 3 days a week. Rana has been with us for a year now and the bond she has developed with my child is amazing. You look at them interact and you know these...
Konstantina B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I babysat for a very busy family for 3 years. I was responsible for three children (mostly 2 because the third is a teen and very after school activities oriented), since they were 3, 5 and 13. I mostly did after school babysitting, from picking them up from school to warming up dinner, helping with homework, and taking each one...
Cristina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely LOVE Cristina! We were in a pinch to quickly hire a nanny for our boy/girl 5 month old twins and Cristina was a godsend. She was always on time, proactive in anticipating the needs of my babies. I felt immediately comfortable leaving them with her...
Melody D.
5.0
(1)
I haven't babysat in a few years, since I was in high school but I'm very good with all ages of kids was involved in a lot of sports and clubs in high school so I would be able to help with practicing. I'm also very good at helping with homework.
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
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Brenda B.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My last child care experience was with a family of three in Lake Forest, IL (newborn now 10 months, 4 year and 6-year-old girls), all three of them were incredibly sweet and I really enjoyed spending time with them, It was a full time position. I also help a family of three (4, 5 and 7-year-old boys) on Sundays all day long. In...
5.0
"Valentina helped us out on short notice, which was greatly appreciated! Hope she can sit for us again! "
Jane D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun and caring sitter. I love children and hope to have some of my own one day. I have experience with all ages but my expertise are infants and toddlers. I am energetic and always up for an adventure with your children. Whether it's needing a part time nanny or sitter or even a date night, I am here to help!
Irais can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Yin (pronounced "een")! I am a former elementary school teacher with CPS as well as a high school tutor.
Yin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was great with my toddler and preschooler and I would definitely hire her again!"
Hardee S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thanks for stopping by! I love babies and kiddos, so here I am, offering my services for you and your family. When babysitting, I like to be involved and reading to them, taking them to the playground and doing any activities that they enjoy from playing Barbie to playing trains. I also like to do sensory activities with...
Kristin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Kristen to help us organize following a move. She did an absolutely incredible job. She showed up early and was extremely pleasant. I really hope she's still doing this the next time we need her!"
Nash G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gabby and I am 22 years old living in Chicago. For over 6 years, I have been a camp counselor and babysitting children as young as 3 months to 12 years old. I also did student teaching for a first grade classroom my senior year of college. I love spending time with kids whether it is playing fun games, making crafts,...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fantastic sitter.
Gabby made us feel really comfortable as travellers from the U.K. travelling to Boston for work - letting us have a date night whilst travelling with our 7 month old baby.
She was extremely professional and friendly and I have no hesitation...
Sarah M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since my early teens! I love working with children and am currently an elementary school teacher with some extra time in my schedule. I like to spend time outdoors, cook, read, and have fun getting to know kids!
Claudia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Did an amazing job babysitting at my wedding multiple kids despite cancellations and a whole lot of confusion from my end. My kid had such a fun time with them and I can't thank them enough for making everyone's day special!"
Lee J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Megan!
I have been babysitting for a little over 7 years now. My experience ranges from babysitting for date nights to volunteering as a teachers aide in many situations and being a nanny as well.
I have a passion for working with children and I am now on the search for a full time nannying position hopefully to...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Megan watched our two boys so that we could have a date night. She did a great job...She arrived on time, fed them dinner, bathed them and got them into bed on time. She started reading to our 2 year old before we even got out the door. Definitely going to be our...
Damon S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for visiting my profile my name is Jataeva and I hope you will give me the opportunity to care for your children. I cannot express the love I have for kids. I have a tremendous amount of experience working with children and seniors within my current and previous occupations, and babysitting on and off care. com. I am...
Jataeva can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tae was a great caregiver for my 7 month old. My baby was consistently happy with her after just one day. She was very organized with her scheduling needs which made coordination of care easier. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again. Always punctual and promptly...
Anicia I.
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Alyssa and I've been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I'm the oldest of 3 and of all my cousins so I've always gravitated towards caregiving. I started babysitting in high school and was then able to nanny part time for the same families throughout my time in college and even post-grad.
A bit...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We miss Alyssa daily. She worked with me for years as a nanny, evening & overnight babysitter and house sitter. She is trustworthy, responsible, mature, flexible, confident, loving - I could go on and on! She took care of my son from Kindergarten through 3rd grade...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL
Maria A.
5.0
She responsible caring helpful amazing women
- Meritza D.
Hannah H.
5.0
Hannah is great! Our son loves her.
- Darcie M.
Ashley R.
4.0
We interviewed Ashley to take care of our 2 month old daughter. Ashley showed up to the interview on time and we really liked her. She has an outgoing personality, and due to her work in a day care, we were positive she would do well with our daughter. We did end up going with another caregiver who...
- Emily E.
Sophia R.
5.0
Sophia was such an amazing nanny to our baby girl. She looked after her from 3 months to 7 months and was exceptional. She was patient, kind, and always willing to help out in any way she could. She was a great teacher and sang, read, danced and walked with her daily. My daughter loved Sophia, and...
- Jamie M.
Sinem K.
5.0
Definitely on my list when I need a sitter! Watched my daughter (7) and nieces (9 & 11) who were in town. They loved her! She is prompt, professional and reliable. Highly recommend.
- Sanya G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Chicago, IL:
How can I find a Chicago babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Chicago, IL can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 2,435 babysitters in Chicago, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Chicago, IL?
The average rate for Chicago, IL babysitters on Care.com is $19.68 per hour as of October 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Chicago, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Chicago, IL through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Chicago, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,327 reviews of the 2,435 listed babysitters.