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2,127 nannies are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of October 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Chicago, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Brea, a 25-year-old college grad with a degree in youth development. I have been working with young children since I was 15 and most recently have been a nanny in a nanny share with two (now) toddlers. I have worked both in home and in daycare settings and have strengths in developmentally appropriate sensory activities,...
Brea can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I needed a last minute sitter on a Saturday when mine cancelled and she was available. She was great with my 2 month old. She was very polite and got on my baby's level to engage him. She was great at soothing him in this period of purple crying. She didn't need...
Janell G.
Sydnee B.
Chicago, IL
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional House Manager, Nanny And Newborn Care Specialist Available In September
5.0
(1)
Hello All! I am a loving and nurturing Professional Nanny, House Manager, Newborn Care Specialist, Night Nanny and training DONA Doula in the Chicago area. I am a second generation child care provider who has nannied and assisted countless families part time throughout elementary, high school and college and proceeding on to...
Sydnee can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"With 3 kids under 4 in our house, it's always better after Sydnee's been here. Our older boys light up every time they see her, and she's been a huge help as we've hired her to help us overnight with our newborn too! We trust Sydnee implicitly, and can't say...
Liz W.
5.0
(1)
I am a professional nanny, who has 6 years of experience of being in kid lives, taking care of kids comes with patience, understanding, caring and love , the most amazing part of it is am also a mother of 2 children, 6yrs and 3yrs old , sometimes the way they report and complain each other to me is funny because I know how to...
Comfort can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Comfort was very helpful and hardworking. She provided post surgery care and assistance. Reliable and caring. Highly recommended. "
Debbie S.
5.0
(4)
Hello my name is Norma, I am a former Kinder garten teacher from Mexico. I immigrated to United States in 1991 in for a better life. I became a nanny because it would allow me to work with children. I have worked with the Bianco family for the past 26 years. My journey with the Biancos gave me extensive experience in all stages...
Norma can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"I met Norma 15 years ago and she took care of my older daughter while I was taking Collage classes. My daughter is now 22 and she can still remember the wonderful conversations and their special tea time. Norma is an amazing person and one of a kind caregiver. She...
Celia R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 12+ years experience working with, nannying, and being an occasional sitter for children from infancy-6th grade. I have been a nanny for up to 7 kids at a time and have experience caring for kids with cancer, learning disabilities, Down's Syndrome, ADHD, and so forth. I have also provided tutoring services for pre-school...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Patricia did a wonderful job minding our two boys while we attended a business function. She was punctual, polite, great at communicating, very thoughtful and sensible. We would definitely hire her again"
Maxine B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Emily, and I've been a nanny for 5 years now and absolutely love my job. I have long-term experience with kids ages 3-14, and I'm open to working with younger! I'm looking for a full time nanny/house manager position. I am CPR certified. My current daily duties include grocery shopping/errands, laundry,...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Emily is great! I have personally known her for almost 10 years & she has always been attentive, loyal and trustworthy. She has a bubbly personality and lights up the room! Most importantly, Emily is dedicated and hardworking! "
Shannon K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and nannying since I was in middle school (when my parents were right down the street just in case I needed them!). Since then, I have watched newborns, toddlers, and kids of all ages. I have experience with children who have special needs. I have built great relationships with the families I have babysat...
Kali can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Kali was an amazing caregiver to my children for just over four years! She did both occasional babysitting and summer nannying. She instantly became one of us and I could not have asked for a better influence on my girls. To cover the basics, Kali was: punctual,...
Jennifer D.
Leonor D.
Chicago, IL
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Temporary Nanny, Temporary Senior Care Provider, Tutor, Babysitter
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Leonor, I speak Spanish and English and I have worked as a nanny for more than 12 years. I have been working with children since my early 20's as a young woman I would often volunteer for charities, babysit or tutor children with learning disabilities. I enjoyed the experience so much that I decided to make it a life...
Leonor can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I cannot recommend Leonor as a nanny highly enough. She has been with us since our daughter was a newborn and I was a nervous first-time mom. She will be with us until September/October 2018 when our daughter turns 3 and heads off to preschool.
Leonor is...
Amy B.
Heather H.
Chicago, IL
$21-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
Patient And Loving Nanny Available Immediately - Flexible Hours!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a COVID-safe babysitter/nanny with 5 years of experience with children ages 1-11. I have helped with pick-ups/drop-offs, meals, homework, housework, bedtime, and playtime. I live in Lakeview, have my own transportation, and am fully vaccinated and boosted. I can't wait to meet you and your family!
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heather nannied for us from when my daughter was 7 weeks until she was 5.5 months. She is very easy going, truly cared for our daughter, and was always going above and beyond to make sure she was entertained. Heather also helped with our 2 large dogs when I needed...
Rebecca B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello! From nannying to working in schools to spending summers as a camp counselor, my life has always revolved around working with youth of all ages (including infants)! I have an extensive background in childcare and references upon request. Vaccinated & boosted, CPR/First Aid certified.
Reach out with any questions you may...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She did a great job, our daughter was very comfortable with her, Natalie is professional and clearly has lots of experience with kids."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Ellie and I will be graduating from DePaul University with my masters in Speech Language Pathology this June!
I will be available for full time nannying/babysitting starting June 17-August 16th (dates negotiable).
I am also available for any weekday/weekend gigs in the mean time!
Feel free to reach out!
Ellie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ellie is phenomenal! She was a dream come true for us with our autistic 4 year old. She is educated and intelligent and played with our son the entire time we were gone (we had to come back to get something and my son was having the time of his life!) She...
Samantha B.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
27 years old nanny/sitter with 7+ years of experience providing care for children aged 0-12 and I really love to work helping the little ones to learn and explore in a safe, warm and enjoyful
environment. I'm loving, fun, patient kind and friendly. I'm also a experienced driver with a valid US drivers license and a clean...
Adriana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Adriana is thoughtful, confident, and amazing!"
Janet S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Hannah and I have been a babysitter/nanny for the last 15 years. I have cared for children from newborn to 12 years old, as well as multiples. I love caring for children, watching them grow, and experiencing new things with them. I love to go to the zoo, park, library, museum and take advantage of everything...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah is so wonderful with our kids. She's very dependable and we always feel very comfortable leaving our children in her care."
Erin T.
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Sabrina I've been a nanny for 30 plus years. I am looking for a full time position with a caring family. I have experience with children 4 weeks-14 yrs of age. Duties I have helped out with will included as a nanny caring for new born's , doctor/dentist appointments, pick ups and drops offs, sports and extracurricular...
Sabrina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sabrina was an excellent caretaker for our two girls (pre-K and elementary school aged) for two years. She was also a big help around the house with keeping things neat and tidy and helping with laundry, grocery shopping, and cooking as needed. We had to move to...
Laura B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a professional nanny with 5+ years' experience caring for children 0-12 years of age, preparing nutritious foods, potty- and sleep-training, creative playing, keeping childcare logs, and general housekeeping.
I have two children (now 23 and 21), who are the joys of my life. Before I had my children, I was a Registered...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jill was our full time nanny for 3 years and took care of our two kids when they were infants. She is kind, responsible, works hard, and was good with our kids. Jill always made sure our kids were safe, and was really good about doing activities with them that...
Kaiwen K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Maggie and I am currently looking for a summertime nanny position! I have over 15 years of childcare experience, including 3 years of being a full-time nanny. This past October I became a substitute teacher for Chicago Public Schools where I subbed in multiple elementary schools before receiving a...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maggie has exceeded all of our expectations. She is absolutely amazing with my seven year old, five year old, and six month old. Exercising, crafts, online learning, you name it. An absolute gem. We are so lucky to have her."
Barbara B.
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
(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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & 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.
Yesenia O.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/Sitter Looking For Full-Time/Part-Time Job
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Dependable and responsible nanny with
6years of experience with infants and up to elementary school age children. Maintain child-friendly safe environment. Good at keeping the children engaged by playing with them and learning activities, encouraging appropriate respectful behavior. Enjoy going for walks to the park and other...
Yesenia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Yesi has been with us a few days a week in the weeks leading up to our move to the burbs, watching our 4.5 year old and just-turned-1 year old. Long story short, she is kind and reliable and has been an oasis of calm for the kids (and for my husband and myself) in...
Annemarie T.
Karin C.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny With Domestic And International Experience
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of childcare and classroom experience--one year in Japan and another in Maine. I like to explore the outdoors, read, do crafts and cook with the kid I sit. I love pre-k kids but really any are great!
During the pandemic I nannied full time--the kids I took care of ranged in age from 8 months to 9 years! I was...
Karin can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Karin is an experienced teacher and childcare provider. She is reliable, punctual, creative, has her own transportation, loves being outside, and is super fun to be around. She keeps it real and genuinely enjoys being with children. I've known Karin for the better...
Sophie B.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL
Brea B.
5.0
I needed a last minute sitter on a Saturday when mine cancelled and she was available. She was great with my 2 month old. She was very polite and got on my baby's level to engage him. She was great at soothing him in this period of purple crying. She didn't need any training, I could tell (in terms...
- Janell G.
Sydnee B.
5.0
With 3 kids under 4 in our house, it's always better after Sydnee's been here. Our older boys light up every time they see her, and she's been a huge help as we've hired her to help us overnight with our newborn too! We trust Sydnee implicitly, and can't say enough about her ability to truly...
- Liz W.
Comfort A.
5.0
Comfort was very helpful and hardworking. She provided post surgery care and assistance. Reliable and caring. Highly recommended.
- Debbie S.
Norma B.
5.0
Norma was my nanny throughout my childhood, and there's no one more qualified, kind, or amazing than her! My family was so lucky to work with her for as many years as we did. She's intelligent, wise, responsible, excellent with pets, and a truly wonderful woman to help take care of your children....
- Victoria B.
Patricia H.
5.0
Patricia did a wonderful job minding our two boys while we attended a business function. She was punctual, polite, great at communicating, very thoughtful and sensible. We would definitely hire her again
- Maxine B.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Chicago, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Chicago, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Chicago, IL is as of is $21.12 per hour as of October, 2024. 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 2,127 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 1,638 reviews of the 2,127 listed nannies.