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2,269 nannies are listed in Chicago, IL
The average rate is $20/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Chicago, IL
4.9
(30)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in childcare since 2009, beginning with weekly babysitting in high school and transitioning to part-time nannying in college. I ended up nannying for a family in Little Italy for six years and it was one of the most important and incredible experiences of my life! The children are 9 and 11 now, but their...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is fantastic! She is the first sitter (outside of family) that we hired to watch our four month old daughter. Being a first time mom, I was quite anxious about leaving our daughter with someone new. As soon as I met Maria, my anxieties subsided. She is warm,...
Marcy R.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Carmen I am CPR certificate I have nanny for 10years can give 7 reference I have nanny kids from 2 months to 13 years old I would help with house cleaning baking with the little one coloring reading all types of books and doing Art's and crafts with water paint I would take children to museums zoo parks and love...
Carmen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carmen was a godsend for our family. She stepped in at the last minute to care for our 3 year old after we had been canceled on. My son loves her! She fed him dinner every night, took him on walks and played with him. I appreciated that she was in constant...
Care member
4.7
(13)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of professional teaching, tutoring and nanny experience for children ranging in age from newborn twins (cloth/reusable & disposable diapers) through college students and am certified in CPR and First Aid. I earned my M. Ed. in Counselor Education from University and B. A. in Spanish Education from University. I...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"Kimberly was amazing with our boys! Our eight year old gets very anxious around strangers and he took to her right away, as did our two year old, who is very much in a never wanting to be separated from his parents phase. They were both extremely comfortable around...
Care member
5.0
(13)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alyssa.
I have been an assistance teacher and daycare provider for 5 years specializing in infant and toddler. Nannying for 8 years with ALL AGES; throughout Baltimore, Washington DC, and Chicagoland areas.
I'd be happy to give go more into details about my experiences, provide references, discuss rates and...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Alyssa has taken care of my daughter and helped me on multiple occasions! She’s extremely resourceful and invested making sure Savannah gets outside or has some activity, screen time is limited, and Alyssa encourages a balanced diet with fruit and veggies. Savannah...
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am from Brazil and I have been living in the US for four years now, and I have been a nanny ever since. I used to be an ESL teacher back in my country for kids from 4 to 14 years old, I was also an auxiliary teacher for autistic kids. Since I started as a nanny, I worked with ages from 2 months old to 5 years old. I love to...
Karla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Karla has been such an amazing addition to our family the last year. Our daughter loves her "Kar" and is so excited to see her everyday. Karla is always on time, thinks of creative activities and always cleans up at the end of the day leaving your place sometimes...
Kari M.
Lisa S.
Chicago, IL
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher And Nanny Seeking Loving Family For Long-term Position
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 15 years of experience as a preschool teacher, 2 years as an infant teacher and 4 years as a nanny. As a nanny I also perform light housekeeping duties such as laundry, dishes, and meal prep. Occasionally I am responsible for drop off and pick up from school and escorting children to activities. As a teacher I was...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I worked with Lisa at a preschool for many years and know her to be very caring and responsible. I highly recommend her. She has a warm personality and communicates well with parents. Lisa was always very careful to keep children safe and always showed patience...
Betsy S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Renee. I am an experienced nanny and Housekeeper who is currently available for hire. I am punctual, fun, responsible, trustworthy, detail oriented, organized and also a mother. I have experience with children from newborn to 12 years old. I have also cared for a child with Downs Syndrome.
I provide meal...
Renee can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Renee is a very lovely lady. She cared for our son for a couple months and he was always sound asleep when we arrived. she also does a little tidying up when she sees fit."
Gladys M.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving mother of four fantastic individuals, one with special needs. I have 20 plus years of playing/interacting with children. I love playing games and reading with children. I have numerous years of experience working with children of all ages and many disabilities. Previously employed by Chicago Public Schools as a bus...
Keesha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Keesha was great with our kids and my brother in law who is special needs. She really is a Super Nanny"
Brittany F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 46-year-old woman. I am a very motivated individual with much patience. I love children and adore spending time with them. I enjoy doing this because spending time with kids makes me happy and cheerful. I have been a full-time Nanny for three separate families in the past. I would like to continue working in this field. I...
Aleksandra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aleks worked for us as a nanny for the last three months and took care of our three month old baby. She is wonderful, reliable, always on time, loving, caring and well educated, and we would never let her leave us if we were not moving out of the country. When she...
Ivan K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello dear family;*
I'm a nanny and I am looking for a new position!!
A brief overview of my experience specially related to infants and toddlers.
I have been a nanny/dedicated babysitter for several families over the past 6 years in US. I had infants ranging from beginning my care as early as 1 months old to 6 months. When I...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabby taught my girls to get themselves dressed, clean up after themselves and get off their tablets!!! She pretty much raised my 2yr old since she was 3 months old...ha ha, now everyday she asks me, can today be a Gabby day?!"
Ben S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for children 10+ years. My experience varies. I make myself responsible to the needs of the children and whatever pertains to them (meals, laundry). My experience doesn't just stem from being a Nanny, BUT I am mom to a beautiful, highly energized, caring, loving, kind hearted 14y/o freshman.
2021 - Current, shared...
Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"It is my pleasure to recommend Vanessa B. as a nanny for your family. Vanessa B. became a part of our family in January, 2004 and worked with us for ten years. She began taking care of our newborn son and, two years later, helped welcomed our second child into...
Cathy C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I'm Kathy!! I'm an RN with a lot of experience w kids. I have been a nurse for 18 years. I worked in St Joes Hospital in Joliet as well as Linden Oaks in Naperville. Besides bringing many years of nursing experience, people and leadership skills with me, I am very reliable & flexible. I have done patient/family teaching for...
Kathleen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed Kathy and she was very punctual and had great long term experience in child care. She was very caring and knowledgeable about child education. She would make a great nanny or childcare provider to any lucky family. "
Elizabeth C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Hannah, and I graduated from Loyola University with a degree in Secondary Education. I've worked as a temporary assigned teacher and taught around 130 high school students. When working with kids, I prioritize patience, safety, and joy. I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, and have worked mostly...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Hannah was so patient and sweet with our children. She helped my younger child with her remote learning and assignments. We felt so safe and comfortable with her watching our young children. We highly recommend her."
Sybil E.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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 long career. I went to school to become a teacher and received a Bachelors degree in education. I...
Leonor can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sandra. I have (10+) years experience taking care of newborns, toddlers, and school age children . I also volunteer in the kids' department at the church I attend on Sunday when needed. I love taking care of kids. They are so honest and friendly. I enjoy singing, playing games, or what makes children happy. I am...
Sandra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sandra did an amazing job with our baby girl from the ages of 6-12 months. This is a highly transitional age with the intro of solid foods, crawling, and walking. I also breastfed while working from home which can throw even more challenges in the mix. Sandra did...
Larelle B.
3.1
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I worked as a preschool teacher with the public schools for 5 years. I also have worked as a nanny for 2 years. I have experience with newborns and toddlers. I am looking for a full-time nannying job.
Erica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She has been a babysitter/back-up caregiver for our infant and toddler for the past year. She is very reliable, punctual and wonderful with our kids. She is patient, caring and very trustworthy. We are very happy to have her as one of our children's caregivers!"
Alyssa Q.
Latavia G.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Looking for Full-Time and Part-Time Work
4.3
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a 32-year-old nanny residing in Wicker Park and have been in childcare since the age of 13. I began working as a day care assistant and became a ft nanny at the age of 18. I have 14 years of ft professional nanny experience working with children ages 1mth-12 years.
Latavia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Latavia has watched our toddler and baby twice so far and we would definitely hire her again. We have gotten to see her interact with both kids, and she clearly knows what she is doing and was able to jump right into caring for our boys. Today after she left, our...
Greg B.
Anna S.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny - College Graduate - Located In Lakeview - 10+ Years Experience
4.3
(8)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Ages 0-12 boys and girls. Nannied 40+ children over nanny career. Experience nannying up 5 children full time. Twins and special needs children experience. Most recent full time nanny/teacher to 4 children during Covid full-time.
CPR Certified and First Aid. Clean driving record (have own car). Background check on file.
Early...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Anna is very responsible and kind. She tailors her care to the needs of every child individually. She took care of meal time, play time, bath time and bedtime! She's great at pick up with the car or on foot with the stroller! We required both for various...
Sam B.
3.7
(3)
Career nanny. Lots of experience with young children and infants. Message me to hear more/ for any questions you may have!
Livia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"What a wonderful, caring, and bubbly girl! The kids absolutely ADORE her. Hired her regularly as a nanny for a few months while we lived in Chicago. When we had to move for my husband's job, the kids asked if we could take her with us!!! Would absolutely recommend...
Dana R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 and nannied my way through college and continue to babysit on weekends and evenings.
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I'm so happy I found Laura! She is very sweet, kind, punctual, and great with my kids. They love being with her. I have a 10 month old and a 4 yr old. We look forward to having her help us with child care."
Olga S.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL
Maria B.
5.0
Maria is fantastic! She is the first sitter (outside of family) that we hired to watch our four month old daughter. Being a first time mom, I was quite anxious about leaving our daughter with someone new. As soon as I met Maria, my anxieties subsided. She is warm, relaxed and confident. When...
- Marcy R.
Carmen V.
5.0
Carmen has been wonderful. She's been with us since March, when I returned to work after maternity leave. She cares for our 7-month-old baby full-time, Monday through Friday, and he absolutely adores her. She is on time every day (early, even!), communicates with my husband and me and sends pictures...
- Care member
Kimberly N.
5.0
Kimberly was amazing with our boys! Our eight year old gets very anxious around strangers and he took to her right away, as did our two year old, who is very much in a never wanting to be separated from his parents phase. They were both extremely comfortable around her! She was even able to get our...
- Care member
Alyssa J.
5.0
I never leave reviews however when someone goes above and beyond I believe compliments are due. Alyssa has been my son’s nanny for the past 2yrs and in those past 2yrs she has become family. Alyssa genuinely loves children and my son genuinely loves her! She’s patient, creative, and always reliable!...
- Care member
Karla S.
5.0
As a new mom I was very nervous to let someone babysit my son. Karla began babysitting for him when he was 7 weeks old. She kept him on schedule and was quick to adjust to any changes. She made me extremely comfortable leaving him with her. Karla is always on time, keeps the house the way I leave...
- Care member
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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 $20.91 per hour as of July, 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 2,269 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 1,599 reviews of the 2,269 listed nannies.
