How much does a child care provider cost in Elgin, IL?

The average hourly rate of a child care provider in Elgin, IL is $17.30 per hour. The average gross weekly salary of a child care provider in Elgin, IL is $605.50 ($17.30 per hour × 35 hours).

How much to pay a child care provider near you?

What's the average cost of a child care provider in Elgin, IL?

The average cost of a child care provider is $17.30 per hour. You can expect to pay a hourly rate between $15 and $25. A child care provider's hourly rate can depend on their location, responsibilities, qualifications, and the type of care needed.

The most expensive nearby cities for child care

Whether you’re in Glenview, Evanston, or Naperville, location is one of the biggest factors that can impact the salary of a child care provider. Typically, the higher the cost of living, the higher the child care provider cost. The most expensive city to have a child care provider in Illinois is Glenview, where the average hourly rate is $19.01.
  1. Glenview
  2. Evanston
  3. Naperville
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How responsibilities and qualifications impact average hourly rate in Elgin, IL

  • +6%
    First aid
  • +5%
    Car
  • +4%
    Driver's license
  • +4%
    Full-time
  • +2%
    Live-in
  • 0%
    Part-time
The average hourly rate for first aid child care is $18.37, 6% above the average in Elgin, IL. For part-time child care, the average hourly rate is $17.33, 0% above the average in Elgin, IL.
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How type of care impacts average hourly rate in Elgin, IL

  • +5%
    Infant care
  • +4%
    Special needs care
  • +2%
    Toddler care
  • +1%
    Grade-schooler care
  • +1%
    Preschooler care
The average hourly rate for infant care child care is $18.10, 5% above the average in Elgin, IL. For preschooler care child care, the average hourly rate is $17.46, 1% above the average in Elgin, IL.

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Available child care in Elgin, IL

Christina F. - Seeking Work in Elgin

Nanny Christina

Elgin, IL
$17/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, I am Christina and I have the past five years living overseas and working as an Aupair in England, Germany and Sweden. I also have extensive experience working with children as a babysitter for more than 10 years. I am moving back home to the US and looking to take a full time role.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kaylie O. - Seeking Work in Elgin

Nanny Kaylie

Elgin, IL
$16.50/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Kaylie I am currently 20 years old. I currently live in Elgin IL. I consider myself very social, I love meeting new people and being involved with the community. I’ve been looking forward to work in a different environment & something that I enjoy doing. I adore children, I usually babysit for my family members in my spare time whenever I have the chance. I’m able to spend quality time with my nephews/ nieces, it’s always a good experience overall. I can definitely see it as a career opportunity in the future, I love child development, helping children learn/, being involved with their curriculum, developing life skills and overall having a positive impact on the child or family. I do have open availability for weekdays in the morning and afternoons same with weekends. I do have my drivers license and I’m able to commute with my car

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Grace V. - Seeking Work in Elgin

Nanny Grace

Elgin, IL
$17/hr
Full-time
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Grace and I am 22 years old. I recently graduated with my BA in Natural Resource Science and Management. Currently looking for a nannying job while I live back at home with my parents for a while. I have 4 years of experience in early childhood development and would love to continue that work.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certification

CPR
Wendolyn A. - Seeking Work in Elgin

Nanny Wendolyn

Elgin, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Wendolyn and I’m from Mexico! Born and raised in Mexico City.
Fluent in Spanish and English.
I’m 24 years old, and I’m happily married.
I love working with kids! I believe they have the most pure souls and we as adults need to protect them, love them, and care about their development!:)

Have experience working with

Infants
Leslie G. - Seeking Work in Elgin

Nanny Leslie

Elgin, IL
$17/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I am Leslie and I speak Spanish and English. What I like to do on my free time is read, roller skate, star gaze, hike, and paint. I have some experience babysitting since high school in which I would take care of a new born and then I got experience with toddlers to elementary children. I am also currently in college studying for astrophysics and can help tutor for math and English. I was also a tennis and softball player and can help teach that for fun. Additionally, I have experience with children that have disabilities as I used to volunteer at Marklund and did activities with the children in there.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Lourdes B. - Seeking Work in Elgin

Nanny Lourdes

Elgin, IL
$17/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a mexican nurse with experience in the health of children, people with disabilities and the elderly. I am an empathetic, responsable, and initiative perdón. I am a person who accepts challenges.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Denis M. - Seeking Work in Elgin

Nanny Denis

Elgin, IL
$17/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Denis Montero, I am 24 years old, I have no children, I am currently studying and I am a happy wife.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Cristina F. - Seeking Work in Elgin

Nanny Cristina

Elgin, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Cristina! I love working with kids. I have worked at a daycare before I have two nieces and two nephews I’m always babysitting for when I’m at home. I am currently a college student, and also help out on church activities that involve kids from all ages. I love to put my best work in things and my goal is always to reach people’s satisfaction.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Carmen G. - Seeking Work in Elgin

Nanny Carmen

Elgin, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

What can I say. My first language is Spanish. I love children, I work with them every day, I am in charge of 74 and each one is special in their own way. For me there are no bad children, they are simply children who need attention, who are tired or have had a bad day.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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