Hire a child care provider in Chicago, IL
Rates last updated August 2026
Nanny Taiya
Nanny Taiya
Chicago, IL
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hi! I'm a 16-year-old African American teen who loves working with kids. I'm great at keeping them engaged with fun activities and I also enjoy cooking, so your little ones will be well-fed and entertained!
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certification
First Aid
Nanny Demauria
Nanny Demauria
Chicago, IL
$20/hr
Part-time
2 years experience
A little bit about me
Very well with kids I love kids kids I like miracles to the world. I have nephews myself once autistic so I know what it feels like to take care of special needs kids and not that that’s an excuse to help me, but I hope I can help you help your child
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Alana
Nanny Alana
Chicago, IL
$25/hr
Part-time
5 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi! My name is Alana and I will be moving to Lincoln Park to begin my masters program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling! During this time, I hope to find part-time work as a nanny, as I’ve enjoyed working with kids for many years!
Have experience working with
Infants
Nanny Maura
Nanny Maura
Chicago, IL
$25/hr
Full-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi! I grew up in the Chicago area, and have been babysitting since the age of 10! I graduated with a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Northwestern University in 2022, and got my Early Childhood Education credits at Oakton Community College. I love working with children, and have been working as a Toddler Teacher for the past 3 years.
Have experience working with
Infants
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Meghan
Nanny Meghan
Chicago, IL
$23/hr
Part-time
9 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi! I am Meghan! I am from Lincoln Park, and I am currently a student at Depaul University. I am majoring in Early Childhood and have a minor in special education. I am looking for a nanny position from June-late August. I am available to do early mornings and late nights, preferable M-F. Thank you!!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Belen
Nanny Belen
Chicago, IL
$22/hr
Full-time
4 years experience
A little bit about me
I'm an energetic, patient, and nurturing caregiver with five years of experience working with children. My passion is fostering children's growth through creative, educational activities. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents about their child's day.
I'm experienced in caring for children of all ages and enjoy playing a variety of games with them, including outdoor sports, board games, and educational games. I also have First Aid Training and have taken Early Child Development coursework. I'm happy to help with light housekeeping and am comfortable with pets.
I chose to become a caregiver because I love supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them. I'm excited about the opportunity to care for your child and help them learn and grow!
I'm experienced in caring for children of all ages and enjoy playing a variety of games with them, including outdoor sports, board games, and educational games. I also have First Aid Training and have taken Early Child Development coursework. I'm happy to help with light housekeeping and am comfortable with pets.
I chose to become a caregiver because I love supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them. I'm excited about the opportunity to care for your child and help them learn and grow!
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Nanny Tahlia
Chicago, IL
$30/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hi! My name is Tahlia and I am moving to Chicago this fall. I absolutely love kids and I even just finished my first year teaching. Looking to work with individual families in the Chicago area. so please contact me to see if I would be a good fit for you and your child. I'm incredibly organized, responsible, punctual, creative, outgoing, and caring. I love creating fun games to play with kids, doing crafts, and playing outdoors. I am even able to create educational opportunities for your child too. I am flexible with hours and truly want to be available to meet the needs of your child and family. Let's chat! :)
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Nanny Martina
Nanny Martina
Chicago, IL
$18/hr
Full-time
6 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi! My name is Tina, I’m Irish, and I’m living in Chicago until January 2025. I’m a final year student nurse studying in DCU. I also work as a lifeguard part time. I’m an outgoing, caring and enthusiastic child minder with 6 years of experience for many different families. My nursing education has also equipped me with critical skills in first aid, CPR, and emergency response, ensuring that I can handle any situation calmly and competently.
I have also coached kids football, and I have coached in cúl camps during the summer.
I have a qualification in volley ball coaching for children which I done for 2 years.
I have 3 years of placement completed for my nursing degree and done a placement in a children's hospital in Dublin called Crumlin hospital which I loved. My experience from this has aided me greatly with childminding. I also do modules in college that include child care, child psychology and much more. I have also cared for many children with disabilities.
I have also coached kids football, and I have coached in cúl camps during the summer.
I have a qualification in volley ball coaching for children which I done for 2 years.
I have 3 years of placement completed for my nursing degree and done a placement in a children's hospital in Dublin called Crumlin hospital which I loved. My experience from this has aided me greatly with childminding. I also do modules in college that include child care, child psychology and much more. I have also cared for many children with disabilities.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Llarely
Nanny Llarely
Chicago, IL
$20/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hello, I am Llarely and I am 17 years old, turning 18 in May! I am fluent in English and Spanish. My family is full with children so I would say I have experience with kids. I work well under pressure and always keep a positive attitude and energy! I love learning and exploring new thing. I’m always up for a new challenge and determined. I unfortunately am not CPR, first Aid certified but I do have a drivers license and a reliable car.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
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Nanny Jillian
"I can’t say enough wonderful things about Jillian. She was a blessing to have during the pandemic & helped us so much with our kids virtual classes while i was working. It was such a tough time, but she helped the kids thrive. She is kind and her work with ASD really helped our family & children."
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"Tia was a phenomenal nanny! She incorporated educational activities for the kids and was always a joy to have around. My toddlers always had fun with Tia, felt safe, and ask about her to this day. She’s missed!"
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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in Chicago, IL?
The average cost of a child care provider in Chicago, IL is $21.29 per hour. Most Chicago families on Nanny Lane pay $18.62 to $25.00/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Chicago, IL
If you’re looking for affordable child care, you should explore the different types of care and how they compare to each other. What are the differences between a solo nanny and a nanny share? What about a nanny share vs. daycare? Or nanny share vs. nursery school? Or a solo nanny vs. an au pair? What is a nanny share?
There are lots of options to find affordable child care that works best for your family, and Nanny Lane’s child care services is here to help along the way.
Explore the Costs of Different Child Care Options
There are various types of child care (solo nanny, nanny share, etc), with different levels of costs. For how much to pay a nanny, key factors that determine cost are experience, the number of children, where you live, and much more. In addition, during the hiring process, you should be considerate of how to handle expenses (e.g. gas, food, etc.).
If you choose a nanny as the best child care option for your family, there are ways to save on nanny costs like an afterschool co-op or having relatives who live close offer child care support on certain days.
Alternatively, you can split the costs of a nanny. There are lots of different nanny share setups that highlight how to make nanny shares even if the kids are different ages. With a nanny share, you can find a family first or hire a nanny and consider creating a nanny share. Either way, a nanny share is the most affordable way to employ a nanny.
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