
"Recommendations from friends are a must when it comes to a sitter for my kids. UrbanSitter has expanded our network of babysitters, and it has given us peace of mind."
Matt K., dad of two

Browse background checked babysitters near you in Chicago. Compare local reviews, rates, and experience to find the right fit.
Looking for jobs? Apply here.
Families in Chicago use UrbanSitter for date nights, after school help, and last-minute babysitting.
127 available tonight | Avg hourly rate: $22.56/hr
All babysitters shown here are background checked every year. Learn more.
Hi! My name’s Marinna, I’m a student athlete at the University of Illinois Chicago! I’m a very reliable, on-time, hardworking person. Growing up in an intense sport taught me how to manage stressful situations, as well as staying organized. Working with kids or animas is a way I love spending my free time, and making an earning for myself. I’ve always loved being around kids. My summer jobs always consist of being a nanny, last year I worked with a family of 4 children all summer. I also work with families year round, I’ve had experience with three-year olds and one-year olds. I even was a teacher assistant in a third grade classroom, which taught me so much on managing so many kids at once. All of these experiences helped me understand a lot about how to value consistency, patience, and attentiveness-ensuring children’s safety. Whether I'm assisting with bedtime, planning activities, or simply ensuring that your child feels taken care of, I’d love to help!
“Very professional and responsible!”
I am a junior psychology student at UIC with a 4.0 GPA. I started babysitting when I was in 8th grade. I have worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor for four years and maintain a first aid and CPR certification from the Red Cross Association. I currently work as a behavioral technician with children who have Autism Spectrum Disorder.
“Gaby was very easy to work with and wonderful with our kids. We will look to use her in the future. ”
I’m a teacher with 25 years of experience with all age groups. I’m great with kids and pets. I know how to take care of your children, keep them occupied and engaged. Have references from tutoring and babysitting jobs.
Hi! My name is Nora, I’m 19 years old, and I have 3–5 years of experience in child care, pet care, and household help. I’ve worked with kids of all ages, including past experience as a nanny for a family with five children and working at Schaumburg Kasper, an after-school program where I helped lead group activities and assist with homework. I also have experience caring for my grandmother, which gave me a strong sense of patience, compassion, and responsibility in senior care. At home, I take care of three dogs and a cat, so I’m very comfortable with animals of all sizes and energy levels. I genuinely enjoy cooking, cleaning, and organizing—I find it rewarding to help families feel supported and stress-free. I’m reliable, caring, and always ready to jump in wherever I’m needed!
Hi, My name is Alexandra! Caring for kids has always come naturally to me - I'm someone who genuinely loves providing calm, nurturing care and helping little ones feel safe, comfortable, and supported. I started working with kids in high school when I got to assist classes for kids ages 2-9 years at my dance studio. Since then, I've babysat for multiple families with children a variety of ages and spent two years working at a city daycare, caring for children from 6 months to 6 years old. Through that experience, I discovered that I especially love working with infants and toddlers and am drawn to the more nurturing side of caregiving. I studied psychology in college with the initial goal of becoming a teacher, and while my career path ultimately led elsewhere, my passion for caring for children has not left. I currently work full-time in a corporate setting, which has made me very reliable, organized, and communicative - qualities I would also bring to a caregiving role. Due to this schedule, I am mostly available on evenings and weekends, but can also provide some mother's helper care during the day and can be flexible! I am energetic, attentive, clean and responsible, and I take pride in being someone that parents can rely on and truly trust. I love supporting families and caring for children, and I'm grateful to be able to do meaningful work with little ones while helping out families before I have children of my own.
“We were lucky enough to have Alexandra as our neighbor and primary baby sitter when my children were in elementary school. She was incredibly engaged and always pulled together fun activities for them. I have two very different children and she was great at meeting both of their needs. Whether they were playing a game in the yard or doing a craft, they were always so excited to spend time with her! We as a family loved getting to know Alexandra. She is beyond genuine. She's kind, caring and extremely dependable. Our kids have aged out of needing a sitter but we stay in touch. I would highly recommend Alexandra to any family with infants up to grade school children. She is a wonderful babysitter!”

As of October 2026
Every babysitter's profile is individually reviewed by UrbanSitter's Trust & Safety team after clearing an annual background check. Rely on reviews from local families to help you find your best fit.
855 sitters background checked in Chicago, IL
4.9 average star rating from total of 4,695 reviews in Chicago, IL

"Recommendations from friends are a must when it comes to a sitter for my kids. UrbanSitter has expanded our network of babysitters, and it has given us peace of mind."
Matt K., dad of two

"UrbanSitter has supported my needs for reliable and joyful sitters. Whether it be for work, recreation or last-minute emergencies, we've made wonderful relationships with local sitters who have become a part of our family!"
Natalie O., mom of five

"UrbanSitter is my go-to for quality sitters! I can book weeks ahead of time or easily find a same-day sitter when in a bind. I even hired a part-time nanny during a daycare transition. Customer service is helpful and babysitters respond in a timely manner."
Laura F., mom of two

Create a free account to view full profiles and more.
To sign up with Facebook, we need permission to use your email address.
Sharing your friends list is optional, and allows us to connect you with sitters they book and recommend. Nothing will be shared or posted.

Create a free account to view full profiles and more.
To sign up with Facebook, we need permission to use your email address.
Sharing your friends list is optional, and allows us to connect you with sitters they book and recommend. Nothing will be shared or posted.
In addition to background checks, sitters are evaluated by real people to meet our gold standard for Trust & Safety.
Need a sitter today? Last-minute babysitter requests receive a response in under two minutes in most cities.
See babysitters recommended by local families, including parents in your school, neighborhood, and parent groups.
Compare reviews, response times, repeat families, and profile details so you can hire with confidence.