Chicago families in Lincoln Park, Wicker Park and the suburbs trust SimplySitter for reliable, background-checked care all year round — through every polar vortex and lakefront summer. Post your job free and receive applications only from vetted caregivers.
Whether you need occasional, evening and weekend babysitting, every babysitter on SimplySitter is identity-verified, personally interviewed and background-checked.
Every candidate verifies their identity before joining.
We personally interview applicants before approving profiles.
Background and reference checks help you hire with confidence.
Looking for a reliable babysitter in Chicago, IL? SimplySitter connects Chicago families with experienced, background-checked caregivers for occasional, evening and weekend babysitting. Post your job for free and receive applications only from vetted candidates.
Rates for a babysitter in Chicago typically range $18–$23/hr. With SimplySitter there's no placement fee — just a transparent membership, 1 month free.
Most Chicago families receive their first applications within 1–2 days of posting a babysitter job.
We connect families with babysitters in these neighborhoods and more:
1 month free, then $15.99/month. Cancel anytime.