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At the age of 12, I received a babysitting certification by The Red Cross, since then I have babysat for numerous families in Minnesota, North Carolina, and Illinois. Even landing a nannying job during covid which allowed the parents to focus on their work, knowing I could spend my days entertaining their little ones.
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Miriam can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hey there! My name is Krista and I have been a nanny for 10 years with the same family. Before that I was a preschool teacher working with infants - preschool age. I am also a mother myself.
At my current job, I've had the privilege to watch the kids grow up since they were little. My responsibilities have changed each year...
Krista can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Krista is a very sweet and kind individual. She handles children with much patience and kindness. She is never overly harsh and keeps her emotions in check when dealing with situations that arise. She knows how to speak with children in a way they respond well to....
Lisa D.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Ana and I am a junior nursing major in college! I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I can be flexible with schedules and am also comfortable with pets! Right now, I am only looking for short-term jobs like date nights and...
Ana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive the girls where they needed to be and take them, and...
Jackie F.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked at Wild About Learning Academy for over a year where they trained me to create a safe, fun, and germ-free environment. We would create lesson plans that encouraged the children to use their imagination through crafts, music, dance, etc. We also did safety drills with the children in case of emergencies. I've been a...
Kaylyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Kaylyn is a super sweet nurturing care giver. My boys absolutely love her. She has a big heart and was always interactive and loving with the boys. She took them on walks, read stories, played music and put them in their swings to keep them stimulated, which is not...
Leah B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Victoria. I have many years of babysitting and nannying experience. I love kids!!! Tiny humans are so fun to be around. I love taking the tiny humans I take care for to parks, the library, crafting and playing with them. The little girl I watched most recently is in school full time now... so I am looking for a...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Recent review:
5.0
Victoria is AMAZING with children!! She's super sweet and my kids always have a ball when she watches them! They love playing games with her and she's big on taking them out to explore their surroundings! If you're able to have Victoria watch your kids you can...
Becca S.
Petra R.
Joliet, IL
$22-24/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello Parents! My Name is Petra. I'm 23 years old and have been caring for children since I was 15. I've attended The University of Illinois at Chicago. I've done summer programs and nanny shares. Both in which I curate a fun and easy curriculum for children- that works at their speed. I'm big on strengthening and encouraging...
Petra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
She is my go to baby sitter on my weekends . She keeps my daughter in her night time routine. I was late a few times and she was very understanding. I like that she always brings activity sets to do with my daughter .
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Morgan, I have around 6 years of experience. I can help with anything around the house, including cooking, light housework (willing to negotiate if more help is needed), keeping kids occupied and entertained, and running errands if needed. I currently work as a house manager/nanny for a family in Darien with...
Morgan can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Need a five-star sitter? Morgan is outstanding. She engaged with my two boys from the start, and they really liked her. She was early for her assignment, and went above and beyond to make sure things were good.
Jeremy L.
Yanira N.
New Lenox, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother
5.0
(2)
I have nannied & babysat for several families. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my review from the previous family I nannied for. I am also a US Veteran and mother of two boys (4yrs & 19-month-old).
Yanira can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others.
marvin D.
Gabriella B.
Joliet, IL
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked at the YMCA for 3 years where I was a counselor, pre school teachers assistant, day care worker, and summer camp counselor as well. I have worked with all age groups and love working with children. I am CPR certified and have also been a nanny for a child with diabetes before. I love taking care of babies and was...
Gabriella can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
My kids loved Gabby! She was very dependable and I never had to worry if someone would be at the bus stop waiting for the kids when they got home from school. She always made sure homework was completed and kept them active and playing the entire time she was...
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Emily S.
Crest Hill, IL
$12-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been around kids in many different capacities before! I was a nanny full time for 2 different families, I babysit a 2-year-old about once a week, I watched my coaches kids before and my younger cousins several times. I am also experienced with kids because I coach younger girls in volleyball. I am crafty but also sporty....
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Emily is very caring, considerate and reliable. Our son loved having her watch him. She was so reliable during the pandemic and greatly helped while we all were working from home. She took precautions and ensured our son was safe as well
Pooja S.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Karoline and this is about me:
-I am looking for summer work & occasional date nights- as I am a full-time college student.
-I am also CPR/Aed/First-Aid certified! I have 4+ Years in Childcare and 2+ years with pets.
-I would describe myself as a kind, creative, & funny individual who is very flexible and...
Karoline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Karoline is very reliable and always provided excellent care to our children.
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Yasmine C.
Joliet, IL
$13-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Message Me For More Information And References. Excited To Get To Know You And Your Family.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Yasmine! I am 24 years old and am currently a stay at home mom with my 3-month-old son. I pride myself in having open communication with parents to ensure I can provide the best care for their children possible. I am comfortable with driving, school/sports pick ups and drop offs. I am also happy to provide homework help...
Recent review:
5.0
Yasmine has been a blessing to our family. She is very dependable and communicates with to us regarding our son. She dives in with play time, goes over and beyond the call of duty, and she is like family. We would keep her forever if we could. She is a blessing to...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better sitter for them. She always had activities planned and available should the kids be interested, and she was totally...
Justin B.
Jaida R.
Crest Hill, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Jaida and I have a passion for helping and nurturing others! I am very eager to help in any way needed and would love to assist with play time, cooking, cleaning, running errands, and any other demands your families routine calls for! I adore infants and children of all ages and have a strong love for animals as well...
Jaida can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
Our family has loved working with Jaida! She is so good with our kids - they look forward to her playing with them everyday. She is flexible, kind, and a great communicator. Would definitely recommend her!
Amy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Morgan, I am a a mother of a 18-month-old happy healthy little girl named L. I am currently nannying for two wonderful family's and have decided to stay home with my little one. looking to welcome a kiddo into our home! I am a very active mother and love to be outdoors with my little one, also healthy eating is...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Morgan is amazing! She really went above and beyond for us. My kids just adored her. She was always on time in the mornings and ready to go. She played so good with the kids and made sure they had everything they needed. Anyone would be lucky to have Morgan watch...
Stephanie A.
5.0
(2)
Hi everyone! I'm currently looking for a full time long term position or just for the summer. I'm also available for date nights/last minute events on the weekend. I love working with kids and have 5yrs experience (ages 1-15) ranging from- date night babysitting, nannying for 5 kids, Montessori Assistant Pre-k teacher and...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
I have been working with Ashley at a Montessori School in our primary classroom with children ages 3-6. Ashley is an energetic and dependable teacher. She is compassionate, caring and the children absolutely love her. Each day Ashley brings her patience and...
Celia K.
Courtney H.
New Lenox, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(17)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Courtney! I am currently seeking a part-time nanny-share position where I would watch your kiddo and also bring my baby girl along (born 11/13/23). Hoping to find a family interested in having our little ones socialize together!
A little about me- I have 10+ years of experience in early childhood and also went to...
Courtney can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Courtney has cared for our two year old part time for the past 6 months. He loves when she is here! She keeps him active with lots of fun activities and playtime outside. She is a natural caregiver and would highly recommend her to other families!
Lindsay K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Taylor and I'm 23 years old. I am extremely family oriented and love spending time with my fiancé, my 3 younger siblings, my dog and my 4 cats. I have been a nanny for over 5 years but have been watching kids for my whole life. My parents worked way too much when I was young and I was left to watch my two younger...
Taylor can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Taylor is very responsible, clean, energetic, organized, great with kids and pets, fun, always happy and is an all around great person!
David T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have taken child development, child care, and parenting classes in college. I am creative and love to do art projects, can provide meals, pick ups/drop offs, help with homework, provide outdoor activities/fitness, etc. I am looking for Monday through Friday nanny position. I can also provide occasional evenings and weekends. I...
Marie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Recent review:
5.0
Marie is fabulous! She has fantastic communication and experience making her reliable and trustworthy. My daughter loves when Marie watches her and always has so much fun. I know my daughter is in great hands when she babysits for me and having that kind of peace...
Cm L.
Elana C.
Joliet, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience as a summer camp councilor taking car of 10+ kids aged 5-10 for 2 hours a day four days a week. Recently, I had the honor of taking over as camp director for our summer drama camp which provided me with the opportunity to work with 42 campers alongside my staff. I had the privilege of being a part...
Elana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Elwood, IL
Krista P.
5.0
Krista is a very sweet and kind individual. She handles children with much patience and kindness. She is never overly harsh and keeps her emotions in check when dealing with situations that arise. She knows how to speak with children in a way they respond well to. We were very happy with her for...
- Lisa D.
Ana E.
5.0
Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive the girls where they needed to be and take them, and on fun outings. I trust very few...
- Jackie F.
Kaylyn F.
5.0
Kaylyn is a super sweet nurturing care giver. My boys absolutely love her. She has a big heart and was always interactive and loving with the boys. She took them on walks, read stories, played music and put them in their swings to keep them stimulated, which is not easy with too one year olds :) She...
- Leah B.
Victoria S.
5.0
Victoria is AMAZING with children!! She's super sweet and my kids always have a ball when she watches them! They love playing games with her and she's big on taking them out to explore their surroundings! If you're able to have Victoria watch your kids you can guarantee they'll be treated like her...
- Becca S.
Petra R.
5.0
She is my go to baby sitter on my weekends . She keeps my daughter in her night time routine. I was late a few times and she was very understanding. I like that she always brings activity sets to do with my daughter .
- Care member
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FAQs for finding nannies in Elwood, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Elwood, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Elwood, IL is as of is $22.00 per hour as of April, 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 Elwood, IL?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Elwood, IL?
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