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97 child care providers are listed in Gurnee, IL
The average rate is $15/hr as of March 2023
The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years
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Hello families! My wife and I have 3 kiddos, youngest girl is 3. I am a professional caregiver that has enjoyed providing complete care for & teaching infants and children for 15 years. To include Autism, special needs, injury, recovery, and sickness. 1-40 hours. Short term & long term care. Formal...
Latest review:
5.0
We would recommend John as a babysitter! He has been reliable, provided great communication prior to and during his time with our kids. Our oldest child said she really enjoyed playing with him and would love...
Reviewed by Kathleen M.
5.0
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I have 2 years of professional experience in working with children with ASD and started babysitting in highschool. The ages on average are between 2-5 years old. Through my experience I've gained skills in language development, potty training, brushing teeth, positive reinforcement learning, child...
Latest review:
5.0
She was wonderful with my toddler. Did a great job playing with him, and interacting with him.
Reviewed by Kathleen W.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Kirsten. I am 36-years-old and a I live in Gurnee. I graduated with a General Studies major in May 2012. My emphasis was in children and family ministry. In addition, I have had extensive experience (20 years) working with newborn/infant through fifth-grade children. I enjoy...
Latest review:
5.0
Kirsten has worked for our family for almost a year. Our little one loves her and we never have to worry if he's taken care of while we are away. Kirsten was accommodating when our son was a horrible sleeper...
Reviewed by Jade D.
Elizabeth W.
Gurnee, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Nanny With Teaching License And Medical Experience
5.0
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I love taking care of children & have 20 years of experience. Getting to know & watching children grow is an honor & passion to me. I am kind, loving, honest, dedicated, intuitive, easygoing, patient, & responsible. I have been called the "Child Whisperer" by several families! I have a gift & a...
Latest review:
5.0
Liz has been taking great care of our toddler son for the past 2 years. Thanks to her nurturing our son is developing very well: she has been able to keep him on a regular schedule (ensuring he is eating and...
Reviewed by Alex L.
3.7
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Hello!
I'm a DCFS approved caregiver.
I've been a nanny for the past 6 years. I'm good with kids of all ages, I've taken care of new born to teenagers. I have my own car and I have two dogs to I'm familiar with pets and pet care as well. I will care for your child or children. Their safety and...
Latest review:
5.0
My family and I had Rachel as our nanny/house manager for a couple years. She was very reliable and understanding. She was always in good spirits and always ready for whatever we'd ask her to do. Not only was...
Reviewed by Paul M.
5.0
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My name is Jessie. I have over 15 years of experience. I am most experienced in working with newborns/infants however I enjoy working with older kids as well. I love to sing and dance and be creative.
Latest review:
5.0
Jessica helped us out with very short notice when our nanny was at jury duty. She did a great job caring for our 8 month old twins. Will def use her again in the future if she is available.
Reviewed by Jennifer B.
Victoria F.
Gurnee, IL
$18-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I'm Tori, I am currently a nursing student with plans to become a pediatric nurse. I work part time at a local hospital as an EKG tech. I would love to spend more time with kiddos and gain more experience. I have had a few babysitting jobs during my high school days. I am currently doing...
Latest review:
5.0
Tori watched my son when he was 2, he absolutely loved her. She was the first sitter we ever hired. She made me feel comfortable and was a great communicator. If it wasn't for my husbands position being...
Reviewed by Sharon E.
Jamie B.
Gurnee, IL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I have had experience with kids with baby sitting and with working at ultimate gymnastics factory as a gymnastics coach. I am CPR and EKG certified, and I have been vaccinated. I love kids and I know how to do many house holds tasks as well! I have a valid drivers licenses and I am open to drive the...
3.7
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I am a mother of two boys. One is an adult and the other is almost 11 years old. I am a volunteer Sunday school teacher for over five years. I have been a nanny for over 6 years now. I love to serve and to share my heart with children. I am currently studying Bachelor in Health and Wellness and...
Latest review:
5.0
Jinny was awesome!!!! My children loved her and I would hire her again in a heartbeat. I wish I could have taken her with me when I moved.
Reviewed by Kayland T.
Mariya K.
Gurnee, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Honest, Energetic, Mature Nanny w/6 Years of Experience Looking for a P/T or F/T Position
5.0
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Hello! I am a mother of 2 great kids and I was a teacher for kids, ages 3-8. I love children and have many years of experience. I live in Gurnee. My best attributes are trustworthy, patience, honesty, punctual, flexible and easy to get along with. I believe in engaging children in creative play and...
Latest review:
5.0
Mariya has worked for our family as it has grown from 1 to 2 kids. She started working for us caring for our first son as soon as I went back to work and continued until he started preschool at about 2 1/2...
Reviewed by Ben B.
5.0
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My name is Stacey and I am home for the summer from college. I have worked as a babysitter/caretaker during the past few summers. I love kids, I can't imagine doing anything else with my time while I am home! I am a very energetic person who loves going outdoors and adding some sparkle to life...
Latest review:
5.0
You know you have an amazing babysitter when your 21 month old wakes up from a nap and asks for his buddy - his babysitter, Stacey! Stacey is very responsible and dependable. She is very caring and loving to my...
Reviewed by Snehitha S.
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I am a certified teacher, but when I am not teaching, I love to babysit! I have been working with children for over 10 years. I have a 2-year-old daughter, and I currently teach special education! I am free to leave work at 3:00pm, and I work in Mundelein. I am looking for after school care hours a...
Aliya V.
Gurnee, IL
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Message Me If You Are Looking For Child Care Or Pet Care! I Am Open To All Job Opportunities!
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My name is Aliya and I live in Gurnee Illinois. I am a nursing student at the University of Iowa. I have been babysitting/nannying for many years now, so I have experience and I am comfortable with all ages. I am open to all work opportunities whether it is reoccurring or just one time positions. I...
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I have been babysitting off and on for about 5-6 years. I was also a camp counselor at the park district for 4 years with 3-5-year-olds, but I also had the opportunity to work with ages 2-13 during the before camp and after camp programs. This past summer, I worked as an ABA therapist for children...
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Hi my name is Jenna! I have over 3 year experience caring for children between 0-17 years of age. I am the oldest of 6 and after High school I joined the Navy. During my time in, I was trained to be the equivalent to a Nursing assistant and have a little over 2 years' experience. I am First Aide...
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We welcome zero to six year old children's. We offer several options to meet you and your child's specific needs. You can choose from our half day, extended day, and full day schedules.
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Alice's Discovery Academy is the only ECC facility in Lake County that provides extended hours, including before and after school care and overnight care. More than 1400 children have attended the Academy since...
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Little Bear is dedicated to quality care for our students. We provide a safe environment for children that fosters healthy emotional development and a secure relationship with adults and other children. We...
3.0
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Little Bear Child Development Center provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Waukegan, Illinois, for kids from two to nine years old. The center provides education, social, cultural,...
Latest review:
5.0
My daughter attended Little Bear during the 2014-2015 school year, which included during the Waukegan Teacher Strike. My daughter was bussed to Little Bear after her morning kinder class and stayed until late...
Reviewed by Mary D
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Charlotte's Learning Center provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Waukegan, Illinois, for kids from six weeks to twelve years old. The center provides education, social, cultural,...
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Recent child care reviews in Gurnee, IL
John K.
5.0
We would recommend John as a babysitter! He has been reliable, provided great communication prior to and during his time with our kids. Our oldest child said she really enjoyed playing with him and would love him to come back.
- Kathleen M.
Melody W.
5.0
She was wonderful with my toddler. Did a great job playing with him, and interacting with him.
- Kathleen W.
Kirsten P.
5.0
Kirsten has worked for our family for almost a year. Our little one loves her and we never have to worry if he's taken care of while we are away. Kirsten was accommodating when our son was a horrible sleeper and she does great with my schedule for him now! Anything additional we need done for him,...
- Jade D.
Elizabeth W.
5.0
Liz has been taking great care of our toddler son for the past 2 years. Thanks to her nurturing our son is developing very well: she has been able to keep him on a regular schedule (ensuring he is eating and sleeping well), she has engaged him in a lot of activities, she has done a lot of reading...
- Alex L.
Rachel D.
5.0
My family and I had Rachel as our nanny/house manager for a couple years. She was very reliable and understanding. She was always in good spirits and always ready for whatever we'd ask her to do. Not only was she watching our kids, she would help out around the house, and take care of our dogs when...
- Paul M.
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Gurnee, IL
How much is child care near me in Gurnee, IL?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $15.79 per hour as of March 2023. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Gurnee, IL?
Care.com currently has 75 child care providers near you in Gurnee, IL. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Gurnee, IL and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Gurnee, IL that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Gurnee, IL child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Gurnee, IL, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Gurnee, IL and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Gurnee, IL in March, 2023?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.