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60 college nannies are listed in Elmwood Park, IL
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby college nannies is 6 years
College nannies in Elmwood Park, IL
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for 12 years, working with children infant-12 years old. In high school, I worked at an indoor gymnastics facility where I hosted children's birthday parties and supervised play. In 2013-14 I volunteered at a Boys and Girls Club tutoring a third grader, and during the fall of 2014 I tutored a fourth grader....
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ally watched our 6 & 8yr old girls and they love her! The first two times she watched them, it was for longer periods than we would normally have a sitter - she was great with making meals, playtime, bath time, etc."
Dana A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a current college student studying theatre and communications who loves to approach sitting with creativity, fun, and learning. I have many years of experience with childcare in numerous settings. I used to teach dance, acting, and singing classes to preschool through middle school-aged children weekly. During the...
Caroline can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Caroline is my go-to sitter! My kids absolutely adore her, and my son is usually very shy! She is communicative, dependable, and super fun- she knows of so many crafts and non-screen time activities that keep my kids occupied and happy. She came highly recommended...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a fun and energetic young woman who just completed my degree in Elementary Education, from Loyola University Chicago. I have 8 years of past experience with children ages 6 months to 11 years. My experience ranges from tutoring and student teaching, to general caretaking of children of all ages at a local daycare...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sydney took care of our 2 year old son every day for several hours for 6 months during the pandemic. She is extremely warm, genuine, and reliable, and developed a deep connection with our son. She spent a couple hours each morning taking our son outside to play...
Angela F.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kelsey, I am currently a Masters in Social Work and Conflict Resolution student and a 2019 graduate with a dual bachelors in Psychology and Social Science. I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19. My past experience is with kids from ages 0-13 working a wide range of jobs from a full-time, live-in nanny to an...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kelsey watched our 7 month old son throughout 2 evenings while we were in Chicago visiting for a wedding. I highly recommend her. She was punctual, her communication was stellar and she was loving with our son. Kelsey is everything you could ask for in a...
Matthew B.
Jateya T.
Chicago, IL
$21/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have two years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and meal preparation. I currently Work at a daycare as a lead in a 2-year-old classroom. I had Plenty of experience working with age groups from infants to preschool when I was working as a floater at the same daycare. I was also a night nanny briefly. I consider...
Jateya can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jateya was always committed to being present and providing quality care. Empathy, patience, kindness and respect. She has a great understanding of clients needs. She interacted great w/ my family. A true pleasure to work with."
Tanisha M.
Maria C.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maria and I have been caring for children ages newborn to 12 years old since I was 13. My goal as a nanny is to care, protect, and guide children. I love cleaning and am willing to do light housekeeping which includes, but is not limited to, laundry, helping children with cleaning up rooms, and play area,...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maria is the most sweetest person I know! I am glad I hired her because she is wonderful with my kids. She does arts and crafts with them, helps them with their homework, picks them up from school while I was at works. My kids lover her! I have had multiple...
Rosie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Anna, and I am an ICU nurse in Chicago looking for a family who is looking for a date night / occasional babysitter! I have been babysitting and nannying since I was about 12, and have worked with kids of all ages ranging from newborns to 17-year-olds. I am CPR certified, specialize in critical care, first...
Anna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Olivia H.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a kind, fun and easy going individual with a passion for working with kids! I have about five years experience working in different childcare fields. I'm currently a student at Moody Bible Institute and I am looking for part-time hours. I have cared for children of various ages in my community, as well as large groups...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's kind, intelligent and has a gentle spirit. She's reliable!"
Ginger H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I graduated with a degree in environmental science from UNC Chapel Hill in 2019. Since graduation, I've been teaching English in Spain. I relocated to Chicago in early 2024. I will present my Master's thesis in June, and am looking for nannying opportunities while I job hunt. I've been caring for children for over 15...
Alison can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We used Tara as a vacation sitter. She came when she said she would, she was running late and messaged one evening to let us know. our daughter said she had a great time playing with Tara. Would hire again."
Tim B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Nurturing and professional nanny with 2 years of agency experience and 6+ years of experience working alongside multiple families to meet childcare expectations, including different schedules and different ages. I am new to Care. com and I'm excited to meet different families! The ages I have experience with are from newborns to...
Fatima can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Was overall the most reliable and responsible sitter. Exceeded expectations "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Siubhan. I study Theater with a minor in American Sign Language, and I spent my last summer as a teacher and a camp counselor at a performing arts summer camp. During my gap year before college I was a nanny, I have experience babysitting and I worked for various summer camps throughout high school. As a nanny...
Siubhan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Suibhan is a very mature and reliable young woman. I consider her an excellent babysitter! She is always on time and flexible with staying late when we need her to. She provides her own transportation. I trust her implicitly with my young daughter."
Liz H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maddie, I'm 24 years old, and I live in Lake View East. I have years of experience in childcare and education, and I would love the opportunity to work with your family this summer. I am a previous special education teacher, and I am currently pursuing my Master's in Social Work at Loyola University. I bring...
Maddie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddie was great with my son who has Autism."
Corie M.
Steph S.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nursing Student With 15 Years Of Experience Nannying / Babysitting
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hey y'all! I have worked with kids my whole life and love it. I am currently going back to school to be a NICU nurse, I studying at UIC. I've been a nanny for multiple families, an assistant teacher for a special needs preschool, taught dance, gymnastics, and basketball, and have babysat on going for years on the side.
Steph can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Steph is truly the sweetest soul with the most caring personality. She was the first nanny we hired for our daughter when she was 4 1/2 months. We were nervous to trust someone with our daughter being so small but as soon as she met Steph, she immediately had the...
Lara L.
4.6
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm 28 years old and I've been working and caring for kids for the past 10 years. I worked as a teacher, was an au pair and now nanny. I have experience taking care of kids from all ages, specially babies. I'm a great cooker, love to spend time with kids and to make part of their development, helping however I can. I play guitar...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We have never found another babysitter who compares to Kim - she is hands down the best! She genuinely enjoys the kids, does great with both toddlers and babies, and my kids love her. Plus she is great with our dog. 10/10 recommend!"
Ashley P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My experience ranges from infants to school aged children. I am open to being in a number of positions including nanny, house manager, and personal assistant. In addition to having held these positions I was also a live-in nanny for 3 years. I enjoy being in a role where I wear multiple hats and do everything I can to help a...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"THE BEST nanny we've ever had! My son LOVES her and she follows my direction perfectly. She was flexible with the hours I needed and always showed up on time. I'd have her back in a heartbeat."
Claire L.
Mia D.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience - Loves Art, Reading/education, And The Outdoors!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a full-time nannying job located near the Avondale area. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have nannied for many families with diverse backgrounds and needs, caring for infants as young as 2 months and children as old as 12 years. I also have experience working with kids as an...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mia has watched my daughter since around 5 months. She super sweet and my daughter loves her. She is my current nanny and my daughter is now 19 months. Super responsible, follows instructions, has taken my daughter to outdoor activities, including soccer, museums,...
Marilupe M.
5.0
(5)
Hi! My name is Audrey, and I am a nanny with 4 years of experience caring for children from ages 1 through 11. I specialize in caring for toddlers and infants. I'm looking for a part time nannying position and/or babysitting jobs while I am studying Children's Psychology at Depaul University. I am dedicated and passionate about...
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Audrey to nanny our two kids the summer of 2020. She stayed with us until our kids were back in school. We have two daughters (2 and 5 years old at the time) and my husband and I were both thrilled with her care for them! She was great about cleaning up,...
Bonnie C.
Hannah B.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 27-year-old working professional who is looking to make some extra money during non 9-5 (ish) hours. I can be available for regular services or for a one-time sitter. ** I am now looking for work in the Chicago area**
I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 15 years old and I have worked with all ages from...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I can not say enough good things about Hannah! She has a great attitude and I love her optimism. It's a great feeling to be comfortable and confident your kids are in good hands. She didn't just look at taking care of my kids as a job, instead she bonded with...
Melissa G.
Kathryn S.
Des Plaines, IL
$16-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My experience in child care started when I was in my teens for families around my neighborhood. I would take care of 2-4 children each time. I prepared them dinner and did light housework. I then became a nanny a family over the summer of 2016; taking care of a 7 yr old girl and two 5 yr old boys. The family required me to have...
Kathryn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katy was our full time nanny for our twins for almost 3 years, from when they were babies til after they turned 3. She was so caring and they adore her! She always went above and beyond to plan age appropriate engaging activities and to make sure they were happy...
Care member
Julia W.
Chicago, IL
$42/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Julia! I am a current graduate student in a counseling program at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota and have my undergraduate degree in psychology from UMN. My goal is to work as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with children (and animals, I hope!). I have worked with children with severe mental health...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia has watched our kids from time to time and is caring, dependable and on time. She has experience with most ages. We liked the fact she could drive to and from. If you're looking for someone who can take care of your kids for a nanny position or babysitting...
Kathy M.
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Recent college nanny reviews from local parents in Elmwood Park, IL
Alexandra B.
5.0
Ally watched our 6 & 8yr old girls and they love her! The first two times she watched them, it was for longer periods than we would normally have a sitter - she was great with making meals, playtime, bath time, etc.
- Dana A.
Caroline L.
5.0
Caroline was an excellent babysitter we would definitely hire again. Caroline watched our 4mo ("A") while we attended a wedding -- and she was our first non-family babysitter for A since he was born. She was communicative leading up to the job, and very punctual. We asked her to meet A a week ahead...
- Leslie S.
Sydney J.
5.0
Sydney took care of our 2 year old son every day for several hours for 6 months during the pandemic. She is extremely warm, genuine, and reliable, and developed a deep connection with our son. She spent a couple hours each morning taking our son outside to play soccer, or to go for walks in the...
- Angela F.
Kelsey D.
5.0
Kelsey watched our 7 month old son throughout 2 evenings while we were in Chicago visiting for a wedding. I highly recommend her. She was punctual, her communication was stellar and she was loving with our son. Kelsey is everything you could ask for in a babysitter/nanny!
- Matthew B.
Jateya T.
5.0
Jateya was always committed to being present and providing quality care. Empathy, patience, kindness and respect. She has a great understanding of clients needs. She interacted great w/ my family. A true pleasure to work with.
- Tanisha M.
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FAQs for finding a college nanny near you in Elmwood Park, IL
How much do college nannies charge near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
How much college nannies charge near you in Elmwood Park, IL can vary based on each nanny, as all nannies on Care.com charge their own unique rate. That being said, the average hourly rate for college nannies on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $15.50.
How can I find a college nanny near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
To find college nannies near you in Elmwood Park, IL, you can use Care.com to review different nanny profiles. That way, you can quickly and easily learn more about the experience levels of available nannies in your area and what they charge.
What steps can I take to safely hire a college nanny near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
There are currently 4 college nannies near you in Elmwood Park, IL on Care.com. We request all college nannies on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles with a badge on them, all college nannies who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. We do strongly recommend you conduct your own private background check, request references, and interview candidates to hire a college nanny safely.
What types of services do college nannies near me in Elmwood Park, IL offer?
Many college nannies on Care.com list the services they offer on their profiles, but you can also interview different candidates to get an idea of what services they feel comfortable taking on. When looking for a college nanny near you in Elmwood Park, IL, you should sit down and write a list of everything you want the college nanny to help with before you interview them so you know what questions to ask them to get on the same page. For example, you may need help with transportation to after school activities or may need assistance with light house work.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for a college nanny near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
When you’re looking for a college nanny near you in Elmwood Park, IL, alongside asking about services they offer in the interview, you will also want to ask them about their work experience, how they prefer to interact with children, and how they’ll handle difficult situations like disciplining a child.