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60 college nannies are listed in River Forest, IL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby college nannies is 7 years
College nannies in River Forest, IL
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fatima has never let me down! She always goes above and beyond of what I ask of her. I never have to worry she has exceptional communication skills and is extremely caring and kind. I enjoy having her around seriously such a bright soul."
Care member
Jordyn P.
Chicago, IL
$29/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Jordyn, a 23-year-old with a decade of babysitting experience, including two years as a live-in nanny. I substitute teach, pursue Nutrition and Healthy Living at Cornell University, and thrive in activities like travel, painting, crafts, schoolwork, and sports. Beyond academics, I run my own coaching company...
Jordyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jordyn was our favorite Live-in Nanny for 2 years, for my then 12-year-old son. She is a fantastic person. I trusted Jordyn to drive my car as she is a great driver, she had full use of our home, dog sits when we traveled, and trusted her in a home full of...
Robin B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Caley and I would love to get kids away from the screen, explore outside, and bring on the creativity. I am also happy to assist with virtual classes and school curriculum help. I can provide childcare, English tutoring, and general music/cello lessons.
I am a senior at DePaul University in Chicago studying...
Caley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Caley is great with my kids. She is patient, and kind. My kids are always so happy to see her!!"
Sheree D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Erika and I am currently a Senior at Dominican University. I am majoring in Early Childhood Education. I have cared for 3 families and I currently work Full time as an Infant Teacher at a daycare center.
As much as I love my job, I miss being able to bond with a child & the family. I am also a mom to a 2-year-old...
Erika can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Erika was a wonderful nanny for our one-year-old son! She was patient attentive and kind and we felt very confident in her care. She also started to teach our son Spanish at our request! She was on time and very responsible!"
Sarah B.
Daphne J.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a warm, compassionate, energetic nanny who your children will love!
Experience:
-Various babysitting experience over the years
-5 semesters of classroom field-experience at the university level
-1-on-1 tutoring of a 1st grader, focusing on her reading comprehension
-Part-time nanny for a 1. 5-year-old girl
-Full time nanny...
Daphne can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Daphne has been an amazing caretaker for our 2 year old son! She is incredibly attentive and engaging, encourages creativity through art and music, planned daily activities out of the house at the library and local parks to ensure he is gaining social experiences,...
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Clare D.
Chicago, IL
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Clare, a dedicated Health Science major at DePaul University. I have over 8 years of experience with children, and I am located in Lincoln Park (right by DePaul!), but I am willing to commute. I am proficient in Spanish, and I can help with light Housekeeping and Crafts! I have experience with children as young as 3...
Clare can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our two young boys had a excellent afternoon with Clare! She was attentive and fun for them and responsible and punctual for me. 100% recommend."
Lesley R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My names Althea and I'm located in the Lincoln Park area. I am 19 years old and I have been babysitting + nannying for 7 years. I am a current DePaul student and am looking for part time nannying/ babysitting opportunities. I have experience caring for children 3 months- 12 years old. I am happy to help with everything from...
Althea can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"We interviewed Althea for a childcare position that we ended up deciding not to hire anyone for. Althea was on time for the interview, brought all of the materials we requested, and was very professional and polite. She is also very COVID cautious and we would have...
Julia P.
Jennifer F.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Jennifer and I'm a punctual, dependable, artistic, responsible, bilingual, fun nanny available for weekend care! :)
*11+ years experience (as of October 2022)
*Spanish: Fluent in speaking, writing and reading.
*Can provide references if needed.
*Can provide Driver's License and Insurance of vehicle....
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Jennifer connects well with children and is a caring individual."
Bill And Annie G.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Leslie and I am currently working as an ABA therapist. I recently graduated with my Masters in Psychology. I am looking for a part time nanny job as I have a lot of experience! I love to be active with the kids I work with but will always adjust to any family needs! I love to help out with homework and any...
Leslie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leslie is a wonderful babysitter. She was punctual and my 7 year old loved playing with her. She also kept in touch with me during the evening to let me know how things were going. I will be definitely be hiring her again."
Jenny T.
Caroline M.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Caroline and I am a 25-year-old student in nursing school. I have been working with kids since I was 16 years old and have had lots of experience with children of all ages. I have worked as a nanny, preschool assistant teacher, and pediatric ER tech. I am also a medical assistant and have received certification in...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot recommend Caroline highly enough. She is absolutely fantastic! We first hired her to babysit for our daughter and son a year ago and have had her back many times since. She responds quickly to scheduling requests, is punctual and reliable, and she always...
Marie K.
Stefanie C.
Chicago, IL
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Grad Student With Over 10 Yrs Experience In Child Care Looking For PT Position!
5.0
(1)
I have over 10 years of experience working in childcare. I spent every summer throughout high school and early college working as a camp counselor. After that, I had the amazing opportunity to work at a Montessori school, where I spent most of my time with kiddos from one to 3 years old. During this time, I regularly facilitated...
Stefanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stefanie was great with our two little girls (3 and 7). She kept them active with educational activities and began to teach them Spanish. In addition, she maintained the housekeeping as far as meal prep, laundry and cleaning duties. We highly recommend her! "
William P.
5.0
(2)
Hi, I am 23 years old. I have 9 years of paid childcare experience including babysitting, nannying, and teaching. I taught an art class to toddlers from 2016-18, which I absolutely loved. I worked as an overnight camp counselor from 2017-19, taking care of kids ages 6-16. I received extensive CPR and First Aid training. As a...
Genevieve can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gigi is wonderful with children. So patient and intuitive. She is also fun to be around. Kids love her."
Mary S.
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, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's kind, intelligent and has a gentle spirit. She's reliable!"
Ginger H.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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
(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: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Raeba P.
Elmhurst, IL
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! As mentioned my name is Raeba and I am a Sophomore studying Human and Organizational Development at Vanderbilt University. I am currently home from school for the semester due to a family emergency. This past summer I nannied 9-5 M-F for a girl and boy ages 7 and 8. I also recently took on a job where I nannied 3 children,...
Raeba can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Raeba is a wonderful babysitter. She not only provides care and attention to my daughter but she even goes above and beyond. She sometimes brings activities (crafts or games) or has fun ideas to do with my daughter. I always know my child is going to be well cared...
Rachel F.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am an experienced and reliable house manager with 6 years of experience helping families run their house smoothly. I am fully vaccinated and have clean driving and criminal records. I have a bachelor's in engineering and I am a very dependable, proactive, organized and detailed oriented person.
I am currently a...
Lais can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lais is a caring, loving and patient person. She has been amazing with our child. Any family would be lucky to have her. I trust her completely with my most precious gift!"
Kelli S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am located in Portage Park. I have experience working with babies (0-24m) and young children (1-4). I am CPR/First AID/AED certified. I love spending time with children and making them happy. I have references I can provide as well. I have been a nanny for newborns and toddlers. Pay ranges from $20-$25. I stick to 5 miles...
Satyavati can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Satyavati took good care of our toddler! She's a natural with kids and great at engaging them. She was a responsible sitter and used to communicate with us regularly about our toddler's progress. We would certainly rehire her!"
Lakshmi C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a first year graduate student at Rush University Medical Center pursuing my doctorate in Audiology. Originally from Colorado, I moved to Chicago last year to start school and love living here! I have 5 years experience nannying and babysitting for kids from ages 2 months to 12 years and the family I was with the longest...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is wonderful! Such a relaxed and conscientious person who has been amazing with our newborn, 2 year old, 4 year old, and dog! She has babysat and is acting as our part time nanny as I transition back to work. Incredibly dependable and a great communicator!...
Chelsea A.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Migle and I am looking for a full-time nanny position. I have over 13 years of nannying/ babysitting children aged 4 and up and have several references available upon request. With my background, I am able to assist with eLearning and homework help.
About me:
I have my own transportation
Non-Smoker
Very...
Migle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Migle was always dependable: on time, and consistent in care. Kids loved her. After coming home we liked to hang around a bit and chat with her. What's not to like? Five stars for sure. "
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Recent college nanny reviews from local parents in River Forest, IL
Fatima O.
5.0
Fatima has never let me down! She always goes above and beyond of what I ask of her. I never have to worry she has exceptional communication skills and is extremely caring and kind. I enjoy having her around seriously such a bright soul.
- Care member
Jordyn P.
5.0
Jordyn was our favorite Live-in Nanny for 2 years, for my then 12-year-old son. She is a fantastic person. I trusted Jordyn to drive my car as she is a great driver, she had full use of our home, dog sits when we traveled, and trusted her in a home full of beautiful things. Jordyn is completely...
- Robin B.
Caley K.
5.0
Caley is great with my kids. She is patient, and kind. My kids are always so happy to see her!!
- Sheree D.
Erika B.
5.0
Erika was a wonderful nanny for our one-year-old son! She was patient attentive and kind and we felt very confident in her care. She also started to teach our son Spanish at our request! She was on time and very responsible!
- Sarah B.
Daphne J.
5.0
Daphne has been an amazing caretaker for our 2 year old son! She is incredibly attentive and engaging, encourages creativity through art and music, planned daily activities out of the house at the library and local parks to ensure he is gaining social experiences, and genuinely cares for his safety...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a college nanny near you in River Forest, IL
How much do college nannies charge near me in River Forest, IL?
How much college nannies charge near you in River Forest, 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 $18.33.
How can I find a college nanny near me in River Forest, IL?
To find college nannies near you in River Forest, 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 River Forest, IL?
There are currently 3 college nannies near you in River Forest, 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 River Forest, 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 River Forest, 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 River Forest, IL?
When you’re looking for a college nanny near you in River Forest, 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.