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60 in home nannies are listed in Downers Grove, IL
The average rate is $18/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby in home nannies is 7 years
In home nannies in Downers Grove, IL
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of 10 children and grew up in a rural part of Wisconsin. I married seven years ago and moved to Chicago where I reside with my husband and children. I am a teacher. I earned a bachelor's degree in Broad Field Science and Secondary Education and a master's degree in Learning Technology. I taught science for 12...
Shawna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shawna was professional, dependable, and flexible. Her home was like a second home for our daughter. If you want a fun, safe environment for your child to learn, socialize with other children, and be cared for, look no further."
Brian M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced with boys and girls, love watching movies and playing games as well as doing arts and crafts. I've cared early in the morning, late at night, and have experience overnights. The number one priority is having fun!
I am a graduate of Purdue University Global with a degree in Human Services in Child and Family Services...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary was the babysitter for our daughter from age 6 months - 13 months. She was very dependable, sweet, patient and fun! Our daughter loved spending time with her. We were so sad to see her go, but glad we were able to find someone like her to watch over our little...
Brooke B.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi , currently working as a house manager and organizer , I have an experienced and references. If you need an extra hands running your house let me know , I help families to maintain their home and chores , I care homes when they travel and kids , including pets .
Organize closet , laundry , errands .
Flexibles hours ,
Gilda
Gilda can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello my name is Katie and I am currently a freshman at the University of Alabama. I will be home for the summer and live in Downers Grove. I have a very flexible schedule and will be around during the week and for occasional date nights. I will have my own car so I will be available to drive kids anywhere that's needed. I have...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Daiva G.
Downers Grove, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
hi!
I live in Downers Grove, and I'm looking for a nanny position. I have a nursing background from my home country, where I worked at a children's hospital. I have 10+ years of nanny experience, and have an expertise in working with newborns/infants and school-aged children.
Child's happiness and safety is my number one...
Daiva can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
I have nannied/babysat on and off for over 12 years. I have worked with children as young as 5 days old all the way to 14 years old. I have worked with special needs children and have taken them to therapy and included therapy related games and fun for them to continue to thrive in their home and school environments. I believe I...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Natasha S.
Downers Grove, IL
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mom of a little boy and am looking to watch another little one in our Downers Grove home! I have previously nannied for a variety of ages and have recently completed a parenting course on everything infant related from safety to reaching milestones. Additionally, I am a certified nursing assistant (meaning certified in...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Dominique Q.
Downers Grove, IL
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello!
I am a college student who stayed home this year due to covid. I have been babysitting since I was 13, which is 6 years of experience. I have a list of reputable references so you know you are in good hands. Worked with baby's as young as six month to kids as old as 16. Can cook, clean, and keep the kids entertained!
Former educator, small business owner and mother of twins! I would describe myself as high energy, patient, reliable, creative and organized. Available to help families in any way from getting littles on a schedule to educational and fun outings to homework help. Willing to do light housework and meal prep. I have run a...
Lisette can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a senior in university looking to nanny as I am on summer break. I have several years of experience not only babysitting but tutoring, drop off/pick up at school, and light household cleaning. I speak Hindi and Urdu at home but am almost fluent in Spanish as well. I look forward to chatting with you!
Ariana can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
I was a math teacher for 20 years in my home country of Lithuania. I also have two children of my own, who have given me a lifetime of experience. One of my jobs was to care for an 18-year-old girl with epilepsy, so I'm comfortable with working with disabled and special-needs children. I also used to work part-time for a family...
Nijole can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello everyone! My name is Alexa but I typically go by Lexi. I have been babysitting for more that 6 years and have been a summer nanny for the past 2 summers. I am currently a junior at The University of Alabama and will be home in the Chicago area all summer! A little about me; I am studying public relations and political...
Alexa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Catherine L.
Downers Grove, IL
$16-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Mature, Responsible, Patient, Experienced Nanny And Teacher
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Catherine.
I am a Mature, Nurturing Full-time Nanny and teacher with 7 years experience working with preschool through early elementary in 3 different families. References available upon request..
I am willing to customize in-home teaching to suit your child's needs and interests. I have hands-on experience...
Catherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Catherine has done a wonderful job of caring for and tutoring our 5 year old over the past year. She has been reliable, dependable, patient and flexible throughout this entire pandemic. We would not have survived this past year without her!"
Amanda L.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My career began as a nanny began over 14 years ago as a part of a nanny share (two infants). My experience ranges from ages infancy - middle school, multiple nanny shares, as well as single family homes. I have experience with food/environmental allergies, premature babies, hearing difficulties/baby sign language,...
Vanessa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Vanessa is an awesome babysitter and I would highly recommend her to anyone! She serve as an occasional babysitter about 2-3 times per month for our one-year-old son for date night/errands/gym and we have found her to be absolutely wonderful.
Vanessa is...
Wendy D.
Milena L.
Elmhurst, IL
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experience Babysitter And Available For Full-Time Babysitting Job.
3.7
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi
My name is Milena and I'm professional and experienced nanny with 9 years of experience.
I have finished economic high school 4 years and Polytechnic university of Belgrade, Department of marketing management.
My experience:
July 2013 -August 2022 worked as a nanny in private family home, took care for kids from 0 months...
Milena can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is awesome, very professional and careful with my baby boy. Always punctual, clean and follow the instructions. I'll recommend her "
Sarah C.
Jessamyn M.
Westmont, IL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
In college I nannied and tutored after class for a family with three boys. After grad school I nannied full time for a year for a family with a boy and a girl. I've also had various babysitting jobs for kids off all ages. I've always enjoyed learning the different flows of each family. After my last family, my new job had a lot...
Jessamyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Creative with fun activities for the kids.
Respects parents' boundaries and communicates well.
Reliable and seems to truly enjoy spending time with our little guy.
Does well with our two large dogs in the house too!"
Jacki B.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Samina K.
Carol Stream, IL
$31/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked at multiple daycare (including kinder care) and have 3 children of my own. I have worked with children of all age, but prefer working with kids ages 0-5. I have an associates degree and 6 years of experience working with kids.
I prefer a drop-off system, where I can take care of the children in my home, but I...
Samina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Wonderful with my two toddlers, always brings activities for the kids to do. Samina keeps up with the kids' regular routine with ease. I never worry when my kids are in her care. They are always well fed, happily occupied, and under close supervision."
Naba Z.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a teaching degree in elementary education from a University. I have been babysitting children since I was 13 years old! I am great with water safety and am CPR/First Aid certified. In addition, I have worked with special needs children and have watched children with severe food allergies. I absolutely adore kids, playing...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paige worked as our Nanny last summer caring for my 9 year old son and 6 year old daughter and she did a wonderful job! She kept my children active all summer by playing in the park, taking them swimming, playing sports, going to the library and doing arts and...
Gia D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an attentive and very responsible person who enjoys caring for infants and toddlers and helping them grow . I am enthusiastic and I love engaging with the child or children with learning while playing. I like to get to know each child and tailor to their individual needs. I will always play at their level whether it is...
Donna can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Donna has been watching our daughter T. since 2016. T. adores her and has enjoyed every minute spent with Donna. We consider her part of our family, she has joined us at T.'s birthday parties, seen us through home changes and helped in countless other ways. She is...
Meghan S.
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Recent in home nanny reviews from local parents in Downers Grove, IL
Shawna T.
5.0
Leaving Shawna and her family when we moved out of state was so very difficult. Our little ones became a part of their family and Shawna loved them like her own. Shawna is amazing and I would recommend her to every and all families!
- Kristin D.
Mary N.
5.0
Mary was the babysitter for our daughter from age 6 months - 13 months. She was very dependable, sweet, patient and fun! Our daughter loved spending time with her. We were so sad to see her go, but glad we were able to find someone like her to watch over our little girl for us!
- Brooke B.
Catherine L.
5.0
Catherine has done a wonderful job of caring for and tutoring our 5 year old over the past year. She has been reliable, dependable, patient and flexible throughout this entire pandemic. We would not have survived this past year without her!
- Amanda L.
Vanessa P.
5.0
Vanessa is very caring, responsible, and active with our 4 kids. She’s flexible and easily adapted to your home. She would be a great caregiver for you home.
- Care member
Milena L.
5.0
She is awesome, very professional and careful with my baby boy. Always punctual, clean and follow the instructions. I'll recommend her
- Sarah C.
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FAQs for finding an in-home nanny near you in Downers Grove, IL
How much does an in-home nanny cost in 2024 near me in Downers Grove, IL?
The average going rate for in-home nannies on Care.com in Downers Grove, IL is $18.62 per hour. That being said, how much an in-home nanny charges can vary due to factors like their years of experience and your location.
How do I find in-home nannies near me in Downers Grove, IL?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? It’s easy to find an in-home nanny with Care.com. There are currently 13 in Downers Grove, IL in-home nannies you can review on Care.com. To find an in-home nanny, you can search for nannies and compare their profiles by hourly pay rate and experience. You can also read in-home nanny reviews from other families.
What types of in-home nanny services near me are available in April 2024?
All live-in nannies offer different services. Some may be more than happy to help with homework or to do some light housekeeping or cooking. You can ask them about what responsibilities they’re willing to tackle when you interview them.
Ratings for Downers Grove, IL in home nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
In Home Nannies in Downers Grove, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed in home nannies.