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60 in home nannies are listed in Downers Grove, IL
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 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: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(8)
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
5.0
"Gilda is very responsible and easy going lady. She used to work with the family next door and their kids love her. She is trustworthy, hardworking and reliable."
Claudia G.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary started babysitting my 2 boys (now 7 & 10yo) when she was in high school. She was always very creative with activities and able to talk to them at their level. I would highly recommend her as a caregiver."
Sonya V.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
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!
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, 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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
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, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
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: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Catherine has an open, friendly and extroverted personality that engages people in conversation.
She is extremely competent in the subject matter that she is presenting or tutoring.
Having raised children during her life as a full time mom, makes her...
Daniel F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I did take care out of my home for 25 years, and have been a nanny for multiple families for the last 10 years. I am CPR certified, vaccinated, non-smoker, non-drinker, I have my own vehicle. Lots of experience, and great references! I also have been a night nurse for infants, specializing, sleep training. Help infants, and...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Miss Dawn has been our nanny for over a year now and is the best nanny we have ever had. She is great with our boys (ages 4 and 2). She is very active with them and plays with them throughout the day. She works with them on preschool related activities. Works with...
Becky R.
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: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was a teenager. I have been married for 39years and have four adult children. I was blessed to be able to care for my children for 11 years before returning to work. At that time I also cared for my family and friends children. I sometimes had up to seven children at a time including my own. It...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is wonderful with my kids. She is very prompt, courteous, and always has a smile. Always willing to make things work which is a plus for a working Mom. My kids love her yet she is able to balance discipline with kind words. We consider her part of the...
Amy C.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & 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
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have been in the child care industry for 7 years. I have experience both in group care and home care settings. I have an early Childhood Development Associate's accreditation (CDA). I am CPR certified and have First Aid training. I am comfortable working with all children, but have the most experience working with...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Samantha is a close friend of the family, and has done house sitting for us as well as babysitting our youngest child over the past 13 years. She is extremely responsible and nurturing, and I am happy to provide a personal recommendation for anyone looking for a...
LIsa E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've loved working around children for as long as I can remember. I've had over six years of experience in a child care center, have nannied for over three years, and have been babysitting for over a decade. I've helped pick kids up from school and take them home, as well as done overnights while parents are out of town. I love...
Colleen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Colleen has been our nanny for 3 months now for our 2.5 year old daughter and 7 month old son, and it's been wonderful! We wish we could keep her forever, but she is relocating. She teaches our 2.5 year old letters and numbers by using arts and crafts and games...
Christina B.
Becky H.
Broadview, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Becky: Daycare Owner, Teacher, Nanny And More.. Experience With Children.!.
5.0
(1)
I have over 35+ years experience working with children of all ages. I am currently the program manager for the Right At School program at Field Park elementary. I taught pre-school for several years for a daycare center, substitute taught for 2 years, taught second grade for 2. 5 years, was a supervisor/teacher for a...
Becky can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I've known her for 45 years. She is caring, thorough and incredibly detailed oriented. If you need someone to support you in child care, elder care, pet care, organizing and planning, hosting a garage sale or whatever you can think of, she's your person. Lastly,...
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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.
Gilda R.
5.0
I met Gilda in 2007 when she applied for a position in the kids hair cut salon I was the manager. Since we hired her, she was enthusiastic, very positive attitude towards coworkers and customers. Always punctual and when required she was willing to stay extra time to help when we were short on...
- Cryspa B.
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.
Dawn G.
5.0
We interviewed Dawn and liked her a lot. She was very personable and we felt like she would be great with our daughters. The only reason we did not hire her was because she lives too far from us for the amount of trips she would need to make to our house each day. We are sure she will make a...
- Kelly G.
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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 $17.38 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 May 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 19 reviews of the 60 listed in home nannies.