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Karen R.

McHenry, IL

4.6(1)
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$21/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...

Care Member says "I would highly recommend Karen as a nanny. She cared for our twin boys from the time they were 3 months old until they were 27 months old. Over those...

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Samantha S.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Nanny/Sitter -- Animal Lover Too!

McHenry, IL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a perfect choice for you if you are looking for a punctual, energetic, silly and patient woman who enjoys showing up to care for children and your home. The ages I've taken care of range from tiny newborns to all ages of Elementary School and preteens 10 to 15 years old. I take care of children the way the parents prefer;...
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Melina I.

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Melina and I am 27-years-old. I'm currently a nanny for an awesome family but I am going back to school so I'm in need of a different schedule. I'm currently looking for part time! I have been nannying and babysitting since I was 18 years old, I Au paired in Spain for 2 years, and have experience with multiple...
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Tracie H.

McHenry, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 20+ years experience with children. From being a stay at home mom when my children were little ( now adults) to working as an assistant in preschool as well as third grade. Along with managing lunch at a private school for all children K-8. I also have training in the mental health field with children K-12 with school...
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Kim M.

Nanny/babysitter

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I am a mom with adult children 5 grandchildren, 2010 to 2011. I was taking care of 2 children in Bartlett Illinois, Monday through Friday full-time. I was in charge of lunch and dinner light housekeeping and laundry. Just like being at home. I enjoy taking care of people loved one's whether they are children there pets I mostly...

Kristy E. says "I had Kim come over for an interview and trial run for a nanny position, and she was absolutely wonderful with my four-month old son. He was actually a...

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Hannah B.

Fox Lake, IL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Hannah, I am 23 years old and have been working in the childcare field since I was 15! I am CPR and First Aid certified along with having my own reliable transportation. I have worked as an in-home nanny, occasional babysitting, daycare, and at a school for children on the spectrum! I am seeking a full time and...

Jay G. says "Hannah is awesome sitter! My 10 year old LOVES it when we tell him "Hannah's coming tonight"! She's always early and cleans up. "

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Jody O.

Crystal Lake, IL

4.4(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hell my name is Jody. I am a caring mother of two. My children are grown, but I can still often be found caring for children. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, and have spent many years working with children. I have taught preschool and other classes for children. I can provide a structured routine, and safe...

Dawn T. says "Jody has been great! My kids love her and enjoy their mornings with her. She is dependable, flexible, and fun to have around."

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Jacquelyn M.

Caring, Organized, And Experienced Nanny For Hire!

Round Lake, IL

3.7(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My mother has always been my inspiration for safe, effective care-giving for all ages. I often admired her as she worked with Early Childhood students with tenderness and excitement. This was only my beginning to learning how to care for people's needs -- physically, mentally, and emotionally. When I turned 14, I immediately...

Care Member says "Jacquelyn is awesome! She was super great with my daughter. I heard all about the fun adventures they had and will definitely be hiring her again!"

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Donyel H.

Nanny Who Teaches With Educational Play!

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
Learning and Playing with children has blessed me with the most wonderful memories of all! Teaching a child to express themselves and communicate through music and sign language (ASL) and watching their frustrations ease, are some of the reasons I became a Nanny. I am a loving Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of...

Maria G. says "Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had! She's...

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Elizabeth W.

Woodstock, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I have recently jumped back into nannying, although I am often around children as I have 4 of the coolest nieces & nephews so I have plenty experiences with kids despite the hiatus from nannying as my job! In my free time I enjoy concerts, camping, football, finding new food spots, & chill days at home binge watching....

Michael D. says "Thanks to Care.com, we are happy to have a nice babysitter for our son, who will be 3 years old on the 3rd of December. Liz is a caring and experienced...

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Jennifer W.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
I have over 10 years of childcare experience from infant to school age. I worked in daycare's and watched children out of my home . I also was a nanny for a family with 3 children. I am CPR certified and have references upon request. If interested please contact me . I would love to help a family out. Thanks!
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Anna B.

Round Lake, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm Anna-a licensed in-home daycare provider, childcare professional, and dance teacher with 10+ years of experience working with children ages 1-18, including 5 years as an in-home nanny. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, and I prioritize safety while fostering creativity, learning, and personal growth. I've supported a...
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Lori W.

Fun & Energetic Grandma Nanny

Cary, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
I was a stay-at-home mom of 5 kids (2 sets of twins) so 5 kids age 5 and under which is over 10 years of experience. All 5 of our kids were very premature, so have much experience with the challenges that can go with that. I am a grandma to a 4-year-old girl who I have helped care for since birth. I have nannied 3 yr. old twins,...
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Skylar K.

Funny, Energetic Sitter

Spring Grove, IL

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have been in child care since I was 17. I have worked with all ages from 0-13 , A daycare center as a lead teacher and a private in home nanny. I am currently in EMT school and my summer job is ending with a schedule opening up fully in September. .
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Brooke A.

Wonder Lake, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, my name is Brooke. I am 23, and from Wonder Lake, IL. I graduated from Woodstock North in 2020, and I just graduated college from Tennessee Tech University. I'm currently home with a flexible schedule looking for another family to babysit or nanny for! I currently occasionally take care of a family 2-3x a week, there's...
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Maria C.

Round Lake, IL

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$19/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
I'm a parent to 2 children ages 12 and 18. I was a floater teacher assistant for 5 years at a Montessori school. I took that job straight after high school. working with age group of 6 weeks to 6 years. Was offered a permanent position in the infant room. I worked for 4 years in that room. I left that position to do my...
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Carime M.

Caring Mom Of 3 Looking For Whoever Needs Help

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a CNA with over 20 years of experience in medical, hospital, and home care settings, including a strong background in labor and delivery. I am CPR-certified and have extensive experience as a private home health caregiver and nanny, capable of caring for up to three children at a time. I am dedicated to providing...
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Megan G.

Part- Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Cary, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
As a former teacher, I have over 10 years of experience working with children from birth to age 12. I have my Bachelors degree as well as a Child Development Asst. and am CPR certified. I love children and love finding new, exciting ways to connect with them and teach them. Currently, one of my favorite things to do with...
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Mollie T.

Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am Mollie :) I am looking for a lovely family to join. I am a University of Louisville graduate with a Bachelors of Science degree in Elementary Education with a track in Learning and Behavioral Disorders. I have spent the last 2 years teaching 5th/6th grade in Louisville, Kentucky as a certified teacher! I have decided...
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Catherine T.

Childcare Provider, Full-Time.

Ingleside, IL

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$18/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have raised four children of my own. I have been providing quality child care for over 30 years. I love children, and I encourage a loving and secure environment within your home. I've cared for newborns through high school age. Once I become part of your family, I'm with you as long as I'm needed. Due to not being active...
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  • 60 in home nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in home nannies is 4.0

Recent in home nanny reviews from local parents in McHenry, IL

In Home Nannies in McHenry, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed in home nannies

Karen R.

I would highly recommend Karen as a nanny. She cared for our twin boys from the time they were 3 months old until they were 27 months old....

- Care member

Kim M.

I had Kim come over for an interview and trial run for a nanny position, and she was absolutely wonderful with my four-month old son. He was...

- Kristy E.

Hannah B.

Hannah is awesome sitter! My 10 year old LOVES it when we tell him "Hannah's coming tonight"! She's always early and cleans up.

- Jay G.

FAQs for finding an in-home nanny near you in McHenry, IL

The average going rate for in-home nannies on Care.com in McHenry, IL is $17.50 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.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? It’s easy to find an in-home nanny with Care.com. There are currently 4 in McHenry, 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.

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.

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