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Vanessa P.

Fun And Knowledgeable Sitter

Marengo, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Vanessa & I have been working with children for 12 years and have an Associates in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with all ages ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years but especially love infants and 3-year-olds! I currently am curriculum coordinator at my school that I work at, but looking for some more...

Care Member says "HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! We are local to Marengo and were looking for someone to help out with our 4 yr old twin girls. Vanessa was so great with my twins....

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Katie B.

Marengo, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
My name is Katie, I have worked with children for over 10 years. I love working with children and teaching them new things each and every day. All children develop different not one child is the same. It's easy to become attached to them and love them. I have my CDA Child Development Associates in infants and toddlers. I also am...
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Charol T.

Marengo, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi My name is Charol, I have over 15 years of experience working with children from Birth through High School including multiples. My past responsibilities included meal preparation, light housekeeping taking children in my care to various after school activities as well as over seeing homework. For the children in my care I do...
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Hannah F.

Genoa, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
HI, my name is Hannah I come from a family of 6. I have two sisters and two brothers my mother runs a daycare in witch I have worked in for years. I'm 23 years old and currently going to college for early childhood education. I have a passion for teaching and caring for young children. I have been around children my whole life...
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Maria D.

Full Time

Lake in the Hills, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a nurturing and dependable caregiver with over 25 years of experience with children of all ages (infants, toddlers, school age). I have also cared for older adults that needed a caregiver and had special needs. As a former teacher, I understand that each child may learn differently, which is why my care-giving approach is...

Michelle K. says "Maria is a fabulous sitter. She is caring and nurturing and very reliable."

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Sherry D.

Experienced, Dependable And Loving Nanny Seeks Long Term Full-time Position With A Wonderful Family

Hampshire, IL

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
I adore children and have 20+ years of experience, caring for infant to grade school ages. The past year I have cared for a smart & lively 16-month-old, but preschool starts in June, so I am looking for my next adventure! I'm searching for the perfect long-term job with another wonderful family. I specialize in infants and...

Care Member says "Sherry was our son's nanny from ~6 months until he started daycare at 15 months and we all adored (and still adore) her! She is thoughtful, kind,...

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Kailee V.

Woodstock, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi everyone! My name is Kailee and I'm 22 years old. I am the oldest of 3 sisters and 1 brother. I owe the start of my Early childhood experience to my little brother and sister (5&7). I currently work at an early childhood school as a Lead Preschool Teacher/ Floater. I have been working there for 2 years since November 2023. I...

Care Member says "Kailee is always on-time, enthusiastic and caring. I felt safe leaving my children in her care. She is delightful to be around and my children adore...

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Marie J.

Loving

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am currently a part-time nanny for two families with Care. com and can provide references. I have over six years of experience. Within that time I have taken care of babies, inclusive children and have education in speech pathology. I am certified for Child Development, Health and Safety. My BS is from NIU in Engineering. I...

Care Member says "Marie has been a part time in home nanny for us for a few months now. She is pleasant, polite and overall just amazing with our two boys (10 and 2 YOA)....

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Tess S.

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have spent more than 4 years as a teacher in a daycare setting and just over 4 years as a private nanny . I've spent much of my time caring for infants and toddlers, but I love working with older children as well. Kindness is key. Here are some things I focus on while nannying: -Establishing and maintaining a schedule -Large...

Kari F. says "As a work from home mom also balancing caring for a baby, Tess was a life saver! She helped out for half days with my son so I could get some work done or...

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Amber C.

Child Care

Algonquin, IL

4.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have over 20 years experience caring for children. I have been a nanny for various families with children of all ages, as well as a daycare teacher, substitute teacher, infant teacher, and public school preschool teacher. I worked for the same family for over four years, starting with two children ages 6 months and 2 years,...
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Anna N.

Do It All

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Anna, 30 yrs old, live in McHenry, mom of two girls age 5yrs and 2 yrs. Experience in formal daycares and in-home care. Have worked with highly sensitive infants, autistic and special needs children, and ages from 6 weeks-14 yrs old. I am CPR and first aid trained, certification is out of date though! I am available...

Paige N. says "Ana was very kind and enjoyable to be around with my daughter. She watched her for a date night and we were very pleased. "

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Alison L.

Nanny Or Child Care Provider

Lake in the Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
31 year corporate career Retired early Previous 2 year infant church care as room lead Grown twin children Currently care for a child alternating weekdays, rotating days, before and after school Also provide errands for legally blind senior, schedule fluctuates Looking for single need or recurring weekday childcare Enjoy...

Glenna W. says "Alison is a problem solver. She quickly can see how to make things run smoothly. She is great with children because of her life's experience of having...

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Moriah B.

Lake in the Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I provide excellent care services by having clear, structured expectations and offering fun, engaging activities. I am experienced with a diverse variety of needs and ages. Below is a summary of my experience/qualifications: -Currently a teacher, pursuing Special Ed accreditation (1 yr) -Teaching assistant/after school care...

Andy R. says "Moriah was great! She recently watched our kids, aged 1,5, and 9. Three kids for about 7 hours! The kids loved hanging out with her and she was...

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Sade C.

Woodstock, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a 32-year-old college student who is born and raised in Chicago I recently moved back home to Illinois from California, where I was working as a lead infant teacher at daycare. My past experience include parks and recreation as well as a paraprofessional in elementary schools as I am certified. I am also CPR and First Aid...

Annette V. says "Sade was great with helping me with any task I asked for help with around the house from gardening/yard-work to folding and putting away laundry to...

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Amanda H.

Full-Time Nanny

Sycamore, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Amanda, and I am a proud graduate of Northern Illinois University, holding a Bachelor of Arts degree. With 20 years of experience in childcare, I have had the privilege of caring for children ranging from infants to teenagers, including families with multiple children and pets. I excel in light housekeeping and enjoy...

Laurie B. says "Amanda is a kind and hard-working person with a palpable love for children (and pets)! She has been a trustworthy, doting caregiver, adapting as our...

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Dawn C.

Experienced Mother And Nanny

McHenry, IL

4.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am the mother of a 21 yr old son, a 28-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 7-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...

Shannon C. says "Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her."

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Nyanah B.

Nyanah

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
hi!! My name is Nyanah I'd describe my personality as creative, friendly, compassionate, and loving I like working with kids because I have a little sister as well as a a niece and nephew that I love to spend time with and I think that kids are just a joy to be around, I love having fun with kids but will also make sure the...

Daryl F. says "My kids loved Nyanah from the moment they met her! She was able to get both kids (2 and 4) down for bed, which was a very pleasant surprise. I would...

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Karen R.

Honest, Personable, Responsible, Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver /Nanny For Six Families

McHenry, IL

4.6(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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...

Ian G. says "Karen is very nice and has a vast range of experience in a variety of areas. She babysat our 2 1/2 year old boy for a week during the day when we were in...

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Rebecca F.

Hampshire, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Experienced in caring for young infants through school aged children. Involves children in outside activities, weather permitting. Available for date nights and after school care.
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Ana S.

Caring Sitter

Kirkland, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, I'm Ana and I'm a mother of 3 with 16 years experience. I can help with homework, light housekeeping, keeping kids busy. I'm very professional and organized. Infant specialist/ CPR , as well DCFS foster licensed certified. I'm also trained as a caregiver for elders. I'm covid vaccinated, flu shot and TDAP shot. Kids are...
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  • 60 infants child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infants child care is 5.0

Recent infant child care reviews from local parents in Marengo, IL

Infants Child Care in Marengo, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care

Vanessa P.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! We are local to Marengo and were looking for someone to help out with our 4 yr old twin girls. Vanessa was so great...

- Care member

Maria D.

Maria is a fabulous sitter. She is caring and nurturing and very reliable.

- Michelle K.

Sherry D.

Sherry was our son's nanny from ~6 months until he started daycare at 15 months and we all adored (and still adore) her! She is thoughtful,...

- Care member

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Marengo, IL

If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Marengo, IL to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Marengo, IL, is $18.00.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Marengo, IL by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with

The infant child care services available near you in Marengo, IL can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.

To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Marengo, IL, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.

When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Marengo, IL, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.

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