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Joanna W.

Part Time Nanny

Downers Grove, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, My name is Joanna. I have been a professional nanny in Chicago and suburbs for the past 25 years. I'm experienced working with newborns and infants. A little bit of my history: I'm a PE teacher from Poland and also worked as a gym coach in the US I have excellent experience working with newborns and infants. I'm very...

Maggie D. says "Joanna has been with our family since my 2 yo daughter was 6 months old. She is amazing! She helps every morning with getting breakfast ready for both my...

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Maripat U.

Nanny Mature With Experience Nannying For 2 Families Recently. Experienced Baby/Pet Sitter

Downers Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have experience watching newborns through 8-year-olds. I also work as a cook for one client and provide home cooked meals for their busy family (with both parents working FT.) . I have great references and numerous nannying experiences. My hobbies are cooking, golfing, music & dancing. I am certified in infant, child and...

Jennifer C. says "Maripat is very sweet and truly loves our baby. He is always happy and safe with her! I would definitely recommend Maripat to other families!"

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Daiva G.

Downers Grove, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...
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Sarah N.

College Grad With 7+ Years Of Loving Childcare Experience | Flexible, Responsible, And Play-Focused

Downers Grove, IL

from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Sarah, a 22-year-old Butler University graduate with over seven years of experience caring for children ages 6 months to 7 years. I started babysitting at 15 for neighbors with a 6-year-old and a foster infant, and continued with them until college. During summers, I nannied full-time for two young boys and also coached...
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Cristine Ann P.

Reliable Nanny FullTime

Downers Grove, IL

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Reliable nanny with own transportation and fully vaccinated. Able to care for infants, toddlers, pre teens and teens.
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Mabel J.

Part-time/Full-time Nanny/Senior Caregiver

Lisle, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
I have worked in a childcare center for five years. I was the 2-year-old teacher for a year and worked with infants for four years. After my employment with the childcare center, I have worked with five different families as a nanny for a total of about seven years. I have had a lot of experience with infants and toddlers during...

Annie G. says "We had the pleasure of interviewing Mabel and even doing a trial day with her, for our 4 month old son. Mabel is absolutely wonderful - punctual,...

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Alexandria B.

Babysitter And Summer Nanny

Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have provided childcare for 8 different local families from our community, and worked with children ages six to 12 in a socio-cultural children, youth, and event center in Germany. I am a Gold Award Girl Scout, and I am currently studying to become a Teacher. My babysitting experience includes working with young infants to...

Karyn H. says "Alexandria did a great job with the kids! She arrived on time and came prepared with activities for the day. The kids really enjoyed baking cookies and...

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Jackie R.

Loving Nanny

Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0(0)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a loving mom of three older children. I have extensive experience working with children of various ages from infants to school age. I have worked doing private childcare, daycare centers, and working with 6th, 7th, and 8th grade mentally challenged children. I have also watched children in my home. I'm a very loving, caring,...
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Meghan F.

Part-time Or Full-time Caregiver

Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'm 25 years old . I've been nannying fulltime for 7 years for families with kids ages infant-11 yrs. I've also been babysitting since I was 12. I adore kids and love taking care of them. I love to take the kids to parks, go for walks, puzzles, crafts etc.. my rate is $24-$30/hr depending on how many kids and the other...

Kimberly L. says "Meghan has been a part-time nanny for our family for the past 8 months. She is LOVELY! She's a very reliable, responsible, and kind person. My daughter...

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Doris K.

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I ran a daycare out of my home when my children were younger, from years 1994 to 1999. I have volunteered as a leader at church for preschoolers and infants for more than 8 years. I did babysit for a friend, her daughter was infant to 5 years old. I am employed for 20-month-old, I had taken care of her since she was 3 months...

Care Member says "I cannot express how much our family loves Doris. She's been with us since our little one was 3-4 months-ish and continues to be fantastic. She truly,...

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Juanita L.

Enthusiastic Babysitter Available For Weeknights.

Bellwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I've being babysitting for the past 7+ years. I'm 22 years old and I have experience with all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I've volunteered at an elementary school to help with the younger students, K-3rd grade perform in a play. I've volunteered at a daycare assisting with the toddlers and infants. I'm also...

Nyemarie M. says "Juanita was great with my 5 year old daughter. I reached out to her last minute and she was available to come the next day. My daughter loved her. I...

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Gina A.

Westchester, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi There. I'm an experienced nanny and mother of two grown sons. I'm a non-smoker who loves children and animals as well. I've always taken on the role of running a household and all the responsibility that goes along with it. My job has always been about taking care of my children and family as well. My experience ranges from...

Cassandra J. says "Hi , I am looking for a sitter for an overnight position for my 13 month old boy- last minute- and someone to use once in a while "

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Elizabeth F.

Happy Helper

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Elizabeth. I am a energetic, loving nanny who absolutely adores children! I have a passion for child care and love helping families! I aim to bring positivity, love, and creativity into the house of my nanny family. I do my best to go the extra mile. I love finding age appropriate activities to do with my...

Elaine F. says "Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great personality and...

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Stefania P.

Nanny Looking For A Full Time Position

Brookfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have over 25 years of professional experience with children (infants up to school age). I'm a very loving, responsible, extremely punctual, funny, respectful, patient, energetic and hard working individual. I don't smoke. I own a car. I love working with children. I also love pets. I was a registered nurse in Poland for over...

Hannah A. says "Stefania has worked as a full time nanny for us for 6 years. She is an amazing person and a wonderful nanny. She is kind, loving and safe with my 3...

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Mary R.

I Am Very Fun And Loving Person.

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I am a loving, kind reliable and trustworthy person. I have been Nanny for over 20 years now, I have plenty of experience caring for children, from new born/ infants, toddlers and school age. I love what, I do because, I really think, I can make a difference in a child's life.

Care Member says "Recently my family was in a unique situation of having temporary guardianship of my nephew. My kids are 16 and 12 and I haven’t been in need of a...

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Nina B.

Fun Summer Sitter

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Nina. I am 21 years old, and am looking for a job as a nanny/ babysitter this summer. I am a rising senior at Marquette University this fall studying speech pathology and audiology. I love spending time with children of all ages, and grew up with three siblings so I know how to handle the chaos. The last few...

Linda F. says "She loves children. She loves playing with them. She respects all requests and boundaries and is always punctual. My kids ask for her to come back...

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Nikki N.

Tons Of Experience!

Naperville, IL

5.0(0)
from
$19/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hi parents! I have an undergrad degree from Indiana University with major Community Health and minors in Human Sexuality and Human Development& Family Studies. I am currently in grad school for nursing to follow my dream of becoming a labor and delivery or NICU nurse. I have been working with kids for over a decade now! I worked...
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Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...

Care Member says "Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6...

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Holly H.

Western Springs, IL

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Holly. I'm a licensed school counselor currently looking for any after school/weekend babysitting jobs. I bring 8 years of experience working with children ranging from infants to teens. I've worked with kids in many different environments: as a nanny, tutor, mentor, substitute teacher, and school counselor. I...
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Maura C.

Maura

Naperville, IL

4.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi ! My name is Maura . I have over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including extensive experience with infants and toddlers. I can help with Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, light housekeeping, house sitting and dog sitting. I'm a Children's and family certified yoga teacher. I've worked as a nanny,...

Brooke H. says "She is so great with my 6 kids and she is so polite, I will happily hire Maura again"

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  • 60 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.20/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant nannies is 4.5

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Downers Grove, IL

Infant Nannies in Downers Grove, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed infant nannies

Joanna W.

Joanna has been with our family since my 2 yo daughter was 6 months old. She is amazing! She helps every morning with getting breakfast...

- Maggie D.

Maripat U.

Maripat is very sweet and truly loves our baby. He is always happy and safe with her! I would definitely recommend Maripat to other...

- Jennifer C.

Mabel J.

We had the pleasure of interviewing Mabel and even doing a trial day with her, for our 4 month old son. Mabel is absolutely wonderful -...

- Annie G.

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Downers Grove, IL

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Downers Grove, IL, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $21.20. This is just an average though, how much you need to spend on infant care will depend on where you live and if you want to hire an infant nanny during the day or overnight.

Nanny infant care can involve changing diapers, feeding the baby, and making sure all of their needs are met. The infant nanny responsibilities that your nanny takes on will depend on your family’s unique needs and what the nanny feels comfortable with. When searching for an infant nannies in Downers Grove, IL, prepare a list of responsibilities you’re hoping to get help with so you can ask potential nannies if they can provide the support you need.

TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 5 infant nanny profiles near you in Downers Grove, IL that you can check out. You can also read 7 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.

Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in Downers Grove, IL, it can be helpful to write an infant nanny job description and to prepare a list of questions you have. For example, if in your job description you write that you need help with light housekeeping (like keeping the kitchen clean), you can add to your list of questions one about how comfortable they feel helping with housework.

We ask all Care.com infant nannies to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. For parents who want extra peace of mind, we strongly recommend doing your own research before you hire an infant nanny. Alongside running an independent background check, you can interview candidates and request references from other families they worked with in the past.

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