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Maira S.

Elgin, IL

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$35/hr
20 years experience
Hi I have 6. 5 years of experience working with kids of all ages! I have both worked at day cares as well as an in home nanny. I have experience with medical needs as well. I worked as a day care teacher for 4 years (infants-preschoolers) and worked for a family of 3 for 2. 5 years! I'm very loving and caring, bilingual...
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Reliable And Joyful Sitter/Nanny

Elgin, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I bring over 10 years of hands-on experience working with children across a wide range of ages, from infants to pre-teens. As well as experience with children on the spectrum. Throughout my journey, I have developed a strong understanding of child development and the importance of creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging...
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Part-time/Full-time Caregiver/Nanny.

Elgin, IL

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$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a physically fit, active and seasoned caregiver, who brings over 35+ years of professionalism, knowledge and creative experience to the caregiving arena which benefits children of all ages. Past nanny experience includes care for 4 children (incl. multiples) from birth to 4 years. Job specific responsibilities included...
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Down To Earth Sitter

Elgin, IL

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$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a 23-year-old student in my 4th year at NIU. I major in Psychology and minor in Communicative Disorders. I am looking for a summer position since I will attend school full time this fall. I am energetic, fun, and I can communicate with children easily. I have taken Child Development courses and have knowledge about...
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I Am Fun, Active, Outgoing & Supportive!

Elgin, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a health & wellness instructor who comes from a big family 5 younger brothers & 2 sisters. Having fun with engaging games, and routines & organization is second nature. I've worked with families, daycares, and middle-high schoolers in after-school programs and Mental Health Week events. My tasks included light cleaning...
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Elgin, IL

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$20/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello my name is Jennifer. As a caregiver with over 16 years of hands-on experience, I have found my passion in supporting families by providing reliable childcare. My journey into this field began with fulfilling babysitting opportunities that left me eager to make a positive, long-term impact on children's lives. I am...
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Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I've always been good with kids, taken care of my cousins. Over the past 18 years, I have been lucky enough to be a full time nanny. Also I was a live in nanny-family assistant / house manager. As of a house manager I can ease your burden by taking care of daily household management tasks smoothly and easy. I'm a non-smoker and...

Promiti P. says "Interaction was limited to an interview and a few hours of trial, but we really enjoyed meeting Ana. She has a great, easy-going energy and was willing...

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Nanny (Full-Time) That Loves Kids

Hanover Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
As a mother of 3 kids and the eldest of 7 siblings, I have over 20 years of child care experience, so being a nanny comes very naturally for me. I believe this experience with infants to teenagers, my tutoring knowledge and arts and crafts background, makes me an excellent nanny. I am a responsible and has experience babysitter...

Rachael J. says "My 6-year-old LOVED staying with Syda. Syda cooked for her each day and played Barbies & Monster High. Syda's family (3 daughters and husband) are very...

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Retired Montessori Teacher / House Manager / Personal Assistant- Ready To Work Again

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, My name is Sarah. I have been a Montessori teacher for 15 years. While teaching I was one of the most requested teachers. I am retired now. I just finished nannying two children 11 and 9 the 11 yr old has autism I met the family at Montessori. I was also the Mom's assistant. I did everything possible to make the day...

Heather P. says "Sarah was lovely over the phone. She is professional and inquisitive. Our job was not full time, and thus did not fit her needs. She would be...

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Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care

Bartlett, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...

Christina K. says "Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I...

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Honest, Fun Loving And Reliable Nanny.

Barrington, IL

4.8(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a single mom of two very loving children. They are older so its not so cool to hang out with mom anymore. Besides being a mom I've worked with kids most of my adult life. I was a child photographer for seven years and was involved with the Girl Scouts of Chicago for many years. I don't believe in sitting kids down in...

Emily J. says "I hired Star for a week to fill in for our nanny that was out sick. I work from home, so I got to see her in action. She was so great with my two boys,...

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Hoffman Estates, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm looking to find a full-time nanny position, where I will provide a fun, loving, engaging, and safe learning environment, as well as help with the household upkeep. I have 25+ years of experience working with infants through teenagers. Just to name a few, I've been a babysitter, summer camp counselor, after school program...

Rachel F. says "I have known Debra for about 40 years and have trusted her with my son as well as my nieces and nephews. She has patience with children of all ages, as...

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Carpentersville, IL

5.0(0)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I love kids and I like to stay active with kids like going to the park, the zoo, museums, movies, water parks, play-dates, etc. I can also teach them Spanish. I've taken care of kids from infants to teen years and have taken care of 6 children at once. I love to organize and cook just helping people makes me happy and it's a...
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Nanny

West Chicago, IL

4.3(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience
Travel
Hello! My name is Jackie, I am 21 years old and currently live in West Chicago! I have been a nanny for the past year and a half, and have babysat for different families since I was 12 years old, including various ages from newborn to teenagers along with different special needs. I speak English fluently and took 6 years of...

Gabriella C. says "Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to play. She...

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Nanny

West Chicago, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
I have over 15 years experience, ranging from care of newborns to school-aged children. I've also raised two beautiful & successful children of my own. I have worked as a private nanny for 5 different families. In 2022 I cared for a baby girl 6 months through 15 months. In 2024 I cared for a 22-month-old through age 3. Most...
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Monickanty Tell S.'s Photo

Algonquin, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I was born and raised in West Africa, my first language is French, and graduated with a degree in cosmetology in Paris, France. I have 2 kids, and became a nanny due to my love for children; I have been a nanny for 20 years. I have extensive experience caring for newborns, infants, and toddlers. I am a responsible, reliable and...
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Barrington, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Gabriella and I'm a former Au Pair with experience in the United States. I'm currently looking for nanny opportunities and occasional childcare work. I have experience caring for children of different ages, including infants and toddlers. I'm responsible, patient and genuinely enjoy creating a safe, fun and...
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Breanne S.'s Photo

Saint Charles, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have experience caring for newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school aged children and even middle school and high schoolers. I am a teacher, mom, nanny with over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages. For as long as I can remember, my passion has been working with children. I'm responsible, animal...
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Roselle, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
As a caregiver, my responsibilities have been the following: Maintain records of child care, provide kids and families with emotional support, change bed linens, wash and iron children's laundry, entertain, converse with, or read aloud to kids, plan, purchase, prepare, or serve meals, and perform a variety of duties as requested...
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Carpentersville, IL

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$24/hr
20 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Christine and I have a Bachelor's degree in Family and Child Studies with an emphasis in Child Development. I love helping/ watching children children grow and develop. I have been working with children for over 20 years. I first started off working in a child care center with infants and toddlers. Even though...
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  • 60 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.17/hr as of April 2026

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Elgin, IL

Infant Nannies in Elgin, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed infant nannies

Ana K.

Interaction was limited to an interview and a few hours of trial, but we really enjoyed meeting Ana. She has a great, easy-going energy and...

- Promiti P.

Syda Y.

My 6-year-old LOVED staying with Syda. Syda cooked for her each day and played Barbies & Monster High. Syda's family (3 daughters and...

- Rachael J.

Sarah H.

Sarah was lovely over the phone. She is professional and inquisitive. Our job was not full time, and thus did not fit her needs. She...

- Heather P.

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Elgin, IL

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Elgin, IL, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $23.17. 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 Elgin, 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 6 infant nanny profiles near you in Elgin, IL that you can check out. You can also read 0 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 Elgin, 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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