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Grace B.

Full-time Child Care Provider, Bringing Positive Energy As Well As Reliable & Responsible Work Ethic

Libertyville, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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I have been working with children from the day I can remember. Having 3 younger brothers, I was always there to give an extra hand. I wanted to help in everything and anything. I started babysitting around age 10/11 for my siblings for short amounts of time, until I was around 14 was when I started being able to sit for other...
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Janelle W.

Waukegan, IL

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
I've spent nearly 10 years caring for children because I truly love supporting their growth and development. Over the years, I've developed the key qualities that make for a great caregiver-patience, creativity, and a warm, calming presence. I'm great at keeping parents in the loop with daily updates and open communication, and...
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Cinthya H.

Baby Sitter/ Nanny/Care Giver

Vernon Hills, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Cinthya I am 32 years old. I've worked for over 12 years as a sitter/nanny around different states and I am currently at the Goddard School as a teacher. I have also worked in a Montessori school in downtown chicago for two years with infants and preschoolers. I am dedicated to what I do and making sure...
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Payten K.

Full-Time Nanny / House Manager

Highwood, IL

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Payten. I'm an experienced nanny and household manager looking for a full-time, long-term position where I can support your family by providing nurturing childcare while keeping your household running smoothly. Over the past six years, I've cared for children ranging in age from infants to teenagers, including...
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Bridget M.

Rolling Meadows, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hello :) I went to school for early childhood & have an associates degree. I'm a professional nanny with experience from 0-13 yrs. I've worked long-term with 3 families, providing consistency, support, and genuine love for the children in my care. I'm well-versed in everything from bottle prep & sleep routines to tummy time &...

Care Member says "Bridget is the best. She’s so great with kids . She finds fun ways to entertain the older kids and is so great with the littles. She’s helpful around...

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Nita P.

Nanny/Baby Sitter/CNA

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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Seeking a position of full time/Part time nanny or baby sitter for long term Education: Bachelors in Education, Child Psychology, CPR , DCFS Certificate. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: As a Montessori school Teacher, Nanny/babysitter, Teacher, I have 8 yrs. of experiences with infant , toddlers , and school age . I can provide...

Jessica T. says "Nita is a true professional. Nita helped us with the care for our three young children (7,6,2). She is trustworthy, honest and dependable. The...

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Kelly B.

Seeking Full Time Nanny Position

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I have been caring for children for 20 years. It is very important to me to love what I do every day and I have been very lucky to do so. I have worked as a teacher's aid at three different schools caring for infants - second grade, including special ed. kindergarten. I have been a babysitter and nanny to 10 different families...

Laura H. says "Kelly is a phenomenal nanny. All the things you look for in a nanny, you'll find in Kelly. She's professional, punctual, caring, dedicated, and above all...

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Maria M.

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi there! I'm an experienced and enthusiastic nanny who loves childcare. I started out babysitting then made my way into daycares where I worked with infants, toddlers and school age kids. 12 years later and I have built myself up into a professional full time nanny. I love working with children and enjoy taking on any or all...

Tracey C. says "Maria started working with us when our son was 3 months old and she remained his nanny until recently when he turned 5 years old. Over these 5 years,...

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Teresa D.

Winnetka, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. With over a decade of experience in childcare, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe, nurturing environment for your child. I believe that every child is unique and deserves to be treated with respect and compassion. I am...

Leticia M. says "Teresa is very responsible, caring, patient, polite, and hard working. Has grace and courtesy. Shows compassion, respect as well as empathy to others....

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Jelena J.

Happy Babysitter

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello everyone, I am Jelena and I am a sitter that just not only been nannying for over seven years but has great experience with many infants through teenage years. I am very trustworthy and responsible. I also do house chores, cleaning and cooking. With the many years of nannying I have learned so much from kids and learned...

Kendel C. says "I had another nanny back out last minute when I had temporary training for work and Jelena was kind enough to step in and take care of my two toddler...

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Lisa D.

College Graduate

Barrington, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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(Bachelor Of Science In Therapeutic Recreation) & Health Care Professional Of 9 Years. I am a college graduate from Indiana University (2010) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Recreation and a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and CPR & First Aid...

Jennifer K. says "Lisa babysits our three girls. She goes above and beyond the babysitter duties. She engages them with different activities (dancing, jewelry making,...

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Ana K.

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Bethann B.

Nanny Looking For A Full Time Job, And/or Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights & Weekend

Skokie, IL

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello, My name is Beth-Ann and I have been blessed to have 25 years of experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers as a school professional and Nanny. The most important thing to me over the years has been to develop a healthy, working relationship with both the children and parents. Providing the time I spend with...
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Juanita A.

10+ Years Experience Nanny, Love Children, Experience With Newborns, Infants And Toddlers

Niles, IL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have had cared for many angels. They all learned Spanish with me. I have loved them as if they were mine. I am active and very sweet, patient and much more. I have been working with kids since out of school. I have been CPR certified. I like to introduce dancing and singing also reading. And going for walks if weather permits....

Steve L. says "We used Juanita as our primary child care provider for 2 years. She became part of our family. She took wonderful care of our 2 boys and would give very...

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Maria S.

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have babysat children from infants and up for over 17 years . I have taken care of anywhere between one child to five children in one family. I have also worked as a Preschool Teacher's aide for 3 years and speak both Spanish and English fluently. I have one elementary school aged child myself and am just leaving my long time...

Rebecca C. says "Our children cry when it's not a Ms. Maria day! Our regular babysitter had a baby and we needed someone super reliable to handle our large and energetic...

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Judith D.

Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
In my history of being a nanny and a Special Education Teacher Assistant, I have always treated the children in my care as an extension of my own family. I worked as a full time nanny from 2012 to 2020 for several families. In that time period, there was a brief pause to nannying while I cared for my elderly mother in my home...

Erica F. says "We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well."

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Mary J.

Fox River Grove, IL

4.8(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 28+ years of work experience with young children. I started working in a child care center when I was 16 years old. I then followed my passion for children as I received my college degree in Early Childhood Administration, with certification in Infant and Toddler programming, and Preschool Education. I have been a lead...

Fran D. says "Mary cared for my twins from the time they were a couple months old until they were two. She was always pleasant and calm with them. Mary has a very...

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Bonnie R.

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
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$31/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello. I am a career nanny with over 20 years experience. I went to Harper College for Early Childhood Development and I am also Montessori Certified. I have worked in infant daycare centers, a Montessori School, as well as many years nanny experience with children from newborn - 18. I have two successful grown children of my...

Care Member says "My children love Bonnie. She is kind and extremely caring and put us at ease. She would give us updates and send pictures which was a nice way to keep...

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Michelle R.

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I am an experienced nanny, early childhood educator, nanny house manager and newborn care specialist. I've dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background extends beyond working in private homes of families and includes teaching and leadership roles in quality early childhood...

Jacki R. says "Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job descriptions and...

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Jamie S.

Nanny for Over 10 Years

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Jamie I have been a nanny for over 15 years and still loving it! I went to school for Early Childhood Education and medical assistant . I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience with newborn infants and children of all ages. Also, I am a certified nursing assistant. I love to play games, crafts, and to have...

Jillian L. says "We have known Jamie since 2014 when she started taking care of our 2 dogs. She would take care of them during the day while we were at work and would...

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  • 60 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Great Lakes, IL

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

Bridget M.

Bridget is the best. She’s so great with kids . She finds fun ways to entertain the older kids and is so great with the littles. She’s...

- Care member

Nita P.

Nita is a true professional. Nita helped us with the care for our three young children (7,6,2). She is trustworthy, honest and dependable....

- Jessica T.

Kelly B.

Kelly is a phenomenal nanny. All the things you look for in a nanny, you'll find in Kelly. She's professional, punctual, caring,...

- Laura H.

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Great Lakes, IL

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Great Lakes, IL, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $20.00. 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 Great Lakes, 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 2 infant nanny profiles near you in Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, 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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