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Elizabeth D.

CNA Experienced in Childcare, Great with Newborns

Winnetka, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant in Northfield seeking a position caring for children. I have provided childcare for all ages with an emphasis on infants. I love working with young children and keeping them safe and entertained. I am a mature, responsible, and loving person with over 10 years of experience caring for young...

Bazigha K. says "Elizabeth was a wonderful nanny. Our first experience with a nanny and I was initially very nervous to leave my child with someone else. But Elizabeth...

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Tenzin C.

Fun and Playful Babysitter

Wilmette, IL

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Tenzin. I have 15 years of experiences and four references. I am looking for a full or part-time child care opportunity. I am truly passionate about caring for children and feel privileged to play a role in their lives as they grow and thrive. I have worked for four families, and also I look after my nieces,...

Care Member says "We had the pleasure of having Tenzin as our nanny for four wonderful years. She cared for our three young children from newborn to age five with...

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Cicely C.

Experienced Nanny Looking For Part-time Work

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Thank you for reading my profile. I have more than 15 years of child care experience. I trained as an RN in England and worked in the Pediatric nursing field for several years. Since re-locating to the Chicago area in 2008, I have had several nanny positions. I also worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Lurie Children's...

Courtney W. says "Cicely watched our daughter for about a year and she was such a gift to our family. She was very influential in our child's development helping her...

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Gabriella I.

Exciting Sitter

Rolling Meadows, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Gabi, and I am an elementary school teacher (BA Early Childhood Education and a minor in Special Education). I have babysat and nannied families through care. com, e-facilitated, and taught/tutored in grades pre-K-5th. I have babysat children ages infant-14yr. I am CPR certified, First-Aid/Safety certified, a...

Erin M. says "We hired Gabby to help with e-learning this winter and spring. She is very nice and patient with our spirited daughters. I would definitely recommend...

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Tatyana P.

Experienced, Loving Nanny Available Full Time Or Part Time.

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been working with kids for more than 25years. I was preschool teacher in Latvia. In the USA, I've worked with children of all ages for 20 years. I am a kind, loving, fun nanny. I enjoy playing with kids, teaching them, hiking outdoors, reading books, listening to music, playing ball, etc. Always provide safety and...

Stephanie B. says "Tatyana is an exceptional caregiver. She is compassionate, patient, and goes above and beyond to foster a nurturing, age-appropriate environment....

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Karen K.

Child Care Available

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
I am a mother of two adult children and the grandmother of a boy that I cared for 4 days a week from the time he was born till he was 3 years old recently. I have over 15 years experience caring for newborns, toddler's, preteens, as well as tutoring children ages pre school to 8 years in math, reading and homework and test...

Tim R. says "Karen nannied for us one day a week this year while our daughter was 4 months to 9 months old. She was timely, professional, and experienced, but most of all...

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Stereana C.

Honest, Fun Loving And Reliable Nanny.

Barrington, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
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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Karolina P.

Hello!

Barrington, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm Karolina. I was born and raised in Poland. That's where I earned my master's degree. I have been caring for children for over 10 years as a babysitter/nanny. I have a lot of experience working with infants, toddlers and older kids (sometimes teenagers). I truly enjoy making kids feel happy and safe with me. My passion is...

Care Member says "The kids enjoyed their time with Karolina and we would definitely hire again. "

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Sarah H.

Full Time Compassionate And Involved Nanny!

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Sarah ("Sam"), and I have 4 years of experience in childcare working as a lead teacher for children ages 0-3 in a Montessori preschool. I have loved my work teaching, and I now am seeking a role where I can share my love for early childhood with one special family. I have enjoyed studying and implementing the...

Chelsey L. says "Sarah has watched our daughter since she was 3 weeks old! She is incredibly educated about child development and has not only created a safe and...

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Carolyn B.

Experienced & Excellent Caregiver for Infants/Children/Seniors Available Now

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I love caring for children because they are tomorrow's future. I have many years of experience caring for children, and have many excellent references. I have two years pre-nursing, am CPR certified, non-smoker, driver, love the outdoors, enjoy reading and engaging children in different educational activities, such as going to...

Laura C. says "Carolyn is amazing with children. She took care of our daughter and was so kind and so patient with her. She played well with her and thought of fun...

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Penny A.

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Penny! I live in Skokie and am looking for a full-time nanny position starting as soon as possible in either Chicago or the northern suburbs. I've been a nanny for 25 years. I have 2 degrees in Early Childhood/Art Education and have taught for 15 years. My highest position held was Master Teacher in the...

Emily I. says "I had the pleasure of using Penny as my nanny when my two boys were very young. When she started one was a newborn and the other a toddler. I also had my...

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Colette S.

Kenosha, WI

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
I have been around children my entire life, I am one of six children and helped constantly with my siblings. I've nannied as well as babysat for the last seven years! I am currently CPR certified as well as a registered Nursing Assistant. I'm looking for: a family who is in need of an Infant Night Nurse or a nanny for extended...

Abigail B. says "My husband and I hired Colette when our first daughter was born, she was the night nanny which allowed us to catch up on sleep so we could function...

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Maya W.

Summer Nanny Available!

Evanston, IL

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Maya, I am 25, and I'm currently looking for a nannying position for the summer before starting law school in the fall. I have been babysitting/nannying for over 10 years and I can't wait to spend more time with a family this summer! Most recently, I nannied for a family with a 2-year-old and a 7-year-old while...
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Talia G.

Professional Career Nanny

Wilmette, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello Families! I am a Professional Career Nanny. I have 12 years of great extensive experience caring for children from infants to toddlers and multiples. I have a very nurturing personality. As a caretaker, I am silly, playful, compassionate and creative. I love to read, do crafts and being outdoors. Depending on the needs...
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Rebecca B.

Des Plaines, IL

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$24/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi I'm Becca! I'm new to care. com but have over five years of experience as a nanny, mostly with infants and toddlers - it's my absolute favorite age to work with! I really love what I do and take pride in providing dependable, caring support for families. The family I'm with now has to end care early due to a medical...
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Khrystyna T.

Barrington, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Kristina! I would be happy to help care for your little ones. I have three years of experience working with children, including infants and older kids. Currently, I am a nanny for two children, ages 3 and 5. I am responsible, caring, and attentive. I can engage children in activities, help with meals, and assist...
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Lidia B.

Lidia B Energetic Experienced Nanny

Buffalo Grove, IL

from
$21/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
I have over 30 years of professional experience caring for infants through early teens. I am absolutely reliable, have my own transportation, and am happy to drive kids to/from school and activities. I love being outdoors and will have your kids outside as much as possible - walks, park, beach, pool. I will do laundry, cook for...
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Timia K.

Babysitter

Skokie, IL

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a 25-year-old female who relocated to the US in 2020 as a live in nanny. Due to the requirements and entire vetting process in order to become a live in nanny I have a vast amount of training as well as childcare experience within the ages newborn to 12 years old. I am 100% infant qualified. Being a mom to a 3-year-old as...
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Peyton S.

Glenview, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Peyton - I've been babysitting for several years and absolutely love working with kids. I have experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, and I've also worked as a nanny and camp counselor. Those experiences taught me how to balance fun responsibility, keeping kids safe! I am 22 years old and...
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Jessica K.

Part-time Caregiver/Assistant/Provider

Winnetka, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting children on and off ever since I was 13 years old. I learned at a very young age how to change diapers and handle an infant, and have been comfortable with caring for children since. In high school, I cared for two boys, ages 14 and 13, 3x a week, after school and helped them with their homework and to...
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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

Elizabeth D.

Elizabeth was a wonderful nanny. Our first experience with a nanny and I was initially very nervous to leave my child with someone else. But...

- Bazigha K.

Tenzin C.

We had the pleasure of having Tenzin as our nanny for four wonderful years. She cared for our three young children from newborn to age five...

- Care member

Cicely C.

Cicely watched our daughter for about a year and she was such a gift to our family. She was very influential in our child's development...

- Courtney W.

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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