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Kristen F.

Part-Time Sitter

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Available Mondays - Thursdays from 8 a.m. - 5PM; occasional Fridays I'd describe myself as a caring, friendly, and patient babysitter with previous experience watching infants (~3 Mo.) through middle school-aged children. I also had other nanny jobs which included the following responsibilities: changing diapers, feeding,...

Care Member says "Kristen was very responsible and helpful with my daughter. She came prepared to play and do fun projects every time she came to visit. Her expertise in...

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Olga G.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi! I'm an organized affectionate and creative nanny/babysitter. I was 20 years old when I started working with kids . I have 5 years of experience being a babysitter/nanny working with infants, toddlers and school age kids (0-12) plus 1 year working as a daycare assistant and 3 as a preschool/elementary bilingual teacher...

Gretchen P. says "She is a very nurturing nanny and did a great job caring for my 5 month old. Would highly recommend!"

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Renata D.

Part Time Nanny Available

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Renata. I live in Round Lake. I have been a nanny for over 17 years now. I work at a Polish school on Saturdays as a teacher- with students from 1st up until 4th grade. In my previous experiences as a nanny, I have worked with families who have had and newborn infant and their older children as well. I have...

Laura P. says "Renata worked for us for a couple years until we no longer needed a nanny due to a retirement and kids starting school. She was extremely reliable, she...

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Madison E.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I bring over 10 years of experience in child's care! My background includes working in a variety of settings such as after-school programs, summer camps, nannying, and daycare. I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages-from infants to teenagers-and managing the needs of multiple children at once. I am currently a...

Care Member says "Madison cared for my 8-month-old when she was home sick from daycare for a couple days while I worked and my husband was out of town. I felt so lucky to...

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Penny A.

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Athena G.

Looking For A Nanny?

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
from
$29/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Athena! I'm an experienced preschool teacher passionate about art, music, and outdoor education. I'm seeking nanny opportunities in Chicago for this summer and beyond. I have a degree in developmental psychology, with experience as an infant nanny as well as caring for kids with autism and special needs. My focus is...

See'trail M. says "Athena babysat my 7-year old daughter and she raved about how interactive she was during the stay. She was punctual and communicated throughout the...

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Glenny P.

Shaping Little Minds One By One

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Previous preschool teacher in Chicago and now a full time nanny bringing my teaching skills to your home! I have cared for all ages! Started with infants first then toddlers, preschool/kindergarten and elementary ages. I have my degree in Elementary Education. I am available Mondays and Saturdays and can do occasional...

Serena H. says "My 3 and 5 year old love Glenny! She is punctual and great with the kids. I appreciate that she engages the kids the entire time. "

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Donyel H.

Nanny Who Teaches With Educational Play!

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Learning and Playing with children has blessed me with the most wonderful memories of all! Teaching a child to express themselves and communicate through music and sign language (ASL) and watching their frustrations ease, are some of the reasons I became a Nanny. I am a loving Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of...

Maria G. says "Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had! She's...

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Karalin D.

Awesome Nanny Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hello families and thank you for reading my profile. My name is Karalin and I am currently looking for a family to spoil. I have been a full-time nanny in the Chicago area for over 18 years now. This is my profession and I love it! Teaching children in a way that they can understand is my passion. I would be interested in a...

Care Member says "Kara has been wonderful with our little one who is almost 2 years old. She also goes above and beyond with errands and things around the house. She is...

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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
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Lana S.

Seasoned Educator And Ad-Hoc Care Sitter Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 29 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
CPR/Infant/Toddler/Adult/First Aid certified. Hire me for flex care needs. About me: For the last several years, I have been an educator and mentor for students in the Chicago Public School system. I lovingly work with students and parents around the city, fulfilling date night, back-up, and travel care needs.

Stefanie W. says "Lana is amazing. She took care of our 7-month old for a day and he immediately loved her. She came prepared with age-appropriate activities and games,...

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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Kayla L.

Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hey there! I'm Kayla, a nanny on the north side of Chicago. I have been caring for children for over 13 years as a babysitter, nanny, swim coach, counselor and teacher. I have great experience in infant centers, and with all stages of development. I look forward to meeting you and your children, and providing people in my...

Care Member says "Kayla has watched my 9 year old daughter for the last three years. She takes her to school about three days a week. My daughter loves her and has really...

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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
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Nkateko N.

Fun Sitter And Reliable

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi my name is Kate, I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Ive been working with kids since I was 17 and absolutely loved it. I started taking care of my younger cousin, and then began babysitting for different families. Over the last few years I worked primarily with infants and toddlers, but I do love kids of all...

Sarah L. says "Kate is an amazing caregiver. Our shy 3yr old warmed up to her quickly and made her so comfortable she easily took her nap after Kate put her down on the...

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Cami B.

Experienced, Professional, Educated, Highly Recommended Caregiver!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Looking for recurring babysitting opportunities after work. 28-Year-old hardworking, self-motivated worker with strong knowledge of psychology and healthcare as well as customer service, social skills, and office duties. Certified in CPR, non-smoking, reliable car, & experience with animals. Associate's degree in General...

Care Member says "Cami was very engaged with my children and was not on her phone like most people these days. I rate a A+++"

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Jelayne C.

Hi! I Am An Experienced Babysitter And I Enjoy Taking Care Of Kids! I'm Very Responsible And Caring!

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Jelayne. I'm 21 years old and I'm in my third year of college. I have two dogs & a chameleon and I enjoy doing creative activities! I am an experienced and caring nanny with a passion for working with children! With over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, I understand...

Katie D. says "She has been the perfect fit for our family. She is kind, patient, reliable, and fun! She primarily cares for our 19 month-old daughter. She takes her...

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Donalisa H.

Donalisa

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, I'm Donalisa! I like working with kids because working with kids is fun. There's never a day that is the same with children. You get to be a part of a community that helps children learn, grow, and develop to their greatest potential. I have always had a passion for working with children. I started working with kids when I...

Care Member says "Donalisa is wonderful! She is kind, calm, playful, dependable, and fully present with the kids. My children adore her, and always look forward her...

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Angelina P.

Newborn Through Toddler Specialist

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! Thanks for reading my bio. Over the past 12 years, I have dedicated myself to raising happy healthy children. I am a certified educator and also a highly qualified nanny. As a newborn through toddler specialist who has helped multiple families raise their newborns to successfully reach school-age as thriving and confident...

Julie S. says "I have used Angelina for over 5 years for child care. Starting when my daughter was 6 months old, she has provided intermittent care for her. I cannot...

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Michelle R.

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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  • 60 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.50/hr as of November 2025

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Highland Park, IL

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

Kristen F.

Kristen was very responsible and helpful with my daughter. She came prepared to play and do fun projects every time she came to visit. Her...

- Care member

Olga G.

She is a very nurturing nanny and did a great job caring for my 5 month old. Would highly recommend!

- Gretchen P.

Renata D.

Renata worked for us for a couple years until we no longer needed a nanny due to a retirement and kids starting school. She was extremely...

- Laura P.

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Highland Park, IL

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Highland Park, IL, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $21.50. 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 Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, 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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