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Kathy C.

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Lake Zurich, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
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I have a bachelor's degree in childcare and over 30 years experience. I started babysitting at 11, then went to college and got my bachelor's degree. I then nannied full-time for a family of 2 doctors for over 7 years. I drove them to and from school, sports and activities, prepared snacks and meals, toilet trained, helped with...
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Bianca M.

Great Lakes, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Greetings Families! My name is Bianca, a certified Newborn Care Specialist. I obtain over 10years experience caring for infants as a NCS, nanny, and babysitter for families. I'm great at supporting routines, indoor/outdoor development activities, awake monitoring night care, feedings, tracking logs, cleaning, and providing...
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Melanie A.

Child care

Northbrook, IL

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Hi, I'm Melanie! I'm 24 years old and currently studying Psychology. I have over four years of experience as a babysitter and nanny, working with children of all ages-from infants to preteens. I believe my psychology major allows me to better understand children's emotional, cognitive, and developmental needs. This knowledge...
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Molly G.

Nanny Turned Mom

Lake Zurich, IL

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$23/hr
15 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Hi! My name is Molly, and I'm a loving, nurturing stay-at-home mom of two with over 15 years of professional nanny experience. Caring for children has always been my passion, and I bring both real-life mom instincts and seasoned nanny skills to every family I work with. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of supporting...
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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
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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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Cecilia M.

Babysitter/Nanny

Libertyville, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I've been babysitting/nannying for about 10 years. I have had experience with watching up to 7 kids at a time, from infants to teens. I am very flexible! I love being around children and getting to know them! I love watching children grow and expand their imaginations!
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Melissa D.

Experienced Nanny/House Manager

Highland Park, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a compassionate nanny with over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My focus is on creating a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment where kids can thrive emotionally and mentally. Whether preparing meals, organizing activities, or managing naps, I handle each task with care, always following...
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Vanessa G.

FT Nanny Available

Waukegan, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have been caring for children since I was a teenager. As a high school student, I worked as a babysitter part-time and as a camp counselor during summer breaks. . I have learned to prioritize, multitask, and organize multiple schedules. Attention to detail is key. I love learning new activities and crafts to keep children...
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Kristen L.

Experienced Mother Of 4

Highland Park, IL

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$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as patient, dependable and fun I like working with kids because it's the most important thing you can do for them and the future. I'm looking for a job that values me and my skills, is consistent in communicating and who is ready to welcome a loving nanny into their family. I started working with...
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Alyssa W.

Great Lakes, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
Hello! Im Alyssa a podiatric medical student in the area. I have over 5 years of experience with past babysitting jobs and summer nanny experiences. I find joy in supporting families and providing reliable childcare. My patient and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I...
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Sarah E.

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part Time/occasional

Lake Zurich, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi!! I've been caring for children since middle school. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education with certificate in Infant/Toddler care. I love being active and enjoy being outside. I've cared for children ranging from infants through middle school age. I was a preschool teacher before the pandemic started but now I am...
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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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 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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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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Negin N.

Nanny And Babysitter

Northbrook, IL

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$27/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm happy to offer my childcare services and bring my passion and experience to new families to help and support. I have seven years of professional experience, including both full-time and part-time roles, with additional babysitting gigs with children from infants to middle schoolers. I enjoy working with families...
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Kristie W.

Nanny

Elk Grove Village, IL

4.1(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
I come to you with over 30 years of experience caring for newborns, toddlers and young children. Worked for eight different families. Experience with multiples and of different ages. I worked in a child care center for 16 years in the infant room (6 weeks to 15 months) and with per school age 3-5 years, too. I am certified in...

Kate G. says "Kristie watched our son from 3 months - 8 months old. She was attentive, caring, and dependable. She was very flexible, and was willing to help when one...

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Tatyana P.

Experienced, Loving Nanny Available Full Time Or Part Time.

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 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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Stereana C.

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
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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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Jamie S.

Nanny for Over 10 Years

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 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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Lacey M.

Early-Childhood Education Student With 10 Years Of Experience

Evanston, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I have 11 years of experience working with children. I have worked as a full-time summer nanny for three years, an after school nanny for 7 months, an infant nanny for 1 year, and an infant-toddler nanny for 1 year. I also have an extensive amount of part time experience. I am currently working as a nanny for a 20-month-old....

Care Member says "Lacey was right on time, eager to help, and did a nice job of watching over several kids in our church nursery for an event. She supervised crafts and...

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  • 60 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, IL

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

Kristie W.

Kristie watched our son from 3 months - 8 months old. She was attentive, caring, and dependable. She was very flexible, and was willing to...

- Kate G.

Tatyana P.

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

- Stephanie B.

Stereana C.

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...

- Emily J.

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Lake Forest, IL

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Lake Forest, IL, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $23.00. 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 Lake Forest, 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 1 infant nanny profiles near you in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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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