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Amya A.

Antioch, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I have been babysitting/nannying for the past 7 years and working in childcare settings for the past 3 years. I have been a camp counselor, after school care counselor, as well as an assistant preschool teacher. This past May I graduated with my Associates degree with a focus on early childhood education and development. I enjoy...
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Brianna W.

Ingleside, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I'm passionate about! Hi! My name is Brianna, and I'm a caring, dependable, and patient nanny based in Ingleside, IL. I have several years of hands-on experience babysitting my young nephews from infancy through early school age. Through that, I've learned how to handle...
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Erin C.

Experienced Early Childhood Teacher For Past 10 Years

Round Lake, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I am Erin and I have been working with children since 15 years of age. I started out baby sitting for my neighbors. I have my associates degree in Early Childhood education. I have been a teacher in a daycare setting for past 10 years and still do. I have worked with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarten, middle school...
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Maria C.

Round Lake, IL

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$19/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
I'm a parent to 2 children ages 12 and 18. I was a floater teacher assistant for 5 years at a Montessori school. I took that job straight after high school. working with age group of 6 weeks to 6 years. Was offered a permanent position in the infant room. I worked for 4 years in that room. I left that position to do my...
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Erica E.

Nanny

Grayslake, IL

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$18/hr
13 years experience
Swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Erica and I was a nanny for 11 years and now I am running an in home daycare in my home in Grayslake. I have my associates degree in early childhood education and have many references. I also have many certificates such as: CPR certified First aid certified Welcoming each child from IDHS Shaken baby syndrome...
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Julia M.

Highly Experienced, Caring, And Educated Caregiver!

Gurnee, IL

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$20/hr
15 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have over 15 years in childcare experience. I have babysat, nannied, and worked in early childhood education, specializing in infant care. I was a dance teacher for 10 years too! I am trained in CPR and first aid. I've also been told I have a magic touch for rocking babies to sleep! I have a doctorate in education and thus...
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Colette S.

Kenosha, WI

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 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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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)
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$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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Lisa D.

College Graduate

Barrington, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
(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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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
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Nita P.

Nanny/Baby Sitter/CNA

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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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Jeehan V.

Part Time Sitter

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there, My name is Jeehan, I have 15 yrs. experience. I worked with infants, toddlers and preschoolers at daycare school. Taking care of children has always been my passion. I love working with children and I adore them a lot. Children are delightful gift from God. I am dependable and responsible, but also fun and energetic. I...

Ann K. says "Jeehan is upbeat, warm, friendly and dependable. She was the first nanny I hired for my 3 mth daughter. I was a new mom and experienced a large amount of...

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Bonnie R.

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$31/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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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Mona M.

Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a mother of twins one of whom has autism and with 15 years of professional nanny experience. They are both attending college now. As a mother myself, I understand the hard, important and difficult decision of finding someone to trust enough to give you that peace of mind knowing that your children are in great capable hands...

Care Member says "She is skilled, reliable, trustworthy, warm and kind"

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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
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 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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Karolina P.

Hello!

Barrington, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 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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Alyssa G.

Part Time Nanny

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Alyssa. I am 23 years old and a second grade bilingual teacher! I Speak both English and Spanish. I recently graduated from Illinois State University where I studied Bilingual Elementary Education. I have lots of experience with kids, as I was a camp counselor for 3 years and have been babysitting since I was in...

Crystal Y. says "Perfect for my family. She is dependable, patient and my kids love her!"

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Anna T.

Newborn Specialist

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Experienced and compassionate Infant/Toddler Care Specialist providing exceptional care for babies and support to their families. Many years of experience. Proven ability to nurture healthy development, establish routines, and create safe, stimulating environments for both age groups. My expertise includes meeting developmental...

Care Member says "I am delighted to recommend Anna, who served as a nanny for our family. Anna was an absolute blessing—her punctuality, reliability, and unwavering...

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Mary J.

Fox River Grove, IL

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 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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  • 60 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.12/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant nannies is 3.0

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

Infant Nannies in Lake Villa, IL are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed infant nannies

Colette S.

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...

- Abigail B.

Jelayne C.

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....

- Katie D.

Lisa D.

Lisa babysits our three girls. She goes above and beyond the babysitter duties. She engages them with different activities (dancing,...

- Jennifer K.

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

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Lake Villa, IL, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $17.12. 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 Villa, 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 8 infant nanny profiles near you in Lake Villa, IL that you can check out. You can also read 2 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 Villa, 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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