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60 infant nannies are listed in Melrose Park, IL
The average rate is $21/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby infant nannies is 4 years
Infant nannies in Melrose Park, IL
5.0
(1)
Currently a Full time nanny for a family with a 3-year-old boy. I started with him when he was 6 months old and love it! They are moving to the suburbs :( I am transitioning to be a full time photographer so looking for something part time. Newborns are definitely my specialty and where I thrive. I am CPR/First Aid certified, an...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie is excellent- reliable, responsible, caring, patient and fun. We used her while living in Chicago (we've since moved out of state) and she's our first choice when we return to visit. Katie started working with us when my now 3 year old daughter was around 6...
Rebecca B.
Marissa M.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have many years of experience with children aged newborn to schoolaged! I've been a professional nanny for 7-8 years and I love it so much. I also worked at several different days camps over the years as well as occasional sitting since high school. I first started nannying with infants and have since then bounced all...
Marissa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Marissa and she was wonderful. Positive, kind and understanding of the important role a nanny plays in the family. Ultimately, we all decided we needed a special needs nanny for our son, but we really liked her and would have seriously considered...
Emily S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello I have over 4 years of experience as a nanny. I have watched children from infants to 12 years old with ease. I have an education degree and studied elementary education in college and have worked with children since I was in highschool in various facets from summer camp, mission trips, nannying, teaching, afterschool...
Marissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marissa worked with us on a weekend trip to Vieques. Our son instantly loved her, and she was wonderful company in general. She even helped us find and charter our own boat to the island due to Covid concerns. Since we were traveling, she stayed with us for the...
Ben H.
Mia D.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience - Loves Art, Reading/education, And The Outdoors!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a full-time nannying job located near the Avondale area. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have nannied for many families with diverse backgrounds and needs, caring for infants as young as 2 months and children as old as 12 years. I also have experience working with kids as an...
Mia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mia has watched my daughter since around 5 months. She super sweet and my daughter loves her. She is my current nanny and my daughter is now 19 months. Super responsible, follows instructions, has taken my daughter to outdoor activities, including soccer, museums,...
Marilupe M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm Juliana, I'm from Colombia and I am a foreign languages teacher with over 4 years of experience as a nanny.
I am looking for short term commitments and occasional babysitting, date nights and overnight care.
I have experience with infants, toddlers and school age children.
I am an active person, responsible, caring but...
Juliana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Juliana as a temporary full-time nanny to bridge the gap between me going back to work (from home) and my 5 month old daughter starting daycare. She was very punctual, professional and kind. With her previous experiences nannying an infant, she was very...
Lauren C.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Wieslawa , but you can call me Wiesia. I am a highly experienced and dedicated nanny with a passion for providing exceptional care to children ranging from infants to 10-year-olds. Fluent in both Polish and English, I have had the privilege of working with several wonderful families over the past 19 years,...
Wieslawa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had the privilege of interviewing Wieslawa. She was early to the interview which was good. She answered all our questions and was very professional. She instantly clicked with our son and was very hands on. Her experience and references were very impressive as...
Ashleigh K.
Lisa S.
Chicago, IL
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher And Nanny Seeking Loving Family For Long-term Position
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 15 years of experience as a preschool teacher, 2 years as an infant teacher and 4 years as a nanny. As a nanny I also perform light housekeeping duties such as laundry, dishes, and meal prep. Occasionally I am responsible for drop off and pick up from school and escorting children to activities. As a teacher I was...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I worked with Lisa at a preschool for many years and know her to be very caring and responsible. I highly recommend her. She has a warm personality and communicates well with parents. Lisa was always very careful to keep children safe and always showed patience...
Betsy S.
5.0
(2)
Hello,
My name is Amanda. I am 35, and live in Oak Forest. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and our fur babies. My favorite hobby is theater. I love acting, singing, dancing. I'm also working on finishing my teaching degree. I have been a nanny on and off for 17 years, but consistently for the last 10 years....
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda has been the full-time nanny for our 2.5 year old daughter since she was 4 months old. We are extremely happy with Amanda and the care she gives to our little girl. In fact, we often turn to Amanda for her expertise in child care when we are encountering...
Heidi S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I got married 10 years ago. I'm a mom of 4 kids. 17-year-old, 9, 8 and 5-year-old. I attended College, I was studying to be an elementary school teacher. I completed one year of college. My passion in life is children. I am comfortable working with children of all ages. I have experience from previous babysitting jobs, as well...
May can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She currently works for us full time, but I'm sure she would want some occasional extra work. She is very neat and tidy and my 2 yr. old son really likes her. She is fun and still corrects him the way I have asked her to."
Christina M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alayna! I am 20 years old and in college. I have been a payed babysitter/nanny for 5 years. I am getting my degree in Early childhood Development so that I can put my nurturing heart to use professionally. I'm a College volleyball athlete with lots of energy and I will never get tired of entertaining/taking care...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Alayna was amazing! We have a 4 and 1 year old, and they both loved her. Alayna took care of both of our boys while we attended a wedding, and our boys could not have been happier. I would highly recommend using her services! Thank you, Alayna! "
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Julie M.
Riverside, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Julie and I'm a nanny for a wonderful family in Riverside. I have had many years experience working with children in lots of different capacities such as a nanny, infant, toddler, preschool teacher, special education paraprofessional, cub scout leader, and special olympics coach to name but a few.
I have my degree in...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Julie is one of the most dedicated, intelligent and trustworthy nannies I have ever known. She has a degree in early childhood development and wonderful instincts regarding children of all ages. A family would be so lucky to get her as their nanny!"
Jamie G.
Thelma P.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
ATTENTION TO ALL FAMILIES VIEWING MY PROFILE & REVIEWS: Deitzah R left a negative review pertaining to a part time nanny position. Transportation would be provided by the family but that only lasted a couple of days. I ended up using my own personal vehicle and was not compensated or reimbursed for gas/mileage.
There are two...
Thelma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My nanny Thelma of 12 years is looking for a full time Monday-Friday nanny position, She’s very hard working, has a passion for kids , very sociable, creative, fun and caring! She’s also very reliable, flexible, honest and trustworthy - I highly recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Career nanny looking for a part time position.
Throughout my six years I have cared for children ranging from infants to pre-teens. I have a passion for teaching children hard work and independence.
I am a current full-time graduate student at Loyola University pursuing a Master's degree in Nutrition Science. My class schedule...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is a very conscientious and caring individual. "
MaryBeth G.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I studied psychology and child development in college. I got my first job as a part-time nanny at 14 years old, in which I worked with three children all under the age of three. I worked for this wonderful family all throughout high school and became very close with them. From there, I had two other long-term nanny positions...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Gina A.
Westchester, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi There. I'm an experienced nanny and mother of two grown sons. I'm a non-smoker who loves children and animals as well. I've always taken on the role of running a household and all the responsibility that goes along with it. My job has always been about taking care of my children and family as well. My experience ranges from...
Gina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Hi , I am looking for a sitter for an overnight position for my 13 month old boy- last minute- and someone to use once in a while "
Cassandra J.
Ines R.
Chicago, IL
$41/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience Babysitter Available On Full-Time And With Flexible Hours
I have experience to be a nanny 12 for years. I definitely had experience with infants and all kinds of ages.
I use to be a daycare assistant and I took early child development classes.
And I have my CPR
Ines can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Bella, a part time grad student with 10 years of part/full time nannying experience.
I've nannied for all types of families- families of five kids, single child families, teens, infants and everything in between.
I'm a big language nerd and I am getting my master's in linguistics. I speak Spanish and some Arabic....
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Ana B.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Can Work Full-Time, But I Prefer Part-Time (30 To 40) Hours
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, name is Ana. I can proudly say that I've worked as a nanny for almost 11 years! I love to take care of newborn babies, but I have experience with toddlers and infants too. I speak Spanish so I'd love to teach it to your child(ren). I'm very caring and very patient - qualities necessary for this job. I enjoy playing with...
Ana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
1.0
(1)
Babysitting experience starting when I was young with my 2 younger sisters. Leading into babysitting/nannying jobs growing up. Skills include cooking, cleaning, able to drive children to after school activities, and tutor. Have babysat all ages from infant to high school.
Julia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have experience in all aspects of childcare. I have been a preschool teacher, caring for infants thru pre-k students. I was a tutor at the DePaul School for Dyslexia, helping bridge the summer for my student to prevent backslide. I have been volunteering in elementary school classrooms my whole life, because my mom is a...
Jenna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Melrose Park, IL
Katie M.
5.0
Katie is excellent- reliable, responsible, caring, patient and fun. We used her while living in Chicago (we've since moved out of state) and she's our first choice when we return to visit. Katie started working with us when my now 3 year old daughter was around 6 months and has been great at every...
- Rebecca B.
Marissa M.
5.0
We interviewed Marissa and she was wonderful. Positive, kind and understanding of the important role a nanny plays in the family. Ultimately, we all decided we needed a special needs nanny for our son, but we really liked her and would have seriously considered hiring her.
- Emily S.
Marissa C.
5.0
Marissa worked with us on a weekend trip to Vieques. Our son instantly loved her, and she was wonderful company in general. She even helped us find and charter our own boat to the island due to Covid concerns. Since we were traveling, she stayed with us for the weekend and was excellent company, and...
- Ben H.
Mia D.
5.0
Mia has watched my daughter since around 5 months. She super sweet and my daughter loves her. She is my current nanny and my daughter is now 19 months. Super responsible, follows instructions, has taken my daughter to outdoor activities, including soccer, museums, etc. Also has picked up my daughter...
- Marilupe M.
Juliana B.
5.0
Juliana is an incredibly hard worker, very professional and dependable. She is a fantastic cook and would leave the kitchen spotless afterwards. She follows instructions perfectly and would happily do any odd jobs or projects around the house for me as well as any errands - she genuinely enjoys...
- Kristine S.
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FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Melrose Park, IL
How much does a nanny cost for an infant near me in Melrose Park, IL?
Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Melrose Park, IL, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $21.67. 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.
What types of responsibilities do infant nannies near me in Melrose Park, IL take on?
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 Melrose 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.
How can I find a good infant nanny near me in Melrose Park, IL?
TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 3 infant nanny profiles near you in Melrose Park, IL that you can check out. You can also read 1 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.
How do I interview a nanny for an infant near me in Melrose Park, IL?
Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in Melrose 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.
Is it safe to hire an infant nanny near me in Melrose Park, IL?
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.