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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
+ 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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Child Care Available

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 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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Hoffman Estates, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm looking to find a full-time nanny position, where I will provide a fun, loving, engaging, and safe learning environment, as well as help with the household upkeep. I have 25+ years of experience working with infants through teenagers. Just to name a few, I've been a babysitter, summer camp counselor, after school program...

Rachel F. says "I have known Debra for about 40 years and have trusted her with my son as well as my nieces and nephews. She has patience with children of all ages, as...

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Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 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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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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Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there! I'm an experienced and enthusiastic nanny who loves childcare. I started out babysitting then made my way into daycares where I worked with infants, toddlers and school age kids. 12 years later and I have built myself up into a professional full time nanny. I love working with children and enjoy taking on any or all...

Tracey C. says "Maria started working with us when our son was 3 months old and she remained his nanny until recently when he turned 5 years old. Over these 5 years,...

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Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Rolling Meadows, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello :) I went to school for early childhood & have an associates degree. I'm a professional nanny with experience from 0-13 yrs. I've worked long-term with 3 families, providing consistency, support, and genuine love for the children in my care. I'm well-versed in everything from bottle prep & sleep routines to tummy time &...

Care Member says "Bridget is the best. She’s so great with kids . She finds fun ways to entertain the older kids and is so great with the littles. She’s helpful around...

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College Graduate

Barrington, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 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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Full-Time Or Part-time Nanny Position

Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello to all parents. I am 41 years old and looking for a full-time, live-out nanny position. I am a mother of three with over 9 years of experience working as a nanny. I am a very responsible, attentive, reliable, energetic individual, full of love and compassion. All this makes me a wonderful caregiver. I have been caring for...

Jim C. says "We hired Ela as our full-time Nanny shortly after our daughter turned 1. She was a godsend for our family as she provided wonderful care & attention for our...

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Arlington Heights, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
Currently employed but am Available for date nights booking (minimum 3 hours, Sundays 4 hours) mid July and on. ALSO AVAILABLE TO WORK IN LAKEVIEW AREA!! I am fully vaccinated and up on tdap. I'm still covid cautious and mask almost everywhere. I'm bilingual in that I speak English and Dutch. I'm CPR certified and have a valid...
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Fun Nanny

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am 37 years old and I'm a stay at home mom with my amazing 4-year-old son and sweet 6-month-old daughter! I would love to be a nanny and have my children interact with other kids! I have 13 nieces and nephews that I watch and spend time with all the time! My husband and I took a care class for babies before our son was born...
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Full Time Nanny

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am 25 years old and I have been watching children since I was 12. I currently work at a day care as the Head Infant Teacher. I have held this position for almost 2 years now. Before my current job, I worked at Northwest Community Hospital, as a Newborn Hearing Screener. I have past Nanny experience with several families. I...
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Schaumburg, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
Loving, responsible, and highly experienced Nanny with 10 years of progressive experience nurturing and guiding children from infants to teenagers. Bilingual and detail-oriented with a passion for early childhood development, nutrition, and creative learning.
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Glenview, IL

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$8/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Ashley and I am a junior studying special education at Mizzou. I have had a lot of experience in child care such as being a lead teacher in an infant room at a day care, a camp counselor for3-year-olds for two summers, have been babysitting since I was 13, and nanny for a family of three ranging in ages of 1 to 9! I have...
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Loving Part-time Caregiver Available

Glenview, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Hi! My name is Allison. For over 15 years, I have been a nanny and a babysitter for families in the Chicago area. Not only have I taken care of children in-home (ages ranging from infants - teenagers) but also have additional experience working at camps, and daycare. I understand what it takes to care for children and most...
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Nanny Turned Mom

Lake Zurich, IL

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$23/hr
15 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
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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Excellent Care For Children

Itasca, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi. I am a former Preschool and Elementary school teacher. I'm seeking out a long-term, full time nannying position. I am CPR certified and come with excellent references . If you would like to know about my qualifications and my approach to working with infants, toddlers , preschoolers and school age children , please message...
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Vernon Hills, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Talia and I am the oldest of four kids! I am currently a senior at The University of Kansas! I have been a nanny since freshman year of high school in the Overland Park area for 3 children, while babysitting multiple families since well before then and throughout the years. I love kids and just hanging out and getting...
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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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  • 60 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.29/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant nannies is 5.0

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Palatine, IL

Infant Nannies in Palatine, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed infant nannies

Michelle R.

Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job...

- Jacki R.

Karen K.

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...

- Tim R.

Debra R.

I have known Debra for about 40 years and have trusted her with my son as well as my nieces and nephews. She has patience with children of...

- Rachel F.

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Palatine, IL

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Palatine, IL, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $21.29. 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 Palatine, 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 7 infant nanny profiles near you in Palatine, IL that you can check out. You can also read 19 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 Palatine, 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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