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Mikaela H.

Elgin, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have a very flexible schedule since I have my own business, I can adjust my hours to work with yours! I love working with kids because I get to connect with my inner child, use my creativity to entertain them, and be able to positively impact their lives. I assisted my friend, who is a nanny, with her families whenever she...
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Melissa K.

Dundee, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Melissa, and I'm originally from Illinois, though I'm currently living in Madison, WI with my boyfriend. I attend Northern Illinois University online, where I'm studying Early Childhood Education, and I already hold an associate degree in Early Childhood. I have over 7 years of nannying experience and 1. 5 years...
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Tracy S.

Time To Enjoy What I Do

Barrington, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
Looking for an experienced sitter/nanny who works with you to reach milestones and engage positively to growth spurts who lives just around the corner? Reach out! I'm available either short or long-term starting now! Know all the parks, happy to get as wet as the kids at the splash pads, love the library for kids events, rain...
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Madison C.

Lake in the Hills, IL

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$23/hr
4 years experience
From a young age, I discovered a genuine passion for nurturing children through babysitting. I have four years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11 years old. My goal is to positively impact young lives by providing reliable support to families. I am looking for a loving family to permanently nanny for. I am...
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Beth L.

Babysitter/Nanny/Pet-Sitter

Crystal Lake, IL

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I graduated with my Bachelor's of Science in Human Biology from Carroll University in December of 2010. Since then I have been working as a Medical Assistant for a Cardiologist, as well as a CNA at a nursing home. I absolutely love caring for kids, and used to for two families while in college. The kids that I cared for were...
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Deborah G.

Nanny / Babysitter / Caregiver/

Bartlett, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
My name is Deborah, I was a stay at home Mom for my 2 children who are now in College. I love children and am able to help out with all things child related. I also was a nanny for 2 years prior to having children of my own. I currently work part time but have a lot of flexibility in my schedule. I am married and have lived in...

Erin G. says "Deb was so responsive, went out of her way to set up calls and confidential texting and was a true pleasure to speak with. I would highly recommend her!"

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Maria B.

Nanny Available Full Time

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Maria (my nickname is Ela). I just moved to the USA In August, 2014 to be near my Daughter. I have a green card - and I am legal to work in the USA - My Daughter is a United States Citizen, and I will be too in about 2 years. I speak and read English and Polish. I have been a care giver and a nanny for over 20...

Care Member says "Maria (Ela) is a great nanny to our 1 year old. My little one, who was afraid of strangers, accepted her quickly! Ela sings to my baby, read and play...

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Sarah S.

Full Time Nanny

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...

Stephanie M. says "I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She...

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Ashley R.

Part-Time Nanny

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am 37 living with my husband and 15yr old daughter. My husband and I have been married for 16yrs. I have been in the childcare industry for a little over 15 years. What I offer for you is: caring for your child, transportation to and from school/after school activities, cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping/general...

Alexandria S. says "I have known Ashley for almost three years now, and believe her to be a wonderful, nurturing and responsible caretaker. Her positive attitude combined...

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Kseniia C.

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Would Like To Help You With Your Kids

Hoffman Estates, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is kseniia and I'm from Ukraine. im a single mom I have over 10 years of experience with kids different ages. was part of a Programm called Au pair (live in nanny) lived with two different families for a year in each family. Worked with three families with twins after being au pair. I know a lot of kids milestones...

Care Member says "Kseniia was the amazing glue that held my family of five together! She was engaging and caring for my kids, fed them healthy foods, read books, played...

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Kate V.

Wauconda, IL

4.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Kate V. is 34 years old and currently living in Franklin Park, IL. Kate has been a nanny in the northwest suburbs of the Chicagoland area for over 10 years, as well as an occasional and weekend babysitter for 18 years. Most of her experience has been with toddler aged children and elementary aged, as young as newborn age and as...

Sara R. says "Kate was very professional and well spoken. She got back to me right away with answers to my questions, and was easy to speak with."

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Jackie L.

Nanny

West Chicago, IL

4.3(1)
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$10/hr
8 years experience
Travel
Hello! My name is Jackie, I am 21 years old and currently live in West Chicago! I have been a nanny for the past year and a half, and have babysat for different families since I was 12 years old, including various ages from newborn to teenagers along with different special needs. I speak English fluently and took 6 years of...

Gabriella C. says "Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to play. She...

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Candace W.

Nanny

South Elgin, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I raised my own children, my son (33) and my daughter (23). Over the past 20 years, I have served as a toddler teacher, and home-daycare provider, and served 4 different families as a nanny for the last decade. I also have experience working with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy working with...

Care Member says "We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are home from...

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Sherry D.

Hampshire, IL

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
I adore children and have 20+ years of experience, caring for infant to grade school ages. The past year I have cared for a smart & lively 16-month-old, but preschool starts in June, so I am looking for my next adventure! I'm searching for the perfect long-term job with another wonderful family. I specialize in infants and...

Care Member says "Sherry was our son's nanny from ~6 months until he started daycare at 15 months and we all adored (and still adore) her! She is thoughtful, kind,...

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Yordanka K.

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Yordanka, I go by Danny. I was born in Bulgaria but permanently live in the US now, specifically in Palatine, IL. I have a college degree in Economics and have worked as a banker for more than 10 years. My hobbies are reading, looking after my home, constantly educating and improving myself. I am a very organized and...

Melissa T. says "Danny worked for us for about 3.5 years as a Nanny. She primarily cared for our son and started with us when he was about 10 months old. She also cared...

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Ana M.

Part-Time Nanny Available

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi there! I'm Ana, and I bring over 20 years of experience caring for young children. Most recently, I had the privilege of looking after a 15-year-old boy from the time he was just 5 months old, as well as his 12-year-old sister. It was such a joy to be involved in their lives and to watch them grow, learn, and reach new...

Jessica K. says "Ana has been a nanny for our son since 2010 (started when he was 6 months) and now cares for both our children (daughter is 18 months, son is now 4 1/2)....

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Ana K.

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I've always been good with kids, taken care of my cousins. Over the past 18 years, I have been lucky enough to be a full time nanny. Also I was a live in nanny-family assistant / house manager. As of a house manager I can ease your burden by taking care of daily household management tasks smoothly and easy. I'm a non-smoker and...

Promiti P. says "Interaction was limited to an interview and a few hours of trial, but we really enjoyed meeting Ana. She has a great, easy-going energy and was willing...

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Sarah H.

Retired Montessori Teacher / House Manager / Personal Assistant- Ready To Work Again

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hello, My name is Sarah. I have been a Montessori teacher for 15 years. While teaching I was one of the most requested teachers. I am retired now. I just finished nannying two children 11 and 9 the 11 yr old has autism I met the family at Montessori. I was also the Mom's assistant. I did everything possible to make the day...

Heather P. says "Sarah was lovely over the phone. She is professional and inquisitive. Our job was not full time, and thus did not fit her needs. She would be...

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Maddie M.

Social And Hardworking

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Maddie, I'm 24 years old, and I live in Lake View East. I have years of experience in childcare and education, and I would love the opportunity to work with your family this summer. I am a previous special education teacher, and I am currently pursuing my Master's in Social Work at Loyola University. I bring...

Corie M. says "Maddie was great with my son who has Autism."

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Jasmine N L.

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Nine years of experience have solidified my passion for nurturing children's growth. I am patient, creative, and approachable, which allows me to connect easily with kids. I believe in making a positive impact on their lives while providing reliable support to families. I am comfortable enforcing household rules. I enjoy playing...

Katie C. says "My 3 girls think Jasmine is amazing, now we have had her babysit multiple times"

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  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Algonquin, IL

Live-in Nannies in Algonquin, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed live-in nannies

Deborah G.

Deb was so responsive, went out of her way to set up calls and confidential texting and was a true pleasure to speak with. I would highly...

- Erin G.

Maria B.

Maria (Ela) is a great nanny to our 1 year old. My little one, who was afraid of strangers, accepted her quickly! Ela sings to my baby, read...

- Care member

Sarah S.

I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two...

- Stephanie M.

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The cost of a live-in nanny varies greatly depending on factors like their years of experience and your location. The average rate for live-in nannies on Care.com near you in Algonquin, IL is $20.00 per hour.

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