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Silvia G.

Morton Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$44/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
As a childcare provider with over two decades of experience, I am passionate about nurturing children and helping them thrive. My journey in childcare began with my love for babysitting, which evolved into a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and their families. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I...

Preethi V. says "Silvia is professional, considerate, dependable, and organized. She is wonderful with our children. "

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Former Behavior Therapist Turned Nanny!

Morton Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi there family! My name is Kaitlin and I'm a resident of Morton Grove who lives with her husband and the cutest cat! Here's a little bit about me. =] I have worked with children for the last decade! My professional experience is in pediatric mental/behavioral/family therapy. However, I've taken a step back to focus on other...

Bill S. says "As a family, we have been so incredibly lucky to have Kaitlin as a nanny. From our first meeting, she stood out due to her kindness, attention to detail,...

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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
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Penny! I live in Skokie and am looking for a full-time nanny position starting as soon as possible in either Chicago or the northern suburbs. I've been a nanny for 25 years. I have 2 degrees in Early Childhood/Art Education and have taught for 15 years. My highest position held was Master Teacher in the...

Emily I. says "I had the pleasure of using Penny as my nanny when my two boys were very young. When she started one was a newborn and the other a toddler. I also had my...

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Full Time And Part Time Care Giver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
my name is Halima I'm Muslim I have 2 kids 23 and 18 I've been a babysitter and nanny for about 17 years all ages including an infant. I love to be with kids because they took me out from my daily routine and I love to live in their funny little world. I have my GED high school diploma I speak and write French Arabic and English...

Liana K. says "Halima was very dependable and flexible. She played with the kids, but she also made sure they did their homework. I highly recommend her."

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Full Time Nanny And Babysitting

Wood Dale, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have my own child (29 years old). I work with kids since I Live in the USA since 2001 I am legal in US with a valid driving license and a good record. I have work In Chicago, Old Irving Park, River Forest, Oak Park, Wriggle and Lakeview. Itasca, Highland Park My current family gonna need me until August 30 ( the kids will go...

Leisa S. says "Iwona is a very experienced nanny. She has watched my children for nearly 4 years and has become a part of our family. Iwona is always punctual,...

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am 39 years old Polish lady. I am a mature, responsible, reliable and cheerful person with excellent childcare and interpersonal skills, and extensive experience as a live-out nanny. I simply love children, love caring for them. I have more than 6 years of experience with kids of various ages. Recently I have worked for family...

Michelle G. says "Bogumila (Bogna) was our nanny for over 2 years. She took care of our 3 kids (ages 2,4,6 when she started). She worked 4 days a week, started early in...

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Evanston, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I'm Brynna, and I have dedicated my life to improving the lives of children. This month, I graduated from Northwestern with a PhD in Neuroscience. I studied rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorders to help find cures and treatments for kids who need them. Before graduate school, I worked as a nanny and babysitter...
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Beatriz - 10 Years Of Experience As A Teacher/Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi families! My name is Beatriz , but you can call me Bea. I have 10 years of experience working with kids, from newborns to teenagers. I graduated in Language Literature and Pedagogy Nannying is more than just a job to me because I I have passion to see their development and to be around them. I also worked as a kindergarten...
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Niles, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Traci. I'm 24 years old. I have 6 yrs experience babysitting/nanny for children all different ages from infants to 12 years old & the elderly. My duties include: housework , appointments, bathing , feeding , changing , assisting with homework , cooking, laundry , groceries, meal prep , vital signs and other...
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Glenview, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi prospective parents! My name is Amanda and I am a 43-year-old living in Glenview looking to baby-sit and/or nanny for the 24/25 school year. I have over 25 years of child care experience, both professionally and personally, and love kids. My last job was as a teacher's assistant/paraprofessional in a third through fifth grade...
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Morton Grove, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello Everyone, my name is Melina, I am 30 years old. I have been married for 5 years and live in the Morton Grove area. I have strong moral values and am very trustworthy. I have been caring for infants and toddlers for 5 years now. I have a strong love for children and their well being. I have worked at a Montessori school and...
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Joyful Childcare With Ukrainian Warmth

Prospect Heights, IL

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$26/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
I strive to make a positive impact on children's lives. My previous experience as a nanny helped me understand how important it is to support families by providing reliable and caring childcare. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I have one year of experience caring for children and feel comfortable caring for one child at a...
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Skokie, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Cynthia, I'm 47 years old, currently I'm living in Skokie area and I have more than 10 years of experience as a nanny. I have a great experiences with new born and I love to take care of them! I'm very proactive , I have good interaction with kids. Patient, outgoing, organized and flexible are my great qualities. I'm...
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Skokie, IL

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$28/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello! I'm Camila I'm Brazilian, and I lived in Wilmettein my first year as Au Pair in 2017. In Brazil I worked in the business field and I have almost 10 years experience, including leadership activities and positions of trust. I'd describe myself as independent, responsible, caring, patient and flexible person. My friends and...
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Child Care

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm a 34-year-old former CMO with 8+ years of leadership experience. After years of long hours and high pressure, I've stepped away from the corporate world to reconnect with work that feels more heart-centered. I've returned to something I've always loved-caring for children. I was a live-in nanny for two amazing kids (5 & 9)...
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Mom Of 5 + 7 Y/o Looking To Nanny

Wilmette, IL

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Sydney! I'm looking for a childcare job, and I can't wait to meet you! I grew up locally in Wilmette, graduated from New Trier and then American University. After that I lived in Southern Africa in the Peace Corps where I worked with kids ages 0-18! I just completed my Master's Degree in Art Education, and am a...
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Jeannie S.'s Photo

Mount Prospect, IL

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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Accomplished household manager(family assistant)/ nanny receptive to client needs. Successful at managing the tasks lists of a demanding household. Fast learner and can quickly incorporate and implement new procedures to maximize efficiency and productivity. Experience: Childcare: 11 yrs Childcare/nanny professional:...
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Caregiver

Glenview, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
meal prep
simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and caring person. I'm very creative and have a passion for creating fun activities that'll help little ones grow and explore! I am comfortable helping with laundry,...
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Nurturing Nanny: Skilled In Emotional Intelligence And Psychology

Glenview, IL

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hi! I'm Vesi. I'm very outgoing, learning focused, and organized. I bring five and a half years of experience working with children. My focus is on fostering both educational growth and emotional intelligence. I excel in active listening, making sure a child feels heard and seen. Patience is key for me for cultivating trust...
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  • 60 live-in nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.80/hr as of November 2025

Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL

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

Silvia G.

Silvia is professional, considerate, dependable, and organized. She is wonderful with our children.

- Preethi V.

Kaitlin L.

As a family, we have been so incredibly lucky to have Kaitlin as a nanny. From our first meeting, she stood out due to her kindness,...

- Bill S.

Mihaela C.

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 &...

- Jim C.

FAQs for finding a live-in nanny in Des Plaines, IL

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 Des Plaines, IL is $22.80 per hour.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 5 in Des Plaines, IL. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare profiles by hourly pay rate and experience. You also have the ability to read reviews from other families.

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