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Yokasta M.

Caring Nanny.

Elgin, IL

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$23/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I considered myself as an creative, patience, active, responsable, multitasking person and also one of the most important things for me will be communication. I'd describe my personality as multitasking, responsable, and caring. I like working with kids because I love learning with them every day. I'm looking for a job that...
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Jennifer L.

Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello my name is Jennifer. As a caregiver with over 16 years of hands-on experience, I have found my passion in supporting families by providing reliable childcare. My journey into this field began with fulfilling babysitting opportunities that left me eager to make a positive, long-term impact on children's lives. I am...
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Hannah C.

Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with over six years of experience (nanny, babysitting, special needs/medically complex daycare, respite) I'm enthusiastic about nurturing young minds and supporting families. My passion for childcare stems from my previous roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting...
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Alysa F.

Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Alysa. I am a full-time college student who lives in the dorms. I am looking for an afternoon/evening job with a kind family that is available Monday-Friday. I have experience with nannying a one and a half year old and working within a nursery. I am a creative person who loves painting, drawing, crocheting,...
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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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Maria S.

Pediatric Occupational Therapist With Diverse Childcare Experience

Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a very calm, patient, kind, and responsible 36-year-old who would love to help out with your kids when you can't be there! I don't mind cooking or helping out with the house either. I love coming up with fun activities or outings for kids. I really enjoy spending time with children and fostering creativity and a love for...
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Chassity Q.

Nanny

Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, my passion for caring for children stems from my fulfilling experiences in previous babysitting roles. I find great joy in positively impacting children's lives and supporting families by providing reliable care. My approach to childcare is rooted in patience and understanding....
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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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Marlena B.

Bartlett, IL

3.0(0)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am very caring, trustworthy, professional nanny with 16 years of experience. Very reliable. I have 2 kids of my own and I live in Bartlett. I have my own car and am able to start immediately. Looking for a long term and a great family I can help out. Hope to hear from you soon.
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Deborah G.

Nanny / Babysitter / Caregiver/

Bartlett, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Urszula K.

Trustworthy Nanny

Hoffman Estates, IL

4.4(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Ula and I have 12 years experience! I 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 am passionate about furthering my time in the Nanny field so that I can continue doing what I...

Care Member says "To whom it may concern It was our pleasure to have Urszula as our nanny for the last three years. She was taking care of our girls as if they were her...

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Karolina P.

Hello!

Barrington, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 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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Rocio A.

Babysitter Full Time

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have more than 17years of experience working as a babysitter and a full-time nanny. I am open to long-term arrangements and I typically spend several years working with the same family. I am responsible, caring and I love helping children learn as they grow. In addition to caring for the children and providing homework...

Taylor M. says "Rocio has been watching my children for the past 3 years. We are relocating out of state and are devastated that we cannot bring Rocio with us. She has...

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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
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Candace W.

Nanny

South Elgin, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
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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Sarah S.

Full Time Nanny

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Marta K.

Marta's Bio

Hanover Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
I'm an experienced, responsible and organized nanny who loves children. I myself am a mom of a 2-year-old son. I started out babysitting almost 5 years ago for a family in Down Town Chicago area. I babysit-ted 2 girls for them from 4 months on till they were five. Now I live at Hanover Park and I'm looking a family in my...

Magda M. says "Marta is very dependable, organized and clean. She follows instructions and takes pride in her work. If she lived closer to us we would hire her as a...

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Tamara J.

A Babysitter/Nanny Who Will Always Strive For Your Best Interest For The Care Of Your Children.

Bartlett, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! I have officially been babysitting/nannying since I was 14. I grew up as one of 5 children. As an older sibling, I was my family's built-in babysitter for my youngest siblings on weekends when my parents went on dates and then that's when I started babysitting for neighbors, family friends and referrals. I was an official...

Amber G. says "Tamara took over for me when I left my nanny job to stay home with my newborn daughter. The family loved her and she was so great with the kids that I...

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Maia H.

Barrington, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
My name is Maria, but you can call me by Maia. I'm from Brazil, and I have been working as a nanny since I was 18 years old. Currently, in the United States, I take care of three children as a live-in nanny. I have experience with children of different ages, and I am studying English. I am also certified in First Aid and CPR,...
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Ashley K.

Bartlett, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Ashley and I am looking for a part time or full time nanny position. This past year I was a live-in caregiver for my grandma who had pancreatic cancer. I managed her medications, took her to doctor's appointments, and cooked and cleaned for my grandparents. Unfortunately, she has passed away and l'm looking to...
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  • 60 live-in nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.29/hr as of June 2025

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

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

Jackie L.

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...

- Gabriella C.

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.

Urszula K.

To whom it may concern It was our pleasure to have Urszula as our nanny for the last three years. She was taking care of our girls as if...

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FAQs for finding a live-in nanny in Elgin, 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 Elgin, IL is $19.29 per hour.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 7 in Elgin, 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.

All live-in nannies offer different services, like helping with homework or light housekeeping, so it’s important to ask them about what responsibilities they’re willing to take on when you interview them. The responsibilities you want them to commit to can greatly impact the cost of a live-in nanny. You can compare 7 live-in nanny profiles near you to get an idea of what responsibilities they feel comfortable tackling.

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