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Hi there! My name is McKenna Garcia and I am 25 years old. I am currently looking to become a full time nanny or caregiver for your loved ones! I have a 7-month-old daughter who would come with me to work, but don't worry, everyone will be equally taken care of! I will help with meals, housekeeping, laundry, and some errands...
Mckenna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Alethea G.


McHenry, IL

$25/hr3 yrs exp

I Am Looking For Nanny Job To Help A Family In Need And To Fulfill My Life With The Happiness

I'd describe my personality as loving, responsible and honest. I like working with kids because I have several nieces and nephews that I have watch since the birth and I love spend time with them all. I'm looking for a job that gives me a purpose I have worked in the corporate world for over 33 years is an insurance agent. I...
Alethea can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Katie P.


Round Lake, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience in childcare, and I love to babysit for all ages of children! I believe that kids need to have a caregiver who will be involved with them, play with them, help them to discover more about the world, and encourage imagination and exploration. I love to be involved in kids' lives in this way! My...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katie did a great job watching my son. In his words, "If I had kids, I would like Katie to watch them." This coming from an 8 year old, who generally does not like sitters; says a lot. She took the time to really talk with him and left the house very clean. "

Susan H.

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Samantha R.


Cary, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Qualified Babysitter With A Passion For Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Samantha and I am a 24-year-old woman who recently completed the Certified Nursing Assistant program at Harper College. I have previously worked in an infant room at a daycare and as a nanny. I loved working with a variety of children. When I worked with children my favorite things to do were arts and crafts. The...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We love Sam! She has been a part of our family since January of this year and we are more than happy with the care she brings to our children. She is reliable, hard-working and a pleasure to be around. She has cared for our baby girl since she was only 5 months old...

Heather B.

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Molly S.


Round Lake, IL

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

A Nanny With A Creative Mind And Positive Soul.

Hello families! My name is Molly, I'm 22 years old, and I am currently seeking live-in nanny opportunities! I take pride in being a compassionate, understanding, and hardworking person with a passion for making a difference in children's lives. I believe that seeing the world through a child's eyes and meeting them where they...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Leah L.


Woodstock, IL

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Preschool Teacher Returning To Nannying!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Leah, I am 21 years old and currently live in Woodstock, Illinois. I nannied for a few years before moving on to teaching, but after moving houses and the school year being over, I am ready to return to nannying! A little about me: I have professional and personal experience with children: -I have been a...
Skills:

CPR

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Rebecca C.


Round Lake, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

"Care" Giver....more Like "Love" Giver

Hi. I was a nanny in Texas and when I moved back to Illinois during 2020. I started nannying again here locally for roughly 10 years of experience. I really enjoy it. watched the last two boys in Gurnee for the school year, then I had both of my knees replaced over the summer. I'm just ready to join a new family with the new...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
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Carli H.


Cary, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Carli and I am 32 years old. I have a 9 year old son and our family lives in Cary. After much thought, I am looking to leave my current employment to go back to school to pursue massage therapy. Going back to nannying would allow me the flexibility to be able to pursue that goal. I was a former full time...
Carli can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Spencer W.


Crystal Lake, IL

$12-17/hr3 yrs exp

Entertaining And Lively Sitter

I have had an abundance of babysitting experience in the past, where I have nannied for full summers and/or babysat for family, friends and other community members. I absolutely love spending time with kids and putting smiles on their faces! I am a very responsible, lively, and hard-working individual who takes initiative but...
Spencer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
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Jodie T.


Fox Lake, IL

$25-48/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced, Responsible, Loving, Caring, And Respectful Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I live in Fox Lake I have a beautiful daughter who is my utterly most everything. My daughter is looking to find a babysitting job after school and or on the weekends as well. My daughter has so many baby cousins and a baby sister that she takes care of when needed. She is a very sweet, loving, caring responsible young...
Jodie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Mayra E.


Round Lake, IL

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Sitter

I am a loving and caring person who loves children. I have experience working at a daycare. I have experience with babysitting and nannying. I have worked with infants, toddlers, and kids up to age 5. I am passionate working with kids and hope to make a difference in their lives! I am currently in school to obtain my bachelors...
Mayra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alyssa G.


Round Lake, IL

$18-25/hr

Caring Nanny: Bringing Joy To Your Family's Journey!

Hi there, my name is Alyssa! UPDATE: I am currently working with another family, but I am available for babysitting! I am a passionate and caring nanny on the look out for a wonderful family to embark on a joyful journey together! With a warm and nurturing approach, I believe in creating unforgettable moments that leave a...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

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Mikayla S.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Caring And Nurturing Nanny

Hi! My name is Mikayla, and I am 22. I live in Crystal Lake; I grew up in Round Lake Beach. I graduated high school in 2020. I love to cook, sing, be active, and explore the outdoors. My 13-year-old dog, Achilles, is my best friend! As of now, I am caring for a sweet girl who will soon be 2 years old. We have gotten so close...
Mikayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Wendy F.


Palatine, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello and thank you for your interest in my profile!. My name is Wendy and I absolutely love caring for children!!. I'm a very experienced nanny with more than 6 years in the field. I have passion for kids, I care for them as if they were one of my own. I have cared from newborns, toddlers, preschool to elementary. I'm CPR...
Wendy can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She is the kindest person i have ever met"

Esther Z.

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Kirsten P.


Gurnee, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kirsten. I am 36-years-old and a I live in Gurnee. I graduated with a General Studies major in May 2012. My emphasis was in children and family ministry. In addition, I have had extensive experience (20 years) working with newborn/infant through fifth-grade children. I enjoy reading, coloring, singing and...
Kirsten can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kirsten has worked for our family for almost a year. Our little one loves her and we never have to worry if he's taken care of while we are away. Kirsten was accommodating when our son was a horrible sleeper and she does great with my schedule for him now! Anything...

Jade D.

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Vicky C.


Mundelein, IL

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

Mary Poppins Seeking A New Family To Love

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Mary Poppins seeks a family to care for! Professional nanny with 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am looking for a full-time, long-term opportunity to work with a wonderful family or I am looking for a long term opportunity in the mornings 8 a.m. -1 p.m. with a great family. I am kind, caring, fun,...
Vicky can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Vicky is a warm, loving, dependable care taker, who will easily blend with your family and will look after your kids like her own. She has taken care of my 5yr old since she was born, kept her safe, entertained and cared for better than I could have dreamed and not...

Jindra F.

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Jessica D.


Palatine, IL

$22-30/hr8 yrs exp

Easy Going And Fun Loving Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Jessica. Thank you for viewing my profile. I am an experienced nanny with over 8 years of experience with kids of all ages ranging from 2 years old to high school. I love nothing more than to bond and play with kids as if they were my own. I have a Bachelors in Communications from Elmhurst College and am CPR...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is the best and our kids love her! She is very punctual and caring. She would help our kids with homework, take them to playground & after school activities. Overall she brings positive influence to our kids. Highly recommended!!!"

Vincent L.

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Mariya K.


Gurnee, IL

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Honest, Energetic, Mature Nanny w/6 Years of Experience Looking for a P/T or F/T Position

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a mother of 2 great kids and I was a teacher for kids, ages 3-8. I love children and have many years of experience. I live in Gurnee. My best attributes are trustworthy, patience, honesty, punctual, flexible and easy to get along with. I believe in engaging children in creative play and educational activities rather...
Mariya can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mariya babysat for us on Sundays while my husband and I worked for almost a year. (I had another baby and our schedules changed-which is why we do not to see her as much) Mariya is dependable; she never cancels . My four year old loves her. She takes over...

Rachel F.

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Amelia B.


Gilberts, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Associates In Early Childhood Education

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Amelia and I am 36 years old. A little about me- I have my associates in early childhood education, I've been a nanny/babysitter for over 15 years and was also a qualified lead teacher of the toddler classroom in a local daycare! I live in Gilberts and I'm a mother of two wonderful children; a 5-year-old...
Amelia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Amelia interviewed with us and helped take care of our infant son. She was warm and friendly. She was great with the baby. Unfortunately we were not able to hire Amelia, but believe that any family would be lucky to have her."

Katie S.

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Cassandra S.


Lake Zurich, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A Full Time Long Term Nanny Position

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a nanny for over 10 years and have 20+ years of babysitting experience for families of up to 5 children, ages birth to 12. I have my own transportation, am a non smoker, and comfortable with pets. I also am able to do light housework, laundry, cooking, and errand running. I love spending time with kids and...
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

3.0
"Cassie interviewed with us twice. Once at a location and one time at our home to meet our children. She was very sweet and my kids really liked her. She seemed wonderful and her references were good so we offered her a position but she never returned my call to...

Amy C.

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

Katie P.

5.0

Katie is very reliable! She babysat my daughter frequently from the time she was about 6 months old until she started daycare in June at 19 months. Katie was great with her and my daughter would get a huge smile on her face every time Katie arrived!

- Carey S.

Samantha R.

5.0

We love Sam! She has been a part of our family since January of this year and we are more than happy with the care she brings to our children. She is reliable, hard-working and a pleasure to be around. She has cared for our baby girl since she was only 5 months old and our son who is now 4. I could...

- Heather B.

Wendy F.

5.0

She is extremely honest , caring and sweet . She is also very attentive and thoughtful . Would highly recommend her to anyone with children .

- Charlie J.

Kirsten P.

5.0

Kirsten has worked for our family for almost a year. Our little one loves her and we never have to worry if he's taken care of while we are away. Kirsten was accommodating when our son was a horrible sleeper and she does great with my schedule for him now! Anything additional we need done for him,...

- Jade D.

Vicky C.

5.0

Vicky is a warm, loving, dependable care taker, who will easily blend with your family and will look after your kids like her own. She has taken care of my 5yr old since she was born, kept her safe, entertained and cared for better than I could have dreamed and not just her - my two other kids and...

- Jindra F.

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