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Kate V.

Wauconda, IL

4.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Shelby P.

Part Time Babysitter/Nanny

Wauconda, IL

1.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I am 23. I have many years of experience. I volunteered at a camp for children with special needs. I was a camp counselor and helped take care of them. The youngest child I have ever watched was a 3 months old. I am very responsible and reliable. I have reliable transportation,...
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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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Jessica D.

Easy Going And Fun Loving Nanny

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...

Vincent L. says "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...

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Renata D.

Part Time Nanny Available

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Renata. I live in Round Lake. I have been a nanny for over 17 years now. I work at a Polish school on Saturdays as a teacher- with students from 1st up until 4th grade. In my previous experiences as a nanny, I have worked with families who have had and newborn infant and their older children as well. I have...

Laura P. says "Renata worked for us for a couple years until we no longer needed a nanny due to a retirement and kids starting school. She was extremely reliable, she...

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Shannon S.

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
As a nurturing childcare professional with two decades of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's holistic development and making a positive impact on their lives. My patient and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children, providing them with a safe and nurturing environment. I follow parents'...

Grace B. says "Shannon babysat our 6-month-old son while we went on a date. She is friendly and warm, has a calm presence, and was attentive to our son, checking in on...

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Karolina P.

Hello!

Barrington, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Nelli W.

German Speaking Nanny Seeking Temporary, Occasional, Part- Or Full-time Position And English

Grayslake, IL

4.7(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I have cared for kids ages 0-14 in the past eight years of my professional experience as a live in nanny and Nanny. My responsibilities included everything from feeding bottles, changing diapers, bathing, involving in age appropriate activities/ crafts to teaching German, preparing meals, assisting with homework, light...

Jill J. says "Nelli lived and worked for us from October 2008 to April 2010, but had to move back to Germany for about a year or so. When she came back to the Chicago...

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Ashley R.

Part-Time Nanny

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 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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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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Gigi A.

Full-Time Nanny Or Babysitter

Mundelein, IL

from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have provided childcare to infants, toddlers and children up to the age of 12 years of age. I am also a mother to two wonderful, now adult girls. When they were born, I had decided to stay home with them to raise them in a safe and secure environment. They are now college students. I feel that I can help a family with...
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Jodie T.

Experienced, Responsible, Loving, Caring, And Respectful Nanny

Fox Lake, IL

1.0(0)
from
$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
Hello, I live in Fox Lake I have a beautiful 14-year-old daughter who is my utterly most everything. Besides raising my very own daughter I also have a few years experience with babysitting for families and taking care of more than one child at a time from ages of newborns to teenagers. I am willing to do light housekeeping,...
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Maayan S.

Part Time Caregiver

Barrington, IL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
My name is Maayan I'm a musician and I arrived to NYC a year ago from Israel. My first time babysitting (excluding my little brother) was for a young baby girl. when I started taking care of her, she was 10 months old. I enjoy it very much. It is a privilege for me because it gives me the opportunity to give love, empathy,...
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Kate S.

Kate - Nanny/Babysitter/Petsitter Student At Illinois State University Available For The Summer

Grayslake, IL

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, empathetic, and fun! I'm looking for a job that allows me to be helpful and feel like I made a difference. I enjoy bringing positivity into people's lives, and I'm looking for a job where I can do that. I want a job that's high energy and where I can use my creativity. I started working...
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Rebecca M.

Your Personal Mary Poppins

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Hello! My name is Rebecca but, most call me Becky. I've been caring and working with children majority of my life and enjoy doing so! I've been a babysitter, nanny, camp counselor director, preschool teacher, taught Mom & Tot classes and most recent directed before and after care programs for the Mt. Prospect Park District. I'm...
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Nutsa O.

Palatine, IL

from
$10/hr
5 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
As someone passionate about nurturing Hello, my name is Nino (Nutsa) I'm 26 years old from Georgia, Eastern Europe. I'm an former Au pair in USA was taking care of 2 months old and 2 years old babies and also former kindergarten teacher back to my country. I'm living in Palatine and looking for nanny job. young minds, I bring...
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Molly S.

A Nanny With A Creative Mind And Positive Soul.

Round Lake, IL

from
$18/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello families! My name is Molly, I'm 23 years old, and I'm currently seeking one-time babysitting 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...
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Rhys T.

Daycare Teacher Trying To Make A Difference

McHenry, IL

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
I like working with kids because I believe in the importance of a quality early childhood experience to a child's development. The best part about my previous job at a daycare was forming a bond with the children and families. I would like to be a nanny so I can make a bigger difference in the lives of the children that I'm...
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Tracy S.

Time To Enjoy What I Do

Barrington, IL

from
$22/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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Lily E.

nanny

Lake Zurich, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
I'm looking for childcare opportunities whether that be on a daily basis or even just for date night. I live in the Lake Zurich area. I love being around kids and enjoy being a positive role model for them. I was a camp counselor for kids ages 4-13, I've been a martial arts instructor for both kids and adults, and I have a...
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  • 60 live-in nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live-in nannies is 2.5

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

Live-in Nannies in Wauconda, IL are rated 2.5 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed live-in nannies

Kate V.

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.

- Sara R.

Ana M.

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...

- Jessica K.

Jessica D.

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 &...

- Vincent L.

FAQs for finding a live-in nanny in Wauconda, 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 Wauconda, IL is $21.00 per hour.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 2 in Wauconda, 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 2 live-in nanny profiles near you to get an idea of what responsibilities they feel comfortable tackling.

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