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60 nannies are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Des Plaines, IL
Galyna B.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-50/hr • 17 yrs exp
My name is Galyna and I have 17 years childcare experience in all different age of groups. I am looking for a new family to join in a full-time position (starting time-May 1) I am CPR/First AID Kit certified. No smoker. Own safe car with clean driving record. I will take care of your children making sure that they get all the...
Ashley C.
Des Plaines, IL
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Love Working With Children. They Brings Joy To This World.
Hi, my name is Ashley. I am 31 years old. I have two children of my own. They are the ages five and seven. I have been working with kids for 8 years now. I have been a nanny before. I also have worked in a daycare setting. I was the Lead Teacher for Infants and Toddler ages. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I love working with...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Cailyn H.
Des Plaines, IL
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am currently looking to become a full/part-time babysitter or nanny. I am a Des Plaines resident and have a reliable form of transportation. I currently attend and play volleyball at the University of Dubuque and will be going into my sophomore year this Fall. I have experience with kids of all ages; I've been coaching at my...
Cailyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
"A nanny is not just a babysitter, she is a caregiver, a mentor, and a friend." Hi, my name is Fabiola (or Faby!) and I strive to provide the best childcare experience in a loving, safe environment all while respecting boundaries and having fun. I'm currently in nursing school and I have over 8+ years of experience with children...
Fabiola can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Magdalena P.
Des Plaines, IL
$22-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name is Magda. I am Very Interested In Nanny Position
5.0
(1)
I love the children. I am available for any nanny positions. Please contact me for more information.
Magdalena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"My husband and I interviewed with Magdalena in our home. She arrived on time, came well-prepared with reference letters, and answered all of our questions completely. She interacted well with our children (a 2-year-old and a 4-year-old) and appeared kind and...
Joanna C.
Luisa R.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I'm 21 years old, I'm Venezuelan and I'm also fluent in English and Spanish. I'm fully vaccinated and being Covid safe. I'm very organized and would love to help you as a Nanny!
Luisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
I am 26. I worked as a nanny in Ukraine. I had been taking care of the twins for 6 months. The children's ages are 8 months. I have worked with a child for half a year, age 1.5 years. Elementary English level.
Khrystyna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Maryam M.
Des Plaines, IL
$25-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! As a nurturing and attentive nanny, I bring a genuine love for children and a commitment to fostering their growth and well-being. With a focus on creating a safe and stimulating environment, I am dedicated to building positive relationships and supporting the unique needs of each child under my care. My mission is to...
Maryam can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I was raised in a home where my mom was a full time nanny and I have been around kids ever since then. I am currently a full-time mental health therapist at an alternative high school, working with at-risk adolescents. Prior to my work with teens, I was employed by the Department of Human Services as a personal...
Krystina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
I have an early childhood education degree. I have worked as a nanny, teacher for several years. I like doing arts and crafts, going to the library and the park, and reading
Farideh can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Farideh is a loving, dependable and experienced care giver. She worked for us for four years and in that time became part of the family. She has a teaching background and has taught my children so much. Her next family will be very lucky to have her. Highly...
Lauren L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Ellie and I will be graduating from DePaul University with my masters in Speech Language Pathology this June!
I will be available for full time nannying/babysitting starting June 17-August 16th (dates negotiable).
I am also available for any weekday/weekend gigs in the mean time!
Feel free to reach out!
Ellie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ellie is phenomenal! She was a dream come true for us with our autistic 4 year old. She is educated and intelligent and played with our son the entire time we were gone (we had to come back to get something and my son was having the time of his life!) She...
Samantha B.
5.0
(2)
I am a warm, energetic, Spanish and English-speaking reliable nanny with 20+ years of experience throughout the Chicagoland area looking to make a long-term commitment to a family with a newborn or young child on the North Side or northern suburbs. I can provide excellent references, including those of my current employers for...
Sonia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Sonia has been an essential part of our family for 3 years! She has been with us since our son was born and with us as our family has grown. She is sweet and loving, incredibly reliable, and always looking for new ways to support our kids’ development. We are...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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Hello! My name is Cara. I am 25 years old. I graduated from Lake Forest College with a BA in Sociology. I have worked as a nanny with a baby, a 14-month-old, and a 2. 5-year-old. I worked at a day camp for 5 summers and two of those summers I was a group counselor with 11 6-year-old girls.
I love to take...
Cara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cara watched our one year old daughter for most of a year. During that time she was very reliable and provided great care. She did great playing, teaching, and showing activities to develop motor skills and mental development.
Cara has a great personality...
Kevin K.
Margaret O.
Elmwood Park, IL
$10-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maggie. I am 25 years old. I have worked as an Assistant Teacher at Little Jewels Learning Center, as a nanny for a family as well as a date night babysitter for local families. I am currently a nanny for a wonderful family but am still available for the occasional date nights you may need!
Margaret can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maggie was a terrific nanny. She was with our family for over a year, before heading to college. She worked for us 4 days a week, extended hours when needed, and was always on time. My kids (1 & 3 when she started; now 2 & 4) loved her. She took my 3-year old to...
Mary B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Mihaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"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 daughter, and our family including our pets & our 8 year-old son.
Ela was always & always willing to...
Jim C.
4.2
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! Currently an Intensive Teaching Assistant but looking for a part-time nanny family. My TDAP was updated July 2020, Flu shot, vaxxed, and ALLERGIC TO CATS.
I am a Christian but comfortable in all settings. My biggest priorities are manners, routines, and finding new ways to play. I'm happy to tutor after school...
Tylecia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ty is a lifesaver!! Such a wonderful person with my children and my chaotic life! My girls have nothing but smiles and squeals when she comes over. Absolutely great! Would recommend her to anyone."
Irish D.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi let me tell you a little about myself.
I have 5 years of experience working with children. For example babies, toddlers and big kids. I worked at a house daycare when I was in high school.. What I love the most is making kids happy and know they are heard & loved. My favorite activities to do with kids are art crafts,...
Mariana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mariana has been working for our family for a year. She is reliable, communicative, and on time. My daughters love her, and ever since she started watching my girls they have not wanted anyone but her to watch them. Out of all of the sitters we have had in past...
Waiyi C.
5.0
(2)
Hi,
My name is Diana and I am fun, creative and easy going. I have over 15 years of experience working as a nanny. I have nanny for children from the age of 2 weeks old, toddlers, twins up to 12 years in age which has included infant, twins, toddlers. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am a certified IDSA sleep consultant. use...
Diana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Diana is very dependable and always great with our kids!"
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Mercedes C.
Schaumburg, IL
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Mercedes. I have a bachelor's degree in Family and individual development with a minor in early childhood. I'm a newborn care specialist, CPR, first aid, DCFS, and CNA certified. Utilizing my training in early childhood development and 13 years of hands-on experience as a highly-skilled child educator, nanny,...
Mercedes can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Mercedes as a nanny for your childcare needs. She performed nanny duties for my infant and 3-year-old sons from March 2015 to January 2018.
Mercedes is an incredibly patient individual who takes the time to meet even the rowdiest kids' needs. She...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an amazing nanny looking for part-time, possible full-time hours. I am a certified teacher taking a few years off to be with my older children. I have been a nanny part-time/full-time for the past three years for two families. I have over 25 years experience. I cared for a total of six children ranging in age from 2-8 from...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Jennifer to help take care of our mom shortly after her surgery in May/June 2023. We needed someone to help get her to appointments, get her moving to exercise her recently operated on knee, and be around for general caregiving. Jennifer was absolutely a...
Lisa M.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL
Magdalena P.
5.0
My husband and I interviewed with Magdalena in our home. She arrived on time, came well-prepared with reference letters, and answered all of our questions completely. She interacted well with our children (a 2-year-old and a 4-year-old) and appeared kind and gentle. Her references were impeccable....
- Joanna C.
Farideh R.
5.0
Farideh has a flair for education and truly enjoyed that aspect of enriching my children's lives. She also was a great cook and ensured my children ate hot meals (and a variety including Iranian or Israeli dishes). My kids loved Farideh and continue to enjoy seeing her years later even though she...
- Laura S.
Ellie V.
5.0
Ellie is phenomenal! She was a dream come true for us with our autistic 4 year old. She is educated and intelligent and played with our son the entire time we were gone (we had to come back to get something and my son was having the time of his life!) She listened to all of our son's...
- Samantha B.
Sonia C.
5.0
Sonia has been an extraordinary addition to our family. She combines an enormous amount of childcare experience with a loving and affectionate personality. I would wholeheartedly recommend her.
- Care member
Cara S.
5.0
Cara watched our one year old daughter for most of a year. During that time she was very reliable and provided great care. She did great playing, teaching, and showing activities to develop motor skills and mental development.
Cara has a great personality and quickly became friends with our...
- Kevin K.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Des Plaines, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Des Plaines, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Des Plaines, IL is as of is $18.10 per hour as of May, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Des Plaines, IL?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 49 in Des Plaines, IL. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Des Plaines, IL?
You can find different nanny services in Des Plaines through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Des Plaines, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Des Plaines, IL nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Nannies in Des Plaines, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.