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Judith H.


Essex, IL

$11-16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking For A Babysitter/nanny?

Hi! My name is Judie and I have one bio son, 2 bonus kids and I am the legal guardian of our newest family member who is 3! I've always loved kids and felt like I was just meant to be a mom, so what better job than to work with others kids as well!? I also have worked with special needs kids (in the local school district) for...
Judith can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jorie W.


Braceville, IL

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of children for 9 years. I have experience taking care of multiple children ranging from ages of a few months old to 13 years. I can proudly say that the children of one family that I have been watching for 7 years say that out of all of their babysitters that I am still their favorite! When the weather...
Jorie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Jorie went above and beyond my expectations. She was always very communicative with us and very responsible. She very quickly gained all our trust for the care of our little one. She implemented the strict schedule and activities we planned for the week for the...

Michael S.

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Alexis M.


Gardner, IL

$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello! I am an experienced babysitter who loves taking care of kids. I have about 3 years of experience with babysitting, I started with some of the neighborhood kids when I was around the age of 14, and then it progressed to me having a permanent job with a family of 2 boys for a little over a year. I then moved to another...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Lexi is fun, creative and very responsible. She takes her job seriously and is able to connect with everyone she works with. She smiles often and enjoys what she does."

Christie P.

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Jessica B.


Braceville, IL

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced College Educated Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Jessica and I am an experienced housekeeper. I am also available for pet sitting as well as nannying.
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Tatianna H.


Braidwood, IL

$14-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Loving Nanny Looking For A Forever Family!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tatianna. I'm currently 24 years old. I currently live in Braidwood, and looking to find a position at max 40 minutes away. I have multiple years experience in nannying, and babysitting. I have experience in newborns, up until the age of 14. I'm currently COVID vaccinated, and Flu vaccination. I know the basics...
Tatianna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Charlotte W.


Kankakee, IL

$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Charlotte, and I have experience as a nanny for children ages 4 months through 8 years with multiple dogs and cats. I am a student at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, and I am looking for babysitting/nanny jobs nearby! I maintain a 4. 0 GPA and a 34 ACT score, so I am comfortable with assisting with...
Charlotte can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Charlotte has been amazing to work with the past 6 months. She worked for my family part time (20-30 hours/week) as our nanny before leaving for school and she will be missed. Charlotte always had fun, engaging activities for my 3.5 and 1.5 year olds to do and came...

Eva V.

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Natalia T.


Manteno, IL

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Natalia and I am 28 years old. I have over 14 years of childcare experience as a babysitter, nanny, and a pre-school teacher. My main priority is to always make sure that the children I care for are safe while having as much fun as possible. I have worked as an infant/toddler teacher for three years and have...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Natalia was great! She arrived a little early, and the kids took to her right away. My 2-year old was hugging her before we even left the house! Thank you!"

Sara O.

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Morgan S.


Bourbonnais, IL

$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hey I'm Morgan!

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have experience babysitting & nannying children of all ages. I have worked as childwatch staff for 2 years at the Coffman YMCA & Everybody Fitness Dayton. I am a college student at Olivet Nazarene University, upholding a 3. 8 GPA, & am an active...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Morgan was great!! She was very energetic and hands on with our kids! They loved her and we would definitely want to have Morgan babysit again for us 😀"

Care member

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Allyson B.


Channahon, IL

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun, Responsible Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone, I'm Ally! I am 26 years old and have had a lot of experience with babysitting/nannying over the years. Currently I am looking for a long term nanny job in order to bond and grow with a family! Some things you should know about me- I'm fun, reliable, responsible & super well organized. I love kids (:
Allyson can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily J.


Bradley, IL

$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I'm looking to full time nanny! I have much experience with all different aged children. I have a bachelors degree in Recreation Management. I am CPR certified. I have nannied for two families in the past, one in college, whom which I also tutored for, & one 2 years ago (during the pandemic). I helped with e-learning and once...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Emily is very dependable and trustworthy. She arrived on time or before each time. While with my children she would play, tutor, and hold them accountable to the rules. I would definitely recommend Emily!"

Dayla D.

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Carlee C.


Kankakee, IL

$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, fun, caring! I like working with kids because I love taking care of others and watching them grow into there own little person! I started working with kids when I was 12, I was babysitting all summer up until I was about 15 then I worked at a daycare and then a nanny :) In my spare...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Carlee has loved my babies for the past 9 months (ages 4 and 1). She’s not only watched my children, but she’s also taken them to activities like the park, library, or the local kids museum. She’s been more than willing to help with grocery pickup too! Carlee has...

Care member

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Madison B.


Dwight, IL

$14-28/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I am 26 with a 1. 5-year-old son that would be a package deal with me as I am currently a stay at home mom. I do not smoke and I have my own vehicle. I am comfortable with light housekeeping, laundry, driving children, taking care of multiple children at once, and pets. I worked three years in a licensed day care...
Madison can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

5.0
"I only have wonderful things to say about Madison. She really went above and beyond for my family. She helped me with my 3 children (5, 3, 2) while their dad was working long distance for 9 months. She helped keep my house clean, helped me with the laundry, and...

Melissa P.

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Taylor K.


Bourbonnais, IL

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

I Love To Have Fun And Make Sure Everything Is Good. I Love Cleaning And Meal Prepping.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi!! My name is Taylor and I love being a sitter for children! I have always loved children and one day hope to have my own! My sister has a newborn baby at home and I'm always helping her care for him. I have plenty of experience taking care of children of all ages. I love being a nanny or sitter because I love the experience!...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"amazing sitter!! great with son he gets so excited when she walks in always on time."

Emily W.

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Victoria M.


Kankakee, IL

$13-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Night Nanny

My name is Victoria. I am a nurse and mother of two. Looking to be a night nanny. I have experience in postpartum and am very comfortable with newborns. CPR certified.
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amanda B.


Wilmington, IL

$15-18/hr • 8 yrs exp

My name is Amanda, I have been working in child care on and off for 10 years. I am a certified nurses assistant with CPR and First aid certifications. I have worked as a healthcare provider for nearly 7 years. I am the oldest daughter of 3! I am looking for a long term family to nanny for! I have my own transportation and am a...
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Megan R.


Manteno, IL

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

I love working with children and have been nannying since I was a senior in high school. I am currently nannying another family until the end of August. So I would be looking to start sometime in September. I love doing crafts and being outside when it's nice. I am a hands on person when it comes to kids but also like to be able...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Madyson R.


Wilmington, IL

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hi, my name is Madyson and I am currently a teachers assistant for kindergarten special education located at Braidwood elementary school. I am also a full time student at Olivet Nazarene University, soon to be getting my bachelors in early childhood development. I am looking to nanny a great family!
Madyson can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Miriam T.


Elwood, IL

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Safe And Healthy Exercise For Your Children

At the age of 12, I received a babysitting certification by The Red Cross, since then I have babysat for numerous families in Minnesota, North Carolina, and Illinois. Even landing a nannying job during covid which allowed the parents to focus on their work, knowing I could spend my days entertaining their little ones. Aside...
Miriam can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Abigail E.


Manteno, IL

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Take Chances, Make Mistakes, Get Messy!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working and looking after kiddos for years now. I have nannied the past nearly 3 years full-time for a family that became like my own, & have a few years of experience in teaching at a daycare/preschool; working with infants, toddlers, & up to school age on a daily basis. I plan to return to school to study child's...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Joanna R.


Channahon, IL

$16-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mom Of 2 Boys & Nanny Experience

I'm a mom of 2 boys looking to nanny a family again now that my boys are getting older. I've had the pleasure to babysit for dozens of families over the years. My babysitting journey began when I was 12. I have over 20 years of experience and children of my own. I grew up in church and regularly worked in the children's church...
Joanna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Essex, IL

Jorie W.

5.0

Jorie has been our nanny for the past year and she is WONDERFUL! She is excellent with communicating. She is dependable, extremely flexible, always on time, and great with our children. I trust her whole-heartedly with my kids and know they are in great hands. She keeps to our nap time schedule,...

- Lindsey S.

Alexis M.

5.0

Lexi is fun, creative and very responsible. She takes her job seriously and is able to connect with everyone she works with. She smiles often and enjoys what she does.

- Christie P.

Charlotte W.

5.0

Charlotte has been amazing to work with the past 6 months. She worked for my family part time (20-30 hours/week) as our nanny before leaving for school and she will be missed. Charlotte always had fun, engaging activities for my 3.5 and 1.5 year olds to do and came up with creative play that would...

- Eva V.

Natalia T.

5.0

Natalia was great! She arrived a little early, and the kids took to her right away. My 2-year old was hugging her before we even left the house! Thank you!

- Sara O.

Morgan S.

5.0

Morgan was great!! She was very energetic and hands on with our kids! They loved her and we would definitely want to have Morgan babysit again for us 😀

- Care member

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