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Maria M.

Licensed Childcare (Nanny) In Your Home

Garden Prairie, IL

3.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Maria but I go by LuLu. I have been caring for children since I was a teenager. I now have 4 children of my own and one grandson. I love spending quality time with all children i. e. doing daily activities, reading, coloring and playing games. I also incorporate field trips to the local swimming pool, parks,...

Christopher Z. says "Maria "Lulu" was without a doubt the best nanny we have ever had. She took care of our daughter as if she was her own and became part of the family....

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Giavanna R.

Babysitter/nanny.

Belvidere, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I graduated with my associates for early childhood education. I also worked as an assistant teacher for over a year, with children ages of 3mo to 7 years of age. I love working with kids and helping them learn and grow! I am a very energetic person and l would love to find a family to help care for. I am CPR certified, first...

Care Member says "Gia did a great job with our 3 little kids. I didn’t allow television while she was with them, but she kept them busy by doing arts and crafts, games,...

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Sue E.

Holistic Childcare

Marengo, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I'm currently home on spring break from April 6- May 20, 2017 and available. I'm a teacher's assistant at a Waldorf Steiner School in the UK. I also have been a teacher at a Kinder care here in the States. Currently I'm studying to become a Waldorf EC Teacher in the U. K. My qualifications include: Certified Riding Instructor...
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Ana D.

Hola! I'm Here To Help, Care And Teach You Spanish:)

Marengo, IL

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am from Venezuela, respectful, kind, caring, always willing to help. I have reaised and cared for children through my whole life and, for a short time I also cared for the elderly. I love learning, new experiences and being economically independent. On my free time I like to travel, read, watch movies and tv series. I am...
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Ewelina C.

Marengo, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Profesional friendly with over 10 years of experience as a nanny caregiver . Kids and animals are her favorite
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Kaycee B.

Nanny

Marengo, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
Hi! My name is Kaycee, I am 25 years old and live in Marengo! I have about 6 years of experience with children of all age groups. I am currently working full time in a daycare as a qualified teacher in the toddler room! Looking to start nannying for an individual family instead of working at a center. I go to Mchenry County...
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Gianna L.

Seeking Nanny Position

Marengo, IL

from
$18/hr
8 years experience
Hello! My name is Gianna and I am looking to help out families in need. I have one 5-year-old daughter & two step children boy (4) and girl (6). I genuinely enjoy spending time with children and creating a safe environment for them to learn and play is very important to me. I have nannied/helped out 4+ families in the last 10...
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Hanna W.

Fun Sitter And Smiles For Miles!

Marengo, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
I am really great with kids of all ages! I love the opportunity to watch kids grow and flourish, and enjoy the experiences they are having while they are young. When I was 12 I was so eager to start babysitting, that I went out and took a babysitting certification course! After that I consistently babysat for 5 or 6 different...
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Jessica M.

Nanny

Marengo, IL

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$15/hr
16 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Jessica but I usually go by Jessie/Jess. I would describe myself as a fun, bubbly and sweet person! I love kids, I've grown up with kids and baby around my whole life, my mom ran an in home daycare from when I was 4-14 I started babysitting at 11, got a job at an in home daycare working with mostly babies at 18...
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Heather D.

Belvidere, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am honored that you are considering me for this opportunity to have a special place in your family as your child or children's nanny. I am 31 years old and I have a true heart for children. I have over 10 years of experience with infants and young children and I consider it a privilege to work with them and watch them grow....
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Alexandra C.

Smile Creator

Marengo, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Alexandra. I worked in a daycare for 2. 5 years and have been a nanny as need since then. I have my CNA license(Certified Nursing Assistant) I am also CPR/First Aid certified. I am available to help with housekeeping, meal preparation, I am very comfortable with pets. I have my own car. Lastly, I love working with...
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Jasmine F.

Fun, Energetic Sitter, Always Wants Laughing Giggling Faces Around :)

Marengo, IL

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I am a very patient, outgoing, energized person that is ready to take on any big project! I have 4 years of experience. I can help with cooking/meal prep, light housekeeping, laundry, errands, carpool, crafts, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, remote learning. Family is very important factor in my life. I have...
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Alyssa S.

Fun Siiter

Marengo, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello!!! My name is Alyssa and I am a 2nd grade teacher. I have my summers off so I am looking for a part-time job. I am available to start after June 12th and mid August. I am 24 years old and I have been a babysitter/nanny for many families over the last 7 years. I have cared for all ages and have loved every family that I...
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Megan S.

Experienced Nanny & Teacher

Roscoe, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a certified teacher with a passion for providing care to young children. I have experience in working with children 0-18, in both academic and childcare settings. I also have past experience in working with kids with special needs and providing therapeutic recreation services. My most recent family and I have been together...

Domonique S. says "Megan took care of my daughter from age 18 months for over a year and I couldn't be happier with her services. She has a kind spirit, gentle souls with...

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Autumn R.

Creative And Fun Sitter

Sycamore, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! Thank you for viewing my profile! My name is Autumn and I am 26 years old. I am an experienced nanny who is very responsible, reliable, and has a great sense of time management! I am CPR and First Aid trained. I am also very creative and love to promote hands on activities and play based learning for all ages! I value...

Victoria P. says "Autumn watched my twin girls on and off from the time they were infants. She is very dependable. She is very caring and interacts with my girls very...

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Marie J.

Loving

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am currently a part-time nanny for two families with Care. com and can provide references. I have over six years of experience. Within that time I have taken care of babies, inclusive children and have education in speech pathology. I am certified for Child Development, Health and Safety. My BS is from NIU in Engineering. I...

Care Member says "Marie has been a part time in home nanny for us for a few months now. She is pleasant, polite and overall just amazing with our two boys (10 and 2 YOA)....

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Miranda L.

Looking For Nanny/Mother's Helper Jobs!

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
As a big sister of two little brothers, and a member of a large extended family (with lots of little cousins!), my love for kids has only grown over the years. Kids are my passion, and I always feel comfortable around them. I love to play, teach, and create with children, as I've always been a very creative and driven person...

Sarena M. says "Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and always happy to...

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Cheri A.

Huntley, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I love being a Nanny and being a positive role model to children of all ages. Children are always encouraged to be creative, self thinkers, silly, helpful, caring and well mannered by me as their Nanny. Babies are constantly nurtured by me with a soft kind voice, gentle caring touch, playful demeanor, and knowledge to...

Nicole T. says "We are so happy to have found Cheri to care for our son. Cheri started with us when our son was about 4 months old and she stayed with us until he started...

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Amanda H.

Full-Time Nanny

Sycamore, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Amanda, and I am a proud graduate of Northern Illinois University, holding a Bachelor of Arts degree. With 20 years of experience in childcare, I have had the privilege of caring for children ranging from infants to teenagers, including families with multiple children and pets. I excel in light housekeeping and enjoy...

Laurie B. says "Amanda is a kind and hard-working person with a palpable love for children (and pets)! She has been a trustworthy, doting caregiver, adapting as our...

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Alysse F.

Loves Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience
Hi, my name is Alysse. I am 24 years old and I have recently graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education with endorsements in both ESL and Special Education. In my past experiences, I was a student teacher at Froberg Elementary and I've also done observations at both Froberg...
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  • 60 nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated nannies is 3.0

Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Garden Prairie, IL

Nannies in Garden Prairie, IL are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed nannies

Maria M.

Maria "Lulu" was without a doubt the best nanny we have ever had. She took care of our daughter as if she was her own and became part of the...

- Christopher Z.

Giavanna R.

Gia did a great job with our 3 little kids. I didn’t allow television while she was with them, but she kept them busy by doing arts and...

- Care member

Megan S.

Megan took care of my daughter from age 18 months for over a year and I couldn't be happier with her services. She has a kind spirit, gentle...

- Domonique S.

FAQs for finding nannies in Garden Prairie, IL

The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Garden Prairie, IL is as of is $25.00 per hour as of June, 2025. 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.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 1 in Garden Prairie, 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.

You can find different nanny services in Garden Prairie 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 Garden Prairie, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.

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