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Find nannies in Lake Forest, IL that you’ll love

60 nannies are listed in Lake Forest, IL

The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby nannies is 5 years

Nannies in Lake Forest, IL

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Lilia C.


Waukegan, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, My name is Lily, I'm a bilingual nanny. I have 10 years experience taking care of baby's and toddlers. I love to read to them take them for walks, library, play with them and most important give them all the love and attention they need. I am highly dependable and responsible and I have excellent references.
5.0
"Lily was our nanny for my baby and two-year-old and she was absolutely wonderful with the boys. She is responsible kind loving and a very hard worker. We were lucky to have her as our nanny and I highly recommend her. We have stayed in touch and adore her feel free...

Lisa S.

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Jessica S.


Deerfield, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! A little bit about myself, I attended DePaul for my undergraduate in Environmental Science and I have a passion for all things outdoors. Currently, I am remotely enrolled at DePaul where I am receiving my Masters degree in Public Administration. I work full time at The Village of Deerfield and I am looking for an...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
5.0
"Jessica is above and beyond what I could ask for in someone caring for my children. She is incredibly attentive, engaging and trustworthy. My children love their time together and look forward to the next time. She has proven to be the best of the best! My family...

Angie B.

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Nicole H.


Mundelein, IL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working in child care for over 25 years. I have spent most of that time working in childcare centers but once covid happened I decided to become a nanny. It was the most rewarding change I've ever made. It was definitely more personal and it felt like I gained another family. I was a nanny for 3 wonderful boys ages...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nicole has truly been an addition to our family for the past two years. She loves our three boys as her own. She is very reliable, hardly ever missing days of work, a good communicator, and brings so much creativity to the job. She is a nurturing care giver and a...

Sarah J.

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Heather L.


Mundelein, IL

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Nanny Or Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

For the past 8 and a half years I've worked at a Montessori school. 7 years as an assistant, and a year and a half as the teacher for toddlers and two's. I have my CDA and am First Aid and CPR certified. I believe that all children should be able to explore and experience their environment in their own way.
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Heather is great with our three young kids 3, 5, 7. Highly recommend. She helps with dishes and laundry if there is time."

Susan B.

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Dana L.


Deerfield, IL

$49/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 30-year-old college graduate from Columbia College Chicago. I graduated in 2013 with a Fashion Business degree. I have continued to do what I love best and that's be with kids. I feel like the BEST me is brought out when I'm around your kids and I would love the opportunity to be your babysitter/Nanny. I love going to the...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made snacks or meals for them and generally took wonderful care of them. She was extremely dependable and my kids love her...

Michelle L.

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Miranda S.


Lake Zurich, IL

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have nannied for many years throughout my life, and love taking care of children. I am reliable, active, creative and responsible. My main priority is to make sure the kids feel comfortable and have fun while staying safe. I am level-headed and knowledgeable on what actions need to be taken in emergent situations. I have a...
Miranda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Miranda was great! We can't wait to have her back in the fall."

Melissa K.

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Amanda M.


Wheeling, IL

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello , My name is Amanda ! I'm a Caring Nanny offering full-time live-out. Bringing more than 5 years childcare experience and proficiency in assimilating into new family cultures. Adept at organizing children's daily schedules, including meals, school, and recreational activities. Proficient in communication with children...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Amanda was wonderful. She's my top choice for sure. She was very mature, dependable, responsible and caring with my kiddo. She's always on time and very helpful with everything we needed. Highly recommend!!!"

Antonia S.

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Molly E.


Libertyville, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Molly and I am currently finishing my first semester of college at the University of Colorado-Boulder. I have been babysitting since I was in 7th grade and worked as a summer nanny all of high school. I love finding fun activities to do with kids such as arts and crafts, exploring nature, baking, and swimming. I am...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Molly is great! She watched my two kids (B-7 and G-12) and they loved her. She took them to the park, made lunch, and hung with the kids all day. I came home to a clean house and happy, well-loved kids! "

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Lauren H.


Lake Bluff, IL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Seeking Full Time Nanny/Sitter Position!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have always gravitated towards working with children. I began babysitting for my younger sister/family friends at a young age and continued to do so throughout High School. During High School I participated in an Early Childhood class for two years where we were taught how to teach and worked with preschoolers several times...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"We hired Lauren back when we were living in Illinois- I met her through a mutual friend. Lauren quickly became part of our family as our daughter connected to her immediately! Lauren is a very talented artist and my daughter loved doing crafts with her, in fact she...

Sarah E.

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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, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Lisa Z.


Northbrook, IL

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving And Compassionate Nanny For Your Family!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lisa and I am 29 years old. I graduated from Roosevelt University with my BA in Psychology. I have 10 years of experience in child care as well as six years of experience working in a hospital as PCT. I am also a certified infant care specialist and have worked as OB tech on labor and delivery and mother/baby...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Lisa has been our nanny for a year and has done a great job. She's had her hands full with a 3 year old, 19 month old, and 11 month old (nanny share) but she's done a great job balancing multiple priorities and managing competing schedules. She's great with the...

Wendy E.

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Lorandne M.


Highland Park, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Full-Time Nanny Position

I am a very energetic, happy and calm lady. I've worked for families for over 20 years in the USA, Ireland, England and Hungary /English speaking/. I love children very much with all my heart and I always want to be sure they are happy and comfortable. Depending of the ages of kids I am organizing the appropriate, creative,...
Lorandne can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Our lovely nanny is looking for a new family to work with beginning October 1st. She has provided excellent care for our 2 children (now aged 3 & 7) since 2020 will be ending her time with us in September when we enroll our 3 year old in full-time Pre-K. There...

Kelly L.

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Paige C.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$20-36/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter And Pet Care Provider

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Paige . I am a 2nd grade teacher. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education with a minor in ESL. I have been nannying for 8 years now with kids ranging from the ages of 1-12! I have such a passion for kids! I have a clean driving record and will have a car that I can take kids to activities or school...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Paige was our "pod teacher" during the pandemic. She helped proctor my daughters (2nd grade and Kindergarten) along with 3 other 1st graders while juggling her undergrad degree. The girls adored her and she helped us during a crucial time for all parties involved...

Sonya G.

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Josie E.


Northbrook, IL

$25-38/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny!!

I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I do really love taking care of children/child and making memories with. I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having...
Josie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Josie possesses a natural ability to ‘woo’ children. She easily formed bonds with my daughter and was playful, caring, and compassionate every time they spent time together. Josie has strong communication skills. She is always responsive to texts, easily takes...

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Samantha W.


North Chicago, IL

$18-25/hr9 yrs exp

Medical Student Looking For Summer Work

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*Looking for family to work with while I am on break for the summer!* I am a first year medical student and am looking for work. I would love to get you know you and your family! I love kids and have had a variety of experiences caring for them. I have 7 nieces and nephews (2 y/o - 13 y/o) whom I have been babysitting since I...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I had a great experience working with Samantha. I hired her to watch my 5 month old while visiting Asbury Park from out of town. While my child was sleeping during the duration of her stay, she was punctual, a great communicator, reliable and genuinely seemed to...

Jolly B.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi , I'm very patient and very hardworking. I working as a nanny for more them 10 years. I was working with a wonderful family for 6 years. With all skills , I have the capacitation and responsibility to take care of children.
Lorena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Lorena was fantastic! She easily kept my kiddo engaged and was happy to play his favorite games and do fun crafts together. I'll definitely invite her back. :)"

Suzy D.

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Alyssa G.


Libertyville, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Alyssa. I am 22 years old and a second grade bilingual teacher! I Speak both English and Spanish. I recently graduated from Illinois State University where I studied Bilingual Elementary Education. I have lots of experience with kids, as I was a camp counselor for 3 years and have been babysitting since I was in...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Perfect for my family. She is dependable, patient and my kids love her!"

Crystal Y.

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Miriam P.


Waukegan, IL

$22-23/hr5 yrs exp

Fun - Young And Creative Nanny

Hello! My name is Miriam and I am 30 years old. I live in the Gurnee area. I have been in the nanny career for a few years now and I just enjoy the company and experience with kids. I have a child myself and I do know searching for the best care for a child/children isn't easy. I am responsible and trustworthy. I enjoy doing...
Miriam can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"I interviewed Miriam and really found her to be kind, professional, courteous, and very responsive to all my questions and concerns. I had a change in my childcare needs due to a work schedule change, but if I needed someone I would've hired her in a second. "

Judy K.

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Negin N.


Northbrook, IL

$25-33/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny And Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Negin. I'm a 25-year-old college student majoring in Public Policy at Depaul, available for childcare. I've loved working for a family in Lincolnwood for a year taking care of a 3-month-old who's now 15 months old. However, the position is coming to an end so she can start daycare. I absolutely love little ones....
Negin can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"The girls have a great time with Negin. Responsible, fun, and compassionate."

David K.

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Bridget R.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$22-200/hr10 yrs exp

Available Monday-Friday.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

*Currently Employed* please no inquiries at this time. Thank you Hourly rate $20-25hr not $200hr Hello, my name is Bridget and I am 35 years old. My experience and achievements include: *Associates in Child Education *Credentials in Early Childhood Education *Child-Protection certification*TB test-passed *CPR/ AED...
Bridget can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"I have known Bridget since I was 11 years old and I can honestly say, she is one of the kindest, most honest, dependable and caring people I know. My girls absolutely love her. Your children would be blessed to have her in their lives to help them learn and grow...

Angie C.

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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, IL

Lilia C.

5.0

Lily was our nanny for my baby and two-year-old and she was absolutely wonderful with the boys. She is responsible kind loving and a very hard worker. We were lucky to have her as our nanny and I highly recommend her. We have stayed in touch and adore her feel free to contact me if you have any...

- Lisa S.

Jessica S.

5.0

Jessica is above and beyond what I could ask for in someone caring for my children. She is incredibly attentive, engaging and trustworthy. My children love their time together and look forward to the next time. She has proven to be the best of the best! My family and I think the world of her.

- Angie B.

Nicole H.

5.0

Nicole was a full-time nanny for my family (45 hours/week) and the biggest blessing to come into our lives. Nicole and my toddler quickly built a deep bond. She was always very active with my son while playing, they did weekly crafts together to teach different themes, and spent time outside...

- Mackenzie V.

Heather L.

5.0

Heather is great with our three young kids 3, 5, 7. Highly recommend. She helps with dishes and laundry if there is time.

- Susan B.

Dana L.

5.0

Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made snacks or meals for them and generally took wonderful care of them. She was extremely dependable and my kids love her (still). They always wanted Dana...

- Michelle L.

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