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Karen R.

McHenry, IL

4.6(1)
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$21/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...

Care Member says "I would highly recommend Karen as a nanny. She cared for our twin boys from the time they were 3 months old until they were 27 months old. Over those...

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Evelyn C.

McHenry, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
Nanny / babysitter Hi my name is Evelyn. I'm 40 years old and have more than 25 years experience in babysitting and nannying for all ages. I'm a mother of 4 boys. Also, I have worked in school as a parent mentor and lunch supervisor. I have great references. I am responsible, honest , hard working, caring, loving and...
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Kailyn K.

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hey there! My name is Kailyn. Over the years, I have babysat, nannied, and volunteered in children's ministry, day camps, and overnight camps. I have taken CPR courses and have always had a heart for taking care of littles. It would be an honor to get to care for your child!

Mikka J. says "Kailyn is one of the most caring and empathetic people I know. She is kind and listens so well. I would feel so safe leaving our 11 month old with her...

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Sarah R.

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Before becoming an aunt to two lovely little lasses (pictured), I spent a few years as a babysitter and subsequently became a nanny to three energetic boys before going to college. After focusing on my field of study in commercial photography, I craved childcare work again. I've worked with two sisters as a mother's helper for 2...

Care Member says "We booked Sarah for our oldest child’s PIR (Navy Bootcamp Graduation). Although, we ended up getting an extra ticket and not needing her services, Sarah...

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Lori T.

Part Time Caregiver Available

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a positive and fun Nanny. Responsible and very perceptive. I have raised 4 children of my own! Now celebrating the birth of grandchild no 3! Have cared for children with special needs. I also provided care for 2 cancer victims. I raised a niece from newborn til age 6! Provided before and after school care for 6 years. I am...

R L. says "Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily taking our daughter to...

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Katelynn P.

FULL TIME CAREER NANNY AVAILABLE Beginning Of August

McHenry, IL

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$23/hr
15 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Warm, reliable, and experienced career nanny with over 10 years of hands-on experience caring for children ages 3 months to 8 years. Passionate about fostering child development through structured routines, creative play, and a nurturing environment. CPR/First Aid certified and trained in early childhood education. Known for...
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Madelyn W.

Experience Nanny Of 5 Years Available For A Daytime Nanny Position.

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Madelyn and here is a little bit about myself! I have over 5 years of experience watching children. When I was in high school I was very committed to my sports so that didn't leave much time for anything else. In my free time I would watch a family who had 3 children all under the age of 7. The youngest one was...
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Mariah H.

Weekday Nanny

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! My name is Mariah and I am 19 years old. I am currently taking a gap year and just completed my associates degree at MCC. I've worked with kids of all ages through volunteering at my church in the nursery and youth camps. I have also been a babysitter in the past.
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Andrea D.

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

McHenry, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
Hello, I am Andrea. 25 years old. When I am with kids I like to go outside if weather permits, or play indoor games when weather is not permitting. I also enjoy arts and crafts! I am also a Sunday school teacher and teach from 4-10 children on a mostly weekly basis. I have 13 years of experience babysitting children from 3...
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Samantha S.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Nanny/Sitter -- Animal Lover Too!

McHenry, IL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a perfect choice for you if you are looking for a punctual, energetic, silly and patient woman who enjoys showing up to care for children and your home. The ages I've taken care of range from tiny newborns to all ages of Elementary School and preteens 10 to 15 years old. I take care of children the way the parents prefer;...
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Melissa C.

Childcare Worker Looking For Full Time Nanny Position

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I love dogs! I've had my own dog since I was 15. My first pup was a beautiful cocker spaniel who made it to the age of 16. I currently have another cocker spaniel who is almost 3! I enjoy taking walks and it's even better when I have a dog with me! I also love playing fetch with dogs, playin frisbee, and just sitting outside...
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Sara P.

Baby Sitter/ Nanny

McHenry, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have loved watching kids since I was little! I have 3 younger siblings who I would take care of while my parents work over the summer and I have been baby sitting with a couple families for the past 3 years. I love bonding and connecting with the kids so they are comfortable with me and we can all have a fun time together. I...
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Angelica P.

Nanny Position

McHenry, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Angelica and I want to play the important part of aiding in the raising of your child. I think taking care of children can be one of the most rewarding, complex, and beautiful jobs that anyone can have. I have watched many children before, of all ages, and currently have a few years of experience with...
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Emma S.

Nurturing Support For Your Little Ones

McHenry, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Emma, a caring, energetic college student with over 5 years of experience working with kids. I'm 20 years old and currently a junior at Western Illinois University, pursuing my Communications degree fully online. This flexible schedule allows me to be reliable, present, and adaptable as a nanny. I've worked as a youth...
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Abby W.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am looking to find a part time nanny job while I go to school at DePaul University in the fall. I am interested in art, history, and music. I have been babysitting for about five years. My first nannying job was when I was 16 years old, I watched 7-year-old twins, a boy and a girl, for the summer. I am currently 18 years old...
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Nikki M.

McHenry, IL

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$24/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Unicorns ? Dragons ? I have mastered the art of wrangling unicorns and taming dragons within the past 7 years of working with children ! I've worked in day cares, nannying, and camps! So I have the whole 9 yards! I like to call myself a rare find because although I'm young I have so much experience and am truly devoted to my...
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Serena L.

Outgoing, Fun Babysitter

McHenry, IL

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$19/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Serena, and I have over 8 years of experience with children. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was in eighth grade. I worked for College Nannies, Tutors, & Sitters during college, which is a company focused on helping families find people to help watch their children. There were multiple families I would...
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Jessica R.

McHenry, IL

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
My name is Jessica, I am looking for babysitting/nanny in the mornings. I have always worked with children, I have experience with all ages. I worked in a daycare for a year and loved working with the children. I love outdoors, doing crafts and playing games with the kids! Please let me know if I would be a good fit for what you...
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Jessica D.

Fun Experienced Teacher/sitter

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have been an elementary teacher and youth softball coach for 4 years. I have 12+ years of experience babysitting, from occasional date nights, to full-time summer nanny. I have babysat for families ranging from one child to 5 children, ages 5 months to 13 years old.
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Jessica V.

McHenry, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Jessica. I am 25-years-old. I currently work as a caregiver for the elderly. In my past I have been a kindergarten teacher and I have also nannied. The ages I nannied for were of kids of the ages from 2-4. I was also a teacher for a vacation bible school the last couple summers, I taught kids from the age 3-8....
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  • 60 nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.27/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated nannies is 4.8

Recent nanny reviews from local parents in McHenry, IL

Nannies in McHenry, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 60 listed nannies

Karen R.

I would highly recommend Karen as a nanny. She cared for our twin boys from the time they were 3 months old until they were 27 months old....

- Care member

Kailyn K.

Kailyn is one of the most caring and empathetic people I know. She is kind and listens so well. I would feel so safe leaving our 11 month...

- Mikka J.

Sarah R.

We booked Sarah for our oldest child’s PIR (Navy Bootcamp Graduation). Although, we ended up getting an extra ticket and not needing her...

- Care member

FAQs for finding nannies in McHenry, IL

The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in McHenry, IL is as of is $19.27 per hour as of November, 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 30 in McHenry, 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 McHenry 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 McHenry, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.

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