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60 nannies are listed in Prospect Heights, IL
The average rate is $22/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 8 years
Nannies in Prospect Heights, IL
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a career nanny with availability in my schedule. I have a masters degree in counseling, years of experience as a nanny, and I am a mother myself. I am passionate about taking care of kids and understand developmentally how important these early years are. I take a gentle parenting approach and am all about the...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Molly worked with my family and became part of our family very quickly. She is dependable, honest, punctual, trustworthy, engaging, helpful, fun, a great communicator and an all around sweet person. She is the perfect balance of a care giver and a play mate for the...
Halley M.
Aisling O.
Prospect Heights, IL
$18-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Aisling and I am a recent Illinois State University graduate with a degree in Human Development and Family Science with a minor in Children's Studies. I love working with children, I have nannied for about seven years. I am looking forward to pursuing my future in helping children grow!
Aisling can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Rawan, but go by "Ro". I am an enthusiastic, self-motivated, reliable, responsible and hard working person. I specialize in organizing, errand runner, event planning and also babysitting!
Rawan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She asked me to review but all I did was chat with her on the phone. "
Caryn S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! Allow me to introduce myself: My name is Morgan and I've been caring for children ever since I was a teenager! I was a Babysitter in my early teens, caring for an age range from infancy to up to 12 years. When I was 16 I became primary caretaker for my youngest sibling, who is 12 years my junior, from 2-7 years of...
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Morgan was personable, communicative and willing. My son woke up this morning saying-when's Morgan coming back?! Great endorsement and will definitely use again."
Claire P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Hannah! I am currently a senior at University of Illinois at Chicago majoring in both early childhood education and elementary education. I have babysat for 6 years and nannied for 2! Also, I have 2 years of experience with tutoring students. I have my own car, so I am willing to run errands or drive kids around for...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah is very hands on when needed. She is very patient and takes the time to help others. Extremely reliable on difficult task, often goes above and beyond on her work."
Aidan C.
Anna T.
Lake Zurich, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Are you looking for a dependable, caring nanny who is an extension of mom while you're away and will treat your baby with love? Look no further. I've been a nanny for the past 16 years (over 13 with the same family). Apart from extensive experience, my background is in education including psychology. I believe children learn...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Very loyal and relationship oriented. Super professional. Show her appreciation and she will return it tenfold. Good soul, best mom I know, best nanny ever. One of the few people I would trust with my own children.
I know Anna for over 20 years and she was the...
Patricia P.
3.7
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Edyta, I am an experienced, reliable, and caring nanny with several years of experience and excellent references. I am bilingual English/Polish. I can take care of your children at your home. I have a safe and reliable car if needed, to take your children to activities. I am looking for a full-time position. My...
5.0
"Great person inside and out she worked for me for 5 years. Never been late and always on time very responsible lady. My kids are older now so I didn't need her care no more. 5 stars."
Donna F.
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Alpha. I love babies and toddlers. I have a 14-year-old daughter that I home schooled for 12 years. I am very orderly, clean and dependable. Your precious gifts will be safe with me. :-)
5.0
"Alpha was just amazing! She was always on time and courteous and kind to my young kids. She is meticulous at cleaning and is such a hard worker! She always has a smile - for me that was so important, going over an beyond her care for me and my family. I will be...
Modupe C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hey parents! My name is Aleah. I am on the hunt for an amazing nanny family! I have my degree in Early Childhood.
I am a fun, loving, energetic, and silly gal. have been working with kids of all ages (from newborn-12) since I was 13 years old. I have found it to be my passion! It brings me so much joy. I have my own...
Aleah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Our two boys, aged 4 and 5, had a great time with Aleah! They look forward to seeing her again, as do Mommy and I... This was our first babysitter outside of extended family, and Aleah did an amazing job making us feel comfortable and secure with her looking...
Steven L.
5.0
(1)
I worked all my college years as a nanny during the day and went to college in the evening.
My nanny experience was with new born, toddlers and teenagers during all my 6 years of college. I continued taking care of the kids, tutoring them, driving them for activities, Dr apt. I also did grocery shopping, cooking and kids...
Amina can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Amina has been with our family since June 2023 when I returned to work and we needed care for our 4mo old daughter. I am so thankful that we found Amina. Both my husband and I work from home and we have two dogs. Amina has come in and integrated herself in very...
Laura B.
5.0
(30)
Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of experience, as my own three kids are young adults now.
I love to take care of kids, especially younger ones. Mostly because it is so easy to avoid screen time, We spend time outside, playing with a ball, going to the park or do the some activities at home such as crafts, doing puzzles, reading,...
Joanna can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Joanna was nothing short of wonderful with our two kids. She watched both of them (4.5yrs and 2yrs) for a couple of date nights as well as watched our 2yr old one day while the rest of us skied. She brought books, puzzles, play-doh, and other activities that kept...
Katy F.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working as a nanny for over 10 years and have 20+ years of babysitting experience for families of up to 5 children, ages birth to 12. I have my own transportation, am a non smoker, and comfortable with pets. I also am able to do light housework, laundry, cooking, and errand running. I love spending time with kids and...
Cassandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cassie has a true passion to work with babies and kids. What I respect most about Cassie is that she is a natural at handling challenging situations in a calm manner. She is engaging, patient, and my girls adore her sweet personality. They are always asking when...
Robin H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kaitlyn, Kate for short and I am looking for a full time nannying position! I am also living in Westmont IL now. I became a mom July 20th 2019, and am due again in August! I have baby sat my friends two boys (2 and 9) from the time that the 2-year-old was 6 months old. I have watched three boys ages 2, 5 and 7...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlyn has babysat my 4 children for a couple months while my husband was away for military duty and I had to go to work! She was excellent and my children loved her! We still keep in touch and if I need a babysitter again I will definitely call her!"
Katie B.
Lorena H.
Wheeling, IL
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lorena was early and offered to assist with additional tasks. My son enjoyed her company as well. Will hire again!"
Shannon N.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family.
About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...
Jill can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hardworking loving and caring. What more could you ask for :)"
Alex K.
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Justyna. I have 22 years of experience as a nanny and teacher.
I truly enjoy being outdoors with the kids. In case of a bad weather, we'll get creative and curious! I will read a lot of books to your little ones and prioritize sensory playtime. With your pre and school age kiddos I would play board games,...
Justyna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I know Justyna for 25 years and saw her raising 4 wonderful children of her own. She is the most caring and dependable person. Always looking out for her family. Justyna’s ethics and integrity are very high and commendable. You will be lucky to have her caring for...
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've worked with the same family from 16 years now. I've been caring for a girl (16) and a boy (15) since they were only few weeks old. I've seen them growing and becoming more and more independent, which always has been an enormous joy for me. I was teaching them numbers and letters, we were drawing, singing, dancing and...
Beata can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Warm personality, responsible, experienced. "
Margaret K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone, I am Jelena and I am a sitter that just not only been nannying for over seven years but has great experience with many infants through teenage years. I am very trustworthy and responsible. I also do house chores, cleaning and cooking. With the many years of nannying I have learned so much from kids and learned...
Jelena can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had another nanny back out last minute when I had temporary training for work and Jelena was kind enough to step in and take care of my two toddler boys. She was on time, communicative, patient and gentle with the kids and we came home to a clean house with art...
Kendel C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have an extensive background with infants to teenagers. I worked at Lake Forest Park District for 9 years plus. During that time, I took care of different families and a few of them are like my family now after 11 years for working for them. I have a Bachelors degree from Valparaiso University and CPR/AED certified. I...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie is wonderful with children… Caring, energetic, very attentive, and fun. She is very dependable, always on time and both are children adore her."
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Jade D.
Palatine, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm 25 years old. My passion for children is undeniable as I've been babysitting for 12 years; children between the ages of 3 months - 12 years old and was a full time nanny for 3 years. I currently work full time Monday-Friday until 2:30 p.m. so I'm primarily available on weekends. Cooking/cleaning is no problem for me.
Jade can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jade has been a great babysitter from the first day she worked for us. 3 years later we are just as pleased with her! Aside from being reliable and responsible, she is great at keeping the kids engaged for the whole evening. She doesn't just throw in a DVD for...
Pete P.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Prospect Heights, IL
Molly M.
5.0
I can not say enough positive things about Molly! She watches my 2 year old and 4 year old girls and our family absolutely loved her from day one! Molly has a very calm and soothing demeanor about her warm energy is contagious in the household. Every time she comes she brings a game or an activity...
- Blair S.
Rawan A.
5.0
She asked me to review but all I did was chat with her on the phone.
- Caryn S.
Morgan C.
5.0
Morgan is warm, enthusiastic, professional, responsive, and clearly loves children. I feel very comfortable leaving my 3-month-old with her, and every time I come home, the baby is smiling and laughing with her. She's also great at getting her to take naps!
- Eviana H.
Hannah K.
5.0
Hannah is a lovely girl who will make you and your children feels safe and cared for. I would suggest hiring her for future sitting jobs. She is CPR certified, hardworking, and will make you feel comfortable leaving your children with her. Highly recommend!
- Elise M.
Anna T.
5.0
Anna is not just helped me with my newborn when I was helpless and scared as a new mother, she also is my forever mental and friend on my motherhood journey, she guided me and she is keep guiding me how to be a better mother! If I will ever have another child, Anna will be the only one I wanted to...
- Gia R.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Prospect Heights, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Prospect Heights, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Prospect Heights, IL is as of is $22.00 per hour as of April, 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 Prospect Heights, IL?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Prospect Heights, IL?
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