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Alpha W.

Dependable Nanny

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
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. :-)

Modupe C. says "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...

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Michelle R.

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am an experienced postpartum doula, newborn care specialist, nanny and early childhood educator. I have dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background includes working in the private homes of families as well as teaching and leadership roles in quality early childhood...

Jacki R. says "Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job descriptions and...

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Sylvia M.

Experienced And Caring Nanny

Niles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Sylvia, I have over 15 years of experience caring for children from newborns to 13 years old. I have worked for many families for long periods of time and have loved developing strong relationships with them. Ive been at my current job for over a year now and work with a sweet 1-year-old. This job is three days a...

Caroline W. says "Sylvia is a very caring and trustworthy person. She has a great deal of experience which feels comforting. She has insight on how to handle certain...

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Ellen S.

Experienced Full-time Nanny/House Manager Available

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Ellen and I am 25 years old. I started babysitting at 14, and then throughout high school worked for a family with 1 boy and 1 girl (ages 5 & 8). While in college, I worked for a family during the summers as their family grew. I started when their oldest was 6 months (now 6), with their other two children now 4...

Lia D. says "Ellen was a nanny for my two kids (1 and 4 when she started) for a year and a half, and we all miss her very much. She also used our car regularly to drive...

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Erin O.

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver Available

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Erin and I currently work as a TA for North Shore School District 112. I just recently got my Bachelor's Degree in Sociology at Bradley University in May 2017. I have worked off an on with children for years and love every second of it! I have held nanny positions, worked in a daycare, and babysat on occasion for...

Susan R. says "Erin is dependable, trustworthy and caring. She is great with all ages. She takes direction easily and responds positively to feedback. I highly recommend...

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Kelly B.

Seeking Full Time Nanny Position

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been caring for children for 20 years. It is very important to me to love what I do every day and I have been very lucky to do so. I have worked as a teacher's aid at three different schools caring for infants - second grade, including special ed. kindergarten. I have been a babysitter and nanny to 10 different families...

Laura H. says "Kelly is a phenomenal nanny. All the things you look for in a nanny, you'll find in Kelly. She's professional, punctual, caring, dedicated, and above all...

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Jill K.

Full Time Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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...

Margaret D. says "Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two...

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Tylecia B.

Glenview, IL

4.3(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I've been working with kids in some capacity for my entire life. I started by working in the Children's Church in my hometown, began babysitting the community kids, became a full-time nanny while finishing my degrees, and have 3 years in schools with my Special Education and Elementary degrees. In my spare time, I like to...

Care Member says "She was great with my daughter! Really responsive to messages. I will absolutely hire her again. "

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Marina P.

Nanny Or Caregiver

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I cared for my nephew and niece and as a job I cared for a baby in Italy. I was working as a teacher of English and Italian in elementary schools and at foreign language courses. I worked as a tutor for a long time. My students have shown great success. I'm tutoring ESL (English as second language), Italian, French,...

Terese M. says "Marina is great with our preschool students. She has a great attitude and work ethic, is always on time, and is so friendly. She is a gem!"

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Cali S.

Date-Night Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! Im Cali, and I have nannied a long time and also have babes of my own (2. 5 and 1). I am currently in Des Plaines and have a lovely home where I am happy to nanny and give the same attention to your children as mine with the goal of providing a fun environment as they become friends! We have a childrens museum membership, a...

Lauren S. says "Cali is so amazing that my daughter now asks me to go out so she can play with her...it's really cute! :) Cali is dependable, trustworthy, and is...

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Nikki G.

Nikki -

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Nikki! I have been officially nannying for over three years but have been babysitting on and off for my whole life. I love spending time with children and I think that creating bonds with families and wonderful childhood memories are so special important! I'm also a huge animal lover and very comfortable with pets, I've...

Abby C. says "Our 3 and 5 year old really enjoy Nikki! She is super sweet and always smiling! Look forward to future babysitting needs by her. :]"

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Amina F.

Sun-shine

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Laura B. says "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....

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Alexandra K.

Experienced Nanny and Babysitter

Palatine, IL

4.6(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Elementary School Teacher originally from Moscow, Russia. 30 years ago I moved to the USA, and began working as a Teacher in Early Child Care Facilities. I also have experience as a Nanny and as a Babysitter with references on file. I speak English and Russian. I enjoy educate children through playing...

Care Member says "Sasha responded quickly and communicated consistently ahead of the day. The kids liked her right away, and she kept them active all day. Highly...

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Asma A.

Full-Time Nanny Available

Northbrook, IL

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Asma and I have had over 20 years of experience. I worked at a school for 8 years and have been a nanny now for over 15 years. I love children and enjoy having them experience amazing opportunities. Anyone who works with children knows the joy of helping kids to find themselves, the pride in being a part of the...

Frances C. says "Responded to my inquiry in a timely fashion. Has accepted a position and no longer available. Hopefully this saves those searching for care some time...

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Megan P.

21 Years Old, Palatine,IL,Elementary Education Major

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi Families! I am an Education Major at Mizzou and will be a senior in the fall. I can start immediately - days, nights, weekends, and with little notice. I have a reliable, safe SUV to drive your children. I enjoy kids of all ages and abilities. I bring several years of experience being a nanny to a family with special needs....

Chris D. says "Great with children, very polite"

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Kristie W.

Nanny

Elk Grove Village, IL

4.1(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
I come to you with over 30 years of experience caring for newborns, toddlers and young children. Worked for eight different families. Experience with multiples and of different ages. I worked in a child care center for 16 years in the infant room (6 weeks to 15 months) and with per school age 3-5 years, too. I am certified in...

Kate G. says "Kristie watched our son from 3 months - 8 months old. She was attentive, caring, and dependable. She was very flexible, and was willing to help when one...

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Vanessa C.

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been working as a sitter/nanny since 2018 and am currently seeking a position as a sitter/nanny during the early morning/afternoon hours. I have availability between 5 a.m. -2 p.m. Thanks! Over the years, I have held positions working with both preschool and school-age children as a babysitter, a nanny, a tutor in...

Courtney J. says "I hired Vanessa as my 1 year old daughter's babysitter. She is punctual, mature, responsible, kind and caring. She is also a great listener. She...

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Ella V.

Glencoe, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Ella. Looking for a position as a nanny. I was a full-time nanny and a part-time babysitter for 15 years. I love to read, play games, go on all kinds of outings with the children, and help with homework and more. I am a very caring, warm, and fun-loving child care provider and have a wide range of child care...

Care Member says "Ella is great with children and babies. She is very helpful and a kind person. She is experienced from bathing, feeding, changing diapers, doing...

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Maddie M.

Social And Hardworking

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Maddie, I'm 24 years old, and I live in Lake View East. I have years of experience in childcare and education, and I would love the opportunity to work with your family this summer. I am a previous special education teacher, and I am currently pursuing my Master's in Social Work at Loyola University. I bring...

Corie M. says "Maddie was great with my son who has Autism."

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Dana R.

Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a 34-year-old college graduate from Columbia College Chicago. I graduated in 2013 with a Fashion Business degree. I used to nanny full time (and I still babysit occasionally) but for the last 3 years I've been helping families who need another hand! I can help with laundry, errands, running the dishwasher. And I also help...

Michelle L. says "Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made...

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  • 60 nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated nannies is 4.6

Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Wheeling, IL

Nannies in Wheeling, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed nannies

Alpha W.

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...

- Modupe C.

Michelle R.

Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job...

- Jacki R.

Sylvia M.

Sylvia is a very caring and trustworthy person. She has a great deal of experience which feels comforting. She has insight on how to handle...

- Caroline W.

Common questions about hiring a nanny in Wheeling, IL

The average hourly rate for nannies on Care.com in Wheeling, IL is around $21.60 as of October, 2026. Actual costs can vary based on your location, the nanny’s experience, and the number of children who need care. Families who need specialized help, such as infant care, overnight support, or light housekeeping, may pay higher rates. For a detailed breakdown of average nanny pay and what factors affect pricing, visit our guide to nanny costs or explore the Care.com Cost Calculator for more information on the cost of nannies in Wheeling, IL.
There are a few good ways to find a trusted nanny in Wheeling, IL. Many families start by asking friends, relatives, or neighbors for recommendations. You can also post in local parenting groups or community boards to find caregivers who come with personal referrals. Online platforms like Care.com make it easy to connect with qualified nannies near you. There are currently 20 nannies in Wheeling, IL on Care.com. You can filter by experience, hourly rate, and availability, then review profiles and read feedback from other local families. For more tips and ideas on finding the right fit, see our guide on how to find a nanny.
Families in Wheeling, can find many different types of nanny services to match their schedules and needs. Options include full-time and part-time nannies, live-in nannies, bilingual nannies, and those with experience caring for infants, toddlers, or multiple children. Some families hire night nannies to help with overnight routines, while others look for caregivers who can assist with homework, school pickups, or after-school care. Many nannies also provide light household help, like meal prep or tidying up after the kids, offering families extra support day to day.
When interviewing a nanny in Wheeling, it’s helpful to ask questions that give you a sense of their experience, approach to childcare, and daily routines. You might ask about their past roles, preferred age groups, comfort with activities like meal prep or transportation, and how they handle discipline or emergencies. It’s also a good idea to discuss scheduling, communication style, and expectations around household duties. Parents often prepare a a nanny interview checklist to make sure important topics like scheduling, communication, and responsibilities are covered.
When choosing a nanny in Wheeling, IL, consider both experience and personality fit. Look for someone with strong references, a proven track record in childcare, and certifications like CPR or first aid. It’s also important to find a nanny who communicates clearly and aligns with your family’s values, routines, and expectations. Many families on Care.com take additional steps such as setting up trial days, and discussing responsibilities in detail to make sure they find a reliable and trustworthy match.
Yes, many nannies in Wheeling, IL offer flexible schedules to fit different family routines. You can find part-time nannies who provide care a few days a week, after-school help, or morning coverage. Families who need extra support can also find weekend nannies for occasional or regular care on Saturdays and Sundays. Care.com makes it easy to filter by availability, schedule, and experience so you can find a nanny whose hours align with your needs.

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