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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 boys (3 mo. and 18 mo. at the time). Throughout the approximately 3 1/2 years that she worked for us, she was...
Margaret D.
4.0
(1)
Best regards to all family. My name is Vasi and I'm from Bulgaria. I have been in the USA since 2004 and I'm US citizen. I have a good experience with kids and managing family homes. I'm now 51 years old, responsible and hard working woman. Thank you.
Vasilka can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
4.0
"We met Vasi for an interview and found her to be very sweet, responsible and talented. If things would have been different we would have hired her but because of the circumstances we went for another provider. We will definitely consider her in the future."
Ambreen G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for 17 years. It is very important to me to do what I love everyday 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 9 different families and...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 else, a loving caregiver. In her time with our family, we've seeing such positive changes in our children,...
Laura H.
Maria M.
Wheeling, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm an experienced and enthusiastic nanny who loves childcare. I started out babysitting then made my way into daycares where I worked with infants, toddlers and school age kids. 12 years later and I have built myself up into a professional full time nanny. I love working with children and enjoy taking on any or all...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mari trustworthy kind and dependable. She treated our special needs daughter S. like part of the family. I could not ask for anything more."
Martin B.
5.0
(4)
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Josie is amazing with our kids and they absolutely adore her! Very trustworthy and dependable! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Maria (my nickname is Ela). I just moved to the USA In August, 2014 to be near my Daughter. I have a green card - and I am legal to work in the USA - My Daughter is a United States Citizen, and I will be too in about 2 years. I speak and read English and Polish. I have been a care giver and a nanny for over 20...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria (Ela) has been taking care of our 2 year old daughter a day a week (and for date nights too!) and has been wonderful. I agree with Carianne below - she's kind, caring, calm, helpful and very reliable. My daughter adores her and her willingness to always...
Katherine K.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & 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 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an amazing nanny looking for part-time, possible full-time hours. I am a certified teacher taking a few years off to be with my older children. I have been a nanny part-time/full-time for the past three years for two families. I have over 25 years experience. I cared for a total of six children ranging in age from 2-8 from...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Gives great detail on how the day went and did well with my young toddler who cries pretty hard at goodbyes."
Jessica C.
4.3
(3)
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, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant in Northfield seeking a position caring for children. I have provided childcare for all ages with an emphasis on infants. I love working with young children and keeping them safe and entertained. I am a mature, responsible, and loving person with over 10 years of experience caring for young...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CNA
5.0
"Elizabeth was a wonderful nanny. Our first experience with a nanny and I was initially very nervous to leave my child with someone else. But Elizabeth immediately put me to ease with her obviously sincere demeanor and interactions with my daughter (15 months). She...
Bazigha K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Annabel and I'm a nanny located in Bucktown. I love getting to be a nanny, and my favorite part is the relationships that I've kept with my families. Every child has impacted me in some way, and I adore getting to care for them!
I have experience with all age groups and have also held positions as a travel nanny,...
Annabel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Asma can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Asma is the best of the best and any family would be lucky to work with her! She was our full-time nanny from July 2012 until Nov 2014, when my youngest started school full time, and has continued to babysit for us since then. My kids were 1, 6 & 7 when she...
Laura H.
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: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & 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
(1)
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: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, 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.
5.0
(7)
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
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.
4.0
(3)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Paige was such a joy to work with! She immediately bonded with our daughter and was so loving and caring with her. We hired Paige to watch our daughter for a few months during the pandemic prior to her returning to daycare. She was respectful, kind, and...
Kathryn S.
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a degree in Elementary Education and am certified in Adult & Pediatric 1st Aid & CPR. I have two daughters and have been married for 27 years. I've worked with kids since I was in high school, working at a Children's Home for orphaned kids, a Group Home for children, and babysitting. After college, I was a nanny and then...
Gina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gina was amazing with our two boys. I work odd hours and she was so great accommodating our needs for child care. She made them creative meals and was able to handle nap time; two tasks which can be challenging w toddlers. I would highly recommend her!"
Cori B.
Shahnaz P.
Prospect Heights, IL
$19-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am an EarlyChildhood worker.
And I work for child care center that it is one of the big child care company.
My favorite age are infant and toddler.
I have my own car and I love pets . I am very responsible and on time.
Also I got my covid vaccine too.
Shahnaz can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I have used Shanaz many times to watch my 2 and 3 year old kids. She is always on time and dependable! She structures activities to keep them entertained and she is very patient with them. I will definitely be using her again for future care!"
Liana S.
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Highwood, IL
Jill K.
5.0
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 boys (3 mo. and 18 mo. at the time). Throughout the approximately 3 1/2 years that she worked for us, she was always dependable, always on time, and...
- Margaret D.
Vasilka K.
4.0
We met Vasi for an interview and found her to be very sweet, responsible and talented. If things would have been different we would have hired her but because of the circumstances we went for another provider. We will definitely consider her in the future.
- Ambreen G.
Kelly B.
5.0
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 else, a loving caregiver. In her time with our family, we've seeing such positive changes in our children, with them becoming better behaved as...
- Laura H.
Maria M.
5.0
Maria started working with us when our son was 3 months old and she remained his nanny until recently when he turned 5 years old. Over these 5 years, Maria was always dependable and on time. Maria took our son to various programs (e.g. music, gymnastics), play dates, the library and preschool....
- Tracey C.
Josie E.
5.0
Josie is amazing with our kids and they absolutely adore her! Very trustworthy and dependable!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Highwood, IL
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Highwood, IL?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Highwood, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $21.00 per hour as of May, 2024. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.
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