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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Samantha A.

McHenry, IL

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$25/hr
14 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing children's growth and development. With over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages, I have honed my skills in creating a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children effortlessly and...
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Sandi W.

Full Time Caregiver Provider Available.

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi my name is Sandi, I've been in the Early Childhood Education field for over 30 years. It is what I studied in college and still love it to this day. I am CPR and First Aid certified, as well as having many added certificates in my field. I have three grown children of my own and two amazing grandsons! I treat all children in...
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Dianne H.

Fun And Loving Grandma :)

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
I've always been a fun-loving grandma to my grandchildren. I've always loved children and I volunteered at duker school for 7 years and I've also been a Nanny for the last three and a half years with just a single family. I love children and I love one-on-one time with children. I love to spoil children because of course I'm a...
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Melina I.

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Melina and I am 27-years-old. I'm currently a nanny for an awesome family but I am going back to school so I'm in need of a different schedule. I'm currently looking for part time! I have been nannying and babysitting since I was 18 years old, I Au paired in Spain for 2 years, and have experience with multiple...
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Farrah C.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

McHenry, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I love working with children, watching them grow and learn new qualities about them. I have many years of experience with kids. I started off with working two years in my high school child care program ages varied from 3-6-year-old. I had a lot of fun with them it was nice watching them learn new things. I have nannied a lot of...
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Shannon J.

I Love Every Moment Of My Jobs

McHenry, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello Everyone! Thank you for stopping in to take a look. :) I absolutely love the career I have chosen. Working with children is my passion. I am a mom of incredible 3 yr old & 5 wk old boys and I am the bonus mom of a 16 & 10 yr old girls. I would love to care for your children as much as I do my own and build a strong...
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Esperanza C.

My Experience With Children

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I've been a nanny for 20 years working with newborns, toddlers, and teens. I also have experience with newborn triplets and newborn twins. Great recommendations lettes.

Care Member says "Pery is absolutely amazing! Pery was able to jump in last minute when I needed help for the holidays. I am having her come weekly now and she is a...

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Donyel H.

Nanny Who Teaches With Educational Play!

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Learning and Playing with children has blessed me with the most wonderful memories of all! Teaching a child to express themselves and communicate through music and sign language (ASL) and watching their frustrations ease, are some of the reasons I became a Nanny. I am a loving Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of...

Maria G. says "Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had! She's...

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Kaija O.

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
With over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages (from newborns to preteens), I bring a deep passion for nurturing and guiding their growth. As a current nursing student attending evening classes and a CPR-certified caregiver, I prioritize safety while fostering an environment where children can thrive. I have my...

Jamie A. says "My family loves Kaija! She watched my twin boys from the time they were eight months old until two and a half. She was always on time, completely reliable,...

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Kim M.

Nanny/babysitter

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a mom with adult children 5 grandchildren, 2010 to 2011. I was taking care of 2 children in Bartlett Illinois, Monday through Friday full-time. I was in charge of lunch and dinner light housekeeping and laundry. Just like being at home. I enjoy taking care of people loved one's whether they are children there pets I mostly...

Kristy E. says "I had Kim come over for an interview and trial run for a nanny position, and she was absolutely wonderful with my four-month old son. He was actually a...

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Bonnie R.

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello. I am a career nanny with over 20 years experience. I went to Harper College for Early Childhood Development and I am also Montessori Certified. I have worked in infant daycare centers, a Montessori School, as well as many years nanny experience with children from newborn - 18. I have two successful grown children of my...

Care Member says "My children love Bonnie. She is kind and extremely caring and put us at ease. She would give us updates and send pictures which was a nice way to keep...

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Aleksandra T.

Best Polish Nanny

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have passion for children! I have been a nanny for over 10 years and my current assignment has been for nearly 4 years. I am seeking my next long-term nanny position. I am a very skilled Polish teacher and I have solid communication skills. I am very responsible and flexible to meet the needs of a busy family. I am well...

Don R. says "Aleksandra has been the daily caregiver for our daughter since she was born (she is now 3.5 years) and the impact she has had on our daughter's life and ours...

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Jody O.

Flexible For Full/Part-Time Job

Crystal Lake, IL

4.4(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hell my name is Jody. I am a caring mother of two. My children are grown, but I can still often be found caring for children. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, and have spent many years working with children. I have taught preschool and other classes for children. I can provide a structured routine, and safe...

Dawn T. says "Jody has been great! My kids love her and enjoy their mornings with her. She is dependable, flexible, and fun to have around."

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Danielle K.

Fun, Caring Experienced Occasional/Date-Night Sitter!

Crystal Lake, IL

3.5(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Danielle, I am 25 years old and I have a passion for working with children! Currently, I'm a nanny to two girls in North Barrington, who are 7 and 9 yrs. I have been with this family for almost 8 years. I'm looking for a new full-time position due to the children being back in school and the girls don't need me as...

Emily V. says "Danielle was a big help when I needed a last minute babysitter. She was responsive to messages (and forgiving when I missed a scheduled call!). She was...

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Kate V.

Wauconda, IL

4.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Kate V. is 34 years old and currently living in Franklin Park, IL. Kate has been a nanny in the northwest suburbs of the Chicagoland area for over 10 years, as well as an occasional and weekend babysitter for 18 years. Most of her experience has been with toddler aged children and elementary aged, as young as newborn age and as...

Sara R. says "Kate was very professional and well spoken. She got back to me right away with answers to my questions, and was easy to speak with."

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Khakhanang W.

Loving Experienced Nanny

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, My name is Fern. I am a mother of 4, age 12, 11, 9, and 7. I have been working with kids for over 15 years. I am very flexible, friendly, easy-going and loving mother. I love children and they love me. If you are looking for a fun and responsible nanny to care for your child. That's me! I always find things to do with...

Renee K. says "Fern has worked for me when I needed help last minute and on Saturdays, in addition to other scheduled days. She is very professional, well-mannered, and...

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Kaitie K.

Pet And Child Care

Crystal Lake, IL

4.7(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I am available to start a new position Tues, Thurs and Fridays, starting September 2024 and am looking now! While it's not every day, I promise I am an amazing option for your kids, even if it's part time. I am looking for long or short term. With lots of experience in ages newborn to 17 years old-I have nothing but the...

Rebecca S. says "We interviewed Kaitlyn for a part time nanny position. Although our schedule ended up changing after the interview, we were very pleased and impressed...

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Renata D.

Part Time Nanny Available

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Renata. I live in Round Lake. I have been a nanny for over 17 years now. I work at a Polish school on Saturdays as a teacher- with students from 1st up until 4th grade. In my previous experiences as a nanny, I have worked with families who have had and newborn infant and their older children as well. I have...

Laura P. says "Renata worked for us for a couple years until we no longer needed a nanny due to a retirement and kids starting school. She was extremely reliable, she...

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Rebecca B.

Island Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
9 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi! My name is Becca and I am 23 years old. I am looking for a summer nanny position. I am available June 12 through the beginning of August and I'm very flexible! have my associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I have 3+ years experience working in 2 different childcare centers. As well as 7 years experience babysitting...

Matthew S. says "Becca was great - showed up on time, was great with our kids - will definitely use her again. "

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  • 60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.26/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated newborn nannies is 4.5

Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in McHenry, IL

Newborn Nannies in McHenry, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies

Esperanza C.

Pery is absolutely amazing! Pery was able to jump in last minute when I needed help for the holidays. I am having her come weekly now and...

- Care member

Donyel H.

Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had!...

- Maria G.

Kaija O.

My family loves Kaija! She watched my twin boys from the time they were eight months old until two and a half. She was always on time,...

- Jamie A.

FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in McHenry, IL

So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in McHenry, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $18.26 per hour as of June, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.

There are 27 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in McHenry, IL on Care.com. You can also read 33 for newborn nannies near you.

It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in McHenry, IL. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.

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