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Alexis T.

Experienced, Hardworking, Dedicated, Responsible, Loyal And Honest Worker

Chicago, IL

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I began baby sitting/nanny about 15years ago. I was a nanny for a 11 month and transport 4-year-old brother to school and home. During the job I would provide different types of activities such as reading, building puzzles, play board games, arts & craft, learning activities.. etc) As for infants, I enjoy caring and providing...

Caroline H. says "We hired Alexis as a Nanny for our two kids from Oct 2018 - July 2019, she looked after our sons from when the youngest was 3months and the oldest was...

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Erin M.

Kindergarten Teacher

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
As a dedicated Kindergarten teacher with over a decade of nanny experience, I am seeking a summer nanny position where I can provide a fun, engaging, and enriching environment for children. My passion for early childhood development, combined with my expertise in creating educational and play-based activities, ensures that...

Care Member says "Erin stayed overnights at our house to pet sit for our large dog and our two medicated cats. She was very responsive and loving with the boys and we...

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Colleen M.

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Available For Full-time Summer Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Colleen and I am a current Chicago resident with over 18 years of childcare experience. I have both babysitting and nannying experience with multiple children ranging from newborns to 15 years of age. I am friendly, organized, creative, and energetic. I love sports, arts and crafts, and enjoy playing music and...

Melissa W. says "We absolutely LOVE Colleen!! Colleen has been working pretty much every weekday for us for several hours for a year+. She would pick up my daughter (9)...

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Stephanie I.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Stephanie and I would love to help out your family! Previously I nannied for a family in Uptown for three and a half years, but they moved at the end of last year and I have been working temporary nanny jobs since then. I have over 15 years of childcare behind me. I babysat on my own for several years growing...

Care Member says "Stephanie worked with our family for over three years. The bond she built with our kiddo was incredible. She started with us when he was around 5 months...

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Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...

Care Member says "Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6...

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Livia R.

Fun Nanny That Loves Children!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am pro active, funny nanny. I love cooking and baking with the kids. I have helped my mom take care of my little sister since she was born. I worked at Kumon as a teacher in 2016 teaching English and Portuguese for kids of the age 3 through 16. After that I became an Au Pair for two kids of the age 4 and 7. I was an Au Pair...

Teresa R. says "Lívia is extremely reliable and responsible. Not once she left me waiting or canceled last minute. She is very considerate of my family needs and...

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Magdalena D.

Full-Time Nanny

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have excellent references! I have worked with children of all ages, even newborns. I have had 17 years of nanny experience, and over 20 years of babysitting experience. I am responsible, energetic, understanding, flexible, hardworking, fun, creative and organized. I have always cared for children all my life. I just love...

Carolyn O. says "I highly recommend Magdalena (Megie) D. as a nanny. She has been caring for our 5-year-old twins (a boy and a girl) for 3 years (August, 2008-August,...

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Sarah C.

Experienced Nanny Available During The Week And Weekends.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi my name Is Sarah. I'm CPR certified and have completed class courses over the years for early childhood education. I have such a passion for working with children and always will! Being able to grow and build a bond with the kiddos and as well as the parents for over the past 5 years. I like to keep them occupied at all times...

Shana R. says "Had Sarah as a full time nanny before she relocated cities. Just wonderful, took care of our infant daughter until 1 yo and did an amazing job. Really...

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Lidia M.

A Bilingual Nanny Your Children Will Receive With Joy Everyday

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Loving nanny with a strong record of providing high quality care for children aged 6 months to 7 years. Great building relationships skills, punctual, responsible, honest and bilingual (English and Spanish). Here general duties and responsibilities I proudly have provided and I am ready to do: Infant care and hygiene...

Yolanda M. says "Lydia is first of all an amazing person, always willing to help. Her role as a nanny is taken with so much love and patience towards the children."

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Amanda C.

Full-Time Nanny/Assistant/House Manager

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My experience ranges from infants to school aged children. I am open to being in a number of positions including nanny, house manager, and personal assistant. In addition to having held these positions I was also a live-in nanny for 3 years. I enjoy being in a role where I wear multiple hats and do everything I can to help a...

Sara V. says "Amanda babysat my 2 year old daughter when her daycare classroom was closed for a week. She was absolutely wonderful! She engaged my daughter in...

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Blanca B.

Harwood Heights, IL

3.8(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Blanca and I have been a nanny since 2017. I have worked for several families over the years, mostly from one recommendation to the next. I enjoy reading and writing. Though my circumstances did not allow me to continue studying through college, I graduated high school with honors and several college credits...

Care Member says "Blanca seems perfectly capable and able of being a good Nanny, we had a great interview with her and she seems like a lovely lady. We unfortunately...

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Caitlin A.

Nanny Or Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have babysat for kids of all ages for 8 years now, and nannied for a family with 2 children last summer. I have experience with babysitting children, the oldest being 15 and the youngest 4 months old. I am very comfortable driving kids to and from school, camp, and other activities. I love to help children with their school...

Elise M. says "Caitlin was an absolute gem! I have 3 kids and she was able to keep them all entertained and organized activities for all of them play together. I never...

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Karina S.

Responsible, Personable And Caring Nanny Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I love teaching children about the importance of food and how healthy food can be yummy. I incorporate crafts and food to make snack time an amazing learning experience.

Noshaba B. says "Karina is amazing! She is currently working with us on an as needed basis as a mother's helper and caring for our 15 month old. She is dependable and has...

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Anna M.

Anna M.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Anna, and I am an ICU nurse in downtown Chicago looking for a family who is looking for a date night / occasional babysitter! I have been babysitting and nannying since I was about 12, and have worked with kids of all ages ranging from newborns to 17-year-olds. I am CPR certified, specialize in critical...

Care Member says "Anna was great with our little 7-month old! Definitely recommend!"

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Larissa R.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Larissa I am a full time flight attendant looking for part time babysitting jobs. I worked as a nanny for 4 years prior to being a flight attendant. I have medical training for all ages. Looking forward to connecting with you

Carine F. says "Larissa is adorable! If you are looking for a trustful nanny she is the right one!"

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Veronica O.

Chicago, IL

4.6(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Full-time nanny. Cared for newborn twins 2 weeks old. Maintained open communication with parents through a detailed notebook with the days activities, meals, naps, discipline, accomplishments, etc. I have been a nanny for over 27 years, and I absolutely love working with children! A nanny is so important to the intellectual,...

Charlie G. says " Veronica worked for us from June 2009 through September 2014. She was hired to take care of our one month old son. She did a fantastic job and our...

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Christina N.

Personal Assistant/Child Care/Professional Organizer

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting and nannying for over 10 years. I have an immense amount of experience working for people as their personal assistant, including two CEOs. I can cook, clean, run errands, schedule, organize, tutor and more! I am a recent graduate from the University of Warsaw with a Masters and previously a Bachelor of...

Care Member says "Teenie is sweet and considerate with my daughter as well as punctual and professional. Would definitely recommend her to anyone!" to teenie bailed...

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Alexandra R.

Chicago, IL

4.0(1)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Alexandra I have taken care of kids from New Borns up to Pre Teens, some of my favorite activities I like doing with kids are; Arts and crafts, I love reading to them, helping them with their homework, depending on the age of the child I enjoy baking with them, I love taking the kids to the park, and having...

Sarah T. says "We had Alexandra watch our girls for two days. Our 3 year old can be pretty shy with new people but she loved playing with Alexandra and got on so well...

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Mary M.

Full-Time Nanny With Teaching Experience

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, Mary Grace and I'm a nanny in the Chicago area! I have experience in child development and special needs care. Currently I am looking for 25-45 a week, and go start in mid August or beginning of September!

Care Member says "There are few people in the world like Mary Grace. She is kind, empathetic, open, honest, and so many other things. Her presence in my sons’ lives over...

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May D.

Nanny/Babysitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I got married 10 years ago. I'm a mom of 4 kids. 17-year-old, 9, 8 and 5-year-old. I attended College, I was studying to be an elementary school teacher. I completed one year of college. My passion in life is children. I am comfortable working with children of all ages. I have experience from previous babysitting jobs, as well...

Suha Z. says "Great personality ,my kids love her ,Very responsible"

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  • 60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.88/hr as of June 2025

Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in River Forest, IL

Newborn Nannies in River Forest, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies

Alexis T.

We hired Alexis as a Nanny for our two kids from Oct 2018 - July 2019, she looked after our sons from when the youngest was 3months and the...

- Caroline H.

Erin M.

Erin stayed overnights at our house to pet sit for our large dog and our two medicated cats. She was very responsive and loving with the...

- Care member

Colleen M.

We absolutely LOVE Colleen!! Colleen has been working pretty much every weekday for us for several hours for a year+. She would pick up my...

- Melissa W.

FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in River Forest, IL

So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in River Forest, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $18.88 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.

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