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Alexandra B.

Compassionate Nanny

Wheeling, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hello! My name is Alexandra. My husband and I relocated to Etowah from Denver, CO in May of 2022. I have spent many years working in child care. I started in middle school babysitting in my neighborhood. As a young adult I worked in daycare and taught preschool. This led to me working as a nanny for many years. I have worked...
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Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am an experienced nanny, early childhood educator, nanny house manager and newborn care specialist. I've dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background extends beyond working in private homes of families and includes 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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Full Time Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
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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Theraputic Nanny

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses. As a public school teacher of many...

Ann D. says "Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time...

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Loving Nanny

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, I'm Tina I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 10 years, including 1 year with special needs child , 2 years taking care of 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , and newborn baby twins (premature) for an year. Currently I am a nanny of another pre beautiful twins (just turned 2 ) and after...

Care Member says "Klimentina was fantastic! Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text,...

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Professional Nanny And Babysitter

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Currently, I am a PE and Health Teacher, and I love it! I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood go to Babysitter and Pied Piper for family and neighbors. My experience is as a Nanny, Babysitter, Certified Elementary and Physical Education and Health Teacher, Language Arts Teacher,...
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Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
In my history of being a nanny and a Special Education Teacher Assistant, I have always treated the children in my care as an extension of my own family. I worked as a full time nanny from 2012 to 2020 for several families. In that time period, there was a brief pause to nannying while I cared for my elderly mother in my home...

Erica F. says "We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well."

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Part Time Summer Nanny :)

Mount Prospect, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Sienna and I am an incoming freshman in college at ISU as a nursing major! I am currently working as a nursing assistant at a pediatric office and am looking for some extra work a couple days a week this summer! I have experience as a lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certified, and spent a year as a camp counselor at...
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Part Time Nanny/ Babysitter

Rolling Meadows, IL

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I am a student at National Louis University in Wheeling, majoring in Early Childhood Education, and minoring in Special Education. I have had babysitting experience since I was 11 years old, always watching over my younger cousins. I started actual babysitting work for clients when I was in middle school; babysitting children in...
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Full-time Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am experienced bilingual caregiver who is reliable, patient, kind , and very well organized. I have experience with twins and can easily handle 3-4 kids at the same time. I have also experience with special needs kids. I am CPR and first aid certified, and I a state licensed EMR. I have degree in nursing and psychology. I do...
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Career Nanny Seeking Full Time Position With Awesome Kiddos!

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a former preschool teacher assistant , current nanny and mother of a beautiful 10-year-old girl. I have over 10 years of experience and absolutely adore children. I'm comfortable with newborn-high school ages. I'm experienced in children with special needs. CPR/first aid certified! A little about me, I love reading,...
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Paraprofessional Looking For A Nanny Job.

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I have worked for the last year as a paraprofessional at a therapeutic day school. I have worked with ages 5-22 both those with autism and other disabilities. As well as those who are in wheelchairs. I am open to helping with all hygiene related things and love to see the children I work with grow and have fun! I would...
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Inspiring Growth And Joy: Nanny Specializing In Special Needs Care

Winnetka, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm seeking a full-time summer nanny position with availability from mid-May to mid-August. I am currently pursuing a Master's in Social Work at UIC, specializing in mental health with a focus on adolescents. During the school year, I work as a Community Support Specialist Intern at a community mental health agency. In...
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Babysitter, Nanny, And Tutor

Glenview, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent this past academic year working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
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Positive, Motivated And Fun Nanny

Arlington Heights, IL

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$24/hr
6 years experience
Hello my name is Paulina I am looking for a full time position as a long term nanny. I am fully vaccinated/booster, CPR certified and non-smoker. I am also okay with pets. I have one dog myself (medium size) which I adore. I graduated from Roosevelt University and earn a bachelor's degree in psychology (Children's...
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Live In/Live Out Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

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$19/hr
11 years experience
My name is Bri and I'am empathetic, responsible, dependable, fun, and trustworthy childcare giver! I have 12 years of child care experience, and I'am available for a full position! I adore children and working with them because their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around! I am the eldest of seven...
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Full Time Nanny - Specializing In Special Needs

Winnetka, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I'm seeking a full-time summer nanny position with availability from mid-May to mid-August. I am currently pursuing a Master's in Social Work at UIC, specializing in mental health with a focus on adolescents. During the school year, I work as a Community Support Specialist Intern at a community mental health agency. In...
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Bilingual Nanny Certified CPR And First Aid Training

Highland Park, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm seeking the opportunity to work with a family to help manage the needs of their children while offering a warm and welcoming environment for them to learn and grow. My experience comes from babysitting for friends, and family. I'm the oldest sibling and that alone comes with many responsibilities. From changing...
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Babysitter, Nanny, And Tutor

Glenview, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent this past academic year working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
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Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Payten. I'm an experienced nanny and household manager looking for a full-time, long-term position where I can support your family by providing nurturing childcare while keeping your household running smoothly. Over the past six years, I've cared for children ranging in age from infants to teenagers, including...
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  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of October 2025

Recent special needs nanny reviews from local parents in Wheeling, IL

Special Needs Nannies in Wheeling, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs nannies

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.

Jill K.

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...

- Margaret D.

Lauren G.

Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it...

- Ann D.

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