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60 weekend nannies are listed in Elmwood Park, IL
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 5 years
Weekend nannies in Elmwood Park, IL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a babysitter with 10+ years of experience. I have nannied children from ages 0-11. I currently work in finance after leaving my nannying career and would like to return to evening/weekend babysitting as it makes me extremely happy and fulfilled. I have my own reliable car, love to cook, sing, dance, do crafts, and play...
Melanie can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melanie worked with us on 5 days spread across 2 different weeks, which included holidays, weekends, and during very inclement weather. On each visit, she was punctual and dependable, had great communication, and was excellent to be around. She was also highly...
Brett H.
Leidy H.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full - Time Bilingual Nanny Available To Start In January 2024
5.0
(3)
Hi families! My name is Leidy; I am a bilingual English & Spanish speaker. I am an enthusiastic, energetic, and experienced nanny who loves working with kids of all ages. I'm looking for a full-time nannying position with a family with flexible schedules. I have my own transportation and can drive to any location in the North...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leidy has been caring for our children as either a weekend sitter or part time nanny (or both) over the last 6 years. She is extremely dependable and trustworthy. She sets limits but in a loving and even fun way. She is proactive in setting up play dates, taking...
Care member
Alia S.
Berwyn, IL
$20-39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter & Nanny Seeking Nighttime And Weekend Babysitting Position
5.0
(1)
Previously a 7-12 Social Studies teacher with Masters degree in American History. I currently work as a regionally based Admissions Counselor for a university in another state. My work includes advising Chicagoland high school students through the college admissions process.
I am academically trained in child development (all...
Alia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"I used Alia when I first went back to work. She helped make the process of me going back to work seamless for me and my kids! Truthfully I would hire Alia back any day if she was still where I am! My kids loved having her in our home."
Lindsay L.
Julie M.
Riverside, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Julie and I'm a nanny for a wonderful family in Riverside. I have had many years experience working with children in lots of different capacities such as a nanny, infant, toddler, preschool teacher, special education paraprofessional, cub scout leader, and special olympics coach to name but a few.
I have my degree in...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Julie is one of the most dedicated, intelligent and trustworthy nannies I have ever known. She has a degree in early childhood development and wonderful instincts regarding children of all ages. A family would be so lucky to get her as their nanny!"
Jamie G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Ellie and I will be graduating from DePaul University with my masters in Speech Language Pathology this June!
I will be available for full time nannying/babysitting starting June 17-August 16th (dates negotiable).
I am also available for any weekday/weekend gigs in the mean time!
Feel free to reach out!
Ellie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ellie is phenomenal! She was a dream come true for us with our autistic 4 year old. She is educated and intelligent and played with our son the entire time we were gone (we had to come back to get something and my son was having the time of his life!) She...
Samantha B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Natalia, I'm from Chile and I'm 31 years old. In 2014 I moved to Argentina to study Advertising at Palermo University. Then in 2019 I moved to the US to perfect my English and study some courses in Marketing at Northwestern University - Kellog. I am a very active person, I like outdoor activities (hiking, biking,...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have the children, aged 5, 3, and 1. Natalia did a great job caring for all of them, even managing to console our three year old who decided when we were headed out the door to have a mini-meltdown. The kids gave her a good review, too! We liked her so much...
Maryellen M.
Jennifer F.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Jennifer and I'm a punctual, dependable, artistic, responsible, bilingual, fun nanny available for weekend care! :)
*11+ years experience (as of October 2022)
*Spanish: Fluent in speaking, writing and reading.
*Can provide references if needed.
*Can provide Driver's License and Insurance of vehicle....
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Jennifer connects well with children and is a caring individual."
Bill And Annie G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sandra. I have (10+) years experience taking care of newborns, toddlers, and school age children . I also volunteer in the kids' department at the church I attend on Sunday when needed. I love taking care of kids. They are so honest and friendly. I enjoy singing, playing games, or what makes children happy. I am...
Sandra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sandra did an amazing job with our baby girl from the ages of 6-12 months. This is a highly transitional age with the intro of solid foods, crawling, and walking. I also breastfed while working from home which can throw even more challenges in the mix. Sandra did...
Larelle B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm currently available weekdays, weekends for date nights, overnights, and last minute care. I am a highly motivated and dedicated individual! In addition to my love for designing/creating clothes, I began my childcare journey 8 years ago. I am passionate about helping aid the growth of families, nurture and care for...
Mariah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mariah is the most attentive, kindest, dependable and trustworthy caregiver for children. My family loved her for all parts of care whether that meant entertaining them through a pandemic or taking them on outings. She is a thorough communicator I h is key to...
Care member
Camelia G.
Bensenville, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a very kind and loving nanny. I work with the parents to identify their needs and exceed their expectations. I am extremely reliable and hardworking. I am very flexible on hours worked. In addition to being a nanny for several years, in my nanny roles, I've taught all of the children I worked with to speak Spanish and arts...
Camelia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Cami was amazing! She was always on time and never missed a day. She seemed to love our daughter as if she were her own. She was always engaging with her and was diligent about our baby's routine. She communicated with us multiple times a day for everything....
Nicholas T.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am an experienced and reliable house manager with 6 years of experience helping families run their house smoothly. I am fully vaccinated and have clean driving and criminal records. I have a bachelor's in engineering and I am a very dependable, proactive, organized and detailed oriented person.
I am currently a...
Lais can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lais is a caring, loving and patient person. She has been amazing with our child. Any family would be lucky to have her. I trust her completely with my most precious gift!"
Kelli S.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I graduated with a Bachelor's in Psychology from IU, and I currently work as a mental health professional with children and adolescents. I found that I loved working with kids when I first started babysitting in high school, and I have continued to do so since. I was an older sibling and cousin in a large family so being a...
Ashlynn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashlynn arrived on time and seemed comfortable from the get-go. I came home to find the kiddo sleeping happily and he had nothing but good things to say about her when he woke up the next morning. I'd call it a win!"
Care member
Colleen M.
Chicago, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Available For Full-time Summer Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Colleen and I am a current Chicago resident with over 14 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...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Colleen started babysitting for us 6 years ago after the birth of my third child. Colleen is a wonderful, patient, responsible, caring person. She juggles the needs of my three children easily, and the kids are always excited to see Miss Colleen."
Lisa E.
5.0
(1)
***I am currently not looking for a childcare position***
I have always loved working with kids! I come from a very large family. I am # 8 of 33 grandchildren and started watching my little cousins on the weekends at the age of 12. Since then I have worked with several families and a day care, most of whom I still keep in...
Tisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"We've used Tisa for our pet squad numerous times and she is GREAT! Professional, responsible, and amazing with our pets! I think they have more fun when she's visiting then when we are home : ) Highly recommend!!! Also - her references checked out impeccably!"
Steve V.
Anna K.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a young professional who works full time during the week. I have plenty of experience babysitting and nannying throughout high school and college. I have experience with children from infants to 12-year-olds. I am a 2016 college graduate with a degree in economics. Looking to help out on the weekends and weeknights.
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Anna has been a life-saver this summer. She easily handles getting my two very young children up, fed, ready for the day and out the door. I will miss her when she moves!"
Tami Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began babysitting regularly on weekends by the time I was age 15. Throughout high school, babysitting was a second job for me and even after I graduated I continue to babysit/nanny full and part time. I really enjoy the relationships I acquired with the families, and I have appreciated them as I do my own friends and family....
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She watched my son and daughter and took then to their sports practices. My kids love her. "
Corey M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Liza, I am the third of 8 children, so I have been taking care of kids pretty much my whole life! I have a lot of experience with watching kids of all ages since I came from a big family, and I've been babysitting and nannying for families in the area for over 15 years.
I currently work as an assistant Montessori...
Liza can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liza has been watching my boys for a few months now and they don't want her to leave when I get home and ask when she can come again! "
Jenna M.
Julia E.
Chicago, IL
$8-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Julia. I am a 22-year-old student studying developmental psychology at the University of Oregon. I graduated in June and will be moving back home to Chicago to pursue my Master's in psychology part time while also, hopefully, nannying for an amazing family as well! *** I am fully available on Friday, Saturday, and...
Grace H.
Chicago, IL
$16-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of childcare experience, 3 years of nannying regularly. I grew up with 4 younger siblings so lots of time around little ones! Currently a sophomore in college at UIC, studying urban planning and political science.
Looking for a part time position while I am in school full time. Can do light housekeeping, errands,...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience of being a nanny. I'm fluent in both English and Spanish. This past year I've been a nanny to Irish twins and had a couple weekends with twins. Currently on weekends I still do over nights and take care of infants.
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Elmwood Park, IL
Melanie P.
5.0
Melanie was a joy to have as our nanny! She jumped right in on all that was asked, was active and connected with our son (10 months at the time she started) immediately. She took the time to go above and beyond of what was asked, which as a working mom, was so greatly appreciated. Additionally, she...
- Care member
Leidy H.
5.0
Leidy is the absolute best. She is amazing with kids, on top of all details, and was an extension of our family while she was employed with us. I could not recommend her anymore.
- Care member
Alia S.
5.0
I used Alia when I first went back to work. She helped make the process of me going back to work seamless for me and my kids! Truthfully I would hire Alia back any day if she was still where I am! My kids loved having her in our home.
- Lindsay L.
Julie M.
5.0
Julie is one of the most dedicated, intelligent and trustworthy nannies I have ever known. She has a degree in early childhood development and wonderful instincts regarding children of all ages. A family would be so lucky to get her as their nanny!
- Jamie G.
Ellie V.
5.0
Ellie is phenomenal! She was a dream come true for us with our autistic 4 year old. She is educated and intelligent and played with our son the entire time we were gone (we had to come back to get something and my son was having the time of his life!) She listened to all of our son's...
- Samantha B.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Elmwood Park, IL
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Elmwood Park, IL, you can search through 1 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Elmwood Park, IL depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $15.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Elmwood Park, IL, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Elmwood Park, IL take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 1 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Elmwood Park, IL to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
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Ratings for Elmwood Park, IL weekend nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Weekend Nannies in Elmwood Park, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed weekend nannies.