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60 weekend nannies are listed in Palatine, IL
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 8 years
Weekend nannies in Palatine, IL
Anna K.
Des Plaines, IL
$10-30/hr • 20 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, kind, and funny.
I like working with kids because they're honest. They're funny. They warm any soul and I feel like I contribute to something bigger than myself.
I started working with kids when I was 9 years old. My parents had my babysit my sister a few nights a week. From there, it...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Isabell. I'm currently working at an Early Childhood Center where I care for children ages 6weeks-5years. I have my Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and I'm currently working towards my Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education. I've worked in the field for eight years now, and also babysit on...
Isabell can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Tammie V.
Streamwood, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Tammie. I am 42 years old and recently retired from teaching. I have five children - three are in college, and the other two will start high school in the fall. I was a stay-at-home mom when my children were young, which I loved. When my youngest started first grade, I began teaching middle school at Schaumburg...
Tammie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Fun loving, kind, christian Mother of 3 school aged children looking to provide care for children. I genuinely love being a mom with all my heart and children are especially dear to me. Since my kiddos are off at school, I would love to fill my days with your precious littles.
I'm especially skilled with newborns, babies,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nanny/babysitter living in Glenview, IL. After working for 20 years in a medical office, I decided I wanted to pursue other opportunities. So, I currently devote my time to working as a Hospice Volunteer for NorthShore University Health System as needed, plus I work various childcare positions. Working with children is an...
Martina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I'm Peyton and I am currently a Junior attending the University of Dayton. I have had many experience with childcare from babysitting, nannying, working in a children's museum, as well as being a camp counselor! I love being active with children while providing them with a safe and supportive environment. Whether it is...
Peyton can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a student at UIC but I do commute. I have been a babysitter for 5 years now. I am CPR and AED certified. My experience with childcare comes from my mother, who has been a nanny for 13 years. Because of this working with children became more than just a job for me. I have worked with babies 8 months and...
Salma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I have been watching and raising children for most of my life. I used to watch up to 11 kids in the summer when my own , 4 boys and a girl, were young and 2-3 extra throughout the school year. In high school, I worked at Willow Creek Church as a toddler room leader on Wednesday nights and as a before-school sitter/playmate...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Mary was absolutely wonderful! Super kind and awesome with our two children, ages 3 and 6. Both kids are asking for her to come back as soon as possible! Mary was right on time, very reassuring, so sweet and instantly connected with our children. She was also great...
Katie W.
My name is Dorothy and I have a doctorate in nursing and work full time Monday - Thursday. I have raised three children (one with special needs) and worked as a full time nanny prior to having my own children. I am looking to offer childcare on weekends and evenings.
Dorothy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
worked full time as nanny before my son was born and then only part time for few years.
Love kids, and since my son is going to college and he does not need me driving him to and from activities I would like to help other families with their busy schedule.
Lucyna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
I was raised in a home where my mom was a full time nanny and I have been around kids ever since then. I am currently a full-time mental health therapist at an alternative high school, working with at-risk adolescents. Prior to my work with teens, I was employed by the Department of Human Services as a personal...
Krystina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Michelle E.
Glenview, IL
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Are You Looking For A Wonderful Nanny , Sweet And Kind With Lots Of Patience And Clean ( Am Here )
-light housekeeping -Laundry -Changing diapers -Helping with homework , Transportation making snacks responsible babysitter with experience caring children during weekends and evenings and summer and winter breaks . Skilled in crating fun , engaging and educational activities , w while demonstrating priority in children safety...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm a mature, responsible, reliable, college graduated professional with more than 10 years experience working with children from 0 to 12 years of age in diverse home, school and daycare settings. Currently working full time and looking for Saturday/Sunday hours only.
I'm a mom of an 11 years old amazing girl, I'm CPR...
Eva can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eva was with us for almost four years and still would be had we not had a sudden change in income status. She is a patient, compassionate, endearing and reliable caretaker. The day that Eva walked out of our door after her interview, I looked at my husband and...
Andrea M.
4.3
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nicole. I have over 15 years of experience working with children. I was a preschool teacher for over 5 years . I've been nannying for 7 years now. Working with children is my passion. I am very dependable and outgoing. I plan structured and non structured activities throughout the day. I enjoy planning all sorts...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nicole has been our full-time nanny for the last 4 years. Our kiddos are starting school in August 2021 and we hate to lose her! Nicole is one of the most caring, dependable, and HELPFUL people I've ever met. She consistently goes above and beyond for our children....
Amanda H.
Andrea R.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Occasional Nanny Available On Weeknights And After School, Excellent With Kids.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience with children, I worked full time with a family of two children 4 and 6 years old for 4 years. I took them to school, to all their extra curricular activities, helped them with their homework and tutor them Spanish lessons, I also help around the house with some light cleaning, cooked them dinner and...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I had an excellent experience with Andrea watching my kids for an evening. No issues. She is very pleasant."
Paul F.
Susan B.
Elmhurst, IL
$20-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!
I was a professor at the Art Institute of Chicago while my kids were growing up and now I work from home during the day. I am looking for evening and weekend work, or covering last minute emergencies or travel.
I've been a part-time nanny and babysitter for an amazing family for the last 5 years. They have a full time...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Susan is the best! My kids look forward to her coming over - they do crafts, games, dance parties.... She's always on time, very communicative and very responsible. When we unexpectedly lost our nanny she jumped in and didn't miss a beat. We wished she could have...
Melissa S.
Joanna R.
Lombard, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Caring, Nurturing, Dedicated, And Experienced Nanny
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy spending time with children -playing, taking trips to parks, library and other educational outings. I love to explore the world through their eyes. I have a Master's degree in the Education field from Poland, where I was born. I have been a nanny for over 14 years; I mostly have taken care of infants and toddlers. I'm an...
Joanna can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joanna has looked after our 7.5 month old daughter for 4 months. She is a great care giver and a really great person. We hired Joanna when our daughter was 3 months old. We needed a loving, caring, responsible, reliable person and she has delivered on all...
Jeanne Y.
Fatima R.
Evanston, IL
$20-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
Compassionate Healthcare Student Who Loves Providing Great Care! Fun Sitter, With CPR Certification.
5.0
(2)
My name is Fatima. I'm a healthcare student working to get my certification as a nursing assistant. I currently have my CPR certification. I love working with people/children and providing great care. I can also help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have 6 years of experience working as a nanny. I'm...
Fatima can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Fatima took great care of my daughter! She always arrived on time and was kind and compassionate! She read to her and helped with homework. Would recommend her as a great babysitter!"
Care member
4.2
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a nanny for an infant female Monday-Friday 9:30-2:30. I'm looking to add hours to my work week and/or weekends. I have my kids every other weekend so those weekends per month I can't work, but can when I don't have them and they are at their father's house. Thank you!
Traci can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Traci helped us over a two week period in December during a family transitional period and she exceeded our expectations. Great experience and it came through in her ability to very quickly establish a rapport with our 6 month old. Will look to bring her back at...
Stefan I.
Jessica P.
Chicago, IL
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.6
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a compassionate, funny, professional, flexible, punctual looking for families to work with in Chicago and I would love to meet your kids! I've been working with kids for a while as nanny but also helping out relatives and friends with their kids since I always enjoyed to be with them. I would love to help you on date...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Jessica for a job pending our trip to Chicago. Jess quickly responded to texts and made herself available for a video call interview. She asked all the right childcare questions, was accommodating with her time and experience. Best of all, she really...
Miryam H.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Palatine, IL
Mary O.
5.0
Mary was absolutely wonderful! Super kind and awesome with our two children, ages 3 and 6. Both kids are asking for her to come back as soon as possible! Mary was right on time, very reassuring, so sweet and instantly connected with our children. She was also great with our dog. We look forward to...
- Katie W.
Eva S.
5.0
Eva was with us for almost four years and still would be had we not had a sudden change in income status. She is a patient, compassionate, endearing and reliable caretaker. The day that Eva walked out of our door after her interview, I looked at my husband and said I hope she wants to be with our...
- Andrea M.
Nicole R.
5.0
Nicole has been our full-time nanny for the last 4 years. Our kiddos are starting school in August 2021 and we hate to lose her! Nicole is one of the most caring, dependable, and HELPFUL people I've ever met. She consistently goes above and beyond for our children. Nicole is loyal, creative, and...
- Amanda H.
Andrea R.
5.0
I had an excellent experience with Andrea watching my kids for an evening. No issues. She is very pleasant.
- Paul F.
Susan B.
5.0
Susan is the best! My kids look forward to her coming over - they do crafts, games, dance parties.... She's always on time, very communicative and very responsible. When we unexpectedly lost our nanny she jumped in and didn't miss a beat. We wished she could have been our been our new nanny, but was...
- Melissa S.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Palatine, IL
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Palatine, IL?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Palatine, IL, you can search through 6 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 Palatine, IL?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Palatine, 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 $19.67 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Palatine, IL?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Palatine, 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 Palatine, 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 6 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Palatine, IL to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Palatine, IL?
All weekend nannies near you in Palatine, IL found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.
Ratings for Palatine, IL weekend nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Weekend Nannies in Palatine, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed weekend nannies.