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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: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Lais as a date night sitter and are so so happy we did. She's absolutely wonderful!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
First and most importantly to help put your mind at ease, I am a mom of 3 (ages 25, 28 & 31!) and I have extensive background in working with kids.
I have worked in childcare centers and operated my own home daycare business from '92-'09. I've now been a private nanny for about 10 years and I love it. The laughter, the...
Maureen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We found Maureen on Care.com and she has been temporarily covering childcare for us over the past several weeks and it's been great. She is easy to communicate and work with and our girls have a fun time baking, crafting and visiting the local playground with her....
Alicia B.
Holly H.
Western Springs, IL
$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
*edit: I have accepted a full-time position. I am now only available only for weekends/date nights! Thank you!* Hello! My name's Holly, and I graduated this past May from Marquette University with degrees in Educational Studies and Biology. I plan to pursue an online degree in school counseling, but will have full flexibility to...
Holly can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melanie worked for us from August 2020 until June 2021 and we cannot recommend her highly enough. She exudes love, care, and responsibility in her position as a caregiver and we felt as if she was part of our family. We knew that our daughter was safe and cared for...
Melissa B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi parents!
Little about me- I grew up in Florida with 2 older brothers both nearly a decade older than me (but moved away from home to Chicago over 6 years ago). By the time I was in high school all my brothers friends had babies I was stuck watching on the weekends (I secretly enjoyed it). When I got to college I decided to...
Katherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie was an amazing nanny to my 11 months old. They quickly became friends. Katie is sweet, fun, and very proactive. I would 100% hire her again."
Aurelie P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
- Currently nannying FT
I started babysitting in my teens. I babysat neighborhood kids and family. Now at the age of 30 I have been a nanny in the Chicagoland suburbs for over 7 years, as well as a occasional and weekend babysitter for 9 years. Most of my experience has been with babies, toddlers, and early school age kids. I...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Bridget nannied both of my children newborn to toddler aged would definitely recommend! Some of the task she provided were potty training, meal prep, weaning, nap time, and age appropriate activities for both kids. She also was very cautious when it came to covid."
Kristyn H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Robin, and I am currently interested in picking up one-time jobs. I am currently employed full-time as a nanny and am available after 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. I am also available on weekends.
Here's a little bit about me. I attended Trinity Christian College for Elementary Education with a minor in...
Robin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hired Robin at the last minute to watch a client's 2 year old son. She was an absolute joy to work with. Not only was she super flexible, responsive and on time each day, she went above and beyond with fun planned activities. She was also *extremely*...
Marie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
In college I was a nanny for a 18-month-old and a 4-year-old. In high school I babysat at least monthly for a variety of ages. I recently moved to Chicago and am starting a full time job. I love children and am happy to babysit on the weekends!
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Ann helped us for a week while our usual nanny was out of town. She was very helpful and happy to play with our 3 year old girl, we'd definitely hire her again!"
Veronica 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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.
Catherine H.
Chicago, IL
$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Experienced, Affirming And Professional Evening And Weekend Care Giver Available
5.0
(2)
I am honored to be considered for caring for your child! I am a passionate health advocate and social worker. I graduated with my MSW from WashU in 2021, with a Child Behavioral Health and Health policy emphasis. I specialize in working with children with neurodivergence, and utilize a wholistic, strengths-based care approach....
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cate is really enthusiastic and caring with my 2 boys. They love having her babysit, especially the way she reads book after book with them! Cate is very attentive and makes sure my boys are entertained and having fun!"
Lauren S.
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision
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.
Meadow C.
Chicago, IL
$20-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
Babysitting/Nanny Available Weekends/evenings (weekdays Vary)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a current college student with 12+ years of childcare experience. I am certified in both adult and infant CPR and First Aid. I also have many families that can proudly stand behind my assertion that I provide exemplary care and am always delighted to provide for their families and children. I'd describe my personality as...
5.0
"Meadow is wonderful! She is very attuned to my newborn son and has a great sense of play. Highly recommend!"
Care member
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Emily I.
Chicago, IL
$30-48/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Smart, Funny, And Responsible Babysitter Looking For Evening & Weekend
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Emily, and I graduated with distinction in May 2020 from the University of Wisconsin Madison studying Psychology and Gender Women's Studies. I am home in Chicago for the summer before I move in with my partner in San Francisco in the fall.
I have many references, am CPR certified, and have babysat for 10+ years. I...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Emily babysat my two daughters for two years into the summer a while back. Now that she moved to Boston, is older, and we still live at home, she isn't a regular babysitter anymore :( . However, every single time she comes back to her hometown she comes and sees my...
Olivia M.
Michelle K.
Park Ridge, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Experienced Babysitter (4 Years) Responsible & Available Weeknights And Weekends.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! On top of being a mother to a wonderful 16-month-old I have been a nanny/babysitter for over 10 years. I have a diverse range of caring experience including special-needs/learning disabilities, multiples, nanny sharing, small group care, and ages from infant to teenagers. I am also certified in child/adult CPR and have 6...
Michelle can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Michelle was great, very dependable and so good with kids. "
Bridget J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
After graduating college, I was hired as a live-in nanny for a family that I babysat for for a year and a half. They have two girls and one boy ages 4, 2, and 1. I took the 4-year-old to school, cooked them meals, got them ready in the morning, and put them down for a nap and bed in addition to playing with them all day. I also...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Any family would be lucky to have Jacqueline!!! She is dependable, always on time, and always communicates well about schedules, etc. She is so wonderful with our children. She has prepared meals for them, helped with potty training/diapers, given them naps, and...
Meaghan B.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling & 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.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in River Grove, IL
Lais M.
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.
Maureen M.
5.0
We found Maureen on Care.com and she has been temporarily covering childcare for us over the past several weeks and it's been great. She is easy to communicate and work with and our girls have a fun time baking, crafting and visiting the local playground with her. I also greatly appreciate that she...
- Alicia B.
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
Katherine D.
5.0
Katie was an amazing nanny to my 11 months old. They quickly became friends. Katie is sweet, fun, and very proactive. I would 100% hire her again.
- Aurelie P.
Bridget E.
5.0
I can't say enough good things about Bridget. She is extremely dependable, punctual and gracious. She has watched our son from 8-5pm on Monday-Friday when he was 6 months of age until 14 months of age, a total of 10 months. She is very attentive, plays music and games and finds new activities. She...
- Kelly M.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in River Grove, IL
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in River Grove, IL?
To find a weekend nanny near you in River Grove, 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 River Grove, IL?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in River Grove, 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 $38.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in River Grove, IL?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in River Grove, 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 River Grove, 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 River Grove, IL to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in River Grove, IL?
All weekend nannies near you in River Grove, 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.