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60 college nannies are listed in Forest Park, IL
The average rate is $17/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby college nannies is 6 years
College nannies in Forest Park, IL
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am a recent graduate of University of Wisconsin Madison, with 9+ years of experience in caring for kids of all ages. I started babysitting for my younger siblings and their friends' families when I was about 11-12, and have continued in childcare roles all throughout high school and college since then. I volunteered at a...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"Alex looked after our 6 month old son for a couple of months after my husband and I returned to work. She was wonderful with him- took him on walks, played with him and always kept detailed notes of her time with him. We really enjoyed having Alex in our home and...
Katie P.
5.0
(2)
Hello,
My name is Amanda. I am 35, and live in Oak Forest. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and our fur babies. My favorite hobby is theater. I love acting, singing, dancing. I'm also working on finishing my teaching degree. I have been a nanny on and off for 17 years, but consistently for the last 10 years....
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda has been the full-time nanny for our 2.5 year old daughter since she was 4 months old. We are extremely happy with Amanda and the care she gives to our little girl. In fact, we often turn to Amanda for her expertise in child care when we are encountering...
Heidi S.
Steph S.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nursing Student With 15 Years Of Experience Nannying / Babysitting
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hey y'all! I have worked with kids my whole life and love it. I am currently going back to school to be a NICU nurse, I studying at UIC. I've been a nanny for multiple families, an assistant teacher for a special needs preschool, taught dance, gymnastics, and basketball, and have babysat on going for years on the side.
Steph can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Steph was wonderful with our 2 year old. She supported us during the Thanksgiving holiday when daycare was closed and our son did very well under her care. She was able to keep him busy and happy while we worked from home. We can't wait to invite her back!"
Carla R.
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: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, 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.
Payton H.
Chicago, IL
$41/hr • 2 yrs exp
College Student With Childcare/teaching/pet Sitting Experience :)
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm a sophomore at Columbia College Chicago majoring in multiple writing studies. I'm dedicated to creating a caring and calm environment for kids and pets alike! I'm extraordinarily patient and accepting in moments of chaos and will always prioritize your child or pets safety. I have two years of experience as a swim...
Payton can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Payton has a knack with people engaging insight on that person’s personality right away and approaching her interactions and communications in a way that makes them feel comfortable and easy. She also has this knack with animals as well. She teaches swim lessons to...
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5.0
(8)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kamaria and I am currently a junior at Roosevelt University studying Integrated Marketing Communications. I have been working with kids since I was 12 and I fell in love with it. I started by watching my younger siblings which include a set of twins. Over time I started to watch my family member's children and...
Kamaria can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Professional, communicative and would hire again."
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Phoebe F.
Chicago, IL
$26-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Phoebe! I love working with kids and have done so for about 6 years now. I have childcare experience in all sorts of environments such as babysitting, nannying, coaching children's soccer teams, teaching baking classes, being a TA, and being a camp counselor in the summer! I have experience with with ages 6 Months-...
Phoebe can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Phoebe cared for our two kids while they were doing remote learning and we were working. They really enjoyed playing with her. She is punctual and does a great job communicating."
Janine B.
Jateya T.
Chicago, IL
$21/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have two years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and meal preparation. I currently Work at a daycare as a lead in a 2-year-old classroom. I had Plenty of experience working with age groups from infants to preschool when I was working as a floater at the same daycare. I was also a night nanny briefly. I consider...
Jateya can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jateya was always committed to being present and providing quality care. Empathy, patience, kindness and respect. She has a great understanding of clients needs. She interacted great w/ my family. A true pleasure to work with."
Tanisha M.
Olivia H.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a kind, fun and easy going individual with a passion for working with kids! I have about five years experience working in different childcare fields. I'm currently a student at Moody Bible Institute and I am looking for part-time hours. I have cared for children of various ages in my community, as well as large groups...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's kind, intelligent and has a gentle spirit. She's reliable!"
Ginger H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"THE BEST nanny we've ever had! My son LOVES her and she follows my direction perfectly. She was flexible with the hours I needed and always showed up on time. I'd have her back in a heartbeat."
Claire L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a senior currently. I might not be majoring in childcare but my family and past parents I nannied for and babysat believe I should have! I have experience working as a nanny for boys ages 5-10 years old. I worked at a daycare in Milwaukee working with children ages newborn to 4. I have experience babysitting newborns and...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amber was awesome! We were sad to hear she was moving back home and could no longer regularly sit. We will miss her!"
Amanda S.
4.6
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm 28 years old and I've been working and caring for kids for the past 10 years. I worked as a teacher, was an au pair and now nanny. I have experience taking care of kids from all ages, specially babies. I'm a great cooker, love to spend time with kids and to make part of their development, helping however I can. I play guitar...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kim was amazing. The kids absolutely loved her. She was kind, patient, responsive, punctual, knowledgeable, intuitive and experienced. We came home to a very tidy house as well which is ALWAYS appreciated. Will definitely be calling her back!"
Amie R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Bea and I'm a Junior at UIC! I hope to pursue Speech and Language Pathology in the future and my major is Psychology with a double minor in Linguistics and Disability and Human Development.
I have provided care for countless families over the past 7 years and can provide many references! My experience includes...
Beatrice can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bea is an absolute dream babysitter (and now friend!). She is attentive, playful, and responsible. She connected instantly with both my 3 and 1 year old and even paid attention to tasks in the home that needed tended to during any potential downtime. I am a very...
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Julia W.
Chicago, IL
$42/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Julia! I am a current graduate student in a counseling program at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota and have my undergraduate degree in psychology from UMN. My goal is to work as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with children (and animals, I hope!). I have worked with children with severe mental health...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia has watched our kids from time to time and is caring, dependable and on time. She has experience with most ages. We liked the fact she could drive to and from. If you're looking for someone who can take care of your kids for a nanny position or babysitting...
Kathy M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi All! My name is Julie, I am looking for part time position right now with the following days: M/W/F 9AM-2 p.m. I am currently in school for my Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education at Roosevelt University. I have experiences in working children from infants, toddlers and school aged. I have over 60 credit hours of...
Julie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I first hired Julie to care for my daughter M. and my two dogs while my husband and I returned to work after maternity leave. I was honestly very scared to leave her in the care of just anyone but I took a chance with Julie and it's the best decision I've ever...
Sarah V.
5.0
(2)
Teaching for almost seven years in a Montessori-based program has greatly influenced my philosophy on childcare and learning. Combining these experiences, with many college courses in Child Development at Joliet Junior College, I believe that, as one who works with children, I should emulate patience and provide guidance,...
Kimi Rose can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kimi is a one of a kind child care provider. She is trustworthy and dependable. Her ability to help every child unlock their creative potential is unsurpassed. She is one of the few people I have trusted with my own children and she far exceeded expectations!...
Matt S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began babysitting/nannying for families and their kiddos once I started undergrad, as I had previous unpaid experience in high school for my family and friends. I have 6 years of paid experience sitting for children of all ages (infants-teens). I have the most experience with infants-toddlers. I am a second-year (out of three)...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My daughter loved Abby away! She communicated with us in advance and during our night out, and was very punctual and responsible. Will definitely hire again."
Beth B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of seven children! I can care for children with disabilities due to my 17-year-old brother having been diagnosed with Autism at the age of 2. I have babysat for multiple families in my home town in New Jersey, whom would all be willing to be contacted as references!
Tabitha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tabitha babysat for our daughter one night while we were visiting Chicago. She was absolutely fantastic and we'll definitely call her again if we're in town."
Lisa G.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! My name is Dylan and I've been babysitting since I was 11, a camp counselor as a teenager, and now I am a preschool teacher. I've been teaching at my school for going on five years. Before working at a preschool teacher I was a tutor at CPS as well as an art instructor for Young Rembrandts. I got my bachelor's degree...
Dylan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have known Dylan for five years, as she was our daughter's preschool teacher. Eventually, she also started babysitting for our two kids. As a teacher and a sitter, she always had a smile on her face and a cheerful disposition. She adores working with children...
Jen C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Brea, a 25-year-old college grad with a degree in youth development. I have been working with young children since I was 15 and most recently have been a nanny in a nanny share with two (now) toddlers. I have worked both in home and in daycare settings and have strengths in developmentally appropriate sensory activities,...
Brea can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I needed a last minute sitter on a Saturday when mine cancelled and she was available. She was great with my 2 month old. She was very polite and got on my baby's level to engage him. She was great at soothing him in this period of purple crying. She didn't need...
Janell G.
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Recent college nanny reviews from local parents in Forest Park, IL
Alexandra H.
3.0
Alex looked after our 6 month old son for a couple of months after my husband and I returned to work. She was wonderful with him- took him on walks, played with him and always kept detailed notes of her time with him. We really enjoyed having Alex in our home and trusted her with our son. However,...
- Katie P.
Amanda C.
5.0
Amanda has been the full-time nanny for our 2.5 year old daughter since she was 4 months old. We are extremely happy with Amanda and the care she gives to our little girl. In fact, we often turn to Amanda for her expertise in child care when we are encountering new stages with our daughter and she...
- Heidi S.
Steph S.
5.0
Steph was wonderful with our 2 year old. She supported us during the Thanksgiving holiday when daycare was closed and our son did very well under her care. She was able to keep him busy and happy while we worked from home. We can't wait to invite her back!
- Carla R.
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.
Payton H.
5.0
Payton has a knack with people engaging insight on that person’s personality right away and approaching her interactions and communications in a way that makes them feel comfortable and easy. She also has this knack with animals as well. She teaches swim lessons to young children from toddlers to...
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FAQs for finding a college nanny near you in Forest Park, IL
How much do college nannies charge near me in Forest Park, IL?
How much college nannies charge near you in Forest Park, IL can vary based on each nanny, as all nannies on Care.com charge their own unique rate. That being said, the average hourly rate for college nannies on Care.com as of June, 2024 is $17.50.
How can I find a college nanny near me in Forest Park, IL?
To find college nannies near you in Forest Park, IL, you can use Care.com to review different nanny profiles. That way, you can quickly and easily learn more about the experience levels of available nannies in your area and what they charge.
What steps can I take to safely hire a college nanny near me in Forest Park, IL?
There are currently 2 college nannies near you in Forest Park, IL on Care.com. We request all college nannies on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles with a badge on them, all college nannies who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. We do strongly recommend you conduct your own private background check, request references, and interview candidates to hire a college nanny safely.
What types of services do college nannies near me in Forest Park, IL offer?
Many college nannies on Care.com list the services they offer on their profiles, but you can also interview different candidates to get an idea of what services they feel comfortable taking on. When looking for a college nanny near you in Forest Park, IL, you should sit down and write a list of everything you want the college nanny to help with before you interview them so you know what questions to ask them to get on the same page. For example, you may need help with transportation to after school activities or may need assistance with light house work.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for a college nanny near me in Forest Park, IL?
When you’re looking for a college nanny near you in Forest Park, IL, alongside asking about services they offer in the interview, you will also want to ask them about their work experience, how they prefer to interact with children, and how they’ll handle difficult situations like disciplining a child.