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Live-in nannies in Highland Park, IL

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Kris H.


Elk Grove Village, IL

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Engaging, Fun And Safety Minded Nanny!

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am looking forward to meeting you and your family. Kids are so much fun to be around. I believe life is meant to be lived to it's fullest. That means being outside and playing, going to the zoo, riding your bike, learning a new sport, reading books and just being a kid. I am a caring, responsible, trustworthy, non-smoker,...
Kris can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She has been our date-night sitter for the last few months and our daughter is always very happy to see Kris!"

Katie M.

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Jillian G.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Empathetic, Nurturing Career Nanny Available

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have dedicated the last 10 years to building my career as a nanny, and have led a helping hand to parents as they dive into their journey of parenthood. I specialize in infant care, and recently became a certified newborn care specialist! My energy and approach is empathetic, logical and I'm a nurturing person by nature. I...
Jillian can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Jillian. I trust her 100% with my 5mo old, which says a lot! She attended to my son's every need three days a week for 10hrs a day. I always came home to a happy baby, a report from the day, and some very helpful...

Noah K.

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Cassandra S.


Lake Zurich, IL

$15-25/hr15 yrs exp

Looking For A Full Time Long Term Nanny Position

4.3

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a nanny for over 10 years and have 20+ years of babysitting experience for families of up to 5 children, ages birth to 12. I have my own transportation, am a non smoker, and comfortable with pets. I also am able to do light housework, laundry, cooking, and errand running. I love spending time with kids and...
Cassandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Cassie has a true passion to work with babies and kids. What I respect most about Cassie is that she is a natural at handling challenging situations in a calm manner. She is engaging, patient, and my girls adore her sweet personality. They are always asking when...

Robin H.

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Brit A.


Chicago, IL

$28-39/hr10 yrs exp

Doula/Nanny Available!

I've dedicated over a third of my life to loving and supporting the growth of tiny humans. I am creative energetic, patient, passionate/compassionate, humorous, emotionally intelligent, socially aware, peaceful, playful, reliable, communicative, imaginatigcive and organized. I aim to be sunshine in the lives of my families. I...
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I’m still in awe of the level of care, professionalism and pure passion she showcases. Brit’ is not only one of the hardest working, knowledgeable and kind humans - she’s a godsend, given past experiences. With me and my partner’s schedules being so off-center, and...

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Danielle D.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Queer, Trans Non-Binary Nanny

Dani (they/them) is a Queer, Trans Non-Binary Nanny. They've had a long history of working with babies, kids, and families both in their personal life and professionally. For over 7 years, they were the go-to babysitter for family and friends, where they gained experience using cloth diapers and wipes with newborns and babies,...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Dani helped us out for a month when the parents faced a high workload. I appreciated their reliability, trustworthiness, open communication style, and kindness. Dani has a very calm presence and patience particularly when bonding with a special-needs child. They...

Madlen W.

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Ariel B.


Palatine, IL

$20-22/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Ariel! I have 7 years of child care experience. I have worked in childcare centers for 4 years and Nannied for 3 years. I have worked with children 3 months to 8 years old. My goal is to create a safe, fun, nurturing environment for your children to learn and grow in! I have recently graduated from Colorado...
Ariel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ariel has been a savior for our family, we have a 4 yr old boy and a 5 yr old girl. Both love her to pieces after just 3 short visits! She is very creative and loves getting dirty with the kids. Very hands on and is always drawing/painting with them. Each...

Rodney D.

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Jeannie S.


Mount Prospect, IL

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Accomplished household manager(family assistant)/ nanny receptive to client needs. Successful at managing the tasks lists of a demanding household. Fast learner and can quickly incorporate and implement new procedures to maximize efficiency and productivity. Experience: Childcare: 11 yrs Childcare/nanny professional:...
Jeannie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Special Needs Care

5.0
"We are so lucky to have Jeannie as our nanny. Jeannie has been with us for 3 years and takes care of our three girls, twins (age 7) and a toddler (age 2). She is prompt, kind, responsive and patient. She loves our girls like they are her own. She keeps the house...

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Lacey M.


Evanston, IL

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Early-Childhood Education Student With 10 Years Of Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have 8 years of experience working with children. I have worked as a full-time summer nanny for three years, an after school nanny for 7 months, and an infant nanny for 1 year. I also have lots of part time experience. I am currently working as a nanny for a 12-month-old. I love working with babies and toddlers especially,...
Lacey can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Lacey has been so wonderful to have as a babysitter! She is responsible and caring and our son just adores her. We feel so thankful to have Lacey as a caregiver."

Shay A.

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Deidre S.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fantastic Full-Time Nanny Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been a loving caring nanny for the last 20 years. My last position lasted over eight to half years. It was for two lovely little girls who are now ages 8-1/2 and 6-1/2. Both attend school all day now so my services were no longer needed. During my time there, I performed a variety of duties. I did everything from the...
Deidre can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Deidre was early very kind and helpful!"

Brittany F.

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Bobbie B.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Mother of 4 grown boys looking to help other moms balance their busy lives and assist in child care duties, household duties and organization to maintain a stress-free child care and home life experience. I would like to help by providing loving and caring atmosphere for the children to be active and learn from activities and...
Bobbie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Both my husband and I are grateful and thankful to find such a wonderful person to care for our children. She is always on time, reliable and very sweet to them."

LuShanna C.

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Nicki F.


Chicago, IL

$27-28/hr9 yrs exp

F/T Masters In Education Professional Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I would be thrilled to have the opportunity to be the "Mary Poppins" for your family. I am 40 years old and live in Wrigleyville. I am looking for a family in or very close to Wrigley, as I do not have a vehicle. Along, with having my Masters Degree in Elementary Education, I am CPR certified, and have eight years of experience...
Nicki can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Nicki helped me out by watching my 3 year old and 9 month old overnight while I traveled for work recently. She was punctual, friendly, and a good communicator. She did everything a mom would do - cook, clean up after the kids, get them ready for pre-nursery...

Kaley B.

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Gabi C.


Chicago, IL

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Gabi and I'm a 32-year-old professional moving to Santa Monica from Chicago in October. I used to live in LA 10 years ago, and decided I have had enough of the winters, so I'm back! I have15+ years of childcare experience, including nannying, babysitting, and teaching swim lessons. (I was also a competitive swimmer...
Gabi can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"We adore Gabi and have found her to be warm, firm, and entirely responsible in her approach."

Ragnar C.

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Mary S.


Chicago, IL

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been living, studying, nannying, and creating art in Chicago for 8 years. Chicago is my home, and working with children is my passion. Growing up, I was the third child of six, so I am incredibly patient. I am an aunt to four nephews and one niece. I believe in positive reinforcement, treating kids with respect, and...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mary is reliable, communicative, and very attentive to our toddler. She has been conscientious and honest about risks/exposure to COVID and other illnesses, which is extremely important to us since our child is immunosuppressed. A bonus is that she always leaves...

Stephanie S.

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Natalie T.


Chicago, IL

$28/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Experienced Career Nanny! Helping your child grow & develop, making your lives easier and going the extra mile are just a few of the things on the top of my to-do list!
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Natalie is the best! She cared for my 2-year-old (who turned 3) and 4-year-old very active boys. She is an amazing, attentive, but not overbearing mom. She is thoughtful and wise beyond her years. She was so good at getting the kids out to play and explore. She...

Tarah L.

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Maddie M.


Chicago, IL

$24-27/hr8 yrs exp

Social And Hardworking

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maddie, I'm 24 years old, and I live in Lake View East. I have years of experience in childcare and education, and I would love the opportunity to work with your family this summer. I am a previous special education teacher, and I am currently pursuing my Master's in Social Work at Loyola University. I bring...
Maddie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maddie was great with my son who has Autism."

Corie M.

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Malcolm R.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm an energetic and playful 36 y/o man of trans experience (assigned female at birth) who loves working with kiddos, grew up with younger siblings (age gap of about 15+ years), "Uncle Malcolm" to several adorable friends' babies and small children, (almost) step dad to 2 kibblings - 8 and 11, and I work as a counselor...
Malcolm can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Malcolm is amazing! He is always on time, does a fantastic job with my son, is quick to respond to messages, is overall just wonderful!"

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Chiara P.


Chicago, IL

$20-37/hr10 yrs exp

I'm An Empty Nester Looking For Work. I Love Kids And Can Do Minor House Chores, Help With Homework

I was employed by Sitter City for a time, about 6 months to 1 year. For the past 6 years I have been volunteering for The After School Program sponsored by Living Water Community Church. I helped tutor Arts and Crafts and homework.
Chiara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Chiara is truly wonderful. She is the get on the floor and play with your kids person. She always left my house cleaner than it was. My children (2 and 4) adore Chiara. The only reason we are parting ways is scheduling. We will miss her immensely. Chiara is...

Mary M.

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Aicha D.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Aicha. I have 10 years of experience working as a nanny. I have experience with newborns and toddlers. I have worked for a family caring for twin girls from 4 months to 4 years. I was living closed to them when I start and still travel to their home when they moved. We were like family. I have also worked for a...
Aicha can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Aicha helped me with my twin girls for 3 years, starting from when they were only 4 months old. For the first half I was a stay at home mom and she was my right hand, then when I went back to school she held down the fort beautifully at home. She was a huge...

Aisha A.

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Sarah S.


Schaumburg, IL

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She has done overnight stays with us as well. Sarah interacts with my children through various games, activities,...

Stephanie M.

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Cyrenna W.


Chicago, IL

$25-43/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced caregiver with 8+ years experience Nannying Infants/toddlers. Also experienced caregiving for the elderly. I am first aid CPR certified. I am currently looking for new clients, who I can help out with their little ones. I always try to work around family's needs. I do have my own vehicle. I developed some...
Cyrenna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Cyrenna is great with kids, very patient and attentive. My daughter loves when Cyrenna babysits her. "

Nancy L.

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Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Highland Park, IL

Kris H.

5.0

Kris has been phenomenal with our girls, who are 2.5 old twins. She is engaging, interactive, and patient. Kris is a fantastic nanny!

- Kate S.

Jillian G.

5.0

Jillian has cared for our daughter since she was 5 months old and has been a wonderful addition to our family for the past 9 months. She's reliable, punctual and communicative. Our daughter lights up when she walks in each morning, and they spend the day engaged in fun activities or outside when the...

- Kelly K.

Cassandra S.

5.0

I don't know if I know someone who is better with children than Cassie! She truly loves and sees every little person for who they are and embraces them in her life fully! She would truly be a blessing to your family and child's life.

- Jessica S.

Brit A.

5.0

I’m still in awe of the level of care, professionalism and pure passion she showcases. Brit’ is not only one of the hardest working, knowledgeable and kind humans - she’s a godsend, given past experiences. With me and my partner’s schedules being so off-center, and that’s putting it lightly, we...

- Care member

Danielle D.

5.0

Dani helped us out for a month when the parents faced a high workload. I appreciated their reliability, trustworthiness, open communication style, and kindness. Dani has a very calm presence and patience particularly when bonding with a special-needs child. They were also flexible in creating...

- Madlen W.

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