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60 live-in nannies are listed in Wauconda, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby live-in nannies is 10 years
Live-in nannies in Wauconda, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
*I am not available*
Hello! My name is Cara. I am 26 years old. I graduated from Lake Forest College with a BA in Sociology. I have worked as a nanny with kids ranging in age from 6 months to 4 years old. I worked at summer camp for 6 summers and three of those summers I was a group counselor with 11 6-year-old girls.
I love...
Cara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cara watched our one year old daughter for most of a year. During that time she was very reliable and provided great care. She did great playing, teaching, and showing activities to develop motor skills and mental development.
Cara has a great personality...
Kevin K.
Sarah C.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Sarah and I am a student but I am deciding to take at least a year off from school to work. I am 21 years old and I am looking for a full time nanny position. I live in Buffalo Grove at the moment, but moving to Mundelein in a few months. I love kids of all different ages and I consider myself very...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Absolute perfect sitter! Reliable, caring and mature. Our whole family adore her. "
Christina S.
5.0
(1)
Hello Parents! My name is Sydney and I am currently 19 years old. I was born in Missouri but raised in sunny south florida where I lived until I was 18. I moved to the northern suburbs to live with my sister while I figured out what I wanted to do with my life. To say I love children would be an understatement. After much...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sydney has been watching our 18m old since he was an infant. She takes such great care of him and he loves seeing her. They play together, she handles dinner, bath and bedtime; it’s always so smooth. She’s very reliable and a great person in general! "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With 10 years of expertise's in the childcare field I feel that I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and caring person.
As the...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"For anyone who is looking for a nanny, I would strongly recommend Melissa, she is an amazing nanny who will care for your children like they are family. Our child is autistic and we booked a nanny for a much needed date night. It's always a bit nerve racking...
Jim R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello to all parents.
I am 41 years old and looking for a full-time, live-out nanny position. I am a mother of three with over 9 years of experience working as a nanny. I am a very responsible, attentive, reliable, energetic individual, full of love and compassion. All this makes me a wonderful caregiver. I have been caring for...
Mihaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mihaela (Ela) has been the primary caregiver for our one year old son since September of 2012. Our first nanny decided to give up child care and this actually turned out to be the best thing for us and our son because we were fortunate enough to find Ela....
Mary S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ellen and I am 25 years old. I started babysitting at 14, and then throughout high school worked for a family with 1 boy and 1 girl (ages 5 & 8). While in college, I worked for a family during the summers as their family grew. I started when their oldest was 6 months (now 6), with their other two children now 4...
Ellen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"Ellen was a nanny for my two kids (1 and 4 when she started) for a year and a half, and we all miss her very much. She also used our car regularly to drive the children around. She has such a wonderful demeanor -- kind, calm, patient, reliable, and mature, and...
Lia D.
4.4
(7)
Hi! My name is Ula and I have 12 years experience! I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and caring person. I am passionate about furthering my time in the Nanny field so that I can continue doing what I...
Urszula can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ula helped take of my 88 year old mother, and my 1.5 year old grandson. She was wonderful with both of them! My mother has dementia and can be very difficult but Ula knew just how to handle her, and my mom ended up loving her.
She was equally great with my...
Care member
Ariel B.
Palatine, IL
$20-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Jeannie S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jeannie is currently our nanny, and I highly recommend her. We are only separating because my job situation has changed. She is kind, organized, helpful, and is able to anticipate our family's needs. She is wonderful with our 3 children, and she takes care of them...
Leah G.
4.5
(8)
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(5)
Most recently, I nannied an infant full time from the time she was 8 weeks until she turned a year old. I then nannied 3 kids ages 4-9 part time while in undergrad. Since then, I've had a job in research for two years before moving to the North Chicago area to pursue my graduate degree. I'm looking for a full time nanny job...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erin is one of the most gracious, most loving and caring people I've met. Erin is exceptional at everything she puts her mind and heart to."
Joe M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have completed an Associate's Degree in Human Services at Harper College. I am gradually working on my undergraduate degree for Applied Behavioural Science at National Louis University. In the meantime, I enjoy working as a nanny. I enjoy helping children grow in their developing stages and making a positive impact in...
Maira can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maira is a fine example of how we should treat each other. Always happy to see you, exceedingly polite, never forgets your name and you look forward to seeing her the next time.
She does more than just help you with any questions or issues, she strives for you...
Pascalis S.
Mariya K.
Gurnee, IL
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Honest, Energetic, Mature Nanny w/6 Years of Experience Looking for a P/T or F/T Position
5.0
(14)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a mother of 2 great kids and I was a teacher for kids, ages 3-8. I love children and have many years of experience. I live in Gurnee. My best attributes are trustworthy, patience, honesty, punctual, flexible and easy to get along with. I believe in engaging children in creative play and educational activities rather...
Mariya can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mariya was very punctual. Our little one was being extra fussy that day and Mariya was very patient and did a great job. We would recommend Mariya to others! "
Care member
Has experience as a live-in caregiver for children from newborns to pre-teens. Grandma of 5 kids. Multilingual: speaks Hindi, Urdu, Nepali and basic English
From a young age, I always wanted to care for children! I began working in a local preschool, aiding the teachers in whatever they needed. Through high school, I tutored an 11-year-old girl in all subjects she needed help with that week. I've also worked as a camp counselor for children ages 6-13 for the past few summers and...
Hope can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Leicy G.
Palatine, IL
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Professional Nanny | Bilingual (English & Spanish)
Experienced nanny with a strong background in caring for children of all ages, including newborns. I have worked with multiple families in the U. S., providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. I am CPR-certified and have excellent references that...
Rachel G.
Zion, IL
$30-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I am a young professional currently living in the Chicago area. In the fall of 2020, I was a live-in full-time nanny for two children ages 6 and 8. I managed online school, prepared their meals, ran family errands, and managed their schedules from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Previously, I was a part-time nanny...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Leacy G.
Palatine, IL
$20-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am Leicy, a responsible and dedicated nanny from Colombia, 25 years old, I am a bilingual nanny (Spanish and English) with extensive experience working with children of all ages, both in the U. S. and Colombia. I have developed strong relationships with multiple families, who highly recommend me for my responsibility,...
Leacy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
My name is Bri and I'am empathetic, responsible, dependable, fun, and trustworthy childcare giver! I have 12 years of child care experience, and I'am available for a full position! I adore children and working with them because their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around! I am the eldest of seven...
Melissa R.
Woodstock, IL
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am an experienced nanny/mother. I am looking to obtain a part time nanny position that works with the other things I do for a living.
My most previous nanny position ended in early this year. I was with the family for 7 years. Longevity with a family is important to me.
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Wauconda, IL
Cara S.
5.0
Cara watched our one year old daughter for most of a year. During that time she was very reliable and provided great care. She did great playing, teaching, and showing activities to develop motor skills and mental development.
Cara has a great personality and quickly became friends with our...
- Kevin K.
Sarah C.
5.0
Absolute perfect sitter! Reliable, caring and mature. Our whole family adore her.
- Christina S.
Sydney W.
5.0
Sydney has been watching our 18m old since he was an infant. She takes such great care of him and he loves seeing her. They play together, she handles dinner, bath and bedtime; it’s always so smooth. She’s very reliable and a great person in general!
- Care member
Melissa S.
5.0
I am truly impressed with the service Melissa provides she is very patient and reliable. Her flexibility makes my work possible and my life easier. I am completely impressed with her professionalism and ability to maintain structure in my home without my guidance. I couldn’t have asked for someone...
- Jordan H.
Mihaela C.
5.0
We hired Ela as our full-time Nanny shortly after our daughter turned 1. She was a godsend for our family as she provided wonderful care & attention for our daughter, and our family including our pets & our 8 year-old son.
Ela was always & always willing to stay longer to help out when our son...
- Jim C.
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How much does a live-in nanny cost in 2025 near me in Wauconda, IL?
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