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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, 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.
Nelli W.
Grayslake, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
German Speaking Nanny Seeking Temporary, Occasional, Part- Or Full-time Position And English
4.7
(3)
I have cared for kids ages 0-14 in the past eight years of my professional experience as a live in nanny and Nanny.
My responsibilities included everything from feeding bottles, changing diapers, bathing, involving in age appropriate activities/ crafts to teaching German, preparing meals, assisting with homework, light...
Nelli can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nelli lived and worked for us from October 2008 to April 2010, but had to move back to Germany for about a year or so. When she came back to the Chicago area, she babysat for us from time to time. My daughter was 2, and my sons were 6 and 9 when she started. She is...
Jill J.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Absolute perfect sitter! Reliable, caring and mature. Our whole family adore her. "
Christina S.
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Jillian. Playing with, teaching, and caring for children is my passion. As a person, I am health-conscious, proactive, fun-loving and kind. As a nanny, I am dependable, patient, creative and firm. I believe strongly in play because it facilitates the development of their imagination, confidence, language,...
Jillian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jillian is an incredible nanny! She is constantly coming up with games and activities for the kids. She interacts and plays with the kids, which is something that we felt was extremely important. We have had babysitters before that were on their phones constantly,...
Summer R.
Kate V.
Wauconda, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Kate V. is 34 years old and currently living in Wauconda, IL. Kate has been a nanny in the northwest suburbs of the Chicagoland area for over 10 years, as well as an occasional and weekend babysitter for 18 years. Most of her experience has been with toddler aged children and elementary aged, as young as newborn age and as old...
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Kate was very professional and well spoken. She got back to me right away with answers to my questions, and was easy to speak with."
Sara R.
5.0
(1)
I am 37 living with my husband and 15yr old daughter. My husband and I have been married for 16yrs. I have been in the childcare industry for a little over 15 years. What I offer for you is: caring for your child, transportation to and from school/after school activities, cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping/general...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Ashley for almost three years now, and believe her to be a wonderful, nurturing and responsible caretaker. Her positive attitude combined with her constant efforts to create a safe and clean environment for children truly reflects the quality of care...
Alexandria S.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I live on the Northshore in Highland Park. I love children, doing crafts, building puzzles, going to the park, playing games that challenge one's mind. I have raised three boys on my own since the youngest was two and was able to hold a full time...
Marcia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi.
I was a nanny in Texas and when I moved back to Illinois during 2020, I started nannying again and have roughly 10 years of experience.
My rate is $28/hour. I would expect after you check references and learn about the extras I do, that you'll find I'm worth a little more.
I'm 55 years old with grown children of my own...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Jodie T.
Fox Lake, IL
$25-48/hr • 1 yrs exp
Experienced, Responsible, Loving, Caring, And Respectful Nanny
1.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I live in Fox Lake I have a beautiful 14-year-old daughter who is my utterly most everything. Besides raising my very own daughter I also have a few years experience with babysitting for families and taking care of more than one child at a time from ages of newborns to teenagers. I am willing to do light housekeeping,...
Jodie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Everyone,
My name is Erin I live in Grayslake. I'm 22 years old and I recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. During my time at UWM, I worked at the Children's Learning Center in a toddler room for three years. I loved my job and helping children learn and grow. I have been babysitting for around 10...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jolanta L.
Glenview, IL
$23-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Caring, Energetic, And Fun Woman Looking For Full-Time Nanny Position
Hi! My name is Jolanta and I am 56 years old. I previously worked as a full-time nanny for 5 years with children of all ages (including infants) and then had my daughter, who is now 26-years-old. I have two years of college experience in early childhood education from a university in Poland. My dream was always to become a...
Jolanta can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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'm very creative and have a passion for creating fun activities that'll help little ones grow and explore!
I am comfortable helping with laundry,...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Donna L.
Glenview, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Donna, I am 53 and live in Glenview IL,. I myself am a mother of two adult children, 33 and 28 years old. I have many years experience as a mother as well as being a aunt, I have a very flexible schedule and can always help out with longer hours as needed, as well as if you have a family emergency. I am honest...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Marleny L.
Glencoe, IL
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm drawn to childcare because of the positive impact I can make in the lives of children. My experience as a Nanny has shown me how rewarding it is to support families and provide a reliable childcare option.
I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I believe these qualities make me an ideal caregiver. I have excellent...
Marleny can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Katharine S.
Winnetka, IL
$20-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Inspiring Growth And Joy: Nanny Specializing In Special Needs Care
Hello! I'm seeking a full-time summer nanny position with availability from mid-May to mid-August.
I am currently pursuing a Master's in Social Work at UIC, specializing in mental health with a focus on adolescents. During the school year, I work as a Community Support Specialist Intern at a community mental health agency. In...
Katharine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Shannon S.
Palatine, IL
$21/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a nurturing childcare professional with two decades of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's holistic development and making a positive impact on their lives. My patient and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children, providing them with a safe and nurturing environment. I follow parents'...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a hard working, nanny, household manager with years of experience. I owned and operated my own childcare center, licensed for 75 children for 16 years. I have worked with just about every kind of child. I'm very organized, respectful, punctual, and children and parents love me.
I have moved out of Wisconsin, and am living in...
Dena can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Jennifer K.
Antioch, IL
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello my name is Jennifer and I am 54 years old, a grand mother of two beautiful little boys that I adore. I am from KY and moved to Illinois in my early twenties to be a live in nanny. I enjoyed so very much watching the children, teaching them, watching them grow and the love that I felt for the family and them. It was a...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Vesi M.
Glenview, IL
$32-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Nurturing Nanny: Skilled In Emotional Intelligence And Psychology
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Vesi. I'm very outgoing, learning focused, and organized. I nannied professionally from ages 19-23. I then pursued a career in real estate. Now my investments provide stability in my life, prompting my return to working with children. My focus is on fostering both educational growth and emotional intelligence. I excel in...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided childcare to infants, toddlers and children up to the age of 12 years of age. I am also a mother to two wonderful, now adult girls. When they were born, I had decided to stay home with them to raise them in a safe and secure environment. They are now college students. I feel that I can help a family with...
Gigi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Waukegan, IL
Ellen S.
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 she's also great at communicating with...
- Lia D.
Nelli W.
5.0
Nelli lived and worked for us from October 2008 to April 2010, but had to move back to Germany for about a year or so. When she came back to the Chicago area, she babysat for us from time to time. My daughter was 2, and my sons were 6 and 9 when she started. She is patient and kind with children,...
- Jill J.
Sarah C.
5.0
Absolute perfect sitter! Reliable, caring and mature. Our whole family adore her.
- Christina S.
Jillian A.
5.0
Jillian is an incredible nanny! She is constantly coming up with games and activities for the kids. She interacts and plays with the kids, which is something that we felt was extremely important. We have had babysitters before that were on their phones constantly, turned on the TV, couldn't look us...
- Summer R.
Kate V.
4.0
Kate was very professional and well spoken. She got back to me right away with answers to my questions, and was easy to speak with.
- Sara R.
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FAQs for finding a live-in nanny in Waukegan, IL
How much does a live-in nanny cost in 2025 near me in Waukegan, IL?
The cost of a live-in nanny varies greatly depending on factors like their years of experience and your location. The average rate for live-in nannies on Care.com near you in Waukegan, IL is $18.33 per hour.
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What type of live-in nanny services near me are available in Waukegan, IL?
All live-in nannies offer different services, like helping with homework or light housekeeping, so it’s important to ask them about what responsibilities they’re willing to take on when you interview them. The responsibilities you want them to commit to can greatly impact the cost of a live-in nanny. You can compare 3 live-in nanny profiles near you to get an idea of what responsibilities they feel comfortable tackling.