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21 live-in nannies are listed in Wood River, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby live-in nannies is 6 years
Live-in nannies in Wood River, IL
Keirstin M.
Wood River, IL
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm A Very Enterjectic 25 Year Old Who's A Firm Believer That Children Learn Through Play.
5.0
(2)
volunteered at a daycare and preschool while in high school getting my CDA. I was a live-in nanny for 6 months before I started working in a daycare. I have worked there for 6 years, but im looking for something more.
Keirstin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Keirstin is a compassionate caring person who always puts the needs of the children first. She makes everyday with the kiddos fun."
Karen D.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a 63-year-old female who has been working since the age of 13. I'm looking for something long-term. I love working with kids because I have two grand babies and one on the way. I am first aide/ CPR certified and I have certification in childcare for the state of mo.
Looking for something that would allow me to nanny from...
Edmonia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mrs. J was an excellent find for my wife and me! She was timely, dependable, and so sweet with our six month old. She was super responsive and easy to get a hold of. We were in a bit of a child care bind and she was able to help us out on short notice. She...
Richard G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving and very nurturing nanny. I absolutely adore children and working with them has always been a passion of mine. I have 10 years of paid experience which includes live in, live out, travel nanny (domestically and internationally) nanny share, and working as a summer nanny. I'm very experienced with newborns and...
Vessences can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Vessy has babysat my three sons from the newborn stage. She is kind, gentle, knowledgeable, and genuine. I highly recommend her."
Hayley S.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Bridget, I have 25 years of childcare experience, I've also had the privilege of working in the healthcare industry as well. Having the opportunity to work with patients in the hospital/home setting is a added bonus. I have a passion for taking care of others, so working with children and older adults is a joy. I...
Bridget can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bridget is very professional. She exhibits total loyalty, compassion, self respect and respect for others. She goes a above and beyond what is expected of her. Her passion for elderly and children comes from being exposed to the benefits of loving parent and...
Veronica H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 14 for children as young as 2 months. I have also worked in a daycare type environment with children ages 6-weeks to 12-year-old.
I was a live in nanny for 2. 5 years.
I am a mom to a super happy 11-month-old boy! I'm happy to watch another child or two in your home, or mine!
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lindsey has been a great help to us in our time of transition! She is fun and the kids love her. We like that she is active with them and engages them in play activities. Trustworthy and great with people!"
Maggie M.
Marissa H.
Saint Louis, MO
$20-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I absolutely love children, I've been a nanny for 7+ years and worked at a lot of summer camps teaching children. I am very passionate about the future generation and I am going to school (pre-med/child development) so that one day I will be able to make a living helping, teaching, and supporting the youth. I am a very...
Marissa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Marissa babysits our almost one year old from time to time. Our schedule is crazy and there have been times when I've called her last minute and she was more than willing to help. Our son seems comfortable around her and our dog loves her. Would recommend!"
Jessica M.
5.0
(1)
I am 35 years old, live in St. Louis City.
Education:
Experience:
From 18-21, co-owned a company providing specialized care to kids w/ special needs
Teach For America in 2014 teaching 3rd grade in St. Louis Public Schools
Taught 8 yrs, specializing in trauma-responsive strategies & social justice ed
Education...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Grace has cared for my 3, 5, and 7 year olds several times since they were babies. She is amazing with multiple kids, given all of her experience as a classroom teacher. She uses whole brain techniques and is well trained in working with neuro divergent kiddos....
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have degree education. I living in USA for 5 years in Illinois I currently working in an elementary school in preschool's assistant .
I have very good experience working with children from 1 year to 6 years old. I am offering child care part time in tutoring.
I have patience , empathy , responsibility with my work .
I have...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sandra has been an assistant in my Dual language Kindergarten classroom for three years. She loves children and her calm nature helps create a safe and nurturing environment.
Sandra is organized and meticulous. She works best with clear directions,...
Kimberly P.
Karly P.
Collinsville, IL
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am an Illinois native. Recently moved to Saint Louis after living in FL panhandle for a little over a year. I was working as an Occupational Therapy Assistant at a pediatrics outpatient clinic. I am looking for some extra money while I transition back to life in the midwest and also while obtaining my state therapy...
5.0
"Karly is incredibly sweet and flexible with my children. She outwardly cares for them and takes their safety seriously in driving them to school in the mornings. She isn't deterred by a sick child or being asked to run a side errand, instead, she is always eager...
Amy P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Liz! I am a responsible and experienced 22-year-old looking for part-time work as a babysitter or nanny.
I understand and appreciate the great responsibility of caring for children. I am one (middle) of 5 kids, and live in the Fort Wayne area with my family. We own a dog and a few cats, so I am very comfortable...
Liz can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Because of Covid, my wife and needed to find someone to watch our then 8 year old daughter. Up to this point in our life, with the exception of family, no one ever watch our daughter. When it comes to our daughter, anything less than the highest standard is...
Shelley H.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I speak English and Spanish. I consider myself reliable, flexible, loving, fun, patient, creative, honest and responsible.
I have been a career nanny since 2012 but have over 12+ years of childcare experience with kids from newborn to 12 years old. In those 11 yrs of experience: I've worked 6 months as a kids swim instructor,...
Chasya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Traci W.
Florissant, MO
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
I believe that every Child is a unique small human with wonder potential. For this reason, I chose a career as a nanny-to help children grow, develop and reach their full potentials. As parents, I know selecting the right nanny is often difficult, frightening and a bit stressful, so I'd hope to make things easier for you.
As a...
Traci can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Dana and I have worked in childcare for 9+ years. I just moved to San Diego after living in St. Louis, MO and leaving my nanny family of three years. I am CPR certified, infant first aid certified, lifeguard certified, and up to date on all of my vaccines (flu, TDAP, and Covid included). I have been a full time nanny,...
Dana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Dodi, and I just completed my Masters degree in Nutritional Wellness, and I currently work as a program coordinator for individuals with special needs. My Bachelors degree in Psychology is from the Pierre Laclede Honors College at UMSL and I have always had a passion for childcare! I am patient, loving and kind...
Dodi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am the mother of three children that are successfully thriving in their adult lives. I am currently a nanny for two children, ages 21 mo. and 3 yrs old. My past experiences, in addition to motherhood, has been working with mildly disabled young children, and I have worked in various schools in a Teacher Assistant position....
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Shira S.
Saint Louis, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Shira and I'm from Saint Louis, Mo.
I have a background in Marketing and Insurance but I'm currently taking a break from the corporate world.
While I take some time to decide on a new career path I want to spend it doing something that brings me lots of joy which is taking care of children.
I've been looking...
Shira can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Ryli A.
Florissant, MO
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Future Elementary Teacher With A Passion For Enriching Children Lives!
Hello, I am originally from the mountains of NC but have made STL my forever home. I have experience working as a nanny with infants, toddlers and young kids. I also have extensive experience working as a substitute teacher with K-12 students. I also have two dogs at home who are my entire world so I'm great with dogs! I am...
Ryli can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Erin G.
Saint Louis, MO
$20-25/hr • 12 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Looking Forward To Working With You And Your Family!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi y'all! I'm Erin. I live by TGP with my dog Sonny. I've lived in STL for almost 7 years now since living for college. I have a full time role at SLU, but hope to get back into childcare as I miss my nanny jobs in college.
I have worked with a variety of families ranging from 1 to 4 kids, ages newborn to 10. I have special...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Mariah and I am currently a college student at WashU on the track to become a child psychologist. My life passion has always been to bring joy and inspiration to everyone! Regarding my experience, I have worked with many ages from newborn to 34 years old. I have been babysitting for nearly four years and I have...
Mariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Renata J.
Saint Louis, MO
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
As an Early Childhood Education major, I've enhanced the lives of children as a nanny, center director, preschool teacher, as well as daycare owner/operator.
I would like to partner with families that consider the care, supervision, and education of their child to be a top priority.
My childcare abilities include but are not...
Renata can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Wood River, IL
Keirstin M.
5.0
Keirstin is a compassionate caring person who always puts the needs of the children first. She makes everyday with the kiddos fun.
- Karen D.
Edmonia J.
5.0
Our family has had the pleasure of working with Mrs. J since Summer 2022. She helped us tremendously during a difficult transition. We welcomed a new baby earlier in the year, while our oldest daughter struggled with having a little sister to share with Mom. Mrs. J helped us with cleaning, laundry,...
- Care member
Vessences J.
5.0
Vessy has babysat my three sons from the newborn stage. She is kind, gentle, knowledgeable, and genuine. I highly recommend her.
- Hayley S.
Bridget L.
4.0
Bridget did an excellent job with house cleaning and food preparation for our family.
- Michelle P.
Lindsey D.
5.0
Working with Lindsey is great- she is dependable and flexible with her scheduling when given advance notice, which works great for our family's situation. Our 2 year old loves playing with her and she is the first sitter to get her to nap! Professional and dependable. I look forward to continuing...
- Samantha G.
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