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60 nannies are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Des Plaines, IL
Janet S.
Des Plaines, IL
$26-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I live near downtown Des Plaines and I am a mother to 3 adult children ages 23, 25 and 28. They are all Niles North graduates.
I have nannied long term for 3 families.
My first family was 2 twin little girls. I began working for the family when they were 2 years old until they were full time students. (Right before they...
Janet can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Sherley J.
Des Plaines, IL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
My childcare journey started at 16 when I became a camp and after-school counselor. Over the years, I have had the pleasure of working with children of various ages, from infants to pre-teens. These experiences have instilled in me a deep passion for nurturing young minds and providing a safe, loving environment for their...
Sherley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
"A nanny is not just a babysitter, she is a caregiver, a mentor, and a friend." Hi, my name is Fabiola (or Faby!) and I strive to provide the best childcare experience in a loving, safe environment all while respecting boundaries and having fun. I'm currently in nursing school and I have over 8+ years of experience with children...
Fabiola can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Krystyna and I am absolutely love taking care of children. My history of working with children is quite long. I have cared for babies to teens. I am trustworthy , dependable , patient and responsible nanny with 10= years experience. I can help with housekeeping. I am very flexible with my schedule and can work...
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Krystyna has worked for my family for over a year and she is wonderful. I have three boys that she took care of after school - preparing food and driving them to activities. She also took care of our dog. She did all the laundry and shopping and other errands....
Susie C.
I have worked with kids over the past 15 years. I love being outside and being active. I am very creative and fun. I interact with children. I come from a large family and I have been taking care of kids for many years of my life.
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I was raised in a home where my mom was a full time nanny and I have been around kids ever since then. I am currently a full-time mental health therapist at an alternative high school, working with at-risk adolescents. Prior to my work with teens, I was employed by the Department of Human Services as a personal...
Krystina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 46-year-old woman. I am a very motivated individual with much patience. I love children and adore spending time with them. I enjoy doing this because spending time with kids makes me happy and cheerful. I have been a full-time Nanny for three separate families in the past. I would like to continue working in this field. I...
Aleksandra can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were extremely privileged to have employed Aleksandra as our nanny. Aleksandra has been a reliable, fun, loving, and hard working full-time nanny for our children for the past 6 years. Aleksandra took care of and built an amazing relationship with each. She has...
Laurie S.
Giovana S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$24-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced And Caring Nanny Available For Full-Time Childcare
5.0
(1)
As a dedicated and reliable nanny with 9 years of experience, I have cared for children ranging from infants to pre-teens. I am known for my strong organizational skills, nurturing nature, and ability to build meaningful relationships with the families I work with. I am seeking a position where I can utilize my expertise and...
Giovana can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Giovana is reliable, responsible and lovely caregiver to my kids, I truly recommend her, she has a great background and large experience with kids. "
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family.
About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...
Jill can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is dependable and trustworthy and my girls 4.5 and 2.5 love it when she comes to watch them. "
Leslie R.
Maria M.
Wheeling, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm an experienced and enthusiastic nanny who loves childcare. I started out babysitting then made my way into daycares where I worked with infants, toddlers and school age kids. 12 years later and I have built myself up into a professional full time nanny. I love working with children and enjoy taking on any or all...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Maria started working with us when our son was 3 months old and she remained his nanny until recently when he turned 5 years old. Over these 5 years, Maria was always dependable and on time. Maria took our son to various programs (e.g. music, gymnastics), play...
Tracey C.
5.0
(1)
I have my own child (29 years old). I work with kids since I Live in the USA since 2001 I am legal in US with a valid driving license and a good record. I have work In Chicago, Old Irving Park, River Forest, Oak Park, Wriggle and Lakeview. Itasca, Highland Park My current family gonna need me until August 30 ( the kids will go...
Iwona can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Iwona is a very experienced nanny. She has watched my children for nearly 4 years and has become a part of our family. Iwona is always punctual, responsible, and helpful. She plans activities for my kids, helps with homework and takes care of our small dog for...
Leisa S.
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Cameron and I love the responsibility as well as the fun of being a nanny and baby sitter! Safety is what I believe to be the most important aspect in my job but making sure your little ones are having a good time is what I strive for too! I love the arts and am a creative soul that is able to handle many...
Cameron can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cameron is GREAT with children and children love her. "
Yvette T.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am 31 years old, a friendly, adventurous, helpful, imaginative, dependable, and energetic person. I have experience with an infant - 13 years old. I volunteered as a teaching assistant at the Kindergarten for 3 months. I was a teacher for middle school for one year in Thailand before I moved to the U. S. I was a...
Kamonchanok can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I can leave my kids with her so I don't have to worry that she can take care of my kids.
She is so sweet and very helpful."
AVA L.
Anna J.
Melrose Park, IL
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a career nanny with over 17 years of experience. I'm hardworking, kind, engaging and have a positive attitude.
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very hard working, dependable individual. Great at multi-tasking with a can-do attitude. A joy to work with!"
Patrick F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I was a nanny in Lombard for 11 years with a family with two children. The children were one and 2 years old when I started taking care of them. I supported their cognitive, physical, language, emotional and social development. I guided their behavior, did pretend play with them, played games and sports with them, and did...
Chanel can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Chanel to care for our son. She helped us with rolling, sitting, crawling, standing, and sleep training."
Alaina P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone, I am Jelena and I am a sitter that just not only been nannying for over seven years but has great experience with many infants through teenage years. I am very trustworthy and responsible. I also do house chores, cleaning and cooking. With the many years of nannying I have learned so much from kids and learned...
Jelena can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had another nanny back out last minute when I had temporary training for work and Jelena was kind enough to step in and take care of my two toddler boys. She was on time, communicative, patient and gentle with the kids and we came home to a clean house with art...
Kendel C.
Blanca B.
Harwood Heights, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.8
(4)
Hello, my name is Blanca and I have been a nanny since 2017. I have worked for several families over the years, mostly from one recommendation to the next.
I enjoy reading and writing. Though my circumstances did not allow me to continue studying through college, I graduated high school with honors and several college credits...
Blanca can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I interviewed Blanca for a nanny position and was incredibly impressed. She is caring, down-to-earth, and has a calming demeanor. I spoke to one of her references and she got rave reviews. For reasons beyond our and her control, we no longer need a nanny to join...
Kate G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Claudia. I am a mother of two girls. I have experience with toddlers and newborns. I have excellent references and have my own transportation.
Claudia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Claudia is such a sweet soul. She works for me now, part-time. I have an 11-month-old son and she is just great with him. She is on time, and is great about being active with him, getting out of the house, and letting him explore. I love that she is also a mother...
Hannah S.
Debralee S.
Skokie, IL
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, I am a 33 yrs old young lady living in Skokie IL with 8+ years experience working with kids from NB to teens. I am a loving and caring mother of a wonderful 12 years old boy. I love planning educational activities, do arts and crafts, taking them on walks, going to parks, libraries, arranging play dates and driving them to...
Debralee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Debralee (Debbie) has been a fantastic full time nanny for our toddler boy and baby girl for over a year. She is extremely reliable (never late, never called in), energetic, and loving to our children. She is very active and loves to take them to the park, the...
Sara B.
Larissa R.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Larissa I am a full time flight attendant looking for part time babysitting jobs. I worked as a nanny for 4 years prior to being a flight attendant. I have medical training for all ages. Looking forward to connecting with you
Larissa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Larissa is adorable!
If you are looking for a trustful nanny she is the right one!"
Carine F.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL
Krystyna Z.
5.0
Krystyna has worked for my family for over a year and she is wonderful. I have three boys that she took care of after school - preparing food and driving them to activities. She also took care of our dog. She did all the laundry and shopping and other errands. Krystyna is extremely reliable and...
- Susie C.
Aleksandra B.
5.0
Aleks worked for us as a nanny for the last three months and took care of our three month old baby. She is wonderful, reliable, always on time, loving, caring and well educated, and we would never let her leave us if we were not moving out of the country. When she started working with us, the baby...
- Ivan K.
Giovana S.
5.0
Giovana is reliable, responsible and lovely caregiver to my kids, I truly recommend her, she has a great background and large experience with kids.
- Care member
Jill K.
5.0
Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two boys (3 mo. and 18 mo. at the time). Throughout the approximately 3 1/2 years that she worked for us, she was always dependable, always on time, and...
- Margaret D.
Maria M.
5.0
Maria started working with us when our son was 3 months old and she remained his nanny until recently when he turned 5 years old. Over these 5 years, Maria was always dependable and on time. Maria took our son to various programs (e.g. music, gymnastics), play dates, the library and preschool....
- Tracey C.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Des Plaines, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Des Plaines, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Des Plaines, IL is as of is $19.48 per hour as of March, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Des Plaines, IL?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Des Plaines, IL?
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Ratings for Des Plaines, IL nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Nannies in Des Plaines, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.