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60 nannies are listed in Elgin, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Elgin, IL
Elizabeth T.
Elgin, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny Of15 Years Looking For Full-time Or Part Time Job
3.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience as a nanny. I have excellent reference from the parents. The children's well being, safety, education and happiness are of utmost priority to me. I hold the parents values and beliefs at forefront of the care that I provide for the children.
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed Elizabeth and felt she was dependable and trustworthy. She was punctual and pleasant and has tons of experience. Due to circumstances I wasn't able to work with her, but would consider hiring her in the near future if I may be so lucky!"
Anam A.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for over 25 years, all of my positions have been long term with the longest being seven years with a single family. I am married, and I have two school age children of my own. I have taken care of children of all ages anywhere from newborn to the age of 16. I have also worked with children that have had...
Dawn can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Dawn started watching my daughter when she was about 7 weeks old. As a first time mom, I was very nervous about leaving my daughter to return back to work but Dawn alleviated all those fears immediately.
From the beginning Dawn was so nurturing and caring for...
Andrea C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
After I retired from Mortgage industry as Residential Mortgage Closer and Notary Public 10 years ago I began helping an ex co-worker full time with her granddaughters - newborn-5yrs
I also served as Election Judge for 13 years
Previously I was preparing breakfast for 7 & 10-year-old girls- transporting to and from bus stop and...
Debe can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Debe is absolutely a blessing to my family. She is punctual, if not early, responsible, loving, and fun. My kids love her and she’s become part of the family. I highly recommend Debe for your child care needs. "
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5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nelly, I was born in Peru, went to College there and got a Degree as an Elementary School teacher there. After having children, I decided to find a job that permitted me caring for my own children too. I am pretty new to Care. com yet have almost 10 years of experience as a babysitter/nanny (references).
I...
Nelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nelly is an amazing nanny- she is very professional, efficient and excellent with kids ! "
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I previously was a nanny for 3 children (and 3 dogs) for 15 years which included driving them to various activities, light housekeeping, errands and laundry. I also am a pet lover, have 2 dogs of my own. I have a clean driving record and a reliable SUV.
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Cherie L.
Elgin, IL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny 18 Years Experience Looking For Full Time 5 To 4 Days A Week Monday -Friday
I love nannying and watching children grow I have been a nanny for 28years I have experienced Nannying children from infancy all the way through high school I have experience teaching children at church and I all so worked in day care for a short time ILove playing games , and doing crafts , cooking , and cleaning If your...
Cherie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
My name is Yolanda and I am a mature, responsible and reliable person with childcare skills and experience as a babysitter. I love caring for them and find them fascinating.
Yolanda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a physically fit, active and seasoned caregiver, who brings over 35+ years of professionalism, knowledge and creative experience to the caregiving arena which benefits children of all ages.
Past nanny experience includes care for 4 children (incl. multiples) from birth to 4 years. Job specific responsibilities included...
Gwendolyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hi! My name is Shannon. I am 30 years old, I am married, and have 1 adorable 3-year-old boy. For the past 12 years, I have worked as a nanny, caregiver, aid, and even teacher at a daycare. I absolutely love kids! I have worked with kids with all different personalities and temperaments as well as children with learning...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have been involved in childcare for over 20 years. I am also a certified Transcendental Meditation teacher. My work has varied from running summer art and craft programs for preschoolers, as longtime nanny for an incredible family, running a Covid safe, in-home childcare throughout the pandemic, and as lead teacher in a nature...
Erin can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
My name is Ashley. I am a 20 yr old college student who enjoys meeting new people and interacting with kids. I have had experience with child care by watching my younger siblings, baby sitting for friends, and volunteering in nursery at my church. Although I enjoy having fun while working, I am reliable and like to keep things...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello hello!
My name is Juliette, and I have been working in education for 2 years as a high school English teacher and as a tutor for 4 years. I teach a wide variety of English learning skills both in the classroom and as a tutor. Some of these skills include: reading, composition, literature, grammar, and AP class prep. I'd...
Juliette can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Hi,
My name is Ellie and I'm 28 years old. I have a background in Sunday school teaching for children between the ages of 3-6 and I am currently a youth leader for students between the ages of 11-18. I spent time working as a behavioral therapist for children between ages 2-16 diagnosed with autism, as well. I hope to meet you...
Elisheva can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am the eldest of six children so I have a lot of experience watching and caring for young children. I worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 4 years until I was able to finish with my Nursing degree in May of 2023. I currently have a Multi-state Registered Nursing License. I have taught at a Christian school. I have a...
Jacquelynn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, my passion for caring for children stems from my fulfilling experiences in previous babysitting roles. I find great joy in positively impacting children's lives and supporting families by providing reliable care.
My approach to childcare is rooted in patience and understanding....
Chassity can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I considered myself as an creative, patience, active, responsable, multitasking person and also one of the most important things for me will be communication.
I'd describe my personality as multitasking, responsable, and caring.
I like working with kids because I love learning with them every day.
I'm looking for a job that...
Yokasta can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a daycare assistant, nanny, and babysitter and have an Early Childhood Education degree. I recently finished a 1 yr position with 2 school age children while on a wait list for their after school program. Previous to that a 2 year after school position as the family just moved out of state. As an after school...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Rebekah L.
Elgin, IL
$21-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Rebekah and I am a first year college student who will be pursuing a degree in education. I am an energetic person who loves the outdoors and sports, and I was captain of my school's volleyball team! I have years of volunteer experience at my local church, working with kids of all ages in classes and nurseries....
Elizabeth H.
Elgin, IL
$15-27/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience on being a nanny for 2 years. Due to the family moving far away I couldn't go with them. I will take care of any kid like it's my own
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Katelyn T.
Elgin, IL
$15-20/hr
Hi hi! I'm a girl who loves all things fun and creative! I'm super into nannying because kids bring out my inner kiddo. I'm all about making every moment a blast. I am the only child but I've grown up with my little cousins that I see as my baby siblings and I looove my relationship with them. Im working to be an amazing mother...
Katelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Elgin, IL
Elizabeth T.
5.0
I interviewed Elizabeth and felt she was dependable and trustworthy. She was punctual and pleasant and has tons of experience. Due to circumstances I wasn't able to work with her, but would consider hiring her in the near future if I may be so lucky!
- Anam A.
Dawn G.
5.0
Dawn started watching my daughter when she was about 7 weeks old. As a first time mom, I was very nervous about leaving my daughter to return back to work but Dawn alleviated all those fears immediately.
From the beginning Dawn was so nurturing and caring for my daughter and worked on tummy time...
- Andrea C.
Debe S.
5.0
Debe does an outstanding job when she cares for my two boys, 10 & 8. Both of which have ADHD. She not only engages them with different activities, such as games, baking, crafts, gardening, etc., but she also makes sure they aren’t plugged in and they eat healthy snacks. They love when Ms. Debe...
- Care member
Nelly F.
5.0
Nelly is an amazing nanny- she is very professional, efficient and excellent with kids !
- Care member
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FAQs for finding nannies in Elgin, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Elgin, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Elgin, IL is as of is $20.40 per hour as of May, 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 Elgin, IL?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 43 in Elgin, IL. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Elgin, IL?
You can find different nanny services in Elgin through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Elgin, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Elgin, IL nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Nannies in Elgin, IL are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.