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60 nannies are listed in Elmhurst, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Elmhurst, IL
5.0
(1)
I have excellent references! I have worked with children of all ages, even newborns. I have had 17 years of nanny experience, and over 20 years of babysitting experience. I am responsible, energetic, understanding, flexible, hardworking, fun, creative and organized. I have always cared for children all my life. I just love...
Magdalena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"I highly recommend Magdalena (Megie) D. as a nanny. She has been caring for our 5-year-old twins (a boy and a girl) for 3 years (August, 2008-August, 2011).
Megie is bright, reliable, and affectionate. She is also well-versed in child development, both due to...
Carolyn O.
Raquel G.
Elmhurst, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun,creative, Responsible Nanny Who Loves To See Kids Happy.
3.6
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I describe my personality as patient, loving, professional, and trustworthy.
I like to work with kids because they are fun, curious, and give happiness.
I like to be treated as part of the family, like I will take care of you as my own family
I started working as a nanny in my 20s .. 30 years ago with families in long...
Raquel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Raquel is fantastic. Always on time, dependable, cares for our baby so well and is all in a good person to work with!
Raquel has taken care of our baby from 4-7 months. She is extremely kind and conscientious with him—always talking and engaging him. He smiles as...
Care member
4.4
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Nadia, 29, Chicagoland born & raised. PT online student, child early development & psych. 12+ yrs experience- everything from babysitting to PT mothers helper to a FT live-in Nanny/House Manager. Most of my positions have had the role of house manager, as well as nanny. I own a reliable vehicle, seats 5, and have a clean...
Nadia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nadia loves what she does- she has a natural way with kids. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
About me: Hi! I have been nannying for about 16 years, and would love to tell you about my experiences and how/why I got started. I have worked with all ages, newborn to preteen. I am outgoing, outdoorsy, love having fun and like to believe I'm pretty creative. My goal as a nanny is to make sure your children are as happy and as...
Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Chelsea cares a lot about the children. She interacts and plays with them. She can juggle multiple children, drive them, feed meals, and manage your day to day schedule. "
Emily L.
Susan B.
Elmhurst, IL
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!
I was a professor at the Art Institute of Chicago while my kids were growing up. They are all now grown and on their own.
I've been both a part-time and full time nanny for an amazing family for the last 5 years. When I started, the children were ages 8, 6, 3 and newborn (3 boys, 1 girl). It has been fun watching them grow...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Susan is the best! My kids look forward to her coming over - they do crafts, games, dance parties.... She's always on time, very communicative and very responsible. When we unexpectedly lost our nanny she jumped in and didn't miss a beat. We wished she could have...
Melissa S.
Hi! I'm Megan, an undergraduate nursing student. I have experience caring for people of all ages and abilities, and am happy to help out however I can!
I am enthusiastic, patient and attentive. I've been babysitting for over seven years now and I really enjoy it!
A fun fact is that I am proficient in the Chinese language! I...
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
I have been a nanny for the past 20 years. I have experience with children ranging from newborns to teenagers.
Agnes can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Hi! My name is Kendall and I have been a nanny for the past 8 years. I am currently a personal assistant and looking to fill hours between 9 and 1. I start working for my other family at 2. I also am moving in June so I am looking for short term through the end of may. I have nannied for all age ranges and am comfortable with...
Kendall can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
I recently moved to the Naperville area. I was a women, infants, and children nutritionist before I moved here. Now I al looking for a full-time, long term, nanny position. I have my bachelor's degree in nutrition and I am passionate about child health, safety, and nutrition. I want to be a nanny because I love all the duties...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! I'm an elementary ed teaching looking for some extra work for while I am off on summer vacation. This year I taught sixth grade, and last year I taught fourth grade. I nannied all throughout high school. I am a very reliable, patient, and caring individual. Please reach out if you think I would be a good fit for your...
Hi I'm Mia! I saw your post and thought I'd reach out.
I am a college student studying Elementary Education at Miami University. I have 3 years of professional childcare experience working with children 1-12, have taken many classes about childcare as well as additional babysitting experience. I have a car and can help with...
Mia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a caring and responsible nanny with 6 years of experience providing nurturing care to children of various ages, from newborns to school aged kids. My approach to childcare is rooted in creating a safe, loving, and stimulating enviroment where children can thrive emotionally, socially, and intellectually.
Experienced in...
Wellen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
RN, CPR & First Aid certified. I started nannying almost 10 years ago. When my 5 kids started having children of their own. I started caring for a newborn and stayed with the family through a second child, until they moved. I then started with another family of 3 small children. I mainly took care of the babies/children,...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a part time nannying job in the Old Town/ Lincoln Park area. I am currently getting my masters in infant and early childhood development. All my classes are at night however I have internship Tues & Thurs until May 1st. Right now, I am looking for a couple days and can be flexible with my hours! Once this...
Megan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
I am reliable and motivated to provide a great experience for my clients. A little bit about me is I adore crafting, painting, exploring the outdoors, and creating fun new ways to engage children. I currently work part time instructing painting classes at a Bottle & Bottega and frequently host children's parties. In addition I...
Bianca can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient and creative nature, combined with my 10 years of experience, allows me to provide a nurturing and engaging environment for your child. I understand the importance of open communication and will keep you updated on your child's day. With my experience...
Hello Everyone!
My name is Emily, I am 19 years old and a second year at Elmhurst University. I currently live on campus as a full time student as well (yay!!) I have helped my mom babysit since I was about 14 years old and have experience with kids ranging from toddlers to teenagers I would say I have 4 years of experience as...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny with over 20 years experience. In Arizona I was an assistant special needs teacher and assistant kindergarten teacher, Director of the Before and After School program for 8 years. I was also a Childcare Assistant Director at a childcare facility in Arizona. Since January 2012, in Illinois, I was a nanny...
Deborah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Antonio S.
Elmhurst, IL
$25-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Antonio. I am looking for full time or part time opportunities. I am a triplet and I live on the Southside of Elmhurst with my family, and have been nannying for four years. I was a nanny for an 11-year-old boy in Elmhurst for over a year and a half during the pandemic. I would drive him twice a week to hockey...
Sara S.
Elmhurst, IL
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm Sara and I'm studying at College of DuPage to become a music teacher. I've been babysitting for 5 years and have a car. I love doing crafts, sports, music, homework, and whatever other activities are needed while nannying.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Elmhurst, IL
Magdalena D.
5.0
I highly recommend Magdalena (Megie) D. as a nanny. She has been caring for our 5-year-old twins (a boy and a girl) for 3 years (August, 2008-August, 2011).
Megie is bright, reliable, and affectionate. She is also well-versed in child development, both due to experience with other nanny jobs and a...
- Carolyn O.
Raquel G.
5.0
Raquel is fantastic. Always on time, dependable, cares for our baby so well and is all in a good person to work with!
Raquel has taken care of our baby from 4-7 months. She is extremely kind and conscientious with him—always talking and engaging him. He smiles as soon as he sees her, and clearly...
- Care member
Nadia C.
5.0
Nadia loves what she does- she has a natural way with kids.
- Care member
Chelsea W.
5.0
Chelsea was our full time nanny over the last 12 months. She's a dream come true and became a true member of the family. She's everything you want in a nanny - gentle but disciplined, creative but active, clean but willing to get messy, independent but takes direction. It breaks our heart to see her...
- Whitney T.
Susan B.
5.0
Susan is the best! My kids look forward to her coming over - they do crafts, games, dance parties.... She's always on time, very communicative and very responsible. When we unexpectedly lost our nanny she jumped in and didn't miss a beat. We wished she could have been our been our new nanny, but was...
- Melissa S.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Elmhurst, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Elmhurst, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Elmhurst, IL is as of is $22.32 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 Elmhurst, IL?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 34 in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, IL?
You can find different nanny services in Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Elmhurst, IL nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Nannies in Elmhurst, IL are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.