I have a vast amount of experience ranging from providing nursing assistant care in a Pediatric Acute Unit and Peds ICU unit to working as a nanny for a high profile family in Germany. Because of my healthcare experience, I have worked with children of all ages and those who have special needs as well. I understand the need for...
Cody can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Hello families! My name is Alyssa! I am 23 years old looking for a family to nanny or babysit for! I am an early childhood teachers assistant therefore I have the summers off and am looking for something to occupy me over break. I am CPR certified, experienced with special education, and have my own form of transportation as...
Hello parents! My name is Jasmine and I recently moved to Illinois from Louisiana. I am currently a senior in a nursing program, so I am certified in CPR and Basic Life Saving Skills through American Red Cross. I am the oldest child of 5 children, so I have plenty of experience with caring for little ones from newborn to...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine is a delight! She is wonderful with my children, very flexible for our needs, and reliable. She has a natural, caring nature, and I would highly recommend. "
I worked in a Montessori school for 3 years as a teachers assistant and I was a nanny for 8 years and I'm currently a nanny in downers grove ( is taking care of my a 4-year-old boy and 6-year-old boy Monday through Friday from 8-5pm)but my job is ending in two weeks and looking for a job ASAP to bring my daughter with me because...
Kristina can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"I have hired 4 nannies over the year's and I can say, without hesitation, that Kristina was our top and favorite nanny of all! She is energetic (always outside with the kids and/or actively playing or teaching them things), responsible and very caring. She has...
Hello! My name is Karoline and this is about me:
-I am looking for evening or weekends & occasional date nights as I am a full-time college student.
-I am also CPR/Aed/First-Aid certified! I have 6+ Years in Childcare and 4+ years with pets.
-I would describe myself as a kind, creative, & funny individual who is very...
Karoline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karoline is very reliable and always provided excellent care to our children."
Hello, I'm Courtney! I am currently seeking a part-time nanny-share position where I would watch your kiddo and also bring my baby girl along (born 11/13/23). Hoping to find a family interested in having our little ones socialize together!
A little about me- I have 10+ years of experience in early childhood and also went to...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Courtney has always been amazing to my 2 kids. She has been taking care of my son since he was 3 months old. She would always do creative activities with him and also she was very good about keeping me updated with photos and videos which kept me at ease. She would...
Hi there, my name is Raneem. I am a part-time Firefighter. I have 3 years of experience in ems and with kids, I have a 16-month-old baby brother myself I love to take care of and helped raise my 2 sisters from new borns. I nannied for years after high school in my neighborhood and through various towns/cities. I've always had a...
Raneem can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Hi my name is Chris. I have 3 beautiful girls that I have raised. Keeping children active and busy is what I have found works best to raising healthy happy kids.
I have newborn experience. Current family I cared for the day she came home from hospital and her brother who was 18 months old at the time. Prior family child was 2...
Christine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Chris has a kind and gentle heart. She is more than dependable. She is a women of her word. And her smile is the best."
Hi, I'm Heather. Thanks for taking the time to read my profile. Here is a little information about me. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education. I have spent most of my life caring for young children. My experience started with babysitting, being a nanny, and working as a toddler teacher. Lastly I'm also a mom of two sweet...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Heather is amazing with children. She is creative, patient and reliable. Her education background makes her an amazing resource to any family!"
Hi,
I'm Tanya! I've been a nanny for various families in the Chicagoland area for many years. As an experienced mom with over 15 years in the childcare field, I am well positioned to join your family and make an immediate positive impression. I have expertise in the following areas: Postpartum Care, Newborn Care (singles,...
Tanya can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tanya is wonderful! She was a night nanny for our newborn and we trusted her completely. She’s a joy to be around and you can rest easy knowing she’s taking care of your little one. Highly recommend!"
Nanny with 4 plus years of experience caring for children ages between 3 months-9 years old. As a nanny I have had the pleasure to help kids with their school work, learning, hands on activities, going on walks, and taking them to the park. I also do some house hold chores such as making lunch/dinner for the kids, dishes,...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily has been so wonderful for our family! We love working with her."
Hi! My name is Jamie I am 22 years old and have nannied children of all ages for the past 6 years. I am also in real estate but my schedule is flexible. I am looking for something a couple days a week for some extra income! Message me to connect and see if we would make a good fit!
Jamie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
I have nannied & babysat for several families over the years. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my reviews from the previous families. I am a US Veteran and homeschooling mom of 3 boys (7, 4 & 6-month-old).
I look forward to hearing about your family and how I may be able to help.
Yanira can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our family had the pleasure of employing Yanira as a full time nanny for our daughter. She did an amazing job and was truly an extension of our family. Yanira was always punctual, dependable and arrived daily with high energy. She always put our daughters safety...
Hello there,
I'm Hannah! I have been a nanny/babysitter for 6 years. I am CPR certified, and have taken various child development classes. I love working with children. I have worked with kids from 10 months-10 years old. I have my own vehicle, and I am comfortable with ALL pets. I love animals!!
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"she was very kind to my children and they love her!"
Hello! My name is Hunter and I have been a nanny/babysitter for 5 years. My last assignment was for three years! I have babysat all ages. I am currently a junior at Lewis University studying exercise science and am a volleyball coach. I love to stay active and love teaching kids to love exercise and my favorite sport! I would...
Hunter can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Hi! My name is Sarah and I'm 27 years old. I have been a Nanny for many families for 14 years to children of all ages ranging from pre-mature newborns to 16 years old. I have Nannied for families with up to 4 children 6 days a week, occasionally weekends, and sometimes 1-2 weeks at a time. I was an assistant for clubs and sports...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is very responsible. She is caring, trustworthy, friendly, and hard working. She strives to meet the expectations of any job given to her. She loves working with children of all ages. She enjoys playing games,doing crafts and puzzles. She likes to read and...
I'm looking for a nice family that I can get to know and help in any way! I'm 23 and just finishing up my degree in child psychology. I have 4+ years of experience nannying all age ranges as well as multiples. I love getting to know each child individually and planning activities for them. Will clean and cook as needed, and I...
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very caring and prioritizes the development of children with her background of psychological developmental research. She ensures the kids are fed with a healthy diet and enables an amazing educational environment!"
I have been caring for children in different settings for many years as both a nanny and a pediatric nurse. I have cared for all ages (newborn to 15yrs old). I keep children active in exploring the world around them. I love watching children learn and experience new things. A good knowledgeable of age related milestones is a...
Janet can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Janet was amazing!! She went above and beyond for our 17 year old dog who broke a bone the week we were leaving. She took wonderful care of her and loved her like her own. It was comforting knowing we had a caregiver living so close to us with the flexibility to do...
I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...
Wendy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better sitter for them. She always had activities planned and available should the kids be interested, and she was totally...
I have been around kids in many different capacities before! I was a nanny full time for 2 different families, I babysit a 2-year-old about once a week, I watched my coaches kids before and my younger cousins several times. I am also experienced with kids because I coach younger girls in volleyball. I am crafty but also sporty....
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily is very caring, considerate and reliable. Our son loved having her watch him. She was so reliable during the pandemic and greatly helped while we all were working from home. She took precautions and ensured our son was safe as well"
Pooja S.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Elwood, IL
Jasmine L.
5.0
Jasmine is a delight! She is wonderful with my children, very flexible for our needs, and reliable. She has a natural, caring nature, and I would highly recommend.
- Emily N.
Kristina N.
5.0
I have hired 4 nannies over the year's and I can say, without hesitation, that Kristina was our top and favorite nanny of all! She is energetic (always outside with the kids and/or actively playing or teaching them things), responsible and very caring. She has treated my two sons (ages 4 and 6)...
- Melissa S.
Karoline C.
5.0
Karoline is very reliable and always provided excellent care to our children.
- Care member
Courtney H.
4.0
Hiring Courtney as our nanny was the best decision we ever made! For almost two years, she didn't just care for our daughter—she became a part of our family. Courtney's reliability, trustworthiness, and genuine care made her remarkable. She didn't just meet the highest standards of care; she also...
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How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Elwood, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Elwood, IL is as of is $20.00 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 Elwood, IL?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Elwood, IL?
You can find different nanny services in Elwood 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 Elwood, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.