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60 nannies are listed in Great Lakes, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 5 years
Nannies in Great Lakes, IL
5.0
(1)
Hello Parents! My name is Sydney and I am currently 19 years old. I was born in Missouri but raised in sunny south florida where I lived until I was 18. I moved to the northern suburbs to live with my sister while I figured out what I wanted to do with my life. To say I love children would be an understatement. After much...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sydney has been watching our 18m old since he was an infant. She takes such great care of him and he loves seeing her. They play together, she handles dinner, bath and bedtime; it’s always so smooth. She’s very reliable and a great person in general! "
Care member
I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children, supporting families, and providing a reliable childcare option. As a patient, calm, creative, and friendly individual, I strive to make a positive impact on the lives of children in my care.
With three years of childcare experience, I am comfortable caring for one child at...
Alyssa W.
Great Lakes, IL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! Im Alyssa a podiatric medical student in the area. I have over 5 years of experience with past babysitting jobs and summer nanny experiences. I find joy in supporting families and providing reliable childcare. My patient and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Do you work nights, want to enjoy a night out, want sleep while your baby is safe and loved? My name is Bianca, and I genuinely love supporting families providing awake, safe high quality night care.
I have gained over 10+ years professional experience caring for babies, children, and teenagers as a babysitter, nanny,...
Bianca can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
4.5
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had learned through the years of being a nanny that it is not just a job. To be a nanny is not just an everyday shift but it is a duty that will help the children to be cultivate encourage them to be the individual they will be in the future. A nanny also communicates with the Parents & always tries to follow their preferences...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"Stephanie worked with our family for almost a year and half. She helped care for my two boys. She did her job very well when she was here but there were major issues with reliability. We had to stop using her services due to our other financial demands. We gave her...
Nancy E.
5.0
(1)
I am 37 living with my husband and 15yr old daughter. My husband and I have been married for 16yrs. I have been in the childcare industry for a little over 15 years. What I offer for you is: caring for your child, transportation to and from school/after school activities, cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping/general...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Ashley for almost three years now, and believe her to be a wonderful, nurturing and responsible caretaker. Her positive attitude combined with her constant efforts to create a safe and clean environment for children truly reflects the quality of care...
Alexandria S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced, patient, and compassionate provider of nurturing, fun-filled, loving care. I come from a family where I am the oldest of 4 children, have experience of working with children of all ages, and have had many cultural opportunities from traveling, attending camps, and having the experience of having nannies in my own...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meghan is very responsible and reliable. She is caring and kind. I would definitely hire her again!"
Former Member A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of twins one of whom has autism and with 15 years of professional nanny experience. They are both attending college now. As a mother myself, I understand the hard, important and difficult decision of finding someone to trust enough to give you that peace of mind knowing that your children are in great capable hands...
Mona can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mona is a very loving and playful while also being incredibly responsible and careful. I trust her inherently with my three children. She is a very gifted caregiver with all ages."
Rachel G.
Lila A.
Waukegan, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny And Housekeeper With Over 20 Years Of Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced nanny and housekeeper with over 20 years of experience with North Shore families with children ranging from newborns to teenagers. Depending on the needs of the parents and their family, my duties have ranged from child care, laundry, light housekeeping, making meals, organizing, driving children (school, activities,...
5.0
"Highly Recommended Nanny and Housekeeper
Lila is a very trustworthy and highly responsible nanny who has worked with our family for over 13 years. She has helped take care of my children from toddlers to teenagers. Her housekeeping skills are impeccable. As...
Toby W.
5.0
(3)
Hello, My name is Margaret . I grew up in Highland Park, Illinois and have had an affinity for children at an early age. I started babysitting my nieces and nephews, especially during the summer. I always invented creative and fun games, and I find that children have always connected to my personality and my exciting spirit. I...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Very sweet with children. House was picked up & clean when I returned. She fed them what I prepared, etc"
Kristin R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexandria, and I'm a stay at home mom to a 1-year-old boy!
I am hoping to find a position watching 1-2 children either at my home or yours along with my son. Prior to working in health care I worked full time as a nanny for 7 years. I mostly watched infants-toddlers/ preschool age kids, but also have watched...
Alexandria can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexandria Nannied for my infant son for about 8 months and has babysat for my older son who is five several times as well. She is incredibly sweet, absolutely loves babies & takes wonderful care of them too. I'd like to add my son was VERY fussy and she never let...
Kimberly H.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Margaret D.
5.0
(1)
Responsible Nanny providing over 10+years of professional childcare experience. Enjoys working with children and committed to promoting children's physical, mental, and emotional development in partnership with parents. CPR and First Aid certified and equipped with a driver's license to provide reliable and flexible assistant to...
Ronke can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a responsible and caring individual on the hunt for a nanny job. I love working with children and helping them grow up happy and healthy.
I have 3 years of experience and I'm always ready to assist your family. I enjoy playing with kids, teaching them new things, and creating a safe environment for their...
Tetiana can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dependable and very responsible. Very smart and is a quick learner. Would highly recommend."
Rick B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sara and I'm a full-time career nanny! I am looking for a date-night family and I'm hoping I can fill that role for you! I have 7 years of childcare experience with children between the ages of 6-weeks to 14 years old. I am Covid, flu, and Tdap vaccinated. I am CPR/First Aid certified! I have my own transportation...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"We have hired Sara several times to help with our baby and four year old. She does a great job and our kids love her! She is energetic and very experienced. My son is always excited when Sara comes to watch him! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a third year medical student and am looking for work. I would love to get you know you and your family!
I love kids and have had a variety of experiences caring for them. I have 7 nieces and nephews (2 y/o - 13 y/o) whom I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. Professionally, I babysat local kids as well as...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I had a great experience working with Samantha. I hired her to watch my 5 month old while visiting Asbury Park from out of town. While my child was sleeping during the duration of her stay, she was punctual, a great communicator, reliable and genuinely seemed to...
Jolly B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alyssa. I am 22 years old and a second grade bilingual teacher! I Speak both English and Spanish. I recently graduated from Illinois State University where I studied Bilingual Elementary Education. I have lots of experience with kids, as I was a camp counselor for 3 years and have been babysitting since I was in...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Perfect for my family. She is dependable, patient and my kids love her!"
Crystal Y.
Alyssa D.
Gurnee, IL
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alyssa, I am a very patient, caring individual who loves working with children. I have lots of experience working with all ages, I've worked at day camps, day cares, as a youth gymnastics coach and have lots of babysitting/ nannying experience! I am currently studying to become an early childhood education and special...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"An absolute gem of a find taking care of my two little ones for the past year. Incredibly reliable and communicative with me and engaging and fun for the kids. Goes the extra mile to build a relationship with the family. Would highly recommend!"
Christine E.
5.0
(5)
Most recently, I nannied an infant full time from the time she was 8 weeks until she turned a year old. I then nannied 3 kids ages 4-9 part time while in undergrad. Since then, I've had a job in research for two years before moving to the North Chicago area to pursue my graduate degree. I'm looking to get back into babysitting...
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is wonderful. Kind. Thoughtful. Intelligent. And responsible. She's the best. Truly."
Brandi C.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Bernadette, I have 20+years of experience as a nanny/Au pair/camp counselor/daycare assistant.
I've cared for kids between the ages of newborn -16 years. I have experience with multiple kids at a time. I'm fun-loving caring and safety conscious, I love being outdoors, taking kids to the playground, having picnics,...
Bernadette can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We really enjoyed meeting her. She would be a great asset for any family. "
Jill S.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Great Lakes, IL
Sydney W.
5.0
Sydney has been watching our 18m old since he was an infant. She takes such great care of him and he loves seeing her. They play together, she handles dinner, bath and bedtime; it’s always so smooth. She’s very reliable and a great person in general!
- Care member
Stephanie D.
3.0
Stephanie worked with our family for almost a year and half. She helped care for my two boys. She did her job very well when she was here but there were major issues with reliability. We had to stop using her services due to our other financial demands. We gave her two weeks notice and asked that...
- Nancy E.
Ashley R.
5.0
I have known Ashley for almost three years now, and believe her to be a wonderful, nurturing and responsible caretaker. Her positive attitude combined with her constant efforts to create a safe and clean environment for children truly reflects the quality of care that she can offer to you and your...
- Alexandria S.
Meghan K.
5.0
Meghan is very responsible and reliable. She is caring and kind. I would definitely hire her again!
- Former Member A.
Mona M.
5.0
Mona is a very loving and playful while also being incredibly responsible and careful. I trust her inherently with my three children. She is a very gifted caregiver with all ages.
- Rachel G.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Great Lakes, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Great Lakes, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Great Lakes, IL is as of is $20.60 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 Great Lakes, IL?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 5 in Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, IL?
You can find different nanny services in Great Lakes 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 Great Lakes, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Great Lakes, IL nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Nannies in Great Lakes, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.