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Khakhanang W.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Experienced Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Fern. I am a mother of 4, age 12, 11, 9, and 7. I have been working with kids for over 15 years. I am very flexible, friendly, easy-going and loving mother. I love children and they love me. If you are looking for a fun and responsible nanny to care for your child. That's me! I always find things to do with...
Khakhanang can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Fern has worked for me when I needed help last minute and on Saturdays, in addition to other scheduled days. She is very professional, well-mannered, and great with our family; especially our son who loves her. She is extremely respectful in our home and good...

Renee K.

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Heather M.


Lake Geneva, WI

$35/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time MT Nanny, Loads Of Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Looking to find some summer nannying work! I'm 29, have worked in education for 9 years and have been a nanny for 9+ years with a couple different families. I have 3 degrees - my Associate's in Art, Bachelor's in Liberal Studies, and Master's in Education. I love spending my time outside, being goofy, animals, doing fun...
Heather can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Heather watched my four children and they absolutely love her. She is hands on and interacts with the children. She cooked the dinner, played board games, and took them to the park. We will definitely be hiring Heather again she is amazing!!!"

Janice T.

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Danielle K.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Caring Experienced Occasional/Date-Night Sitter!

3.5

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Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Danielle, I am 25 years old and I have a passion for working with children! Currently, I'm a nanny to two girls in North Barrington, who are 7 and 9 yrs. I have been with this family for almost 8 years. I'm looking for a new full-time position due to the children being back in school and the girls don't need me as...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Danielle was fantastic with our kids. They had some fun with her before she put them to bed. She arrived promptly and was understanding when we got home 15 minutes late. We will definitely ask her to watch our kids again."

Heidi H.

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Emily M.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15-27/hr10 yrs exp

I am a SAHM to 2 kiddos. Before motherhood I nannied for 10 years. For the past three years I have been watching children again, I currently care for a 3-year-old and 23m old one day a week and have been caring for their family for 2. 5 years. I had also been watching a 13m old, three days a week for the past 8months but they...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Emily is kind, trustworthy and great with children. Her creative crafts and fun ideas keep our child entertained, while also learning."

Jessica R.

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Vanessa A.


McHenry, IL

$20-24/hr19 yrs exp

Fun, Loving And Energetic Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for over 10 years. It's a incredibly rewarding job. I have been part of many wonderful families who have become my family too. I'm a very patient, reliable, and nurturing person who loves doing fun activities and going on adventures! I also make sure to always have good communication with the family. That's...
Vanessa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Vanessa watched my two girls for years. She helped in so many ways. We had to move out of the area, and we miss her so much. Vanessa is definitely talented and caring with children. Any family would be crazy not to utilize her, and her big heart."

Daniel L.

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Dawn C.


McHenry, IL

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother And Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of a 21 yr old son, a 28-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 7-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...
Dawn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"In order to understand Dawn, I have to tell you the environment. My son, M, was born was severe chronic respiratory disease and epilepsy. M was mentally 1 month old and confined to a wheelchair, ventilator and feeding tube. We we through every home nursing...

Mike A.

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Cheri A.


Huntley, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I love being a Nanny and being a positive role model to children of all ages. Children are always encouraged to be creative, self thinkers, silly, helpful, caring and well mannered by me as their Nanny. Babies are constantly nurtured by me with a soft kind voice, gentle caring touch, playful demeanor, and knowledge to...
Cheri can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Cheri has been amazing in our multiple times of trusting her with our kiddos. She focuses on interactive games and keeps them engaged without the use of electronics. No screen time!!! My kids love their time with Mrs Cheri."

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Jackie Z.


Genoa City, WI

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I love children of all ages. I have over 10 years of nanny and childcare experience with ages from infancy to pre teen. I am looking for a longer term commitment and can work Monday through Friday, but I can also work part time as well to be flexible with your schedule. I can also take children to activities etc, if need...
Jackie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We were fortunate to have Jackie as our nanny for nearly three years, starting just before our daughter's second birthday until she turned five and began school full-time. Jackie has been nothing short of amazing throughout this time. She provided exceptional care...

Emily M.

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Kailee V.


Woodstock, IL

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! My name is Kailee and I'm 22 years old. I am the oldest of 3 sisters and 1 brother. I owe the start of my Early childhood experience to my little brother and sister (5&7). I currently work at an early childhood school as a Lead Preschool Teacher/ Floater. I have been working there for 2 years since November 2023. I...
Kailee can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"She's a great babysitter. My daughter loved her and wants to go back."

Nora V.

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Karla D.


Delavan, WI

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Mature Caring Nanny With The Warmth Of Mary Poppins!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I served as a professional nanny for a family for over 10 years. Providing housekeeping services, laundry care and grocery pick up were among some of the many things I do to help run a smooth household. Now with a family of my own, I still feel myself drawn to help other families. I love singing and reading to kids of all ages....
Karla can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

4.0
"Karla was our morning nanny for four years during the time our girls were in kindergarten until they started fourth grade. Her responsibilities included helping our girls navigate their morning routine, getting them on the bus and light housework (laundry,...

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Sarah D.


Williams Bay, WI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Joyful, Patient, Trustworthy And Fun-loving Nanny!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely love taking care of kids! I have over 15 years of experience working with children in a school setting & being a nanny, and I also have 2 daughters of my own. I love to read with kids, make crafts, play outside and go to the park or for a walk. I've also been a Special Ed. aide, worked in a school library and I...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ryelee F.


McHenry, IL

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable & Enthusiastic Nanny!

Hi! My name is Ryelee. I've been babysitting/nannying since I was in high school, I'm now 29! I'm a parent myself so I understand the importance of a child's needs being met. With that said I'm looking for a family who will allow me to bring my almost 3 yr old daughter with me. I enjoy planning activities and doing arts and...
Ryelee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Anne M.


Lake Geneva, WI

$15/hr

Life Experience Nanny

Since I was 11 years old I have either babysat or was a nanny until I left college. 17 years later I can say I have raised two exceptionally sweet, respectful and successful teenagers. I am comfortable with all ages and duties involved with childcare. I offer a maturing, stimulating environment for your little one. Tuesday's and...
Anne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
I am a mom to a 10-year-old boy. Just looking to help other families out. I love kids and was a nanny for most my teen years. I am always available.
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
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Paige C.


McHenry, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare

Hello! I'm Paige & a graduate of UW-Whitewater - B. S. E. Majored in Kinesiology & Minored in Health Promotion. For the first 2 Summers of college I nannied for a family, 2 kids aged 7 & 11. The last 3 Summers of college I managed pools & babysat. Before graduating, I took an Internship at YMCA Camp Duncan. I taught 25 Outdoor...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Shiloh and I am 24 years old. I've had great experiences in the field of childcare as I've been taking care of kids for the past 9 years. I've worked as a nanny all throughout high school as well as college. I'm currently working at LifeTime Fitness as a Yoga Teacher and I'm a student at Harper College
Shiloh can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ryan K.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Ryan. I'm available for babysitting and/or petsitting. Words to describe me would be honest, kind & reliable. In my spare time, I like to workout, watch & play sports. Fitness is very important to me. I am CPR certified and enjoy my work at the fitness center at UW-Whitewater where I am currently a business major with a...
Ryan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Shelby P.


McHenry, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello. My name is Shelby. I am 29 years old. I work from home. I have been a nanny for over 10 years. I have experience with infants to toddlers. I'm experienced working with kids who are going through potty training. I enjoy cooking, spending time with my dog and being in my jeep during the summer! I am reliable and...
Shelby can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
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Aurio G.


Huntley, IL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care

Hii! I'm a 23-year-old part time college student, looking to bring laughter and creativity into your home. I'm a fun loving nanny with 5-years of experience, caring for kiddos ages 0-16. As a church leader I planned and lead, lessons and activities for elementary students . I also learned how important it is to include kindness,...
Aurio can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

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Morgan P.


Genoa City, WI

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Morgan and I am a 23-year-old in search of a babysitting/ nanny job in my area. I am currently a stay at home mom and have the biggest heart for little ones. In the past I have worked as a lead teacher at a Montessori school and have completed multiple courses towards my Montessori teacher certification. I...

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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Harvard, IL

Khakhanang W.

5.0

Fern has worked for me when I needed help last minute and on Saturdays, in addition to other scheduled days. She is very professional, well-mannered, and great with our family; especially our son who loves her. She is extremely respectful in our home and good about keeping a schedule that fits my...

- Renee K.

Heather M.

5.0

Where do I even begin with this amazing girl??? Heather was nothing but short of INCREDIBLE with our boys. From the moment we sat down for an interview with her, we just knew she was perfect for the job. She was able to relate and adapt in a unique situation (blended family/stepkids) and the kids...

- Nina H.

Danielle K.

5.0

Danielle was a big help when I needed a last minute babysitter. She was responsive to messages (and forgiving when I missed a scheduled call!). She was great with my kids and they loved playing with her, they can't wait to have her back again! Danielle was also great with my dogs... I don't know how...

- Emily V.

Emily M.

5.0

Emily watched our three children for several years. She came to our house in the early am. Her responsibilities included waking the children, help with morning routine, packing lunches and getting the older two kids on the bus. She then stayed with our youngest until my wife arrived home. She always...

- Care member

Vanessa A.

5.0

Vanessa has been AMAZING for my family. She started nannying my daughter over 6 months ago and it's been so wonderful to see how comfortable my daughter is with her. Vanessa not only keeps her safe and comfortable, she constantly plays and engages with her, which is so important! I don't know what I...

- Care member

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