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Hey there! im Bailey, and I absolutely adore nannying and I am excited and eager to find a family to connect with asap. I value communication, safety, honesty, kindness, creativity, outdoor play, and making the nannying experience seamless and positive for all! Let's connect at your earliest convenience and see if it's the right...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Miglena. I am available between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. M-F with some flexibility and availability on weekends. I have a passion for babies and young children. I have over 20 years of full time nanny experience and excellent references. I am very dependable and have a reliable car.
Miglena can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a hard working, nanny, household manager with years of experience. I owned and operated my own childcare center, licensed for 75 children for 16 years. I have worked with just about every kind of child. I'm very organized, respectful, punctual, and children and parents love me.
I have moved out of Wisconsin, and am living in...
Dena can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a nanny for children aged 3 to 12 years old, providing attentive and loving care. My responsibilities included preparing meals, organizing activities, and assisting with homework. I built strong bonds with the children, understanding their individual needs and preferences. This experience enhanced my skills in...
Emanuele can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Professional nanny looking for weekends, mornings, and date nights jobs!
-38 years old
- Degrees and experience in Psychology and Early Childhood Education
- Experience with neurodiverse children
- Excellent driving skills and a clean driving record
- Self-starter and positive attitude
- Reliable, punctual, and organized
-...
Hi! I am a compassionate nanny with over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My focus is on creating a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment where kids can thrive emotionally and mentally. Whether preparing meals, organizing activities, or managing naps, I handle each task with care, always following...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Nur S.
Highland Park, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Nur (26). I'm An Advanced Nanny/ Babysitter And Student In Lake County College.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Nur (27). I'm an advanced nanny/ babysitter. I'm graduated from University as a Food Engineer in Turkey. I have 2 more years experiences in Turkey. I worked as an art teacher with 7-11 years old in 2018 for 6 month volunteering project. I'm helping kids' growing up and I'm taking care of them with confidence all the...
Nur can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jessica H.
Highland Park, IL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Fun-loving And Compassionate Girl With 6 Years Of Experience Looking For Family In Need Of Nanny!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jess, and I am a 23-year-old artist residing in Logan Square. I have 6 years of child care experience and I am certified in CPR and first aid.
I have a wide range of time and experience caring for children, mainly due to growing up in a home daycare ran by my mother for children ages 10 weeks - 6 years old. I...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Giselle V.
Highland Park, IL
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bilingual Nanny Certified CPR And First Aid Training
Hi there! I'm seeking the opportunity to work with a family to help manage the needs of their children while offering a warm and welcoming environment for them to learn and grow. My experience comes from babysitting for friends, and family. I'm the oldest sibling and that alone comes with many responsibilities. From changing...
Giselle can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Maria D.
Highland Park, IL
$25/hr • 20 yrs exp
I'm a nanny with 20 years of experience, and my passion is fostering children's growth and development. My friendly and patient demeanor helps create a nurturing and protective environment for them to thrive. I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred method to discuss their child's day and address any...
Maria can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Cristal V.
Highland Park, IL
$22-34/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Cristal and I am looking for a full-time nanny position as the wonderful girl I watch transitions to school. I have 7 years of experience with all ages from 3 months to 7 years old. I am looking for Monday to Friday days, 34-40 hours a week. Excellent references, safe and responsible driver, CPR certified. I...
Cristal can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I live on the Northshore in Highland Park. I love children, doing crafts, building puzzles, going to the park, playing games that challenge one's mind. I have raised three boys on my own since the youngest was two and was able to hold a full time...
Marcia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as patient, dependable and fun
I like working with kids because it's the most important thing you can do for them and the future.
I'm looking for a job that values me and my skills, is consistent in communicating and who is ready to welcome a loving nanny into their family.
I started working with...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Veronica O.
Highland Park, IL
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families! My name is Veronica. I'm 5 years old and I from Argentina. I have great experience in the field of childcare. No matter what age or stage your child is at, I have experienced it and know how to handle it. I have been working as a nanny for almost 5 years (last 2 years as an Aupair).
I'm a Spanish native speaker...
Veronica can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Neena. and I am 20 years old. I am graduated from Highland Park High School and now am currently in college. I love to be outdoors, play soccer, and dance! I have been nannying/babysitting ages newborn-14 years old for about 6-7 years now. I also used to be a lifeguard for the park district of highland park and...
Neena can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a long-term nanny for 15+ years. I have worked for several families in different capacities.
Strengths:
-Instilling the importance of mindfulness, love and kindness to everyone
-Communication
-Positive reinforcement
-Instruction through play
-E-learning and select home school activities (Keep kids on task...
Shaundra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shaundra was our babysitter from December-May of the 2020-2021 school year. She helped our kids with their remote learning work, especially focused on our kindergarten daughter. She was incredibly patient and supportive to both of our kids, and she worked so hard...
Lisa B.
Lorena H.
Wheeling, IL
$15-20/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi , I'm very patient and very hardworking.
I working as a nanny for more them 10 years.
I was working with a wonderful family for 6 years.
With all skills , I have the capacitation and responsibility to take care of children.
Lorena can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lorena was fantastic! She easily kept my kiddo engaged and was happy to play his favorite games and do fun crafts together. I'll definitely invite her back. :)"
Suzy D.
5.0
(1)
I worked all my college years as a nanny during the day and went to college in the evening.
My nanny experience was with new born, toddlers and teenagers during all my 6 years of college. I continued taking care of the kids, tutoring them, driving them for activities, Dr apt. I also did grocery shopping, cooking and kids...
Amina can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Amina has been with our family since June 2023 when I returned to work and we needed care for our 4mo old daughter. I am so thankful that we found Amina. Both my husband and I work from home and we have two dogs. Amina has come in and integrated herself in very...
Laura B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ellen and I am 25 years old. I started babysitting at 14, and then throughout high school worked for a family with 1 boy and 1 girl (ages 5 & 8). While in college, I worked for a family during the summers as their family grew. I started when their oldest was 6 months (now 6), with their other two children now 4...
Ellen can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Ellen was a nanny for my two kids (1 and 4 when she started) for a year and a half, and we all miss her very much. She also used our car regularly to drive the children around. She has such a wonderful demeanor -- kind, calm, patient, reliable, and mature, and...
Lia D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Rebecca! I am currently a 1st grade teacher at an elementary school! In previous years I have taught Kindergarten and 3rd grade. I have my degree in Elementary Education (Birth-grade 6). I have worked with children from birth-12. I have tons of experience with kids through teaching, and nannying as well as...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca was great with our two boys (21 months and 5 years old). When we came back home, the younger one was happily snuggling with her while my older son was playing. I felt a great sense of relief seeing how comfortable they were with her."
Stephanie D.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Highland Park, IL
Shaundra M.
5.0
Shaundra worked with our family from 8/2022- 8/2024. Shaundra was a much needed stable and caring adult who calmly and lovingly was able to handle our son's special emotional needs while our family went through a difficult time in our lives.
Shaundra is dependable, loving, patient and able to think...
- Laura G.
Lorena H.
5.0
Lorena was fantastic! She easily kept my kiddo engaged and was happy to play his favorite games and do fun crafts together. I'll definitely invite her back. :)
- Suzy D.
Amina F.
5.0
Amina has been with our family since June 2023 when I returned to work and we needed care for our 4mo old daughter. I am so thankful that we found Amina. Both my husband and I work from home and we have two dogs. Amina has come in and integrated herself in very well with the whole family. She has...
- Laura B.
Ellen S.
5.0
Ellen was a nanny for my two kids (1 and 4 when she started) for a year and a half, and we all miss her very much. She also used our car regularly to drive the children around. She has such a wonderful demeanor -- kind, calm, patient, reliable, and mature, and she's also great at communicating with...
- Lia D.
Rebecca S.
5.0
Rebecca was great with our two boys (21 months and 5 years old). When we came back home, the younger one was happily snuggling with her while my older son was playing. I felt a great sense of relief seeing how comfortable they were with her.
- Stephanie D.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Highland Park, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Highland Park, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Highland Park, IL is as of is $21.53 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 Highland Park, IL?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 15 in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, IL?
You can find different nanny services in Highland Park 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 Highland Park, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.