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60 nannies are listed in Island Lake, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 8 years
Nannies in Island Lake, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
6 years of experience between two families. 2008-2010, I was a part-time with a family in St. Charles caring for two children ages 3 and 8 when I started. Responsible for preparing healthy meals, laundry, keeping house tidy. I have organized arts & crafts projects and learning and reading activities. I walked to parks and...
Katarzyna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katrina was one of my mother's caregivers. She was always punctual and responsible. But, best of all she was a loving, caring companion to my mother. She was responsible for providing meds on time, keeping my mother safe, clean and entertained. She helped bath and...
Jena A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hey families!
My name is Maya, I'm 23 years old. I have experience with infants-elementary school children. I've been a nanny for 5+ years but worked with children in different settings before becoming a full time nanny.
Maya can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I needed a last-minute sitter for my sister's children in time for my child-free wedding since her original sitter fell through. Maya was there to save the day!
While she started out communicating with me, she was more than willing to call my sister to chat...
Nathaly R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Carli and I am 32 years old. I have a 10-year-old son and our family lives in Cary.
I am currently in school for massage therapy which I attend on Mondays and Wednesdays.
I was a former full time nanny from 2015 to 2021. Before that I have 8 years of babysitting experience. My availability would be Tuesday,...
Carli can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carli was great! Very friendly and great with kids. We wish our our position was not temporary or we would have definitely used her!"
Katie G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 47-year-old mom of 3 grown children. I have a son in the Marine's, another son is a firefighter and a daughter who has blessed me with two beautiful grandchildren. Besides raising my own children which gives me lots of experience I also have been a Nanny during this time. I enjoy arts and crafts, taking walks to the parks,...
Jody can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"We love Jody! She currently watches our 17 month old one day a week as well as all 3 of our children a second day of the week (including 3 year old twins). She just jumps right in and is great with all of them. We know they're in great hands when Jody's there. In...
Deanna A.
4.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of a 20 yr old son, a 26-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 6-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, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her."
Shannon C.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Flor M.
Mundelein, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello , My name is Flor and I'm the nanny you been looking for . Many of the families I had the pleasured to work with know me also as Mary Poppins!!!! I enjoy working with kids and learn with them. I have many years of experience with different ages . I'm also a mother of 2 ( adult now ) kids . One of my hobbies is to cook and...
Flor can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Flor helped take care of our boys after school for 1 month. She was always on time, made sure to get them to their activities, and always cooked a healthy dinner for them. She is a wonderful, caring person. "
Alison B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I am a career nanny with over 20 years experience. I went to Harper College for Early Childhood Development and I am also Montessori Certified. I have worked in infant daycare centers, a Montessori School, as well as many years nanny experience with children from newborn - 18. I have two successful grown children of my...
Bonnie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Bonnie is hands down the most wonderful caregiver I know. She has cared for my 3 children under 7 for over a year now and she has made our lives so much easier and just wonderful. She is loving, has tons of experience developing young minds and is just all around...
Tara H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 32-year-old Wisconsin native who transplanted to Illinois in 2017. I love to read and be active outdoors - I have a dog who helps make sure I make it outdoors regularly. I have over 14 years of childcare experience. For the last six years, I have worked as a full-time nanny for two wonderful families I met through care....
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Mary J.
Cary, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 28+ years of work experience with young children. I started working in a child care center when I was 16 years old. I then followed my passion for children as I received my college degree in Early Childhood Administration, with certification in Infant and Toddler programming, and Preschool Education. I have been a lead...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary and her husband have provided before and after school care for our son (5 years) and our daughter (two years). They have made sure the kids get to school on time and get picked up afterwards. We have been happy with this arrangement."
Beth G.
Hi, I am a wife, college student and auntie to some very cute little's. I have been babysitting for children since I was 13, however I have been nannying as my full-time job for almost 6 years. I have experience with babies, toddlers, elementary aged children, pre-teens, multiples and multiple infants. I love being outside,...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since my freshman year of high school. I love children and am looking for a family to help.
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Meagan W.
Ingleside, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
29 years old, mama of 4-year-old daughter. Have been a nanny for 10+ years. Look forward to speaking with you
Meagan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Caitlin B.
Cary, IL
$37/hr • 9 yrs exp
I recently moved back to Illinois after graduating from UW-Madison with a degree in Neurobiology. For the past 5 years I have worked as a Physical Therapy Aide at a local hospital in Madison. Essentially I became my departments designated babysitter over the past couple of years. love working with children of all ages and have...
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting from the age of 13; the kids range from 3 weeks to 13 years old. I have babysat up to seven kids at a time. Was a camp counselor at an all girls camp teaching tennis. I was also a live in nanny. I nannied five kids ages 6 and under. I am able to drive and have a lot of experience. I am really good with...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Samantha. With a decade of experience in childcare, my journey has been enriching and diverse. I embarked on this path as a TA in a daycare, where I discovered my passion for nurturing young minds. Since then, I've expanded my expertise to babysitting and nannying roles that I've embraced with enthusiasm.
My...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Alexis C.
McHenry, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Alexis I am 21 years old. Currently, I am a full-time nanny and have been for the last four years. I am looking to make a little extra cash hoping to move out on my own soon. So this is for those date nights, weekends, quick few hours out, etc. I am free Monday-Friday from 6am-10am, and Saturdays anytime! I am...
I have worked with many different baby-sitting families and have worked with many different ages of children. I love athletics and working with children. I worked at a community recreation center and pool for eight years. I am energetic and responsible. I speak Spanish fluently. I spent my time in college (undergraduate studies)...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Hello! My name is Mariah and I am 19 years old. I am currently taking a gap year and just completed my associates degree at MCC. I've worked with kids of all ages through volunteering at my church in the nursery and youth camps. I have also been a babysitter in the past.
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Island Lake, IL
Katarzyna C.
5.0
Kat is a fantastic caregiver. She goes above and beyond in her role as a caregiver. She cared for my mother who suffers from dementia. Kat goes out of way to make the family and person she is caring for feel at ease. She is attentive, hardworking, has great communication and is very easy to work...
- Caitlin K.
Maya C.
5.0
I needed a last-minute sitter for my sister's children in time for my child-free wedding since her original sitter fell through. Maya was there to save the day!
While she started out communicating with me, she was more than willing to call my sister to chat about the kids and anything they might...
- Nathaly R.
Carli H.
5.0
Carli is fantastic! She was with our family for a year and was always on time and very responsible. Carli took care of our two year old and he adores her. I highly recommend Carli and we never had to worry about our son being in her care. Carli has a great attitude and is very dependable!
- John K.
Jody W.
5.0
Judy watched our 4-month-old daughter for two weeks. She was wonderful! She played with our daughter, took her on walks, and worked on a good nap schedule (something we always struggled with). Jody was professional, on time every day, and kind. We would absolutely hire Jody again!
- Tanya S.
Dawn C.
5.0
Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her.
- Shannon C.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Island Lake, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Island Lake, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Island Lake, IL is as of is $19.20 per hour as of February, 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 Island Lake, IL?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Island Lake, IL?
You can find different nanny services in Island Lake 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 Island Lake, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Island Lake, IL nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Nannies in Island Lake, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.