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Find nannies in Lake Forest, IL that you’ll love
60 nannies are listed in Lake Forest, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Lake Forest, IL
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
Currently, I am available for part-time work and occasional needs. Come august, and autumn time, I will begin to have more availability. Pet care is something I can offer as well.
For over four years, I worked as a full-time career Nanny. For 12 years, I have worked as a regular babysitter. I have grown up on...
Jacqui can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie has been such a fantastic help for my family. She is serious, professional and reliable. She helped us with overnight care as well as after-school support. Would hire her again in a heartbeat."
Chrystelle D.
Laimute B.
Lake Forest, IL
$17-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Nanny, Housekeeper Available to Work
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Laima. I'm a nanny and housekeeper with many years of experience. I'm available for a full time or part time job (evenings and overnight). I have experience with cleaning, laundry, organizing, cooking, shopping, pet sitting, plant care, house sitting, all household errands. I have excellent North Shore...
Laimute can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Always positive and full of energy. Responsible, have experience working with twins and triplets, LOVE KIDS and watch them growing. Healthy lifestyle and being outdoor is part of my life. Looking for a long term job and to be part of the team.
Yaroslava can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am passionate about my job, I love working with kiddos, and I am very excited to meet a long term family to work with. I have a degree in early childhood education. I've been nannying for the 3 years (almost 4) that I've been here and I love this job! I am fun, creative, and honest. I hope I can meet a new family to work with...
Francisca can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Molly and I just graduated from UIUC. I have 6+ years of experience with babysitting children and am happy to help with any of your household needs. I am looking to help between May 22-June 30 before I move to Boston for a full time job!
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi everyone!!! My name is Ella and I just graduated from the University with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I recently moved back home to Lake Forest where I will be until March when I will be going on a backpacking trip around Europe for 3 months! While I am home, I am looking for a consistent nannying job for a family who...
Ella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Katherine R.
Lake Forest, IL
$16-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Expert In Diaper Changing, Boo-boo Kissing, And Tantrum Taming - Available For Hire!
Hi there! My name is Kate and I am a junior in college with a passion for childcare. I have 3 years of experience as a nanny and am CPR and lifeguard certified. In addition, I have experience teaching swim lessons to children. I would be happy to help with any light housework or carpooling/chauffeuring needs. I am excited to...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Francelis M.
Lake Forest, IL
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Reliable And Caring Babysitter, 5 Years Of Experience, Verifiable
Dedicated nanny with 5 years of experience taking care of children of different ages. Certified in early education, providing a safe and stimulating environment for child development. Trained in CPR and first aid, ensuring quick and effective responses in emergency situations. Highly reliable and professional, with excellent...
Francelis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Maria C.
Lake Forest, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I have been a professional Nanny for over 25 years. As I have moved on to other opportunities in my personal life, I am now looking to help families part-time or one time jobs. Thank you!
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Hi! My name is Abby and I'm a rising senior in college at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I'm an English high school education major and starting student teaching in the fall. I have lots of experience with children from high school-- I worked as a nanny the summer going into my senior year, as well as camp...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Gretchen W.
Lake Forest, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a heart for kids and creating a nurturing environment where children can grow and thrive. I am currently back in grad school. My schedule is flexible so I am happy to help with babysitting needs, after-school care, tutoring, or last-minute fill-in for a nanny or babysitter who needs a day or longer period off due to...
Gretchen can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I cared for my nephew and niece and as a job I cared for a baby in Italy. I was working as a teacher of English and Italian in elementary schools and at foreign language courses. I worked as a tutor for a long time. My students have shown great success. I'm tutoring ESL (English as second language), Italian, French,...
5.0
"Marina is great with our preschool students. She has a great attitude and work ethic, is always on time, and is so friendly. She is a gem!"
Terese M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a creative and compassionate babysitter/nanny with years under my belt cultivating children's innate creativity and free spirits. I have worked with infants, toddlers, and children for over seven years. Every child is filled with energy but their needs are unique so I always like to tailor my approach to each child so that...
Natalia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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 for a full time nanny job...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is wonderful. Kind. Thoughtful. Intelligent. And responsible. She's the best. Truly."
Brandi C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For the past 8 and a half years I've worked at a Montessori school. 7 years as an assistant, and a year and a half as the teacher for toddlers and two's. I have my CDA and am First Aid and CPR certified. I believe that all children should be able to explore and experience their environment in their own way.
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Heather is very dependable and reliable. We hired her for a before school care position and never once was she late or had any issues. From the first time I talked to her you instantly know that she is someone who would care for your child as she would care for her...
Meredith C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a career nanny with availability in my schedule. I have a masters degree in counseling, years of experience as a nanny, and I am a mother myself. I am passionate about taking care of kids and understand developmentally how important these early years are. I take a gentle parenting approach and am all about the...
Molly can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Molly always put her all into taking care of my children. She would come and do the most creative activities with my children, they always looked forward to what she had in her magic bag for them. When my children were with her, I was able to go out and enjoy my...
Mary C.
Danielle S.
Lake Zurich, IL
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a senior at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I have been a babysitter/nanny for 8 years now, with kids ranging from ages 1-13. I love the outdoors, exercising, games, and creating meaningful relationships with those I care for. I am responsible, dependable, and timely, and I make it a priority that the kids I'm caring...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Danielle is the absolute best! She became part of our family. She was always on time, reliable, happy and very playful with the kids. One of my kids has mild special needs and requires someone with a lot of patience, and Danielle was always so patient and kind with...
Cindy R.
5.0
(3)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I speak prefect Spanish and English. I've been working as a nanny for 20 yrs love to do craft with children take them to parks have play dates and also worked at the school district 95 as s supervisor.
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She took car of my kids for 3 years.
She is a very nice lady. Always on time she has lots of Patience with children, carrying and loving."
Virginia L.
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, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lorena was early and offered to assist with additional tasks. My son enjoyed her company as well. Will hire again!"
Shannon N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 30-year-old college graduate from Columbia College Chicago. I graduated in 2013 with a Fashion Business degree. I have continued to do what I love best and that's be with kids. I feel like the BEST me is brought out when I'm around your kids and I would love the opportunity to be your babysitter/Nanny. I love going to the...
Dana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made snacks or meals for them and generally took wonderful care of them. She was extremely dependable and my kids love her...
Michelle L.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, IL
Jacqui Z.
5.0
Jacqui is really good with our son. She thinks of different parks and museums to take him to and always thinks about what he might need. He looks forward to their time together.
- Stephanie B.
Marina P.
5.0
Marina is great with our preschool students. She has a great attitude and work ethic, is always on time, and is so friendly. She is a gem!
- Terese M.
Erin F.
5.0
She is wonderful. Kind. Thoughtful. Intelligent. And responsible. She's the best. Truly.
- Brandi C.
Heather L.
5.0
Heather is great with our three young kids 3, 5, 7. Highly recommend. She helps with dishes and laundry if there is time.
- Susan B.
Molly M.
5.0
I can not say enough positive things about Molly! She watches my 2 year old and 4 year old girls and our family absolutely loved her from day one! Molly has a very calm and soothing demeanor about her warm energy is contagious in the household. Every time she comes she brings a game or an activity...
- Blair S.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Lake Forest, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Lake Forest, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Lake Forest, IL is as of is $19.92 per hour as of April, 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 Lake Forest, IL?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 13 in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, IL?
You can find different nanny services in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Lake Forest, IL nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Nannies in Lake Forest, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.