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60 nannies are listed in Lake Zurich, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby nannies is 8 years

Nannies in Lake Zurich, IL

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Meghan K.


Libertyville, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

5.0

(3)

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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, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have known Meghan since she was a young girl. Always reliable and caring, she was like a big sister to my daughter. Meghan has a special way with children. She makes them feel comfortable while also providing structure. She would make a wonderful nanny!"

Kim B.

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Jessica S.


Deerfield, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! A little bit about myself, I attended DePaul for my undergraduate in Environmental Science and I have a passion for all things outdoors. Currently, I am remotely enrolled at DePaul where I am receiving my Masters degree in Public Administration. I work full time at The Village of Deerfield and I am looking for an...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Jessica is above and beyond what I could ask for in someone caring for my children. She is incredibly attentive, engaging and trustworthy. My children love their time together and look forward to the next time. She has proven to be the best of the best! My family...

Angie B.

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Snizhana K.


Mundelein, IL

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I have a strong background in both healthcare and science, with a bachelor's degree in biology and a minor in mathematics. I'm currently working as a data scientist, but I truly miss the hands-on joy of caregiving. Before my current career, I worked as a CNA and Emergency Medicine Technician, including time at Alexian...
Snizhana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Absolutely wonderful! Highly recommend!"

Jane C.

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Cara S.


Deerfield, IL

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

*I am not available* Hello! My name is Cara. I am 26 years old. I graduated from Lake Forest College with a BA in Sociology. I have worked as a nanny with kids ranging in age from 6 months to 4 years old. I worked at summer camp for 6 summers and three of those summers I was a group counselor with 11 6-year-old girls. I love...
Cara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Cara watched our one year old daughter for most of a year. During that time she was very reliable and provided great care. She did great playing, teaching, and showing activities to develop motor skills and mental development. Cara has a great personality...

Kevin K.

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Kirsten W.


Palatine, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

10 Years Experienced Nanny With First Aid/CPR/Newborn Care Specialist Certifications

4.4

(7)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kirsten and I am a career nanny with 16 years of experience with children aged infant-teen. I am seeking a family for about 10-20 hours a week for household management and childcare needs. I am CPR and first aid certified and also have my newborn specialist certification and have excellent references. I am...
Kirsten can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kirsten was our nanny for 6 months for our 3 year old and 6 month old during a challenging time when I was transitioning back to work and adjusting to a new life with a newborn. I always trusted her with my kids, and as a mom herself, she always had motherly...

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Suzie N.


Arlington Heights, IL

$29/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Or Nanny Available Full Or Part-Time

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving mother of 2 grow daughter's ages 29 and 25. I was a stay at home mother with them until my youngest was in 8th grade. During my time raising my girls. I also watched others children. I am experienced with all ages. Kids are my passion and love being around them. I am very active with them to make sure they have a...
Suzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"We hired Suzie to watch our boys when they were 2 and 3 yrs old. She was great and they love her. She took them on outings to the library, parks and kept them active. She was also great during the pandemic and stuck with us through every adjustment and every surge....

Kim K.

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Elizabeth C.


Island Lake, IL

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny/House Manager Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a caregiver in some fashion most of my life. I began watching children towards the end of grade school and continued babysitting until I graduated from high school. Shortly after graduation I earned a diploma as a medical assistant and went to work for a pediatrician. I supported myself in college working...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Liz cared for my three boys during the last school year. She was always on time and was very reliable. She was responsible for driving my kids to and from school and activities, and I never once worried about their safety. She managed our hectic and sometimes crazy...

Allie B.

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Alexandra K.


Palatine, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny and Babysitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced Elementary School Teacher originally from Moscow, Russia. 27 years ago I moved to the USA, and began working as a Teacher in Early Child Care Facilities. I also have experience as a Nanny and as a Babysitter with references on file. I speak English and Russian. I enjoy educate children through playing...
Alexandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

4.0
"Alexandra responded quickly to my message which is always helpful! She noted that she is no longer available."

Frances C.

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Carli H.


Cary, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Linda D.


Grayslake, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting - Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced mom who has just become a grandma as well. I will provide a safe, caring and creative place for your children.
Linda can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"My kids don't always warm up to new babysitters easily but they did with Linda. They had fun playing with her and asked if she could come back again and she will!"

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Katarzyna C.


Barrington, IL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny In Barrington, IL

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & 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.

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Niaja L.


Wheeling, IL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I have 4 years of experience in childcare ranging from children from 6 months to 15years old. I was a lead daycare teacher assistant , I helped train employees when they first started, them the priority of childcare safety. I'm 21 years old. I absolutely adore working with children which is why I'm looking for a...
Niaja can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"I had the pleasure of having Niaja as our nanny for the past six months, and she has been absolutely wonderful. Niaja is incredibly reliable, always punctual, and has a natural ability to connect with our children. Our kids adore her and always look forward to the...

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Bonnie R.


Cary, IL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
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.

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Mona M.


Deerfield, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

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, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Top-notch professional in every sense of the word. Reliable, dependable, on-time, trust worthy, and most of all she is an extremely hard working and valuable employee. Mona was my executive assistant at district 219 and was instrumental to our HR client delivery...

Domenico M.

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Jody W.


Fox River Grove, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
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...

Tanya S.

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Caroline P.


Palatine, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Nanny Looking To Help With Occasional Babysitting Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Carrie, in high school I took the preschool education class three semesters. I have also been baby-sitting for 10 years and have been a nanny for the last two years as well. I am CPR certified for adults, children, and infants. I was baby-sitting certified through my local park district. I have baby-sat for four main...
Caroline can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

4.0
"Carrie has been working with us for 9 months now and the kids love her. She is great! She picks my son up from preschool, she helps my daughter with her homework, she takes them to the library, sometimes out to lunch and/or whatever practice we might have that...

Kim C.

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Susan H.


Cary, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare/Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Experienced childcare provider seeking position as a Nanny. Licensed daycare provider for 25 years, tried another line of work, but found I greatly miss working with children! Enjoy providing creative, fun, and educational activities geared to children's interests and needs, all within a safe and warm environment. Have...
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sue was a nanny to our very active 2 and 4 year olds. She was amazing! She was great at structuring their day with outdoor time, fun games, and really cute and creative art projects. She was extremely dependable and so wonderful to work with! My husband and I often...

Ryan S.

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Jessica D.


Palatine, IL

$22-30/hr8 yrs exp

Easy Going And Fun Loving Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Jessica. Thank you for viewing my profile. I am an experienced nanny with over 8 years of experience with kids of all ages ranging from 2 years old to high school. I love nothing more than to bond and play with kids as if they were my own. I have a Bachelors in Communications from Elmhurst College and am CPR...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is the best and our kids love her! She is very punctual and caring. She would help our kids with homework, take them to playground & after school activities. Overall she brings positive influence to our kids. Highly recommended!!!"

Vincent L.

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Shyla W.


Palatine, IL

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Loving Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Shyla. I have years of experience as a nanny and a part-time babysitter. I have worked with ages from as young as 1 month and as old as 12. I have helped prepare kids for their first years of school. I also have been a tutor for older children and I am comfortable helping with online learning.
Shyla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Shyla is great! She really helped our family out when we needed child care with very short notice. Shyla responded promptly and wanted to be thoroughly informed so that she could provide the best care for our two grandsons (3 month old and 20 month old). The 20...

Brian W.

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Karolina P.


Barrington, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Karolina. I was born and raised in Poland. That's where I earned my master's degree. I have been caring for children for over 10 years as a babysitter/nanny. I have a lot of experience working with infants, toddlers and older kids (sometimes teenagers). I truly enjoy making kids feel happy and safe with me. My passion is...
Karolina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"The kids enjoyed their time with Karolina and we would definitely hire again. "

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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Lake Zurich, IL

Meghan K.

5.0

Meghan is very responsible and reliable. She is caring and kind. I would definitely hire her again!

- Former Member A.

Jessica S.

5.0

Jessica is above and beyond what I could ask for in someone caring for my children. She is incredibly attentive, engaging and trustworthy. My children love their time together and look forward to the next time. She has proven to be the best of the best! My family and I think the world of her.

- Angie B.

Snizhana K.

5.0

Wonderful nanny!! One of the best we have ever had. She is very flexible. My wife and i have very busy schedules and she did a great job working around us. Our two daughters love her and are always very excited when she comes. She always went above and beyond helping around the house when she got a...

- Andrew B.

Cara S.

5.0

Cara watched our one year old daughter for most of a year. During that time she was very reliable and provided great care. She did great playing, teaching, and showing activities to develop motor skills and mental development. Cara has a great personality and quickly became friends with our...

- Kevin K.

Kirsten W.

5.0

Kirsten was our nanny for 6 months for our 3 year old and 6 month old during a challenging time when I was transitioning back to work and adjusting to a new life with a newborn. I always trusted her with my kids, and as a mom herself, she always had motherly instincts. It was extra special days at...

- Care member

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Average Rating4.8 / 5

Nannies in Lake Zurich, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.