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Nannies in Smithton, IL

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Aarika S.


Saint Louis, MO

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Do You Need A Full time/ Part time/ Date Night/ Last Minute Nanny?

5.0

(3)

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I recently relocated to Fairveiw Heights, IL from Ohio. I have an awesome 8-year-old nephew that I now have custody of. I volunteer at a history museum in the children's department. I also attended college for child education/child psychology/fine art at University. When I was 12 years old I started my own babysitting service. I...
Aarika can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Aarika is a very experienced Nanny."

George G.

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Elizabeth K.


Saint Louis, MO

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

Currently Looking For Afternoons 2-4x/week, Have Some Flexibility For Mornings And Weekends!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lizzie and I'm a 25-year-old teacher turned nanny(: I have an undergraduate degree in Social Work, a Masters degree in Special Education, and hold a Teaching Certification in Missouri. I taught grades K-2 special education reading and math. I've been nannying and babysitting for a little over 2 years since I left...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Francesca B.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-24/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun Loving Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Dear Family, I started my child care career at a summer camp when I was 16. I enjoyed crafting, singing, and hiking with a diverse set of campers. At 18 I was hired by a family in Paris France to take care of their twin girls. I stayed there for a year and came home to attend school. I have continued to nanny and babysit for a...
Francesca can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Frankie has been a great asset to our family. She puts 100% of her effort toward watching our little girl."

Samuel K.

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Darcy B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With Education Background Available!

I have my B. S. in Art Education, and I am certified to teach ages K-12. I have experience working as a teacher in the field, in addition to my student teaching and educational training. I have over 7 years working as a full-time nanny for three different wonderful families, as well as many babysitting jobs throughout adulthood....
Darcy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Darcy is a loving and caring mother. Anyone would be lucky to have her assist with their children. She is attentive and engaging with all kids she encounters."

Ali R.

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Kathryn K.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-50/hr5 yrs exp

Looking For Full Time Nanny Position

3.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Katy. I am an actor, and I love creative and imaginative activities, reading, and playing outside. I have experience with children of all ages. I'm relaxed and flexible. I have no problem doing light housekeeping, laundry, or meal prep. I'll help with homework and pickups/drop-offs if needed. I am CPR and AED certified,...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Was very impressed with Katy. We asked her to watch our house and dogs while we were away and found her to be very reliable and responsible. I had also suggested that if she would like to tend to any housekeeping or cleaning while we were away that I would add on...

Jo P.

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Stephanie H.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a nanny for a 2 and 4yr old, and have been in child care almost 11 years. In the childcare center I've primarily worked with 6weeks to 2-year-olds. I have watched children ranging in ages from infants up to 12-year-old. I have a background check done yearly with my job and can give a copy upon request. I am also...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Our son loved Steph and she was always on time and dependable. She did crafts and did sensory okay with him. She also made sure to get him outdoors as often as possible. While I was at work she would make sure to send me videos and photos throughout the day!"

Ashley N.

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Christina S.


Belleville, IL

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience in working at a daycare center, tutoring, and also as a nanny/babysitter. I love my job, and love working with children. I have had extensive training in childcare; including social emotional training, safe sleep, and many others. I am also CPR/ first aid certified.
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Christina has been wonderful in my transition back to work. She is dependable and so sweet with my infant son. "

Rebecca A.

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Sara M.


Saint Louis, MO

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a nurturing and empathetic person with professional experience as a teacher, paraprofessional, and nanny. I'm also a mom! I have a 6-year-old and a 18-year-old. I love nature and exploring the outdoors with children. I also love animals. I enjoy doing crafts and other hands-on activities. I can help with light housekeeping,...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sara is great! Really enjoyed getting to meet her and her son- who is the same age as my daughter and super sweet and well mannered. Unfortunately our schedules don't quite align right now, but I'd definitely hire her in the future if another opportunity presented."

Natasha K.

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Laura J.


Belleville, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Laura and I'm 27. I have been babysitting for 10+ years and have been a full time nanny for 6+ years. I love kids and I'm happy I get to spend my days caring for them.
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Always a pleasure, she comes on time, flexible schedule, and she has been very good and patient with my kids. She does homework help, cleaning, and anything else I have asked with a cheery attitude. The kids love her, and always look forward to seeing her. She...

Desiree L.

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Bridget L.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Bridget, I have 25 years of childcare experience, I've also had the privilege of working in the healthcare industry as well. Having the opportunity to work with patients in the hospital/home setting is a added bonus. I have a passion for taking care of others, so working with children and older adults is a joy. I...
Bridget can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Bridget did an excellent job with house cleaning and food preparation for our family. "

Michelle P.

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Teresa L.


Belleville, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced In-Home Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Thank you for taking the time to learn about me and any consideration you give to hiring me to care for your children. I provide care in my clients' home, preferably on a full-time basis, and during normal business hours. I do also offer date night care both in my home as well as in the homes of my clients. I have a...
Teresa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Terri is a wonderful nanny, sitter, and person. I am so sad my kids will be in school full time and won't get to see her as much. The kids adore her and I know she treats them like her own. Terri is loving, fun, dependable, and trustworthy. I can't recommend her...

Kaci D.

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Susan S.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Being a Nanny is the best profession in the world. I believe it is important in a child's development to teach academic and life/social skill. I very much enjoy interacting with children. I love to broaden their horizons by going on adventures to the museums, parks, zoo, library etc.. I encourage reading and using your...
Susan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Susan is truly amazing and a bubble of energy. Very patient and calm. Very loving and caring. My boys love her and always ask when they can go back. She is outgoing and truly passionate about kids, she loves them as her own. something fun for the boys to do is...

Chansie L.

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Sandra H.


Caseyville, IL

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny

I have degree education. I living in USA for 5 years in Illinois I currently working in an elementary school in preschool's assistant . I have very good experience working with children from 1 year to 6 years old. I am offering child care part time in tutoring. I have patience , empathy , responsibility with my work . I have...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sandra has been an assistant in my Dual language Kindergarten classroom for three years. She loves children and her calm nature helps create a safe and nurturing environment. Sandra is organized and meticulous. She works best with clear directions,...

Kimberly P.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have been babysitting/ nanny for 13+ years now. I am a non-smoker and have my own reliable transportation. I have experience with children from newborn- 13 years old. Including but limited to sensory disorders, speech delay, ADHD and Autism children. And I feel comfortable with watching up to 7 children at a time. I...
Marcella can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Marcella watches our twin boys aged 15 months. She is always engaging with them and they enjoy her company. She is always calm and bubbly to be around."

Desiree L.

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Courtney W.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I'm fun-loving, easygoing, and I like to make life as enjoyable as possible. I believe that you can make anything fun if you do it the right way! I love traveling, being outdoors, and staying active. My ultimate dream is to travel around the world, building Christian sports camps for children to learn sports in a safe and...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Courtney is amazing! I've known her for years. We went to church together and our parents are friends as well as my mother worked with her parents at our church. She is awesome with kids of all ages and she is always good with my kids and they think the world of...

Krista F.

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Maysara M.


Saint Louis, MO

$27/hr4 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Short-term Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Maysara (she/her) and I am a 25-year-old masters graduate from Washington University in St. Louis. I graduated with my masters in public health this past May (2023) and am currently working as a clinical research coordinator of Medicine and applying to medical school. I have 8 years of childcare experience...
Maysara can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maysara babysat my 2 kids (3 & 5 years old) on weekdays June thru August while we were on a daycare hiatus. It was a huge relief to have someone so wonderful and trustworthy to rely on, especially during these strange and uncertain times. Her communication was...

Mai N.

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Josie P.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Josie. I am currently a preschool teacher but have been a nanny all throughout college to 2 different families which was the most fulfilling time of my life! I've decided that if I could find the right fit, I would love to do it again. I'm currently a senior working on my Biology degree with a minor in psychology. I...
Josie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm a full time nanny for two families. I used to work as a pre-school teacher.
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Terry P.


East Saint Louis, IL

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Nanny And Companion For The Elderly

Hello! My name is Terry and I am a nurturing, dedicated and experienced Nanny. I am very flexible with schedule/rate to meet your caregiving needs, and although I am available as a full-time nanny, I am also open to part-time work. I have over 20 years of experience caring for children of various ages including newborn babies,...
Terry can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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Annie D.


Saint Louis, MO

$13-50/hr3 yrs exp

Fun, Creative, And Compassionate Caregiver.

I started working with kids three years ago at a group home for children with developmental disabilities. I worked with all kinds of children during my time there, I also worked with children in foster care. After that, I started nannying for a little less than a year.
Annie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Smithton, IL

Aarika S.

5.0

Aarika is a very experienced Nanny.

- George G.

Francesca B.

5.0

Frankie has been a great asset to our family. She puts 100% of her effort toward watching our little girl.

- Samuel K.

Darcy B.

5.0

Darcy is a loving and caring mother. Anyone would be lucky to have her assist with their children. She is attentive and engaging with all kids she encounters.

- Ali R.

Kathryn K.

5.0

Was very impressed with Katy. We asked her to watch our house and dogs while we were away and found her to be very reliable and responsible. I had also suggested that if she would like to tend to any housekeeping or cleaning while we were away that I would add on to the original payment we had...

- Jo P.

Stephanie H.

5.0

Our son loved Steph and she was always on time and dependable. She did crafts and did sensory okay with him. She also made sure to get him outdoors as often as possible. While I was at work she would make sure to send me videos and photos throughout the day!

- Ashley N.

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