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5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
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.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always gravitated towards working with children. I began babysitting for my younger sister/family friends at a young age and continued to do so throughout High School. During High School I participated in an Early Childhood class for two years where we were taught how to teach and worked with preschoolers several times...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"We hired Lauren to care for our daughter and she quickly became part of our family. If my husband didn't need to relocate due to his work I have no doubt that she would still be our sitter. Lauren was extremely talented with art and my daughter loved her drawings!...
Sarah E.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & 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
(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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is wonderful. Kind. Thoughtful. Intelligent. And responsible. She's the best. Truly."
Brandi C.
5.0
(1)
I am a very energetic, happy and calm lady. I've worked for families for over 20 years in the USA, Ireland, England and Hungary /English speaking/. I love children very much with all my heart and I always want to be sure they are happy and comfortable. Depending of the ages of kids I am organizing the appropriate, creative,...
Lorandne can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our lovely nanny is looking for a new family to work with beginning October 1st. She has provided excellent care for our 2 children (now aged 3 & 7) since 2020 will be ending her time with us in September when we enroll our 3 year old in full-time Pre-K.
There...
Kelly L.
4.5
(3)
I'm patient, caring, kind, respectful and punctual.
My work history:
At my first babysitting job, I took care of a 3-year-old girl for 3 years. At my next job where I worked for 6 months, I took care of 2 boys: 7 and 11 years old. I picked them up from school, helped them with homework and drove them to all kinds of activities....
Elwira can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elwira helped me care for my 2 girls for 4 plus years and was very dependable, caring, helpful and has friendly personality. I was lucky to find such trustworthy and positive influence for my kids."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hello, My name is Margaret . I grew up in Highland Park, Illinois and have had an affinity for children at an early age. I started babysitting my nieces and nephews, especially during the summer. I always invented creative and fun games, and I find that children have always connected to my personality and my exciting spirit. I...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We interview Margaret twice, once in public and then at our home with the children. She was professional, easy to communicate with, and seemed confident with our busy kids. The reference we called had great things to say. We would have loved to hire Margaret, but...
Natalie V.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
27 years old nanny/sitter with 7+ years of experience providing care for children aged 0-12 and I really love to work helping the little ones to learn and explore in a safe, warm and enjoyful
environment. I'm loving, fun, patient kind and friendly. I'm also a experienced driver with a valid US drivers license and a clean...
Adriana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Adriana is fantastic! Made us feel completely comfortable with leaving our first born son as first time parents. Asked many detailed questions to ensure that he was cared for how we preferred. She is also very responsive and open to hear how you would like your...
Maddie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am the proud mother of grown triplet daughters who have given me three grandchildren. I have been the nanny to them all and another family of three. When they went to preschool I joined them as their teacher for 2 years. I am currently a nanny for two children who are off to school. Clearly a passion for child care! I...
Jocelyn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We have had the pleasure of working with Jocelyn over the past year as she has helped take care of our two young girls. Her creativity and enthusiasm is something we all look forward to every morning. She takes the girls to classes at the library, walks around...
Jenna L.
5.0
(1)
I am a dedicated and energetic Nanny/House Manager with a college education, graduating with honors, and over 16 years of professional experience. I have cared for children ranging from six months to 13 years old, beginning my journey in childcare at a daycare facility, where I provided attentive care for groups of four to five...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Natalie D. worked for me for me for about two years. I was in School at the time studying to be an accountant, and my husband has a full time career in finance. My amazing mother was watching my three kids but could no longer be available full time. I was in...
Abigail W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello - I am currently working a Full-time job. I am looking for occasional work on the weekends. I have over 30 years of experience with kids of all ages. I have spent the last 6 years volunteering at my Daughter's school and have been Room Mom most of those years. I have planned parties and crafts for many holidays. I am also...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Laura is absolutely wonderful and I hope to hire her again!
We had the pleasure of meeting Laura when she nannied for our three-year old son for one week. She was communicative, reliable, and fun! My son instantly loved her and she was a huge hit with my nephews,...
Care member
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Asma and I have had over 20 years of experience. I worked at a school for 8 years and have been a nanny now for over 15 years. I love children and enjoy having them experience amazing opportunities. Anyone who works with children knows the joy of helping kids to find themselves, the pride in being a part of the...
Asma can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
4.0
"Responded to my inquiry in a timely fashion. Has accepted a position and no longer available.
Hopefully this saves those searching for care some time and effort."
Frances C.
Jelayne C.
Lake Zurich, IL
$20-34/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! I Am An Experienced Babysitter And I Enjoy Taking Care Of Kids! I'm Very Responsible And Caring!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jelayne. I'm 21 years old and I'm in my third year of college. I have two dogs & a chameleon and I enjoy doing creative activities! I am an experienced and caring nanny with a passion for working with children! With over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, I understand...
5.0
"She has been the perfect fit for our family. She is kind, patient, reliable, and fun!
She primarily cares for our 19 month-old daughter. She takes her to classes, prepares lunch, engages her in creative activities, follows her sleep schedule, etc... She also...
Katie D.
4.6
(9)
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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & 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.
Lauren G.
Highwood, IL
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Art, Math, Social Studies, and Language Arts Educator.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
For the past 7 years I have been working with families in the North Shore as a Nanny/House Manager/Family Assistant and Professional Tutor. My experience includes 20 years as a classroom teacher where I taught math, art, English, language arts and a drama/music class to 7th grade students. Over the course of my life I have...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Lauren to work as a nanny in my home for one and a half years, and I would certainly recommend her work. She has demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of my now 12 year old son and in keeping the house in working order. She is kind,...
Rhonda C.
Nelli W.
Grayslake, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
German Speaking Nanny Seeking Temporary, Occasional, Part- Or Full-time Position And English
4.7
(3)
I have cared for kids ages 0-14 in the past eight years of my professional experience as a live in nanny and Nanny.
My responsibilities included everything from feeding bottles, changing diapers, bathing, involving in age appropriate activities/ crafts to teaching German, preparing meals, assisting with homework, light...
Nelli can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I wholeheartedly recommend Nelli as an exceptional nanny. She is sweet, smart, honest, caring, playful, engaging, creative, and professional. Any family would be lucky to have her as their nanny.
Nelli worked for our family in Chicago for about two and a half...
Adam A.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Amy! I am a graduate from North Central College & currently reside in the Northwest suburbs. I am seeking a babysitting and/or nanny position, open to full or part-time. I was a Special Education Teaching Assistant for 3 years, and worked with Preschool-2nd grade. I have also occasionally assisted with my Grandma's home...
Amy can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Amy did an exceptional job with our shy, sensitive child who is still adjusting to having a babysitter. This was the first time we had someone else stay with her after her bedtime. She has a calm stable presence that was just what our daughter needed. Our little...
Brian T.
Jenifer C.
Wheeling, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jenifer. I am 22years old. I am enthusiastic, caring and fun caretaker. I love kids. I am always on time. In my high school year I was in a daycare for about 3 years. have a 7year-old niece and a 4-year-old niece that I would babysat. I enjoy playing with them and making them laugh. I been nannying for about 5...
Jenifer can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jenifer has been nannying for our family for the last month and has been great! She does transportation, light cleaning and meal prep. She is super flexible we love having her."
Apollonia B.
5.0
(1)
Hello Parents! My name is Sydney and I am currently 19 years old. I was born in Missouri but raised in sunny south florida where I lived until I was 18. I moved to the northern suburbs to live with my sister while I figured out what I wanted to do with my life. To say I love children would be an understatement. After much...
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sydney has been watching our 18m old since he was an infant. She takes such great care of him and he loves seeing her. They play together, she handles dinner, bath and bedtime; it’s always so smooth. She’s very reliable and a great person in general! "
Care member
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Flor was always happy when at work. She was punctual and professional. Great with my kids. Amazing cook."
Patricia C.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Vernon Hills, IL
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.
Lauren H.
5.0
We hired Lauren back when we were living in Illinois- I met her through a mutual friend. Lauren quickly became part of our family as our daughter connected to her immediately! Lauren is a very talented artist and my daughter loved doing crafts with her, in fact she still has a drawing of princess...
- Sarah E.
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.
Erin F.
5.0
She is wonderful. Kind. Thoughtful. Intelligent. And responsible. She's the best. Truly.
- Brandi C.
Lorandne M.
5.0
Our lovely nanny is looking for a new family to work with beginning October 1st. She has provided excellent care for our 2 children (now aged 3 & 7) since 2020 will be ending her time with us in September when we enroll our 3 year old in full-time Pre-K.
There are so many wonderful qualities...
- Kelly L.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Vernon Hills, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Vernon Hills, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Vernon Hills, IL is as of is $19.77 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 Vernon Hills, IL?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Vernon Hills, IL?
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