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5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an experienced nanny and have been providing care for over 15 years for multiple families. I have worked with children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I have also experience with twins, preemies and kids with allergies. I love to spend my time with children, playing with them, reading to them, making arts...
Jowita can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jowita nannied for my family for nearly 3 years. My three kids adored her. Jowita was always on time, never called in sick, loving and took my kids to their extracurricular activities every week. I without reservation recommend Jowita"
Katie D.
3.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello families I have 16 years of being a nanny I love newborn babies and children of all ages. My passion is to find a loving family who I can call my own and as well as building trust and having great communication with the families happy baby happy family. My passion is to care for your child like my own.
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
5.0
"I needed a nanny fast to help me and my mom, she answered right away and came here the next day. My baby liked her. She was here on time, responsible. 100% recommendable."
Toni K.
Frances D.
Justice, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, I am a professional career nanny looking to add to my evening and weekend time with some new little ones! With 10 years childcare experience I ensure attention, safety, and fun always. I am detail and schedule orientated. Working with newborn to school aged children and beyond I've experienced
different environments, and...
Frances can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Frances is such a loving and caring person. She constantly goes above and beyond to care for the different needs of her kiddos. My son has enjoyed everything from play time to reading and learning ABC's with her. She truly is a great caregiver. I would highly...
Alexia B.
Sarah G.
Melrose Park, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Sarah!
I have 20 years of babysitting & nannying experience & I have nannied for 5 families.
My nanny experience ranges from newborn to 16 years old. A good care giver will have patience, be energetic, possess a great imagination and always have a positive attitude. I believe I possess all these qualities.
I love...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"She is so great at not only handling anything a kiddo might toss at her (hopefully not literally) but she's also a great resource for the entire family. Always making sure things are picked up and that the house is in order. Being flexible to the needs of the...
Mandy S.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have over 10 years of experience with children from newborn to 16yrs. I have been a full time nanny/house manager for a family of 3 boys (6, 10, 12) and one was autistic. I graduated from the University of Illinois in May of 2015. I have a Bachelors in Psychology and Sociology. Recently I was a program manager for...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca was absolutely wonderful with my 3 kids (ages 5, 3, and 1) with one of them having ASD. She was able to play with them and also help me by cleaning up the clutter in my living room! She has a very calm and understanding demeanor. I would hire her again!"
Aura S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Over the past 10 years, I have held many job titles: babysitter, counselor, teacher, tutor, and nanny. Each new job and title has reinforced my passion and love for working with kids!
I love planning creative activities and adventures to encourage kids' curiosity and interests. I'm a huge lover of animals and...
Adrian can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Adrian was great! She showed up on time and quickly made us comfortable with her ability to watch our two kids. She stayed in touch over the course of the evening and my daughter (who often has a tough time with new people) was very sad she had to leave. We hope to...
Alexis B.
Michele D.
La Grange, IL
$24-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Being a mother myself I understand the needs of children, I would like to share all of the experience and love I have for my own children with yours. I enjoy reading, coloring, taking walks to the park. I have over 10 years of nanny experience ranging from newborn to 10 years old, I am CPR certified, have my own reliable...
Michele can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michele has been an amazing nanny to our two kids for the past two years. She is really fun, positive, caring, flexible, resilient and dependable. She has a wonderful way with kids, and our children and their cousins absolutely love her. She has lots of ideas for...
Joanna A.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have dedicated the last 10 years to building my career as a nanny, and have led a helping hand to parents as they dive into their journey of parenthood. I specialize in infant care, and recently became a certified newborn care specialist! My energy and approach is empathetic, logical and I'm a nurturing person by nature. I...
Jillian can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jillian has cared for our son for the past 6 months. When she first started looking after him he was just over 6 months old and they quickly bonded. Both my husband and I work from home and she's been a great addition to our home unit. She's been collaborative with...
Lauren H.
5.0
(4)
Howdy! My name is Sierra, and I have over 11 years of experience ranging from babysitting to daycare to full-time nannying. I love to work with babies and toddlers but have experience with kids all the way up to 13. I am looking for a full-time nanny family starting the first week of June.
I pride myself on my energetic and...
Sierra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sierra was our daughter's daycare teacher, and was truly a gift to our family. She encouraged our daughter's creativity, spirit, and sense of fun! We always got great updates from her and could tell our daughter just loved her."
Margaret J.
Andrea S.
Chicago, IL
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Professional nanny with years of experience. Caring for multiples and newborns. I love spending time outside and going out for walks!
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Andrea is respectful, communicative and compassionate!"
Elizabeth M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate with a degree in Elementary Education and a specialization in reading and language arts from the University of Iowa. I currently am a teacher at a local school so am unable to work during school hours. I love working with children. I completed two semesters student teaching and had many classes involving...
Jackie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have loved having Jackie at our house. She is professional and very good with both kids. She is excellent at keeping our schedule and assisting with homework duties. We have had her at least once a week since our first meeting with her."
Lisa H.
Erika M.
Chicago, IL
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Erika. I'm CPR/AED certified with a Child Care Certification given to me by the Marine corps base of Hawaii child day care. I have 5 years of paid experience with children of all ages from newborn-teenagers. I am looking for a full-time or part-time job, with my own transportation, valid drivers license and a...
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erika has been great with out 4-6 month old son. She has been a helping set of hands for watching him as we got our house in order after our move. She is on time and a joy to be around. It's also nice to know he was in good hands while we were away. She will stay...
Katherine L.
Cassandra M.
Park Ridge, IL
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
~ Hi ~ I'm Cassandra, I am 33 years old and have worked with children for over 15 years! I am very caring, kind and compassionate. I have always loved working with children and it's truly my passion to be around children! I have extensive experience with newborns and toddlers. I have positive references from caring long term for...
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cassie was our full time nanny for 3 years, caring for our oldest son beginning when he was just three months old. She was an amazing caregiver through all the early phases of our son's life, from diapers and bottles to toddlerhood and playing and exploring. She...
MaryKate M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Krystyna. I have taken care of infants and toddlers for the past 10 years. I have worked as an infant and toddler teacher. I've been a nanny full time, part time and occasional babysitting. I've nannied in New Orleans, Dallas, and New York. I'm a certified Nurse Assistant and CPR certified. I have my own car so...
Krystyna can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"She did a great job as a nanny to our daughter, who was 1.5 years old. We've had her babysit our b/g twins and now 3 years old daughter as over the last couple of months as well."
Dyan W.
Alexis T.
Chicago, IL
$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Hardworking, Dedicated, Responsible, Loyal And Honest Worker
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began baby sitting/nanny about 15years ago. I was a nanny for a 11 month and transport 4-year-old brother to school and home. During the job I would provide different types of activities such as reading, building puzzles, play board games, arts & craft, learning activities.. etc) As for infants, I enjoy caring and providing...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"We hired Alexis as a Nanny for our two kids from Oct 2018 - July 2019, she looked after our sons from when the youngest was 3months and the oldest was 3yrs. We only let her go as we had an unexpected work opportunity and moved to California. She looked after the...
Caroline H.
Colleen M.
Chicago, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Available For Full-time Summer Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Colleen and I am a current Chicago resident with over 18 years of childcare experience. I have both babysitting and nannying experience with multiple children ranging from newborns to 15 years of age.
I am friendly, organized, creative, and energetic. I love sports, arts and crafts, and enjoy playing music and...
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Colleen started babysitting for us 6 years ago after the birth of my third child. Colleen is a wonderful, patient, responsible, caring person. She juggles the needs of my three children easily, and the kids are always excited to see Miss Colleen."
Lisa E.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
About me: Hi! I have been nannying for about 16 years, and would love to tell you about my experiences and how/why I got started. I have worked with all ages, newborn to preteen. I am outgoing, outdoorsy, love having fun and like to believe I'm pretty creative. My goal as a nanny is to make sure your children are as happy and as...
Chelsea can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Chelsea cares a lot about the children. She interacts and plays with them. She can juggle multiple children, drive them, feed meals, and manage your day to day schedule. "
Emily L.
5.0
(3)
Hi my name is Marisol I go by Mari for short. I'm a mother of a 15year old boy I love dearly. I love pets we have a pup of our own. I have a true passion working with kids and have cared for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids, caring for children with special needs. I'm bilingual (Spanish), reliable,...
Marisol can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"As a first time mom, I was nervous about who I could trust to care for my daughter. When our daughter is in Marisol's care, I know for a fact that she is in good hands! She is engaging, fun, loving and our daughter gets so excited to see her. She was our temporary...
Alana G.
5.0
(31)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...
Branndi can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Branndi watched our two children for almost 3 years. She was with us from when my daughter was 3 months until my son was 2. In that time she truly became part of the family and took care of my children like they were her own. Branndi was great about taking the kids...
Kate C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am pro active, funny nanny. I love cooking and baking with the kids. I have helped my mom take care of my little sister since she was born. I worked at Kumon as a teacher in 2016 teaching English and Portuguese for kids of the age 3 through 16. After that I became an Au Pair for two kids of the age 4 and 7. I was an Au Pair...
Livia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lívia is extremely reliable and responsible. Not once she left me waiting or canceled last minute. She is very considerate of my family needs and appointments.
My two kids, a 10 year old girl, and a 8 year boy, absolutely love her and look forward seeing her...
Teresa R.
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in River Forest, IL
Jowita D.
5.0
Jowita nannied for my family for nearly 3 years. My three kids adored her. Jowita was always on time, never called in sick, loving and took my kids to their extracurricular activities every week. I without reservation recommend Jowita
- Katie D.
Diana G.
5.0
Diana is great and has been working with us for a few weeks. She is great with our infant son. She gives me updates and I know I can trust her with him.
- Breauna C.
Frances D.
5.0
Frances is such a loving and caring person. She constantly goes above and beyond to care for the different needs of her kiddos. My son has enjoyed everything from play time to reading and learning ABC's with her. She truly is a great caregiver. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs a...
- Alexia B.
Sarah G.
5.0
She is so great at not only handling anything a kiddo might toss at her (hopefully not literally) but she's also a great resource for the entire family. Always making sure things are picked up and that the house is in order. Being flexible to the needs of the parents and making sure everyone is well...
- Mandy S.
Rebecca V.
5.0
We hired Becca for our wedding weekend to watch our 3 kids, ages 10 and 8 (twins). We got a separate hotel room for her and the kids for two nights so we could enjoy a worry free weekend with family and friends. She was amazing with them. She took them to the pool, brought games for them and kept...
- Karen S.
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in River Forest, IL
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in River Forest, IL?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in River Forest, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of November, 2024. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.
How many night nannies for newborns are available to hire near me in River Forest, IL?
There are 5 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in River Forest, IL on Care.com. You can also read 0 for newborn nannies near you.
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It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in River Forest, IL. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.