Find experienced nannies in Highwood, IL

I have 7 years of experience working as a full time nanny and many more years of being a babysitter. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am currently a full time caregiver for an incredible 4yr old girl with Cerebral Palsy and CVI. She is non verbal and not independently mobile. I pick her up from school and transport her home with her wheelchair and participate in her weekly in home therapies (PT 2x week, OT, ST). I also administer medication. Previously I was a full time nanny for an 19-month-old with HIE. When I started he had a nasal gastric feeding tube and I participated in his weekly in home PT, OT, ST, DT appointments. Working with children, especially those who are medically complex, is my purpose and passion in life. I also am currently babysitting for seven families in the area.

Hello, my name is Kay and I have been in the medical field for over 30+ years as a Certified Nurse Assistant. I now work for wonderful families by caring for their young ones. I love integrating my health care background with nannying to provide a safe environment so your young ones can grow. I am very dependable, easy to get along with, and most importantly very empathetic for life and people. I am vaccinated for Covid-19, flu, and TDAP. I have experience caring for every age range from newborns for first time parents, toddlers, and teenagers. I have experience caring for children with special needs, diabetics, and other medical conditions. I am also comfortable with pets. If you feel like I would be a great fit for your family, please read my reviews and contact me at (567) 259-9381 via text. Please make sure to include your name and details of your needs. Best, Kay

Hi, my name is Whitney! I am from Green Bay, WI. I have 12 years of experience working with and caring for children of all ages. I also have experience caring for children with autism. I received my Bachelors degree in both Psychology and Family Studies from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN. I then took a gap year where I nannied full time, working for multiple families, as well as interned with CASA (court appointed special advocates) for abused and neglected children. I have recently completed my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northwestern University, and decided to stay in Evanston. I have always loved children and have a strong passion for making a positive impact on their lives. I have babysat and nannied for many different families over the years, and have a great list of references that I would be more than happy to provide. I also would like to note that I am fully vaccinated. I'm hoping to find a few more families in the area that are in need of occasional babysitting. I look forward to connecting with you :)

Hi my name is Kimilee, I am 29 years old. I live in Des Plaines and have two kids of my own who are 12 and 3. I have been working in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have been a babysitter for 3 years. I am a certified nurse assistant and have also been certified in CPR. I love doing my job, it means a lot to me because I find helping people rewarding. As a child,being a caregiver or helping others have always been something that I've always done. I am a passionate, loving, kind and responsible person and a mother. My clients are like family to me because i would treat them like i treat my own.

To my potential family, I am so excited to meet you and hopefully develop a lifelong relationship! I am filled with SO much excitement and joy at the possibility that we might just be exactly what the other is looking for! As an individual, I am curious, intelligent, intuitive, and have a great sense of humor! I love to love life and do so with kindness, compassion, and curiosity. As a nanny, I am a nurturer, space holder, guide, buddy, role model, and safety patrol! I love to see children be exactly who they are while guiding them effortlessly through their growth - good times, and hard times, in a way that is correct for them. After 14 years of nannying for families short + long term, from newborn to 16+, with as many as 5 children at once, I have come to find there is definitely an 'art' to being a nanny that I am excited to continue to create with each new family. I am an active participant in children's lives, and provide an environment where we can play, explore, learn, and BE! Whether we are playing catch outside, out at a park or playground, exploring town, sitting down to create experiential play, learning new topics together, out about in nature, helping with homework, or settling down in a bedtime routine, I do so with curiosity in my mind, and love in my heart!! I am looking for a family who truly values the beauty of being alive and who also has warmth, kindness, intelligence, and really great energy! I would flourish in a relationship with parents who value personal growth and open communication, and who has a structured but go-with-flow attitude, as well as a deep respect for one another's time, energy, and efforts in making a healthy and happy environment for everyone involved! I would love to be a part of someone's home who appreciates me as an individual, but also recognizes all of the things I can bring to their family as their nanny! It would feel fulfilling to have a family acknowledge that my background comes with a variety of skills that are both logical such as forward-thinking, organization, and time management, as well as emotional skills such as open-heartedness, impeccable intuition & awareness of surroundings, and the ability to guide each child individually and uniquely to their personality! I hope to meet you soon!

Hi, My name is Ashley and I’m a 23 year old part-time esthetician and have been a part-time nanny/babysitter for the past 8 years. My professional childcare journey began in June of 2019, at the McGaw YMCA Children’s Center. I worked there until the following year, when the pandemic began. During my time there, I worked as a camp counselor, teacher’s assistant, and as an after-school program class lead with ages ranging from 6 months to 11 years old. Some of my specific responsibilities included: -collaborating with 2 other caregivers to create a fun and nurturing space. -changing 25+ diapers a day, assisting potty training - administered meals while being cautious of the children's dietary restrictions -Brainstorming and organizing age appropriate activities -Engaging and effectively interacting with the children while working to achieve each and everyone's specific milestones. I am CPR certified (March 2025-2027), Covid Vaccinated (Boosted) & have my own form of transportation. I am also bilingual (Spanish/English).

Hi my name is Pedro I am currently a College student a Carthage college. I am studying business and also playing football. I have three nephews so I’ve been around children my whole life and absolutely love being around them. I love being outside,Playing sports, Going to the park, watching movies, playing video games and playing board games. I do have my own transportation and willing to drive anywhere you need me too. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out. I am more than happy to answer them.

*Seeking full time positions that don't require driving* Hello! I'm an experienced childcare provider who is looking to connect with local families in need of childcare and other help. I have extensive childcare experience (10+ yrs) and have worked closely with numerous families. Over the years, I've easily cared for 75+ children ranging from 1 week to 13 years. I spent time working as a Lead and Assistant teacher at two preschools. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I speak English, Tamil & some Spanish. During my free time I enjoy dancing, painting, reading, hanging outside in warm weather and spending time with my family & friends! Please feel free to reach out to me if you're interested in childcare and/or have any other questions for me! :)

I have many years of experience with children in a wide range of settings, including many years of babysitting for families in their homes, working as a summer camp counselor, as an assistant teacher in a daycare, and volunteering in two elementary schools. I raised my own son and I occasionally watch my 4 and 6 year old grandsons. In the past year and a half I have watched a 2.5 year old boy, an infant girl from age 3 to 6 months, a baby boy from 7 to 10 months, and an 8 year old girl. I completed a pediatric first aid and CPR class in November 2023. When I am watching children I do not use my cell phone (other than in case of emergency or if I need to schedule an appointment) as I want to give the kids my undivided attention. I especially enjoy reading to children, doing art projects together, and taking nature walks. I am very energetic, and on days when I am not babysitting, I typically take 4 - 5 mile walks along the lake. I am very happy to provide professional and personal references. Among the parents from whom I can provide references are a neonatologist, a professor of psychology, a nurse, and an elementary schoolteacher. As a caregiver, I am highly reliable, kind, warm, and fun. I love both kids and dogs. My schedule is typically very flexible, and I can often make myself available for last-minute requests. Thank you. Rosanne

Caring and trustworthy Nanny with over 10 years of experience supporting families and nurturing children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. Loving and patient, I enjoy creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids can grow, learn, and thrive. Bilingual and attentive to detail, with a passion for early development, healthy routines, and sparking creativity through play and everyday activities.