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Maria M.

Licensed Childcare (Nanny) In Your Home

Garden Prairie, IL

3.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Maria but I go by LuLu. I have been caring for children since I was a teenager. I now have 4 children of my own and one grandson. I love spending quality time with all children i. e. doing daily activities, reading, coloring and playing games. I also incorporate field trips to the local swimming pool, parks,...

Christopher Z. says "Maria "Lulu" was without a doubt the best nanny we have ever had. She took care of our daughter as if she was her own and became part of the family....

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Marengo, IL

4.3(1)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Quinn and I'm new to Illinois from Texas. I have been both a private nanny as well as a preschool teacher. I can provide homework help and transportation to school aged children. I am comfortable with anything from meal prep to diapering and caring for sick children. I am CPR/AED certified in both children and adults....

Addison J. says "Quinn is a kind and thoughtful Nanny to our daughters. She kept them happy and entertained. She was always quick to step in and help me. She also cooked...

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Babysitter/nanny.

Belvidere, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I graduated with my associates for early childhood education. I also worked as an assistant teacher for over a year, with children ages of 3mo to 7 years of age. I love working with kids and helping them learn and grow! I am a very energetic person and l would love to find a family to help care for. I am CPR certified, first...

Care Member says "Gia did a great job with our 3 little kids. I didn’t allow television while she was with them, but she kept them busy by doing arts and crafts, games,...

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Fun Siiter

Marengo, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello!!! My name is Alyssa and I am a 2nd grade teacher. I have my summers off so I am looking for a part-time job. I am available to start after June 12th and mid August. I am 24 years old and I have been a babysitter/nanny for many families over the last 7 years. I have cared for all ages and have loved every family that I...
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Holistic Childcare

Marengo, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I'm currently home on spring break from April 6- May 20, 2017 and available. I'm a teacher's assistant at a Waldorf Steiner School in the UK. I also have been a teacher at a Kinder care here in the States. Currently I'm studying to become a Waldorf EC Teacher in the U. K. My qualifications include: Certified Riding Instructor...
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Belvidere, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am honored that you are considering me for this opportunity to have a special place in your family as your child or children's nanny. I am 31 years old and I have a true heart for children. I have over 10 years of experience with infants and young children and I consider it a privilege to work with them and watch them grow....
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Cherry Valley, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Craft assistance
meal prep
I have 3 grown children , my granddaughter is 20 I have experienced in caring for children/ child. I worked as a nanny for a couple over 2 years unfortunately they move to another state . I have taken care of children of all ages. I will make sure your child / children are safe offer healthy meals , interact with them .

Care Member says "Dawn was very perceptive. She knew right away my moms condition was in need of additional support and a lot more care. Dawn was 100% right. A few days...

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Clare, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a fun, energetic and a compassionate mother with 22 years as a Mom. I have raised my 2 children alone. One special needs boy 22 and a girl 19 years old. My children are my life, and I have very lovely memories of them being little. I live for those days and feel that my calling is being a mother. My job as a mother is not...

Laura B. says "Tiffany is wonderful with children and she knows her job very well. Will stay late if you need her to and will go that extra mile. I would hire her again...

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Looking For Nanny/Mother's Helper Jobs!

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
As a big sister of two little brothers, and a member of a large extended family (with lots of little cousins!), my love for kids has only grown over the years. Kids are my passion, and I always feel comfortable around them. I love to play, teach, and create with children, as I've always been a very creative and driven person...

Sarena M. says "Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and always happy to...

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Huntley, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm an experienced and compassionate caregiver with over 9 years of hands-on experience nannying infants and toddlers. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, and I always strive to adapt to each family's unique needs and routines. My schedule is very flexible, and I have my own reliable transportation. Over the years, I've...

Vanessa M. says "I interviewed Cyrenna a couple weeks ago, she showed up on time, always answered my text messages fast, she was very sweet and kind. Cyrenna was helpful...

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Bilingual Nanny/ Spanish Teacher

Hampshire, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I am a teacher with more than 10 years of experience teaching and taking care of children from 0-12 years of age. My experience involves founding and running a kids learning center at a church in Venezuela. I have extensive experience orienting children in middle school, and I am fluent and fully literate in Spanish. I am also...

Care Member says "I have worked with Irma for two years now and I can’t imagine my life without her. We hired Irma to watch our son, Misha, who was about 9 months old at...

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Creative And Fun Sitter

Sycamore, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! Thank you for viewing my profile! My name is Autumn and I am 26 years old. I am an experienced nanny who is very responsible, reliable, and has a great sense of time management! I am CPR and First Aid trained. I am also very creative and love to promote hands on activities and play based learning for all ages! I value...

Victoria P. says "Autumn watched my twin girls on and off from the time they were infants. She is very dependable. She is very caring and interacts with my girls very...

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Nanny Looking For Part/Full Time Position (August-December)

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Alicia. As a Recreational Therapist, my education and career have focused on caring for individuals of all abilities. I have experience caring for younger cousins, friends' children, and families through care. com. I have cared for children ranging 5mth-teens, and have been a camp counselor for both children and...

Mel F. says "She was on time and great with my kids. She was always playing and interacting with my children. She has a great attitude. She is trustworthy. She...

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Fun Sitter

Huntley, IL

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Allie! I hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education with over 12 years of experience working with and nannying children of all ages. I'm currently looking for a full-time position where I can bring my passion for child development, creativity, and nurturing care into a loving home. I believe in...

Jenny H. says "Allie is great with all children. She is very attentive to all ages and children love her."

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Woodstock, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I have recently jumped back into nannying, although I am often around children as I have 4 of the coolest nieces & nephews so I have plenty experiences with kids despite the hiatus from nannying as my job! In my free time I enjoy concerts, camping, football, finding new food spots, & chill days at home binge watching....

Michael D. says "Thanks to Care.com, we are happy to have a nice babysitter for our son, who will be 3 years old on the 3rd of December. Liz is a caring and experienced...

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Lynn D.'s Photo

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I adore babies and children! I've provided care and enrichment for littles for years, personally and professionally, from ages three-months on up. My motto is "safety plus planning (basis structure) equals fun." I treat each child as if they were my own. I want you (parents) to feel secure and relaxed, knowing your...

Care Member says "Lynn has been with my family sense August and has been a huge part of my 2 and 4 year olds growth. She has nurtured and cared for them as if they were...

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Loves Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience
Hi, my name is Alysse. I am 24 years old and I have recently graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education with endorsements in both ESL and Special Education. In my past experiences, I was a student teacher at Froberg Elementary and I've also done observations at both Froberg...
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Tess S.'s Photo

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have spent more than 4 years as a teacher in a daycare setting and almost 6 years as a private nanny . I've spent much of my time caring for infants and toddlers, but I love working with older children as well. Kindness is key. Here are some things I focus on while nannying: -Establishing and maintaining a schedule -Large...

Kari F. says "As a work from home mom also balancing caring for a baby, Tess was a life saver! She helped out for half days with my son so I could get some work done or...

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Huntley, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I love being a Nanny and being a positive role model to children of all ages. Children are always encouraged to be creative, self thinkers, silly, helpful, caring and well mannered by me as their Nanny. Babies are constantly nurtured by me with a soft kind voice, gentle caring touch, playful demeanor, and knowledge to...

Nicole T. says "We are so happy to have found Cheri to care for our son. Cheri started with us when our son was about 4 months old and she stayed with us until he started...

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Lisa S.'s Photo

Poplar Grove, IL

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello. My name is Lisa. I am 47 years old and have been working with children for 25 years, 20 years as a private nanny. I really love my profession. Experience with ages 2 months -15 years, including twins. I enjoy teaching children, stimulating their body and mind. Age appropriate activities in and outside of the home. I am...

Heather R. says "Lisa is reliable, knowledgeable and experienced. She was key to our success in surviving the first year as new parents with twins. "

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  • 60 nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated nannies is 3.0

Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Garden Prairie, IL

Nannies in Garden Prairie, IL are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed nannies

Maria M.

Maria "Lulu" was without a doubt the best nanny we have ever had. She took care of our daughter as if she was her own and became part of the...

- Christopher Z.

Quinn M.

Quinn is a kind and thoughtful Nanny to our daughters. She kept them happy and entertained. She was always quick to step in and help me. She...

- Addison J.

Giavanna R.

Gia did a great job with our 3 little kids. I didn’t allow television while she was with them, but she kept them busy by doing arts and...

- Care member

Common questions about hiring a nanny in Garden Prairie, IL

The average hourly rate for nannies on Care.com in Garden Prairie, IL is around $25.00 as of March, 2026. Actual costs can vary based on your location, the nanny’s experience, and the number of children who need care. Families who need specialized help, such as infant care, overnight support, or light housekeeping, may pay higher rates. For a detailed breakdown of average nanny pay and what factors affect pricing, visit our guide to nanny costs or explore the Care.com Cost Calculator for more information on the cost of nannies in Garden Prairie, IL.

There are a few good ways to find a trusted nanny in Garden Prairie, IL. Many families start by asking friends, relatives, or neighbors for recommendations. You can also post in local parenting groups or community boards to find caregivers who come with personal referrals. Online platforms like Care.com make it easy to connect with qualified nannies near you. There are currently 1 nannies in Garden Prairie, IL on Care.com. You can filter by experience, hourly rate, and availability, then review profiles and read feedback from other local families. For more tips and ideas on finding the right fit, see our guide on how to find a nanny.

Families in Garden Prairie, can find many different types of nanny services to match their schedules and needs. Options include full-time and part-time nannies, live-in nannies, bilingual nannies, and those with experience caring for infants, toddlers, or multiple children. Some families hire night nannies to help with overnight routines, while others look for caregivers who can assist with homework, school pickups, or after-school care. Many nannies also provide light household help, like meal prep or tidying up after the kids, offering families extra support day to day.

When interviewing a nanny in Garden Prairie, it’s helpful to ask questions that give you a sense of their experience, approach to childcare, and daily routines. You might ask about their past roles, preferred age groups, comfort with activities like meal prep or transportation, and how they handle discipline or emergencies. It’s also a good idea to discuss scheduling, communication style, and expectations around household duties. Parents often prepare a a nanny interview checklist to make sure important topics like scheduling, communication, and responsibilities are covered.

When choosing a nanny in Garden Prairie, IL, consider both experience and personality fit. Look for someone with strong references, a proven track record in childcare, and certifications like CPR or first aid. It’s also important to find a nanny who communicates clearly and aligns with your family’s values, routines, and expectations. Many families on Care.com take additional steps such as setting up trial days, and discussing responsibilities in detail to make sure they find a reliable and trustworthy match.

Yes, many nannies in Garden Prairie, IL offer flexible schedules to fit different family routines. You can find part-time nannies who provide care a few days a week, after-school help, or morning coverage. Families who need extra support can also find weekend nannies for occasional or regular care on Saturdays and Sundays. Care.com makes it easy to filter by availability, schedule, and experience so you can find a nanny whose hours align with your needs.

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