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Katrin P. - Seeking Work in Lake In The Hills

Nanny Katrin

Lake In The Hills, IL
$20/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a qualified and experienced childcare practitioner with a great passion for working with children. From a young age I babysat for infants/children from family and friends and knew it was something I wanted to do as a profession. I studied childcare at college gaining comprehensive knowledge of child development/psychology, monitoring/evaluating children, and lesson planning/observation. Over the years I worked in varies childcare settings in Germany and the UK such as Kindergartens, Montessori Nursery, Primary Schools and Homecare Settings. My prior occupational roles include kindergarten teacher, general teaching assistant, 1-1 teaching assistant for children with special/additional educational needs, lunchtime supervisor, after school club lead, registered childminder and au pair; I also have 4 children of my own. I am patient, compassionate and dedicated to providing high quality care in a nurturing and safe environment. I enjoy the outdoors, arts/crafts & speak fluent German.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Tanya R. - Seeking Work in Lake In The Hills

Nanny Tanya

Lake In The Hills, IL
$25 - $45/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m a dependable, caring, and organized person who genuinely enjoys helping families and creating a safe, positive environment for children. I’m patient, attentive, and able to stay calm under pressure while keeping kids engaged, supported, and on schedule. I value clear communication, trust, and consistency, and I take pride in being someone parents can rely on. I’m also adaptable and hardworking, with experience balancing responsibilities, staying organized, and building strong relationships with both children and adults. I am bilingual and a veteran.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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How to Hire a Bilingual Nanny in Lake in the Hills, IL

Nanny Lane helps you find a bilingual nanny in Lake in the Hills, IL who can care for your children in more than one language.

We offer nanny services including background checks, Agency, and nanny payroll. Start by posting a profile with a job description, and soon you can start connecting with nannies who fit your family.

What Is a Bilingual Nanny?

A bilingual nanny speaks English and at least one other language, such as Spanish, French, Mandarin, or Portuguese, and uses both with the children. Some families want a native speaker to introduce a second language from an early age, and others need a nanny who can communicate with a relative or care for a child who speaks another language at home.

Common Responsibilities of Bilingual Nannies in Lake in the Hills, IL

A bilingual nanny handles the usual childcare tasks, such as meals, play, outings, and routines, while speaking the second language during everyday activities. Many also read stories, sing songs, and play games in that language, so children pick it up naturally rather than from flashcards.

What to Consider Before You Hire

Decide how much of the day you want in the second language and how fluent the nanny needs to be. Ask about their background in the language and any experience helping children learn it. Fluency varies, so it helps to have part of the interview in the language. If you need a specific language, mention it in your job description so nannies can find you.

Bilingual Nanny Interview Questions

Once you find a promising candidate, invite them for an interview to see if they would be a great fit for your family. Here are some questions you can ask:

  • Which languages do you speak, and how did you learn them?
  • How would you use the second language with my children during the day?
  • Have you helped children learn or keep up a second language before?
  • Are you comfortable speaking only in that language for part of the day?
  • Are you trained in First Aid or CPR?

At this stage, request their references and ask their references some questions. After preparing the job offer or contract, we recommend that you run a background check before the start date.

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