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347 personal assistants are listed in Chicago, IL
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 5 years
Personal assistants in Chicago, IL
Sheila H.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver/Companion/Personal Assistant/Housekeeping
5.0
(4)
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I am the right person to take care of your loved one because I am a kind and compassionate individual with extreme patience. I care and want to help individuals who cannot help themselves. I feel that I am the right person for the job because I would treat your loved one like they were my own. I love being around the elderly...
5.0
"Sheila provided excellent care for my mother and her dedication deserves recognition. Her professionalism, compassion, and friendliness were truly remarkable. Sheila ensured my mom felt respected, cared for,...
Reviewed by Azadeh T.
5.0
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I would love to be part of your journey called life. Love to contribute my experience in life and ultimately make the fast passed environment more pleasant and happy place to live for all of us. Love healthy cooking, fruit and veggies juicing in a specific combination to relief different health condition. Worked in a cooking...
5.0
"Boriana was a great sitter. She looked after our 4 year old son without any issues. She was sweet and he really enjoyed being around her. Would definitely hire her again in the future."
Reviewed by Robert M.
5.0
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My name is Natalia, I'm from Chile and I'm 31 years old. In 2014 I moved to Argentina to study Advertising at Palermo University. Then in 2019 I moved to the US to perfect my English and study some courses in Marketing at Northwestern University - Kellog. I am a very active person, I like outdoor activities (hiking, biking,...
5.0
"We have the children, aged 5, 3, and 1. Natalia did a great job caring for all of them, even managing to console our three year old who decided when we were headed out the door to have a mini-meltdown. The kids...
Reviewed by Maryellen M.
5.0
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provided comfort and companionship towards my clients. Very attentive, patient, compassionate and professional in responding towards clients needs with a caring attitude on treating them with dignity and respect.
Previously work with Patients with following conditions:
Alzheimers
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary...
Verlisa B.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver, Nurse, Nanny, Housekeeper, Personal Administrative Assistant.
4.0
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As a Caregiver and Nurse, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and attentive care for your loved one. I have over 10 years of experience in providing Care for Dementia, Dialysis, Cancer Patients and More.
I enjoy providing companionship , meal preparation, bathing-wound care, medication reminders and transportation to...
5.0
"Verlisa B. provided compassionate Caregiving Services for my grandmother, she always arrived on time and went above and beyond to encourage my grandmother by showing her how to maintain some sense of normalcy...
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5.0
(3)
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My experience ranges from infants to school aged children. I am open to being in a number of positions including nanny, house manager, and personal assistant. In addition to having held these positions I was also a live-in nanny for 3 years. I enjoy being in a role where I wear multiple hats and do everything I can to help a...
5.0
"Amanda was absolutely wonderful with our son! She began working for us as a full-time nanny when he was almost 7 months old. She was incredibly patient, caring and nurturing. She was very energetic and great...
Reviewed by Brittany A.
Joanna S.
Chicago, IL
$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
High End - House Manager/family Assistant/executive Housekeeper, Family Assistant Available.
5.0
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I have 14 years of House management
, family assistant experience. I've worked in high end homes/estates as house manager; family assistant, nanny, personal stylist, executive housekeeper and chef.
I was in-charge of general up keep and cleanliness of large estate residences between 4, 000 sq. ft. - 28, 000 sq. ft. I did weekly...
5.0
"Good help is not hard to find if you hire Joanna and her awesome team. Not only is she a wonderful and lovely person with a good heart she is a very knowledgeable, professional, hardworking and focused person...
Reviewed by Linda K.
5.0
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I've been a CNA for 21 years, 9 years in a nursing home, 12 years doing home care. I've cared for my aunt, grandfather, and grandmother in their last days and cared for my mother through her fight with breast cancer. October of 2016 was her last day of chemo, that following December my son became paralyzed, I'm currently caring...
5.0
"Elissa is compassionate, patient & experienced with people with dementia. "
Reviewed by Melissa W.
5.0
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Hi My name is Tatiana. I have 15 years experience with nannying and 8+ years that included House Management and Personal Chef Services. I have always gotten so much joy caring for children and being an integral part of your family's function and growth. I am currently seeking a part time position and would love the opportunity...
5.0
"Tatiana worked with our family for over a year. She was unflappable in the daily chaos of three young children, and was reliable in getting our children to and from school and other activities. She is a strong...
Reviewed by Care member
4.9
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Hi my name is Rina (:
I am a easy going, calm, confident, positive, reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 6+ years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers.
I have previous work experience working as a teaching assistant/floater for a day care center. I was responsible for the...
5.0
"Karina gets along great with our kids but is still able to be an authority figure for them."
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Guadalupe S.
Chicago, IL
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! My name is Lupe , I am a professional experienced Montessori educator Woman , I will be so happy to assist you in caring your children . I am a very reliable , patient respectful person who loves to care, interact , play learn with children and enjoys being part of their life. I have worked with children of different ages...
5.0
"She is very adaptable and friendly. "
Reviewed by Melissa L.
5.0
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Hi my name is Zoe, I've recently started working full time as a house manager and personal assistant. I graduated from DePaul University with a degree in Communication Studies and a minor in Hospitality Leadership. I spent the last few years working in the restaurant industry and also worked part time cleaning/organizing but...
Haneen H.
Chicago, IL
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, families! I'm Haneen, and I'm an experienced nanny, babysitter, and personal assistant. I have been in this field for over 12 years and have gained a reputation for being reliable, trustworthy, and caring.
As a caregiver, I have worked with children of all ages and have a deep understanding of child development. I provide a...
5.0
"Haneen was very punctual, personable and organized. She was very helpful with the kids with school work and prepping dinner if I had work. The kids absolutely adored her and loved having her around. She was...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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Hello! My name is Brianne. Moved to Chicago in 2020 to pursue a career supporting pregnant women and children as a Doula. I have a combined 8+ years experience with babysitting, longer term nannying, real life experience with my 2. 5 y/o sibling, as well as hands-on experience working as a doula for Birthways Chicago. I've been...
Martha O.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Experienced and responsible caregiver with 15+ years of experience proving the best care for the best clients/patients. I have worn many hats as the caregiver, companion, personal assistant, CNA and even babysitter! I provide well-rounded care and treat my clients with the utmost respect as I lead with kindness and patience. My...
5.0
"I am a RN. Martha took care of my Dad while he was still at home. When he moved to assisted living, my Dad asked Martha to continue as his caregiver. Martha is extremely competent, detail oriented, and most...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(1)
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Hello! My name is Brianne. Moved to Chicago in 2020 to pursue a career supporting pregnant women and children as a Doula. I'm now pursing my Master's in Social Work . I have a combined 8+ years of experience with babysitting, longer term nannying, housekeeping , real life experience with my 2. 5 y/o baby brother, as well as...
5.0
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Hi There!
I have 10+ years of dog walking, personal assistant, meal prep and child care experience. I maintained a roster of clients while pursuing my degree in Music Business at Columbia College. As my career in the music festival and touring industry blossomed post graduation, I remained in contact with my clients back home...
5.0
"We hired Jovana to prepare weekly meals for us. Each Monday, she comes to our house and spends the afternoon preparing amazing dinners that she proportions and packages for us and leaves instructions on each...
Reviewed by Julie B.
5.0
(1)
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Hi, my name is Keila. I consider myself positive, trustworthy, and caring individual, driven by a passion to help children grow in a loving, educational and safe environment, teaching them through the playing and talking for physical and linguistic development. I have 20 years of experience. I speak Spanish too. I am a religious...
5.0
"Keila has been a great nanny for our family. She has become part of the family. She takes great care of our son, and she also cooks for him, cleans our house, helps with laundry. I would definitely recommend...
Reviewed by Jessica A.
5.0
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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 also worked taking care of the players kids at baseball home games. I've been a nanny full time, part time and occasional babysitting. I've nannied in New Orleans, Dallas, and New York. I'm...
5.0
"I interviewed Krystyna for our new born son and really enjoyed her kindness, her experience and her interest in kiddos. She has a good amount of experience working with all age ranges, multiple children and...
Reviewed by Lindsey B.
Meggie D.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
HIGHLY EXPERIENCED, Upbeat & *FUN* Sitter W/ STELLAR References!
5.0
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Hi there! I'm a 35-year-old Syracuse University graduate & published playwright who recently moved to Chicago from NYC. I have 10+ years of professional child care experience, including FT, PT, and live-in (Manhattan, Hamptons in the summers). After graduating college, I spent several years as a live-in nanny/personal assistant...
5.0
"Meggie is the best babysitter we had in a long time. I hired her directly from Care.com and she stayed with my children for three nights while I was out of town. The kids loved her! She is flexible, responsible...
Reviewed by Jutta K.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Chicago, IL
Sheila H.
5.0
Sheila provided excellent care for my mother and her dedication deserves recognition. Her professionalism, compassion, and friendliness were truly remarkable. Sheila ensured my mom felt respected, cared for, and accompanied during my working hours.
Her genuine kindness and polite demeanor were...
- Azadeh T.
Boriana D.
5.0
Boriana is very professional, reliable, hard working, and follows instructions well. She is a good cook and kept our kitchen clean after cooking. A very lovely person!
- Kristine S.
Natalia C.
5.0
We have the children, aged 5, 3, and 1. Natalia did a great job caring for all of them, even managing to console our three year old who decided when we were headed out the door to have a mini-meltdown. The kids gave her a good review, too! We liked her so much we've already had her come back to...
- Maryellen M.
Verlisa B.
5.0
Verlisa b. Provided transportation for our father to his weekly dialysis appointments. Ms. B maintains keys to our home and She drives our automobile. She is very trust worthy and our father is very happy with the support that Verlisa provides. We are happy to provide a reference regarding her...
- Care member
Amanda C.
5.0
Amanda babysat my 2 year old daughter when her daycare classroom was closed for a week. She was absolutely wonderful! She engaged my daughter in conversation and was incredibly patient and kind to her. She easily was able to adapt to my daughter's schedule and had no issue taking initiative with...
- Sara V.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Chicago
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Chicago, IL?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Chicago, IL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $21.33 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Chicago?
Care.com has 347 personal assistants in Chicago, IL. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Chicago or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Chicago?
Most personal assistants in Chicago, IL can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Chicago. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Chicago, IL personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Personal Assistants in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 164 reviews of the 347 listed personal assistants.