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338 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
5.0
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I am Zoe, a 19-year-old born and raised in Chicago. I am currently a freshman attending university for pharmacy and biology.
I am offering child and pet care services.
I have been trained to give CPR to adults and infants. I have 7 younger siblings, in which I helped raise the youngest only being a few months. I would...
5.0
"Zoe is great with my little one! I really don’t want to share her but I will! She is a great choice for your little one as she comes from a big family herself, she is the oldest of her siblings I believe she...
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Hi My Name is Annie and I seriously love hanging out with children. They are so full of amazing energy and such a joy to be around. I am passionate about children because you can learn a lot from them, like how to enjoy the simple things in life. I have been working with children for the past 7 years in the position of...
5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about Annie! She watched my son for a year part time during the week while I worked remotely. He was 13 months when she started with us. She has the best attitude, great...
Reviewed by Katie C.
4.8
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Hey there, lovely parents! I'd love to introduce myself and tell you a little about my experience as a babysitter/nanny. I've been working with kids of all ages for 21 years now, and I absolutely love it! I'm a reliable, patient, hardworking, creative, and fun-loving person, and I'm always up for some adventure with the little...
4.0
"I interviewed Rhonda and was very impressed with her responses and qualifications. Unfortunately, Rhonda's availability dropped and we needed someone who could do at least 3 days of week. I truly believe those...
Reviewed by Emily E.
Rashawnda P.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Vaccinated & Full Of Integrity CNA Looking For Fulltime Client.
5.0
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Certified Nursing Assistant with over 15 years of training/ hands on experiences.
SKILLS includes- sit to stand lift & Hoyer lift. Repositioning, CPR, Personal care.
Physical therapy /exercise/ range of motion.
GI-tubes
Outings- park, doctor visits, special events & nurture walks.
Communication is key for me. Having an open...
5.0
"I would absolutely recommend Rashawnda for senior care needs. Rashawnda helped care for my father, a stroke patient. She is a caring, positive, dependable caretaker/CNA. She assisted with everything from...
Reviewed by Donya M.
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Certified nursing assistant for 12 years. I have training in many settings for nursing homes, memory care & private home care. I have cared for people with special need-independent clients to total care. I have experience in feed/gtube. I have training in transportation lifts(Hoyer, Stand lift). Personal care- ( pri-care,...
5.0
"Rashawnda is absolutely wonderful. My kids adore her. She is definitely like a member of our family."
Reviewed by Veronica C.
Maria B.
Chicago, IL
$15-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi, I am Maria!! I am 31 years old, I have been working as Dental Assistant in a pediatric dental office for 5 years and part time nanny. I come from a big loving family. In me you can find a punctual, responsible, educated, sincere, reliable, fun and friendly person. I sincerely love spending time with kids and I know how...
5.0
"Maria was great. Punctual, low-stress, and great with the kids. She even did bedtime with two littles! (1 & 3)"
Reviewed by Jason C.
5.0
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I am a certified nursing assistant I have been working as a caregiver/ companionship for more than 10 years . I previously worked in some nursing homes and couple of private care jobs . I'm very compassionate, sympathetic and caring person, who goes extra miles when doing my job and I love what I do. I have taken care of...
5.0
"Rhoda took care of husband and was caring, responsible and always cheerful and helpful. "
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I have a degree in Marketing Comm & have also worked as a nurse assistant at Hinsdale Hospital. I am current on CPR, First Aide & AED, ServeSafe, etc. I have also babysat for children at their homes. I'm open to providing care to any age as I enjoy providing care, nurturing, and compassion to those in need. I'm also a mother to...
5.0
"Florence is our "go-to" babysitter. She was quick to learn our son, D's, G-Tube and is super reliable. We even left him with her while we went on vacation for a few days and trusted her completely watching D....
Reviewed by Karen M.
4.6
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I'm 28 years old and I've been working and caring for kids for the past 10 years. I worked as a teacher, was an au pair and now nanny. I have experience taking care of kids from all ages, specially babies. I'm a great cooker, love to spend time with kids and to make part of their development, helping however I can. I play guitar...
5.0
"Kim was amazing. The kids absolutely loved her. She was kind, patient, responsive, punctual, knowledgeable, intuitive and experienced. We came home to a very tidy house as well which is ALWAYS appreciated. Will...
Reviewed by Amie R.
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I have been taking care of the elderly for the past 18 years and been blessed to serve and care for them. I am experienced in dementia, Alzheimer's, quadriplegic and more. I am a certified nursing assistant (CNA) in the state of IL, and I have an easy-going demeanor and positive attitude. I always look for other ways or...
5.0
"Upon meeting Rico we knew he was going to be the caregiver for us. My husband responded to his care immediately. He was soft spoken and gentle and was able to get a stubborn man the help he needed. Rico was...
Reviewed by Maureen T.
5.0
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Hi, my name is Adia !
I believe that education is essential and crucial to a healthy mind. From the early age of 9, I was placed in honors classes due to my advanced learning capabilities. My parents helped me understand the importance of learning, and it is my goal to help children become more confident in trouble subjects. I...
5.0
"Adia has been extremely beneficial to my child's learning process. Combining both classic and modern teaching methods. She shows up punctual, professional and prepared. Would highly recommend."
Reviewed by Ernest L.
Kiara L.
Chicago, IL
$22-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi my name is Kiara, I am 23 years old and I have had experience babysitting for 7 years now. I recently worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher for infants, toddlers, and pre-schoolers, but am now a nanny for 2 newborn twins and 2-year-old toddler (so I am great with multiple kids!) . I absolutely adore children! I am a...
5.0
"Kiara was so nice to my child! He had a wonderful time with her. Kiara was very communicative with us and did everything we asked of her, would definitely recommend to others!"
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Hello
Being a caregiver takes patience, and although family/friends may be there for you, when everyone needs a break where do you look? You begin with your customized description of what's needed and then you start to search. I'm going to give you a breakdown of what quality care from me, that will assist you to continue your...
5.0
"I can say she is a very good spirit dedicated family oriented eager to learn great personality beautiful friend loving person to know"
Reviewed by Antwon J.
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As a babysitter, I have nine years of experience. I worked for six months as a full time nanny and started when the child was 4 months old. During college, I worked as a camp counselor, so I love crafts. I was a teacher's assistant in the Early Child Development Lab for two and a half years. At the daycare center, I worked with...
5.0
"Smart, attentive, caring, and a good sense of humor. Katie is excellent. "
Reviewed by James G.
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I like caring for seniors because it brings me joy to help others. My most recent work was in Elmhurst taking care of a woman with Alzheimers. My responsibilities included help with dressing, meal preparation, driving to leisure activities, physical activity, and companionship. I was sad that she could no longer be at home and...
5.0
"Katherine (Katie) worked for us as a caregiver for my mother from about February 2022
to June 2023.
Katherine was huge help to our family in a time of need. My mother was diagnosed with
Alzheimer’s and it...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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From 2012-2013 I worked for the Autism Program of Illinois, and umbrella company of The Hope Institute for Children and Families. In my role as Network Outreach Coordinator I worked on behalf of children and families with Autism and other developmental disabilities. My previous role, along with my years of volunteer experience...
5.0
"I called Bonita last minute and she showed right up. She was very patient and understanding with my daughter. She has a bright smile and brings positivity with her, which helps when you have a kid suffering...
Reviewed by Crystal M.
Ashley P.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
3.7
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Hi there! My name is Ashley. I am 23 years old and currently in my second year of teaching. I have had the pleasure of teaching both 3rd and 5th grade. I absolutely love working with kids and started at the early age of 10 years old. Since then, I have nannied and tutored for several years. I enjoy working with kiddos on their...
5.0
"Ashley is a mature, reliable, charismatic caregiver. She was a nanny for my 9 and 11 year old for a summer. She kept them off the couch and she made sure they ate healthy. They loved her and they still talk...
Reviewed by Olivia H.
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Hello! My name is Caley and I would love to get kids away from the screen, explore outside, and bring on the creativity. I am also happy to assist with virtual classes and school curriculum help. I can provide childcare, English tutoring, and general music/cello lessons.
I am a senior at DePaul University in Chicago studying...
5.0
"Caley is great with my kids. She is patient, and kind. My kids are always so happy to see her!!"
Reviewed by Sheree D.
Sonia M.
Chicago, IL
$25-27/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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I am 30 years old. I am a responsible and loving person. I am Currently looking for a full-time nanny position, where I can apply my exceptional experience with taking care of kids. I've been babysitting for 6 years. I have outstanding experience with toddlers and older kids. I enjoy being a nanny because working with kids has...
5.0
"In the short time that we have known Sonia, we have nothing but positive things to say about her. She was very responsive to email and had excellent follow up/follow through. During our interview, our 18-month...
Reviewed by Lisa W.
5.0
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While I don't currently have children of my own, I have always had a strong affinity for caregiving and am confident in my ability to be a nurturing parent in the future. Growing up with younger siblings and numerous nieces and nephews, I've been immersed in childcare for as long as I can remember. During high school, I...
5.0
"Rachel helped us out very last minute. Despite a very hectic situation at home, she was wonderful with our daughter. Very happy to have connected with her and look forward to hiring her again."
Reviewed by Ashley W.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Chicago, IL
Zoe L.
5.0
Zoe is great with my little one! I really don’t want to share her but I will! She is a great choice for your little one as she comes from a big family herself, she is the oldest of her siblings I believe she has like 6-7 siblings!
- Care member
Annie H.
5.0
I hired Annie to babysit my 2 year old and she did an amazing job. After a great interview, she came to our house and babysat for 6 hours while I was busy with work. She was very sweet, on time and overall is a very nice and respectable young lady.
- Jordan C.
Rhonda C.
5.0
Rhonda cares for my 4 month old son since I returned to work from my maternity leave. She is prompt and dependable and I can tell she really cares for my child. She is a mom herself, so she comes with lots of great experience. Her communication with me throughout the day when I'm at work is...
- Colleen O.
Rashawnda P.
5.0
Rashawnda was a pleasure to have in our home. She engaged with my dad & assisted him with daily tasks & was friendly/kind throughout. She was helpful during a time that my family needed the help & we would be happy to have her again to help out with my dad.
- Lisa G.
Rashawnda P.
5.0
Rashawnda is absolutely wonderful. My kids adore her. She is definitely like a member of our family.
- Veronica C.
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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 $21.27 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 338 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 189 reviews of the 338 listed personal assistants.