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Allison B.


Chicago, IL

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Reoccurring / Date-Night Nanny & Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am working full-time at a children focused non-profit. I am a DePaul graduate, who has now lived in Chicago for over 7 years. I am looking for additional opportunities outside of normal work hours. I began babysitting at 13 taking care of two children ages 5 and 8, and their dog through ages 9 and 12. We went on park trips,...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Allison is bright, reliable and fun-loving with our two children. She related to both our son and daughter through play, and always brought a bag of activities she had prepared: homemade play dough, a favorite book of her own, items to hide for a treasure hunt,...

Kristi K.

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Bogumila D.


Chicago, IL

$10-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 39 years old Polish lady. I am a mature, responsible, reliable and cheerful person with excellent childcare and interpersonal skills, and extensive experience as a live-out nanny. I simply love children, love caring for them. I have more than 6 years of experience with kids of various ages. Recently I have worked for family...
Bogumila can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Bogumila (Bogna) was our nanny for over 2 years. She took care of our 3 kids (ages 2,4,6 when she started). She worked 4 days a week, started early in the morning, and was always timely and never missed a day of work. She was flexible if I needed to switch a day...

Michelle G.

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Janeth T.


Cicero, IL

$20-34/hr1 yrs exp

Friendly And Outgoing Person Who Loves Babies!

I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and caring person. I am passionate about furthering my time in the Nanny field so that I can continue doing what I love and broadening my experiences.
Janeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She is a very respectful an and responsible person, she was an amazing caretaker to my children. "

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Bobbie B.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Mother of 4 grown boys looking to help other moms balance their busy lives and assist in child care duties, household duties and organization to maintain a stress-free child care and home life experience. I would like to help by providing loving and caring atmosphere for the children to be active and learn from activities and...
Bobbie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Both my husband and I are grateful and thankful to find such a wonderful person to care for our children. She is always on time, reliable and very sweet to them."

LuShanna C.

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Mia D.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience - Loves Art, Reading/education, And The Outdoors!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am looking for a full-time nannying job located near the Avondale area. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have nannied for many families with diverse backgrounds and needs, caring for infants as young as 2 months and children as old as 12 years. I also have experience working with kids as an...
Mia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mia has watched my daughter since around 5 months. She super sweet and my daughter loves her. She is my current nanny and my daughter is now 19 months. Super responsible, follows instructions, has taken my daughter to outdoor activities, including soccer, museums,...

Marilupe M.

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Maureen D.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Part-Time Nanny

Nice to meet you! My name is Maureen, and I'm currently living in the suburbs of Chicago and about to start a program at Loyola University Chicago to get my masters degree in social work. While I complete the two year program, I'd like to keep up with pet and house sitting, something I've done frequently for the past 10 years. I...
Maureen can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We hired Maureen to watch our two year old girl (and puppy) several times and has been a delight to have around. They are always punctual and responsible and take our dog on great long walks. One of the best memories with Maureen has been coming home to them and...

Esther N.

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Jessica M.


Chicago, IL

$24-26/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible And Friendly.

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jessica and I'm 32 years old. I have a bachelor degree in Pedagogy (Brazil) and I also have an associate degree in Business Administration (USA). I have over 10 years of experience with Childcare. I worked in a daycare for three years as a teacher assistant. I was an elementary school teacher before I left Brazil....
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jess helped us for a week of backup care while our nanny was on vacation. She took care of my 13 month old and helped with my 6 year old before and after camp. Was fantastic in keeping the very active toddler busy and entertained and on schedule. Prepped meals,...

Megan B.

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Anna L.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Anna! I am a graduate student living in Chicago, and seeking a part-time nanny position for the summer while I attend classes. I have worked with children as young as 5 months up to age 15. When nannying/babysitting, I love baking, doing arts and crafts, exploring, playing outside and reading. I use my creative...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My family loved Anna! She was great with the kids and was a huge help to us. We have three kids with busy schedules and she was always on time to pick them up from school and drop them off at their activities. Anna is very responsible and I was never worried about...

Caiti F.

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Mary C.


Elmhurst, IL

$30/hr3 yrs exp

I Have Been Nannying For 8 Years Now! I Am Very Trustworthy Honest Person And I Love Kids!

As a seasoned 57-year-old woman with extensive experience and the proud mother of five grown children, I bring a wealth of nurturing wisdom and expertise to the role of a nanny. With a lifelong dedication to caring for and raising my own children, I've cultivated a deep understanding of child development, a nurturing demeanor,...
5.0
"Mary was the best nanny we have ever had! She is vibrant and nurturing. My kids still ask for her to come visit. She’s detail oriented, kind, fun and responsible! "

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Chelsea E.


Chicago, IL

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have graduated from the University of Dayton and currently live in Lakeview, Chicago! I have experience in the healthcare field for the past 5 years and am Covid vaccinated and CPR certified. I have current experience with babies to older children as I have nannied for 5+ years, babysat neighborhood kids since I was 13,...
Chelsea can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Chelsea worked for us for half of this summer as our former sitter unexpectedly moved out of state. We found Chelsea and she was the best sitter we ever had. She is cheerful, happy cooked meals played and bonded so well with our kids. They still miss her. We hope...

Crystal F.

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Larissa D.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Lari, fully vaccinated and I'm an international student. I am looking for my next position to start any time, ideally 40 hours but open to more. I take classes on M, W and Th so on Mondays I will need to leave work by 4:45 p.m. and W-TH at 4 p.m. but if you live near the Loop, I could work until 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays,...
Larissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Larissa, is the best! She took a good care of my kids while my husband and I worked. She's patient, organized and caring. My kids loved her, I would definitely book with her again and I highly recommend her service. :)"

Joyce L.

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Kailyn O.


Chicago, IL

$28-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Kailyn and I'm currently a 3rd grade teacher in Naperville. I also am getting my masters in Low Vision and Blindness at Illinois State. I come from a family of 6 and I am the oldest so I have become very equipped to caring for younger kids. Over the summer, I have been a live in nanny for 4 years for two children who...
Kailyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kailyn is one of the best sitters we have had. She was able to take care of my 3 month old without sacrificing attention to my four year old. She is a sweet woman who truly has a passion for children. We can't say enough great words about you! My children adore...

Katie O.

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Hannah W.


Chicago, IL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Patient Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm 25, a college graduate of Moody Bible Institute in 2021, and living in Lakeview East. I have previous experience as a full-time nanny for two different families, and many babysitting jobs. I can handle any age, and I've mostly worked with elementary aged children. I also have provided care for children on the autism...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

4.0
"Fun date night sitter. Excellent with crafts and creative play. Perfect sitter for young children who love dance parties and art activities. Very pleasant demeanor."

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Katie K.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Katie and I have a passion of working with children of all ages. I have over six years of experience babysitting, working at camps and as a para-professional. I also have degree in Social Work from the University of New Hampshire. I'm currently a graduate student at Loyola Chicago and live in the Roscoe...
Katie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Katie very quickly became a member of our family! She is flexible, easy-going and also completely dependable. Katie has a wonderful personality and seamlessly fits right in. She cared for our four young children and was very patient and attentive to them. "Katie...

Bridget S.

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Danielle C.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

I live in Jefferson Park (Chicago), and am looking to be a date night sitter for a wonderful family! I have a BA in Music from Syracuse University, and I was a certified music teacher in Massachusetts. I've been a lifeguard, taught swim lessons and worked with kids in camp settings for many summers and years since I was 18 years...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Danielle babysat for us for a date night. She was punctual, communicative, friendly, easy going, and highly attentive. I was a bit nervous about the whole thing, and she offered to text me every half hour to let me know how things were going and she did! She was...

Sara H.

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Margaret B.


Chicago, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Creative, Energetic, And Empathetic Sitter!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maggie and I am currently getting my Master in Social Work from Loyola Chicago, with the intent to work with child and family services. I live in Uptown and have my own car, so I can travel to you + transport your kids! I am fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 and I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I...
Margaret can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maggie was very sweet and attentive with my 7 month old. Easy communication and dependable"

Jennifer Z.

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Miranda G.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I love kids, and I have a lot of experience with children of all different ages. I have played many roles in a household, babysitter, nanny, live in nanny, mother's helper, household manager, and I am very comfortable being thrown into the mix of a family's day to day. I can provide excellent references upon request. I am...
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very good with children! Our 18 month old loves her. Very down-to-earth person. We couldn't ask for a better person to watch our son."

Melissa G.

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Rima G.


Clarendon Hills, IL

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Rima and I currently live in Clarendon Hills. I am looking for a full time nanny position. I have been working with kids for almost 30 years. I worked as a Preschool Teacher for 13 years in Lithuania (1985-1998). After moving to the United States in 1998 I cared for children in 4 different families over the last 16...
Rima can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I am Rima's daughter and I may be biased, but I truly believe that Rima is the best nanny you could ask for. Every family that she worked for was very appreciative of her and what she has done for the children over the years. She raises these families' kids like...

Sandra D.

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Mary S.


Chicago, IL

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been living, studying, nannying, and creating art in Chicago for 8 years. Chicago is my home, and working with children is my passion. Growing up, I was the third child of six, so I am incredibly patient. I am an aunt to four nephews and one niece. I believe in positive reinforcement, treating kids with respect, and...
Mary can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mary is reliable, communicative, and very attentive to our toddler. She has been conscientious and honest about risks/exposure to COVID and other illnesses, which is extremely important to us since our child is immunosuppressed. A bonus is that she always leaves...

Stephanie S.

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Sassy C.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello to all parents looking for a Nanny/ care taker. My name is Sassy, I am 26 years old. I live in Chicago IL, in the Logan Square area. I have been nannying since 2016, caring for children between the ages of 8 months-2-year-old. I have worked with 5 families 3 being full time. I have always had a connection with children...
Sassy can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in River Forest, IL

Allison B.

5.0

Allison is bright, reliable and fun-loving with our two children. She related to both our son and daughter through play, and always brought a bag of activities she had prepared: homemade play dough, a favorite book of her own, items to hide for a treasure hunt, colored bubbles, etc. The fact that...

- Kristi K.

Bogumila D.

5.0

Bogumila (Bogna) was our nanny for over 2 years. She took care of our 3 kids (ages 2,4,6 when she started). She worked 4 days a week, started early in the morning, and was always timely and never missed a day of work. She was flexible if I needed to switch a day due to my work schedule, and she...

- Michelle G.

Janeth T.

5.0

Janeth possess all important attributes that you'd desire for someone who is with your child. She has excellent communication skills and shows professionalism. She is highly enthusiastic and compassionate. She's always on time and my son is always excited to see her.

- Care member

Bobbie B.

5.0

Both my husband and I are grateful and thankful to find such a wonderful person to care for our children. She is always on time, reliable and very sweet to them.

- LuShanna C.

Mia D.

5.0

Mia has watched my daughter since around 5 months. She super sweet and my daughter loves her. She is my current nanny and my daughter is now 19 months. Super responsible, follows instructions, has taken my daughter to outdoor activities, including soccer, museums, etc. Also has picked up my daughter...

- Marilupe M.

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