About Alexandra

hi! I'm Alex. I've been nannying on and off since I was 18 (that's 16 years!). I worked with my last family since 2016 and still see them regularly. I just moved to Chicago from NYC where I was born and raised. I love spending time with inquisitive, young minds! I believe in a perfect balance of letting children have their independence, but also guiding them to grow into their best selves. I've worked in healthcare for years (medical-surgical tech!) so I have endless patience, and know a thing or two about scrapes and bruises. I like to laugh, read, explore, teach, and learn. I'm detail-oriented, empathetic, and always looking to enrich and listen to children so that they can be heard, and feel endlessly confident and happy. will gladly watch pets (I have a cat and have had dogs!) as well as do light housekeeping/errands to make your life easier. I have a safe car as well. happy to answer any and all questions! references available upon request.