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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
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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 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...
Reviewed by Jordan 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...
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...
Reviewed by Colleen O.
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
"We enlisted Rashawnda's services in December 2021. She cared for our mother until September 2022, when our mother made her transition.
Her relationship with our mother was tender, respectful, lighthearted,...
Reviewed by Deborah H.
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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
"The kids had a great time with Maria! Highly recommended!"
Reviewed by John Z.
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Experienced caregiver with an illustrious track record spanning over 20 years of providing personalized and heartfelt care to diverse individuals in need. This multifaceted exposure has not only enriched my skills but also instilled in me a creative approach to delivering compassionate care. My journey in caregiving has been an...
5.0
"Maria C. is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of my mother for the last 12 years of her life, until she passed away last year at 98. Maria was calm and understanding even when my mother, diagnosed with...
Reviewed by Andrei U.
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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 a very responsible and caring babysitter. She currently helps us with our toddler for date nights and when we are working late nights. She is responsible, timely, and does a great job of caring for our...
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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
"Ms. Flo was an excellent communicator and fully confident on managing my kids who are totally wild and off schedule. She is so kind and very capable. We’ll be reaching out to her again next time we are in...
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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
"Kimberly is incredible! I would highly recommend her. During her very first visit, my 15 mo son (who is often skeptical with new people) looked at Kimberly as if she was a beloved, well known friend and greeted...
Reviewed by Anne K.
5.0
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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
"Rico was communicative and very professional. He helped my elderly Father with senior care services including bathing and grooming. Our family would hire Rico again and recommend him to other families."
Reviewed by Lyn H.
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.
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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.
Kiara L.
Chicago, IL
$22-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
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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 a full-time nanny for my daughter from the age of 5-8 months. The only reason we stopped is because we had our start date in our preferred local daycare that we had scheduled a year ahead of time....
Reviewed by Mara K.
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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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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
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.
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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 has been helping us out last minute with our twin toddlers while our nanny has been on vacation. She's punctual, communicates well and is great with the kids. Highly recommend."
Reviewed by Grant C.
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I love helping children grow, explore, and learn about life, as well as ensuring their health and well-being.
I was born and raised in Peru, where I worked as an Assistant Manager, earning organizational skills and managing daily tasks. Since moving to the USA, I have invested in continuing education, not only to learn English...
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"Thank you Consuelo! I reached out to Consuelo after seeing her profile, when I was looking for last minute childcare. She responded promptly and was able to come in the mornings to help care for my 16 month...
Reviewed by Elizabeth M.
Dominique B.
Chicago, IL
$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi Parents,
I'm Dominique, an experienced nanny with a dedicated passion for childcare spanning over four years. During this time, I've had the privilege of caring for children ranging from 4 months to 12 years old. What truly resonates with me is the opportunity to witness the unique personalities of each child and contribute...
5.0
"We interviewed Dominique for a full time nanny position. She was punctual and professional throughout the process. She connected instantly with the kids and they enjoyed meeting her. She provided a polished...
Reviewed by Melissa S.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Chicago, IL
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.
Maria B.
5.0
Maria was great. Punctual, low-stress, and great with the kids. She even did bedtime with two littles! (1 & 3)
- Jason 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 $21.32 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 190 reviews of the 338 listed personal assistants.