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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
hospice services
personal care
errands
light cleaning
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Hello! I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to take care of my grandparents. The life lessons they taught me, and our family were priceless. I am the eldest of six children and have one daughter and two beautiful granddaughters.
I understand that juggling the daily responsibilities of life can be a challenge,...
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, I'm Mimi. I currently attend UIC and am in my last semester of Teaching of History to become a high school teacher. I have worked on and off babysitting, lifeguarded for 2 years, and worked as a chef instructor for elementary aged kids.
Dorothy I. says "We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks....
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- $25/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am a Chef and Father of 3 (ages 12-7) and independent real estate professional.
I am seeking to stay close to my home so I will no longer work in restaurants or their hours. However, I am still able bodied and have a positive disposition with skills to provide meals to meet any dietary specifications. I have reliable...
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
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My name is Jennifer and I've been a loving nanny 15 plus years. I have cared for children ranging in age from 4 months to preteens. I'm mature, trustworthy, and responsible. I enjoy being active with the children I care for. I'm fully vaccinated and boosted. My references are excellent. I look forward to hearing from you.
Vacuuming and/or mopping
dusting
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with General Room Cleaning, Cleaning office buildings and deep cleaning services, I am a licensed caterer I can offer Meal Prep service as well or private chef cooking service. I offer errands running for clients as well.
General room cleaning
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
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I assisted in starting a private cleaning company in 2013 that specializes in getting houses, apartments and condos move-in ready. Since then, I have become a caretaker for my parents, as well as taking care of my child. This includes, but is not limited to daily cleaning, laundry, window cleaning, watering plants, meal...
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have 8 years of experience (I'm a mom). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
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- $32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am originally from Chicago and am an outgoing, engaging, and compassionate nanny / family assistant with over 14 years of childcare experience. As the eldest to four younger siblings by at least seven years, I grew up around children and helped raise my siblings.
I nannied full-time for two consecutive summers in...
Organization
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
Hi. I'm a professional housekeeper . I worked over 4 years in Winnetka for 1 family as a private chef and housekeeper. I'm trustworthy , diligent and detail oriented . I have great references from the family I worked for .
I'd describe my personality as detail oriented , professional in my work, proactive
I like caring for...
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
Nurturing young minds is truly a passion of mine. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives. I have one year of experience caring for children and I am comfortable caring for one to two children at a time. I am patient, creative, and approachable. I communicate with parents...
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- $27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am 29 and graduated with a Bachelors from Illinois State University. I have been babysitting children since the age of 15, starting with newborns, up to teenagers. I worked at the park district with the extended school program, helping the kids with their homework, reading, crafts, and activities. I assisted teachers in the...
General room cleaning
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
clean regularly for four local families, and can provide excellent references! I specialize in regular and move out cleanings and can help with organizing every room in your home.
I am typically available Thursdays and Fridays with some flexibility on Tuesdays. My other passion is cooking.. l have a culinary degree and work...
High End - House Manager/family Assistant/executive Housekeeper, Family Assistant Available.
Chicago, IL
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- $40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Cabinet cleaning
basement cleaning
changing bed linens
attic cleaning
bathroom cleaning
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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...
Gwynne B. says "I recently had a bad experience with a care.com cleaner and am VERY cautious. Joanna made sure I was ok with her work during and when done. I took a...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...
Care Member says "Starla watched my adult son with special needs while I hosted my daughters graduation party. He really liked her and she did a great job with him. I...
Changing bed linens
basement cleaning
general room cleaning
attic cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello!
I am an experienced babysitter and now that I am older I am able to do cooking and cleaning as well. I can do laundry, clean bathrooms, bedrooms, re-organize playrooms, etc.
I love cooking healthier meals and I have more experience making chicken and vegetarian meals. Some dishes I have made recently include turkey...
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- $25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
I have been a dedicated caregiver for 9 years providing compassionate and comprehensive care to my clients. I have experience with clients with Alzheimer's/dementia. My services include light daily cleaning, medication reminders, assistance with toileting, bathing, walking, running errands, wound care and accompanying clients to...
Care Member says "Super kind. Super knowledgeable. Has a great sense of humor. Reliable and punctual. I’d hire her all over again!"
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- $15/hr
1 year experience
Highly organized, versatile, communicative, patient, and creative individual seeks to assist your family!
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
companionship
home modification
+ 1 more
I'm passionate about caring for seniors, after personally caring for each of my grandparents and providing live-in hospice care for my grandfather. My calm & empathetic personality naturally draws me to form friendships with seniors in my neighborhood. I genuinely love chatting with my senior friends and especially hearing their...
General room cleaning
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Personal chef, stylist, personal shopper, house manager, care-giver, dog-walker, house-sitter, child care, yoga instructor
I Have Experience In Childcare, House Management And Worked As A Sous Chef For Many Years.
Schaumburg, IL
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
At a young age, I started taking care of children. I have facilitated meaningful milestones in the early development stages of childhood. It is endearing to be a part of a family where we can teach them, watch them grow, and observe the growth of every individual child. Furthermore, I tutored high school students in math and...
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45 personal chefs are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of July 2025
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Mimi S.
We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So...
- Dorothy I.
Joanna S.
I recently had a bad experience with a care.com cleaner and am VERY cautious. Joanna made sure I was ok with her work during and when done....
- Gwynne B.
Starla B.
Starla watched my adult son with special needs while I hosted my daughters graduation party. He really liked her and she did a great job...
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