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Kotoko M.

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
Carpooling
meal prep
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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Very Kind And Gentle

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
errands
hospice services
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Im very reliable, dependable and calm, honest person you can trust . Non smoker, don't do drugs and non alcoholic. A chef by profession Have a driving license Housekeeping too Grooming too Dressing Companion Feeding Bathing Hoya lift experience Errands and etc.
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Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have had babysitting experience in the past and have never had an issue with the kids. I am 100 percent comfortable with pets too. I am willing to do and am comfortable with any needs from you, or your children. I love crafts, movies, music, being outside, and any other kid-friendly activities. I'm not quite a world-class...
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Part-Time Care Assistance For Senior

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
meal prep
I've always been passionate about helping others, and look forward to being of some assistance to you and your family! I currently work in the healthcare industry which started 10 years ago. I am also an alumnus of a culinary institute with over 20 years of professional cooking. I have successfully worked with several families...
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Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I'm a very outgoing person, responsible looking for new adventures and enjoying the ride. I'm a chef. Looking to share my knowledge and experiences with everyone! I have an amazing long haired dachshund. Just hit me up and we can figure it out together. Something amazing is always around the corner!
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Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
My experience with professional childcare started around 14 years years ago when I spent a summer as a live-in nanny to a 6-year-old with health & behavioral difficulties. I continued to provide childcare throughout the years while pursuing my career as a chef. My desire to care for others led me on a path to co-founding a...
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Personal Chef And Child Caretaker!

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
Heyy I'm Chanel! I've worked in childcare for 10 years in multiple roles from summer camp counselor to part time nanny! I loveee all things food related and find a lot of joy in cooking for others. I am always looking for ways to learn and grow with the families I work with.
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Chicago, IL

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there, My name is Francie and I have 10+ years of experience caring for kids of all ages. Though I love every stage of childhood development, I am partial to infants and newborns. My goal is to support parents in anyway I can. From taking care of your baby while you rest or shower to helping with household chores or taking...
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Glen Ellyn, IL

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$0/hr
2 years experience
I'm a 21-year-old nursing student from Naperville Illinois currently working as a certified nurses assistant, I really love the work I do and genuinely love the people I care for. I have one year of professional cna experience. I am also quite the chef and knowledgeable about nutrition if meal prep were to be needed I would be...
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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! Happy to meet you! I am looking to work with families who need a part-time or gig-based caretaker for their child(ren). I have a background working in nurseries and daycares with children ranging in ages from 2 to 12, in a college prep school teaching English to middle and high schoolers, and at a social service...
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Kotoko M.'s Photo

Schaumburg, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Transportation
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I have experience taking care of seniors with dementia, stroke victims and with mental disabilities. I have worked as a sous chef and have knowledge of healthy meal planning.
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Highland Park, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as calm, curious, and compassionate. I like tutoring because everyone learns in their own way. And I love discovering how students learn. Finally, as I help the students learn, I also learn. I learn about the subject matter, the student, and myself. I'm looking for a part-time job that is flexible...
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Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am a project manager by day who is a nanny on the side and wanting to contribute my skills to helping a family. I am only available for evenings/weekends right now. I have nannied for a few different families over the years. For one family, I helped with their 8-month-old daughter until she was 3 and recently babysat...
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Experienced Teacher, Artist And Chef

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Lee. I am a Certified Childcare Professional with 6 years of experience working with children of all ages. I currently work as a Daycare Teacher for a class of 15 kids, ages 1-4. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with...
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Energetic Sitter (Disney Princess Expert)

Chicago, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am 32 years old with a 8-year-old daughter. I am CPR certified and I own a car. By profession, I am a Chef but am in search of a calmer, less stressful, professional atmosphere. My experience with sitting children has been expansive as I have been nannying since I was 16. I absolutely adore children; planning activities, arts...
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Compassionate Artist

Lyons, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
errands
mobility assistance
+ 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...
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Party Helped

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Help Specialist - Home, Errands & Personal Assistant A spark in every drop. Neat. Calm. Joyful. Organized. Authentic. Hello! I'm Consuelo, a warm and reliable Help Specialist with years of experience assisting high-profile families, professionals, and seniors. I offer caring, personalized support to those who value a clean,...
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Roselle, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Being a mom of three for over 30 years, anything to do with kids comes natural to me. From going to the park, to arts and crafts (my personal favorite!) and story time. Home cooked meals is what my three kids grew up with-- we have many memories of them being my sous-chefs! Busy schedules are nothing new to me, from ballet class...
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Household Manager

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
+ 1 more
I first got my start as a nanny back in 2012 when I was in college and quickly jumped into taking on more organizational and household responsibilities due to my self starting nature. Transparently I have been a Cornell professor for the last two years but have really been missing my time in Household Management. While I am...
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Joan J.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am one of eight kids, and love being with children. I have 9 years of babysitting experience, and 1 year of Nanny experience. I am CPR certified, and I also have my Culinary Degree from Johnson and Wales University. I own and operate my own Private Chef Company. Love to be in the kitchen, meal prep/ grocery shopping available...
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