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Kaitlin B.

Nanny/ Special Needs Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$28/hr
9 years experience
Hi! My name is Kaitlin. I am a licensed special education teacher (with a minor in elementary education) with 3 years in the classroom. Currently, I attend graduate school. In general, I have 13 years of experience working with children. This will be my 9th year working with people who have special needs children aged through...
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Loving Mom, CNA, And Trusted Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm reliable, patient and dependable with hands-on experience raising and caring for children, including those with special needs. I'm a mother to two little ones ages 1. 5 and 4 and my oldest has autism. Through my daily care, I've developed strong skills in supporting sensory needs, maintaining routines, and providing...
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Experienced Gold Coast Nanny (ADHD-Adoption-Special Needs-Night Nurse)

Chicago, IL

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Hello Families! My name is Anna and I've been caring for children of all ages for 16 years now. Ihave experience as a nanny-sitter/housemanager-personal assistant. I graduated from a four year university in 2009 where I obtained my teaching and studio art degree. I also played soccer there. I'm a very well rounded person with a...
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nanny

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello I'm Layna:) I care about creating a fun and comfortable environment for children of all ages. While babysitting I love playing outside, board games, puzzles, arts and crafts, etc. I am comfortable caring for any amount of children, any age. I also have great experience with people with special needs. I am a sophomore in...
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Friendly, Outgoing & Responsible Nanny!

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have worked with multiple children, including special needs children for as long as I can remember. I have multiple references and have taken care of children anywhere from 4 months old-16 years old.
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Art Teacher Nanny!

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have over 14 years experience working with children in the educational setting. I started out as a teacher assistant caring for special needs students. I then went on and continued my career in the special education field as a paraprofessional. I was a one on one para for a special needs girl with down syndrome for 7 years. I...
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Full-Time Nanny With Teaching Experience

Chicago, IL

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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, Mary Grace and I'm a nanny in the Chicago area! I have experience in child development and special needs care. Currently I am looking for 25-45 a week, and go start in mid August or beginning of September!
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Fun, Energetic And Experienced Nanny!

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I would love to have the opportunity be considered for a nanny position. During the school year I am an elementary teacher for Chicago Public Schools. Besides my teaching experience I have also taught preschool, managed a camp for children with special needs, and I also babysit 2 toddlers over the weekend. Please reach...
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Nanny Available!

Chicago, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Im looking for part time opportunities - I have a remote job but would love a side gig or weekend job. I love being around kids, going outside, exercising and enjoy doing crafts. Personally, I grew up have 30+ first cousins and am accustomed to chaotic environments and taking care of multiple kids at once. Professionally, I have...
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Nanny/Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am the oldest child, so I was always watching my siblings growing up. I always love to be around kids as they can teach you so much, and they're so funny and creative. I started babysitting for neighbors and relatives when I was around 14 years old and have continued over the years, so I have roughly 14 years of experience. My...
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Full-Time, Long Term Nanny Available

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am the oldest of 4 children. My youngest sibling is very seriously handicapped both mentally and physically. I spent the majority of my teens taking care of my siblings and cousins. I'm used to caring for multiple children at once as well as children with special needs. I'm loving, kind, responsible and fun. I'd love to be the...
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Fun & Creative Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
**Currently located in Manhasset NY until end of Feb 2025** Hello! I'm a third year medical student at the University of Chicago currently taking a leave of absence from school until June 2026. I have 7+ years of childcare experience, including infants, toddlers, and kids. My skills include toilet training, working with special...

Caitlin N. says "Julia has been fantastic with my kids - great communication, timely, fun, goofy, and overall wonderful."

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Fun And Responsible Nanny/sitter/manager

Chicago, IL

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$27/hr
14 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hey, I'm looking for a full time nanny job in Chicago or suburbs. I have a safe vehicle I could use for work as well. Over 10 years experience with kids different ages also special needs. I'm happy to help with organizing/ tidying your house, groceries, cooking, laundry/ dry cleaners. I am available right now. I can also do...
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Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
With over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages-from newborns to teens-I'd love the opportunity to become a trusted and consistent presence in your family's life. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Human Services with a minor in Child Advocacy Studies, I approach childcare with a strong foundation in compassion,...
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Nanny/Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$27/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello families! My name is Juliet and I am very excited to connect with more families for babysitting and nannying opportunities! I am currently working as an early childhood educator for 10 sweet toddlers ages 15-24 months while working on my masters for elementary education! I have nine of experience working with children aged...
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Part-Time or Full-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available for Summer

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am majoring in Special education right now, and I have worked with kids with special needs for about 8 years. I worked in a special education classroom all through middle school and high school as well as ran clubs in middle school and high school with the sole purpose of having mainstream students interacting and being...
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Nanny/tutor/sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
NO LONGER LOOKING FOR FULL TIME JOB, just babysitting in between positions I have over 8 years of experience with childcare and education. 5 of those years I have been a private nanny. I have done tutoring, provided care for special needs, created age appropriate crafts and lessons, found and brought to outside activities,...

Care Member says "Chloe demonstrated punctuality, never called off, and displayed excellent skills in caring for my 4-year-old. I appreciate her reliability and positive...

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Nanny/School Teacher And Carriculum Writer

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Allegra and I have a degree (double major) in Arts and Literature and have taught elementaryschoolchildrenin the Chicago and NYC Public schools. I love kids and come from a family of teachers. I have been a teaching artist for both Geothe and Morton elementary schools in Chicago. I have been entrusted with the...
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Early Childhood Education Major And Experienced Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have over 19 years of experience in the childcare field. I have been fortunate to work as a day care assistant to special needs children, a camp counselor, babysitter and for the last 15 years being a nanny to some wonderful families. I have worked with children ages ranging from newborn to preteen age. it has been a wonderful...
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Nurturing And Attentive Nanny Seeks Collaborative Family

Chicago, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have over 15 years of nanny/house manager experience, as well as a an extensive background in childcare/education. Passionate about childcare, teaching autonomy, independence, and helping nurture the new , mindful, critical thinkers of the world. I've been with my current family of 2 kids for the last two years and looking to...
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