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Vanessa B.

Caretaker/Nanny/Babysitter/Tutor

Darien, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm a stay at home mom with 2 children (12 and 5). I have extensive experience with children of all ages (including special needs). I have a college degree along with some graduate work in the Psychology field. I also minored in Spanish. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with Autistic children in school and...
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Experienced Nanny Available

Riverside, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have been working as a nanny since 1997, I have experience with different age group, and I worked with families in different part of Chicago-land, I am responsible, reliable, patient, and professional nanny, I have a great love and passion to work with children, I can play, read and engage the child into different activities...

Jeff H. says "Our 2 year old warmed up to Hakima immediately, and enjoys their time together every week. She currently comes over one morning a week, and has been...

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Child Care Provider-Nanny

Glen Ellyn, IL

4.9(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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...

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Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...

Care Member says "Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6...

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Responsible Nanny

La Grange, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello:) My name is Justyna and I love children. For the past 20 years I have been working as a regular babysitter, household manager as well as a special needs nanny. I'm very punctual, responsible, easy going person with great communication skills.
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Full Time Nanny Available

Westmont, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
English Nanny with over 20 years of experience with 3 wonderful families from newborn to college age. Teacher certified, CPR and First Aid.
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Part Time, Care Giver, Nanny

Villa Park, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Jessica, welcome to my page. I am 26 years old currently living in Warrenville IL. I am currently a Special Education Teacher at Wheaton North High School. I graduated with a special education degree from University of Missouri and more recently graduated with my masters in Special Education from the American...
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Experienced Nanny Available

Willowbrook, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am a 35-year-old loving stay at home mother. I have 3 daughters, 8, 9, and 10, as well as a 16-year-old son. I have over 15 years of experience caring for children of various ages from newborn to 12 years old, including multiples and special needs. I have always loved caring for children and assisting in their development...
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Experienced Nanny Available

Downers Grove, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I was a math teacher for 20 years in my home country of Lithuania. I also have two children of my own, who have given me a lifetime of experience. One of my jobs was to care for an 18-year-old girl with epilepsy, so I'm comfortable with working with disabled and special-needs children. I also used to work part-time for a family...
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After School And Evening Nanny!

Downers Grove, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I have been babysitting for families with children ages newborn to pre-teen for about 10 years. I currently works as a paraprofessional in a special education classroom at the high school level. I am also pursuing my Masters of Special Education degree to become a Special Education teacher which I will finish up in May...
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Part-Time Nanny/Caregiver

Naperville, IL

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$15/hr
Hi there! My name is Rachel, and I am a special education teacher in the suburbs of Chicago! I received my Bachelors degree in Special Education LBSI from Illinois State University in May of 2021. I currently teach at a transition program, teaching individuals with a wide range of disabilities who range from 18-22 years old. I...
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Career Nanny Of Nearly 20 Years

Downers Grove, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
I am a career nanny who genuinely loves working inside the home. I love working with kids, developing a routine, and how each day can bring new sweet moments. I love being outdoors and staying active. I'm also a huge champion of reading at all ages! I have lots of experience working with kids with special needs too.
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Experienced Nanny For Over 10 Years

Riverside, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
In 2004, I completed the nurse's assistant program and soon after that, I was a nanny for a family with one child for almost 5 years. I decided to go back to school for my degree in early childhood education and graduated in December of 2012. While in school, I nannied/babysat for many families and also worked part time as a...
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I have been taking care of the elderly for about 2 years, but in this country I only have one year of experience guaranteed.I am very good at my job, my clients have a lot of appreciation for me. I am looking for new opportunities and have my flexible schedule to be able to share time with my family. I am brave, patient, humble,...
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Part Or Full-time Nanny Available

Downers Grove, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting children as young as age 2 since I was 13 years old. As an older sister, I have been around young children my whole life and understand their complexities and interests as well as my own. I am planning on getting re-certified in first aid and CPR since my certification expired this past year, but I am...
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Nanny

Lisle, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a mother of 1 years old baby. I'm being working as a senior care provider for 4 years. I'm a pet care caregiver for 2 years and I'm a special needs child care provider for 2 years also, I'm new on this app as a nanny, I'm a honesty person who want to help out taking care of kids while I take care of my baby as well. If...
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Fun And Active Nanny!!

Naperville, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I have 10 years of experience caring for children ages newborn-12yrs old. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Transportation, and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have special needs experience and am familiar with developmental milestones. I love spending time outdoors, taking walks, crafts, and pets. I have a degree in...
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Pediatric Specialist For Part Time Nanny/Babysitting

Brookfield, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Sara, and I am a dedicated pediatric physical therapist with over 10 years of experience working with children, including those with special needs and autism. As a mom to a toddler, I understand the importance of creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for kids to thrive. I love bringing my creativity...
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Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother

New Lenox, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
I have nannied & babysat for several families over the years. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my reviews from the previous families. I am a US Veteran and homeschooling mom of 3 boys (7, 4 & 6-month-old). I look forward to hearing about your family and how I may be able to help.

marvin D. says "Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."

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Caregiver/Nanny

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am looking to help people care for their children while they are working. I am a mother of 3 grown children and I have been working with students with special needs for about 7 years. I have a big family and love being the fun aunt to my young nieces and nephews. We love to do crafts, go to the zoo, swim, plays games,...

Angela K. says "Janice has been with us for almost a year. She watches my 1 year old since he was a newborn while I went to work as a nurse. She is very flexible and...

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Hakima H.

Our 2 year old warmed up to Hakima immediately, and enjoys their time together every week. She currently comes over one morning a week, and...

- Jeff H.

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...

- Care member

Branndi C.

Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from...

- Care member

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