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Caitlin M.

Part-Time or Full-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available for Summer

River Forest, 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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Caitlin M.

Nurturing And Attentive Nanny Seeks Collaborative Family

River Forest, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over a decade 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 a House manager/nanny for the last 8 years for a single parent family...
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Dania G.

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
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Hannah D.

Special Needs Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Hannah, and I am a 26 y. o psychology graduate and web designer. I choose to still have a part time caregiving position because it is undoubtedly, 100% my passion. I have been working with and caring for disabled adults and children for the past 7 years. I have experience providing mobility assistance, hygiene...

Holly K. says "She did a top notch excellent job with my special needs boy. We miss her."

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Marisol R.

Nanny/Child Care Provider.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, My name is Marisol, and I am a mother of a 16-year-old son . I am passionate about caring for children and helping people. I have over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged children, and children with special needs. I am bilingual (Spanish) and reliable. I am nurturing and...

Alana G. says "As a first time mom, I was nervous about who I could trust to care for my daughter. When our daughter is in Marisol's care, I know for a fact that she is...

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Branndi C.

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
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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Mary M.

Full-Time Nanny With Teaching Experience

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 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!

Care Member says "There are few people in the world like Mary Grace. She is kind, empathetic, open, honest, and so many other things. Her presence in my sons’ lives over...

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Athena G.

Looking For A Nanny?

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
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$29/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Athena! I'm an experienced preschool teacher passionate about art, music, and outdoor education. I'm seeking nanny opportunities in Chicago for this summer and beyond. I have a degree in developmental psychology, with experience as an infant nanny as well as caring for kids with autism and special needs. My focus is...

See'trail M. says "Athena babysat my 7-year old daughter and she raved about how interactive she was during the stay. She was punctual and communicated throughout the...

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Veronica O.

Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
full-time nanny. Cared for newborn twin 2 weeks old. Maintained open communication with parents through a detailed notebook with the days activities, meals, naps, discipline, accomplishments, etc. I have been a nanny for 22 years, and I absolutely love working with children! A nanny is so important to the intellectual,...
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Olivia K.

Highly Energetic Full Time Nanny Available To Start Immediately!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
A Little bit about myself, I'm a kindhearted energetic childcare provider. I've professionally cared for children of all ages including special needs. I have 5+ years on my belt in the Nanny/Childcare industry, along with my working towards my BA in early childhood education. I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I strongly...

Jonathan T. says "She did an amazing job looking after my two children, and I would definitely use her again!"

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Miriam T.

Energetic Nanny

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
Hi there! I have been a full-time nanny for about 15 years now. My experience is from premature babies to middle school-aged kids, also kids with special needs. I am very patient and a loving person. Love to be outdoors, doing activities, singing, reading and dancing with kids. I have my own car willing to use to transport kids...

Erik W. says "Miriam did great watching our 1 year old daughter. She can be a little shy and before I left she was already comfortable with her. Miriam was great."

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Heather V.

Experienced Nanny Available Full/Part-Time

Melrose Park, IL

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been a professional nanny for 26 wonderful years. I also have been an Assistant Teacher and a nanny for special needs children. I believe that all children are special and true gifts. I have a lot of fun and creative ideas for art projects, games and playtime. I have alot of experience helping with potty training. I am...

Care Member says "Heather joined our family when my son was 7 months old, when our parental leave was up. From the start, Heather has been great at implementing the...

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Ella S.

Experienced, Fun, And Loving Nanny Looking For Part-time To Possible Full-time Job.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have lots of experience with caring for children, including babies and children with special needs. I love my job!
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Patricia J.

Nanny Patricia

Chicago, IL

4.9(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, I'm Patricia. I'm a psychologist from Venezuela. And I have really good experience working with children. I am a very friendly person, I like to laugh and I am very responsible. I love crafting, especially painting and drawing. In my home country, I studied psychology, therefore I had the opportunity to work with children...

Lily B. says "She is very sweet and knows how to soothe even the fussiest baby (and calm worried parents haha). We fully trust her with our 7 month old!"

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Emily T.

Babysitter/Nanny

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
12 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
My passion for nurturing young minds and my positive experiences in babysitting inspired me to become a childcare provider. With over 12 years of experience caring for children of all ages, up to 11 years old, I have honed my skills in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. I pride myself on being patient,...

Care Member says "Emily was our nanny for almost 4 years, starting in fall of 2020. We have two boys that were 1 and 3 years old when Emily started with us and now...

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Hannah D.

PT Special Needs Nanny / Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
PT Special Needs Nanny / Caregiver. My name is Hannah and I am a 26 y. o special needs caregiver with over 6+ years of experience. Over the past several years I have been able to provide mobility assistance, hygiene assistance, administer medication, and provide 24 hour care to a variety of individuals with different abilities...

Mary F. says "Hannah has always been responsible. As a young girl she has always looked out for her siblings. When Hannah noticed her siblings were bored she would create...

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Cassie S.

Nanny/Tutor

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Actively looking for a part-time nanny or tutor position. Establishing trust with whomever is watching your child is key and very important to me. I've created such wonderful relationships with all the families I've worked with. I have experience with toddlers up to teens. I also have my Bachelors in English and Psychology. I...

Paul M. says "If you communicate your expectations, Cassie will follow up and meet them. She is currently a nanny for our family in the afternoon. We like her. "

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Kali M.

Full-time Student, Looking For Part-time Nanny Job!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting and nannying since I was in middle school (when my parents were right down the street just in case I needed them!). Since then, I have watched newborns, toddlers, and kids of all ages. I have experience with children who have special needs. I have built great relationships with the families I have babysat...

Jennifer D. says "Kali was an amazing caregiver to my children for just over four years! She did both occasional babysitting and summer nannying. She instantly became one...

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Hakima H.

Experienced Nanny Available

Riverside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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Heather V.

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Melrose Park, IL

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with children with autism and cerebral palsy. I was an assistant teacher for children with autism, have been a nanny to children with autism, cerebral palsy and ADHD as well. I feel that all children are gifts.
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  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of June 2025

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Hannah D.

She did a top notch excellent job with my special needs boy. We miss her.

- Holly K.

Marisol R.

As a first time mom, I was nervous about who I could trust to care for my daughter. When our daughter is in Marisol's care, I know for a...

- Alana G.

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...

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