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Nine years of babysitting experience, with a wide range of ages from infancy onward. I love working with children to help foster their kindness, creativity, and curiosity. I have experience working with children with special needs, and food allergies. Educated in art and music, an avid reader, with a love of cooking and baking....
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Hi! I'm Gigi, I am 22 years old and I live in Chicago, Illinois. I have 5 years of experience nannying, along with volunteer work at friendship circle, working with children with special needs. I also have 8 years of animal care experience and a degree from Michigan State University in Animal Science!
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Hi! I'm Sadie! I'm going into my second year at DePaul University!! I'm from Cincinnati but just recently moved into an apartment in Lakeview. Besides the fact that childcare is a great work opportunity- its something I genuinely enjoy doing. The past two years I've worked with a special needs child, where I contributed to the...
Hi there! My name is Maureen, I recently graduated with my Master's degree from DePaul University in Public Relations & Advertising. I work full-time for a PR company in the Loop, but am looking for occasional/weekly opportunities to save up for my wedding!
I have been babysitting for 9+ years and was a full-time nanny during...
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Hi! I'm Emma. I have been nannying off and on for 12 years. I am recently separated from the Air Force and moved to Chicago this past winter to pursue studies in Forensics and Anthropology. I love children, and am experienced as a pet sitter as well. I am comfortable with most pets, but please check ahead of time if you have a...
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Hello! My name is Heather, and I recently graduated with my nursing degree and have spent the past year and a half working as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Lurie Children's Hospital. Starting in October, I will be working as a new graduate nurse in the Pediatric Surgery/Transplant Unit at Lurie's, where I will continue...
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I am currently in graduate school working toward becoming a health professional, but in the past I have worked as a Special Education paraprofessional and ESL instructor for children ages 6-17, preschool assistant teacher for ages 3-5, and in various other privately employed childcare roles. I primarily have experience...
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I am a 24-year-old looking to nanny/babysit this summer. I am a former reading tutor turned Special Ed Classroom Assistant. I am familiar and well rounded with assisting children with special needs as well as neurotyoical children. I enjoy doing arts and crafts, going on walks and fun adventures!
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I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs (ADD&ADHD). I am someone who loves the outdoors and believes that too much TV is never a good thing. Playing outside, playing games and encouraging children to use their...
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Hi there! I'm a graduate of Ohio State University and am currently pursuing a doctoral degree in occupational therapy at Boston University. I've been babysitting consistently since I was 13 and spent all 4 years of my undergraduate career nannying. I nannied families with up to 3 children part-time and tutored their children...
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Hi I'm Fariani but Parents Call me Mary Poppins :).
I've been Nanny for a long time, I'm smiling, friendly and speak 4 languages (French is my first). I Love kids Watching them grow up has been a true blessing, and I have made so many great memories. Over the last few years, I've worked with kids of all ages newborns to teens...
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Hello everyone, my name is Khadijah, and I have a passion for working with children! I have worked with infants to late teens, including children with special needs and behavioral issues. I have experience working at a daycare, behavioral hospital, and in school/home settings. I am comfortable working with several children at a...
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Hi! I'm Claire and I just completed my degree in Art History and English. I've worked as a nanny for a kindergartener, a tutor for a seventh grade student, and been both a caretaker and tutor for a high school student with special needs. I have also been a volunteer art teacher for children and middle schoolers for several...
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I'm currently looking for a heavy part-time or full-time nanny position over Chicago Public School's summer break. I'm available starting June 12th.
I have 10 years of experience babysitting, nannying, and working in education. I work as a full-time teaching assistant at a Chicago Public Montessori school for pre-K3 through...
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Choosing me: you'll welcome a learner-led Educator and artist/designer, with over 5 years of experience working with children of various ages & children with special needs. Having worked in diverse childcare settings- Preschool, Montessori, Daycare, High School, Park...
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My name is Ingrid, and I am an experienced nanny with over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to 12 years old. I am a former Au Pair from Brazil and am now looking for my next nanny position in the Chicago area.
I have extensive experience caring for multiple children, including twins,...
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Hi, I'm Lauren! I have several years of experience caring for children of all ages through my work as a substitute teacher, special education paraprofessional, and behavior technician. I'm patient, dependable, and love creating a safe, fun, and structured environment where kids can learn and grow. My educational background gave...
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I am experienced caring for children of all ages, from newborns to adolescents. I find so much joy in working with children of all ages and abilities. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny and educator for over 15 years.
I currently work as a Behavioral Therapist working in an intensive pediatric therapy clinic. I worked as a...
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I'm a fourth-year medical student will soon begin training as a psychiatry resident. My medical background has deepened my passion for child development and well-being. I have extensive paid experience caring for children of all ages, including infants and children with special needs, providing both attentive care and a...
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Hi there! My name is Sydney and I am 22 years old. I currently live in Pilsen and attend the University of Illinois at Chicago. I am pursuing a communications degree, but also have much experience in childcare. I am the oldest of 4 kids at home and my siblings have made me who I am today. Growing up I was my moms right hand...
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