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Gleena S.

Lyons, IL

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Carpooling

grocery shopping

meal prep

I have 15 years of experience with child care, senior and special needs care. I have taken care of a large age range, from 2 days old to 94 years old. I am a 32-year-old married woman who loves Disney and reading. When not working I am at home with my husband and 2 puppies Luna and Athena.

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Gleena S.

Caring Provider And Companion.

Lyons, IL

from: $14/hr

5 years experience

Errands

meal prep

light cleaning

transportation

I was raised by a special needs woman and learned to love caring for others from there. At 16 I started caring for special needs children, and eventually this led me to working with the older community. I have 5 years of special needs adult care aged 48-89 or so. Bathing, meal prep, doctors appts, errand running. Companionship.

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Emily T.

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

12 years experience

Carpooling

grocery shopping

meal prep

light cleaning

swimming supervision

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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Martha C.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Craft assistance

light cleaning

swimming supervision

meal prep

travel

Hi, I have more than 10 years of experience. First I babysat my nieces and nephews, later my own kids, after that my neighbors' kids. I really enjoy reading to babies, also singing, dancing and talking to them as well. I used to take them to the doctors appointments. I can take them for a walk and give them a bath. I can teach...

Rachel C. says "You will NEVER find a better nanny than Martha. Period. I hired Martha in 2017 to watch my then 21 mo. old daughter. I was going to school and my...

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Alexis S.

Berwyn, IL

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...

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Branndi C.

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

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 of teaching and 30+ years working with...

Care Member says "When my MIL died, we needed care for our 25-year old, non-verbal son with Cerebral Palsy. It was a long funeral. Branndi bought snack and even toys to...

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Danielle C.

Forest Park, IL

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

6 years experience

I am a mother and a wife who is looking for extra hours working for a family in need. I have almost 18 years experience working with a wide variety of different disabilities and ages. My last job I currently had was working at autism home support doing behavior therapy. In the past I have also working with a family and a girl...

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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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Jordan S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...

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Jennifer K.

Exciting-Reliable-Kind Caregiver Looking To Curate Exceptional Experiences

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

light cleaning

travel

I am a fun, thoughtful, reliable and hardworking woman who knows her way around the City. My childcare background includes babysitting, working in a Nanny share and two years as an individual aide for Special Needs students in elementary school. I recently left the corporate world and am going back to where my heart is working...

Care Member says "Our family was so fortunate to have found Jenny as my son's first nanny. She worked with us full-time for almost 18 months and continues to be a key...

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Evelyn U.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 10 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

meal prep

light cleaning

travel

Hi there! I'm Evelyn- I love kids and can say with confidence that caretaking is what I'm best at. The way I care for children reflects the way I was raised; with empathy and respect. I'd like to say I've been babysitting since I was 10, as I helped my mother raise my 2 younger sisters, but I've officially babysat and nannied...

Ximena O. says "She is awesome with my son. He gets excited when I tell him she will be coming. I love her dependability, attention to homework assignments,...

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Hakima H.

Experienced Nanny Available

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

20 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Carpooling

light cleaning

grocery shopping

meal prep

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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Janiyah L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Craft assistance

light cleaning

meal prep

My name is Janiyah, and I am the owner of Crafty Kids Care Childcare Services. I am a 20-year-old live-out nanny with over three years of experience in babysitting and nannying, as well as a part-time preschool daycare teacher. I am also a student in early childhood education My background includes working with families,...

Care Member says "She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"

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Bonita H.

Dedicated And Compassionate Part-Time Caregiver Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Hi, I'm Bonita! I'm a warm, trauma-informed educator and caregiver with over 10 years of experience supporting children, teens, and adults. I specialize in autism, ADHD, trauma, and executive functioning. Whether I'm babysitting, tutoring, or mentoring, I use a calm, structured, and strengths-based approach to build trust and...

Crystal M. says "I called Bonita last minute and she showed right up. She was very patient and understanding with my daughter. She has a bright smile and brings...

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Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

30 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Craft assistance

light cleaning

swimming supervision

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 not just a nanny — she is family. I am not someone who trusts easily, not even with close relatives, but I trust Branndi with my children...

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Brittiney B.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Carpooling

swimming supervision

craft assistance

travel

I'm a 15+ yr reliable nanny. I have 10+ niblings and serve as a mentor for 6-17 yr olds. I'm skilled in providing attentive loving care for infants - adults. I create a warm, welcoming, inclusive, educational environment while facilitating fun, engaging activities! I love to learn, teach, explore, + have fun indoor/outdoor;...

Akua W. says "Loving demeanor towards everyone and especially children. Has lots of experience with small children and babies. Willing to ask questions when she's...

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Cynthia H.

Mama C / Encourager Of Children

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience

Light cleaning

meal prep

I have 6+years of experience in foster care at SOS Children's Village in Lockport. I have fostered approximately 30 children, and loved the experience and my foster families. I recently moved back to Chicago in September of 2022. Before moving back to Chicago I was a member of my church in Joliet for 17 years and I was involved...

Care Member says "Cynthia is a compassionate, loving and fun caregiver. She was the first person outside of family to care for our daughter when she was 6 months old....

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Michael S.

Family Organization Assistance

Oak Brook, IL

5.0(1)

from: $32/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...

Leslie G. says "Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we...

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Rosaura C.

Full Time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

ROSAURA Objective: Certified Nursing Assistant since 1998. Specialize in Dementia, Parkinson's, MS and Austism. Working homecare since 2015 Experience: A. B 02/21- Present Personal Support Worker Help around his apartment Errands, Walks M. H 09/2019-Present CNA Companionship, ADL, Groceries, Errands Custom Home...

Natalie S. says "Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have surgical packing...

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Tracy O.

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(0)

from: $10/hr

5 years experience

I have worked through DCFS in a foster home, with children ranging from 5 months to 15 years old. There were many different special needs involved. I worked there for 5 years. I enjoy this type of work because children are loving and sweet and teach us something new every day. The appreciation of life is greatly increased in...

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The average posted rate is $17.00/hr as of September 2026

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Emily T.

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...

- Care member

Martha C.

You will NEVER find a better nanny than Martha. Period. I hired Martha in 2017 to watch my then 21 mo. old daughter. I was going to school...

- Rachel C.

Branndi C.

When my MIL died, we needed care for our 25-year old, non-verbal son with Cerebral Palsy. It was a long funeral. Branndi bought snack and...

- Care member

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