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Jack G.

Sports, Fitness, & Music Tutor

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name's Jack! I'm a young, hard-working Sports& Fitness Tutor and I think I'd be a perfect fit for you. I'm extremely dependable and have a great amount of experience in the exact areas you're looking for. I previously worked for a family of four in Lakeview for 4+ years. My responsibilities included everything from meal...
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Cleaner With Heart - And Great Rags

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
General room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
move-out cleaning
Hey there! I genuinely find comfort in cleaning. It helps me feel calm and clear-headed, and I try to bring that same energy into the homes I work in. I've cleaned everything from gyms to bars, and restaurants, so I'm no stranger to mess or structure. I follow directions closely, and once I get into a rhythm with a routine, I...
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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hello! Most of my Care experience has been with children and pets but I recently have helped with caring for my grandparents and I have really enjoyed the companionship role. Other than companionship I am happy to helped with meal prep. I love to cook! I am also willing to help with light housework or yardwork, pill...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have such a passion for animals. I have two dogs back home in Wisconsin, and I have a ton of experience taking care of all animals, including dogs with special needs. I am also super active so I love being able to get outside and go for walks/runs with some pups! My home is open, calm, and quiet, so any pet will feel at home...
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Chicago, IL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hello! 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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Can't Wait To Meet You!

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, responsible, and driven. I like working with kids because I love spending time with my nieces and nephews over breaks. Playing with them in the yard and reading them bedtime stories or helping them with their homework has made me realize how great it is to be around kids. Babysitting...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'd describe my personality as detail oriented, motivated, empathetic and caring. I like working with animals because I have been an animal advocate and lover, my whole life. Rescuing anything that has crossed my path. From fish and birds, mice and rats, dogs and cats(and anything in between)! I'm looking to be a loving and...
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Very Active Senior - Not A Granny But Will Treat Your Children As Though!

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
9 years of direct experience as a nanny; also a mom. Managed the care of 2 Littles through the pandemic with parents working at home & have now cared for an active toddler for 2+ years. Can help with light housekeeping, children's laundry, & meal prep for your children. I'm a very active senior, walk at least 6, 000 steps a day,...
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Dog Walker/Sitter + Other Pet Care!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
*Fully vaccinated *Own small, medium, & large crates I currently am "parent" to a sweet guinea pig named Praline. I grew up with my family's dog, and have professional experience with all kinds of pets as well; I worked at a dog day care for a few years where I would supervise up to 25 dogs at a time playing in a yard! I have...

Care Member says "Emily and her husband are the absolute best. Total peace of mind leaving our fur babies with her. I cannot recommend her highly enough."

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River Forest, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Hello, my name is Molly. I have a Lab Mix named Brody who is a 7, weights about 70lbs. He is a certified therapy dog and works at a school. He loves other dogs and is well trained. We love to be active and be outside. I have learned a lot with training my own dog that I would always love to share what I have learned. Brody and I...
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Part-Time Caregiver

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a mother of two children. My son is 11 years old and my daughter is 9. I was a special education teacher who worked in Oak Forest. I worked in the district for 15 years. Having my own children and having had worked as a teacher, I am extremely flexible. I put a lot of time and care into my job and the care of my children....

Jenn R. says "We did not end up hiring Melissa because of other conflicts, but she was responsive and polite in our communications."

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Need An Extra Hand With Cleaning Or Errands?

Bridgeview, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Organization
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
Hi, my name is Danielle. I am a perfectionist when it comes to cleaning and organizing and enjoy the comfort of a clean and tidy home. I am a non-smoker and have flexibility to work around your schedule. If you are looking for light cleaning of your home, yard work such as pulling weeds, planting flowers, picking up pet...
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Glen Ellyn, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Laura and I'm a helper by nature. I work as an Occupational Therapist at two different high schools with special needs students. I also have experience taking care of seniors (my grandparents and parents). I also love to clean/organize and cook! I am very patient, caring and dependable. I can offer many services,...
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Andrea

Downers Grove, IL

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$15/hr
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Hello my name is Andrea and l live in Downers Grove. I have 15 years of experience with pets and also working as a nanny. I live in Downers Grove in the house with fenced yard so your pet can also stay here and be safe. I love long walks with my newly adopted dog Charlie... he is Havanese dog so friendly with kids and other dogs...
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Vernon Hills, IL

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Kathleen and I have a degree in German Education. After working at a summer school working with second graders, I decided to become an au pair in Germany and absolutely loved it. Currently I am live in support for international teenagers studying in the USA and am looking for summer work while they go back to...
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Lisle, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Michele, but all my friends and family call me Shelly. I am a non-smoking seasoned caregiver with 8+ years working for the same family. My responsibilities with my long-term family included caring for the needs of 3 children from 6 months to 9 years, as well as personal experience taking care of my own child with...
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Companionship
errands
meal prep
transportation
I am very caring, patient and understand the aging process. What was once a simple task now is challenging. There is so much to be learned from prior generations I'd describe my personality as patient, people pleaser, and want to make the world a better place. I like caring for seniors because they can be funny, frustrated...
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  • 17 yard work helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.78/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated yard work helpers is 5.0

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