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The Jones Family
The Jones Family
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I work full time right now. Bryson needed to be picked up time from school at 2:45. I’ll be home by 6pm. I don’t have pets. I’ll leave a note for he snack. There is a park a block away from my place you can take him there. I need him to be watched 2 -3 days a week for 4hrs a day.
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The Lane Family
The Lane Family
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The Livingston Family
The Livingston Family
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Primary responsibilities include picking up our kindergartener and 4th grader from school, indoor/outdoor play & activities, meal/snack prep, and keeping the kid’s areas tidy. Other duties will include light housekeeping in the common areas of the home, and the kids laundry.
Working days/hours are Tues, Wed, and Thurs starting at 2:00pm - 5:00pm. Approximately 9-12 hours a week.
The Basken Family
The Basken Family
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The Fischer Family
The Fischer Family
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We are looking for someone to pick the kids up from school, watch them at home and/or bring them to activities. Make sure they are safe and continuing to grow and thrive! We also would also value light housekeeping including getting groceries, cooking dinner for the kids and family, laundry and keeping things tidy.
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The McDonald Family
The McDonald Family
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The Gordon Family
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The Romano Family
The Romano Family
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Hi! We’re a loving, busy family in the Dunning neighborhood with three wonderful kids: a 6-year-old, an almost 4-year-old, and an almost 1-year-old. We’re looking for a caring, reliable nanny to help make our afternoons run more smoothly — starting with a one-month trial and the potential for a long-term role if it’s a great fit!
About the Schedule:
• Start Time: Around 1:30 PM each weekday
• End Time: About 8 PM (approximately 6.5 hours per day, 5 days/week)
• Compensation: $25–$30/hour (open to higher for the right experience and skill set)
Your Afternoon With Us Might Look Like:
• Arriving at our home to tidy up, start a load of laundry, and possibly begin meal prep
• Around 2:15–2:30 PM, pick up our two boys from school using your own reliable car
• Return home, where our mother-in-law may be dropping off our baby girl (almost 1)
• Support us in keeping the boys entertained and engaged — we love when they’re active and creative!
• Help with cooking dinner, folding and putting away clothes, and light household tasks
Who We’re Looking For:
✔️ Someone dependable and loving, who enjoys spending time with young children
✔️ Confident in the kitchen and happy to take charge of meal prep
✔️ Comfortable driving and has a safe, reliable vehicle for school pick-ups
✔️ Preferably has an educational background, or is an experienced caregiver (we’d also love an older woman who enjoys cooking and nurturing a busy household!)
We see this as a true partnership — we’d love to have someone who feels like part of the family, helping us keep our home running smoothly so we can focus on spending quality time with our kids.
Interested?
We’d love to hear from you! Please reach out with a bit about yourself and your experience. We can’t wait to meet you!
The Johns Family
The Johns Family
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How to Find After-School Nanny Jobs in Chicago, IL
Nanny Lane connects you with families in Chicago, IL who need after-school care. Create a profile, share your availability, and start connecting with families who need help in the afternoons.
You create your profile and connect with families that meet your needs. Then, as you meet with families, you can discuss and finalize details around cost and responsibilities. Learn more about nanny responsibilities.
What Are After-School Nanny Jobs?
After-school nanny jobs are part-time positions that cover weekday afternoons, usually from school pickup until early evening. They fit nannies who want a regular schedule, students, and people with other commitments in the morning.
Types of After-School Nanny Jobs and Responsibilities
Typical duties include school or bus-stop pickup, snacks, homework help, activities and lessons, and sometimes dinner. Some jobs include a few mornings or school holidays too. Check the school pickup time, the days per week, and whether driving is required.
How to Interview for After-School Nanny Jobs
Once you start connecting with prospective employers, the next step is a nanny job interview. Here are some questions you should ask:
- What time is school pickup, and which days do you need care?
- Will I drive, and is a car seat or vehicle provided?
- How do you handle early dismissals and school holidays?
- What are the children's activities and routines?
- Is dinner or light housekeeping part of the job?
Beyond asking these questions, families will want you to have your nanny references ready and ask any questions to show initiative. The nanny job interview is an excellent opportunity to get aligned on the nanny job expectations. By doing this, you can get off on the right foot with your future employer.