Rachel Kaufman - Hiring in Skokie

Full-Time Nanny Available in Skokie, IL: Rachel K.

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$25/hr
10+ years of paid experience

A little bit about me

With over ten years of experience in working with children and a background in social work, I bring a warm, individualized approach to caregiving. I believe every child is unique, and my goal is to provide a nurturing and safe environment where they can grow emotionally, socially, and developmentally. I take time to understand each child’s needs, preferences, and personality, and tailor my approach accordingly. My experience as a therapist has taught me the importance of building trust and connection. I work closely with families to ensure open communication, providing regular updates and being responsive to concerns. I aim to create positive, enriching experiences for children through play, creativity, and meaningful interaction. Whether it’s through art, play, or simply being present, I help children build confidence, emotional intelligence, and resilience. Above all, I strive to be a reliable and compassionate caregiver, dedicated to supporting your family.

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Availability

Start: ASAP
Weekdays 7:00am - 6:00pm
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Age Groups

Preschoolers
Grade-schoolers

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Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s License
CPR
First Aid

Work Experience

10+ years of experience caring for:

Toddlers (1-3 years)
High-schoolers (13-17 years)
Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)
Preschoolers (4-9 years)
Adults (18+ years)

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Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...

Child & Adolescent Therapist, Kids Cooking Instructor, Substitute Teacher, Empowerment Coach for 5th Grade Girls, Babysitter, Day & Overnight Camp Counselor.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

Indoor activities: arts and crafts (painting, drawing, collaging, clay sculpting), cooking lessons and baking projects, storytime with interactive discussions, puzzles and board games to promote cognitive skills, building forts or obstacle courses with household items, dance parties to burn energy and encourage movement, create sensory bins with rice, beans, or water beads for exploration, reading and creative writing exercises, indoor scavenger hunts with themed clues, role-playing or imaginative play with dolls or toys.

Outdoor activities: nature walks or hikes to explore the environment, playing tag, hide and seek, or relay races, cycling or scootering around the neighborhood, water balloon fights or sprinklers for hot days, gardening or planting flowers/herbs together, kicking a ball, playing catch, or soccer, picnic lunches with games, obstacle courses with outdoor furniture or toys, chalk art on the sidewalk or driveway, treasure hunts or scavenger hunts in the yard or park.

My experience with special needs children...

Autism, Down Syndrome, and ADHD

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