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Melanieee R. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Melanieee

Chicago, IL
$27/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Melanie. I’ve had experience working with kids and also being around my siblings kids. I will send my resume over if needed. I’ve worked at Spring Ave as a paraprofessional. I’ve also worked at daycare/preschool when I was in Corazon program as a youth ambassador.

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Infants

Certification

First Aid
Twanita D. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Twanita

Chicago, IL
$15/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Twanita I have experience in babysitting I use to babysit my little cousins. I have experience in being a caregiver for the elderly I use to work with addus home care. When I was a care giver my duties were to make errands, help with transferring, preparing meals, help with daily activities, companionship, laundry, clean their homes. Also, when I was a babysitter my duties was to help with their homework, have fun , a nap, a snack, take them outside for Outings, change pampers, give baths and making meals for the day. I really enjoy children and elderly people.

Have experience working with

Infants
Nakiyah M. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Nakiyah

Chicago, IL
$19.23/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hey! I'm Nakiyah , a fun and reliable companion. I'm here to help with kids' activities, homework, and games. I'm all about making learning fun and keeping little ones engaged. Im currently in school studying to become a nurse !

Have experience working with

Infants

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Ayasheia B. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Ayasheia

Chicago, IL
$20/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Ayasheia, and I am a caring, responsible, and hardworking person who enjoys helping others. I have always loved being around children and have experience caring for my nieces, nephews, and younger family members. I enjoy creating fun activities, making kids feel comfortable, and being someone they can trust.

I am currently studying to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), which has helped me develop patience, communication skills, and a strong sense of responsibility. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, being creative, and learning new things. My favorite animal is a cat, my favorite color is pink, and my favorite food is tacos. I’m excited to meet new families and provide safe, caring, and dependable childcare.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Evelyn J. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Evelyn

Chicago, IL
$15/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, I am a 27 year old female. I love children and love being a nurturer and caregiver. I have taken care of children on many levels from newborns to infants and toddlers. I have experience in cooking, cleaning, etc. I have experience in helping with homework, taking children to school and after school activities and helping with organizing morning and nighttime routines. I love working with children and families and hope I can be a great asset and help.

Have experience working with

Infants
Dana F. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Dana

Chicago, IL
$20/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, I am Dana and I am Colombian, I am applying here to be a nanny because I am 20 years old and I want to experience the world of being a mother since I want to be a young mother, I love children, I like to play with them, help them learn new things, to love themselves and have self-esteem and respect for themselves and for others, I like to help them as much as I can and teach them a little about my culture, which is something incredible and that few know about, I am very hard-working, responsible and helpful, I hope to be able to live this experience and make it enjoyable for both you and me.
Pdt: I want to learn more English and its culture🇺🇸

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Special Needs

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Rebekah G. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Rebekah

Chicago, IL
$20/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Bekah! I am a responsible 20 year old. I have been babysitting and working with kids all my life. I have experience with all ages from working at a daycare, summer camp, and babysitting. I also have experience with special needs. I would love to care for your children while creating a fun, safe environment.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Alexi A. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Alexi

Chicago, IL
$15 - $16/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Zamya I’m 16 and I’m looking for a summer job so I can start saving up!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Meaila W. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Meaila

Chicago, IL
$20/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Meaila I’m 18 years old and I love watching babies/kids since I was 8 I was a kid watching after other kids as I grew up I knew that it was something I enjoy doing and wanted to persuade

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in Chicago, IL?

The average cost of a child care provider in Chicago, IL is $21.29 per hour. Most Chicago families on Nanny Lane pay $18.62 to $25.00/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Chicago, IL

If you’re looking for affordable child care, you should explore the different types of care and how they compare to each other. What are the differences between a solo nanny and a nanny share? What about a nanny share vs. daycare? Or nanny share vs. nursery school? Or a solo nanny vs. an au pair? What is a nanny share?

There are lots of options to find affordable child care that works best for your family, and Nanny Lane’s child care services is here to help along the way.

Explore the Costs of Different Child Care Options

There are various types of child care (solo nanny, nanny share, etc), with different levels of costs. For how much to pay a nanny, key factors that determine cost are experience, the number of children, where you live, and much more. In addition, during the hiring process, you should be considerate of how to handle expenses (e.g. gas, food, etc.).

If you choose a nanny as the best child care option for your family, there are ways to save on nanny costs like an afterschool co-op or having relatives who live close offer child care support on certain days.

Alternatively, you can split the costs of a nanny. There are lots of different nanny share setups that highlight how to make nanny shares even if the kids are different ages. With a nanny share, you can find a family first or hire a nanny and consider creating a nanny share. Either way, a nanny share is the most affordable way to employ a nanny.

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