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Allison F. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Allison

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

A little bit about me

I am a very energetic person looking to help families! I would be happy to help children with school work if necessary. I also love spending time outdoors.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Melody C. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Melody

Chicago, IL
$35/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I worked in a healthcare field a little over seven years as a patient care technician, and now I am studying nursing.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Katherine A. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Katherine

Chicago, IL
$18.05/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Kate Abreu! I’m 22 years old and love music and fashion! I’m moving to Chicago soon this year. I would love to be a nanny because the one thing I wanna be most in the world is a mom. I love kids and would make sure your kids are in perfect hands!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Irene S. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Irene

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

A little bit about me

My name is Irene I have lived in Chicago my entire life worked for lutheran, social services, foster care and adoption for 22 years I’ve been caring for children for 36 plus years children and cooking is my passion.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Shivani K. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Shivani

Chicago, IL
$15/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I'm very professional and will provide exceptional care for your children. I have extensive experience looking after children of all ages, having worked in day care, as an au pair, a nanny and looking after newborns. I will ensure that your children are in safe hands, while providing a fun and stimulating environment.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Sandra B. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Sandra

Chicago, IL
$26/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Sandra, and I'm 30 years old. Currently working in a specialty dental office as a dental assistant from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Evanston area. At the beginning of the year, I got my renewal for CPR certified. I also helped 6 families through the website with no problem. Bilingual speaker: English & Spanish. I have my own transportation with valid drives license , proof of insurance. Most comfortable with dogs. I've also been taking care of my own family members and friends' children. I do light housekeeping , help children with homework, or any activity Prepared snacks and meals if necessary. I'm responsible and patient looking to share my enthusiasm and creativity in a family. In my free time, I love to swim, yoga , crocheting, and travel. If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact me anytime. Thank you !

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Sheroz “Sherry “ W. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Sheroz “Sherry “

Chicago, IL
$20/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I recently retired from the City Of chicago after 34 years of career service. I am a mother of four grown children a grandmother of 11 ranging from 27 to 6 years old. Thank God I am in good physical condition mentally emotionally and spiritually.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Maria H. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Maria

Chicago, IL
$19/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Me gusta trabajar responsable puntual colaborador respetuoso, amigable

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Lina M Y. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Lina M

Chicago, IL
$16/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Soy Colombiana, profesional en psicología en mi país, con experiencia en los ciclos del desarrollo del ser humano, mamá de dos hijas en edad adolescente y adulta.

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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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