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Jill S. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Jill

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

A little bit about me

My name is Jill. I am 21 years old. I have worked in healthcare as a certified nursing assistant since I was 18 years old. I am currently a nursing school student. Due to this, I am CPR and first aid certified. I have worked with all age groups and am comfortable with all of them. Due to being in nursing school, I have a flexible schedule! Other than that I would love to care for any and all of your little ones. I also have all types of animals at home so it is no issue if you need help with your animals as well.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kevin W. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Kevin

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

A little bit about me

I am 25 years old. I’m from Bogóta, Colombia. I speak English and Spanish. I have a driver’s license. I am pet friendly. I love cats and dogs. I have experience in childcare. I have experience in cooking and house cleaning. I have good discipline. In Colombia, I studied law for 4 years. Due to finances, I was unable to finish school. I moved to the United States for better opportunities, to enhance my education, and to live a better life.

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Rachel K. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Rachel

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

A little bit about me

I just graduated from high school this year. After I did, I decided I wanted to try to follow my dream of being an actress before I go to school. I grew up taking care of younger cousins and I worked at gymnastics center where I taught classes and ran our camps! I babysit all the time (new born -13)! I also took a childhood development class during my last year of high school. I love working with kids!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Vanessa T. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Vanessa

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

A little bit about me

I’m currently working in lake view at a preschool/daycare&would like to continue helping families.My shift is 8-4 Mon/Fri.I’m available weekends & available after work.I’m available for date nights,run errands for a few hrs, or a much needed break.I’m 31 and live in Humboldt park.Ive watched children since 15 from watching my family kiddos & professional nanny for the past 5 years. I have plenty of experience with newborn/toddlers. Theyre my favorite because they bring the kid out of me.I love having fun with kiddos and taking them to the park,museums, or anywhere entertaining for kids. I treat kids as my own.I love seeing their personality blossom and I have plenty of patience. I would also like to add that I’m fully covid vaccinated,cpr certified & have my own transportation.Any questions please message me
P.S there’s been a lot of scams lately for my own safety I will not provide my phone number until we have a solid conversation through nannylane. Thank you for understanding

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Breanna B. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Breanna

Chicago, IL
$22/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Breanna. I currently work full-time as a teacher in a licensed daycare where I care for infants through preschool-aged children every day. I also have experience in special education, ABA, and childcare outside of the classroom. I’m patient, dependable, and love creating a safe, engaging environment where children can learn, play, and feel comfortable. My goal is to give parents peace of mind while providing quality care.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kenyatta S. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Kenyatta

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

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"What made Kenyatta a great employee is her personality her charm her being on time for work her knowing how to deal with my grandkids her cooking cleaning her picking up sometime dropping my grandkids off at daycare I would love to have her again for myself but I moved from Chicago I would recommend her to any company because of her great work me and my grandkids had nothing but good times with her I must say that you all would love and appreciate her just as we did"
- Alicia

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Brianna A. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Brianna

Chicago, IL
$30/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi Families! 😊
My name is Brianna, and I am originally from North Carolina but have been living in downtown Chicago for the past 7 years. I have worked full-time as a Certified Recreational Therapist and have over 10 years of experience working with children and adults in both one-on-one and group settings, including individuals with disabilities.
In addition to my professional experience, I have been babysitting for two wonderful Chicago families for the past 7 years. I am enthusiastic, dependable, organized, hardworking, and passionate about helping children learn, grow, and build confidence.
I enjoy creating fun, engaging, and safe environments where children can thrive while providing parents with peace of mind. I look forward to connecting with your family!
Feel free to reach out with any questions, I’d love to chat! 😊

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Precious G. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Precious

Chicago, IL
$28/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Precious, I'm 25 and I’m currently employed as a lead pre-k teacher at a child care facility that specializes in early childhood development. I am trained in monitoring virtual learning and scheduling, I have detailed experience working with special needs children, including Autism, Spina bifida, ADHD/ADD. I’ve worked with ages 1yr-15yrs for 8 years and counting!!!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Mariette B. - Seeking Work in Chicago

Nanny Mariette

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

A little bit about me

I am the eldest of 5 so in many ways, I am a built-in babysitter. I enjoy finding creative ways to keep kids entertained. I combine games, learning tools, and storytelling to give kids a great experience.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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How to Hire Special Needs Child Care in Chicago,IL

First, you should understand your requirements and preferences for this position and create your special needs nanny job. Then, as you find candidates that you like, you can message them to learn more about them. After you found the right candidate, you can take advantage of Nanny Lane’s services, including background checks, PLUS, and nanny payroll.

Common Responsibilities of Special Needs Child Care in Chicago,IL

The roles and responsibilities of a nanny caring for a child with special needs vary from position to position. Special needs nannies have diverse experiences with different needs and abilities. If your child has a consistent schedule or meals that they like to eat, your nanny’s responsibilities can include pick up/drop-off, meal preparation, and any other tasks needed to ensure the children’s well-being. It is essential to take these factors into account when determining how much you should pay a special needs nanny.

Interview Questions for Special Needs Child Care in Chicago,IL

As you start to find your favorite candidates for your special needs nanny position, invite them to a nanny interview. Here’s a list of some nanny interview questions to consider asking:

  • What's your experience caring for children with special needs?
  • How comfortable are you with following a routine?
  • Have you taken any special training?
  • Have you ever had an emergency or difficult situation while caring for a child with special needs?

At the end of the interview, if you’d like to move forward with the candidate, you can ask for references to learn more about their experiences.

Contracts for Special Needs Child Care in Chicago,IL

Once you have the right candidate for your special needs nanny job, you should present the candidate a job offer. This stage is an opportunity to foster open communication before they start or a situation arises. After presenting your job offer, facilitate a discussion between your family and your special needs nanny to clarify any confusion. Once you have found an agreement with your special needs nanny, you can document this in a contract.

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