Live-In Full-Time Child Care Provider Available in Zion, IL: Alisha C.

$30/hr

10+ years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m dependable, and experienced nanny with over 10 years of childcare experience. I truly love working with children and feel incredibly grateful to be someone families can trust with their little ones. I have experience caring for children from newborns through school age, including managing multiple children, creating routines, preparing meals, helping with household tasks, coordinating activities, and keeping busy family schedules running smoothly. I’m CPR certified, comfortable traveling with families, and I’m always happy to pitch in wherever I’m needed. My goal as a nanny is to create a safe, loving, and fun environment where children feel comfortable being themselves while encouraging their independence, creativity, and development. I believe in being patient, communicative, and consistent, and I value building a genuine relationship with both the children and their parents. I’m looking for a long-term, where I can become a trusted and dependable part of their household.

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Availability

Start: ASAP

Full time Monday- Friday Between the hours 7-5

Full-time

Live-in

Age Groups

Infants

Toddlers

Preschoolers

Grade-schoolers

How often do you need a child care provider?

Full-Time Part-Time

References

Oct 2021 - Sep 2022

Kristin Pasdon

"Alisha was employed as a Young Toddler Teacher at Dearhaven Childcare and Learning Center in Lake Forest, IL. I was Alisha's supervisor and the director of the center. Alisha always arrived to work on time and came to work with a smile on her face. Alisha built strong partnerships with the parents and worked effectively with all team members. Alisha was often observed smiling and laughing alongside the children and cared deeply about each child in her care. Alisha was an effective multitasker and handled the many responsibilities of the role with success."

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Oct 2013 - Oct 2021

Kimberly Geiman

"I've known Alisha for years. She's worked for my family on and off for 9 years and considers it an honor to send this letter of recommendation. Alisha has always been someone that went above and beyond what was expected of her. She is always up for a challenge and gives her all in every endeavor she encounters. Whenever we asked her to do a task for us she was willing and always did her best. It's a pleasure to work with her."

*Contact information available upon request

Oct 2025 - Apr 2026

Sandeep patel

"I am pleased to provide a recommendation for Alisha Cole, who worked with our family as a nanny for approximately six months. She began caring for our son when he was about six months old and was responsible for his day-to-day care while my wife and I were working. During her time with us, Alisha was reliable, punctual, and flexible with our family's schedule. She followed the routines and instructions we provided and was dependable in handling our son's feeding, naps, playtime, and general care. She was calm and patient with him, and we felt comfortable knowing he was in her care. Alisha was also accommodating when our schedule changed or when we needed some additional flexibility. Overall, Alisha was a dependable caregiver who carried out the responsibilities we asked of her and developed a positive relationship with our son. I believe she would be a good fit for a family looking for someone who is reliable, caring, and comfortable working within an established routine."

*Contact information available upon request

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license

CPR certified

First Aid certified

Other

Own transportation

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Special-needs experience

Work Experience

10+ years of experience caring for:

Infants (0-11 months)

Toddlers (1-3 years)

Preschoolers (4-9 years)

Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)

High-schoolers (13-17 years)

More About Me

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

I was also a toddler and infant teacher at Bright Horizons, so I have experience creating age-appropriate activities and caring for multiple children while helping them learn and grow.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

I love getting outside with kids, going to parks, exploring nature, doing arts and crafts, reading, baking, playing games, and coming up with fun activities that fit their age and interests

The most important part about being a nanny...

Trust. Parents are trusting you with the most important people in their lives, so I think being dependable, honest, communicative, and genuinely caring is so important. I also want the kids to feel safe, loved, and comfortable being themselves around me.

My experience with special needs children...

I have experience caring for children with ADHD, autism, and cerebral palsy. I understand that every child is different and may need different types of support, patience, communication, and structure.

The most important part about being a nanny...

Honestly, some of my favorite moments are the little everyday ones. When a child randomly tells me something funny, wants me to be the first person to see something they made, or comes running up to give me a hug. Those moments remind me how special it is to be part of a child’s life and watch their personality develop.