Vanessa Nichols - Hiring in Chicago

Live-In Full-Time Nanny Available in Chicago, IL: Vanessa N.

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$20/hr
5 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Hi My Name is Vanessa and I love hanging out with children. They are so full of amazing energy and such a joy to be around. I am passionate about children because you can learn a lot from them, like how to enjoy the simple things in life. I have been working with children for the past 10 years in the position of babysitters, nanny, camp councilor, daycare assistant, preschool teacher, and surf coach. I have worked with all ages from newborn to 16 years old.

I also enjoy watching children grow and learn, helping them as they grow and face new challenges in school and life in general. I have worked with children in several different countries through relief work and various mission trips. i have a passion for childcare that I can not ignore. I am currently studying culinary arts, I look forward to completing my schooling and becoming a master chef. Kids are simply my favorite to be around - never a dull moment!

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Everyday 5:00AM - 12:00AM

Age Groups

Preschoolers
Grade-schoolers

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Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s License
CPR
First Aid

Work Experience

5 years of experience caring for:

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

More About Me

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

In high school, I was accepted to be part of a teaching academy program. Throughout my four years I was able to team teach at a variety of elementary schools to kids from kinder-5th grade. My first job out of high school I worked as an assistant at a childcare facility.

My family in Illinois is large and tight-net so I spent most of my childhood watching over young cousins and siblings. Throughout high-school and college, I also nannied for several different families, ranging from newborns to young adults, I have experience with some special needs and dietary restrictions. My longest nannying job was for a family of two toddlers that I watched for over a year and a half full-time.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

When it comes to children, I love playing scavenger hunts, dancing, building obstacle courses, gardening together, cooking or baking as a team, watching movies, rock painting, playing board games, playing charades, going on nature walks, or creating forts at home. Sometimes, I feel like I am a kid at heart myself!

The most important part about being a nanny...

The most important part of being a nanny is ensuring the safety and well-being of the children in your care. This involves not only physical safety but also emotional and developmental support. Here are some key aspects I live by when being a nanny:

Safety and Supervision: Keeping children safe from physical harm and ensuring they are supervised at all times.

Emotional Support: Providing a nurturing environment where children feel secure, valued, and understood.

Developmental Guidance: Supporting the child’s growth through age-appropriate activities and learning opportunities.

Communication: Maintaining open and honest communication with parents about the child's needs, behaviors, and any concerns.

Adaptability: Being flexible and able to adjust to the changing dynamics of the family and the individual needs of each child.

Trustworthiness: Building a trusting relationship with both the children and their parents, which is crucial for a successful nanny-family relationship.

The most important part about being a nanny...

There are so many hilarious things that I’ve heard from my nanny kids over the years! A short but sweet one from a wonderful charge at barely 2 years old was:

Me: "Mummy says the museum sounds like a fantastic outing, and that she hopes you are super happy this morning."

2yo: *huge smile*

Me: "Are you super happy?"

2yo: “No" *huge smile*

Me: "What are you?"

2yo: "Awesome."

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