Part-Time Sitter/Nanny for Young Children

About the role

We are seeking a reliable, caring, and safety-conscious sitter/nanny to care for our younger children in Chicago (Garfield Ridge) 2–3 days per week, from early morning through the afternoon. The days will rotate from week to week, but the schedule is known in advance, providing plenty of notice.

Responsibilities

• Following the children's established daily routine
• Preparing simple snacks and light meals
• Engaging in age-appropriate play and activities
• Ensuring outdoor time
• Cleaning up toys and activity areas used during the day
• Cleaning up dishes or messes from the meals prepared
• Helping the children learn to clean up after themselves

Requirements

• Dependable, punctual, warm, patient, and genuinely enjoy being with children
• Comfort in caring for multiple young children
• A safety-minded attitude
• The ability to handle emergencies calmly
• A non-smoker with reliable transportation
• Comfortable communicating with us throughout the day

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification (strongly preferred)

Skills

• Ability to follow a routine
• Basic cooking skills
• Patience and understanding
• Communication skills

Benefits

• Making our children feel safe, cared for, and comfortable in their own home
• Reliability and consistency are extremely important to us

Pay

$25

Schedule

2–3 rotating weekdays/week, early morning–afternoon

Start date

Potentially 8/28 but open to other days

Location

Chicago (Garfield Ridge)