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Engaging Nanny & Family Assistant for School-Aged Children Needed in Chicago, IL

Location: Chicago, IL (Lincoln Park Area)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Live-Out
Start Date: June 1, 2026

Children: two school-aged children, ages 6 and 9 years old
Pets: one cat

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM – 3:45 PM (with occasional flexibility)

Compensation: $30–$38/hour, based on experience and qualifications

Benefits:

40 guaranteed hours per week
2 weeks paid vacation
3 Paid sick days
6 Paid holidays
Overtime compensation for any additional hours
Health insurance stipend (up to $400 per month)
Annual performance bonus

About the Family & Position:
A warm, organized, and professional family based in Chicago in the Lincoln Park area is seeking a dedicated and proactive full-time nanny/family assistant to support their two school-aged children, ages 6 and 9. Both children are active, curious, and enjoy a balance of structured learning, extracurricular activities, and creative play.

The children are in school daily from approximately 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM, and the role will include both morning and afternoon support, along with household and family assistant duties during school hours.

The family values consistency, strong communication, and a calm, engaging presence in the home. They are looking for someone who can confidently take ownership of the daily routine while partnering closely with parents to support the children’s development, schedules, and overall well-being.

This is a Monday through Friday full-time position, with standard daytime hours and occasional flexibility as needed for family or school-related changes.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and confident supporting school-aged children, including homework assistance, activity planning, and light household support related to the children.

The family is seeking a long-term placement with someone who can become a trusted and consistent part of their household.

Key Responsibilities:

Childcare Responsibilities

Morning routine support, including preparing children for school
School pick-up and afternoon care
Homework assistance and academic support
Planning age-appropriate activities, playdates, and enrichment outings
Supporting emotional development and positive behavior
Coordinating extracurricular activities and schedules

Family Assistant / Household Responsibilities

Light housekeeping related to the children, including laundry, folding, ironing as needed, and ensuring clothing is organized and stocked
Daily tidying of children’s bedrooms, play areas, and common spaces to maintain a structured and orderly environment
Organizing toys, books, school materials, and extracurricular items to ensure everything is easily accessible and maintained
Meal preparation and snack preparation for children, including packing school lunches and preparing after-school snacks
Weekly grocery shopping and occasional household errands (e.g., pharmacy runs, returns, or small household purchases)
Maintaining and managing children’s calendars, school schedules, and extracurricular commitments to ensure smooth coordination
Keeping track of school forms and important deadlines and communicating them to parents as needed
Supporting parents with general household flow, including helping prep for busy mornings, afternoons, and transitions between activities
Occasional assistance with family organization projects (closets, playroom rotation, seasonal children’s items, etc.

Ideal Candidate:

Reliable, proactive, and highly organized, with strong attention to detail
Warm, engaging, and emotionally attuned to children, fostering both structure and creativity
Strong communicator with both children and parents, able to provide clear and consistent updates
Able to take initiative while respecting household routines and parental guidance
Calm under pressure, adaptable, and confident managing changing daily schedules
Professional, discreet, and long-term minded, with a commitment to consistency and stability
Confident navigating city driving and traffic conditions, with strong awareness of safety and punctuality
Energetic and hands-on, with the ability to keep children engaged through both structured and free play
Comfortable supporting academic routines while also encouraging independence and confidence in children
Able to seamlessly balance childcare responsibilities with light family assistant support as needed

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3+ years of recent childcare experience, including at least 1 year in a professional nanny or private household caregiver role
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Reliable personal vehicle with current insurance (IRS mileage reimbursement provided)
Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain prior to start
Minimum age: 21 years old
Fluent in English; Spanish language skills are a strong plus
Non-smoker
Up-to-date TB and Tdap vaccinations
Must be a U.S. citizen or hold valid work authorization/visa documentation
Ability to successfully complete a comprehensive criminal background and reference check
Available to begin by June 1, 2026
Must be based in Chicago, IL or surrounding areas

Disclaimer:

Hello Nanny! serves as a referral agency, connecting families with qualified candidates. Please note that candidates referred through Hello Nanny! are not employees of the agency. Instead, the hiring family is the direct employer of the candidate and is responsible for all employment-related matters, including compensation, taxes, benefits, and compliance with applicable labor laws.

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