Job Description

Exceptional Part-Time Babysitter Needed for Lake Shore East Family
Schedule:

• Guaranteed 10–15 hours per week
• Evenings and weekends
• Family employs a full-time nanny during the week; this role provides supplemental coverage

Compensation:

• $30–$35 per hour, depending on experience

Position Overview:
A warm, welcoming family in Chicago’s Lake Shore East neighborhood is seeking a compassionate, reliable, and experienced babysitter/nanny to join their care team. This is a consistent part-time opportunity with guaranteed hours, focused on evening and weekend support.
The family has a full-time nanny during the week and is looking to add an additional caregiver who can provide attentive, specialized care for their 13-year-old child with special needs. The ideal candidate is patient, engaged, and experienced in supporting children with diverse needs. Key Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive, compassionate care and supervision tailored to the child’s unique needs
• Communicate effectively with a nonverbal child
• Assist with feeding and provide diapering/toileting support
• Prepare and assist with child-friendly meals and snacks
• Support and follow an established bedtime routine
• Engage the child in meaningful, creative, and age-appropriate activities
• Maintain a calm, safe, and structured environment

Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with children, including those with special needs, is required
• Patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach
• Ability to follow established routines while adapting to individualized care needs
• Strong communication skills and professionalism
• CPR and First Aid certification required
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
• Driver desired, but not required. A family vehicle with a handicap sign can be used for work-related driving.

Why This Position:

• Consistent, guaranteed part-time hours
• Supportive and respectful family environment
• Meaningful role making a positive impact in a child’s life

How to Apply:
If this opportunity feels like a great fit, we would love to hear from you. Please apply by submitting your application for consideration by Chicago Nannies, Inc.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, 10 hours per week, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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