KC024 - Full-Time Nanny - Chicago, IL
About the job
Overview
A warm, welcoming family is seeking a full-time nanny to join their team and care for their joyful baby girl. The family is transitioning from the downtown Chicago area to the suburbs. They are seeking a nanny based in the North or West suburbs, with a desire to grow in the role for years to come.
This is an ideal role for a developmentally-minded nanny who brings calm, grounded energy and a warm, loving approach. The ideal candidate is experienced with infants, understands how to support early learning and routines, and thrives in peaceful, professional homes. The family values someone who is happy to pitch in with all aspects of childcare for their sweet baby.
The mom works from a home office and enjoys being involved, but is looking for someone confident and independent who can lead the day with structure, developmental play, and loving consistency. The family has a dog—so must love dogs!
Schedule:
- Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Guaranteed 45 hours/week
- Occasional evening babysitting with notice
- Start date: Mid-August–Early September (flexible for the right fit)
- Travel is not currently expected but may be considered in the future
Open to relocation for the right candidate
Responsibilities
- Provide loving, attentive care for an infant
- Maintain structured, consistent daily routines
- Engage in reading, songs, sensory activities, and play
- Support sleep and nap schedules (baby is already a great sleeper!)
- Tidy nursery and baby’s play areas
- Handle baby’s laundry, bottle washing, and dishes
- Coordinate outings (library, swim lessons, etc.)
- Respect boundaries while collaborating with work-from-home parents
- Adapt to evolving developmental stages with curiosity and communication
Qualifications
- 5+ years of nanny experience
- CPR & First Aid certified
- Fully vaccinated (including COVID)
- Confident driver with their own car and a clean driving record
Requirements
- Experience with large dogs a plus
- Comfortable in a relaxed but structured, peaceful home
- Warm, calm, and professional demeanor
- Open to feedback and able to take initiative
- Loves to read and engage children in meaningful ways
- Health-conscious and active
Bonus Skills:
- Speaks another language (not required)
- Confident swimmer
- Background in early childhood development or education
Salary and Benefits
- $35/hr
- Guaranteed 45 hours/week
- Overtime pay for hours over 40
- 2 weeks PTO
- 3–5 sick days
- All major holidays off
