Find an after school nanny in Niles, IL

I am a responsible, affectionate and patient person, with a vocation for the care of children and older adults. I stand out for my attention, respect and commitment to the well-being of the people in my charge. I have skills to provide company, support in daily activities, preparation of basic foods and maintain a clean and safe environment. I like to create a quiet environment, of trust and affection, adapting to the needs of each person. I am punctual, organized and I know how to follow instructions carefully. I always seek to offer humane treatment, with empathy and dedication.

I grew up in a big family and always found myself taking care of the younger kids. I am an elementary education major so in high-school I took a preschool class that allowed me to get experience with 3-5 year olds. Then I joined my churches nursery so I got a little over a year of experience with infants and 2-3 with toddlers. I babysit my 3 month old niece often. I work at a daycare where I float around a lot. That has allowed me to have 8 months of experience with all ages up to 4-5. The child’s wellbeing has always been my priority but also making sure they’re having fun. Working at a daycare has also taught me to communicate better with kids and parents. Knowing what helps them when they can’t really speak for themselves or can’t form full sentences. After the daycare I became a director at a summer camp/after school program which gave me experience with ages 5-12.

Hi everyone! My name is Amari, and I’m excited to offer babysitting, nannying, house sitting, and pet sitting services this summer. I am a studying school social work at Dominican University. I bring a calm, caring, and fun energy into every space I’m in ☺️ I have experience working with children and families in a variety of roles, including: • Intern at Girls in the Game • School Social Work Intern at Bellwood School District 88 • Substitute Teacher for Chicago Public Schools • After School Lead Teacher at the YMCA • Residential Home Youth Mentor • Residence Assistant I have reliable transportation and can provide references upon request!

My upbringing in a large family of ten children naturally fostered a sense of responsibility and patience within me, as I often assisted my parents with my younger siblings. This caregiving role has been a consistent thread throughout my life. For over a decade, I've volunteered at my church, teaching children between the ages of 3 and 14. I also support mothers during church services by caring for their children, from newborns to ages 4 or 5, allowing them to fully participate in the service or assist in the kitchen. Sometimes, this simply provides mothers without local family support a much-needed break. Additionally, I regularly babysit and help my siblings with their 11 children. Coming from such a large and active family, I am comfortable with noise and thrive in busy environments. Professionally, I spent two fulfilling years as an English as a Second Language teacher at a charter school. Currently, I work as an Administrative Assistant in an office setting, where my responsibilities extend beyond typical administrative duties. I oversee morning drop-offs and dismissals, occasionally substitute teach, troubleshoot technology issues, and assist students with financial aid and high school applications.

I am starting a social work master's in the city in the fall, pivoting from a career in science and health writing, and I am looking for summer nanny jobs and babysitting opportunities beyond summer! I am creative, conscientious, and have over 10 years of childcare experience, including in schools, Christian education, babysitting, and tutoring. I also have several years of special education experience and feel very comfortable around kids with disabilities and/or neurodivergence. I love animals and have a dog of my own and would be happy to support you in running your household (childcare, pet care, light tidying, and whatever else you might need!). My favorite activities to do with kiddos include outdoor education, art projects, and guiding them through simple cooking and baking.