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Grace $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I'm Grace Dunham and I'm a 21 year old college student currently studying to get a masters in health sciences in order to become a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist. I have lots of experience with taking care of children as I have cared for children from the ages of 1-12 years working as a nanny in the summer time and part-time throughout the year. I am a very responsible, organized, and outgoing individual who loves to work with kids!

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Amanda 1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in New Lenox, IL

Hi! My name is Amanda and I am looking for fun, sweet, loving families to babysit on the weekends! I am currently a full time nanny but looking to pick up extra hours on the weekend :) I have my degree in early childhood education as well as many years providing care for children ages 2 months to 12 years! My passion is and will always be caring for children and I cannot wait to have my own children to love on some day! I can’t wait to connect and to tell you more about me as well as learn about you and your family!!

“Amanda did an amazing job. She was in charge of our little one at our wedding. She made sure our daughter was fed, clean and having a great time. Our daughter was able to keep her routine on this day all because of Amanda. Our daughter had an instant connection with her and it really showed. I could not have booked a better nanny for our special day. All night everyone kept coming up to me letting me know how great Amanda was. We cannot thank her enough for her patience and professionalism.”

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Carmella
Booked by 5 repeat families
7 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 16 families in New Lenox, IL

Current college student at UIC studying sociology looking for some extra cash to help out with school and living arrangements in the city. Been babysitting children since a child and I'm very excited to meet your family.

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Meg
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in New Lenox, IL

Hi! My name is Meg Hayes and I have close to 10 years of childcare experience. I have experience with kids ages ranging from newborn to 15 years old. I have safe and reliable car that I can use to drive the kids :)

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Marci 3 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in New Lenox, IL

Hi, I'm Marci! I bring nurture, patience, reliability, and a fun-loving demeanor. I enjoy going for walks, organizational projects, spending time with family, and exploring the city. I welcome collaboration, open communication, and friendly demeanors of all. I nanny part-time during the day. I help foster environments and routines for children and families. My favorite part of the job is building connections with the children. I've cared for children from infant to preteen, however my care of focus has centered around children age 2 and younger. My experience is in elementary education, tutoring/homework help, private care, and live-out nanny. I create and foster consistent routines of learning and development through age-appropriate activities. Parents choose me as I’m direct in approach, proactive in planning, and prepared to jump in for a smooth transition for everyone. Children thrive in my care because I am attentive, patient, consistent, and use firm, but gentle boundaries. Safety is my focus. Spaces used are maintained. References available at request.

“Marci helped us out when we needed childcare last minute. We traveled into town and both myself and my husband needed to work which is tough with a highly active jet lagged baby. Marci was lovely she even had a few of her own things to amuse our son. She was great about communication and safety. I would 100% book her again. ”

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