Hiring a caretaker starting Monday, Oct 19 in Grant Park

About this nanny job

Part Time Nanny / Family Assistant 12–16 hours/week | Tuesday–Thursday | $23/hour We’re a busy family with three kids, ages 9, 13, and 14, looking for a reliable, warm, and energetic part time nanny/family assistant to help keep our afternoons and evenings running smoothly. This would be a great position for a college student looking for consistent part time hours with a fun, active family. Schedule Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Approximately 12–16 hours per week, depending on the week. Hours will generally fall between 2:00–8:00 PM, with flexibility in the start and end times based on our family's schedule and activities. We would also like weekly evening babysitting for date night, with some flexibility around the day and time. Responsibilities Driving kids to and from activities Spending time with the kids and keeping them engaged Playing board games, sports, or other activities Occasional trips to the library, park, or other local activities Kids' and household laundry - wash, dry, put away Kitchen cleanup, including loading and unloading the dishwasher, wiping counters, putting away dishes, and keeping the kitchen picked up Putting away items and helping keep common areas organized Cleaning up after the kids and helping them keep their spaces tidy Restocking household items and letting us know when supplies are running low Helping with simple meal prep Weekly evening babysitting/date nights Helping care for our cats and dogs as needed We're Looking For Someone Who: Genuinely enjoys spending time with kids and teens Is dependable, responsible, and organized Is comfortable driving kids to activities Takes initiative and notices what needs to be done Is happy to pitch in around the house rather than waiting to be given every task Likes both cats and dogs and is comfortable helping with pet care Is active and enjoys games, sports, parks, and outings Has reliable transportation and a safe driving record Pay: $23/hour We’re hoping to find someone who can become a consistent, trusted part of our family's weekly routine. The ideal person is equally comfortable hanging out with the kids, driving to activities, folding laundry, cleaning up the kitchen, prepping dinner, caring for pets, or pitching in wherever needed.

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