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Looking for work as a babysitter.

  • 3 years paid experience
  • Babysitter in Chicago, IL 60634

Meet Mariia

  • Speech Therapist
  • Speaks English, Russian, and Ukrainian
  • Comfortable with pets
  • Has a car

Headline: Loving and Creative Nanny with Education Degree and 3+ Years of Experience About Me: Hello! My name is Mariia. I am a nanny with a degree in Early Childhood Education with a focus on Speech Therapy, and 3 years of hands-on childcare experience. I have cared for infants as young as 1 month, toddlers up to almost 3 years, as well as children ages 4–9. During my studies, I also completed practical training in 4 different kindergartens in Ukraine. I love spending time with children in fun and meaningful ways — doing DIY projects, arts and crafts, reading, or enjoying outdoor play. I also support children’s speech development through play and learning. Families describe me as caring, patient, and creative. What I Offer: • Full-time childcare for infants, toddlers, and school-aged kids. • Fun and educational activities (crafts, DIY projects, games, reading, outdoor walks). • Healthy meal preparation for Read more children. • Light housekeeping and support around the home. Why Families Choose Me: • Early Childhood Education degree with Speech Therapy background • Experience with children of different ages in both families and kindergartens • Ability to balance nurturing care with educational activities • Languages: Ukrainian, English, Russian; understand Polish; currently learning Spanish • Flexible and available full-time, including evenings or weekends if needed Extra Services: • Grocery shopping, laundry, light cleaning • Pet care (cats, dogs) • Home decoration with fresh flowers 🌸 (available for additional payment)

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Availability

  • Generally available mornings, afternoons and evenings

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Experience

Willing to care for 1 child per sitting

$22-$32/hr for the first child, $2 for each additional child

  • Infants (age 0-11 months)

  • Toddlers (age 1-3)
  • Preschooler (age 4-5)
  • Grade School (age 6-11)

Education

Graduated

Additional services

  • Meal Preparation
  • Laundry
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Willing to run errands as needed
  • Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
  • Homework

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