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Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny

  • 5 years paid experience
  • Babysitter in Hickory Hills, IL 60457

Meet Tyra

  • Comfortable with pets
  • Has a car

I have had many roles as a childcare provider including guest teacher, chess instructor, healthcare worker, babysitter, and nanny. I have been entrusted in caring for babies from birth into their teenage years. I am punctual, caring, attentive, reliable , trustworthy, and respectful. My experience includes new born to adolescents with multiples experience and *special needs services. My responsibilities included routine care, hygiene, feeding, and all basic care needs, prepare and engage in fun learning including screenless indoor and outdoor activities, housekeeping, help with assignments, milestones, pet care, morning and night time routines, among many other duties varying with family and age. I clean and organize as I go with the children and promote independence, communication, and consistency. I enjoy opportunities to develope the socialization of children such as going to parks, outings, museums, and nature walks. I adhere to following the guidelines and routines set for the child whether Read more it be dietary restrictions or daily routines. I have a complete resume if interested and a valid drivers license/insurance. Provide a clear background screening. I keep excellent communication with family and their care teams. I am very patient with kids. I also love animals have taken care of multiple. I have a strong sense of morals and values with integrity. I am also knowledgeable in Emergency Response, First Aide,certified in CPR through AHA through my healthcare work experience, and water safety certified. Through my diverse experience I may make a suitable caregiver for your children. I am looking for evening, overnight, early morning opportunities. My availability is generally from 5:30pm-6:30am all weekdays and anytime over the weekends. I have reliable transportation and don’t mind commuting. *Rates depend on needs of family this is considered my second career/love. Feel free to reach out to discuss options I am here to help you and you families needs. Guest Teacher (September 2025-2026) Complete lesson plans/assignments Adapt/Teach new ways of learning… *Autism Center, (July 2025-2026) Behavior Management Adaptive Skills …. *Babysitter/Nanny, Chicago, (2020-2022)(New Born-2yrs)(17-18yrs) Feed (Bottle/Solids) Read Books Communicate with guardians Teen Homework/Socialization Naps/Bedtime Pickup /Drop off School Milestones/Developmental Play Bathe/hydrate/clothe Sick Care… *Babysitter/Nanny, (Aug 2021-June 2022)(2-7yrs)

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Availability

Babysitter

  • Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights and weekends

Nanny

  • Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
  • Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
  • Start date is flexible

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Dejah E.

9/16/2026

Tyra Is very Very helpful with the Kids . (4) She is reliable and comes on time ! Helps with Dinner/ BedTime ; leads by being a very great example (role model towards the kids) . Helped Cleaned as needed. 10/10 No Complaints !!! Really is passionate and wants to help the next generation . If Hired , You Will not be disappointed =)

Tyra M.'s reply

Thank you so much for the review. I am glad to have been able to assist your family needs and hope to continue to be of assistance to your family when possible.

Naija B.

7/26/2026

She’s an amazing sitter. Very informative and helpful and she’s quick. She brings toys and activities to do with the kids and she helps with language and development. Will be booking again

Tyra M.'s reply

Thank you for taking the time to write a review and allowing me the opportunity to work with your family. It is always a pleasure to assist families. Should you need any assistance in the future don’t hesitate to reach out.

Karen C.

3/5/2026

Although we hired someone else, Tyra was very kind and professional throughout the whole process. Quick to respond, very organized and easy to work with.

Tyra M.'s reply

Thank you, Karen! It was wonderful to meet your family including your sweet bundle of joy. I am wishing the best for you and your family.

Experience

$20-$27/hr

  • Infants (age 0-11 months) expand

    • Swaddling
    • Feeding
    • Changing
    • Bathing
    • Assist with setting a routine
    • Overnight care
    • Mother's helper
    • Occasional care
  • Toddlers (age 1-3)
  • Preschooler (age 4-5)
  • Grade School (age 6-11)
  • Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)

Education

Graduated Moraine Valley Community College

Additional services

  • Meal Preparation
  • Laundry
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Swimming Supervision
  • Crafts
  • Potty Training
  • Travel with Family
  • Willing to run errands as needed
  • Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
  • Homework expand

    • Finishing homework
    • Checking answers
    • Studying for a test
    • Proofreading
    • Basic math
    • Pre-algebra
    • Elementary science
    • Earth science
    • Science
    • English
    • Essay writing
    • Social studies

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