FT Nanny - Oak Park - JC 0476
Chicago Nannies, Inc.
Location
Oak Park, Illinois
Salary
$29 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide nurturing care and structured daily routines for two children, including meal preparation and light household support. Transport children to kindergarten, daycare, and various activities using a personal vehicle.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a safe driver with a reliable vehicle, clean driving record, and up-to-date vaccinations. Knowledge of early childhood development and alignment with gentle parenting philosophies are required.
Job description
Full-Time Nanny | Oak Park | 2 Children
A thoughtful and loving family in Oak Park, IL is seeking a nurturing, organized, and developmentally minded full-time nanny to care for their two children. This is a long-term position with a family looking for a nanny who will become an important part of their home and daily routine.
Compensation & Benefits
- $29/hr+ DOE
- Guaranteed 40 hours/week
- PTO offered
Position Details
- Start Date: ASAP or Flexible for the right fit
- Location: Oak Park, IL
- Children: 2 children (5 years old and almost 2 years old) Schedule:
- Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: Varies, as early as 7:00 AM – as late as 7:00 PM (Typically starts at 7:30–8:00 AM and ends earlier)
- Flexibility required: Start and end times may shift based on the family's needs
- Family is looking for someone flexible, especially on Fridays and occasional schedule changes with advance notice.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide loving, attentive care to two children in a calm and structured environment
- Transport children to and from kindergarten, daycare, and activities (must use own car; clean driving record required)
- Oldest child will begin Kindergarten in late August and nanny will be responsible for school drop off and pick up
- School is located a short 8-minute walk or 2–3 minute drive from the family’s home
- Youngest child will also be starting daycare two days per week in the near future (days TBD)
- Engage in developmentally appropriate play and support milestones
- Follow and maintain a consistent daily schedule and routine
- Prepare healthy meals and snacks throughout the day
- Assist with potty training when developmentally appropriate
- Support nap schedules, bedtime routines, and age-appropriate structure throughout the day
- Tidy up children's play areas and clean up after meals
- Do children’s laundry and rotate clothing as they grow or by season
- Load/unload dishwasher during children’s nap time
- Help maintain organized play areas
- Light child-related household support including keeping common areas tidy throughout the day
The Ideal Nanny Will Be
- Calm, patient, and aligned with a respectful, gentle parenting philosophy
- Comfortable working in a home where parents occasionally work remotely
- Flexible with start and end times and adaptable to family needs
- Reliable, punctual, and able to manage a structured and consistent routine independently
- Knowledgeable in early childhood development
- Vaccinated and up to date on vaccines
- A safe and confident driver with a clean driving record and a reliable vehicle
- Comfortable collaborating closely with parents while confidently taking initiative throughout the day This is a wonderful opportunity for a warm, proactive nanny seeking a long-term role with a kind and appreciative family. The ideal candidate will thrive in a calm, organized home environment and enjoy building a meaningful connection with both children as they grow.
If interested, please submit your application for consideration by Chicago Nannies, Inc.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Guaranteed Hours