FT Nanny - Winnetka - JC 0490

Chicago Nannies, Inc.; Winnetka (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO offered

Job summary

Chicago Nannies, Inc. in Winnetka, IL is seeking a warm, experienced full-time nanny to care for three children aged 4, 2, and 2 months. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–5:00 PM, with 45 guaranteed hours and responsibilities including infant care and engaging activities.

Ideal candidates are patient, reliable, CPR certified, vaccinated (Tdap and flu), and comfortable with a parent who works from home. Driving is required to transport the children; driveway parking is provided.

Qualifications

• Excellent infant-care experience and understanding of infant development.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Current Tdap vaccination and annual flu vaccination required.
• Strong driving history with a safe, reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, developmentally appropriate care for all three children, including infant care.
• Prepare and wash bottles, feed, change diapers, and maintain nap and feeding schedules.
• Support potty training when appropriate and engage older children in play and activities.
• Safely transport children to and from school, activities, and outings.
• Coordinate playdates and plan age-appropriate activities.
• Keep children’s spaces tidy and manage laundry and clothing.

Skills

Infant care

Reliable

Driving

Communication with parents

Job description

Full-Time Nanny – Winnetka, IL

A Winnetka family with three young children, ages 4 years, 2 years, and 2 months, is seeking a warm, experienced, and dependable Nanny to join their household. The ideal candidate will be confident with infant care while also genuinely enjoying the energy and playfulness of older children. This family is looking for someone patient, nurturing, reliable, and easy to be around who will become a trusted part of their daily routine long-term.

Position Details

• Location:Winnetka, IL
• Schedule:Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–5:00 PM
• Guaranteed Hours:45 hours per week
• Compensation:$28–$30/hour, DOE
• Benefits:PTO offered
• Ideal Start Date:September 21 for part-time overlap with the current nanny; full-time schedule beginning October 1. Family has some flexibility with the start date and schedule.
• Children:Ages 4 years, 2 years, and 2 months. Two older children attend school part-time.
• Parking:Driveway parking provided
• Pets:One cat in the home; no pet care required
• Occasional evening or weekend hours may be offered but are not required

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, developmentally appropriate care for all three children, with strong knowledge and experience in infant care
• Provide hands-on infant care, including preparing and washing bottles, feeding, diaper changes, and maintaining appropriate nap and feeding schedules
• Support potty training when developmentally appropriate, using a positive and consistent approach
• Engage the older children through age-appropriate play, activities, outings, and creative experiences
• Match the older children’s energy and actively participate in play
• Safely transport children to and from school, activities, playdates, and outings
• Coordinate and schedule playdates and plan fun, age-appropriate activities
• Complete children’s laundry and maintain organization of their clothing and belongings
• Keep children’s bedrooms, play areas, and common spaces used throughout the day tidy and organized
• Prepare children's meals and snacks
• Communicate openly with parents and take direction and feedback well

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced, warm, patient, and nurturing nanny
• Excellent infant-care experience and a strong understanding of infant development, routines, and milestones
• Energetic and engaging with toddlers and preschool-aged children
• Reliable, dependable, and comfortable working in a busy household with three young children
• Comfortable with a parent who works from home in a separate, dedicated office space
• Able to take direction well and work collaboratively with parents
• Proactive in planning activities, outings, and opportunities for socialization
• Strong driving history with a safe, reliable personal vehicle for transporting the children
• Current CPR certification required
• Current Tdap vaccination and annual flu vaccination required

This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced nanny who enjoys caring for children across multiple developmental stages and is looking for a long-term role with a family that values reliability, warmth, flexibility, and genuine engagement with their children.