Note of Caution: Positions posted below are not necessarily pre-screened. Although Career Services attempts to eliminate businesses and postings that are not appropriate or may be scams, it is up to the student to conduct due diligence in the affirming that the company and/or job posting is legitimate. Use due caution in investigating opportunities.
Part-Time Sitter
Oak Park family seeks part-time nanny to care for 3 girls (ages 9,7 and 4) from 2:30 - 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. School pick-up and activity drop-off/pick-up. Prepare snacks and school lunches. Plate dinner (no cooking just put dinner together from prepared food). Occasional errands. Car available, if needed. English & Spanish speaking optional, but preferred.
To apply, email Rebeca at rebecagarzagriffin@gmail.com.
After-School Babysitter
Oak Park family in need of after-school babysitter for 8-year-old twins (boy & girl). Hours are 3-6 p.m. Monday-Friday and includes:
- Pick up kids from school at 3 p.m.
- Help wth homework and after-school care
- Drive daughter to soccer practice (2 days a week)
- Drive son to hockey practice (as needed)
Must have access to reliable vehicle and valid driver's license and be dog friendly. Non-smoker and high energy.
To apply, contact Kathleen at (773) 616-4981 or email komalley36@gmail.com.
After-School Sitter Needed
Monday-Friday from 3-6 p.m. at $20/hour.
River Forest family in search of an after-school sitter. Responsible for picking up 1st grader and 3rd grader from Lincoln School in River Forest. Light homework supervision and taking children to and from local activities. Sitter will occasionally pick up preschool from CUC ECEC.
Will need a valid driver's license, but will have access to family's car.
To apply, contact Sara at smmaly@gmail.com or call (607) 339-8933.
Afternoon Babysitter Needed
Local daily seeks a college student for just 2 hours a day (1-3 p.m.) for 4-5 days a week at $18/hour to watch their 3.5 year old daughter. Afternoon would be as follows: pick up child at daycare, take her to playground or library and bring her home (located near North & Austin). Husband will be working from home occasionally and family also has a 30 pound, friendly dog.
Must have access to a personal vehicle and valid driver's license.
To apply, email Stephanie at Stephanie.Harold@gmail.com
Occasional Weeknight & Weekend Babysitter Needed
Responsible for a 3.5-year-old boy and family has a baby on the way so experience with infants is necessary. Job duties include hanging out with him and having dinner with the bed time routine starting around 7:30 p.m. Requirements for a candidate include someone who is a non-smoker and comfortable around family pets.
To apply, contact Jennifer at (630) 334-8893
Sitter for Individual with Special Needs
24-year-old female with cerebral palsy in need of sitter. She attends Opportunity Knocks in River Forest and Seguin in Oak Park. Also member of the CUC/DU Best Buddies program. She is fully verbal, but non-ambulatory (gets around via a power wheelchair she operates herself)
Assistance needs 2-3 days per week. Pay is $20/hour. To apply, contact Warren at (312) 618-3321.
Babysitter Opening
River Forest family is looking for a babysitter on Saturday, 9/9 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. You would be responsible for one child, age 3 years old. Duties include bedtime routine-related activities. Child is potty trained and goes to bed around 8 p.m. Family is new to the area and looking for a date-night babysitter.
If you're interested, contact Jessica at jasmith5@gmail.com or call (312) 415-2688.
After-School Sitter Needed in River Forest
Local family seeks after-school sitter, 3-5 days per week, from 3 to 6 p.m. for two kids (11-year-old boy and 9-year-old girl including friendly German Shepard dog). Job includes helping with homework, transporting kids to activities, light clean-up, and school lunch prep.
Prefer non-smoker with access to personal vehicle and enjoys engaging with kids to keep them off their screens.
To apply, contact Cindy Rubin at drrubin@intouchpediatrics.com or call/text (773) 580-1188.
Babysitter Needed in Oak Park
Seeking occasional after-school childcare for 7-year-old boy. Responsibilities include playtime, as well as help with homework and bedtime routine.
1-2 evenings per week, beginning around 5:30 p.m. Specific days are flexible depending on your schedule. Pay is $18/hour.
To apply, email Vishal at vcperc@gmail.com or text (410) 707-8712.
Caregiver Needed in River Forest
Local family seeks caring and patient part-time caregiver/sitter for special needs, non-verbal 12-year-old daughter.
Responsibilities include:
- Meeting bus at drop-off time
- Taking daughter to therapy and participating to learn from interactions
- After-school snack preparation
- Assist daughter with basic self-care needs
- Take daughter to recreational activities as time and weather permits
- Engage daughter in home-based activities as time permits
Typical hours are 3-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. Family will provide vehicle for transportation to after-school therapy and activities. Pays $22-25/hour depending on experience. References and background checks are required. Family also has a 10-year-old mini Goldendoodle in the home.
Candidate should be:
- Patient, nurturing, and reliable
- Talk to daughter and always presume 100% comprehension
- Comfortable molding language on assistive technology devise
- Physically able to lift 50 lb. adaptive stroller into and out of car
To apply, email Ann at amastic@yahoo.com or call/text (773) 251-7735.
Part-Time Childcare Position
River Forest family is seeking an energetic and engaged person to pick up children (ages 5 & 7) from school at 3 p.m. then help get them to activities and take care of them for the rest of the afternoon. Job is Monday-Friday, but each day will start at 3 p.m. Wednesday you will need to stay until 8:30 p.m.
Family does have a small, hypoallergenic dog in the home as well.
Please email Samantha at sdwinerman@gmail.com with references to apply.
Part-Time Childcare Opportunity
Family from Calvary Lutheran Church is based in Chicago and seeking a trusted caretaker to help with their 4-month-old.
To contact family for more information, email Tayler at taylergilchrist@gmail.com or call (630) 244-0254
River Forest Family Seeks After-School Childcare
After-school sitter needs for three children (ages 8, 6, and 3.5). Hours are Monday-Friday from 3-6 p.m. Responsibilities include picking up kids from school, transport to after-school activities, light meal prep, playing outdoor sports and board games. Family will allow you to use their vehicle, when necessary.
To apply, contact Michelle at (630) 776-8300 or email michellekmarek@gmail.com
After School Childcare
River Forest family is looking for childcare for 7-year-old son. Responsibilities include picking him up from school, bringing him home or to an activity, and watching him until about 6:30 p.m. Must have access to a personal vehicle and a good driving record.
To apply, contact Lisa at lisarothkopf@icloud.com or call/text (773) 914-7424.
Weekly Childcare Opportunity
Local River Forest Family is looking for someone to help every Friday morning from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Responsibilities include getting kids ready for school and taking the 6-year-old son to a weekly appointment and then to school. Access to personal vehicle is necessary, but family will provide car seat.
If interested, please email Kim at kimfriedrich@aol.com
Afternoon Sitter Needed in River Forest
Family is looking for an experienced sitter for a 2nd and 5th grader in River Fores. Hours are Monday-Thursday from 3-6 p.m. Must have a valid driver's license (family will provide the car/car seats) to help pick kids up from school and get to afterschool activities. Also, provide support with some homework and play on days that they don't have any.
To apply, contact Jessica at (847) 271-7947.
Babysitting Opportunity
After-school babysitter wanted for 3 kids in Central Oak Park. Responsibilities primarily related to the two older children, ages 8 & 10, include pick up after school, feed them snacks, help with homework, shuttle to sports activities and light meal prep.
Hours are approximately 2-6 p.m. at least 3 days a week. Must have access to a personal vehicle.
Contact Javaneh at jabbasian7@gmail.com to apply
After-School Nanny
Family is seeking a nanny for their 5-year-old daughter in Oak Park. Pick her up from kindergarten and bring her home or drive to activities. After-school pick-up is Monday from 4-6 p.m. and Tuesday-Thursday from 4-7 p.m.
Would also prefer a candidate that is available to help 1-2 weekend days a month for 4-5 hours.
Must have access to a personal vehicle, valid license, and clean driving record. Non-smoker with at least 3 years experience nannying school-aged children.
To apply, email Tamasyn at tnelaksoy@gmail.com.
Babysitter Needed in Oak Park
When: Monday & Tuesday after school
Pay: $20 per hour
Beginning in mid-September, you'll be responsible for two children, ages 8 & 10. Pick children up from Mann Elementary at 3 p.m. and hang out/play with them at family home or transport them to activities until about 6 p.m.
Qualifications: Previous babysitting experience (with references), fully vaccinated, valid driver's license with clean driving record.
For questions or to apply, email Alia at atorvik@gmail.com
Part-Time After-School Sitter Needed In River Forest
Family is seeking an after-school sitter/nanny for their 1st and 5th graders Tuesday-Thursday each week during the school year starting August 29. Hours are 3-5:30 p.m. each day.
Responsibilities include picking up 1st grader from school (you'll have access to family vehicle), meeting 5th grader at home after they walk from school, helping kids unpack/unwind, assist with starting homework along with general supervision and fun activities. Ideal candidate is non-smoker, pet-friendly, COVID vaccinated and boosted, reliable, on-time, and prior nannying references. Salary range is $20-$25/hour.
If interested, contact Ben at (563) 343-4593 or email benjamin.irey@gmail.com
After-School Sitter
River Forest family in need of after-school sitter Monday-Friday starting at the end of August. Duties include helping kids get ready for after-school activities, light driving or walking to activities, infrequent meal prep.
For more information, contact the Boyd family at rffamily531@gmail.com
Summer Nanny
Seeking a nanny in River Forest starting late August or early September. Caring for an 8-month-old baby Monday-Friday from 9-5 along with a 4-year-old Monday-Friday from 3-5 p.m. when he gets home from school. Primary responsibilities includes engaging with children including caring for and feeding them. Secondary responsibilities if time permits include washing bottles, folding laundry, etc.
Contact Julianna at juliannacummings10@gmail.com to apply.
Part-Time Nanny Needed in Oak Park
Local family seeks reliable nanny to assist with pick-up and drop-off to school for a 3-year-old boy. Hours are M-F from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Occasional weekends. School is local so driving is not a requirement. Morning duties include dressing, feeding, and getting ready for school. Drop off and pick up from school. Evening duties include playing and encouraging cleaning, picking up toys after play and feeding dinner (already prepared)
Must be ok with dogs. Family has a 10 lb. rat terrier. Start date is June 5th. References required. Email Joi if you're interested at wash.joi@gmail.com.
Babysitter/Flexible Nanny Needed In River Forest
Family is seeking extra hands this summer for their two children (4 and 7 year old). Pick 7 year old up from Park District activities at 3 p.m., take to swim practice at RFTC then home each day. 4 year old gets picked up from ECEC around 5:30 p.m.
Occasional sitting on weekends and weeknights. Prefer someone with a safe driving record. Family has extra booster seats you can use for transportation. Additional assistance with light housekeeping (prepping Hello Fresh and laundry) Hours are M-Thurs/Fri 3-6 p.m.
To apply, contact Tina at (440) 552-4022
Part-Time Nanny/Sitter Starting August 2023
Seeking responsible person to care for three girls starting this August. Girls are ages 3 (pre-school), 6 (1st grade), and 8 (3rd grade) Three-year-old would need to be picked up from pre-school and two older girls would need to be picked up from school at 2:55 p.m.
Located in Riverside. Looking for someone available Monday-Friday from 12:45-4:45 p.m. Pay is negotiable. Please provide at least two professional references.
To apply, email Alexis at alexislumell@gmail.com.
After-School Sitter Wanted
Schedule is 2-3 days per week after school from 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. and a few evenings/weekends. Days are flexible depending on your schedule. Job duties include picking up kids from school, playing with them, and driving to sports or other activities in Oak Park area. Must be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19 with a clean driving record.
Pay is $20/hour to care for two kids ages 7 and 10 near Harlem and Division
Email Alia at atorvik@gmail.com to apply
Childcare Opportunity on Friday Afternoons
5-minute walk from campus to pick up easy-going five-year-old on Friday afternoons. Generous compensation for an hour or two of care either at the park, library or home. Must have references and ability to pass a background check.
Text Jessica at (708) 613-1057.
Oak Park Family In Need of Transportation for Son
Oak Park family seeks a CUC student to drive their 8th grade son home from Grace Lutheran School (corner of Division & Bonnie Brae) on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Drive is 2.7 miles one-way to SE Oak Park. Monday and Thursday pick-up at 3 p.m. and Wednesday at 2:15. Additional days possible, depending on need.
Pay is $25 per ride/day. Must have access to personal vehicle and two references. Call, text or email Anna if interested. Johnsoam@hotmail.com or (708) 271-0446.
Family Assistant Position in River Forest
Local family seeks part-time assistant M/W/F from 3 to 6 p.m. with additional babysitting opportunities available. Start date in January with meet and greets prior to beginning. Compensation is $17-$23/hour.
Family has two children. The ideal candidate is comfortable with kids reliable, organized, flexible, excellent communicator, and proactive. Additional responsibilities include light housekeeping, assistance with meal prep, and home organization tasks. Occasional assistance on sick days or when kids are off from school and with family pet (Beagle, 11) may also be necessary.
One child doesn't need extra assistance with 1st-grade reading, writing, and math.
Should have a safe driving record with access to a personal vehicle with proof of insurance and room for car seats/passengers to assist with driving to activities.
To apply, contact Tina at tina.lamkey@gmail.com
Local Family Seeks Babysitter
Family lives three blocks from campus (Marion & Augusta) and needs a babysitter for their 4-year-old. Have a friendly dog in the home as well. Schedule is flexible, but they need help in the mornings and afternoons with school drop-off and pick-up.
If interested, contact Moses and Julissa at (347) 476-6272 or (347) 885-2975.
Babysitter Needed on Wednesdays ASAP for River Forest Family
Family is looking for help with school pick-up on Wednesday from 3-5 p.m. for their two children. Driver's license required with access to family vehicle for transportation. If available, they could also use assistance on Tuesdays from 7-9 a.m. and 3-5 p.m.
To apply, contact Mihaela at (773) 844-1833.
Babysitting Opportunity with Local Family
Duties include after-school pick-up, transportation to activities, light clean up, and meal prep for two children (ages 10 and 6). Monday-Thursday from 3-5:30 p.m. Valid driver's license, access to personal vehicle, and COVID vaccination required.
To apply, contact Aman at asandhu210@gmail.com.
Babysitting Opportunity in River Forest
Family has two children, ages four and one. Occasional weekend responsibilities from 4-10:30 p.m. including playtime with kids, preparing dinner, reading stories and bedtime. Family lives near Roosevelt school so an easy walk from campus. Date requests will be made in advance to plan with your schedule.
Family would like to meet/interview/check references before working together. To apply, contact Kathleen at oneillkmf@gmail.com.
After-School Child Care
Family seeks part-time after-school nanny for two children, ages 8 and 9 in River Forest. Tuesday-Thursday from 3-6 p.m. Help with school pick up and after-school activities, dinner prep and light household work/shopping. $15-$17/hour. Contact Lauren at perlsteinlauren@gmail.com to apply.
Caregiver Needed
Local woman with MS is seeking help with her evening care. She is 60 years old and in a mechanical wheelchair. Needs assistance getting ready and into bed on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 9-10:30 p.m. and assistance getting up and dressed on Sunday mornings from 8-9:30 a.m.
Located near intersection of William St. and Division
Must be ok with dogs as she has a large dog who is very friendly.
If interested, please contact Tiffany at (312) 931-0656.
Childcare Needed for Oak Park Family
Family is seeking a kind and responsible student to care for two children (ages 6 and 9) after school on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3-6 p.m. beginning in January. Good driving record required to transport kids to practice and other activities.
Family lives near Division & Oak Park Ave. Rate is $18/hour. Interested applicants can send resume and two references to Michelle at mtolson55@yahoo.com. Questions? Call Michelle at 630-388-9558.
River Forest Family Seeks Babysitter
Seeking experienced weeknight/weekend babysitter to care for two children (3-year-old and 6-month-old) throughout the school year. Flexible on the weekday and only seeking occasional weekend babysitting. Live within walking distance of CUC.
If interested, email Elise at espadavec@gmail.com.
Child Care in Oak Park
Local family seeks after-school help for their two boys - ages 6 and 8 years old - in Oak Park (near Beye School). Duties include snack prep, light housework, help with homework, help boys get ready for after-school activities, light and local driving/walking to activities.
Monday-Friday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. If interested, please call or text Rosh at (773) 969-6878.
Home Manager in River Forest
Looking for a part-time home manager/nanny for 5-year-old daughter and 3-year-old son in River Forest, near Concordia
Must be organized, energetic, engaging, and a self-starter with a keen attention to detail. General home organization and upkeep including schedule coordination, washing and putting away laundry, grocery shopping and meal prep for family. Care for and engage daughter and son while focusing on their safety and well-being when they're home from school.
12-15 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Loving and Christian family that treats caregivers with the utmost love and respect.
Contact Julie Hess at 440-478-0459 to apply.
Nanny Position in NE Oak Park
Local family seeks nanny two days a week (option 1: 2-3 days a week from 10-3 p.m. or option 2: 1 full day from 8-4 p.m. and 1 part-time day). Family has two children ages 4 and 13 months. Access to a personal vehicle is a plus to pick 4 year old up from school. Take children on walks, read, go to the playground and other indoor activities when weather doesn't permit going outside. Assist with meal prep. Non-smoker required. Responsible, reliable, dependable and able to communicate. Patient, caring and kind. Parents don't spank so looking for candidate to continue with gentle parenting.
To apply, contact Sheena at (773) 616-4683 or email semcneal1@yahoo.com.
After-School Sitter in Oak Park
Family in Oak Park seeks after-school sitter for three kids, 4th and 6th graders, Monday-Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Mostly driving to and from after-school activities, possibly assisting with homework and helping to prepare dinner, if needed. Must have clean driving record, non-smoker and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
To apply, contact Rachel at rwpetty@gmail.com.
Part-Time Sitter
Local family needs a warm and engaging nanny/sitter for a few days a week after school and occasional weekends. Daughter is 4.5 years old and in preschool full-time. Monday-Friday would need help picking her up after school including extended after-school care Tuesday-Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. Occasional help on the weekends needed as well.
Additional duties include light housekeeping and meal prep for daughter plus occasionally driving to/from other activities. Driver's license necessary, access to personal vehicle strongly preferred. Reliable candidate and COVID vaccinated plus booster.
To apply, contact Tamasyn at tnelaksoy@gmail.com.
After-School Sitter
River Forest family in need of babysitter for three children, ages 6, 9 and 13 daily from 3 to 6 p.m. Start ASAP. Request you have access to a personal vehicle for pick up and drop off from school/activities, help with homework, coordinate play dates and other activities with children plus prepare snacks/lunch.
To apply, contact/text Monika at 708-790-0029.
Babysitter Needed Tuesdays and Thursdays
Oak Park family seeks babysitter for two boys, ages 4 and 18 months, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.,but can be flexible with the schedule. Older son will be in preschool until 1:45 p.m. Prefer candidate that has experience with younger kids, loves to play, have fun, read and do art projects.
To apply, contact Lauren at 708-606-9583.
River Forest Family Seeks After-School Helper
Family is looking for an after-school helper from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. to pick up 13-year-old daughter from school and take her to local sports practices. To apply, contact Ashley at ashleygraves81@gmail.com or call 773-251-1494.
Part-Time Nanny/House Manager
Family is looking for a part-time nanny willing to assist with errands and meal prep while kids are at school. Children are six-year-old twins in first grade. Would enjoy someone to play with them and assist with homework until parents get home. Hours are Monday-Friday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Must love pets as family has two dogs and a cat. Looking for someone to start ASAP. Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus!
Contact Katie at 773-426-3375 or kreisinger@leadingre.com to discuss the role and salary.
Part-Time Nanny/House Manager Needed in River Forest
Monday-Friday from 3-6 p.m. OR Monday-Friday from Noon to 6 p.m. Start date is flexible. Family has three boys, ages 8, 6 and 3. Duties include school pick-up (family car can be used), making sure homework/reading/household chores are completed and playing with the boys. Additional tasks include feeding the boys a simple-to-prepare dinner, and helping with household tasks like children's laundry, errands, and tidying/organizing.
Pay is in the range of $22-$26/hour. If you're interested, please email or text Sara to set up a phone call at 650-862-7510 or sara.champion@gmail.com.
River Forest/Forest Park Sitter Needed
Looking for a sitter Monday-Friday from 6 to 8 a.m. and after-school from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. for two children, ages 8 and 10. Main responsibilities include helping kids get ready for school, meal prepping, helping with homework, taking them to and from school/school activities so access to a personal vehicle is necessary.
To apply, contact Rose at 708-341-6751.
After-School Help in River Forest
Family seeks after-school homework support for fun that will be a freshman at OPRF this fall. He has some special needs that limit his ability to do his homework independently.
Hours are Monday-Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Homework would be done at family home located on Thatcher Ave. Pay is $50/hour.
To apply, contact Deb at (312) 730-6986 or email debsthree@gmail.com.
Oak Park Family Seeks Nanny
Local family seeks role model with good values to mentor children after school, help them with homework, pick up from school, take to activities (ice skating, etc.)
Candidate would need to be available five days a week for a few hours in the afternoon. For more information, contact Jesse at jdriscoll@ucsd.edu.
Childcare for River Forest Family
Local River Forest family is looking for childcare help one day week. Fridays from 11:25 a.m. to 5 p.m. Family lives one block from campus. Responsibilities include picking son up from Concordia Early Childhood Education Center & walking him home.
If interested, contact Meghan at (312) 925-2236 or email Meghan.lmt@gmail.com
Sitter Wanted
Family in central River Forest (Augusta and Franklin) in need of occasional childcare for 6 and 4-year-old children plus a French bulldog puppy. Hours are typically Noon – 3 p.m. once or twice a week and occasional mornings. If interested, contact Marissa at (412) 996-1504 or mlh310@gmail.com.
Childcare Help
Oak Park family in need of help for 7 & 8-year-old children weekdays from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Responsibilities include drop off and pick up from children’s activities, general light household work, assistance with children’s homework. You will need to provide your own transportation to and from the home, but will have access to family vehicle for transportation of kids to their activities. If interested, contact Matthew at 773-531-9806
Part-Time Nanny Needed
Afternoon help needed for two kids, ages 7 and 3.5 years old. 15-20 hours per week, primarily in the afternoon. Candidate must be qualified to support 7-year-old son with unique set of disabilities associated with speech, fine/gross motor, ADHD and sensory processing. Experience with special needs or background in early childhood education is desired. Must be steady, empathetic and patient with energy to keep up as both kids are very active. Ideally, nanny will have access to personal vehicle and pristine driving record to drive them to and from activities.
To apply, contact Kelly at kellyd933@gmail.com.
Date-Night Sitter
River Forest family seeks date-night sitter for two boys, ages 3 and 5.5. Must be COVID vaccinated.
For more information, contact Laura at laura.riff@gmail.com.
Nanny Needed
Oak Park family seeks part-time nanny for 3-month-old twins. Hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., but hours can vary. Oldest child, 2.5 years old is enrolled at the ECEC and seeking someone with 2+ years of experience caring for infants, CPR certification, non-smoker, and someone willing to assist with basic household tasks. If you’re interested, contact Meghan at mmwittenborn@gmail.com.
Babysit for River Forest Family
River Forest family seeks occasional evening and weekend babysitter for 8-month-old. Located one block south of CUC on William St. Family also has a cat and small dog, but no pet care duties will be expected. Must have experience with infants. References requested and must be fully vaccinated. Pay is $18-$20.hour depending on experience. To apply, contact Mia at Lansford.mia@gmail.com.
Part-Time Babysitter Needed
Local family seeks occasional childcare provider for two toddlers, 4.5 and 3 years old. Located in the Galewood neighborhood, just north of Oak Park and both kids attend preschool at the ECEC. They enjoy playing games, blocks, puzzles, coloring and being outside in the yard or walking to the park. Need is for occasional mornings, typically for 3-4 hours starting at 6 a.m., 2-3 times a month. For more information contact Tim at angelatim2016@gmail.com.