Warm, Kind, and Collaborative Weekend Nanny in Lincoln Park, Chicago
Start: January 5th
Children: Two children; a 2.5-year-old girl and a 6-month-old boy
Compensation: $30–$35/hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Friday–Sunday 7:30am-7:30pm (light flexibility)
Description:
Warm, Kind, and Collaborative Weekend Nanny in Lincoln Park, Chicago
Start: January 5th
Location: Lincoln Park, Chicago
Children: Two children — a 2.5-year-old girl and a 6-month-old boy
Compensation: $30–$35/hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Friday–Sunday 7:30am-7:30pm (light flexibility)
Guaranteed Hours: ~36 hours per weekend
About the Family
A warm, outgoing, and well-traveled family in Lincoln Park is seeking a positive, adaptable, and engaging weekend nanny to support their two children, ages 2.5 years and 6 months. The parents value collaboration, flexibility, curiosity, and a joyful home environment. This position is unique in that the nanny will spend a significant amount of time working alongside both parents, blending naturally into the family dynamic and serving as a supportive, upbeat presence throughout the weekend.
Their oldest child is spirited, social, and active. Their youngest is sweet, curious, and at a key stage of early development where attentive, milestone-informed care is essential. Both children thrive with warm connection, structure, and plenty of outdoor time.
The family has no pets. Mom has a dairy intolerance but no other allergies. They maintain a relaxed yet structured home and greatly appreciate a nanny who brings positivity, professionalism, and initiative. A family car is available for work-related use, and parking is available if the nanny brings their own vehicle.
Initial interviews will be conducted via Zoom, and the family will be out of town for the last two weeks of the year.
Ideal Candidate
The family is seeking a nanny who is:
Warm, upbeat, and naturally bubbly
Adaptable, flexible, and supportive
Energetic and engaged, with a love for spending time outdoors
Knowledgeable about infant and toddler developmental milestones
A collaborative team player who enjoys working alongside parents
Able to blend seamlessly into a household environment
Adventurous and open to joining activities and outings
Proactive with a “pitch-in” attitude and excellent household awareness
Comfortable balancing the needs of two young children
A nanny who values partnership, thrives in a shared-care environment, and brings joy and steadiness to weekends will be an excellent match.
Responsibilities
Childcare & Family Support
Provide warm, developmentally supportive care for both children
Support infant and toddler milestones through intentional activities and routines
Join the family for outings, activities, and weekend experiences
Assist with feeding, naps, diapering, and transitions throughout the day
Maintain consistency with the children’s weekday rhythms where appropriate
Household Management
Children’s laundry (folding and putting away)
Light meal prep
Tidying children’s rooms, play spaces, and common areas
Kitchen tidying; loading and unloading the dishwasher
General weekend household reset and organization
Additional Needs
Work seamlessly in a shared-care environment with both parents
Comfort with parents being in and out of the home
Light flexibility in hours as needed
Car provided for on-the-job use (parking available)
Schedule
Friday–Sunday: 7:30am-7:30pm
Approximately 36 hours per weekend
Compensation & Benefits
$30–$35/hour, depending on experience
2 weeks paid vacation (nanny chooses one week)
5 paid sick days
Paid major federal holidays
$200/month healthcare stipend
Family car provided for on-the-job use; parking available
Qualifications
Prior experience with infants and toddlers
Strong knowledge of early childhood developmental milestones
Warm, collaborative, and team-oriented communication style
Comfort working in a shared-care model with hands-on parents
Flexible, positive, and energetic temperament
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Excellent long-term references from past families
Start Date: January 5th (family out of town last two weeks of December; initial interviews via Zoom)
This is a wonderful opportunity for a warm, adventurous, and collaborative nanny who loves supporting young children and enjoys being part of a lively, hands-on family. The family hopes to welcome someone who will bring joy, professionalism, and harmony to their weekends—and become a cherished part of their care team.