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 affirming that the company and/or job posting is legitimate. Use due caution in investigating opportunities.
Babysitter Needed for Family on Bonnie Brae
Family lives on the 900 block of Bonnie Breae and is looking for someone ot help with their 6 and 9-year-old kids. Ideal times would be 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. to take kids to school and then from 3-6 p.m. to pick them up from school. You will need access to a personal vehicle to help with transportation from school and to activities.
If interested, contact Sara at (312) 933-1565
River Forest Family Needs Babysitter
Family is new to the area and looking to connect with students for babysitting. They have three daughters (ages 1.5, 4 and 6 years old). They also have two large, friendly dogs. Live in the 1300 block of Jackson Ave. so walkable from CUC campus.
Candidate needs to be flexible for afternoons, evenings and weekend hours.
For more information, contact Elisabeth at elis.alber@gmail.com
Babysitter Needed
Will be approximately 20 hours each week. Family has two kids, ages 11 and 13. Are looking for afternoon care 2-3 days each week. Duties include straightening the kitchen and kids rooms and helping with kids laundry. Will need some light snack and meal prep as well. Older child does have sports that are up to 45 minutes away so will need access to a car.
Family has two dogs that need to be walked in the afternoon. Hours are Monday & Wednesday from 2-7:30 p.m. May ask for additional time after school or on the weekends as needs come up.
Must be responsible, reliable, motivated, organized, a self-starter and flexible.
To apply, contact Lisa at 312-873.3651 or email Lpilotto@polsinelli.com
Part-Time Sitter Needed
Family lives in River Forest and is looking for a part-time sitter for after-school care. You would be responsible for two boys, ages 6 & 11. Care for, play with and transport kids to activities nearby after school.
To apply, contact Shama at shamahi@gmail.com.
Babysitting Opportunity in River Forest
Family has three children, ages seven, four, and infant. Occasional weekend responsibilities from either 12-6 p.m. or 4-10:00 p.m. including playtime with kids, preparing dinner, reading stories and bedtime, etc. Family lives near River Forest Public Library (Chicago/Lathrop) 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 Katie at oneillkmf@gmail.com
Sitter For 11-Year-Old Girl in NE Oak Park
6th-grade girl who is independent, but still needs an adult around to guide/oversee her homework, make dinner, feed and walk dog, and interact on a relational level.
Hours are Monday 4-7:45, Wednesday 4-6 and Thursday 4-7 p.m.
Must have access to a personal vehicle to help with school pick-up and activities. Potential for extra time over the weekends if help is needed.
Contact Angela at 773-456-9080 to apply.
Sitter Needed in River Forest
River Forest family (lives right across the street from Concordia!) has an 11-year-old girl and 14-year-old boy. They are looking for after-school help 1-2 days per week (Tuesday and/or Thursday) from 3:30-6/7 p.m.
Tasks involve driving to and from local activities using the family car, making sure homework gets done, and keeping track of the kids. You can work on homework too! Family has a senior dog that needs to be let out in the backyard.
Pay is competitive. Must have a clean driving record, valid license, and references.
Call or text Libby at 773-343-4239 to apply.
Computer Science Tutor Needed for High School Student
Oak Park family is looking to hire a tutor for high school sophomore to help with AP Computer Science Principles class and to prepare for the May AP exam. Consistent 1-2x per week in-person session. Pay is $50/hour.
Contact Cassie at 708-927-9995 or email cassie.tohme@gmail.com to apply.
Childcare Needed in Oak Park
Family lives on Augusta and Harlem in Oak Park, just one block from CUC. Looking for childcare for two girls, 4 & 5 years old, on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1:30-4:30/5 p.m.
Pick up from school at First United (4-year-old) and Mann School (5-year-old). Would have access to a family vehicle for transportation.
Email Kathleen at kathleen.javor@gmail.com to apply.
Part-Time Sitter Needed Starting October 2025
Hours are from 3-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. Responsibilities include picking up two boys (ages 7 & 5) from school and/or other activities, playing with kids after school, driving to after-school activities and helping with homework.
You will have access to a family vehicle to transport the kids.
Contact Katie at (313) 801-3336 or email kwalton1@gmail.com to apply.
Part-Time Help Needed: House + Kids
River Forest family is seeking a reliable and flexible student to help with household and family support. Tasks include walking the dog, unloading/loading the dishwasher, picking up kids from school, taking them to activities, etc. Must have access to a personal vehicle.
Looking at around 10-15 hours per week. Schedule is flexible and pay is competitive.
Contact Sangeetha at sangs50@gmail.com or 352-262-2569 if you're interested.
Afternoon Sitter Needed for School Year
Looking for an experienced sitter/driver for two kids, 4th & 7th grade for the 2025-26 school year. Hours are Tuesday-Thursday from 3-5:30/6 p.m. Must have a valid driver's license. Access to a personal vehicle is preferred, but family can provide a car if necessary.
When kids aren't at after-school activities, be able to nudge them to do homework and engage with them when they're done.
Contact Jess at 847-271-7947 to apply.
Babysitter Needed
Family in River Forest is seeking a babysitter for their 11-month-old. Schedule is Mondays and Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hours are flexible if you can't work the entire time.
Compensation starts at $20/hour.
If you are interested, email Virginia at virginiatorresryan@gmail.com or text 312-259-7540 and include at least two references.
House Manager/Nanny
NW Oak Park family is looking for a dependable House Manager, Monday-Thursday from 3-7 p.m. Some occasional weekend hours may also be needed to help 8-year-old get settled in the evening, help with school pick-up, homework, prepare meals and lunch.
Must provide a background check, have a clean driving record and references available.
If interested, contact Alexis at alexis.rogers2930@gmail.com.
Part-Time Nanny/Sitter
Riverside family is seeking a responsible person to care for three girls starting in September. Ages are 5, 8 and 10. Would need to pick the girls up from school at 3 p.m. End time each day is flexible.
Looking for someone available at least a few days a week if not Monday-Friday. Pay is negotiable. Please provide at least two professional references.
To apply, email Alexis at alexislumell@gmail.com.
Childcare & Homework Coach
Family in Oak Park, IL is looking for help 4 afternoons/week (Monday-Thursday from 3-6 p.m. Support three children (ages 8, 10 & 12) in building strong study habits, emotional regulation & healthy routines.
Key responsibilities include homework & study coaching using visual tools to guide through assignments, reading & memory work, routine reinforcement to help kids transition calmly from school to home, behavior support, music encouragement, healthy snack prep, occasional transportation using the family minivan and optional outdoor play supervision.
Pay is $30/hour. To apply, email Ariane at apanter182@gmail.com with a short note about why you're interested, any relevant experience with kids with ADHD/ADD/Anxiety-type learners & your availability for fall & spring (if known).
Part-Time Babysitting Job
Oak Park family is looking for a nanny/babysitter to help with 4 kids (ages 12, 12, 10 & 10) from 3-5:30 p.m. Monday - Friday as well as occasional mornings from 7-8 a.m. for driving kids to school at Ascension. Mom does work from home so there is flexibility if needed. Must love to be active as they are always on the go.
Responsibilities include limited driving to/picking up from activities, helping with homework/after-school snack, taking kids to library/park & occasional help getting dinner started/prepped.
Will provide access to family vehicle for transportation of kids. Must have references available. If interested, contact Nora at Nora.S.Powers@gmail.com.
After-School Sitter/Nanny - River Forest
Family is looking for after-school transportation and other related tasks for 5-year-old girl (attending Willard) & 3-year-old boy (attending Mosaic Montessori).
From 3-7 p.m., responsible for picking kids up from school (access to a personal vehicle is necessary) & bringing them home to River Forest. Play & engage with them, help with light homework, prep easy dinners, kids' laundry & light tidying.
Prior childcare experience & one reference required. Contact ambikagpai@gmail.com to apply.
Reliable Sitter/Driver Needed - Weekdays
River Forest family is looking for a dependable and friendly sitter/driver to help with weekday school drop-off and pick-up for 8 & 10-year-old boys.
School drop-off is M, W & F between 7:30 & 8:30 a.m. Pick up from school and drop off the 8-year-old at 3:10 p.m. in Oakbrook for after-school activity. Days & availability are meant to be flexible.
Must have access to personal vehicle with a clean & safe driving record. Enjoy working with kids & able to communicate with parents.
Family is offering competitive hourly pay plus mileage reimbursement or stipend.
To apply, contact Kim at kimfriedrich907@gmail.com.
River Forest Family Seeks Babysitter
Seeking experienced week/night/weekend babysitter to care for two children (3 & 6 year old) throughout the school year. Flexible on the weekday and only seeking occasional weekend babysitting. Live within walking distance from campus.
If interested, email Elise at espadavec@gmail.com.
After School Help Needed
Family near OPRF seeks after-school help 2-4 days per week (days are flexible). Responsibilities include school pickup, drop-off/pick-up for extracurricular activities, light meal prep and cleanup, packing school lunches and laundry.
Family has four kids, ages 3-7, but you'll only transport/oversee 1-3 kids at a time.
Looking for a strong driver, responsible and enjoys being around pre-K/elementary-aged kids. Must provide references.
Text Lauren at (312) 952-0331 if interested.
After-School Care for Twins
Family is looking for after-school care for 9-year-old twins. Mostly driving kids to and from school activities, helping with laundry, occasionally making dinner & bringing water upstairs for a senior or driving her & simply being with kids if no adults are home.
Hours will vary week to week as activities change
Call Jen at (773) 456-9965 or email yennymann@hotmail to apply.
Babysitter Needed in River Forest
Pick up 3-year-old from preschool at 11:05 a.m. on weekdays & drop off at home in River Forest. Pick-up days are Monday-Friday. Only about 30 minutes a day from pick-up time to drop off. Begin in September 2025. Pay is $125/week.
Family is also looking for occasional help in the evening at $25/hour. Contact Jennifer at jmlutzke@gmail.com to apply.
Morning Sitter Needed in River Forest (School Year Only)
Group of three families looking for dependable and punctual morning sitter to help get kids' days off to a great start.
SCHEDULE:
- Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. (school holidays off). Located on Park Ave. in River Forest.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervise/engage 7 school-aged kids for about an hour with play outdoors or in basement (no screens).
- Encourage kids to clean up and maintain tidy environment
- Walk 2 preschool aged kids to daycare down the block
- Ensure safe street crossing for older kids to Lincoln School
COMPENSATION:
- $55/day for 1.5 hours
Contact Lauren at Kadowle@gmail.com to apply.
After-School Sitter Wanted
Monday-Friday from 3-6 p.m. Pay is $23/hour.
Long-time ECEC family with children in Kindergarten, 3rd grade and 5th grade. Sitter will be responsible for picking up two younger kids from Lincoln School in River Forest, light homework supervision and taking them to local activities
Sitter will need a valid driver's license and ideally have access to their own car.
Contact Sara at smmaly@gmail.com or 607-339-8933.
After-School Nanny Needed
River Forest family is looking for part-time after-school nanny for 9-year-old boy and 7-year-old girl. Ideal candidate is available from 2 or 3 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and until 8:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.
Must be ok with small hypoallergenic dog. Prefer candidate have their own car to transport kids to local activities.
Looking for a long-term fit who enjoys music, reading, sports, and imaginative play with kids.
Email Samantha at sdwinerman@gmail.com or text 973-632-7951 if interested.
Part-Time Help Needed
River Forest resident is looking for a student to help transport 14-year-old in the family vehicle to a West Loop high school from September 2025 until June 2026.
Three days a week from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Must have perfect driving record and background check will be performed. Resume and references also requested before interview. Candidate must be dependable and punctual.
Contact Madeleine at madweldon@gmail.com to apply.
Looking for After-School Care
Family is looking for after-school care for two children (Kindergarten & 3rd grade) beginning August 2025. 2-3 days per week. Pay is $22-$25 per hour
Pick up from Mann Elementary in Oak Park and drive to after-school activities. Must have a valid driver's license, but will have ability to utilize family vehicle for transportation.
Email Gillian at gillifred@gmail.com to apply.
Babysitter Needed in River Forest
Will be responsible for three kids (ages 6, 3, and 3 months old). No need to transport kids anywhere. You will watch them at home and possibly help with bedtime, baths, meals, playing, and cleanup as needed.
Ideally, has experience watching infants and kids
Contact Kristina at Kristina.Sullivan24@gmail.com or call (708) 717-2902
Nanny Position in NE Oak Park
Local family seeks nanny four days a week (Monday: 10-2 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday: 1:30-3:30 p.m.) Two children, ages 4 & 7. Older child in school full-time until 3 p.m. (2:30 p.m. on Wed.). 4-year-old not in school on Monday and gets out at 1:15 p.m. Tues. - Thurs.
Access to a personla vehicle is a plus, but not required. Take kids on walks, read, go to playground, library and other indoor/outdoor activities as weather permits. Put toddler down for nap. Candidate must be a non-smoker, responsible, reliable, dependable & able to communicate as well as patient, caring & kind.
To apply, contact Sheena at (773) 616-4683 or email semcneal1@yahoo.com.
Date-Night Sitter
River Forest family seeks date-night sitter for two boys, ages 9 and 6. For more information, text Laura at (708) 602-6440.
Occasional Sitter Needed