Career IL Nannies through ABC have:

• CPR Certification for Infants and Children
• Passed 5-panel Drug Test
• Passed Criminal Clearances
• Authorization to work in the U.S
• Valid Driver’s License
• Motor Vehicle Report on File
• Electronic Fingerprints on File
• Signed ABC’s 1 Year Commitment Pledge
• Acknowledged ABC’s Moral and Ethical Code of Conduct
• Verifiable Childcare Experience
• A Genuine Love for Children!

“I possess an active, positive, and kind personality, and I am also honest, mature, and responsible. In addition, I have a good sense of humor and a genuine love for children. My aim is to bring happiness to the families I serve by providing excellent care for their children. I chose to be a Nanny because of my passion for nurturing, supporting, and educating children. With over 5 years of experience in childcare, I can confidently say that I truly enjoy what I do. I believe that children are the future and hold great significance in their families' lives. As a Nanny, my goal is to ensure the children's well-being, happiness, and safety, while also fostering a loving and secure environment. I am also willing to assist with various household tasks, such as cleaning their rooms, doing their laundry, and preparing light meals. If I were to describe myself using five adjectives, they would be professional, honest, responsible, humorous, and active. Ideally, the perfect family seeking a Nanny like me would embrace me as a valued member of their own family.”

“I am an energetic and amiable individual with a strong passion for working with children of all ages. My decision to pursue a career as a Nanny over any other profession stems from my admiration of Mary Poppins and my immense joy in engaging in play and fun activities with children. Witnessing their growth and learning process excites me greatly. With over 11 years of experience in various childcare roles, I can genuinely say that I love what I do. I firmly believe that children should be nurtured, cherished, and loved, and as a Nanny, my objective is to bring out their best qualities. In addition to caring for the children, I am willing to assist with light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning and dishwashing. To describe myself in five adjectives, I am friendly, outgoing, flexible, honest, and a people-person. When planning daily activities for the family I work for, my focus would be on providing a safe environment for the child to play and learn. If I were to imagine the ideal family seeking a Nanny like me, I would hope they possess qualities such as friendliness, honesty, flexibility, reasonableness, and a caring nature.”

“I possess a strong sense of care and nurturing and prioritize creating an environment that fosters imagination, creativity, and exploration. Above all, I strive to make the children in my care feel loved and respected, which I believe is the most important accomplishment for any childcare provider. Coming from a corporate background, I also understand and sympathize with the pressures and time constraints faced by working parents. Therefore, my role as a nanny is to alleviate some of that stress by ensuring the well-being of the most important people in their lives. If I were to summarize in one sentence why I have chosen the nanny profession over any other, it would be because as a nanny, I have a unique opportunity to nurture, educate, and form a strong bond with the children I care for, which cannot be achieved in a classroom or through casual babysitting. With over 5 years of experience in childcare, I genuinely enjoy what I do. I find children to be fascinating and authentic beings who are full of brightness and energy, filled with curiosity about the world around them and eager to learn. My goal as a nanny is to be nurturing, loving, firm when necessary, structured, and adaptable. While I believe in adhering to a set plan of activities and responsibilities, I also understand that children can be unpredictable, and sometimes it is necessary to go with the flow. I am willing to engage in various housekeeping tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, dishes, vacuuming, dusting, and cleaning up any messes as they occur. Moreover, I will assist children in tidying up their toys, as it is important for them to learn to clean up after themselves. Describing myself using five adjectives, I would say I am bright, creative, caring, responsible, and dependable. In terms of daily activities for the families I care for, I would like to incorporate arts and crafts, outdoor play/exercise, story time, periods of quiet time, independent play, and cooperative/imaginative play. Additionally, I would love to include special activities a few times a week, such as outings to local playgrounds, engaging in age-appropriate building projects like constructing a volcano or fort, or enjoying picnics in nearby state parks. I also believe in involving the children in creating the daily schedule to include activities they enjoy. If I were to describe the ideal family seeking a nanny like myself, I would hope they are characterized by respect, understanding, a sense of fun, and a friendly demeanor.”

“I possess qualities such as patience, reliability, and knowledge, making me suitable for the role of a nanny. With two children of my own, I genuinely enjoy working with children and have chosen this profession because of that love. Over the past 7 years, I have gained significant experience in childcare and can confidently say that I am well-versed in what I do. I believe that children are the most precious beings and should be treated with respect, recognizing their unique personalities. My aim as a nanny is to cater to their physical, emotional, and intellectual needs while creating a warm and affectionate environment. Apart from childcare, I am willing to assist with housekeeping tasks, such as cooking for the children, doing their laundry, and tidying up their rooms. In terms of describing myself, I would use adjectives like kind, patient, reliable, knowledgeable, and caring. When it comes to planning daily activities for the family I work with, I would incorporate various indoor and outdoor activities, arts and crafts, reading, imaginative play, sports, and developmental tasks to enhance cognitive, fine motor, and gross motor skills. Lastly, I envision the perfect family seeking a nanny like me to be loving and understanding towards their children.”

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