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Matt K., dad of two
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Hello! I’m an outgoing childcare expert who taught global policy to middle school and high school students for six years. In this role, I received ongoing training in childhood education and development. Currently I am working on writing and publishing a memoir. I’m a graduate of Northwestern University, where I majored in Economics and Political Science, and last year I completed my masters in Political Sociology at the London School of Economics and Political Science. I come from a large family, and I enjoy working with children. My childcare experience includes infants through high school age. I have also tutored extensively on many levels, including grade school math, high school English, and college economics. For fun I like to cook and play Ultimate Frisbee. Thank you for your consideration, and I hope to meet some of you soon. :)
“Olyvia was absolutely amazing! From the moment she walked in, my kids gravitated to her immediately. I honestly expected them to be a little standoffish since she was a new face, but they were comfortable with her right away and stayed by her side the entire evening. She kept them engaged, was incredibly kind, patient, and accommodating, and made us feel completely at ease while we were out. The biggest sign of how great she was? My 2-year-old actually cried when it was time for Olyvia to leave! That alone speaks volumes about the connection she built with my kids in just one evening. I would absolutely book Olyvia again and highly recommend her to any family looking for a trustworthy, caring, and engaging sitter. She exceeded every expectation we had!”
I am a first grade teacher who has been teaching for 14 years. I live in Bridgeport but I babysit all over the city. I have a car so I can provide my own transportation. Families of the children that I babysit for have praised me for being fun, firm, and fair. I truly love kids and can’t wait to meet your family!
“Our kids had a great time with Lisa, and we would love to have her back again!”
Hello my name is Stephanie and I'm a mother of two. I've lived in the West Town area my whole life and really enjoyed growing up on the same block. I have worked with children from the ages of 6 weeks through 8th grade. I have worked with children for a total of 16 years. I've been nanny for 10 years and worked as a lead teacher in the infants room at a childcare. I was an assistant teacher with preschool children ages 3-5 years old, coached sports such as soccer and floor hockey. I love working with children and engaging with them throughout the day with arts and crafts, reading books, singing, dancing, taking walks, going to the park, museums, overall making sure they had an awesome day. I completed two years of college in Early Childhood Education. As I had mentioned I 'am a mother of two boys. My youngest who is 8 was born with Down Syndrome and medically complex so I'am comfortable with taking care of a child who needs that extra special attention.
Hi-my name is Khatania, I am 25 years old mom of a sweet 1 year old boy. I consider myself to be a born with the gift of nurture and empathy. I offer childcare, senior care, pet care and some household services related to whoever I provide care for. I’ve been a caretaker for my own cousins, nieces and nephews, grandpa and other children in my community since I was the age of 12. I honestly feel like I was born to care for the people around me in more than just a physical way. I love being outside in nature and I also love doing indoor crafts and activities, I’m just a child at heart lol. I love all animals but cats are my favorite. Looking for something flexible so I can build my life while actually having a life. I look forward to working with you.

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4.9 average star rating from total of 4,972 reviews in Chicago, IL

"Recommendations from friends are a must when it comes to a sitter for my kids. UrbanSitter has expanded our network of babysitters, and it has given us peace of mind."
Matt K., dad of two

"UrbanSitter has supported my needs for reliable and joyful sitters. Whether it be for work, recreation or last-minute emergencies, we've made wonderful relationships with local sitters who have become a part of our family!"
Natalie O., mom of five

"UrbanSitter is my go-to for quality sitters! I can book weeks ahead of time or easily find a same-day sitter when in a bind. I even hired a part-time nanny during a daycare transition. Customer service is helpful and babysitters respond in a timely manner."
Laura F., mom of two
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