Hello! My name is Kara, and I would be honored to support you and your family during this special time. I bring over 20 years of experience working with children, and my passion for caregiving began early watching my mother run a daycare from our home as a teenager. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of working with children of all ages in a variety of settings, including private homes, daycare centers, public schools, and an emergency youth shelter a role I found especially meaningful. I have spent over 15 years as a dedicated nanny (no longer working full-time in that role) and have since specialized as a Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) for the past 8 years and a Birth and Postpartum Doula for the past 5 years. Whether you need gentle, experienced overnight newborn care or doula support through birth and postpartum recovery, I’m here to help. I also offer occasional babysitting, depending on my availability. Please note: Rates vary depending on the type of care provided. Newborn Care Specialist and Doula services start at $45/hour. I look forward to connecting with you and supporting your growing family!

Hi, I'm Chloe! I'm an experienced nanny and babysitter, and I've been working with kids since I was one myself! I started babysitting when I was 11, and basically haven't stopped since then. I've been a nanny, worked in a day care, been a mother's helper, a tutor, and provided almost every other child care service. I'm new to Chicago, but was working in Denver for the last 12 years. Babies and toddlers are my absolute favorite, but I love kids of all ages. I have experience with kids as young as one week and as old as 16 years, and have worked with siblings and groups of up to 26 kids! I have a gift for dissolving sibling conflict and dealing with tears and tantrums. I am affectionate, reliable, creative, and flexible. I am a student at SAIC looking for work around my class schedule, with a long career behind me already, and can't wait to care for your kids!

Hello Beautiful Families! I am Micquel (my-KELL) and I am a Chicago native and current Master of Business Administration candidate at the University of Illinois at Chicago completing my studies this fall. I also hold a Master of Public Health degree from the division of Community Health Sciences with a concentration in Maternal and Child Health. I am a former Clinical Research and Improvement Coordinator at Lurie Children’s Hospital! I have since pivoted to a role as Quality and Safety Specialist of Emergency Services at UI Health. I have always enjoyed caring for children because of their pure innocence and appreciation for life! They are always able to turn my bad days around. Since I became old enough to babysit, I have been the go-to sitter among family and friends. During my undergraduate studies, I volunteered at the local hospital in the NICU, Pediatric unit, and daycare (for 1 full year!). As volunteer chair of my pre-health honor society, I coordinated volunteers to tutor/engage with refugee children and assist staff at the local Crisis Nursery. While completing my unpaid internship for my degree program, I babysat and tutored a 9 year old boy with ADHD and on the Autism spectrum for 4 months until the grandmother of the child was able to care for him again. I have worked as a mentor and supervisor for disadvantaged youth hired by our Mayor's youth work program to beautify our city streets. This was my first full-time experience with adolescents and though they were old enough to 'babysit' themselves, I learned many techniques for grabbing and keeping their attention and asserting my authority without losing my usually calm and happy disposition. I look forward to meeting some of you and hopefully lending a helping hand to your families! :) Note: I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

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!

Hi, I'm Cece (short for Mareecia)! I'm a babysitter, nanny, and tutor with over 8 years of experience, combining structured learning with warmth and creativity. I'm open to all ages, though I'm most comfortable and experienced with children ages 2-10. My experience spans from summer camp counseling (ages 1-10) to remote tutoring in reading, writing, and study skills (ages 6-12). I offer more than just childcare: I'm a tutor + nanny in one, providing homework help, engaging activities, and a calm, positive routine to support your child's growth. Beyond caregiving, I bring a high level of professionalism and reliability from my corporate background at JPMorgan and Accenture. I'm also a writer, creator, and outdoor enthusiast who enjoys hiking and snowboarding. Currently, I'm learning Spanish, Italian, and French. Top Skills: Structured Routines: Skilled at creating calm, predictable schedules. Positive Engagement: Using redirection and enthusiasm to create a great environment. Academic Support: Expert in reading/writing for ages 6-12. I'm passionate about making a difference in children's lives and would love to connect with your family!