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Melinda
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 24 repeat families
38 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 43 families in Lincolnwood, IL
Hi my name is Melinda and I'm a State Certified Type 04 Teacher (Birth-3rd Grade) and credentialed Director. My degrees are in Early Childhood Education, Psychology (Human Growth and Development), Child Development, and Social Sciences. I also have my Masters in Early Childhood Administration and certified in First Aid/CPR. My dual doctoral studies include Curriculum, Advocacy, and Policy & Disability, Equity, and Education. I am also currently getting credentialed in Early Intervention. I am a professional development nerd/enthusiast 🤗. My passion is working with and advocating for children and families. I have worked or volunteered with children my entire life because they just bring me such love, light, and life! I speak and present on play-based learning and whole child development. I am a loving, nurturing, fun, and active teacher, mother (1 biological and raised 4 foster children), and actively organize community services and events. If you need services from a loving and highly qualified teacher leader, please feel free to contact me. I look forward to meeting and working with many new amazing families! I do UrbanSitter on the side in my spare time. Best regards, Melinda
“Melinda is terrific and really focused on helping our daughter express herself through art. Her educational background definitely comes through. We will definitely be requesting Melinda's services again.”
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Jackie
$24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 89 repeat families
70 reviews$24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 142 families in Lincolnwood, IL
Reactivating this profile! I'm at a career transition as an attorney, and I'm looking for temporary and occasional babysitting while taking time for some personal projects. I'm from a tight-knit extended family with about 25 first cousins, so I've been caring for children of various ages since I was old enough to hold a baby, with paid experience outside my family throughout the last 13 years. I spent two years between undergrad and law school working in childcare full-time. I have extensive experience with infants, toddlers, and school age children. I'm particularly good with pre-verbal toddlers, thanks to my experience growing up with a little brother who had a language delay. I also have experience tutoring, specifically in math. My favorite thing about babysitting is finding things that spark a child's curiosity and helping them learn.
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Ryan
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 74 repeat families
92 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 138 families in Lincolnwood, IL
Hello my name's Ryan. I have taken Early Childhood Development Courses & am a healing arts coach. I love children/pets & I am the oldest of my siblings. I have experience with multiple infants as well as children/preteens. I am in leadership over Sunday School & Bible Study for children 12 years old & younger. I volunteer for a youth after school program. I enjoy dancing, baking, arts & crafts. I have worked in the past as classroom facilitator for kindergarteners & first graders. I have worked in bakeries and restaurants. I am creative patient & passionate individual eager to meet your children being apart of them blossoming. Thank you for your time.
“Arrived on time and very personable!”
Edith
$12 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 31 repeat families
44 reviews$12 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 63 families in Lincolnwood, IL
Looking for date night families and part time summer jobs. . I have decades of experience working with children of all ages and am a certified teacher. I am known as dependable, fun, and caring. I am great at telling stories, reading books, doing crafts, trips to the park, and singing children's songs. I am a mom of two sons as well as a certified teacher and tutor.
“Edith was wonderful! From the moment she arrived, she made my daughter laugh and feel comfortable. She brought such a warm, positive energy and connected with her right away. Edith also made sure bedtime went smoothly and got her to sleep right on time. I really appreciated her calm and caring presence.”
Rachael
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 37 repeat families
70 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 97 families in Lincolnwood, IL
Hello! I'm Rachael :) I'm a teacher so I'm available evenings/days off school! Also looking for a summer 2026 nanny job! About my childcare background: I have a degree in education and I currently work in a school reading and math intervention. I've previously worked as a nanny for several years and I have lots of experience with childcare. About me: In addition to my teaching job, I also work as a tour guide. When I'm not working, I have several hobbies such as classical music (I'm a violinist), sewing, and cooking. I love animals too! Please let me know if there is any illness in the home before I arrive. I work several jobs and even a slight illness can significantly affect my ability to make a living. An illness isn't an automatic "no" but I need to be able to assess the situation before I am exposed. Of course, I will extend the same courtesy to you and your family and will always be up front about any symptoms I may be experiencing as well. The safety of your children/family/pets is a top priority for me. Got my latest covid/flu shots September 2025! Tdap vaccine January 2025 No allergies
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What does a babysitter do?
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Can I find babysitters for after school care in Lincolnwood?
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Can I find babysitters for evenings, weekends, or extended hours in Lincolnwood?
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