Winnetka families count on UrbanSitter for same-day emergency child care. In most areas, average response time for urgent needs is under two minutes.
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Families in Winnetka turn to UrbanSitter for emergency and same-day babysitting.
Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check, and every profile is individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team. Learn more.
I'm a nurturing and experienced caregiver-and a mother with over 16 years of experience as a nanny, after-school playground worker, site coordinator, volunteer, and teacher's aide. My background has given me a deep understanding of child development and early education. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Development from California State University, Northridge, in 2013, and I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun, and enriching environment where children can learn, explore, and grow. I love incorporating outdoor play, creativity, and hands-on learning into daily activities. As both a parent and a dedicated caregiver, I understand the importance of fostering a nurturing and engaging space for little ones. I'm excited to connect with a family looking for a thoughtful, experienced, and compassionate nanny. Let's work together to create a supportive and stimulating environment for your child!
A loving and caring nanny coming to your home to take care of your most prized possession, your precious child. I have been working as a professional nanny for over 10 years, working with numerous amazing families. The growth and development of your child is my number one priority. I am not only a child care provider, but also a preschool teacher infant and todler room, mother to my two incredible grown children. I have worked in preschool settings as a teacher for over five years so I do have a lot of experience working on educating toddlers. I have a great deal of passion teaching young minds about growth and self-esteem and development. I am looking for a loving family to become a part of and to grow with the family for long-term.
Hello my name is Melba I am a mother of 2, I have worked with a families providing different services including child care of all ages and senior care. I like to build a strong relationship and connection to my clients I am very invested in providing the most genuine care. During childcare assistance I provide help with meals, bedtime routines, school pick ups, chores around the home and being actively involved with the child during playtime. During Senior care my priority is to provide comfort and safety. Helping with medications, meals, self safe (bathing etc.. ) as well as errands or anything else the client may need me to assist with. I have taken care of cats and dogs, one of my regular clients has 8 cats that I watch and care for while she is away from home. I also have experience caring for dogs of all ages and sizes with pets. I am comfortable doing feeding, walking, clean up and oral medication. I am a very patient, determined, committed, punctual, kind and understanding employee. I prioritize building a comfortable and happy work relationship and environment for all my clients.
“Melba and her husband Jose have been working for us since 2015, cleaning first our condo and now our house. We trust them completely. When we leave town, we are comfortable leaving them our keys so they can look after and feed our cats. They are excellent pet-sitters, cats and dogs. When I leave town they aid my husband, who has Parkinson’s. They are responsible, hardworking, friendly, and reliable. I cannot stress enough how we appreciate their presence and the care and effort we receive from them.”
18 years childcare experience • newborn & toddler specialist • reliable household support Hello families! My name is Lorena. I have 18 years of experience caring for children of all ages, with the last 10 years focused on newborns, infants, and toddlers. I’m calm, patient, and attentive, and I love creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive. I’m experienced with newborn care, feeding routines, sleep support, diapering, and age-appropriate play and development. I’m also happy to help with light household tasks related to the children, such as simple meal prep, tidying play areas, and children’s laundry. Families describe me as reliable, loving, and trustworthy, and I truly enjoy supporting parents and their little ones. Rates:• 1 child: $32/hour• 2 children: $35/hour• Newborn/infant care: $35–$38/hour
Hi! My name is Raquel, and I’m a loving mom offering babysitting in a safe, nurturing home environment. As a parent myself, I understand how important it is to find someone patient, attentive, and trustworthy to care for your little one. I have hands-on daily experience caring for infants and young children and focus on creating a calm, fun, and structured space where kids feel comfortable and cared for. I enjoy age-appropriate play, reading, tummy time, and helping little ones stay on their routines. I’d love to connect and see if I’m a good fit for your family!
All UrbanSitter babysitters are background checked every year. Profiles are individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
"We were incredibly grateful that Maya was able to help us out with a last-minute childcare emergency. She matched our 9-year-old's energy with arts & crafts, some quiet reading, and a walk around the neighborhood. We'd have Maya back in a heartbeat!"
Hillary S., parent
"We used Tania for a last minute emergency. She responded very quickly. My daughter seemed to enjoy herself. My son napped most of the time. I enjoyed how she kept me updated by text."
Theresa M., parent
"Hannah was awesome. Went above & beyond to help me with a last minute emergency. She was really sweet & great with my 16mo old. Highly recommend!!"
Lauren D., parent
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