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Norma $17 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Elmwood Park, IL

Hello !! My name is Norma , I also speak Spanish ,I’m offering child care , señor care and household services . I have experience since I use to take care of my grand kids.

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Carrie $23 per hour for 1 child

Hi ,my name is Carrie. I have been working in early childcare for over 30 years, mostly infants and toddlers. I have my Associates Degree in General Studies and I'am director qualified. I have worked at 3 different daycares for the past 30 years. I'm actually in the process of owning and directing a new center in Lombard ,which should be open Mid summer.I'm just looking for something part-time or occasional until its ready to open.

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Selene $19 per hour for 1 child

Hi!!! I'm currently a College student in my Sophomore year. I adore kids and love being around them. I'd describe my personality as extremely bubbly and very outgoing while also being responsible I love working with kids because I feel kids are very pure and so curious about life and I love being there to help guide them in learning new things while also being supportive I have been working with kids since I was old enough to help. I started two years ago babysitting for my family and family friends. Date nights, while at work, even watching them for weekends while parents were out of town. In my spare time, I like to be with my family, I usually spend my weekends with them and if not i'm playing volleyball. One thing you should know about me is i'm very respectful. I'm also love meeting new people. I would also consider myself a pretty good at cook! My skills include helping them learn, keeping them safe, letting them have fun while still keeping my authority.

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Sarah
Booked by 50 repeat families
86 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 106 families in Elmwood Park, IL

Hello! My name is Sarah. I graduated from Columbia College Chicago with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education with Type 04 certification. I student taught preschool and first grade. During my time at Columbia College I observed classrooms including infants, toddlers, 2 year olds, preschool, kindergarden, first grade, second grade and third grade. I was a Lead Teacher in a 2 year old classroom while working in a daycare after college. I have 15 years of experience with babysitting. My experience in those 15 years primarily include infants-5 years old. I have flexibility with my evening hours. I have a precise work ethic and I love making sure your children are always in a safe environment with me! Bachelors with a Teaching Cerificate in Early Childhood Education 15+ years of babysitting Strong work ethic, caring personality, able to work with multiple personalities References available

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Rida
Booked by 68 repeat families
95 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 125 families in Elmwood Park, IL

Out of town September 4-7, 17-20, 24-27, October 8-18 My name is Rida, nice to meet you 😊 Families would describe me as trustworthy, communicative, flexible, and kind. I’m am CPR certified, a non smoker, and have over 9 years of experience. I’m 28 years old and a Chicago native! I grew up in Rogers park and now live in the North suburbs! I currently work full time downtown on a hybrid schedule. I have availability on weekends (morning and/or night). I do have my own car and work with families across the city and select suburbs! I graduated from Depaul University in 2020 in political science. I also have an Illinois Teacher’s substitute license. I have been on Urbansitter since 2017 as I started off doing date nights while in undergrad. I had multiple part time families before COVID, as well as some families during that eventually moved out of Chicago. I have families where i have done overnights for while parents are away, as well as pet/house sitting. I have experience with hotel sitting for weddings or while parents may be from out of town! I am comfortable working with 4-5 kiddos at a time- as I have experience working with different ages at once! On the day of the booking, I will make sure to update you on the kid(s) to ensure that they are in good hands :) I come from a big family that are all located in the Chicagoland area. My mom is a teacher in the city so, I get many of my great skills from her! I also help raised my little sister, who is now 18 years old :) Looking forward to meeting you! I am always open to a quick phone call or a working session to get to know your family and to see if it’s a good fit!

Very nurturing and we were so comfortable to have her look after our newborn.

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"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

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"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

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"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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