"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent
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Clarissa
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Buffalo Grove, IL
Hi families! My name is Clarissa and I'm an experienced kindergarten & preschool teacher in the western suburbs. I'm patient, reliable, and nurturing and dedicated to creating fun, safe environments for kids. I'm also bilingual and have a dog named Meatball. I am offering child care, senior care, and household services.
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Caitlyn
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 18 repeat families
17 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 35 families in Buffalo Grove, IL
Hi there! My name is Caitlyn and I am 30 years old with over 13 years of true nannying and babysitting experience. I first started babysitting neighborhood kids at age 15, quickly becoming the go to babysitter on my block for date nights. I was a full time nanny for 2 kiddos (7 & 10) in Evanston the summer of 2014, and a full time overnight camp counselor the summer before that for a cabin full of 8 year olds. Right after graduating from Loyola in 2017, I became a teachers assistant at a private preschool/daycare in Lakeview, helping out with all classrooms from newborns-5 years. Experienced with children of all ages, I love supporting continuous development and growth and take a lot of pride in my ability to connect with and teach children; I am punctual, experienced, and would like to think lots of fun :) After working in tech sales for 5 years, my heart called me back to early childhood, and after being a short term nanny for a 3mo old girl before she began daycare full time last summer, I began teaching in Children’s House (3-5 years) at Guidepost Montessori. My fiancé and I just moved to Fox River Grove to be closer to family, so I’m available in the surrounding areas most weekday evenings after 5:30-6pm, and occasional weekends! Can’t wait to hear from you :)
Joseph
Booked by 1 repeat family
$19 per hour for 1 childBooked by 1 family in Buffalo Grove, IL
Local Park Ridge native offering dog sitting services in the neighborhood. Includes dog walks, food and treats, and at home visits. Not including overnight stays. Experience loving on my own pups!
Rhea
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 repeat families
3 reviews$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Buffalo Grove, IL
I am a single mom of two (ages 10 and 8). I work as occupational therapist and have knowledge of child development as a mother but also in my profession. I am looking for some additional work when the kids are with their father. I live in the north side of Chicago and able to drive , preferably close to home.
“Rhea is our favorite babysitter! She is so good with kids and has alot of experience since she has kids of her own. We’re so thankful that we found Rhea. My kid likes her a lot and has been asking when Rhea will come over again. ”
Maria $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Maria. I am 24 years old and looking for occasional babysitting opportunities. I have numerous years of babysitting experience. I’ve been babysitting on and off since 2019 (ages 6 months-5 years) I am currently a NICU nurse and I love my job. I work 3 12 hour shifts a week and have some extra time for babysitting. I’d love to take care of your little ones!🩷
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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent
"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
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