"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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Kimberly $18 per hour for 1 child
Hello there 👋🏻 I'm Kimberly I’m studying Disability and Human Development at UIC. I offer child care, senior care, and household help. I’ve been caring for kids of all ages and seniors, including those with Alzheimer’s and dementia, for over 10 years. I enjoy creating a safe and fun environment for kids with crafts, games, and storytime. I’ve also helped with schoolwork through my internship at Chicago HOPES for Kids. In addition to babysitting, I can help with cooking, cleaning, and errands. I’m available for occasional babysitting, including last-minute needs!
Florencia $15 per hour for 1 child
Bilingual (English/Spanish) UChicago grad with years of babysitting experience, from 3-month-old infants to toddlers age 5. Responsible, warm, and organized. Currently pursuing pre-med studies at Northwestern.
Blessed $22 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Blessed and I am a current first grade teacher assistant as well as a masters student at Loyola University. I got my undergraduate degrees in Art History and Community Education and adore children. I love being a teacher and have been watching toddlers and kids since I was 15 years old. I am also CPR Certified as well.
Sara $22 per hour for 1 child
Hi!! I’m Sara and I’ve been a babysitter for more than 10 years. I love working with kids and have done so quite a bit in various settings, including as a teacher for after-school programs and as a camp counselor in summer gardening and swim camps. I’m also a very proud auntie to 3 nieces and 1 nephew and I’m pretty sure I’ve been crowned as the favorite aunt for my great attentiveness, care, and most importantly FUN. Some of my hobbies include baking, cooking, gardening, hiking (or being outside in general), swimming, and painting. Lastly about me, I speak Spanish and some Arabic and have a pet Cockatiel named Paco :) If you’re looking for a creative, warm, and highly reliable caretaker or nanny, I’d love to get in touch with you!
Laci $16 per hour for 1 child
I am 24 years old. I used to work as a daycare teacher at kindercare for toddlers but have experience working with other school age kids. I now work at The Spot in Skokie on weekends and am looking to help others on the side, and need some side work because I just moved to Illinois and plus, I love kids and animals (: id be honored to help with what I can! Thank you, (:
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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 :)"
Jesse D., parent
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