
"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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Hi there! My name is Emily and I am originally from the Quad Cities but have been living in Chicago for the past 2.5 years after graduating from the University of Kansas. I have experience babysitting and part-time nannying children of all ages. During prior jobs I loved coming up with creative activities, going on neighborhood walks, and playing games in the park. I am also comfortable taking care of animals. I grew up with a dog and I have a cat of my own. In my free time I enjoy sailing on Lake Michigan, reading anything from thrillers to memoirs, and painting what ever is inspiring to me in the moment.
Hi families! I’m a bilingual, Spanish-speaking individual with over six years of experience in the healthcare field, specifically in chiropractic care, and I have a strong passion for working with children. I hold an Associate’s degree in Science and am currently pursuing further education. Although I haven’t worked as a professional caregiver, I’ve had the joy of caring for children in my family and among friends, ranging from ages 1 and older and it’s been an incredibly rewarding experience. I’m detail-oriented, reliable, and always eager to help others. My faith is a cornerstone of my life, and I’m actively involved in my church’s youth group. In my free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors, going on walks, exploring new coffee shops, and experimenting with cooking and baking. I love trying new things and creating meaningful, positive connections with those I care for.
I am a second-year medical student at Loyola with a background in neuroscience and I am looking to help families, offering child and senior care. I have experience as a caregiver for my grandmother and for my autistic brother. I have also worked as a math tutor, so I am happy to help with tutoring or errands like driving to/from school and appointments. Ideally, I am hoping to house-sit and have time to study for my own school work alongside helping kids with their homework. I am allergic to animal dander, but I am a huge animal lover nevertheless! Other fun facts about me: I play the flute and piano, I used to play soccer and now rock climb, and I volunteer at the Field Museum!
I love helping families in the neighborhood, and I'm great with homework help, meal prep, keeping the place clean, staying patient, and keep the house safe and quiet so that children can sleep while you're away.
“Megan is an excellent babysitter. She is reliable, professional, and experienced, and she’s wonderful with my 1.5-year-old. She keeps him engaged with activities, is attentive to his needs, and makes sure he’s safe and happy. I have complete confidence in her and highly recommend her to other families.”
Hi families! I’m an Evanston-based childcare provider with 15 years of experience, including preschool substitute teaching, and a BA in English from UW-Madison. I specialize in ages 2–12, bringing a calm, reliable, and steady presence to your child's routine. What I Offer: 🏫 Preschool Support: Manage early childhood classrooms, implement engaging activities, and support development.🦄 Reliable Care: Child-centered engagement, consistency, and steady, predictable routines. 🛡️ CPR/First Aid Certified: Certification up to date for safety and peace of mind. 📚 Academic Support: Homework help, reading, and writing guidance. 🍎 Care Basics: Healthy snacks, smooth transitions, and child-space tidying. 🎵 Music & Arts: Singer/pianist happy to support piano practice or musical enrichment. 🚗 Transportation: Reliable driver with a clean record for local school and activity pickups and dropoffs. Schedule & Logistics: • Days: Monday–Thursday (School-year or year-round) • Hours: Mornings (8:30am–12:00pm) OR afternoons (2:00pm–5:30pm)• Guaranteed Hours: 14 hours/week • Focus: Child-focused care and light child-related tidying (excludes full meal prep, heavy cleaning, or pet care). If this sounds like a great match for your family, please send me a message! Excellent references are available. 😊
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"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

"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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