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Irina
Booked by 23 repeat families
38 reviews
Chicago
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 54 families in Harwood Heights, IL

Hi, My name is Irina. I an a 2nd year nursing student. I bring toys, coloring books and balloons so that children don't get bored and have something new to wonder about and play with. It also helps with separation anxiety. I take my time to talk to them and explain questions they might have, or matters regarding discipline. I am familiar with being cautious when it comes to allergies. I have my driver's license and I am CPR certified. I am looking for occasional babysitting jobs. Thank you so much and I am looking forward to working for your family.

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Karen
Booked by 21 repeat families
24 reviews
Harwood Heights
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 37 families in Harwood Heights, IL

20+ years of professional experience & ECE Degree. I am safe, loving and love to teach and help children explore. Some things of importance to me as a person/nanny are freedom, transparency, quality time, positivity and encouragement both things I give and like to receive. I am open minded and have been told my communication skills are sincerely appreciated. I enjoy making up new stimulating activities for children of all ages, and diving into their world with them! I take a customized approach based on how your child learns and likes/dislikes, I love being goofy 😜 . I don’t believe in ‘forcing’ anything and love to create a strong bond of mutual respect and trust . I practice positive discipline regardless of age or situation and don’t believe in hitting or yelling belittling/shaming and will ONLY raise my voice if it’s keeping your little one away from danger (fire,cars, sharp objects). I can cook, meal prep, run errands, laundry, I love cleaning but your child will ALWAYS be my number one priority! I’ve always been expected to tidy/clean whilst caring for little ones so I build that into my routine (often talking your child through it with me or having them help me with small tasks) I do have experience with special diets (soy free/gluten free/dairy free, vegan/vegatarian, halal) and allergies. First hand Epi pen experience. Experience with seizures ♾️🧩Physical disability, Anxiety, extensive Autism & ADHD experience! Positivity, Safety, creating a bond of trust with you and your child(ren), singing & dancing! Genuinely engaging your child in stimulating activities such as art and music , creative play, walking in nature, reading and writing , celebrating your child’s wins no matter how big or small, and just letting kids be kids is what I’m all about. 😉 *Cleaning & Organizing Aficionado* 🎨Arts & Crafts Guru who will bring supplies for special projects. 🎤 I love singing and will often use music as a tool for daily activities that your child may struggle with. 🚗 Access to reliable vehicle Acura TL or Honda Accord (insured) 🧼 🫶🏼 washing hands frequently 🩺 Infant CPR certification expired but will renew it upon request. * IF IM IN DOUBT ON WHAT YOUR WISHES WOULD BE IN ‘XYZ’ SITUATION I WILL CONTACT YOU IMMEDIATELY & if not available then use my best judgement. Fully vaxxed and boosted 2x.

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Jasmine
Booked by 9 repeat families
8 reviews
Schiller Park
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 17 families in Harwood Heights, IL

Hello my name is Jazzy. I love interacting with children. I been a child care provider/ babysitter for about over 10 years now. I feel comfortable working with multiple children. I am also bilingual and consider myself reliable responsible, and outgoing. I am also a dog lover!

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Aujanae
Booked by 34 repeat families
54 reviews
Chicago
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 70 families in Harwood Heights, IL

Short break from teaching! I am fully open all week. I’m flexible every other weekend. HI! I’m AJ and my pronouns are they/them. I am a 31-old open minded and patient person with over 15 years of experience. I hold a Bachelors degree in Environmental Sciences, a Masters in Education, and I teach High School science full time. I specialize in racial minority groups, LGBTQIA+ families, foster/adoptive families, newborns, and multiples but I have experience in just about all things childcare including overnights. My mom has owned a daycare and been a foster care parent for my entire life. I have years of experience with children of all ages and from all backgrounds. As my mother's direct assistant I am licensed with DCFS and certified in early childhood courses through Gateways. My wife and I have a wide variety of animals at home and am able to provide care for any pets present in the homes I work in. I enjoy going outside and walking, making sure to keep the children engaged. I also have experience as a summer camp counselor and a special education paraprofessional. My wife and I are foster parents and we love welcoming new kiddos into our family. Lastly, I am CPR/First Aid certified, up to date on all vaccines including COVID and I have received the booster as well. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out!

AJ did a wonderful job with our baby and was very warm and caring!

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Ashley
Booked by 9 repeat families
7 reviews
Chicago
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 14 families in Harwood Heights, IL

Hi! My name is Ashley. I am 33 yrs old. Friendly, patient and highly dependable. I have 2 wonderful children, they are 13 and 15. I've had the pleasure of caring for children of all ages but have the most experience with toddlers and children under 6. I started babysitting since I was 12 yrs old by helping family, friends and neighbors.I am bilingual and fluent in spanish and english. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you!

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"We absolutely LOVE Isa — our family was so fortunate to have found her through UrbanSitter. I'm a first-time mom, and it took me a long time to find a full-time nanny I could trust to care for our sweet infant boy. Our boy connected with her immediately, and we couldn't have asked for anyone else to care for him. Her calming presence was also perfect for parents like us who work from home. We feel so lucky UrbanSitter helped us find someone who has truly become a part of our family."

Amy L., mom of one

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"I was so stressed about finding a part-time nanny for my 14-month-old son, who has moderate separation anxiety and hadn't been left with anyone but family before, but we were both immediately at ease in Buhay's presence. Her empathy and commitment to understanding child development are apparent in every interaction I've witnessed between her and my toddler. I feel very lucky to have found her."

Kamilah W., mom of one

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"Erna watched our now 5 year old daughter and 3 year old son for a few years. She is punctual, responsible, honest, and playful. What we appreciated most was that she was thoughtful in ensuring that we had a little break; for example, when the kids were clingy, she was able to divert their attention with games or songs or walks to the park. We felt very comfortable leaving our kids with Erna because of her caring nature and experience that spans a decade (including being a live-in nanny)."

Eric D., dad of two

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