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Tara $19 per hour for 1 child

I'm an extremely kind, compassionate, patient and caring person who's heart is rooted in serving others. I have extensive experience in child and elder care. I have 3 adult children of my own and was a PTO president for 6 years. I also was a caregiver at Sunrise Senior living on the memory care floor. I took care of my grandparents and parents. I moved in to care for my father who had Parkinson's disease in the last years of his life. He was bedridden for last 8 months of his life and myself and oldest daughter were his only caregivers. I've worked with adults with disabilities too. I have had animals all of my life and am able to walk small to medium sized dogs. I currently have 2 cats but have also had dogs, guinea pigs, hedgehogs and sugar gliders. I look forward to meeting you and your loved ones!

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Danyell $25 per hour for 1 child

Greetings Family! My name is Danyell and I am so excited to hopefully become the perfect puzzle piece that you have been missing in your needs for child care! My Bachelors is in Art and I have a well rounded background in the workforce from working in Daycare, food/retail management, logistics and of course Nannying! I enjoy bringing all my creative skills to my Nannying career to ensure that the children I am taking care of are not only having fun but are learning and exploring their amazing imaginations 😀 I not only bring the child a great experience, but I create this structured experience with the parents so that I am mirroring your household standards, schedule and morals. I'm addition to these skills; I am AHA CPR/AED and First Aid certified. Maintaining a safe, caring /nurturing personality and environment is encredibly important to me. Besides being a creative; I am athletic and run marathons. I stay active so I am equipped and have great energy to run around and have fun with your children! Please feel free to contact me if interested. You have a candidate here that is ready to be your partner in providing dependable, safe, and fun care for your little ones!

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Christian $20 per hour for 1 child

Skills/ Experience: -English Major, 120 hours in public school observation. Planning to teach upon graduation. -Lifeguard, experience in especially with children’s and kiddie pool. -CPR trained certification -Red Cross emergency aid certification. -Bilingual (English Spanish) - Musician, I can teach piano and music theory. - Years of self-defense. -Amateur chef and baker. Hello my name is Christian, and I’m currently a college student looking to work for the summer! I was born and raised here in Chicago, Lincoln Park Grad! I’m an avid reader with many other hobbies! I have personal experience in childcare for some years now, having babysat for kids under ten, and taken care of kids older than that as well! I’m no stranger to care, and I’m sure I can help meet any house needs you may have as well! Hobbies -Chess, Reading, Piano, Choir. -Hiking, Fitness, Sports. -Studying Arabic, Practicing Chef. While caring for your family, I’d love to teach piano, tutor for English or common core, or teach Spanish! I’m open to any work from Care to Cooking!

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Tara 1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child

I am a mother and grandmother and love spending time with them 😃 I was an assistant pre -K teacher at Ravenswood Elementary specializing in Reggio Emilia as well as working in the after school program teaching arts and crafts . I am also a chef / food stylist . I taught at The Chopping Block for 5 years specializing in children’s classes and am able to help with meal prep if needed .

I can’t say enough good things about Tara and her love for our 22-month old daughter, Ava. Tara has helped watch Ava for a little over a year now and has such a sweet bond with Ava. Tara is someone we trust and she has even spent the night at our house to take care of Ava overnight while we were away. She is caring, playful, mindful and overall a great caregiver. Can’t recommend her enough!

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Sandrita $21 per hour for 1 child

Hi, My name is Sandrita but you can also call me Sandy! I work with kids/students of all ages to create a safe, positive environment where they feel comfortable and cared for. I have prior babysitting experience and currently serve in the children’s ministry at my church caring for 2-3 year-olds. I’ve also worked with elementary aged kids and also have led high school student groups and summer camps, so I’m comfortable with a wide range of ages. I enjoy creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment through play, reading, and simple routines, and I’m happy to help with preparing meals and snacks. I’m bilingual as I speak both English and Spanish. I also maintain a non-smoking and alcohol-free lifestyle. I enjoy building positive, meaningful connections with the children I care for and would love the opportunity to support your family as your babysitter!

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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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What does a nanny do?

Nannies provide ongoing, in-home child care on a set schedule. A nanny may prepare meals, assist with school pickup, help with homework, manage activities, and handle light housekeeping related to child care. Many nannies specialize in specific age groups or needs such as infant care or bilingual support. Learn more about what a nanny does.

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Are nannies on UrbanSitter background checked?

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What's the difference between UrbanSitter and a Highwood nanny agency?

Nanny agencies in Highwood often charge placement fees that can total thousands of dollars. On UrbanSitter, there are no agency placement fees, just a simple membership. You can browse available nannies in Highwood, interview candidates, and hire directly.

What types of nannies can I find in Highwood?

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