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Aidan Diehl

Aidan Diehl
Evanston, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2026

Creative Kind Teen

Hi, my name is Aidan. I love soccer (goalie), football (right defender), and tech—like Roblox, Minecraft, video editing, and coding basics. Math is my favorite subject. I am social, a creative thinker and kind. I am good with little kids and have many friends.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring
    • Science tutoring
    • Computers / coding

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Evanston for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - ✓ -

Day

- - - - - ✓ -

Arvo

✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ - - - ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

- - - - ✓ ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Asthma training
    • Anaphylaxis training
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

Hi, I’m Aidan! I’m excited to offer babysitting and mother’s helper services for families with children ages 3–11. I’m 15 and have experience as a group helper for 4–5 year olds at Tamarack Day Camp, as well as being a mother’s helper for my young cousins and a family from my church and 2 after school programs and reading to preschoolers.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers

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Drew Metallo

Drew Metallo
Northbrook, IL

Activity summary

Last seen: 20 hours ago Member since: Oct 2026

Experienced Babysitter | Swim Instructor & Lifeguard Trained

Hi! I’m an experienced and responsible babysitter who loves working with kids! I’ve worked as a summer camp counselor, swim instructor, and after-school childcare provider, so I have experience caring for children of different ages, keeping them entertained, and making sure they’re safe. I’m also lifeguard trained and have CPR/AED training. I love coming up with fun activities, helping kids learn new things, and creating a positive environment where they feel comfortable. I’m dependable, patient, and excited to help out your family!

Babysitter, Parent helper $19/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Asthma
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
    • Down syndrome
    • Intellectual disabilities
    • Dyslexia
    • Visual impairments
    • Sleep disorders

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Transporting pets
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $15 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

  • Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Pet training
  • Pet grooming

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Car washing / cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Northbrook for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - ✓ -

Day

- - - - - ✓ -

Arvo

- ✓ ✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

- - - - ✓ ✓ -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Water safety training
    • Swim coach
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (currently studying)
  • 16 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

I have experience working with children through my roles as a swim instructor, summer camp counselor, and after-school childcare provider. I have experience teaching swim lessons independently, supervising children, leading activities, and maintaining a safe and positive environment. I am also lifeguard trained and have CPR/AED training through my health class. Through my work experience, lacrosse, and involvement in youth group activities, I have developed strong communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

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Flora Ortiz

Flora Ortiz
Berwyn, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2026

Creative and energetic sitter!

Looking for a sitter who is as energetic as your kid(s)? You have found the gal! Hello, I'm Flora, a college (psychology) student who has worked with kids for the past 4 years and has taken child development, babysitting training, and first aid training classes. I have worked with kids ranging from 2 to 14yrs. I have also worked with teens with special needs and/or mental disabilities, but I am not certified in that field. I have a passion for working and babysitting for the younger generation, my goal is always making a kid laugh, smile, and have the most fun throughout the day. I hope my bio interests you in employing me as your next sitter!

Babysitter $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Berwyn for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- ✓ - - ✓ ✓ ✓

Day

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Arvo

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

✓ ✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

Education: Currently a college student, I have graduated from highschool and k-12 Experience: I have worked with middle schoolers at an after school program ran by youth crossroads, I have worked/helped at a local Christian Church for assistance in kids Sunday school, and I have babysat 2-3 kids for 4 years (4+ kids would need assistance).

Training: I have taken a babysitting course/class and was certified, I have some CPR and first aid training, currently in the works of being certified as I am currently taking first aid classes at my college, I have also taken a child development class in highschool

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

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Iyannah Reynolds

Iyannah Reynolds
Berwyn, IL

Activity summary

Last seen: 1 day ago Member since: Oct 2026

caring and responsible babysitter with experience caring for children of all ages

hello families! 💕 my name is iyannah, and i'm a caring, patient, and responsible person who genuinely enjoys being around children. being the oldest of 5 has given me experience helping care for my younger siblings, and it's taught me patience, responsibility, and how important it is to make children feel safe, loved, and comfortable. i'm willing to help with playtime, activities, meals, and daily routines while following your family's rules and instructions. i understand that trusting someone with your children is a big deal, and i would never take that responsibility lightly. i want parents to feel comfortable knowing their little ones are being cared for, and i want children to have fun while staying safe. i'm available on weekdays and weekends and excited to gain more experience working with families. i would love the opportunity to meet your family and show you the care, patience, and dedication i can bring!

Babysitter $17/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare
    • Full-time daycare
    • Part-time daycare
    • Drop-in / occasional daycare
    • School holiday daycare
    • Extended hours
    • Meals provided

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry / washing

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Basic house security checks

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel within Berwyn for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Day

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Arvo

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 8 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am the oldest of five children and have experience caring for children of different ages. I am responsible, patient, caring, and attentive to children's needs. I enjoy spending time with children, keeping them safe, helping with daily routines, and making sure they feel comfortable and cared for. I am willing to learn, follow parents' instructions, and provide a safe and positive environment for every child I care for.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers

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Madeleine Hlinak

Madeleine Hlinak
River Forest, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2026

Experienced babysitter with safety certifications who love to take care of your kids!!!

Hello! My name is Madi, and I am a responsible babysitter with 4 years of experience. I am a high school junior looking to study biology in college. I studied abroad in Toulouse, France this summer to practice my French and learn about French culture. In my free time, I like to run, read, and play violin.

I am CPR and first aid certified, a youth track coach, and have my own car. When I babysit, I enjoy playing games, going to the park, and doing art projects. I am also able to help with homework, especially in math, science, and French.

Babysitter $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring
    • Science tutoring

Pet sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Cleaning litter boxes

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of River Forest for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - ✓

Day

- - - - - - ✓

Arvo

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Eve.

- - - - ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

- - - - ✓ ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and French

I have been working with kids and animals for years. I have taken a baby-sitting class, am first-aid and CPR trained, and have experience as a running coach for Elementary and Middle School aged kids. I am currently in my Junior year of High School, and I have been in the honor roll for all quarters.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

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Ainsley Denise Tilghman

Ainsley Denise Tilghman
Deerfield, IL

Activity summary

Member since: May 2026

Hi! It's Ainsley!

Hi! My name is Ainsley, and I am a responsible and caring high school student at Deerfield High School. I have strong experience working with children and love creating a fun, safe, and positive environment for them. I am dependable, organized, and great at managing my time, so you can trust that your kids will be well taken care of. Whether it’s helping with homework, playing games, or sticking to routines, I am dedicated to making both kids and parents feel comfortable!

Babysitter $19/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Diabetes
    • Asthma
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
    • Down syndrome
    • Intellectual disabilities
    • Dyslexia
    • Epilepsy / tics
    • Physical disabilities

Household duties I can do:

  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Transporting pets
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $12 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Deerfield for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Day

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Arvo

- - - - ✓ ✓ ✓

Eve.

- - - - ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

- - - - ✓ ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • Anaphylaxis training
    • Water safety training
  • 4 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet first aid training
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am a responsible and hardworking rising junior at Deerfield High School with strong experience working with children. I have been involved in leadership roles through student council, which have helped me develop communication, patience, and problem-solving skills. I am organized, dependable, and good at managing my time, even with a busy schedule. I have experience working with younger children through activities, group settings, and helping lead and organize events. I am comfortable supervising kids, keeping them engaged, and making sure they are safe. I am also able to help with elementary school and middle school math and English homework, prepare meals & snacks, and maintain a positive and structured environment. I also have a fully reliable car and a drivers license and a clean record. I am also usually able to do last minute work on the weekends if you need it!

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Swimming
  • Animals
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Sofia Puleo

Sofia Puleo
Niles, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2026

From swim lessons to bedtime stories, I’ve got it covered.

Hi! I’m Sofia, a university student with more than seven years of experience caring for children. Whether we’re doing crafts, swimming, playing outside, working on homework, or getting ready for bed, I want to make every child feel safe, supported, and excited about their day. I hope to build positive relationships with both children and parents, and I bring patience, energy, and responsibility to every family I work with.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 5 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • High school tutoring
    • Test / exam prep
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring
    • Cooking lessons

Pet sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Fish

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies

Dog walking $18 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Niles for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -

Day

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -

Arvo

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 7 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Asthma training
    • Water safety training
    • Swim coach
  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Driver's license
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am a university student with more than seven years of childcare experience. I have completed camp counselor training programs focused on child supervision, group leadership, and safety, and I am certified in First Aid and CPR. I have worked extensively with children ages 3–12 through summer camps and educational programs. I have also worked as a swim instructor for the past two years, teaching groups of children ages 1-13 years old.

My in-home childcare experience includes caring for up to five children at a time, ranging from toddlers to preteens. I am comfortable preparing meals, supporting homework, planning activities, and managing bedtime routines, among other necessities.

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

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Ava Hortega

Ava Hortega
Highland Park, IL

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Member since: Mar 2026

Hello i'm Ava!

Hi! My name is Ava and I am a senior at Niles West High school and will be going to college at Triton College next fall to play softball and study Criminal Justice. I enjoy spending time outside, reading, and doing arts and crafts. I'm very outgoing and love spending time with kids. I have been babysitting for a few years for family members, my siblings, and kids around my neighborhood.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Transporting pets
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $18 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

  • Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Car washing / cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Highland Park for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Day

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Arvo

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 6 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am a senior in high school and Niles West High school and will be going to Triton College next year to play softball and study Criminal Justice. I have been babysitting for a couple years for family members, my siblings, and kids around my neighborhood. I help out at my high schools summer softball camp working with young girls grades ranging from 4th to 8th grade.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Writing

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Jayda Scott-Sims

Jayda Scott-Sims
Chicago, IL

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2026

Introduction 🌸

Hi!

My name is Jayda. I am 17 years old, an early high school graduate, college student majoring in nursing to become a Pediatrician and very interested in supporting your family!

I pride myself on being highly responsible, reliable, a strong communicator, and passionate about providing a loving environment where children can thrive.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $22/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Diabetes
    • Asthma
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
    • Down syndrome
    • Intellectual disabilities
    • Physical disabilities
    • Deaf / hard of hearing
    • Visual impairments

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Transporting pets
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs

Dog walking $20 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Other services I can provide

  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Chicago for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

✓ - ✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓

Day

✓ - ✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓

Arvo

- - - - ✓ ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I have child car seats
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have five years of experience babysitting children of all ages (from newborns to 13-year-olds). I also have over a year of experience volunteering at La Rabida Children's Hospital with long-term pediatric patients, working with children who have cognitive and physical disabilities, and as a camp counselor.

In addition, I have my driver's license, a reliable vehicle (Toyota RAV4) and a clean driving record. I am also BLS (CPR & AED) and First Aid certified.

To volunteer at La Rabida Children’s Hospital, I took a DCFS background check which I passed successfully.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Swimming
  • Animals
  • Cooking

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Emma Geenen

Emma Geenen
Chicago, IL

Activity summary

Member since: May 2026

Ready to help!

I love working with kids, and my main goals while sitting are to ensure the children’s safety while providing them with stimulating and fun activities. I am open to helping around the house, and don’t mind hard work/ cleaning!

Babysitter $16/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Test / exam prep
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring
    • Science tutoring
    • Cooking lessons
    • Art lessons
    • Music lessons
      • Piano lessons

Pet sitting $16 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $16 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

  • Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Car washing

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel within Chicago for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- ✓ ✓ ✓ - - -

Day

- ✓ ✓ - - - -

Arvo

- ✓ ✓ - - - -

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ - - - -

Nite

✓ ✓ ✓ - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • Water safety training
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (currently studying)
  • 12 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have been babysitting for two years, and I have additional experience with younger cousins. I have a cat and a dog, and I am currently in High School. I am a math tutor.

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

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Babysitting Pay Rates Evanston, IL, United States (Updated 7 Oct 2026)

Evanston babysitters are paid an average of $20.88 per hour as of October 2026, which is 6% higher than the Illinois average of $19.69, and 11.3% higher than the United States average of $18.76. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Evanston.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Evanston:
$18.98 $20.88 $22.78
Illinois:
$17.90 $19.69 $21.48
United States:
$17.05 $18.76 $20.46

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