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Sara H.
Chicago, IL 60657
from $22 per hour
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About Sara
Experience: 1 yr
My previous babysitting roles and experience working with children on the spectrum inspired me to support families by providing reliable childcare. I hold a master's degree and am comfortable caring for children ages 2 and up. I used to be CPR certified (it has expired, but the knowledge is still there!) and can supervise swimming activities as I have done lessons with kiddos in the past! I'm creative, friendly, and follow parents' leads when enforcing household rules and communicating updates through their preferred method. I enjoy playing board games, puzzles, and educational games with children. I'm a gamer & a big kid so I love playing whatever they may be into! I do not have a car so services would be home-based. It brings me joy to connect with children and help them learn and grow. Please let me know if you have any questions! Can't wait to talk more.
Most recent review
Sara was our family's babysitter for three years, and we truly cannot say enough good things about her. She cared for both of our daughters: our oldest, who is autistic and has significant support needs, and our youngest, starting from infancy. What set Sara apart was her ability to build real, trusting relationships with both girls despite their very different needs. She was endlessly patient, attentive, and genuinely engaged. She wasn't just "watching" the kids; she was connecting with them. Our oldest can be particular about who she feels comfortable with, and Sara earned that trust completely. When our youngest was born, Sara stepped up to full-time care for our oldest daughter so we could focus on the newborn. She also provided full-time care when we had to travel to Miami, handling the full daily routine on her own with confidence. In both cases, we felt completely at ease leaving our daughters in her care, and any parent of a child with special needs knows that level of trust is rare and hard-won. Sara is reliable, warm, adaptable, and genuinely kind. She handled everything from sensory meltdowns to toddler chaos with grace and good humor. We are so grateful for the three years she spent with our family, and any family would be lucky to have her. We recommend her without a single reservation.
Max D.
2/20/2026
Services
Age groups
Rates
Recurring jobs
$22/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$27/hr
Can help with
Carpooling
Craft assistance
Swimming supervision
Qualifications
Education
University of Phoenix
Graduate degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Special needs care
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Non-smoker
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