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Barbara S.

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Evanston, IL 60201

from $25 per hour

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About Barbara

Experience: 10 yrs

This is a new adventure for me! Please read below to see if I am a good fit for your family! - Nana to 2 boys ages 3 and 6 - CPR and First Aid certified -I specialize in neurodivergent therapy for children on the spectrum -Non smoker. -BA in Psychology. Graduate work in Behavior Analysis. - 4, 000 hours completed in therapy for children with ASD. - Warm and affectionate demeanor with children. - Animal lover and Cavalier rescue volunteer. - I have my own transportation. - I am happy to have a meet and great with your family to see if I am a good fit. I understand that you must feel comfortable with your children's care taker !

Most recent review

5.0
based on 2 reviews

Barb assisted us with caring for our son and daughter, and also with our pets. I found Barb to be reliable, capable, empathetic and responsible. She listened and appreciated our preferences on child rearing, care, meals, etc. I would hire her again.

AC
Ann C.

3/27/2026

Services

Age groups

1-3 yrs
4-5 yrs
6-11 yrs
12+ yrs

Rates

Recurring jobs

$25/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$27/hr

2 children

$30/hr

3 children

$33/hr

Can help with

Carpooling

Child care

Companion care

Craft assistance

Help with pets

Meal prep

Organizing/laundry

Swimming supervision

Transportation

Travel

Qualifications

Education

Nlu smu florida Institute of Technology

Some graduate school

Languages

English

Professional skills

Early child development knowledge

Special needs care

Additional details

Has a reliable car

Non-smoker

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