Ruth I.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 5 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Des Plaines, IL 60016
Meet Ruth
- Speaks English, Other, and Spanish
I’m a responsible and caring caregiver with CPR/First Aid certification, a reliable car, and a strong educational background— I recently graduated from UIC. I value creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment where children can feel comfortable and confident. I’m patient, and attentive, and I take safety very seriously while also making sure kids feel seen and cared for. I’m happy to help with routines, school support, and keeping children engaged in a positive way. I can also provide references if requested
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Completed 02/16/2026. Contact the caregiver directly to see the report.
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Basic Criminal
Never run.
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
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CPR certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
Availability
Babysitter
- Generally available evenings and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- After school care availability
Nanny
- Willing to consider working as a live in care provider
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months) employment
- Available to start on 1/15/2026
- My availability is valid through 2/1/26
- Willing to consider working as a live in care provider
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months) employment
- Available to start on 1/15/2026
- My availability is valid through 2/1/26
Srikanth P.
1/26/2026
We had a great experience with Ruth. She was punctual, professional, and immediately made our son feel comfortable. It’s clear she takes her responsibilities seriously, and we felt completely at ease leaving him in her care.
Hui Hui C.
1/21/2026
Ruth is a reliable person. She is punctual. She communicates well. I have two young boys who are active and she manages to balance fun and discipline when she is around them. She helps with easy meal prep, kids laundry, bedroom organization, and even supervises the kids taking online classes.
Bani M.
10/21/2025
My daughter adores Ruth, which is the best review in my opinion. Ruth is kind, punctual, and reliable.
Experience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$25-$30/hr for the first child, $2 for each additional child
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
Education
Teaching of Spanish
Graduated University of Illinois at Chicago 2025
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- Travel with Family
- Willing to run errands as needed
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework expand
- Finishing homework
- Checking answers
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- English