Babysitter Available in Joliet, IL: Stephania S.

$17/hr

4 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Stephania Soto. I’m 37 years old and originally from Colombia. My first language is Spanish, and I also speak English. I have experience caring for children of different ages, including children with disabilities.

I’ve been living in the United States for four years, and I currently live in Joliet with my fiancé and our two dogs. I’m very responsible, patient, and deeply committed to providing loving and attentive care to every child and family I work with.

I truly enjoy creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment where children feel comfortable, happy, and respected. I’m reliable, organized, and always respectful of each family’s routines, values, and rules.

I would love the opportunity to support your family and become someone you can truly trust.

Connect with a babysitter like Stephania?

Connect Now View More babysitters

Looking For

Availability

Start: ASAP

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 5:00am - 4:00am

Part-time

Occasional work

Live-in

Age Groups

Infants

Toddlers

Preschoolers

Grade-schoolers

How often do you need a babysitter?

Full-Time Part-Time

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s License

CPR

First Aid

Other

Car

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Special needs

Work Experience

4 years of experience caring for:

Infants (0-11 months)

Toddlers (1-3 years)

Preschoolers (4-9 years)

Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)

More About Me

Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...

previously worked at a pediatric clinic in Chicago, where I helped care for the children of the teachers and staff.

I also worked with a family caring for two children — one 3 months old and another 3 years old with special needs — providing attentive, loving, and responsible care.

Currently, I occasionally care for children from families in my neighborhood, starting from 4 months old and up.

These experiences have helped me become patient, adaptable, and deeply committed to supporting each child’s individual needs and each family’s routines.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

I love planning fun, creative, and age-appropriate activities that help children learn, play, and feel happy. Some of the activities I enjoy doing with kids include:

• Arts and crafts (drawing, coloring, painting, simple DIY projects)
• Reading stories and helping with early learning
• Educational games and puzzles
• Singing songs and simple music activities
• Outdoor play, walks, and trips to the park
• Creative play (pretend play, role-playing, building with blocks)
• Baking or cooking simple recipes together
• Sensory play for babies and toddlers
• Gentle exercise, stretching, or dance time

I always adapt activities to each child’s age, interests, and abilities, making sure they feel included, safe, and supported.

The most important part about being a nanny...

What matters most to me as a nanny is creating a positive, safe, and nurturing environment where children can grow, learn, and feel confident. I care deeply about building trust with both children and parents and being someone families can truly rely on.

My experience with special needs children...

I have experience caring for children with autism, and I approach each child with patience, understanding, and compassion. I adapt activities and routines to support their individual needs and help them feel safe, comfortable, and respected.

The most important part about being a nanny...

One of my favorite funny moments with kids was when a little boy I was caring for insisted on “reading” me a bedtime story. He didn’t know how to read yet, but he made up the entire story with so much imagination and confidence that we were both laughing. It reminded me how creative and pure kids are, and it’s one of the moments that made me love this job even more.