Child care evanston: Our History — Learning Bridge

Letter from the Director — Learning Bridge

8/22/2022

To Families and Community members of Evanston,

I was recently asked to define equity and inclusion and describe the steps needed to ensure Learning Bridge is meeting today’s expectations. In today’s world where our headlines are dominated by stories of hate and violence against people of color and biases toward, the practice of equity and inclusion is constantly evolving and changing. These current events can give us context to inspire storytelling about equity, inclusion, and to now include the word “respect”. Rather than ignoring these experiences, we can and should consider ways to acknowledge and join the discussion with children, families, staff, and the community Learning Bridge serves.

Equity and inclusion should not be defined without the acknowledgement of diversity. Acknowledging the concept of diversity means understanding that everyone is unique and recognizes individual differences, included but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other principles. Research shows that diversity in schools and communities can be a powerful force leading to positive outcomes. Racial and socio-economic diversity can benefit children and families from all backgrounds, but not without understanding and practicing equity and inclusion.

Equity recognizes that everyone does not begin at the same place in society. In education, the term equity refers to the principle of fairness. While it is often used interchangeably with equality, equity encompasses a wide variety of models, programs, and strategies that may be considered fair, but not necessarily equal. In Learning Bridge’s case, equity means that every child, their families, and staff have the tools, resources, and a voice with a metaphorical microphone to be heard.

When we talk about inclusion in early childhood programs, we are talking about programs that are designed for children and families from a wide range of backgrounds. Designing an inclusive program translates to everything from physical space to how all staff and board of directors interact with children and families. Inclusion embodies the values, policies, and practices that support the right of every child and their family, regardless of ability, to participate in a comprehensive range of activities that would be provided by a high-quality early care and education program such as Learning Bridge.

It starts with leadership at Learning Bridge by building and maintaining trust, creating safe spaces needed to share our stories, and establishing policies that specifically speak to DEI practices. We continue to recruit and retain a diverse staff. We follow by delivering professional development and training programs that give teachers/staff the tools and resources they need to be successful. Finally, and most importantly, we provide the children and the families we serve the tools, resources, and the voice so that they know they are being heard.

All the above will not come easy or without challenges but it is my promise that as the new Executive Director I will lead the charge with consistency and communication so that Learning Bridge will continue to be recognized as the model program for diversity, equity, respect and inclusion.

Sincerely,

Laura Byes

Our Staff — Learning Bridge

LEADERSHIP

LAURA BYES – executive director

Hometown: Chicago, IL
Children have taught me the meaning of pure joy!

Joy Torres – center manager

Hometown: Evanston, IL
Young children have taught me to live in the moment.

Ann Rappelt – program and education DIRECTOR

Hometown: Chicago, IL
Young children have taught me that learning is a lifelong journey.

TEACHERS, by classroom

Brenda Reyna – yellow Room teacher

Hometown: Palatine, IL

Young children have taught me to be more patient, flexible, honest, creative and to be tolerant without bias.

Austriauna brooks – green room teachER

Hometown: Tacoma, WA

Young children have taught me to appreciate the word ‘why’, not only because it’s my favorite word, but also it allows children to be curious about the world around them.

MEGAN AMBERG – green room ASSISTANT teachER

Hometown: Evanston, IL

Young children have taught me how to feel young again. 

URoj Tariq – blue room teacher and nap supervisor

Hometown: Karachi, Pakistan Young children have taught me: Have patience, think bright ideas, use technology. Life is full of ups and downs.

Deana Scurry – BLUE Room Teacher

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Young children have taught me the importance of Early Education and how it positively impacts children’s learning.

RANDIE CHUBIN – blue Room teacher

Hometown: Skokie, IL

Young children have taught me that anything can happen and it usually does.

stacey Clarke – blue Room assistant Teacher,

Hometown: Evanston, IL

Young children have taught me how everyday is different…never a dull moment.

Tyronesha Harris – blue Room assistant teacher

Hometown: Maywood, IL

Young children have taught me to ask questions.

laura vandenbroucke – Purple Room teacher

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Young children have taught me how much can be learned each day through play, reading stories, art, music, and dancing. It is a pleasure to be guiding them through these experiences.

charmaine Hamilton – purple room teacher

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Young children have taught me to be patient and flexible.

Jazmine frazier – Purple Room teaching assistant

Hometown: Evanston, IL

Young children have taught me patience in learning because each child learns at different levels.

shirin halani – montessori directress – Orange room

Hometown: Karachi, Pakistan

Young children have taught me through observation to slow down. By doing this a lot of great qualities have emerged from me; a high level of patience, true listening skills, responsive to their academic and emotional needs.

Ana Copado deLeon – ORANGE Room Teacher

Hometown: Mexico City, Mexico

Young children have taught me to be amazed and enjoy each day with a smile.

Ms. Griselda pacheco- ORANGE Room Teacher

Hometown: , Mexico

Young children have taught me to enjoy, believe, to grow as a professional, to learn the magic of life and to be creative.

SUPPORT STAFF

Michelle Rose – permanent ALL SCHOOL SUBSTITUTE teacher

Hometown: Plymouth, WI

Young children have taught me every day I learning something new. They bring joy to my heart.

evanston, illinois Au Pair Service. Find great Au Pairs with a background check. Best Au Pair Service in evanston, illinois. No Placement Fees.

Olivia P.
Loving, funny, experienced nanny from USA

I am 21 years old, I will soon graduate from college from USA. I have been babysitting with the school for the last 5 years and I really enjoy it. I am interested in becoming an Au Pair because I want to spend some time abroad and because I sincerely…
More

Last logged in 4 days ago

Available Sep 22 – Apr 24 for 6-12 months.

View Au Pair 1696683

Looking for a full or part time job, live

View Au Pair 1696683

Zara S.
Fluent English speaker looking for Au Pair abroad

…

Last visited 9 days ago

Available Feb 22 – Aug 23 for 3-24 months.

View Au Pair 3153624

Seeking Full Time, Live-in

See Au Pair 3153624

Kalinn R.
Hello, I’m looking for a fun family to be part of!

Hello and welcome to my page. I am 26 years old and I am working on obtaining dual citizenship in Guatemala, where my family is from. I can speak Spanish and American Sign Language is a bit rusty, but it’s a fun hobby for me. I have a cat…
Details

Last logged in 15 days ago

Available Oct 22 – Sep 24 for 6-12mo.

See Au Pair 2968601

Seeking Full Time, Live-in

See Au Pair 2968601

Mi K.

Hello! I’m excited to experience a new culture.

Hello! I don’t feel comfortable posting my photos, however I can go further if we decide to work with each other. I’m not the best tutor, but I will try my best and work hard to make sure I can help as much as…
Read more

Last visited 20 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22 for 1-14 months.

View Au Pair 3207584

Seeking Part Time, Live-in

View Au Pair 3207584

Anna H.
Ukrainian Au Pair from Buffalo Grove looking for Au Pair job

???? ?? ?? ?????? ????????? ???? ??????, ?? ?????? ??????? ??? ?????. ??????? ????????? ? ?????????? ????? ????????, ????? ????????? ???? …. ???????
Read more

Last visited 21 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22 for 2-48 months.

View Au Pair 3270045

Seeking Full or Part Time, Live

View Au Pair 3270045

Ira A.
????????? ???? ?? ????? ?? ????? ? ??????

???? ?? ?? ?????? ????????? ???? ??????, ?? ?????? ??????? ??? ?????. ??????? ????????? ? ?????????? ????? ????????, ????? ????????? ???? …. ???????
More

Last visited 23 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Nov 22 for 16-48 months

View Au Pair 3269391

Seeking Full or Part Time Live

View Au Pair 3269391

Emma S.
18 year old Au Pair from Chicago looking for a job as an Au Pair

Hello, I’m Emma! I am looking for a babysitting job for this winter until I go to college in mid-January. I have taken care of many children (usually from infants to toddlers, but I am comfortable and would love to work with any…
Read more

Last visited 32 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Jan 23 for 1-3 months.

View Au Pair 3261508

Looking for a full or part time job, live

View Au Pair 3261508

Evie S.
Au Pair from Chicago looking for an Au Pair job

Hello and thanks for visiting my profile! I am a student on vacation and new to the Chicago area. I recently moved here from New Hampshire where I used to work in pharmacy retail. There I built relationships with clients and…
Read more

Last visited 39 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22 for 1-18 months.

See Au Pair 3263976

Seeking Full or Part Time, Live

See Au Pair 3263976

Violet M.
No experience yet, very interesting to start.

…

Last visited 40 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Feb 23 for 6-24mo.

View Au Pair 3250192

Looking for a full or part time job, from life

View Au Pair 3250192

Mariana S.
Nanny looking for a good family

Hello wonderful families! I can’t wait to work with you, I’m a fun and adventurous person. I am honest and hardworking. You won’t be disappointed….
Details

Last visited 47 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22 for 6-20 months.

View Au Pair 2819947

Seeking Part Time, Live-in

View Au Pair 2819947

Lillian H.
Experience in babysitting, babysitting, teaching!

Hello! My name is Lilian (my name is Lily) and I am now 21 years old. I currently live in New York, but I am originally from Chicago. I used to be a ballet dancer and still do it in my school ballet club…
More details

Last logged in 67 days ago

Available Jun 23 – Sep 23 for 6-24 months

View Au Pair 3257127

Seeking Full Time, Live-In or Live-Out

View Au Pair 3257127

Pierre Yu.
Looking for an au pair family

…

Last visited 68 days ago

Available Oct 22 – Nov 22 for 12-18 months.

View Au Pair 3256843

Seeking Full Time, Live-in

View Au Pair 3256843

Bogdana S.
???? ?????? ?? ?????????

??? 27,???? ?????? ??? ?? ???? ? ???????????? ????????? ???, ????? ?????????…
Read more

Last logged in 68 days ago

Available Sep 22 – Aug 24 for 3-23 months

View Au Pair 3256758

Seeking Full or Part Time Live

View Au Pair 3256058

Jessie W.
Experienced nanny wants a new cultural experience

My name is Jesse, I’m 33 years old and I work as a career counselor at the university on weekdays (8am to 5pm CST). I am looking for a wonderful family that I can become a part of and help. I would like to be able…
Read more

Last visited 80 days ago

Available Feb 21 – Dec 22 for 1-48mo.

See Au Pair 1240572

Seeking Part Time, Live-Out

See Au Pair 1240572

Janay G.
An experienced and hardworking nanny for your family!

Hello families! My name is Janai and I am currently a university student. Being an aupair has always been my dream and I have years of experience as a nanny. I would like to work for you and you…
Read more

Last logged in 102 days ago

Available Jul 23 – Sep 23 for 8-24 months

View Au Pair 3247624

Seeking Full Time, Live-in

View Au Pair 3247624

Dahlia W.
23 years old from USA, looking for Spanish immersion and family!

…

Last login 109 days ago

Available Jul 23 – Oct 23 for 1-3 months

View Au Pair 3245896

Seeking Full or Part Time Live

View Au Pair 3245896

Brinker M.

Creative flexible college graduate looking for a kind family

…

Last visited 113 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Oct 23 for 1-12 months.

View Au Pair 3244606

Seeking Full Time, Live-in

View Au Pair 3244606

Elizabeth G.
I like being with children. i am very responsible

Hello, my name is Elizabeth, I am 27 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 18. I really enjoy working with children and spending time with them teaching them new things. I am very responsible for their choice …
Read more

Last visited 129 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22 for 48-48 months.

View Au Pair 1056651

Looking for a full time job, from life

View Au Pair 1056651

Rj G.
Hardworking and intelligent young woman

Hello! I am a 24 year old woman currently in Long Island. I have a degree in child development and also study veterinary medicine. Most of my experience has been with babysitting. I had a babysitter here in the United States and also in Austria…
Read more

Last visited 143 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22 for 6-48 months.

See Au Pair 2333949

Seeking Full Time, Live-in

See Au Pair 2333949

Emma A.
Au Pair

…

Last login 148 days ago

Available Jan 23 – Mar 23 for 6-24 months

View Au Pair 3235108

Looking for Full or Part Time, Live-In or Live-Out

View Au Pair 3235108

Nanase K.
cheerful girl from Japan

Hello, I’m Nanase from Japan. I worked at a kindergarten in Canada as a volunteer for one month and also worked part time in Japan for a year and a half! My major at university was economics, but I love children and want them…
Details

Last visited 151 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22 for 6-12 months.

View Au Pair 3133990

Seeking Full Time, Live-in

View Au Pair 3133990

Isadora S.

Permanent Au Pair from Lake Barrington looking for Au Pair job

Hello! I am participating in the TAPIF program in the Nancy region and am looking for an additional job or an exchange job. I speak English and Spanish fluently and currently have an intermediate level of French. I have experience working with children and animals…
Details

Last visited 151 days ago

Available Sep 22 – Sep 23 for 1-7 months

See Au Pair 3234400

Seeking Part Time, Live-or Live-Out

See Au Pair 3234400

Molly Z.
American College Graduate Looking for AuPair Job Abroad

Hello! I’m Molly, a recent college graduate from the USA. I love children and want to work for a good family while experiencing a new culture. I am looking for a job as a live in nanny or aupair. I have a lot of babysitting experience…
Read more

Last visited 167 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22 for 1-12 months.

View Au Pair 3224991

Looking for a full or part time job, live

View Au Pair 3224991

Adria D.

Calm and pleasant help around the house

Looking for a live-in babysitting job in Chicago. I’m free from now until mid-August. I am 32 years old, I am from Poland, traveling in the USA, and I want to live with my family in the USA and earn money to cover my further…

Last visited 175 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22 for 1-3 months.

View Au Pair 3228170

Seeking Full Time, Live-in

View Au Pair 3228170

Diana S.
Traveler with a master’s degree, writer and single mother 🙂

Hello! I currently live in the USA, outside of Chicago, and I have a 4 year old boy who will soon be 5 years old. Some time ago I worked as a teacher in China for 2 years and lately I thought that I would really like to travel again, with my so…
Read more

Last visited 203 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22 for 1-8 months.

See Au Pair 3220351

Seeking Full Time, Live-in

See Au Pair 3220351

Maria S.

Friendly, responsible, trustworthy

…

Last visited 205 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22 for 2-6 months.

View Au Pair 2215949

Looking for a Full or Part Time, Live-In or Live-Out

See Au Pair 2215949

Rice F.
Au Pair in Chicago looking for Au Pair jobs

Amo pessoas, procuro uma família ou país solteiros para ajudar… Sou flexível e bem adaptada a qualquer situação….
Details

Last visited 207 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22 for 6-12 months.

View Au Pair 3219731

Looking for a Full or Part Time, Live-In or Live-Out

View Au Pair 3219731

Jade K.
I have been working with children since 8th grade.

Hello, my name is Jade! I graduated from the university with a bachelor’s degree in psychology in June 2021. I am currently pursuing my Masters in Psychology from the University due to finish in August 2022. I have a lot of experience working with children. ..
More details

Last visited 233 days ago

Available Aug 22 – Aug 23 for 1-12 months

View Au Pair 2651913

Seeking Full or Part Time, Live

View Au Pair 2651913

Evanston Illinois Babysitter Search Results. Hire Part Time or Full Time Babysitter near Evanston.

Advanced search for desired

Find trustees by country

Find caregivers by nationality

Find trustees by language

Find child care

Find a babysitter

Find a babysitter

Find an au pair

Find a tutor

Find a housekeeper

Find a head caregiver

Find a pet

Find a personal assistant

Advanced job search

Find a job by country

Find a job by nationality

Find a job by language

Find a childcare job

Find babysitting jobs

Find a babysitting job

Find an Au Pair Job

Find a job as a tutor

Find a job at home

Find a job caring for the elderly

Find babysitting jobs

Find a job as a personal assistant

Downloads

Founders Video

Customer video

Customer Reviews GreatAuPair

Security Center

How to find caregivers

Finding a Career Job

Interview Questionnaire

Au Pair program requirements

Au Pair programs

J-1 Au Pair visa fee

Au Pair and Nanny Salary

Au Pair visa programs

Au Pair agency

Guardian and nanny taxes

Child care tax deduction

Immigration Services

Advertisement on GreatAuPair

Work for GreatAuPair

Olivia P.

Fun, attentive, experienced babysitter

My name is Olivia and I am a responsible certified nanny who is good with children. I love babysitting and will have fun with the kids as well as making sure they do all their schoolwork and/or household chores. I’m ready to cook, light…
More info

Last logged in 4 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22

See Babysitter 1696683

Seeking Part Time, Live-Out

See Babysitter 1696683

Daniel K.
Experienced Nanny needed for short term, part time

…

Last logged in 31 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22

See Babysitter 3267113

Seeking Part Time, Live-Out

See Babysitter 3267113

Rita Grigorievna
madre de tres ninaas y dos gaticas

soy madre de tres niñas, dos de vida y una biologica, asi como de dos hermosas gatitas, soy organizada, honora, responsable y amorosa…
Read more

Last logged in 47 days ago

Available Oct 22 – Sept 24

View Babysitter 3262665

Looking for a Full or Part Time Live

View Babysitter 3262665

Mariana S.

Nanny looking for a good family

….

Last logged in 47 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22

View Nanny 2819947

Seeking Part Time, Live-Out

View Nanny 2819947

Jessie W.
Nanny in Chicagoland is looking for YOU!

My name is Jessie and I am a 28 year old American. I currently live in Illinois! I am looking for a wonderful family that I can become a part of and help. I would like to be able to meet interesting people/families and get to…
More info

Last logged in 80 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22

See a Nanny 1240572

Looking for a full or part time job, from life

See babysitter 1240572

Giovana S.
professional and experienced en cuidados de ninos

soy madre viuda con 3 hijos con objetivos en ellos en valores, titulo universitario, servicio social dispuesta a aportar mis conocimientos, tiempo, dedicacion y experiencia con ninos…
More info

Last login 106 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22

See Nanny 3246460

Looking for a full or part time job, from life

See babysitter 3246460

Raquel G.

An energetic and caring American college student

…

Last login 109 days ago

Available Sep 22 – Dec 22

See Babysitter 3245774

Seeking Part Time, Live-Out

See Babysitter 3245774

Jenny K.
Experience with infants and toddlers

…

Last logged in 115 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22

See Babysitter 3244303

Seeking Part Time, Live-Out

See Babysitter 3244303

Elizabeth G.
I like working with children, very responsible!!

Hello, my name is Elizabeth, I am 27 years old. I have been working with children since I was 18 years old, I have 9 years of childcare experience. I only take care of children ages 4 and up. I enjoy working with children and spending time with them…
Read more

Last visited 129days ago

Available Nov 22 to Dec 22

See Nanny 1056651

Looking for a full time job, out of life

See Nanny 1056651

Nicola J.

Young adult from Chicago looking for a part-time job

…

Last logged in 130 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22

See Babysitter 3240069

Seeking Full or Part Time, Live-In or Live-Out

See babysitter 3240069

Mary V V.
Test child, adults and special children

…

Last login 164 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22

See Babysitter 3230999

Seeking Full Time, Live-in

See Babysitter 3230999

Marien Teres D.
Nanny looking for a good family

Hello wonderful families! I am a cheerful, honest and hardworking person. You won’t be disappointed. …
Read more

Last logged in 170 days ago

Available Nov 22 – Dec 22

See Babysitter 3213268

Seeking Part Time, Live-Out

See Babysitter 3213268

Diana W.
Me gustan muchos los ninos y jóvenes

Me gustan mucho trabajar con niños y jóvenes, tengo experiencia en trabajo social en mi país por medio de voluntaria en fundaciones, me gustan los animales, soy muy responsable y paciente.