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Now hiring Full-Time and Part-Time Nannies and Professional Sitters
connecting families with the childcare they need
meet Jovie of Barrington
We provide reliable nanny and babysitter services to families in Barrington. We know how important it is to find the right caregiver for your family, that’s why our nannies and sitters come with childcare experience and are carefully screened and vetted. We’re here to fill in the childcare gaps so your family can thrive.
We offer full- and part-time nannies and on-demand babysitters so you can balance your family, personal, and professional life. Jovie of Barrington can also provide childcare services for conferences, events, parties, and business meetings. We’re locally owned and operated and part of your community — here to provide exceptional childcare and support to your family.
Our Childcare Services
Jovie will find the perfect childcare fit for your family – a full-time or part-time nanny that makes your routines better and your life a bit smoother. Whether you need childcare for the 8-to-5 hustle, after school, or just during the summer, Jovie will help you find a nanny that feels like part of the family.
Jovie’s reliable and vetted sitters will give you the time back you need to put date night and a bit of me-time back on the calendar. Our sitters are ready to help you say yes to family, work, and life -- to find balance and a way to thrive.
Jovie can provide childcare for businesses, organizations, and special events. We plan and manage childcare for conferences, parties, weddings, business meetings, and employee backup care. Whatever the event, you’ll know the kids are safe and having fun with Jovie caregivers.
We need you. Smart, capable, ready for anything.
Meet the Team
Linda Gump is a mom to three wonderful girls and owns the Barrington, Schaumburg, Oak Brook, Wheaton, and Naperville Jovie locations. Linda has a BA in Biology from Washington University and a Masters in Business Administration from University of Chicago. Linda and her husband Joe have lived in the Northwest Suburbs for the last 27 years. After being a hospital administrator for over 30 years, Linda wanted to find a business where she could utilize the same customer and employee service skills that she provided everyday, but do this in an area that would make a difference for the families in the communities where she lives and works. Linda started the business in June of 2016 and is focusing on finding the best people to provide the best care for you and your family.
Gabby Wade is a former nanny with over 10 years of experience working with children and families. After attending college in Michigan for Early Childhood Education, she moved to Illinois and began teaching in a Montessori school. She uses her knowledge of teaching along with her love of nannying and children to help others find their passion for childcare. She is hardworking, driven, and loves helping Role Models Build Stronger Families. Gabby enjoys spending time with her family, taking walks with her dog Arlo, and also enjoys relaxing with a good book.
Lexi has been part of the Jovie family for five and a half years. Starting off as a nanny in the Barrington area, Lexi worked with local families to provide safe, reliable childcare before transitioning to a management role in August 2022. Lexi is a graduate of Harper College and is continuing her education at Northern Illinois University. In her free time, she loves to try new restaurants, drink oat milk matcha lattes, watch movies, and spend time with her nieces. Lexi loves to travel and enjoys taking walks in nice weather!
Amanda is a former nanny with over seven years of experience working with children and their families, both in and out of the classroom setting. After enrolling in college courses to be an elementary school teacher, she began working in the staffing and marketing field with an emphasis in software. By using her experience as a nanny and her background in the staffing network, she brings to Jovie a determination to provide Role Models with the best tools and advice to Build Stronger Families. With a life-long love of children, Amanda approaches each day at Jovie with enthusiasm and excitement. When Amanda isn't working or leading her team to success, you can find her practicing her chef skills in the kitchen or spending time with her family and two kitties: Violet and Ruby.
Local Events & More
During the Spring and Summer, you're likely to see our Jovie team participating in outdoor family focused events. We bring crafts, games, and the fun to any event we attend. In 2023, you can find us at Barrington's KidFest as well as National Night Out, and we'll add more opportunities to play to our roster as we find them. Do you partner with an event that needs vendors? Let us know!
Jovie caregivers never go without thanks. When our team feels valued and supported, they provide better care to our network of families. Recently we had an opportunity to spend time with a few of our nannies, where we got a chance to thank them in person for all of their hard work.
