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Maria F.

Part Time Nanny/babysitter

Blue Island, IL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...

Victoria R. says "We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to...

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Tamara W.

Fun And Caring Sitter/Nanny

Blue Island, IL

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
For the past eight years I've taken on the role as a babysitter/ nanny for local neighbors, and friend. I enjoy being around kids and being that friendly person that they can rely on. I'm a strong believer in work hard play later. Once the important things are done then we can have fun. All of my kids knows and understand that...
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Raquel H.

Blue Island, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I'm a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with a genuine passion for nurturing children's growth and development. My 7 years of experience have taught me that every child is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet their individual needs. Whether it's engaging in creative play, exploring the outdoors, or providing...
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Karla R.

Hi! My Name Is Karla! I Love Doing Arts And Crafts, Going On Walks & Going On Adventures!

Blue Island, IL

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Karla. I've been babysitting since I was 18. I'm now 26 years old. I love to play with kids, go on walks, do arts & crafts and much more! I'm also a college student, I'm studying to become an early childhood teacher. And I speak two languages Spanish & English! I'd describe my personality as caring, fun &...
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Alexis E.

I'm 26 Years Old, I Enjoy Working With Children, And The Elderly. I Currently Work As A CNA.

Blue Island, IL

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$25/hr
9 years experience
I'm 26 years old, I have experience with working with children from the ages newborn-13 years old. I also have a CNA certification and having been working over 6 years. I love to run errands for people, take people to doc apts, grocery store runs, etc. I enjoy light duty cleaning, washing clothes, cooking for others. I'm the...
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Elena L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
I have been a nanny for over 35 years. Now I'm going to the weddings of my first kids! My current family is starting all day school and I am looking for a new family to help. I love being part of a community, taking the kids to activities, play dates, and staying active. With my current family, I manage all of the children's...

Jamie F. says "I would absolutely recommend Elena. She is very reliable and motivated and approaches everything with care and patience. She cared for and helped raise our...

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Alexa R.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as quiet yet outgoing. I like working with kids because I grew up in a big family and ever since I was a little girl I was always with my aunts and uncles that had babies and toddlers. I was the designated "babysitter" at every party and as I grew older the kids never stopped following me, but it was...

Kyle G. says "We hired Alexa full time for almost a full year. She took great care of our daughter and was always on time. Would highly recommend her."

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Jayla L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Travel
Hi I'm Jayla. I'm 21-year-old part time child provider with several years of experience, such as babysitting the children of friends and family. I've also worked at a daycare as an assistant. I can provide homework help ( math is my specialty) and fulfill transportation needs to after school events or activities. I am also...

Essence J. says "Jayla was a blessing in disguise she made sure when we got home the house was tidy the kids were tucked away. Jayla was well over exceptional!"

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Amanda K.

Oak Lawn, IL

4.7(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am currently a nursing student, my goal is to specialize in pediatrics, children are my passion it's who I want to be around for the rest of my life, I have many years of babysitting experience ranging from newborns to school age children. I am a very energetic and outgoing babysitter, I plan activities and always make sure...

Patricia L. says "Amanda worked with our family for a couple of weeks. She was great with our boys. Scheduling was an issue so we parted ways."

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Stephanie P.

Fun Caregiver And Smile Officer! :)

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! I am currently a third grade teacher with Chicago Public Schools. I have been teaching third grade for five years now. I also worked for two years on campus as a lead teacher at the YWCA of McLean County's child care program. There, I had worked with and cared for infants, toddlers, and school age children. I am social,...

Care Member says "Stephanie is very reliable and has an amazing connection with kids! My kids loved her and always looked forward to her fun activity’s! "

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Elizabeth P.

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I am Elizabeth I have experience with a range of ages. I used to work at the YMCA daycare, where I watched kids from 4yrs old to 11. Besides that I have also volunteered as the assistant coach for Girls on the Run; a program that promotes girl empowerment. There I cared after elementary girls from the ages of 5-12. As...

Tarak P. says "Elizabeth has been a pleasure to work with. She is dependable and friendly. My daughter really enjoys working with her. I have had no issues. I Recommend...

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Gloria P.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have experience caring for my nieces and nephew, whose ages range from newborn to 12 years old. I also have experience caring for family with dementia. I am working towards becoming a music therapist and I have experience caring for individuals with many different disabilities. I look forward to meeting you!

Chris C. says "She spent time with our daughter, drew pics, went to the pool and watched movies. We tried to book her again for the following night but she was booked....

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Taylor S.

Burbank, IL

4.2(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, Im Taylor. I have been working with children since I was a child myself. In high school I took an advanced early childhood education course where I was able to lesson plan for the preschool we had in our high school. After graduating high school I went on to become a teacher's assistant in the toddler room at the local...

Care Member says "Taylor is so sweet and patient. I have a hard time leaving my kids with anyone and always leave with comfort knowing my kids are in good hands with...

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Samantha S.

I Am A Caring Teenager Who Loves To Provide Care To All Age Children

Lansing, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Background check COMPLETED & CLEARED by cants . CPR certified since 2018. Recently renewed 05/2025. For years, I have enjoyed babysitting children. I enjoy spending time with children and entertaining them, I love their energy and curiosity. I have great listening skills, and I show so much love and affection to the child(ren)...

Evon P. says "Samantha is a very nice and respectable young lady. She was gentle and caring with my two daughters. She kept my youngest daughter who usual cries all day...

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Amya B.

Fun-loving Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am 25 years old, and have 2 years of experience. Four families accepted me to be their baby sitter, and two of which were on a consistent bases. I am currently a part-time nanny for a family of 5. Along with me taking great care of your children, I can help with laundry, meal prep, errands, etc. I am a kid at heart so I have...

Jordan S. says "Amya watched my one and a half year old son. She was super sweet and very responsive. She was very knowledgeable and asked all of the right questions. She...

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Rose B.

Part-Time Professional Babysitter In Chicagoland

Oak Lawn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello all! I moved to Oak Lawn, IL in August 2021 to start school at Midwestern University for my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I have worked the past 5 years as a professional nanny, and the last 10 in childcare. I am experienced with all ages and multiples. I am looking for babysitting jobs on weeknights and weekends. I...

Dawn S. says "Wonderful girl and kids love her."

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Brittney L.

Great Babysitter Who Loves Kids

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Brittney! I'm a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with a strong background in childcare that includes both neurotypical and neurodivergent (specifically autism) children. I have two years of experience as a nanny, during which I provided reliable care. I hold a degree and I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am...

Cynthia C. says "Hired Brittney after struggling to find someone reliable and dependable for the summer for my 4yo daughter. My daughter loved her and looked forward to...

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Cassie J.

Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.

Alsip, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.

Anne M. says "Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly...

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Cameece B.

Part-Time Babysitter

Harvey, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Children are my passion! I have always been nurturing and quick to help anyone. I am working towards my goals of having my own facility which will include 24hr childcare, tutoring services for all ages, preschool, after school programs, and much more! I currently work with a second chance program for high school students who...

Arthur P. says "Cameece was a wonderful babysitter who worked for us while me and why wife worked. We felt confident in her watching our children and always knew they...

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Cristina V.

Full Time/Part Time Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I babysat for a very busy family for 3 years. I was responsible for three children (mostly 2 because the third is a teen and very after school activities oriented), since they were 3, 5 and 13. I mostly did after school babysitting, from picking them up from school to warming up dinner, helping with homework, and taking each one...

Melody D. says "We absolutely LOVE Cristina! We were in a pinch to quickly hire a nanny for our boy/girl 5 month old twins and Cristina was a godsend. She was always on...

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.40/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 5.0

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Blue Island, IL

After School Babysitters in Blue Island, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Maria F.

We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with...

- Victoria R.

Elena L.

I would absolutely recommend Elena. She is very reliable and motivated and approaches everything with care and patience. She cared for and...

- Jamie F.

Alexa R.

We hired Alexa full time for almost a full year. She took great care of our daughter and was always on time. Would highly recommend her.

- Kyle G.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Blue Island, IL

You can review 5 after school babysitter profiles near you in Blue Island, IL to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Blue Island, IL is $17.40. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Blue Island, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.

Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Blue Island, IL can really come in handy.

We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Blue Island, IL.

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