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Autumn B.

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Autumn. I am a passionate, nurturing, caring, and creative individual with experience with children ages 3 months to 11 years, including twins. I feel most comfortable supervising 3 children at a time (depending on their age and needs). For context, I've been babysitting for 7 years. I am punctual, good at...

Care Member says "Wonderful experience Autumn was great with kids ! "

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Rebecca M.

Your Personal Mary Poppins

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Rebecca but, most call me Becky. I've been caring and working with children majority of my life and enjoy doing so! I've been a babysitter, nanny, camp counselor director, preschool teacher, taught Mom & Tot classes and most recent directed before and after care programs for the Mt. Prospect Park District. I'm...
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Mariia Z.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I've been caring for children for over a decade, and I've loved every minute of it. I have a deep passion for fostering children's growth and development, and I take great pride in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for kids of all ages. I'm a calm, patient, and creative individual, and I believe in open...
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Danielle K.

Fun, Caring Experienced Occasional/Date-Night Sitter!

Crystal Lake, IL

3.5(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Danielle, I am 25 years old and I have a passion for working with children! Currently, I'm a nanny to two girls in North Barrington, who are 7 and 9 yrs. I have been with this family for almost 8 years. I'm looking for a new full-time position due to the children being back in school and the girls don't need me as...

Emily V. says "Danielle was a big help when I needed a last minute babysitter. She was responsive to messages (and forgiving when I missed a scheduled call!). She was...

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Courtney W.

Fun & Educational Summer Nanny!

Crystal Lake, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I am a dedicated & experienced nanny with over 8 years of hands-on experience in childcare. I specialize in creating a nurturing, safe, and educational environment for children of all ages. My background includes working as a paraprofessional for 8th grade special education students, coaching young children in sports, and...
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Emily K.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
From a young age, I've found immense joy in caring for children. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. For the past two years, I have provided attentive care, focusing on creating a fun and nurturing environment. I'm patient, calm, creative, and approachable. I provide...
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Jessica A.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a mom of four. (Ages 4, 6, 10, 14) I'm patient, reliable, and trustworthy. I enjoy being active with kids and being outside! I also enjoy doing seasonal / holiday crafts. I have been employed at a childcare facilities in the past and I have about 19 years experience with babysitting / working with children. I took child...
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Deborah B.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Hi, my name is Debbie, I am 55 years old and live in downtown Crystal Lake. I have over 20 years experience with babysitting. I have lots of energy, so enjoy being active both indoor and outdoor. Sports are lots of fun! Always nice to do arts & crafts, reading, homework and so much more. Always open for ideas with the family....
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Sofia C.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi families! I am a 20-year-old college student at McHenry County College going for my associates in sciences of biology before transferring to a 4 year. Besides my gen ed's, I have completed and been certified as a nursing assistant, phlebotomist, and electrocardiogram technician. My ultimate end goal is either as a...
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Rhonda O.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$16/hr
20 years experience
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a true passion. My journey began with positive babysitting experiences and grew into a desire to positively impact children's lives. With 20 years of experience, I offer patient, creative, and friendly care. I am very comfortable enforcing household rules. I communicate with...
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Casey V.

Part-Time Caregiver

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have a very large background when it comes to care giving for children, both boys and girls from 8 months-12 years. I normally babysit my old neighbors who have 6 kids (5 girls, 1 boy) 1-2 years apart from each other. I babysit many other families time to time. I nannied over my senior year summer for an 8-year-old boy. I...
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Kim M.

Nanny/babysitter

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a mom with adult children 5 grandchildren, 2010 to 2011. I was taking care of 2 children in Bartlett Illinois, Monday through Friday full-time. I was in charge of lunch and dinner light housekeeping and laundry. Just like being at home. I enjoy taking care of people loved one's whether they are children there pets I mostly...

Kristy E. says "I had Kim come over for an interview and trial run for a nanny position, and she was absolutely wonderful with my four-month old son. He was actually a...

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Taylor T.

Fun Sitter

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I used to babysit for a family of 5. In the family there were 2 sets of twins and a teenager. We enjoyed being out and making the most of the summer time weather. I also used to teach preschool in high school so I've had a lot of experience with crafts and early childhood!
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Beth L.

Babysitter/Nanny/Pet-Sitter

Crystal Lake, IL

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I graduated with my Bachelor's of Science in Human Biology from Carroll University in December of 2010. Since then I have been working as a Medical Assistant for a Cardiologist, as well as a CNA at a nursing home. I absolutely love caring for kids, and used to for two families while in college. The kids that I cared for were...
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Elizabeth B.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Elizabeth, and I'm a compassionate, patient, and reliable caregiver with a genuine love for working with children. I have several years of hands-on experience caring for kids of all ages, ranging from helping my mother run an in-home daycare to supervising children as a lunch and playground monitor. I've...
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Kristin S.

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Crystal Lake, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My many years of experience working with children aged newborn to older kids have taught me so much! I'm patient, creative, and friendly. I enjoy playing outdoor games, board games, and even some technology-based games. I give verbal updates at pickup, and send texts, so...
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Lori T.

Part Time Caregiver Available

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a positive and fun Nanny. Responsible and very perceptive. I have raised 4 children of my own! Now celebrating the birth of grandchild no 3! Have cared for children with special needs. I also provided care for 2 cancer victims. I raised a niece from newborn til age 6! Provided before and after school care for 6 years. I am...

R L. says "Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily taking our daughter to...

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Karly H.

Experienced Babysitter

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Karly! I'm 24 years old and I have my drivers license and my own car. My favorite job to tell everyone about was that I was a Disney Princess for kids birthday parties!! I have been working with kids for several years. I have worked as a teacher for dance/gymnastics in Buffalo Grove. I have taught in a Learning...

Jeff B. says "Karly was great. I would hire her again without hesitation. "

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Morgan M.

Meet Me! :)

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I would be so excited to be a part of the family! My passion in life is helping and caring for others, especially children! I have a Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology. I am CPR / First Aid Certified & renewed those certifications this year (Nov 2023). I have experience with children with special needs & I have been...

Susan O. says "Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never...

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Suzanne D.

Caring And Loving Person

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Good morning everyone, I'm a schooled vet assistant as well as I have been in animal rescue for over 20 years, this is my passion. I watch your 4 legged children in my home where they get the proper care they deserve. I will send pictures as well as videos and they will not be in any danger with kennel cough as well as fights ....

Trevor F. says "WONDERFUL! An absolute delight. She was wonderful with the kids and the dogs. Prompt even though it was last min. and even brought me coffee! I would...

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 4.3

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Crystal Lake, IL

After School Babysitters in Crystal Lake, IL are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Autumn B.

Wonderful experience Autumn was great with kids !

- Care member

Danielle K.

Danielle was a big help when I needed a last minute babysitter. She was responsive to messages (and forgiving when I missed a scheduled...

- Emily V.

Kim M.

I had Kim come over for an interview and trial run for a nanny position, and she was absolutely wonderful with my four-month old son. He was...

- Kristy E.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Crystal Lake, IL

You can review 16 after school babysitter profiles near you in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL is $17.00. 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 Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL.

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