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Hi! I'm 22 years old and looking to babysit a lovely family. My younger sister was born when I was 12, so I have 10 years of experience- I've been watching her since she was a newborn. I've been teaching ceramics in Oak Park to kids of all ages for over 2 years. I have also had other babysitting gigs throughout my life. I would...
Tess can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Tiffany. I am currently a student at College of DuPage to become an sign language interpreter. I have 5+ years of experience babysitting children and have a passion for helping children with disabilities. Also, I have assisted with physical and occupational therapy. I have worked with children ages 2-15 years...
Tiffany A can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello! I was a Teacher's Assistant at a daycare for 3 years, while also being a Nanny on call for 4. I have a strong background with creative / play learning with children ages 2-7. I have the ability to create a fun and loving environment, while also making a child feel safe and supported.
Meaghan can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
I am a speech-language pathologist working at a preschool during the day, looking for afternoon/evening or weekend positions. I have hundreds of hours of experience working with children within a school and clinical setting, and I have a passion for giving children the tools they need to express themselves with independence.
I...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Aurelija M.
Darien, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With University Degree For Part Time
Parents are very careful when it comes to choosing a great babysitter, and twice as careful if they need someone who will be taking care of their child or children alone. So it will be my responsibility to make them feel good, by being your right hand. Sometimes you might ask to help around the house or do light housekeeping,...
Aurelija can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
I have 10+ years of experience being the fun, silly sitter. I can help with homework and light housekeeping as needed - I will leave your home better than I found it! I have plenty of ideas for games/crafts to keep your kids entertained, and will always show and encourage kindness wherever I go. I believe in respecting our...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren has watched my 2 year old since she was a baby and now helps out with my 5 mo old. She is so great with kids and my kids absolutely adore her! She is very active and loves to do educational activities, play at the park, sing, dance and more. Any time we go...
Casey C.
Joanna R.
Lombard, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Caring, Nurturing, Dedicated, And Experienced Nanny
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Joanna. I enjoy spending time with children -playing, taking trips to parks, library and other educational outings. I like to explore the world through their eyes. I have a Master's degree in the Education field from Poland, where I was born. I have been a nanny for over 14 years; I mostly have taken care of...
Joanna can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joanna has looked after our 7.5 month old daughter for 4 months. She is a great care giver and a really great person. We hired Joanna when our daughter was 3 months old. We needed a loving, caring, responsible, reliable person and she has delivered on all...
Jeanne Y.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I help by taking care and loving children while their parents are away . I help to make children not realize that their parents are away. I keep them company by assisting them with fun activities , Educational activities , Arts and crafts, and I also assist them by learning and experiencing new things with them .
I also make...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Cynthia is very reliable and goes the extra mile which is a bit rare these days. We worked together on a project, she has a good work ethic and I found her very resourceful! Because of these qualities we remain friends to this day."
Miriam U.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have experience in babysitting for 2 families both with 2 kids (one 10-year-old boy and 7-year-old girl and the other 9-year-old boy and 8-year-old girl). I've been babysitting since 2019. Although I've only babysat 2 kids I'm comfortable babysitting up to 4 kids. I am also the oldest sibling so I've babysat my younger...
Mia can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mia was a very responsible babysitter for us who was always timely and fun for the kids to spend time with."
Care member
Marlene A.
Romeoville, IL
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
High School Babysitter Available On Weekends And Weeknights
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Marlene and I am 22 years old and currently a senior in college. I am CPR certified and have taken courses on first aid. I am currently studying nursing and will be available during my breaks from school. I have my license and my own car. I have experience caring for ages under 1-12years and up and can care for sick...
Marlene can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marlene is a smart young lady, matured, respectful, punctual, trustworthy and dependable.I hired her as a back up babysitter for my two boys and they love her. She follows whatever instructions Required in taking care of the kids and communicates effectively.She...
Elslin N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My names Mareena and I have been a babysitter/nanny for 10 years now. I have worked with numerous families with children from the ages of newborn to 13. Providing care for your little ones is what I do best. I am reliable, trustworthy, responsible, and energetic. Your child's safety is my top priority. Besides providing your...
Mareena can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"she is amazing with children. She has babysat our daughter since she was 2 weeks old
. She was always on time. She is very trustworthy that she house sat for us when we went on vacation. we still use her from time to time but it was due to our schedule why we...
Dan A.
Kaylee K.
Naperville, IL
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kaylee and I am a graduate from Illinois State University with a bachelors degree in elementary education with a reading endorsement. I started my teaching career I'm 2019. After graduating, I taught 5th grade. In 2020, I was a permanent building substitute in Naperville school district 203 and took on a...
Kaylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Kadrisha G.
Willowbrook, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Kadrisha and I'm 48 years old. I am a mother of 6 children, ages 15 to 25, and I'm a grandmother to the sweetest 4-year-old grandson. I have 17 years of paid childcare experience. Some of my best qualities are that I am super friendly, trustworthy, patient, and most importantly, I adore kids! I enjoy spending...
Kadrisha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very caring, and loving by nature. She is more than a babysitter, she a family. She was always on time, very respectful, always followed our rules with the kids. The kids adored her. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will be finishing my masters program in May and graduating with my Education Specialist degree in School Psychology. I start my position at a K-5 elementary school in the fall and I am looking for a full-time nannying job for this summer (2023). I have been providing child care both as needed and in full time positions since I...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is a GREAT pet/house-sitter!!! We trust her with our 4 dogs and our home. We know they are in very capable & loving hands when we leave them with Rachel. She's extremely reliable and responsible and the dogs really love her too!"
Karen F.
Laura P.
Palos Hills, IL
$18/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Laura. I have my degree and 20+ years in Early Childhood Education. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have been a teacher, nanny and Preschool Center Director. I started child care in my Palos Hills home in 2016. I know how impactful, personal, social and fun home care can be! Please reach out to me if you would...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We have been using Laura for a little over a year and couldn't be happier. She is flexible, reliable, communicative and we truly feel our son is safe in her home. She has an endless amount of toys and books but she also does craft projects with the kids and teaches...
Colleen M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started out from a very young age working with children. When I was in 5th grade I volunteered to spend my recess time in the preschool helping the teachers with the little ones. In 7th grade I tutored 1st graders, Then in 8th grade I started student teaching in the special needs room for my volunteer hours. Once in high...
Dahlia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Dahlia was great. We booked her VERY last min, she was very upbeat and our Daughter had a great time with her. We would re hire again. We just have to find the time to go out. Thank you Dahlia!"
Mallary K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Demetra and I am able to fulfill any part-time childcare needs during both weekdays and weekends. I have three years of experience in childcare with toddler and elementary-age children. I am able to change diapers, perform light housekeeping tasks, assist with homework, and drive if necessary. I speak French and...
Demetra can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've loved working around children for as long as I can remember. I've had over six years of experience in a child care center, have nannied for over three years, and have been babysitting for over a decade. I've helped pick kids up from school and take them home, as well as done overnights while parents are out of town. I love...
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Colleen has been our nanny for 3 months now for our 2.5 year old daughter and 7 month old son, and it's been wonderful! We wish we could keep her forever, but she is relocating. She teaches our 2.5 year old letters and numbers by using arts and crafts and games...
Christina B.
Nancy B.
Bolingbrook, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.7
(5)
My name is Nancy and I am 51 years old. I am a retired teacher from the Naperville School District. During that time, I was a Learning Behavioral Specialist. I taught children in team taught classrooms, small groups and individually. I also had the opportunity to be part of the after school tutoring club and was a lunch room...
Nancy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nancy was great! My son and I were in Bolingbrook for my work over the weekend, staying at a hotel. Nancy arrived with games and activities, took him swimming and made a personal connection with both me and my son. She is a gem!"
Sarah P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Sophia & I am a current graduate student majoring in school social work at Aurora University. I have a passion for working with kids of all ages, although my studies focus on late elementary through high school ages.
I have babysitting experience with children ranging in age from 6 months old to 12 years...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophia was great with my little girl."
Deborah A.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Darien, IL
Lauren M.
5.0
Lauren has watched my 2 year old since she was a baby and now helps out with my 5 mo old. She is so great with kids and my kids absolutely adore her! She is very active and loves to do educational activities, play at the park, sing, dance and more. Any time we go out of town she also helps out with...
- Casey C.
Joanna R.
5.0
Joanna has looked after our 7.5 month old daughter for 4 months. She is a great care giver and a really great person. We hired Joanna when our daughter was 3 months old. We needed a loving, caring, responsible, reliable person and she has delivered on all counts. It is a really scary thing to...
- Jeanne Y.
Cynthia B.
5.0
Cynthia is reliable and trustworthy! She is someone that you can depend on! I know her for having a heart for others - of all ages!
- Christine H.
Mia W.
5.0
Mia was a very responsible babysitter for us who was always timely and fun for the kids to spend time with.
- Care member
Marlene A.
5.0
Great experience, Marlene is so reliable and great with kids! Have used more than once!
- Nashunda B.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Darien, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Darien, IL?
You can review 5 after school babysitter profiles near you in Darien, 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.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Darien, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Darien, IL is $20.60. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Darien, IL?
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 Darien, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Darien, IL to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
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 Darien, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Darien, IL?
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