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Bethann B.

Nanny Looking For A Full Time Job, And/or Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights & Weekend

Skokie, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello, My name is Beth-Ann and I have been blessed to have 25 years of experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers as a school professional and Nanny. The most important thing to me over the years has been to develop a healthy, working relationship with both the children and parents. Providing the time I spend with...
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Raiza B.

Babysitter

Skokie, IL

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have experience with child care and I am mother. I love activities outside and inside the house, if it is possible not to use screens with children. I love to play and make them lough, it really makes me happy to be with children. I consider myself an organized person and I love order. I am looking for a family that is...

Care Member says "Raiza watched our 7 week old baby for a week as I transitioned back to work. She’s also babysat all 3 of our girls (all under 5yo). She’s incredibly...

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Angelia S.

High School Graduate As Of June 2017, To Attend Elmhurst College For Early Childhood Education.

Wood Dale, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Travel
I am looking to locally babysit/nanny for the occasional date nights. I am also available Full-Time for this summer vacation. I have excellent references. I graduated From Lake Park High school in Roselle, part of high Honor Society, with perfect attendance! I currently live is Wood Dale. I have Nannied for several families. I...

Anna F. says "Angelia is great with children. You can be at ease to leave your little one with her. My son loves being with her."

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Madeline M.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
Since I was young, I was always seen to be a babysitter for my family members as well as their friends. Over the years, I have babysat my younger brother since he was 6-7 years old. I have also watched after family friends children before too. For instance, I have babysat three children at once ranging from 5 to 13 years old. I...

Christopher C. says "Madeline was terrific with our kids and very nice to work with. We look forward to working with her again."

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Anna K.

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Along with my extensive background in housekeeping, I was also a child care giver. I took care of children of all ages as well as raised three wonderful children of my own. I will treat your children like my own! Just give me a call!

Farheen A. says "Anna was great for housekeeping services! Looking forward to working with her again."

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Abby R.

Part- Time Summer Babysitter

Park Ridge, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I'm Abby! I am currently a sophomore in college. I have babysat for multiple families over the past six years during the school year and summer. I have experience with children ages 2-14 years old. As well as babysitting for families, I have also worked for an after-school care program and as a summer camp counselor. I can...

Lauren J. says "Abby was a very easy going sitter! She was always on time and kept my kids safe. My two little ones can be a handful at times but it didn't seem to...

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Tenzin C.

Fun and Playful Babysitter

Wilmette, IL

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hello my name is Tenzin. I have 15 years of experiences and four references. I am looking for a full or part-time child care opportunity. I am truly passionate about caring for children and feel privileged to play a role in their lives as they grow and thrive. I have worked for four families, and also I look after my nieces,...

Care Member says "We had the pleasure of having Tenzin as our nanny for four wonderful years. She cared for our three young children from newborn to age five with...

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Dorothy O.

Night Shift Caregiver

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I am a caregiver for seniors, adults with disabilities, and children. I am available for night shift on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. I am not available for day shift . I have excellent references, especially from the company I currently work for that I've been with for five years . I've also worked for at least a dozen families...

Anna U. says "Shanae is experienced, dependable, and great with kids. She has watched our son for us since he was just a few months, and now she does a great job with him...

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Olga S.

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have more then 6 years experience of babysitter working with babies, toddlers and big kids . After a while, I has changed my career and started working at the office as a medical biller. Later one, I decided to go back to doing what I am love to do the most - working with the kids. I am responsible, dependable, kind, patient,...

Care Member says "I had an exceptional experience with our babysitter. She was incredibly attentive, patient, and caring with our child. Her warm demeanor put both us and...

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Nicole K.

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, I'm Nicole, and I'm thrilled to connect with you! Currently a Junior at UIC, I bring with me 7 years of valuable babysitting experience. My passion for being around kids is deeply rooted in my upbringing, where I had the privilege of caring for little ones I've known since their toddler days. My approach to babysitting is...

Care Member says "Nicole was very attentive and helpful with my 2yo son. I felt comfortable with her from the start and saw how easily she bonded with my son. Nicole is...

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Hager B.

Loving And Caring Sitter

Morton Grove, IL

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi!! My name is Hager. I'd like to start of by saying I love and adore kids! A little bit about me: I'm a responsible, trustworthy, patient & dependable babysitter. I have a lot of energy. On my spare time I like to go on long runs, read & play bard games Background: I have 7 years' experience in babysitting. I also have worked...

Nicole P. says "We hired Hager to watch our two little Saturday and Sunday mornings - she was great, very engaging, and the kids liked her a lot. We had her scheduled for...

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Marina S.

Creative Sitter

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, my name is Marina. Working with newborns and children has always come naturally to me. I've worked with many families both long and short term and have 15 years of experience. I am a calm, caring, attentive and creative. I am a lifelong artist and use those creative skills daily. I feel families have an easy time trusting me...

Danielle A. says "Marina has worked with us for just about a year and we absolutely adore her. Marina has a kind, gentle energy and it was clear from the beginning that...

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Vanessa S.

Imaginary Children

Skokie, IL

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Dependable & Professional Nanny with 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development, ABA therapist & Newborn Care Specialist certified. Hello Families, my name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I've been working with children for the past 12 years in position of Nanny,...

Care Member says "Vanessa is such a trustworthy nanny we ever had. she is kind, professional, flexible and super smart and creative. we hired her as a weekend caregiver...

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Victoria W.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
Hello! I have experience in childcare with Chicago Park District for 5 years and as a nanny/babysitter for 9 years. Helping with homework, after school activities, provide meals/meal prep along with household duties are a few of the things I do. I'm comfortable with pets and I have my own car. I am CPR certified as well, looking...

Toni D. says "Our family recently moved to Canton and we're looking for someone for Christmas occasional date nights. Victoria interviewed very well and my girls...

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Abraham G.

Part-time Babysitter And Role model

Morton Grove, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Yes, males can be baby sitters as well. I've worked with youth and teens almost every year since graduating high school. During my undergrad college years I was the babysitter for all 5 of one of my professors kids, age ranged from 2-16. I also house-sat when they were gone for the summers. I graduated with my masters in...
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Stela K.

Long Time Babysitter And Senior Caregiver

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Stella. I've been working as a babysitter for over 10 yrs now + 7 yrs as a senior caregiver: 4 yrs with a newborn and another 4 with an autistic teen and his brother and sister (also teens). Additionally I have worked with twins, can help with laundry, meal preparation. I am a responsible, dependable and caring...

Tamara C. says "Stela was absolutely amazing!!! There are not enough good things I could say about her. I have a 2 1/2-year-old daughter and an 8 month old son. She...

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Fatima R.

Compassionate Healthcare Student Who Loves Providing Great Care! Fun Sitter, With CPR Certification.

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
My name is Fatima. I'm a healthcare student working to get my certification as a nursing assistant. I currently have my CPR certification. I love working with people/children and providing great care. I can also help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have 6 years of experience working as a nanny. I'm...

Care Member says "Fatima is kind, caring, RELIABLE, multilingual- and my 2 kids caught on to conversational Persian which was important to me! My kids loved her, &...

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Rebecca S.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Rebecca! I am currently a 1st grade teacher at an elementary school! In previous years I have taught Kindergarten and 3rd grade. I have my degree in Elementary Education (Birth-grade 6). I have worked with children from birth-12. I have tons of experience with kids through teaching, and nannying as well as...

Stephanie D. says "Rebecca was great with our two boys (21 months and 5 years old). When we came back home, the younger one was happily snuggling with her while my older...

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Anja E.

Flexible Fun Sitter On Wheels!

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello there! I'm Anja (AN-YA) I'm a 24-year-old freelance professional with a passion for working with children. I started officially at 14 as a camp counselor and quickly took on more responsibilities, earning the Outstanding Service Award by my third year and becoming a facilitator for the City of Evanston, where I helped...

Care Member says "We were really impressed with the service Anja provided and the fact that she goes above and beyond. She was attentive, organized, and detail oriented....

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Grace K.

Full Time, Part Time, After School

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
My name is Grace K. I have many years of experience with children. I have two kids of my own; all grown up. I like to spend time with kids and would like to assist parents with their needs.

Korinne M. says "We hired Grace for a short term nanny position for my son. She watched him from 3 months to 6 months old until he was ready for daycare. She helped us...

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.61/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 Des Plaines, IL

After School Babysitters in Des Plaines, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Raiza B.

Raiza watched our 7 week old baby for a week as I transitioned back to work. She’s also babysat all 3 of our girls (all under 5yo). She’s...

- Care member

Angelia S.

Angelia is great with children. You can be at ease to leave your little one with her. My son loves being with her.

- Anna F.

Madeline M.

Madeline was terrific with our kids and very nice to work with. We look forward to working with her again.

- Christopher C.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Des Plaines, IL

You can review 18 after school babysitter profiles near you in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL is $19.61. 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 Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL.

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