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60 after school babysitters are listed in Des Plaines, IL

The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years

After school babysitters in Des Plaines, IL

Hi! I'm Gabby, and I'm 26 years old. My experiences with children started back when I was 18. I started out working with kids by babysitting and I have since moved on to working in daycares. I've worked as a preschool teacher in a daycare for 3's, 4's, and 5's over the last 5 years (excluding the Covid year). I've also had...
Gabby can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Galyna B.


Des Plaines, IL

$20-50/hr17 yrs exp

My name is Galyna and I have 17 years childcare experience in all different age of groups. I am looking for a new family to join in a full-time position (starting time-May 1) I am CPR/First AID Kit certified. No smoker. Own safe car with clean driving record. I will take care of your children making sure that they get all the...
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Alex D.


Des Plaines, IL

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter, Arts And Crafts Master

I am looking for a second job as a nanny, babysitter, dog sitter etc. I am currently working as a front desk receptionist.
Alex can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
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Alesha S.


Des Plaines, IL

$21-40/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hiya! My name is Alesha. I've been working with kids since I was 14 but, I've been watching my siblings and family/friend's kid since I was 10. l am a mother and dog owner. I love working with children of all ages. I enjoy being active, e. g, going outside, making crafts, and playing games with the children I watch. In addition...
Alesha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alesha has been caring for our daughters for almost 3 years now. I cant say enough great things about her. Due to COVID, we are not able to give her enough hours so it breaks our hearts to see her go. She is always on time, dependable, knowledgeable and just has a...

Michelle R.

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Afrodyta G.


Des Plaines, IL

$19-25/hr7 yrs exp

Full-Time, Part-Time.

My name is Afrodyta and I am a looking nanny position. For almost two years I was baby sitter of three children ( one, three and 4 years old). Next 4 years worked with 2 families (newborn and older kids). I was responsible for: focus on the three children at all times, preparing the children's meals and snacks, washing the...
Afrodyta can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Elise C.


Des Plaines, IL

$17-21/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Elise! I have 8 years of professional experience working with children ages 1 to 14, but I have been babysitting since I was 17. I am an alumni from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with a Bachelors of science in psychology. I love and enjoy working with children. I currently work as a teacher assistant for...
Elise can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elise was amazing with both of our kiddos. We had her for two summers and would have loved to have her year round! She was incredibly attentive and engaged them in all activities they were interested in. Her focus was always on the kids and they would run to the...

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Giannina C.


Des Plaines, IL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Helpful Babysitter Willing To Help Around The House.

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I love to keep a house clean and to take care of kids. I live in the Des Plaines area.
Giannina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Liz L.


Des Plaines, IL

$5-10/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I began babysitting when I was 12 years old, and have had an absolute love for children ever since. I am available Monday -Friday.
Liz can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Hi! My name is Suja, I am currently working as a patient care technician. I have over 30 years caring for children and will treat your children like my own. Unfortunately I do not have a car but I am willing to have the kids come to my house or come to you if you would be willing to pick me up and drop me off. Thank you in...
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Abby R.


Park Ridge, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part- Time Summer Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

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...
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Abby is an amazing young lady. She is hardworking, kind and cares for other people. I would be a reference for her character any day. "

Robyn S.

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Anna P.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

When I came to the US more than 20 years ago, I worked for families as a live-in nanny. Later on, I had my own family and I raised three children which are now in high school. After they started attending school, I worked sometimes as a housekeeper and sometimes as a nanny.
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Anna is trustworthy, efficient and very pleasant to be around while she's working. We really lucked out in finding her and hope to keep her around for a long time :)"

Krista B.

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Ana C.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Part- Time, Evenings Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*Covid Vaccinated as of 2/10/21 I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I worked in...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Sandra M.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I currently hold a position as a nanny for 2 wonderful children. I am looking for a new position because the kids will both be in school full-time and the hours are just not enough for me to continue on with them. Prior to this position, I have worked as a babysitter, a mother's helper, a daycare provider out of my home, a...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Sandy has been with our family watching our 2 girls for almost 2 years. She has never let us down and has always been there for the girls. Sandy is also very flexible and adjusted to our schedule fluctuations which were very helpful. Unfortunately, we no longer...

David F.

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Rebecca S.


Wheeling, IL

$21-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Rebecca! I am currently a 1st grade teacher at an elementary school. Last year I taught Kindergarten and the previous year, 3rd grade. I have my degree in Elementary Education (Birth-6). I have worked with children from birth-12. I have tons of experience with kids through teaching, and nannying as well as...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"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 son was playing. I felt a great sense of relief seeing how comfortable they were with her."

Stephanie D.

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Nancy J.


Skokie, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Caring, And Loving Nanny/Babysitter Available

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

My experience babysitting began when I was just 12 years old. I put an ad in a local newspaper. I got one response and with my mother's supervision, I took care of a 3-year-old boy that summer. The relationship with him and his family turned into a 25-year friendship. I babysat throughout high school and then eight years ago, I...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Nancy is sent from heaven!! As a mom new to IL, finding a new sitter always made me a bit nervous. That changed shortly after meeting Nancy! She engaged and got to know the kids from the start. She gave us a full report each time we returned home. My kids are so...

Jc B.

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Shamim M.


Evanston, IL

$13/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my names Shamim, the kids I watched over used to call me "MeMe" :) I've worked full-time at a house daycare watching and taking care of 8 kids for over 10+ years. I love children, your kids will be under great care and safety under me, this has been my passion and I will treat them like my own. I can provide...
Shamim can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Shamim was great! My moody almost 2 YO toddler took to her right away. She was punctual, caring, and extremely responsive towards my kiddo. She proactively helped with household chores as well - she was a god send! I would totally hire her again, whenever the need...

Maryam K.

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Madeline M.


Skokie, IL

$14-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Madeline can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Madeline was terrific with our kids and very nice to work with. We look forward to working with her again."

Christopher C.

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Olga S.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

I Am Nurturing, Responsible, Thoughtful, Outgoing, And Compassionate

My name is Olga. I have more then 5 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,...
Olga can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"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 our little one at ease. She engaged in creative activities, ensuring our child was entertained and happy. Her...

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Ana F.


Chicago, IL

$24-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Parents My name is Ana , 27 years old, I live in the West Loop, Chicago. I am a fully vaccinated full time nanny. I have more than 4 years of experience with newborns and children up to 5 years of age. Before my job as a babysitter, I also worked in a daycare. In addition to English, I am fluent in Spanish as I was born...
Ana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ana Paula is absolutely reliable and lovingly sweet! I'm always delighted by how she turns daily activities into joyful games. She's amazing at developing structured time, while also being flexible and in the four years I've known her, she's proven herself...

Andrea B.

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Jowita D.


Franklin Park, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am an experienced nanny and have been providing care for over 15 years for multiple families. I have worked with children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I have also experience with twins, preemies and kids with allergies. I love to spend my time with children, playing with them, reading to them, making arts...
Jowita can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jowita nannied for my family for nearly 3 years. My three kids adored her. Jowita was always on time, never called in sick, loving and took my kids to their extracurricular activities every week. I without reservation recommend Jowita"

Katie D.

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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL

Alesha S.

5.0

Alesha has been caring for our daughters for almost 3 years now. I cant say enough great things about her. Due to COVID, we are not able to give her enough hours so it breaks our hearts to see her go. She is always on time, dependable, knowledgeable and just has a great energy that our daughters...

- Michelle R.

Elise C.

5.0

Elise was amazing with both of our kiddos. We had her for two summers and would have loved to have her year round! She was incredibly attentive and engaged them in all activities they were interested in. Her focus was always on the kids and they would run to the door to greet her. In fact, they were...

- Care member

Abby R.

5.0

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 bother Abby. She was patient and just went with the flow; prefect for summer fun! :)

- Lauren J.

Anna P.

5.0

Anna is trustworthy, efficient and very pleasant to be around while she's working. We really lucked out in finding her and hope to keep her around for a long time :)

- Krista B.

Sandra M.

5.0

Sandy has been with our family watching our 2 girls for almost 2 years. She has never let us down and has always been there for the girls. Sandy is also very flexible and adjusted to our schedule fluctuations which were very helpful. Unfortunately, we no longer need a full-time nanny and we can't...

- David F.

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After School Babysitters in Des Plaines, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.