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Teresa W.

Downers Grove, IL

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Teresa , and I'm currently a junior in college majoring in education. As the middle child of nine, I naturally grew up helping care for younger siblings, and that early experience sparked my love for working with kids. I've been babysitting for neighbors and family friends since I was 14, and I've continued...
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Alexa C.

Energetic, Fun, And Creative-Minded Sitter!

Downers Grove, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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I have over 10 years of experience working with children and animals. I am the Assistant Director of a local dance studio and teach/mentor children every day! I am a car and home owner and am willing to help with any childcare, household tasks, and pet needs. I am able to help with basic school work and love creating crafts and...
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Kristen B.

Summer Nanny

Downers Grove, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! A little bit about myself: I have past experience with babysitting and being a nanny in the summers. I am currently a school psychologist and received my Ed. S from Loyola. I am looking to partner with a family for the summer months. I have worked with all ages! In college I played division 1 softball and I love to be...

Lauren S. says "We had a wonderful conversation with Kristen, she is very bright and has wonderful credentials. Anyone would be extremely lucky to have Kristen as their...

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Angelica K.

Downers Grove, IL

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$23/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Angelica and I am a college student at the University of Illinois. I am home for the summer to assist in preparing for my sister's upcoming wedding and I have a lot of free time that I would love to use for childcare. I have been babysitting since a young age and have experience working in a childcare center. I...
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Andrea L.

Nanny In Willowbrook

Downers Grove, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Andrea and l have 12 years of experience in babysitting kids of all ages. I live in Downers Grove and l am looking for a part or full -time job. l am very active... love going to ZOO, playgrounds, swimming, library. Willing to help with cooking, light cleaning, laundry. Clean driving record and backround check.

Erica M. says "Andrea was a wonderful help to our family in a time of need. We hired her for a temporary position during the most stressful time of our lives, losing our...

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Marykate G.

Downers Grove, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Mary Kate . I am a high school math teacher looking for a summer nannying job. I have 4 years of nannying experience, and I have babysat since I was 12 years old. I enjoy being outside in the summer and spending time with family and my golden retriever puppy, Nike. I am very reliable and flexible about hours and pay....

Lina B. says "Marykate is absolutely amazing!!! She is sweet and caring. She watched our 1yo last summer and occasionally had all 3 kids (6,4,1) and our children adore...

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Laura M.

Full-Time Nanny

Downers Grove, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
I am the Mary Poppins of 2018 who really has a special bag filled with snacks, activities, homework, extra clothes, books and other essentials. I am a people person and have always enjoyed helping and connecting with people. I started babysitting at the age of 11 and have continued watching and interacting with children. After...
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Svenja A.

Experienced Flexible Babysitter Available On Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays And Saturdays!

Downers Grove, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I started Babysitting when I was 13! I also did kids service at church and kids dancing classes! I was a High School teacher in Germany! Lots of experience with kids of all ages! Was an Au Pair after High School and watched Triplets. And I also tutor German and help with homework. I offer comprehensive childcare including meal...
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Katty G.

Downers Grove, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Katty and I'm a 27 years old. In high school, I took a child development class for 2 years and I was a children's tutor after school. I have over 7 years of paid babysitting experience with newborns to preteens even twins and I have taken care of my 8-year-old brother since he was a baby. I have my own car with...

Austin A. says "She was great with my grandfather and dog!!! Keep in mind an 84 year old is like a big toddler who thinks they can do everything so I knew this was a big...

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Sophia S.

Downers Grove, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I'd describe my personality as welcoming, calm, and fun-loving. In high school, I babysat for families in my neighborhood. I also volunteered at after-school programs, helping students with their homework. My senior year, I had the privilege of coaching a 10U travel softball team. In my spare time, I like to stay active. I...
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Emmeline B.

Excited Sitter And Nanny

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Emmeline, and I would love to help take care of your family. I graduated from Fordham University in 2023 where I earned dual Bachelors of Science degrees in Psychology and Spanish Language & Literature. I am located on the border of Buck Town and Wicker Park in Chicago, IL. I have several years of child care...

Care Member says "Emmeline was so excellent with my 14 month old. She was happy and engaged all day and was great at verbalizing for her. Would hire again in a...

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Megan C.

Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I have babysat for over 20 years. When I was a senior in high school, I worked in a preschool. I have babysat for my nieces & nephews ranging from 1-14. I worked with a family with 3 young girls & had 2 to 3 days of entertaining them & cooking for them. Arts & crafts were a regular thing with this family. After I...

Pauline B. says "Megan was great; very accommodating to my rushed schedule and took her time in letting my child warm up to her. Would definitely hire her again."

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Julianne C.

Flexible, Dependable, Experienced

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! I have many years of babysitting and nannying experience and look forward to connecting! I have a pretty flexible schedule and can help with a variety of things such as, before or after school, drop-off or pick-up, partial or full day babysitting, evening babysitting, etc. I enjoy caring for children as young as...

Care Member says "First time mom here, first time anyone other than family has watched my little one. She is kind, warm and engaging. She was able to help me out on very...

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Jesse C.

Jesse C. - Early Childhood Educator And Caregiver

Brookfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
Childcare has been my entire life & I couldn't imagine a better job! I grew up in my mother's home day care environment. As I grew up, I took on more and more responsibilities in the daycare until I eventually became, essentially, her assistant. I also volunteered at a local church, watching young children during Sunday...

David D. says "Jesse came in last minute when another hire fell through for medical reasons. Jessie did great. Very professional, understood how to help with an event and...

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Joelle S.

Active, Fun, And Safe Sitter

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Joelle. I have had various experiences when it comes to caring for kids. I taught English in Korea for several months during different years. Additionally, I worked as an equestrian camp counselor for the past two years. I have babysat kids of all ages, from 0-15 years old, and have been a paid babysitter for...

Nancy B. says "Joelle did a great job as 1 of 2 sitters for a situation that involved 3 kids of different ages and a dog. She arrived on time and immediately jumped in...

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Makinzie M.

Carol Stream, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello, my name is Makinzie and I am a 27-year-old mother to a crazy little boy. I currently work in retirement plan administration during the day from 7-2:30 and I am looking for additional after school work. I have many years of nannying experience as well as assisting with the day to day operations of a household. I would be...

Sadie D. says "Fun, caring, lovable nanny that took very good care of my children. Always felt comfortable with them in her care and would recommend to anyone."

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Laura R.

Lombard, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I have graduated from high school in May 2017. For the last 2 years of high school I was apart of my schools preschool program were I was a TA and an intern. I feel comfortable babysitting all ages and helping out around the house and such. I have experience in sitting babies, toddlers (including potty training), elementary age,...
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Nevaeh S.

Fun, Loving, Babysitter

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello I started working with children when I was 17 years old. I babysat while I was in high school, after high school I worked at Kindercare learning center in Elmhurst. I work with different age groups, I've worked with babies, toddlers, children, and school age children. I am CPR certified and I obtained my CDA (Child...

Care Member says "Nevaeh is great with children, she is very kind and caring. She was a constant babysitter for my family, she connected well with my children. "

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Fauzia M.

Science Sitter

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
My name is Fauzia and I am a full-time research scientist, part-time aspiring educator. I finished my Ph. D. in chemistry at the University of Chicago in 2022, where I used to participate in an after-school science program where we introduced science concepts to local elementary students. I also mentored minority students in the...

Jazzica P. says "Fauzia has been one of the best nanny's we have hired to help us with our 2 year old son. She always goes above and beyond to help, even if it's outside...

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Bridget C.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! I have always worked with kids and truly enjoy working with kids. I have babysat a lot of families/family friends for 6 years on and off. I started off babysitting and went on to working at a day care with 6-month-olds to 7-year-olds. After working there for 3 years I have been a camp counselor since I was 18 with ages...

Rita L. says "I have had the pleasure to work with Bridget for over two years at the Bloomingdale Park District. She is wonderful with children and they all love her. She...

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.30/hr as of June 2025

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

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Downers Grove, IL

After School Babysitters in Downers Grove, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Kristen B.

We had a wonderful conversation with Kristen, she is very bright and has wonderful credentials. Anyone would be extremely lucky to have...

- Lauren S.

Andrea L.

Andrea was a wonderful help to our family in a time of need. We hired her for a temporary position during the most stressful time of our...

- Erica M.

Marykate G.

Marykate is absolutely amazing!!! She is sweet and caring. She watched our 1yo last summer and occasionally had all 3 kids (6,4,1) and our...

- Lina B.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Downers Grove, IL

You can review 10 after school babysitter profiles near you in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL is $19.30. 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 Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL.

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