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Alexa C.

Energetic, Fun, And Creative-Minded Sitter!

Downers Grove, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
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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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Svenja A.

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

Downers Grove, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Allison K.

Downers Grove, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Helping families thrive by providing dependable childcare is my passion. My three years of experience caring for children aged 4-11 have solidified my love for this work. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable, creating a safe and fun environment for your little ones. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I...
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Iliyah K.

Super Fun Sitter And Great With Kids!

Downers Grove, IL

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! I have recently graduated highschool May 2023. I enjoy reading, working out, being outdoors, and spending time with friends and family. I also really love disney and am a kid at heart. Over the past 2 years l've worked four different jobs one including a swim instructing job where I taught children ages 6 months to...
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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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Juanita L.

Enthusiastic Babysitter Available For Weeknights.

Bellwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I've being babysitting for the past 7+ years. I'm 22 years old and I have experience with all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I've volunteered at an elementary school to help with the younger students, K-3rd grade perform in a play. I've volunteered at a daycare assisting with the toddlers and infants. I'm also...

Nyemarie M. says "Juanita was great with my 5 year old daughter. I reached out to her last minute and she was available to come the next day. My daughter loved her. I...

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Brittany E.

Full-time Caregiver Available

Woodridge, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have experience in caring for children from 1-month-old to 14-year-olds. Two of the babysitting jobs I had required long hours, therefor I was in charge of taking the child to school, performing light house keeping, healthy meal preparations, homework help, bathing, and getting ready for bed time. I have tutored and...

Lizette N. says "Please allow me to recommend Brittany for the position of babysitter of children from the ages of Toddler to 12 years old. Brittany was my babysitter for...

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Ruth H.

A Great Sitter- Will Make A Lovable Playmate!

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
I have years of experience in childcare, babysitting on care. com, for my church, and for family friends. I am a masters student at Wheaton College studying to be a school teacher. I can help with light housekeeping, grocery shopping, driving, errands, and pretty much anything you need me to do. I grew up in a family of 6 kids...

Dimitri K. says "Ruth was my daughter's nanny. she was fantastic. only reason she stopped was she went away for school. we miss you! Ruth, Hope you come back"

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Bridget C.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
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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Carolyn P.

Experienced Babysitter Looking For You!

Glendale Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Carolyn and I'm excited to hear from you! I currently work as a Special Education Teaching Assistant in a k-2 classroom Before working in a school I worked at an ABA clinic and obtained my BCAT as well as my Paraprofessional certification I have worked with children on the spectrum since I was a...

Bobbie B. says "Carrie is a great daycare provided that incorporates fun activities within a structured environment. She is comfortable providing care for children &...

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Katherine J.

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Katie and children are a true inspiration to me. One of the pleasures of working with children is that they are so sweet and I try to help them succeed. As far as working for full or part tome, I am open to both. Animals are a strong passion of mine. I have two dogs, two frogs and a cat. Feel free to message me...

Lori M. says "We interviewed Katie for a nanny opening with our family. She was punctual, friendly, and professional! We went with a candidate whose schedule fit with...

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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
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
travel
+ 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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Meagan M.

The Fun Nanny!!

Carol Stream, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi there, I'm Meagan! I'm new to Chicago and I'm planting my roots here. A little about me: I'm the eldest of 6 siblings, so I grew up helping my mother take care of the house and the kids! I love love love babies, toddlers, all of the kiddos! I have 10 years of experience with nannying full time and babysitting. I can help get...

Care Member says "Ms. Meagan is amazing. Genuine. Highly organized. My kids and puppy love her. She is literally God sent to my family"

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Katrina B.

Experienced Private Tutor

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
I have been caring for younger children since the age of 12 when I began as a babysitter in my childhood church. I would watch the younger children in the church nursery so their parents could attend the service uninterrupted. Children there ranged from newborn to 5 years old. Later I began watching individual children for...

Lindsey N. says "Katrina has been amazing with our two kids. They look forward to seeing her every week, and we appreciate her dependability. She's flexible, communicates...

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Laura R.

Lombard, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Perpetual A.

Part- Time Caregiver

Villa Park, IL

3.7(1)
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$10/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
Hi there! My name is Perpetual and I am passionate about supporting local families. I graduated in 2016 with my degree in health and human physiology. I have enjoyed utilizing my background in health and exercise by incorporating exercise into play. I have over 5 years of experience including babysitting, preschool teaching and...

Ellen A. says "As a small business owner, I've had to hire many nannies to watch my 3 kids over the years. Out of all them, Perpetual is the best by far! She makes sure...

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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
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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Kadrisha G.

Willowbrook, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
15 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello! My name is Kadrisha and I'm 49years old. I am a mother of 6 children, ages 16 to 26, and I'm a grandmother to the sweetest 5-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...

Care Member says "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...

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Alex M.

Energetic And Enthusiastic Sitter

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hey, my name is Alex and I am a grad student at Loyola University Chicago. I have experience with kids ages 11 months - 12 years. I studied biology and chemistry at UNC-Chapel Hill and worked as a peer tutor, so I would be happy to help with any homework as well. I am also experienced in caring for dogs and cats. Love getting...

Brian H. says "Alex was wonderful with my 5 year old daughter - she’s still talking about how much fun she had a couple of days later!"

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Makinzie M.

Carol Stream, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
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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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.40/hr as of December 2025

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

After School Babysitters in Downers Grove, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Juanita L.

Juanita was great with my 5 year old daughter. I reached out to her last minute and she was available to come the next day. My daughter...

- Nyemarie M.

Brittany E.

Please allow me to recommend Brittany for the position of babysitter of children from the ages of Toddler to 12 years old. Brittany was my...

- Lizette N.

Ruth H.

Ruth was my daughter's nanny. she was fantastic. only reason she stopped was she went away for school. we miss you! Ruth, Hope you come...

- Dimitri K.

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

You can review 5 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 $16.40. 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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