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60 after school babysitters are listed in Downers Grove, IL
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Downers Grove, IL
Sophia S.
Downers Grove, IL
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
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...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently a 24-year-old full-time student working on my Master's degree in Health Information Management (completely remote). I am looking for a part-time position while I continue my studies. I am willing to be flexible with days/times. I love kids of all ages and have been babysitting since I was 15! Please...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Erica and I'm a 19 years old. I am currently studying Children's Psychology at College of Dupage. I'm passionate about working with kids. I worked as a counselor at a summer camp/after school program in Wood Dale Park District. Last year I competed a Certified Nurse Assistant Program and I'm CPR, Basic Life and...
Erica can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I can't find enough words to describe how grateful I am with Erica. She was a very caring babysitter to my 2 year old girl and also a great support to our family in a big transition like having a second child. She was very proactive and creative as well with...
Lina B.
5.0
(2)
Hi ! My name is Pilar and I have been caring for children for almost 6 years, being with children is the best heart warming job! I have worked as an after school program coordinator with ages ranging from 4-12, helping them with homework, providing them snacks and certain school lessons. I have also babysat for many years with...
Pilar can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Pilar is a wonderful sitter! Over the past nearly 2 years she's taken great care of my two young boys. She has lots of energy and is always positive. Most importantly I always know my boys are safe and very well cared for when she's around."
Kristy S.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & 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.
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
I enjoy spending time with children -playing, taking trips to parks, library and other educational outings. I love 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 infants and toddlers. I'm an...
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
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Julianne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"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 short notice. I Will absolutely be using her again. My little one was very happy in her care. I was comfortable...
Care member
Paulina Z.
Lisle, IL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! It's so nice to meet you! My name is Paulina and I am a creative multitasker who enjoys doing crafts and other art projects with kids. I like to make sure that children have fun, but also encourage the right amount of discipline. I have experience care-giving for neighbors, family, and friends with children from...
Paulina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Best babysitter we have ever had. very respectful and professional. Amazing personality. Our girls absolutely love her. We will be using her as much as possible in the future"
Donald H.
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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophia was great with my little girl."
Deborah A.
Samina K.
Carol Stream, IL
$31/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked at multiple daycare (including kinder care) and have 3 children of my own. I have worked with children of all age, but prefer working with kids ages 0-5. I have an associates degree and 6 years of experience working with kids.
I prefer a drop-off system, where I can take care of the children in my home, but I...
Samina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Wonderful with my two toddlers, always brings activities for the kids to do. Samina keeps up with the kids' regular routine with ease. I never worry when my kids are in her care. They are always well fed, happily occupied, and under close supervision."
Naba Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Please consider me when looking for child or senior care. I am a loving and caring person. Have several years of caring for kids (8) and for seniors 12 +)I am willing to be a companion, light cleaning and cooking. I'm a response person who
Is always on time. My current fee is $18. 00 an hour. Looking for 2 days a week anywhere...
Matina can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Matina took care of our 3.5 month old son until he was 7.5 months. She is very caring and sweet and we always felt comfortable with her taking care of him. She is always punctual, actually always early and reliable. We highly recommend her! Unfortunately we needed...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ella, I am a high school ELA teacher at Schaumburg Christian School. I graduated Wheaton College with a degree in Spanish, Secondary Education, and English. I worked for the YMCA in my hometown for 4+ years as a child watch attendant, lifeguard, swim instructor (usually kids ages 3-14), and camp counselor. I have...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"My daughter really liked Ella! She was a big help!"
Xinyi S.
5.0
(1)
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...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 is very patient and kind, always in engaged in activities and I can tell she really loves to be around them....
Rita L.
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, craft assistance, carpooling
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.
Alex T.
Elmhurst, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Caregiver With AGS Degree And Early Childhood Classes And Assistant Teacher Certification
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in caring for infants, toddlers and young children after school or full time. I have experience caring for children from infant to 10 years of age as an after school nanny, and in a childcare center and as a babysitter. I also have experience babysitting and as an ice skating instructor. I also have work with...
Alex can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alex is wonderful with children. My own kids beg her to read and play, which she does at length with a smile on her face."
Lisa S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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 and nephews ranging from 1-13. I worked with a family with 3 young girls and had 2 to 3 days of entertaining them and cooking for them. Arts and crafts were a regular thing with this family. After I...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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."
Pauline B.
3.4
(9)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I passed the Nanny Basic Skills test. I worked with special needs children for five years. I was a preschool teacher. I have been a nanny/babysitter with children ranging from age newborn to 11. I have my CPR/First Aid cards. I enjoy working with children! I have my CNA and EKG technician certificate. I hope I can help your...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Give Christine an in person interview. She far exceeds everything we were looking for in a caregiver for our son. She arrives a few minutes early. She is super attentive. She has the experience you are looking for. She is the total package."
Joe K.
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, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
I put 5 years of experience, though I believe I have a lot more. Starting in 8th grade, I worked with kids from K-5th for Sunday school at my church. and I did that for about 3 years. Then when I entered my junior year of high school. I became a leader for jr. high youth group at my church, and also started working at my towns...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Allison is very dependable and trustworthy!!"
Andrea S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
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...
Juanita can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am very pleased with the pick of Juanita, she is dependable, punctual and very flexible. She interacts with my 8years in a manner that is respectable, professional and gets across to a kid that is all over the place. She does well with helping with homework and...
Asia G.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Downers Grove, IL
Erica M.
5.0
I can't find enough words to describe how grateful I am with Erica. She was a very caring babysitter to my 2 year old girl and also a great support to our family in a big transition like having a second child. She was very proactive and creative as well with entertaining a very active toddler, not...
- Lina B.
Pilar G.
5.0
Pilar is a wonderful sitter! Over the past nearly 2 years she's taken great care of my two young boys. She has lots of energy and is always positive. Most importantly I always know my boys are safe and very well cared for when she's around.
- Kristy S.
Nancy B.
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.
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.
Julianne C.
5.0
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 short notice. I Will absolutely be using her again. My little one was very happy in her care. I was comfortable leaving the house with Julie caring...
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Downers Grove, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Downers Grove, IL?
You can review 22 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.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Downers Grove, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Downers Grove, IL is $19.45. 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 Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Downers Grove, IL?
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Ratings for Downers Grove, IL after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
After School Babysitters in Downers Grove, IL are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.