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Meghan K.

Full-Time Nanny

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Experienced, patient, and compassionate provider of nurturing, fun-filled, loving care. I come from a family where I am the oldest of 4 children, have experience of working with children of all ages, and have had many cultural opportunities from traveling, attending camps, and having the experience of having nannies in my own...

Former Member A. says "Meghan is very responsible and reliable. She is caring and kind. I would definitely hire her again!"

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Molly E.

Experienced Enthusiastic Young Adult

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Molly! I'm a responsible, caring, and energetic caregiver with a passion for working with children. As a college student at the University, I'm majoring in Advertising with a minor in Media Studies, and I love using my creativity to engage kids in fun, educational activities. With experience in childcare and a natural...

Care Member says "Molly is great! She watched my two kids (B-7 and G-12) and they loved her. She took them to the park, made lunch, and hung with the kids all day. I came...

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Elizabeth C.

Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny/House Manager Available

Island Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been working as a caregiver in some fashion most of my life. I began watching children towards the end of grade school and continued babysitting until I graduated from high school. Shortly after graduation I earned a diploma as a medical assistant and went to work for a pediatrician. I supported myself in college working...

Deborah Q. says "Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive, resourceful and...

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Suzanne D.

Caring And Loving Person

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
Good morning everyone, I'm a schooled vet assistant as well as I have been in animal rescue for over 20 years, this is my passion. I watch your 4 legged children in my home where they get the proper care they deserve. I will send pictures as well as videos and they will not be in any danger with kennel cough as well as fights ....

Trevor F. says "WONDERFUL! An absolute delight. She was wonderful with the kids and the dogs. Prompt even though it was last min. and even brought me coffee! I would...

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Erin C.

Experienced Early Childhood Teacher For Past 10 Years

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
I am Erin and I have been working with children since 15 years of age. I started out baby sitting for my neighbors. I have my associates degree in Early Childhood education. I have been a teacher in a daycare setting for past 10 years and still do. I have worked with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarten, middle school...

Care Member says "I worked with Erin at a couple different childcare centers. I can tell you she is one of the most knowledgeable, caring teachers I have ever met. I...

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Malgorzata K.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Child Caregiver Available

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
My name is Malgorzata. I have 15 years of experience working with children ages 0 through 15 years. I'm a patient, energetic, and hardworking person who loves working with kids. I can provide reading, singing, painting, dancing, teach kids numbers, letters, shapes, Polish language, going to the parks, library and more. I have an...

Ashley S. says "I HIGHLY recommend Margie! We loved having her in our home. She was on time, reliable, trustworthy and responsible. She took initiative to always stay...

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Kailey L.

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Antioch, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Kailey and I'm an EMT at Superior as well as on a local Fire Department. I am currently about to be in Paramedic School (Beginning in August), and work night shifts in the meantime. I have nannied for various families since 2019, with most of my experience amping up during Covid. When covid first hit, I was a...

Kristina M. says "Kailey is absolutely amazing! She watched my kids and cared for them as if they were some of her own! She works around your schedule. My kids absolutely...

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April K.

Energetic, Fun, Full-Time Caregiver Available

Wadsworth, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Mother of a very active kindergartener. Previously in the medical field, non clinical. I am looking for easy supplemental income during the day to help support my stand up comedy career dreams, I pursue in the evenings. I am fully vaxxed and do not mind helping tidy the home in addition to assisting in caring for animal...
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Claire K.

Fun Sitter To Bring Joy To Your Children Everyday!

Libertyville, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Claire and I have been babysitting for about two years now. I try to think of fun activities to do and make meals while keeping the house in tip-top shape.
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Nancy R.

Patient, Loving, Caring And Loves To Help In Any Way I Can.

Gurnee, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
Wife and Mother of 3 in Gurnee, IL, Personal Assistant that focuses on helping people in the community with many different services. Ready to work with big or small projects or big and small jobs. I'm only 1 call away, and if available, happy to help last minute, too! Child care in my home, Before and after school, date night...
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Erin B.

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Libertyville, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Erin and I am in the process of getting a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology. Also, I'm currently a clinical intern at the Josselyn Center in Waukegan, which is a community mental health facility. Before graduate school, I got a bachelors degree in Human Development and Family Science at the University of...
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Amya A.

Antioch, IL

from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
I have been babysitting/nannying for the past 7 years and working in childcare settings for the past 3 years. I have been a camp counselor, after school care counselor, as well as an assistant preschool teacher. This past May I graduated with my Associates degree with a focus on early childhood education and development. I enjoy...
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Taylor M.

Experienced Babysitter And Speech Therapy Student

Lake Zurich, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi families! I'm Taylor (22), and I'm currently pursuing my Master's in Speech-Language Pathology at Rush University. I am studying to be a pediatric speech therapist. I love working with kids and have 6+ years of experience in various settings, including babysitting/nannying, schools, and summer camp counseling. While most of...
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Brianna B.

Experienced Care-taker

Vernon Hills, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Bri! I have been working with children for over 10 years in various settings. Those settings include daycares, summer camps, after school programs, and in families' homes. I currently work full-time as a behavior therapist for kids with autism, and am earning a master's degree in that field. I am looking for a...
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Nita M.

Caring And Fun Sitter

Vernon Hills, IL

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
Hello, I am Neeta Mandloi and I have one year experience in nanny job. I have also raised two children all by myself and I would provide the best care to infants. I prefer to speak Hindi or Gujarati and I can speak little English.
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Jordan G.

Wauconda, IL

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am currently a college students needing a summer job! I work very well with kids and especially young kiddos! Baby sitter available.
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Alina S.

Lake Villa, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
I'd describe my personality as joyful, responsible and compassionate. I like working with kids because I value the growth process in each individual child. As they explore and learn new things through all the mundane things us as adults may look past. I find working with kids to be a joyful and life-giving experience. I'm...
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Stamatia G.

Enthusiastic And Always Happy

Libertyville, IL

from
$19/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
Hello, my name is Stamatia, and I am 23 years old with two years of babysitting experience. I am passionate about nurturing and teaching young children, helping them grow, and creating meaningful learning experiences. In addition to babysitting, I am a cooking instructor for an after-school program, where I guide kids in...
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Cecilia C.

Mundelein, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have babysat for many years. I also did some nannying for even more years. And then I did more babysitting.
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Carla S.

Lake Villa, IL

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
I'm a caregiver with four years of experience who's passionate about supporting families and positively impacting children's lives. My experience in previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to become a caregiver. I'm a patient and calm individual, with a formal and reserved demeanor. When it comes to communicating with...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.58/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 Grayslake, IL

After School Babysitters in Grayslake, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Meghan K.

Meghan is very responsible and reliable. She is caring and kind. I would definitely hire her again!

- Former Member A.

Molly E.

Molly is great! She watched my two kids (B-7 and G-12) and they loved her. She took them to the park, made lunch, and hung with the kids all...

- Care member

Elizabeth C.

Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive,...

- Deborah Q.

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

You can review 12 after school babysitter profiles near you in Grayslake, 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 Grayslake, IL is $18.58. 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 Grayslake, 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 Grayslake, 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 Grayslake, IL.

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