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Meenakshi C.

Happy Go Lucky Sitter And Friendly

Lake Bluff, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
Craft assistance
I am a PART TIME TEACHER for the past 7 years. I work in 4 school districts including elementary and middle schools. I started working as a part time teacher in 2016 and continue working for the same schools till date. I have worked as a CASHIER at KOHLS before switching career as a part time teacher. I am a Happy go Lucky...

Nichole H. says "Hired to care for my 3 yo son. They hit it off right away. No issues. On time and great communication. Will use again."

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Sydney W.

Sydney, Your Future Nanny!

Great Lakes, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello Parents! My name is Sydney and I am currently 19 years old. I was born in Missouri but raised in sunny south florida where I lived until I was 18. I moved to the northern suburbs to live with my sister while I figured out what I wanted to do with my life. To say I love children would be an understatement. After much...

Care Member says "Sydney has been watching our 18m old since he was an infant. She takes such great care of him and he loves seeing her. They play together, she handles...

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Yuleima B.

Fun Sitter

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
I have 3 years of experience. I've been a babysitter since I was 17, I love kids and I can help with anything you need like laundry, buying some things at the store, feeding the kids, taking care of dogs, taking care of the kids and dogs when you travel. I can also help with virtual learning if necessary, I speak Spanish and I...

Colleen L. says "Sweet, easy to communicate with, and the kids loved her. Would recommend!"

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Anna K.

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Along with my extensive background in housekeeping, I was also a child care giver. I took care of children of all ages as well as raised three wonderful children of my own. I will treat your children like my own! Just give me a call!

Farheen A. says "Anna was great for housekeeping services! Looking forward to working with her again."

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Hager B.

Loving And Caring Sitter

Morton Grove, IL

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
Hi!! My name is Hager. I'd like to start of by saying I love and adore kids! A little bit about me: I'm a responsible, trustworthy, patient & dependable babysitter. I have a lot of energy. On my spare time I like to go on long runs, read & play bard games Background: I have 7 years' experience in babysitting. I also have worked...

Nicole P. says "We hired Hager to watch our two little Saturday and Sunday mornings - she was great, very engaging, and the kids liked her a lot. We had her scheduled for...

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Olga S.

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I have more then 6 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, dependable, kind, patient,...

Care Member says "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...

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Agnieszka G.

Babysitter

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I'm 45 years, married and I am a mother of two (23 and 16) Non smoker woman. Currently I am working full time as assistant in a Law Office, but this position is not working anymore for me. As a babysitter I have been working for many years , from newborn to teenager. I am a mother, so I totally understand that for each parents...

Lisa S. says "Agnus has been a gift to our family!! She is warm, friendly, nurturing, and so loving to our children! Both my toddler (3) and my infant (8 months) light up...

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Tylecia B.

Glenview, IL

4.3(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I've been working with kids in some capacity for my entire life. I started by working in the Children's Church in my hometown, began babysitting the community kids, became a full-time nanny while finishing my degrees, and have 3 years in schools with my Special Education and Elementary degrees. In my spare time, I like to...

Care Member says "She was great with my daughter! Really responsive to messages. I will absolutely hire her again. "

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Tenzin C.

Fun and Playful Babysitter

Wilmette, IL

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello my name is Tenzin. I have 15 years of experiences and four references. I am looking for a full or part-time child care opportunity. I am truly passionate about caring for children and feel privileged to play a role in their lives as they grow and thrive. I have worked for four families, and also I look after my nieces,...

Care Member says "We had the pleasure of having Tenzin as our nanny for four wonderful years. She cared for our three young children from newborn to age five with...

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Brooklyn V.

Arlington Heights, IL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as fun, adaptable, and outgoing I like working with kids because everyday is a new experience. Each time I am with kids, there is a new activity or adventure I get to learn or experience. I love the joy in seeing kids happy and getting to live their life full of fun. I'm looking for a job that is...
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Grace Y.

About Me!

Prospect Heights, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, playful, kind I like working with kids because their joyfulness and fun brings a smile to my face I'm looking for a job that challenges me but allows me and the kids to have a fun and engaging day. I started working with kids my freshman year of high school when I began babysitting....
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Samantha N.

Lake Forest, IL

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Samantha! Raised in Lake Forest, IL, I know the community and school systems well. As the oldest of my siblings, I naturally took on a caregiving role early. Throughout high school and college, I spent six years as a full-time babysitter, caring for children of all ages! I'm patient, calm, and imaginative. With a...
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Dorothy W.

Morton Grove, IL

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$25/hr
12 years experience
As an experienced and reliable childcare provider with over 12 years of experience, I take pride in supporting families and ensuring the well-being of children. My passion for caregiving stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for nurturing and engaging with children. I...
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Claire S.

Lake Bluff, IL

from
$10/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Claire & I have been working with kids for about 5 years. I love working with children and look forward to helping you with your babysitting needs. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
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Karch M.

Lake Bluff, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
I have not done individual babysitting but I have been a camp counselor every summer since I was 16 including this year. I can help with Carpooling.
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Hannah C.

Get To Know Me

Morton Grove, IL

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Hannah and I hope to have the chance to babysit for you! I've been lucky enough to have had experience caring for kids of all ages over the past 5 years, through various children's events set up by my church. I have loved working with kids and have found that I am good at connecting with them. I enjoy getting to...
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Chloe S.

Part-Time Nanny

Winnetka, IL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a reliable, caring, fun and energetic babysitter looking for a nanny position. I am a big fan of arts and crafts, and spending time outside when the weather permits. I studied early childhood education at Oakton community college, and have completed many observation hours so far, all of which are documented in my...
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Elwira S.

Part-Time Nanny

Arlington Heights, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I'm patient, caring, kind, respectful and punctual. My work history: At my first babysitting job, I took care of a 3-year-old girl for 3 years. At my next job where I worked for 6 months, I took care of 2 boys: 7 and 11 years old. I picked them up from school, helped them with homework and drove them to all kinds of activities....
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Martha O.

Glenview, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Nurturing young minds is truly my passion. With three years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, I bring a patient, creative, and friendly approach to childcare. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives. I am comfortable caring for up to...
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Kim C.

Morton Grove, IL

from
$19/hr
20 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
For two decades, I've dedicated myself to nurturing young minds. My babysitting experiences sparked a passion for positively impacting children's lives and supporting families. I offer a patient, creative, and friendly approach to care. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and love engaging children with board games,...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.89/hr as of November 2025

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Highland Park, IL

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

Meenakshi C.

Hired to care for my 3 yo son. They hit it off right away. No issues. On time and great communication. Will use again.

- Nichole H.

Sydney W.

Sydney has been watching our 18m old since he was an infant. She takes such great care of him and he loves seeing her. They play together,...

- Care member

Yuleima B.

Sweet, easy to communicate with, and the kids loved her. Would recommend!

- Colleen L.

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

You can review 9 after school babysitter profiles near you in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, IL is $17.89. 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 Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, IL.

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