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60 after school babysitters are listed in Highwood, IL
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 8 years
After school babysitters in Highwood, IL
Jenifer C.
Wheeling, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jenifer. I am 22years old. I am enthusiastic, caring and fun caretaker. I love kids. I am always on time. In my high school year I was in a daycare for about 3 years. have a 7year-old niece and a 4-year-old niece that I would babysat. I enjoy playing with them and making them laugh. I been nannying for about 5...
Jenifer can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jenifer has been nannying for our family for the last month and has been great! She does transportation, light cleaning and meal prep. She is super flexible we love having her."
Apollonia B.
Denise M.
Winnetka, IL
$23-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Denise! I'm a mom of two daughters, grandmother of a spunky 4 1/2 yr. and 2 yr. old, a semi-grandmother to my boyfriend's 3 grandchildren (6, 7 and 13) who's looking for a part-time babysitting job in the early afternoon during the week and/or evenings any night. I love kids and they love me and my kids think I'm the...
Denise can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"Denise was a wonderful after school sitter! She was very dependable and my kids loved her. Highly recommend!"
Katie H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meghan volunteered for me and served as one of our volunteers for children's ministry at our local church. She was always willing to serve even if she wasn't on the schedule for that weekend. I have also served on a missions team with her and she really has a great...
Jennifer V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Daisy like the pretty flower and I'm 25 years old. I am a very warm, loving and caring person with a lot of energy! Born in California but raised in Chicago.
I have cared for children with 7 years of experience. I'm very flexible and I am willing to work around your schedule. My goal as a nanny is to be part of the...
Daisy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We booked Daisy to babysit my twins Saturday night. She was on time, caring, honest, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text which was a nice way to keep us updated. Will book again! "
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Miranda M.
Highland Park, IL
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi families!! My name is Miranda and I am 23 years old from Highland Park! I graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign in 2023. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and also worked at an after school program for a couple years in high school for Kindergarteners and up!
I'd describe my personality as...
I have worked for a before and after school program as an assistant site director for a park district for five years. I have had many babysitting jobs with a wide range of ages. I have cared for special education students and have worked at camp for three summers. I was a preschool teacher for about 7 or 8 years. I was then a...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Courtney G.
Winnetka, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Flexible Babysitter/Nanny Available With 15+ Years Experience
My name is Courtney and I have 15+ years of experience working with kids of every age. I started as a "mother's helper" at age 11 and later became a babysitter, after-school nanny, and full-time summer nanny. I was a camp counselor at a residential summer camp for 4 summers. In addition to that, I spent a year working as an Au...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! I am a learning behavior specialist at a special education school. My students have a range of special qualities and differing unique needs. This is my first year as a teacher! I love my job and the enriching experiences we create together daily. I am looking to partner with a family to help meet their child's needs!
I...
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Cathy K.
Glenview, IL
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Care-giver. Childcare Or Elder Care Sitting, Driving, Errands And Etc, Pets.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am what people would call a "Jack of all trades".
If you need help with something I could probably help out. I've been known to jump in on many occasions. I used to have my own gift shop in Glenview. If you need something, just ask!
I am extremely outgoing!
I am a "young" older mom who over the past several years has been...
Cathy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Cristal . I'm 33yo. I am currently available for babysitting. I love kids of all ages and have been babysitting since High school. I also have 3 beautiful daughters of my own Jennifer 18yo, Jacky and Jazmine are 15yo. I have a lot of experience! I am a very caring and loyal person. I love cooking, animals, walks, and...
Cristal can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Elena. I live in Wheeling. I'm a professional nanny with 20 years of experience. I love taking care of children, and my priority is their safety. I'm a very responsible and well organized person. I have a great references. I drive a 7-passenger mini van. I'm seeking an occasional babysitting job after school or...
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Errands. I can also provide references if needed. I like to engage with kids and I'm studying to be a dietitian at uiuc
Esha can also help with: Craft assistance
My name is Erenia, and I have been working with children for many years now. I have babysat for numerous families, but also worked as a tutor for kids of many ages for several years. I am reliable, organized, and excellent with children.
Erenia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as fun, crafty, creative, and always in search of learning new skills.
I like working with kids because I enjoy being part of their growth. It's always amazing to see them learn new skills everyday, watch them grow and become independent little by little, and develop their own personalities.
In my...
Alejandra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Renee F.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Renee and I am an energetic and compassionate 23-year-old!
I worked in childcare all throughout high school and college before graduating with a bachelor's degree in Marketing and Spanish. These roles included babysitting, working as a camp counselor, before and after school caretaking, and tutoring.
After...
Renee can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'm BLS certificated , I have experience with children with development delay , psychical delay, and speech delay . Also military friendly current volunteering for the Army Reserve Family programs at my husbands unit . Non smoker, I can be very flexible and easy to work with . I'm 24 years of age , I have a 1-year-old of my own...
Beatriz can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, loving, understanding
I like working with kids because I have always loved children. My entire life I have grown up watching my little siblings and cousins and have always loved being like a big sister to them
I started working with kids basically my entire life with my little cousins...
I'd describe my personality as caring, fun-loving and flexible.
I like working with kids because They are genuine and curious. They are discovering the world and learning how to navigate it and I enjoy helping them do that!
I started working with kids about eight years ago! I have experience working at overnight summer...
Hello, everyone!
I am excited to return home to Wilmette after an incredible four years at the University of Colorado Boulder, where I graduated summa cum laude with degrees in History and Political Science. But my adventures don't end there! In late October, I'll embark on a six-month teaching stint in Thailand as an English...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
I am a very attentive caring person who loves to creatively express myself and in doing that I love to teach my kids that arts and crafts are just as important as actual learning! But even so I love to teach early learning activities and getting kids involved in real world activities in a fun comfortable environment
I'd...
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Highwood, IL
Jenifer C.
5.0
Jenifer has been nannying for our family for the last month and has been great! She does transportation, light cleaning and meal prep. She is super flexible we love having her.
- Apollonia B.
Denise M.
5.0
Denise was a wonderful after school sitter! She was very dependable and my kids loved her. Highly recommend!
- Katie H.
Meghan K.
5.0
Meghan is very responsible and reliable. She is caring and kind. I would definitely hire her again!
- Kim B.
Daisy O.
5.0
Daisy cared for our daughter (18 months) for 6 months at our home while I worked from home. She was very warm, engaging, and fun! Daisy is very easy to work with and communicated well with my husband and I. She is very punctual and even showed up early most days. We trusted Daisy to drive our...
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Highwood, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Highwood, IL?
You can review 3 after school babysitter profiles near you in Highwood, 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 Highwood, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Highwood, IL is $22.00. 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 Highwood, 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 Highwood, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Highwood, 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 Highwood, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Highwood, IL?
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