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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
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Lori T.

Part Time Caregiver Available

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a positive and fun Nanny. Responsible and very perceptive. I have raised 4 children of my own! Now celebrating the birth of grandchild no 3! Have cared for children with special needs. I also provided care for 2 cancer victims. I raised a niece from newborn til age 6! Provided before and after school care for 6 years. I am...

R L. says "Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily taking our daughter to...

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Addison S.

Fun And Helpful Sitter

Mundelein, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 2-3 years of experience babysitting young children. I can provide carpooling, housekeeping, laundry, help with online schooling, crafts, and provide a fun experience for your children! I am in college currently studying to become a nurse, so helping out anyone and everyone is what I love to do!

Dana S. says "We've used Addi as a babysitter for our kids for the last 4 years. She was the first non-family member we left our first child with at only a few months...

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Alexandria D.

Experienced And Funny College Student Nanny!

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Alexandria, and I'm a stay at home mom to a 1-year-old boy! I am hoping to find a position watching 1-2 children either at my home or yours along with my son. Prior to working in health care I worked full time as a nanny for 7 years. I mostly watched infants-toddlers/ preschool age kids, but also have watched...

Care Member says "Alex took care of our daughter for 1.5 yrs - she became part of the family and took great care of our little girl from 8 months old to 2 yrs, and our...

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Linda D.

Babysitting - Nanny

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
I am an experienced mom who has just become a grandma as well. I will provide a safe, caring and creative place for your children.

Care Member says "My kids don't always warm up to new babysitters easily but they did with Linda. They had fun playing with her and asked if she could come back again and...

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Karly H.

Experienced Babysitter

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Karly! I'm 24 years old and I have my drivers license and my own car. My favorite job to tell everyone about was that I was a Disney Princess for kids birthday parties!! I have been working with kids for several years. I have worked as a teacher for dance/gymnastics in Buffalo Grove. I have taught in a Learning...

Jeff B. says "Karly was great. I would hire her again without hesitation. "

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Ashley R.

Part-Time Nanny

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am 37 living with my husband and 15yr old daughter. My husband and I have been married for 16yrs. I have been in the childcare industry for a little over 15 years. What I offer for you is: caring for your child, transportation to and from school/after school activities, cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping/general...

Alexandria S. says "I have known Ashley for almost three years now, and believe her to be a wonderful, nurturing and responsible caretaker. Her positive attitude combined...

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Elizabeth S.

Fun Loving Nanny

Mundelein, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have raised two children, and sat for my two grand kids boy 3 and a girl 1 and countless number of nieces and nephews, I can say that I love to read to kids dance with them act silly draw, paint and color. I'm also a caregiver, I just love caring for both young and elderly. I worked for a company for 19 + years and wanted to...

Laura P. says "Liz did a great job for us over the summer, we always felt like our toddlers were safe and happy with her."

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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
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Emma P.

Cary, IL

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 4 years of experience total between 3 years working at a before and after school program, 3 summers working as a day camp counselor, and nannying for a family with 2 boys (age 6) during the Covid lockdown in 2020. I was also a nanny for two boys (ages 6 and 8) summer 2023 and a part time babysitter during the 23-24 school...
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Cate H.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Evening Babysitting Jobs!

Wauconda, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I currently reside in Lincoln Park and am willing to babysit during weekdays after 5 p.m. (I work full time). I have a car so I can drive to practices, lessons, etc. if needed. I am the oldest of 3 and have a lot of babysitting experience! I am organized, responsible, and love kids. I would love to talk further about helping you...
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Emilija G.

McHenry, IL

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am a former school teacher with strong educational background, who brings over 10 years of experience especially school-age kids. Before moving here, I worked as a teacher in my home country. Now as both working as a caregiver and former teacher my greatest strengths are:empathy, patience, reliability, communication and...
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Julie H.

Barrington, IL

from
$10/hr
Craft assistance
I like being around children and have had good experience with children and feel comfortable when I am around them. I get to interact and communicate with them.
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Deanna F.

Barrington, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Deanna, and I'm a dedicated caregiver with extensive experience in child care, homeschooling, and youth leadership. As a mom of three, a Girl Scout troop leader, religious education teacher, and nature camp director, I provide a warm, engaging environment where children can thrive. I hold a college degree, am a...
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Ella G.

Grayslake, IL

from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I nannied through college after babysitting all my life. After college, I spent >5 years with a family who started in Chicago and moved to the suburbs. I started with that family when the oldest was 12 weeks old. They had another while I was there, whom I cared for as a newborn. We eventually parted ways when the kids started...
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Aneta S.

Barrington, IL

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
For eight years, I've dedicated myself to nurturing young minds and creating positive childhood experiences. My passion for fostering children's growth, coupled with wonderful past babysitting opportunities, led me to this fulfilling path. I'm patient, creative, and approachable, and I love engaging children with outdoor sports,...
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Abby W.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

McHenry, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am looking to find a part time nanny job while I go to school at DePaul University in the fall. I am interested in art, history, and music. I have been babysitting for about five years. My first nannying job was when I was 16 years old, I watched 7-year-old twins, a boy and a girl, for the summer. I am currently 18 years old...
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Marnee H.

Occasional Babysitter

Grayslake, IL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Marnee, and I am a 22-year-old female. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and worked as a nanny when I was 19. I come from a family of early childhood education teachers, and absolutely adore kids. At this time, I am not a nanny but I continue to babysit every weekend for multiple families from ages 2 months-9...
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Carissa M.

Part Time Babysitter

Mundelein, IL

from
$12/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I am a mother of 4, with my last little guy about to go to kindergarten next year. Before my kids were born I was a nanny for 3 years, and I continued to nanny/babysit until my second child was born. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and I have always loved taking care of kids! I am also the oldest of 9, so I...
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Carly M.

Barrington, IL

1.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is carly and I am a freshman at MCC. I have had lots and lots of experience with kids and older kids, only because I love them so much! In the past of me watching kids I love to do crafts, take them outside, and most of all helping them with homework!
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 5.0

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Island Lake, IL

After School Babysitters in Island Lake, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

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.

Lori T.

Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily...

- R L.

Addison S.

We've used Addi as a babysitter for our kids for the last 4 years. She was the first non-family member we left our first child with at only...

- Dana S.

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

You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Island Lake, 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 Island Lake, IL is $15.00. 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 Island Lake, 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 Island Lake, 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 Island Lake, IL.

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