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60 after school babysitters are listed in La Grange, IL
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 7 years
After school babysitters in La Grange, IL
4.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hiiiii!
My name is Francisca and I'm currently a sophomore at Daley College.
I love kids and babysitting, I tend to have a lot of patience with kids and my love kids and taking care of them is something that I find natural and easy to do
I've been babysitting since I was 10 years old. I took care of my younger siblings...
Francisca can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Francisca was wonderful. She arrived early, asked great questions, and gave us full confidence in her abilities. We plan on using her for our date nights in the future."
Kyle S.
Marykate G.
Downers Grove, IL
$20-33/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My name is Mary Kate . I am a high school math teacher looking for a summer nannying job. I have 4 years of nannying experience, and I have babysat since I was 12 years old. I enjoy being outside in the summer and spending time with family and my golden retriever puppy, Nike. I am very reliable and flexible about hours and pay....
Marykate can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mary Kate has been with our family for two summers full time watching our daughter who was 8 and 9 at the time. We were both working parents with a train commute downtown. Mary Kate is always on time, trust worthy, reliable and responsible. She drove our daughter...
Mariza M.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello there!
I have been working with children for more than 6 years, which ages have ranged from 2 months to 14-year-olds. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and Care. I have worked in daycare setting in the infant/toddler classroom but have experience in all ages.
I consider myself a patient, organized, outgoing,...
Janeth can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Janeth was with us for about a year. Always on time, open communication, and the kids loved her. Highly recommend her. "
Chris M.
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Joanna to take care of my 6 month old daughter and I could not have been hapier with my experience. Joanna is smart, professional, caring and very mild mannered. My daughter has progressed beautifully under her care and I would highly recommend Joanna to...
Zina S.
Elizabeth M.
Woodridge, IL
$14-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have my associates degree and am now pursuing a bachelor's degree in elementary education. I have a passion for childcare and teaching; my favorite age groups are infants and toddlers.
I have been babysitting and nannying for over 10 years and have experience working in a daycare (mostly with toddlers). I am First...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Elizabeth is great with kids; she is attentive to them and not the type of person to sit on her phone. Instead, every kid she's cared for always has a good time and is taken good care of."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 32 years old, married and I am from Brazil. In 2004, I started a volunteer job in a church near my house taking care of kids in need. . After that I worked for three different families, with whom I have a great relationship. Currently I am working with a great family for the past 6 years and looking for a new full time...
Fernanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Fernanda took care of my daughter since she was 6 weeks old (she is now 6 months old). She was great with my daughter and took care of her really well. She genuinely loves my daughter and cares for her above and beyond what is expected of a nanny. She was also very...
Jyotsna R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Belle and I would love to be your babysitter! I am 20 years old and I graduated from high school in three years. After high school I took a gap year which I spent as a full time nanny. I am now going into my junior year of college and majoring in Event Management. I have experience in babysitting, mother's helping,...
Belle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Belle is a sweet, responsible caregiver. She is very attentive to the children and has lots of energy for walks, games, etc. She is also very responsive to parents' requests and checks in when she has questions or concerns. I recommend her highly!"
Sylvia S.
Gretchene D.
Hinsdale, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Educated Filipino Available For Infant Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for my two nephews from birth through their grammar school years. I changed diapers, bottle fed them, took them to the doctors, bathed them, cooked their meals, and assisted them with their school work. I am fluent in English, Tagalog, Visaya and Japanese.
5.0
"I love Gretchene and so does my 4 year old daughter. She plays with her and helps her write her abc's. She watches movies with her and she also cleans the kitchen. I'm grateful for her. She is always available when I need her, on time and sweet as can be. She loves...
Jessica N.
5.0
(1)
I have been a nanny/sitter . I have experience with almost all things kid related.(drop off, pick up, commute to games, field trips etc.) I have cared for kids of all ages the youngest being 6 months. I am experience with sitting a group of children between 3-6 at a time.
I have experienced having to make meals for the...
Ligibett can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ligibett has watched our 3 kids multiple times and she always does a phenomenal job. They love having her and ask frequently when she’s coming back. She’s also great with our dog and the house is always in great shape when we get home! Ligibett is fantastic and any...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Stephanie. I am a Nursing student passionate about a career in Midwifery. I love working with children and anyone in need of personalized and compassionate care. I have been a dance teacher (ages 4-18) for four years as well as a Resident Care Associate at an Assisted Living facility for seniors since 2019. My...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie was awesome! She cared for our toddler son while we had a gap in daycare coverage. She was incredibly kind and patient with him and he really enjoyed having her come. She was very professional and I would highly recommend her to others!"
Austin M.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, l have a great background in Early Education, after school, and a float in between toddler and infant rooms. Playing, and reading are my specialties, as long as the children are engaged, they are learning. My experience as a nanny has been nothing but positive. I love when the children are growing and learning in their...
Diana can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Diana took care of our adult son after he suffered a brain tumor that hemorrhaged. She got him up, helped him shower fixed his breakfast lunch etc. She took him to his many therapies and watched and helped with his exercises at home. He could only walk with...
Barbara R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was in high school and also started working at an in-home child care facility in Oak Park, IL. The range of children I worked with at this child care center was from 1 year to 5 years old. I was a nanny during the summers of my undergraduate career. During these summers, I worked with children from...
Nia-imani can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nia took care of my 3 little ones. They absolutely loved her calm, fun presence. A natural with children. I highly recommend Nia. "
Care member
4.8
(7)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have taken care of my friends children on a daily scheduled basis. I have also taken care of and helped raise my siblings' children. I've taken care of newborns to 12-year-olds. I am very big on reading and arts and crafts. Anything to keep children's minds stimulated. I speak both English and Spanish fluently.
Evelyn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Evelyn was with our family for over 4 years. During this time, she helped our family raise our three daughters from newborns to infants to toddlers. Evelyn is highly dependable, patient, kind, punctual and trustworthy. She is extremely creative and regularly did...
Sam M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Priscila, I am a full time babysitter with the following certifications and experiences:
More than 10, 000 hours proven with children from 0 to 8 years old. (Certified By Cultural care Au pair)
- Aid CPR AED certified (American Heart Association).
- Special Needs Experiences:
(Autism and ADHD).
- Course:...
Priscila can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Priscilla to babysit our 7 year old daughter. Everything went extremely well and our daughter is really excited to see her again! Would not hesitate to recommend"
Julie C.
5.0
(4)
Hello, my name is Jocelyn. If I could only choose three words to describe myself they would be patient, loving, and creative. I first nannied a baby from the age of 8 months until the age of 16 months, and used to babysit for different families on weekends. I've been the nanny to a wonderful family and their two children for...
Jocelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jocelyn has a beautiful personality that is very relatable to young children and teens. She is very attentive. My teen loves to talk with and hang out with her because she is such a great listener. She is very creative,hard working, reliable, and has a wonderful...
Sherry H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a lifelong nanny, married with a college educated daughter. I have spent my entire career providing loving care for children. 27 of those years I spent with just three families. Now I'm going to the weddings of my first kids! My current family is growing up and I am looking for a new family to help. I love being part of a...
Elena can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I would absolutely recommend Elena. She is very reliable and motivated and approaches everything with care and patience. She cared for and helped raise our two daughters, M. (2 years old) and H. (3 months old) from late 2021 into 2022. Elena came to work on time,...
Jamie F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping and cooking/meal preparation, laundry, assisting with homework, fun outside & inside activities, craft and so much more!
Kenia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Happy personality. Genuinely enjoys playing with E (3 year old)"
Elizabeth O.
Yasmine S.
Cicero, IL
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there!
I'm a 22-year-old educator! I work at an Elementary School located in Brookfield IL.
My passion for working with children has always stemmed very deeply, My job has always brought me great joy and a sense of purpose knowing I am caring for my little people who will soon be the future of our world. I enjoy jumping to...
5.0
"Yasmine was an amazing help for my family. My 2 girls enjoyed having her as a babysitter. Her professionalism and reliability was outstanding.
We would definitely recommend to any families looking for care. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Cynthia. I have been in the child care field for 10 years. I started off as a volunteer for my youth ministry and ventured to be a 4th grade catechist teacher for my parish. From there I was given the opportunity to work for my local park district as a teacher aide. I went on to become a nanny and babysitter...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Cynthia was so amazing! She is responsible, caring, and great with my kids. Highly recommend!!"
Care member
Susan B.
Elmhurst, IL
$20-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!
I was a professor at the Art Institute of Chicago while my kids were growing up and now I work from home during the day. I am looking for evening and weekend work, or covering last minute emergencies or travel.
I've been a part-time nanny and babysitter for an amazing family for the last 5 years. They have a full time...
Susan can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Susan is the best! My kids look forward to her coming over - they do crafts, games, dance parties.... She's always on time, very communicative and very responsible. When we unexpectedly lost our nanny she jumped in and didn't miss a beat. We wished she could have...
Melissa S.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in La Grange, IL
Francisca A.
3.0
Francisca was great initially - she watched the kids, and did some light housework when the kids messed something up! It was great. She was with us for 2 months and she didn't provide adequate notice when she wanted to stop working. We could see signs of disengagement 2 weeks out because the kids...
- Myra C.
Marykate G.
5.0
Marykate is absolutely amazing!!! She is sweet and caring. She watched our 1yo last summer and occasionally had all 3 kids (6,4,1) and our children adore her. Marykate was our first time hire from care.com and we got so lucky with such amazing person. We were sad that she was only available during...
- Lina B.
Janeth H.
5.0
Very good with kids. They were kept active and off devices. House was clean after kids went to bed.
- Vasantha S.
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.
Elizabeth M.
5.0
Elizabeth is great with kids; she is attentive to them and not the type of person to sit on her phone. Instead, every kid she's cared for always has a good time and is taken good care of.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in La Grange, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in La Grange, IL?
You can review 16 after school babysitter profiles near you in La Grange, 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 La Grange, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in La Grange, IL is $19.31. 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 La Grange, 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 La Grange, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in La Grange, 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 La Grange, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in La Grange, IL?
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 La Grange, IL.