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Samantha D.

Lake Bluff, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sam and I've been babysitting since I was basically a kid myself! I love kids and was a nanny the past two summers for a young special needs girl. I have experience babysitting newborns and multiple children at a time! I also worked as a caregiver at the after school daycare for St. Mary's Primary School. I'm...
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Alexandra M.

Fun Is My Middle Name

Lake Bluff, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! Nice to meet you! I have over 12 years of child care under my belt! My mom has been in the medical field my whole life and as a single mom she also babysat for families on the side and as I was growing up I would go with her! I also have a 9-year-old nephew and a 17-year-old niece! I love pets and am open to carpool,...
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Abigail M.

Lake Bluff, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
As a compassionate and nurturing caregiver with eight years of experience, I'm dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to thrive. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on young lives. As well I...
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Kerrigan W.

Lake Bluff, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
I am currently a nursing student at UIUC and have been babysitting since I was 14! I have nannied for two families full time in the past, both had three boys. I love kids and am hoping to go into pediatrics in the future! I can cook (kind of), drive, and love to clean. Feel free to reach out with any questions :)
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Adriana P.

Nanny

Lake Bluff, IL

4.2(1)
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$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
27 years old nanny/sitter with 7+ years of experience providing care for children aged 0-12 and I really love to work helping the little ones to learn and explore in a safe, warm and enjoyful environment. I'm loving, fun, patient kind and friendly. I'm also a experienced driver with a valid US drivers license and a clean...

Maddie H. says "Adriana is fantastic! Made us feel completely comfortable with leaving our first born son as first time parents. Asked many detailed questions to ensure...

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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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Karch M.

Lake Bluff, IL

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$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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Livvia W.

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I am Livvia, I am 22 years old. I have worked with many family's for date nights & a private sitter for newborn- 12yr., Ive been an after school sitter and worked for the local park districts after school program kids kindergarten-5th grade in the past. I do enjoy working for a family and caring for their kids on a more...

Christopher A. says "Livvia has been a joy to have in our home watching our 1 and 4 year old kids. She's very attentive to our little one, follows directions without...

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Addison S.

Fun And Helpful Sitter

Mundelein, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Sydney W.

Sydney, Your Future Nanny!

Great Lakes, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 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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Molly E.

Experienced Enthusiastic Young Adult

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Samantha W.

Medical Student Looking For Family To Work With

North Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a third year medical student and am looking for work. I would love to get you know you and your family! I love kids and have had a variety of experiences caring for them. I have 7 nieces and nephews (2 y/o - 13 y/o) whom I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. Professionally, I babysat local kids as well as...

Jolly B. says "I had a great experience working with Samantha. I hired her to watch my 5 month old while visiting Asbury Park from out of town. While my child was...

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Meghan K.

Full-Time Nanny

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 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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Janesha L.

Vernon Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
As a childcare provider with 18 years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the development and growth of children. My patient and creative approach, coupled with my friendly demeanor, allows me to connect with children of all ages. I believe in open communication with parents and provide regular updates on their...

Care Member says "Nesha is a very caring care taker for my child. From day 1 she asked to learn and adjust to our setup and she brings her expertise with child care and...

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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
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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Kathleen R.

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Vernon Hills, IL

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Kathleen and I have a degree in German Education. After working at a summer school working with second graders, I decided to become an au pair in Germany and absolutely loved it. Currently I am live in support for international teenagers studying in the USA and am looking for summer work while they go back to...
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Gretchen W.

Lake Forest, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have a heart for kids and creating a nurturing environment where children can grow and thrive. I am currently back in grad school. My schedule is flexible so I am happy to help with babysitting needs, after-school care, tutoring, or last-minute fill-in for a nanny or babysitter who needs a day or longer period off due to...
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Molly C.

Babysitter With Teaching, Recreation, Behavioral Therapist Experience

Libertyville, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
I graduated with a master's in Applied Behavior Analysis in April 2024. I currently work at an ABA clinic with kiddos on the spectrum ages ranging from 2-10. In my free time, I'm usually spending my time studying for my board exam to become a BCBA, reading fiction novels, walking my dog, or spending time with family/friends. I...
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Stephanie A.

A Little More About Me!

Waukegan, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm looking for a job that will further my experience with childcare as I am studying to be a bilingual elementary school teacher. I am home for the summer and will be student teaching nearby in the fall! In my spare time, I like to spend my day outside and try new things as I come across them. I volunteer at school to read...
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Isabella S.

Babysitter Available In Lake County, IL

Vernon Hills, IL

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Isabella, 21 Hi there! I'm available to babysit with flexible hours to fit your needs. I prefer to work 3-4 days a week but am open to adjusting my schedule to work more or less as needed. I have two years of experience working in a daycare, and I've also spent plenty of time babysitting my younger family members. I pride myself...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.71/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 4.5

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

After School Babysitters in Lake Bluff, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Adriana P.

Adriana is fantastic! Made us feel completely comfortable with leaving our first born son as first time parents. Asked many detailed...

- Maddie H.

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.

Livvia W.

Livvia has been a joy to have in our home watching our 1 and 4 year old kids. She's very attentive to our little one, follows directions...

- Christopher A.

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

You can review 7 after school babysitter profiles near you in Lake Bluff, 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 Lake Bluff, IL is $19.71. 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 Lake Bluff, 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 Lake Bluff, 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 Lake Bluff, IL.

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