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60 after school babysitters are listed in McHenry, IL
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in McHenry, IL
Joy B.
McHenry, IL
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an aspiring nursing student and its in my nature to care for others. I have a niece (4yo) and a nephew (7yo) that have given me most of my experience. But I'm great with all ages. I like to provide a respectful, joyful, and kind atmosphere. I can help with housekeeping, running errands, cooking small meals, school work, and...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our boys had such a wonderful time with Joy. She filled in for our nanny over 8 weeks when we needed full time support. The kids took to her fast and enjoyed playtime with her. She's curious about kids and made up fun games that my toddlers loved. She was always...
Lara B.
Hello! I'm a caring and passionate babysitter with over 5 years of experience taking care of newborns to 8 years old. I love doing arts and crafts activities, going to the park and exploring nature, playing games indoors as well as educational activities. I'm a certified first-aid and CPR provider. I am confident that I can...
Hi! I'm 19 years old and have 2 years of childcare experience. I previously worked at an elementary after school program. I loved working with the kids and seeing their energy and imagination. I can help with light housekeeping, pickup/dropoffs at school or activities, laundry, dishes, and light snacks/meals. I love all thing...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Katie T.
McHenry, IL
$10-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Afternoon And Weekend Sitter Looking To Help Out With Your Kids
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as caring, helpful, friendly.
I like working with kids because they are fun and have wonderful imaginations, and I can learn from them.
I'm looking for a job that I can do after my regular job (7am-3:30pm) or on the weekends.
I started working with kids when I was in high school. I have been...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Katie was great with our Lainey. Lainey warmed up to her right away. She took great care of her. Katie sent photos daily while we were gone with updates. We appreciated that, and it allowed us to enjoy our trip without worrying about Lainey."
Sue B.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My dream would be to find a family I could partner with regularly. Consistency is something I value as I find it important for the children I work with, as well as for myself. I would love to be an extension of your family helping out with transportation, cooking, and whatever else is needed to help you and your family.
Zuri can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hi there! I'm married and have (2) kids of my own, my daughter is 11 and my son is 9. I started nannying my brother's twins from the time they were a few months old until just recently when they started preschool. I still take care of them from time to time as well as their neighbor's children age 1 and 3, but it's very...
Tami can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi my name is Emma! I am going to be a junior at ISU. I come from a family of 5 children, 3 that are younger. So I started off watching my little brothers and sisters and then eventually babysat kids within my neighborhood. I have babysat kids ages 2-10 so I love kids of all ages! If it is nice out I like to take kids outside,...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been an elementary teacher and youth softball coach for 4 years. I have 12+ years of experience babysitting, from occasional date nights, to full-time summer nanny. I have babysat for families ranging from one child to 5 children, ages 5 months to 13 years old.
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Jessica R.
McHenry, IL
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
My name is Jessica, I am looking for babysitting/nanny in the mornings. I have always worked with children, I have experience with all ages. I worked in a daycare for a year and loved working with the children. I love outdoors, doing crafts and playing games with the kids! Please let me know if I would be a good fit for what you...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have over 25 years of experience. I can help with reading and crafts. I'm comfortable with any pets. Non smoking and fully vaccinated.
I'm looking to help with regular overnight assistance but am open to one time babysitting needs as well.
Denise can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hi my name is Wildy Chapman, I'm a Filipino, speak and understanding English. I am a mother of 2 children 10 yrs old and 19yrs old both boys. And 3 step children which is 22, 19, and 17yrs old. I have experienced working as a babysitter, but I'm currently employed working as an elderly caregiver, I work senior caregiver for 5...
Wildy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jordan H.
McHenry, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi families!
I recently moved to Mchenry and would love to find a family closer to home! I've been a career nanny for 10 years with a college background in Early Childhood Education. I'm CPR/ First Aid certified and covid vaccinated. I'd love to find a long term position with a family I can grow a strong bond with. I'm also...
Jordan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jordan worked for us for a couple months before she moved and we miss her! She was great with our kids and took her job seriously. What we liked most about her is that she was very motivated to coming up with educational/fun activities for our kids and would always...
Michelle M.
Hello!
My name is Emily. I am a single mom of two wonderful children ages 7&2. I have been a teacher for a little over 3 years. Before that, I spent 3 years working with adults and children diagnosed with Autism spectrum disorder. Some of my skills are implementing and writing lesson plans or activities,
I'd describe my...
Hayden B.
McHenry, IL
$16-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I have kids of my own & love watching them learn & discover new things.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to do something I love while being able to stay with my daughter.
I started working with kids when I was in middle school I would help with my siblings & also babysat regularly for...
I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am comfortable around animals and I am able to adapt to situations. I learn from my mistakes and try to complete a job better each time I do it. Available for child care
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Vicki I am the mother to 3 young adult children. My oldest daughter just got married last year, my middle daughter is currently going to school at NIU, and my youngest son is pursuing a business career down in the city. I would love to help you any way I can.
On top of being a Mom I've also helped other families in...
Vicki can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Vicki is very dependable and always punctual. She's been watching my son since he was 3 months old. My son actually calls her auntie :) "
Vanessa R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a Pre-K teacher and mother of a 12 yr old and 2 yr old, girls.
I have over 10 years of childcare experience, ages newborn to pre teen, iand CPR/ First Aid certified.
I have some evenings and weekends open to help families.
I am super pet friendly and even available to help care for pets.
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"She was the only person I would trust my 2 month old baby with. She is very loving and cares for my daughter like she would her own."
Alison R.
Shari W.
Woodstock, IL
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi There, I'm Shari!
I have had a passion working in childcare for over 20 years. I have worked in daycare facilities since 1990. I have experience working with infant's, toddler's ages two and three. I absolutely love working with children and am currently wanting to transition to nannying since it's more one to one. I do know...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had an interview with Shari, we loved her and her background but chose to go with another sitter. But we highly recommend her based on her attitude and knowledge. :-)"
Shayna C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Carli and I am 32 years old. I have a 9 year old son and our family lives in Cary.
After much thought, I am looking to leave my current employment to go back to school to pursue massage therapy. Going back to nannying would allow me the flexibility to be able to pursue that goal.
I was a former full time...
Carli can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carli is fantastic! She was with our family for a year and was always on time and very responsible. Carli took care of our two year old and he adores her. I highly recommend Carli and we never had to worry about our son being in her care. Carli has a great...
John K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I would be so excited to be a part of the family! My passion in life is helping and caring for others, especially children! I am currently attending Graduate School to review my Masters in Speech Language Pathology, preferably for children with special needs. I am CPR / First Aid Certified and renewed those certifications...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never anxious about being left with someone new. It was a delightful experience."
Susan O.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in McHenry, IL
Joy B.
5.0
Our boys had such a wonderful time with Joy. She filled in for our nanny over 8 weeks when we needed full time support. The kids took to her fast and enjoyed playtime with her. She's curious about kids and made up fun games that my toddlers loved. She was always prompt to arrive, communicative with...
- Lara B.
Katie T.
5.0
Katie was great with our Lainey. Lainey warmed up to her right away. She took great care of her. Katie sent photos daily while we were gone with updates. We appreciated that, and it allowed us to enjoy our trip without worrying about Lainey.
- Sue B.
Jordan H.
5.0
Jordan has been a nanny for our kids for the past six months. As a photographer, I work both outside and inside the home, but mainly in the office or studio. That being said, I have been able to see and hear on a daily basis how Jordan is with our children. I have been so happy with her! Our kids...
- Katie S.
Vicki P.
5.0
Vicki is very dependable and always punctual. She's been watching my son since he was 3 months old. My son actually calls her auntie :)
- Vanessa R.
Sara S.
5.0
Sara helped me out in a pinch as a back up to the person I primarily used. She was always on time and made sure my son started his homework as expected. She was also very sweet and personable with him and genuinely made him feel like she cared about what mattered to him. I was very happy with Sara's...
- Michelle W.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in McHenry, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in McHenry, IL?
You can review 15 after school babysitter profiles near you in McHenry, 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 McHenry, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in McHenry, IL is $16.00. 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 McHenry, 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 McHenry, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in McHenry, 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 McHenry, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in McHenry, IL?
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Ratings for McHenry, IL after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in McHenry, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.