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Megan C.

Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I have babysat for over 20 years. When I was a senior in high school, I worked in a preschool. I have babysat for my nieces & nephews ranging from 1-14. I worked with a family with 3 young girls & had 2 to 3 days of entertaining them & cooking for them. Arts & crafts were a regular thing with this family. After I...

Pauline B. says "Megan was great; very accommodating to my rushed schedule and took her time in letting my child warm up to her. Would definitely hire her again."

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Lillian H.

Kind, Fun Grandmotherly Sitter Who Adores Children

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a warm, responsible and mature woman with many years of experience taking care of all ages of children, including those with special needs. I believe in doing all kinds of age appropriate activities with little ones as it helps them grow and learn. I will do crafts, use building toys, read and play games with your children,...

Care Member says "Lillian provided excellent care for our daughter. She is a very caring individual. She cared for our daughter when she was a toddler and she always...

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Katherine J.

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Katie and children are a true inspiration to me. One of the pleasures of working with children is that they are so sweet and I try to help them succeed. As far as working for full or part tome, I am open to both. Animals are a strong passion of mine. I have two dogs, two frogs and a cat. Feel free to message me...

Lori M. says "We interviewed Katie for a nanny opening with our family. She was punctual, friendly, and professional! We went with a candidate whose schedule fit with...

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Madelynn M.

Fun And Reliable Sitter

Oswego, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am a college student who would love to help your family with all of your babysitting needs! I am fun, creative, and reliable!
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Alyssa M.

Fun And Crafty Sitter

Manhattan, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm a fun and hard working 26-year-old. I just graduated with my masters degree from Lewis University in Social Work! I currently work as a school social worker at a therapeutic day school for children with disabilities. I was a CNA for a year. I've also tutored at an after school program at a church helping kids with homework...
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Kaitlin R.

Fun & Creative Sitter!

Coal City, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I have experience in the medical field as well as with children with special needs.
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Kathryn L.

Montgomery, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I love engaging with kids and being able to see through their eyes. My favorite thing about kids is the incredible imagination they're equipped with. I have done everything from babysitting to having my own children. I have 3 children. T is 18, a high school graduate...
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Miriam G.

Bilingual Babysitter

Aurora, IL

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$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm a program coordinator at a nonprofit organization with plenty of experience working with kids. I have previously worked as a substitute teacher for grades pre-k through 12. I also have experience working with refugees and kids with special needs. In addition to that, I'm bilingual and I'm known to be patient,...
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Vanesu J.

Hi I'm Vanesu! Graduate Student With Professional Child Care Experience

Aurora, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I am Vanesu, I am a 23-year-old graduate student looking to help out families this summer! I have a BS in Clinical Psychology, and am currently a Clinical Psychology doctoral student. I love working with children of all ages and am comfortable around pets. I have 2 years of professional experience working with children,...
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Maria M.

Lockport, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am stay home mom of two school kids. I been babysitter for the past 15 years, for the past 6 years I have worked for 3 different family's in my home, I have a nice clean home with big playroom and lots of toys. I have a lots of experience. I love kids, I enjoy playing, doing crafts, reading and more. Excellent references.
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Isabella D.

Dedicated Nanny With A Background In Education And Coaching!

Crest Hill, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience
My name is Isabella, and I've had a passion for working with children since middle school. My journey started with babysitting and volunteering, which led me to take child development courses through community college. I later worked at The Goddard School, where I gained valuable experience in early childhood education before...
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Megan B.

Naperville, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Megan, I'm 22 years old and am entering my final year of college at the end of August, earning my degree in Social Work through an online program at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I've been nannying and babysitting all ages since I was 16, but my experience with children started much earlier. I'm...
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Amanda S.

Aurora, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I have a experience with kids of all ages but I do have the most experience with kids aged newborn-4 years old. I do know CPR and the heimlich, and I am in the process of getting CPR certified. I am very hands on, and flexible with my schedule. I started working with kids when I was in middle school. I watched kids for my...
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Laura N.

Date Night Babysitter

Naperville, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I am a teacher looking to babysit on the weekend and weeknights only. I am a graduate of Illinois State University and teach 2nd grade.
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Carolyn B.

Bolingbrook, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as very compassionate, considerate, and patient I'm looking for a job that appreciates my time, loyalty, and flexibility. I started working with children (3) in 2012 when I started a live-in nanny position that went on until 2022. During this time I helped with the day to day errands and tasks...
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Jordan C.

Child Care

Aurora, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Bringing six years of childcare experience, I'm passionate about creating a positive and engaging environment for children. My previous babysitting roles showed me the importance of supporting families. I strive to be a reliable resource for you. I'm energetic, friendly, and love sparking creativity through arts and crafts,...
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Kim J.

Occasion/Holiday Care

Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old, I am now 21. I am employed as a Before and After school care counselor. During the summer I also work as a summer camp counselor with kids . I attend college at Illinois State University. Currently looking for a Summer 2021 nannying or babysitting job.
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Deisy R.

Spanish Nanny!

Lockport, IL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hola familias, My nombre es Deisy, soy una senora mayor, con muchos anos de experiencia en el cuidado de infantes, hablo espanol, y me encantaria ensenar a hablar espanol a sus hijos!
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Natalia G.

Oswego, IL

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$18/hr
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I started working with children when in 2020 I met a family with a 3-month-old baby. I started as his babysitter and shortly after I became his full-time nanny. Two years later another baby came and I was the nanny for both of them. My job consisted in prepare meals for the children according to dietary guidelines set forth by...
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Ava B.

Child care

New Lenox, IL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I'm a caregiver with 3 years of experience, and I absolutely adore taking care of children! My passion stems from my own large, fun-loving family and my previous babysitting roles. I have a calm, patient, and friendly demeanor, and I prioritize open communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child's day and...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.33/hr as of December 2025

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Minooka, IL

After School Babysitters in Minooka, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Megan C.

Megan was great; very accommodating to my rushed schedule and took her time in letting my child warm up to her. Would definitely hire her...

- Pauline B.

Lillian H.

Lillian provided excellent care for our daughter. She is a very caring individual. She cared for our daughter when she was a toddler and she...

- Care member

Katherine J.

We interviewed Katie for a nanny opening with our family. She was punctual, friendly, and professional! We went with a candidate whose...

- Lori M.

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

You can review 3 after school babysitter profiles near you in Minooka, 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 Minooka, IL is $15.33. 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 Minooka, 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 Minooka, IL can really come in handy.

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