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Agnieszka G.'s Photo

Agnieszka G.

Babysitter

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I'm 45 years, married and I am a mother of two (23 and 16) Non smoker woman. Currently I am working full time as assistant in a Law Office, but this position is not working anymore for me. As a babysitter I have been working for many years , from newborn to teenager. I am a mother, so I totally understand that for each parents...

Lisa S. says "Agnus has been a gift to our family!! She is warm, friendly, nurturing, and so loving to our children! Both my toddler (3) and my infant (8 months) light up...

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Nanny/Babysitter

Hoffman Estates, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I'm reliable, trustworthy, very good driver, CPR certified. I'm looking for long term job with a nice family 16-25 hours per week. For more reviews please see under housekeeping.

Kristina J. says "Vessela worked for us for about 18 months. From the moment we met her, we knew she was a great fit for us! She is extremely efficient, responsible and...

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Fun Sitter

Schaumburg, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I have babysat and been taking care of kids most of my life. I have multiple baby cousins who I care for and also babysit for children of family friends. I am currently teaching 5th grade in District 301 so I have a lot of experience with working with kids on school work and helping with homework. I have nannied outside of...
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Experienced Sitter

Mount Prospect, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I was a nanny for 10 years and even did after school care until Covid. I can help everything run smoothly after school including homework, driving, dinner, etc. As for date night, feel free to relax and enjoy yourself as you can rest assured that the kids are in experienced hands! There's nothing I haven't seen before, and I can...
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Fun, Friendly, Responsible Student

Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I'm Becky- an energetic and reliable caregiver with 7+ years of experience babysitting and a professional background in child and teen development. I'm currently earning my Masters in Social Work, I have a BS in Human Development and Family Science and I'm a Certified Family Life Educator. I've worked as a therapy intern,...
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Nanny/Babysitter

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, I've had the opportunity to work with the family for four years, but the little one is now in school. After that job, I started working as a housekeeper with a family of five in Glenview, but that comes to an end May 31. I am currently seeking a new nanny position. I'm a very caring and nurturing person who is family...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Streamwood, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I worked as a teacher's assistant in every grade K-5 for seven years. During that time I worked with general education students as well as one on one with students with special needs. I have also previously worked as an after school nanny part time. I worked for two different families, each one for a year. Both families had two...
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Victoria S.'s Photo

Roselle, IL

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$35/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I started working with kids when I began babysitting in high school. I since then have worked as a at home care giver, a nanny and currently work as a full time teacher. I offer hours tutoring & babysitting after school during the school year and flexible hours over breaks. In my spare time, I like to draw and play with my...
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Schaumburg, IL

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
My name is Michelle. I am 29 years old. I am currently in my 4th year of medical school looking to babysit while not studying or working. I graduated magna cum laude from The George Washington University with a bachelors degree in Psychology. After GWU, I attended Columbia University for a post-bacc program. I have experience...
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Barrington, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Very reliable sitter, with prior experience. Enjoys working with kids! University students with very flexible hours. Can coach in tennis and do various fun activities with kids!
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Part Time Caregiver

Mount Prospect, IL

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Delia. I have a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology and Bachelor degree in Early Education. I have about 8 years experience working with children as a Toddler and Preschool Teacher, Currently I am a stay home mom with a 21-month-old boy! I have 2 options for babysitting availability: 1. After School Care...
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Sarah N.'s Photo

Schaumburg, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I am an experienced sitter with many skills need to take care of children such as patience and mediating, for arguments. I have experience working in a daycare with children age 3 months to 5 years. I am willing to do as much to help as I am able. I am comfortable with all common household pets!
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About Me!

Prospect Heights, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, playful, kind I like working with kids because their joyfulness and fun brings a smile to my face I'm looking for a job that challenges me but allows me and the kids to have a fun and engaging day. I started working with kids my freshman year of high school when I began babysitting....
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Tess M.'s Photo

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have worked with children in a variety of settings, from babysitting to being a role model as a camp counselor. I have worked with children since I was 16 years of age, and have always thought of myself as a good role model for many of them. I attended college at Michigan State University and obtained my degree in advertising....
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Part Time Baby Sitter And Care Giver Available

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I've worked as an educator in a before and after school program. I also have taken care of younger family members. I enjoy thinking of crafts and activities that are fun and educational.
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Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sylvia, and I am an experienced and dependable babysitter and tutor with over 5 years of experience caring for and assisting children of all ages. Due to my extensive background in child care, I am confident that I can provide your little one with a stimulating, safe, and uplifting environment. In previous years,...
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Arlington Heights, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have about 10 years of experience as a nanny. For the last 3 years, I have been an full time sitter for a 3-year-old boy. Prior to that, I was a nanny for a3-year-old a6-year-old in Highland Park for about four years. Following that, I was a nanny for two children in Northbrook for about two years as well. I am excited about...
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Part Time And Occasional Babysitter Or Nanny! Loves Working With All Ages, Including Seniors :)

Glenview, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi everyone! I am currently a graduate student studying Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Child and Adolescence. I have a history of working with children including babysitting, counseling, and in a school setting. I am looking for a part-time babysitting job near the Milwaukee area. I am typically available on...
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Arlington Heights, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi! My name is Maddie. I am going into my sophomore year at Marquette University as a biomedical engineering major. I love working with kids. I started babysitting my neighbors in high school and also running dance clinics for children at my high school. Last summer, I filled in as a nanny for a 9-year-old girl and 12-year-old...
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Ashley R.'s Photo

Glenview, IL

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$8/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I'm Ashley and I am a junior studying special education at Mizzou. I have had a lot of experience in child care such as being a lead teacher in an infant room at a day care, a camp counselor for3-year-olds for two summers, have been babysitting since I was 13, and nanny for a family of three ranging in ages of 1 to 9! I have...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.82/hr as of January 2026

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

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

You can review 17 after school babysitter profiles near you in Palatine, 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 Palatine, IL is $20.82. 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 Palatine, 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 Palatine, 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 Palatine, IL.

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