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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
Travel
swimming supervision
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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Hannah G.

Plainfield, IL

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello, my name is Hannah! For the past three years I have been working as a behavior technician. I have worked with children ages 4-17. I am currently working at a therapeutic day school for children who have autism. Here I have also obtained my substitute teaching license. I graduated from Lewis University with a bachelors in...
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Zakary T.

Zak

Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I am a 19-year-old student majoring in special education. Since 8th grade, I've been volunteering with special needs children through different organizations. Prior to the pandemic, I was an assistant coach for Special Olympics gymnastics. The summer of 2019, I watched 2 school-aged boys about 2 days a week. I took them to...
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Katherine L.

Experienced With Young And Special Needs Children

Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
I have been working with children since 2019, where I served as a teaching assistant/student mentor in a Chicago public school as part of the City Year public service program. After this program I worked in a daycare, mainly with infants-toddlers, and most recently I worked with autistic children ages 4-11 in a one-on-one...
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Marissa P.

Plainfield, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a dedicated childcare professional with over 10 years of experience working with children of various ages. With a background in social work, I am currently a school social worker. I am looking for a part-time, before/after school opportunity. With several years of experience in babysitting for families in my community, I've...
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Dawn C.

Retired RN With First Aid And CPR Certification

Plainfield, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I currently nanny for a family of 3. During the school year it is mainly after school part time There are mornings that I would be available but not most afternoons.. This past school year was the final year that I worked for a set of twins and little sister. I was with them for 13 years. All are now in middle school and do not...
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Nicole S.

Plainfield, IL

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$23/hr
2 years experience
I've loved caring for children since raising my three children, who are all grown up now. As a patient, calm, and friendly caregiver, I have two years of experience and can comfortably look after up to four children of all ages. Whether it's playing active games or engaging in any activity that makes them happy, I'm always up...
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Faith M.

Positive And Experienced College Student!

Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hi, I'm Faith! I am currently a Senior at Illinois State University, and I am majoring in Family and Consumer Sciences. I have experience working as a nanny and an after school care counselor for the past 6 years! I have worked with kids of all ages and get along with parents and children alike! I love to have fun and plan...
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Habiba A.

College Student, Looking For A Hustle On The Side

Plainfield, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
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Taking care of children has always been my favorite thing to do. I worked at the Plainfield YMCA as a summer camp counselor and loved it! I have grown up taking care of my brothers, and volunteering as a babysitter at my local mosque and around the neighborhood. I am very punctual, and can also help with homework and some house...
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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
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
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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Erica P.

Erica

Plainfield, IL

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$24/hr
8 years experience
Hello! My name is Erica, and I have a deep passion for caring for children. With extensive experience in babysitting and nannying, I am committed to providing nurturing and engaging care for your little ones. During my college years, I worked as the aftercare coordinator at a Montessori school, where I was successful in creating...
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Cayli W.

Plainfield, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Fueling children's curiosity and growth is my passion! For the past three years, I've had the joy of caring for children aged newborn to pre-teen. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I communicate openly with parents, using their preferred method, and I am comfortable enforcing household rules. I enjoy playing outdoor games,...
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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
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
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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Beatriz D.

Responsible And Fun Nanny/sitter

Plainfield, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 4 years of work experience in the US. Also, my mother is a kindergarten teacher, and I used to assist her with class and recess activities. I'm confident in my ability to care for children of all ages. I'm very reliable, patient, organized, and multitasker. I'm also a strong driver.
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Alexis D.

Plainfield, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! I've been babysitting for years now since I have two younger brothers. I can do light cleaning, cook some meals, interact/play with children. I do currently work as a CNA and I am in college, so my schedule is pretty set but we can always work something out if my schedule allows !
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Daria P.

Nanny

Plainfield, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Daria, and I have over 10 years of paid childcare experience, including nannying and working as an Aftercare Coordinator at the Joliet Montessori School. In addition to my professional background, I've raised three wonderful children of my own-now all grown-which has given me a deep understanding of the needs of...
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Isabella R.

Plainfield, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
I've been a childcare provider for over seven years. My passion for nurturing children's growth and development, coupled with my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, inspired me to pursue a career in caregiving. I believe in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where children feel safe and encouraged...
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Viridiana L.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
Craft assistance
I have been babysitting for quite some time up until I went off to college. However, my experience with kids did not stop after I went to pursue my studies as I worked with kids on a daily basis as an Education major!
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Lexa G.

Nanny

Plainfield, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a full-time high school social worker in Naperville. With summers off, I'm looking for a wonderful family to care for during the summer of 2025! I hold a bachelor's degree in Social Work from Texas Christian University and a master's from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I have extensive experience working with...
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Samia A.

Part Time Babysitter/Nanny

Naperville, IL

3.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I am currently looking for full time position (open to part time). I have plenty of experience working with children of all ages. Ive had the responsibility of taking children to activities, and have experience working with children ranging from infants to teens and hold an RBT certificate so my experience ranges from small...

Adham O. says "Samia is an amazing babysitter. Our kids loved her, we have finally found a reliable and kind babysitter."

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 5.0

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

After School Babysitters in Plainfield, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

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

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.

Samia A.

Samia is an amazing babysitter. Our kids loved her, we have finally found a reliable and kind babysitter.

- Adham O.

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

You can review 19 after school babysitter profiles near you in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, IL is $20.00. 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 Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, IL.

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