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60 after school babysitters are listed in River Forest, IL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in River Forest, IL
Madeline L.
Chicago, IL
$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madeline L, and I am relocating to the Bay Area after graduating nursing school. I absolutely love children, and I have many years of child care experience as it is something I am so passionate about! I am a Registered Nurse, Certified Nurses' Aide, and CPR, First Aide and AED trained and certified.
Madeline can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was in high school and also started working at an in-home child care facility in Oak Park, IL. The range of children I worked with at this child care center was from 1 year to 5 years old. I was a nanny during the summers of my undergraduate career. During these summers, I worked with children from...
Nia-imani can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nia took care of my 3 little ones. They absolutely loved her calm, fun presence. A natural with children. I highly recommend Nia. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Teaching for almost seven years in a Montessori-based program has greatly influenced my philosophy on childcare and learning. Combining these experiences, with many college courses in Child Development at Joliet Junior College, I believe that, as one who works with children, I should emulate patience and provide guidance,...
Kimi Rose can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kimi is a wonderful caregiver. I appreciate her laid-back manner and yet know she is always coming up with great ideas for play. (Maybe it's her extensive preschool experience!) My daughter loves her - the books she shares, the crazy makeup/dress up she can pull...
Lara T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda and I'm a 27-year-old Ball State graduate living in Uptown. I'm primarily an actor, but was studying to be an elementary school teacher before I switched my major to follow my passion. I am an aunt to 5 kiddos, have lots of nannying/babysitting experience with children of all ages and have worked as a camp...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda watched three of my kids and she was wonderful. She arrived early and my kids instantly felt comfortable around her. They played games and did puzzles until I returned. My kids have been asking to have her back!"
Erika W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Amy . I have 3 years of experience working at a childcare facility working with infants through preschoolers. I also earned my Bachelor's degree in psychology at University back in 2018. I am currently attending graduate student at University (only remote learning). I'm looking for a part time position to...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Amy was on time to watch our toddler and sent me pictures throughout the day. Our daughter was exhausted from all of the fun and slept great that night! I would highly recommend Amy and we're excited to have her come back in the future."
Brittany S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 4 beautiful kids; I raised my kids by myself. I have a bachelor's degree in sociology from my native country and also have Bachelor's degree in Sociology U. S Equivalent Summary. I do have 17 credit hours of High school Diploma credited by Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin....
Dilaram can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Ms. D is excellent with my toddler. Ms. D is trustworthy, helpful, and builds a caring relationship with the young ones she watches. Ms. D. is always ready with games and activities -- any family is lucky to have her!"
Adam F.
Olivia R.
Chicago, IL
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Patient, loving, and nurturing Nanny with experience caring for newborns and older. Skilled in creating fun, engaging and educational activities for all children. Encouraging children to be the best versions of themselves while assisting them with the activities they love and excel at.
Here is a brief rundown of my employment...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia was a great nanny: punctual, communicative, and trustworthy. She watched my 4-month-old son on weekdays for a month. She was often better than I was at putting him down for naps, and did not get stressed out when he cried at her. I felt comfortable leaving...
Nicole S.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name is Toni and I live in Chicago. A little about me: I worked at a daycare throughout college for over 4 years. I also have a BS degree from Western Michigan University. I currently work in healthcare management with Family Medicine Residents during their 3-year training program. I am hoping to find a family with...
Toni can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She works great with my kids and family as a whole. She is practically one of us! I would recommend her in a heartbeat! So fun and does great work"
Sara B.
Khrystyna V.
Chicago, IL
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation and I like play with child
Khrystyna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Khrystyna did an excellent job cleaning our house. We would definitely use her again!"
Christopher H.
3.5
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a behavior therapist by profession and currently in graduate school in Chicago pursuing a masters degree. I absolutely love working with kids and have 10 years of experience!
Ayesha can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ayesha was by far the best babysitter I hired to care for my two babies. It’s been very tough leaving them with someone, but she made me comfortable right from the get-go. I absolutely recommend her to anyone that needs care for their children!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with after school care which can include homework help, chores, and other fun activities!
Tinotenda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tino is a delight. High energy and very involved, I heard lots of praise and reinforcement of good choices, redirecting as needed. I recommend her, you won't be disappointed."
Stephanie D.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lily! Through 12 years of being a babysitter, six years of being a camp counselor, and 10 of years of being a tutor, I have gained an immense amount of experience working with and caring for children ages five to 18. I love to plan fun and unique activities, as well as help kids with their daily routines. If I...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lily did a great job with our four month old daughter. She was punctual, professional and adaptable. We would definitely hire her again."
Sara S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jamie! I am 23 years old. I am a recent Indiana University graduate, receiving a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education. I am currently a 3rd grade teacher. For the past year I have been working at a daycare and preschool facility, as well as full time student teaching. I have been a camp counselor for the past 4 years...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I have known Jamie for 5 years since she got involved as a volunteer dance instructors for children at S. Elementary. Jamie instructed dances 2 consecutive seasons of the dance program. She also did an internship with our Linkages to Learning Program at the school...
Ana S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Im Lauren, a recent college graduate of Loyola University Chicago!
I've been an on-and-off nanny since 2017! I have a wide range of experience, from newborns, toddlers, to school aged children.
I also am an avid cook and love to clean as well!
In my free time, I volunteer at Lurie Children's Hospital as a bedside...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Lauren is very sweet and patient with my children. She is always on time and shows flexibility when my plans changed. I would hire her again"
Carlo C.
5.0
(1)
Dani (they/them) is a Queer, Trans Non-Binary Nanny. They've had a long history of working with babies, kids, and families both in their personal life and professionally. For over 7 years, they were the go-to babysitter for family and friends, where they gained experience using cloth diapers and wipes with newborns and babies,...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Dani helped us out for a month when the parents faced a high workload. I appreciated their reliability, trustworthiness, open communication style, and kindness. Dani has a very calm presence and patience particularly when bonding with a special-needs child. They...
Madlen W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a lifelong nanny, married with a college educated daughter. I have spent my entire career providing loving care for children. 27 of those years I spent with just three families. Now I'm going to the weddings of my first kids! My current family is growing up and I am looking for a new family to help. I love being part of a...
Elena can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elena has cared for our sons since our oldest were born, almost 9 years ago. She is loving, dependable, and trustworthy. Our boys love her like family. In addition to caring for the children, she also does light housework and always has the house looking neat when...
Sarah T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Caley and I would love to get kids away from the screen, explore outside, and bring on the creativity. I am also happy to assist with virtual classes and school curriculum help. I can provide childcare, English tutoring, and general music/cello lessons.
I am a senior at DePaul University in Chicago studying...
Caley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Caley is great with my kids. She is patient, and kind. My kids are always so happy to see her!!"
Sheree D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Demetra and I am able to fulfill any part-time childcare needs during both weekdays and weekends. I have three years of experience in childcare with toddler and elementary-age children. I am able to change diapers, perform light housekeeping tasks, assist with homework, and drive if necessary. I speak French and...
Demetra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Responsible babysitter with several years of experience caring for children of various ages during evening and weekends. Skilled in creating fun and educational activities, while also ensuring safety. First aid and CPR certified. College credit in early childhood education. Excellent references upon request.
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth has always had a special place in her heart for children - especially, those that need extra help. She can be relied upon and has many years of experience in this field. Elizabeth is a great addition to any child care facility. "
Bridget M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Over the past 10 years, I have held many job titles: babysitter, counselor, teacher, tutor, and nanny. Each new job and title has reinforced my passion and love for working with kids!
I love planning creative activities and adventures to encourage kids' curiosity and interests. I'm a huge lover of animals and...
Adrian can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Adrian was great! She showed up on time and quickly made us comfortable with her ability to watch our two kids. She stayed in touch over the course of the evening and my daughter (who often has a tough time with new people) was very sad she had to leave. We hope to...
Alexis B.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in River Forest, IL
Nia-imani A.
5.0
My 3 year old son had a wonderful day with Nia. Based on her interactions with my son, it is clear she is highly skilled and experienced working with children. At the end of the day, my son let me know he’s looking forward to the next time he can play with Nia.
- Mindy G.
Kimi Rose V.
5.0
Kimi is a wonderful caregiver. I appreciate her laid-back manner and yet know she is always coming up with great ideas for play. (Maybe it's her extensive preschool experience!) My daughter loves her - the books she shares, the crazy makeup/dress up she can pull off, and Kimi's gentle presence when...
- Lara T.
Amanda W.
5.0
Amanda watched three of my kids and she was wonderful. She arrived early and my kids instantly felt comfortable around her. They played games and did puzzles until I returned. My kids have been asking to have her back!
- Erika W.
Amy R.
5.0
Amy was on time to watch our toddler and sent me pictures throughout the day. Our daughter was exhausted from all of the fun and slept great that night! I would highly recommend Amy and we're excited to have her come back in the future.
- Brittany S.
Dilaram L.
5.0
Amazing personality and very caring.
- Mohamed T.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in River Forest, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in River Forest, IL?
You can review 5 after school babysitter profiles near you in River Forest, 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 River Forest, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in River Forest, IL is $18.00. 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 River Forest, 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 River Forest, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in River Forest, 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 River Forest, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in River Forest, IL?
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 River Forest, IL.