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Bonnie M.

River Grove, IL

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Dance, sing, play, imagine, and read. These are just some of the activities I enjoyed while raising my children and I want to be able to share this joy with others. Reach out to me to see if I fit your family needs.
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Aubrey G.

Camp Counselor Over The Summer

River Grove, IL

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$14/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I'm an incoming college students who has gotten along with kids younger than me all my life which encouraged me to be a counselor for my first ever job. After the first time being a counselor I decided to take a preschool class during high school and ever since then I've gotten certified in many things such as: SIDS, shaken baby...
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Chelsea R.

River Grove, IL

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$19/hr
6 years experience
Hi I'm Chelsea and I enjoy working and I'm looking for opportunities to help out families in between my school hours. I'm currently a Junior in college so any time I can offer is out there! I like working with kids because I enjoy seeing them grow and understand how this is their childhood so I have some impact on making it all...
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Samantha W.

Medical Student Looking For Family To Work With

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
*Currently on break with wide availability Nov 10 - Feb 1st* I am a fourth year medical student and am looking for work. I would love to get you know you and your family! I love kids and have had a variety of experiences caring for them including newborns, bedtime, overnights, and long weekends! I have 8 nieces and nephews (1...

Jolly B. says "I had a great experience working with Samantha. I hired her to watch my 5 month old while visiting Asbury Park from out of town. While my child was...

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Isabel S.

Kid At Heart!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Isabel. I am a 22-year-old experienced babysitter. I have been taking care of children for 5 years. In addition to that I have also worked as an ABA/Behavior therapist at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders Inc. This has given me the opportunity to work with children in a clinical setting from ages...

Susan S. says "Isabel is one of the best babysitters we've had! She is wonderful with our daughter: patient, fun, safe, and kind. She responds quickly to requests to...

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Lekayla H.

Broadview, IL

4.0(0)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Le'Kayla. I am 24 years old. I am a recent grad from Columbia College Chicago. I currently serve at my church as the youth music leader. I've been serving there since I was 16 years old. I became a babysitter at the age of 14 or 15 years old. It started as a family business and grew into a passion of mine. I...
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Carinda L.

Experienced Child Care Worker Available For After-School Care & The Occasional Date/Weekend Night

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$61/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I started babysitting other children in my neighborhood when I was 13. One family I worked with had 6-year-old triplets. Another family had 3 girls ages 4-10. I have two nephews that are 7 & 8 that I love hanging out with. I also have experience with infants. I have coached 2nd & 3rd grade basketball and have been a teachers...

Emily H. says "Carinda and I run recess and after school programs at a local elementary school and she is a wonderful worker, who connects well with kids and other staff...

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Zoe T.

Children's Theatre Artist Could Be Your Next Sitter/Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I am looking to provide childcare, creative activities, cooking, and light cleaning for a fantastic family! I am a Teaching Artist who works in children's theatre and teaching drama classes. My approach with children is to redirect them in a playful manner while emphasizing safe choices. My advanced education shows my...

Tokiko B. says "Zoe has been wonderful with our 6-year-old son! She always brings some materials to do fun things with my super active and interested little boy :) Zoe...

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Kimi Rose V.

Full Time Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
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,...

Lara T. says "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...

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Nevaeh S.

Fun, Loving, Babysitter

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello I started working with children when I was 17 years old. I babysat while I was in high school, after high school I worked at Kindercare learning center in Elmhurst. I work with different age groups, I've worked with babies, toddlers, children, and school age children. I am CPR certified and I obtained my CDA (Child...

Care Member says "Nevaeh is great with children, she is very kind and caring. She was a constant babysitter for my family, she connected well with my children. "

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Abby R.

Part- Time Summer Babysitter

Park Ridge, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'm Abby! I am currently a sophomore in college. I have babysat for multiple families over the past six years during the school year and summer. I have experience with children ages 2-14 years old. As well as babysitting for families, I have also worked for an after-school care program and as a summer camp counselor. I can...

Lauren J. says "Abby was a very easy going sitter! She was always on time and kept my kids safe. My two little ones can be a handful at times but it didn't seem to...

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Rebecca T.

Experienced, Responsible, FUN Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Hello! I'm Becca. I have a Molecular Biology degree and have nannied/babysat for years. I just ended my full time nanny role to start my career in medical sales, but I'd love to continue helping out with after school needs/date nights/tutoring. I went to babysitting and CPR training when I was a teenager, and ever since then I...

Anna Elizabeth W. says "We enthusiastically recommend Becca! Becca cared for our infant daughter for three months until she was ready for daycare, and occasionally our...

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Rachele S.

Fun And Nurturing Part Time Nanny

Berwyn, IL

4.6(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Rachele! I'm 30 years old and I live in Berwyn. I am a very kind, compassionate, and nurturing person who loves children. I like to stay active with kids doing anything fun and interactive, while also keeping them safe. I have been a nanny for over 10 years now and have taken care of children as young as newborns to...

Millie K. says "Met with Rachele for care for our little guy. She was on time and came to meet us after a long day for her. We are very excited to have her start with us....

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Cashmear M.

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience
Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.

Marlee H. says "Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust...

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Madison E.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
I bring over 10 years of experience in child's care! My background includes working in a variety of settings such as after-school programs, summer camps, nannying, and daycare. I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages-from infants to teenagers-and managing the needs of multiple children at once. I am currently a...

Care Member says "Madison cared for my 8-month-old when she was home sick from daycare for a couple days while I worked and my husband was out of town. I felt so lucky to...

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Juanita L.

Enthusiastic Babysitter Available For Weeknights.

Bellwood, IL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I've being babysitting for the past 7+ years. I'm 22 years old and I have experience with all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I've volunteered at an elementary school to help with the younger students, K-3rd grade perform in a play. I've volunteered at a daycare assisting with the toddlers and infants. I'm also...

Nyemarie M. says "Juanita was great with my 5 year old daughter. I reached out to her last minute and she was available to come the next day. My daughter loved her. I...

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Oana L.

Child Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
I have experience in babysitting multiple children at one time, ages 2 to 5, also I grew up watching for my cousins (twins), from the time they were born to the time they went to school. I have outstanding cooking skills (4-6 years experience with serving, food prep and pastry school, etc), cleaning skills (1-2 years...

Jacob M. says "Oana interviews with us for a nanny position. She was on time, very professional and very playful and great with our son. Had our circumstances not...

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Iwona M.

Full Time Nanny And Babysitting

Wood Dale, IL

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have my own child (29 years old). I work with kids since I Live in the USA since 2001 I am legal in US with a valid driving license and a good record. I have work In Chicago, Old Irving Park, River Forest, Oak Park, Wriggle and Lakeview. Itasca, Highland Park My current family gonna need me until August 30 ( the kids will go...

Leisa S. says "Iwona is a very experienced nanny. She has watched my children for nearly 4 years and has become a part of our family. Iwona is always punctual,...

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Grace K.

Love Of Children And Enthusiastic

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hello! I'm excited to introduce myself as a potential nanny for your family. I'm available to start full-time and have a flexible schedule until February 3rd, when I begin flight dispatch school. My classes are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 PM, so I'm available to nanny after that. I come...

Chrizzy C. says "Grace nannies for our our 2.5 year old and infant two days a week and they love her! Grace is so open and sweet. Our toddler loves all of the activities...

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Nicole D.

Childcare, Nanny, Postpartum & Labor Support Doula

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I enjoy working with infants and children because they are such wonderful teachers! They remind us of the beauty found in the small moments in every single day. I truly believe that this begins at birth. My journey began over 20 years ago, as I was enrolled in the early childhood program in my high school. From there, I became...

Anthony G. says "Nicole was excellent with our daughter!"

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in River Grove, IL

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

Samantha W.

I had a great experience working with Samantha. I hired her to watch my 5 month old while visiting Asbury Park from out of town. While my...

- Jolly B.

Isabel S.

Isabel is one of the best babysitters we've had! She is wonderful with our daughter: patient, fun, safe, and kind. She responds quickly to...

- Susan S.

Carinda L.

Carinda and I run recess and after school programs at a local elementary school and she is a wonderful worker, who connects well with kids...

- Emily H.

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

You can review 3 after school babysitter profiles near you in River Grove, 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 River Grove, IL is $17.00. 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 River Grove, 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 River Grove, 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 River Grove, IL.

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