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Barbara C.

Mature Nanny

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
I am looking for a full time job as a nanny or babysitter. I love to take care of newborns. During my home care work from 2002 I was a caregiver for elderly and children. I have references upon request.
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Karina S.

Waukegan, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I am a mom of two; a 6-year-old and a 7-month-old. I have previously been a senior care giver for about 10 months. I am energetic, compassionate, and understanding. Being around kids is a new adventure everyday! They love to explore new things and learn something new everyday.
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Alexandria M.

Babysitter

Waukegan, IL

from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I'm a recent graduate from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I have experience babysitting children as young as 2 years old. I love doing activities, such as playing games and making crafts, whenever I babysit because it keeps me and the children entertained! I have a reliable car and I'm comfortable with pets. I...
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Barbara U.

Waukegan, IL

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$19/hr
1 year experience
12 year experience in nursing home like personal assistant I'd describe my personality as experience patience obligatory I like working with kids because no I'm looking for a job that caregiver, personal assistant I started working with kids when no In my spare time I like to gardening One thing you should know about me...
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Hope F.

Part-time Care Giver/housekeeper

Waukegan, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I taught for a School District working with children from preschool up into the middle school grades . I also worked for a learning/daycare center. I nanny partime and am looking for additional hrs and/days. My schedule is very flexible. My passion is working with and helping children learn new and exciting things. I have...
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Jacqueline S.

A Fun Summer!

Waukegan, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hi I'm looking to find a family to nanny for over the summer! I worked at a daycare for two and a half years while completing my undergraduate degree and love it. Now, I'm working at a high school as a teachers assistant and am completely my masters degree in counseling with a goal to become a pediatric therapist. I am...
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Angela A.

Caring And Reliable Childcare Provider

Waukegan, IL

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$23/hr
12 years experience
I am energetic and trust worthy person and always have them updated on there little ones. Priorities and responsibilities are first. I am also bilingual and I also have kids of my own so my goal is to see them happy and safe. Three words that describe my personality. Compassionate, patient, and dependable. I'm compassionate...
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Irene Z.

Babysitter

Waukegan, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I love kids. I was working as a Daycare Provider with an agency.
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Vaneiri M.

Waukegan, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello. I look forward to working with your kids! I worked with a child since 3 months old and still watch sometimes since she started school now at 4yrs old (loved every minute of watching her grow) I have also worked at a swimming school as a swimming instructor with children of different ages. I enjoy a fun and loving...
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April K.

Energetic, Fun, Full-Time Caregiver Available

Wadsworth, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Mother of a very active kindergartener. Previously in the medical field, non clinical. I am looking for easy supplemental income during the day to help support my stand up comedy career dreams, I pursue in the evenings. I am fully vaxxed and do not mind helping tidy the home in addition to assisting in caring for animal...
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Meenakshi C.

Happy Go Lucky Sitter And Friendly

Lake Bluff, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
Craft assistance
I am a PART TIME TEACHER for the past 7 years. I work in 4 school districts including elementary and middle schools. I started working as a part time teacher in 2016 and continue working for the same schools till date. I have worked as a CASHIER at KOHLS before switching career as a part time teacher. I am a Happy go Lucky...

Nichole H. says "Hired to care for my 3 yo son. They hit it off right away. No issues. On time and great communication. Will use again."

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Meghan K.

Full-Time Nanny

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Experienced, patient, and compassionate provider of nurturing, fun-filled, loving care. I come from a family where I am the oldest of 4 children, have experience of working with children of all ages, and have had many cultural opportunities from traveling, attending camps, and having the experience of having nannies in my own...

Former Member A. says "Meghan is very responsible and reliable. She is caring and kind. I would definitely hire her again!"

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Jennifer G.

A Little Bit About Me

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Jennifer I have been working with kids a little over 3 years. I have volunteered at after school clubs for kids to do homework. I am very active and I love to go on runs, and go hiking with my mom. I am a big family person and my family means everything to me. I am also bilingual and I have taken sign language...

Amanda J. says "Jennifer is a great babysitter she was very nice And an excellent worker. She got along really well with our 5 year old they did crafts played outside and...

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Molly E.

Experienced Enthusiastic Young Adult

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Molly! I'm a responsible, caring, and energetic caregiver with a passion for working with children. As a college student at the University, I'm majoring in Advertising with a minor in Media Studies, and I love using my creativity to engage kids in fun, educational activities. With experience in childcare and a natural...

Care Member says "Molly is great! She watched my two kids (B-7 and G-12) and they loved her. She took them to the park, made lunch, and hung with the kids all day. I came...

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Sydney W.

Sydney, Your Future Nanny!

Great Lakes, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello Parents! My name is Sydney and I am currently 19 years old. I was born in Missouri but raised in sunny south florida where I lived until I was 18. I moved to the northern suburbs to live with my sister while I figured out what I wanted to do with my life. To say I love children would be an understatement. After much...

Care Member says "Sydney has been watching our 18m old since he was an infant. She takes such great care of him and he loves seeing her. They play together, she handles...

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Betty P.

Zion, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
Hi! My name is Elizabeth, but everyone calls me Betty. I have over 5 years of childcare experience, having worked as a nanny in Lake Forest and Bannockburn, IL. During that time, I cared for children of various ages and developed a strong reputation for being reliable, nurturing, and attentive. After my years as a nanny, I...

Susan T. says "Betty is fantastic! She is sweet and kind. She had a wonderful, caring personality. "

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Adriana P.

Nanny

Lake Bluff, IL

4.2(1)
from
$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
27 years old nanny/sitter with 7+ years of experience providing care for children aged 0-12 and I really love to work helping the little ones to learn and explore in a safe, warm and enjoyful environment. I'm loving, fun, patient kind and friendly. I'm also a experienced driver with a valid US drivers license and a clean...

Maddie H. says "Adriana is fantastic! Made us feel completely comfortable with leaving our first born son as first time parents. Asked many detailed questions to ensure...

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Mandie A.

Fun Responsible Sitter

Wadsworth, IL

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$13/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Mandie. I've grown up with 3 younger siblings and have taken care of other children as well. I've also been a healthcare worker for almost three years.
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Jeanne C.

Wadsworth, IL

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$15/hr
20 years experience
I'm a warm, dedicated childcare provider with over two decades of experience nurturing and educating children of all ages. I'm passionate about fostering a nurturing and safe environment where kids can learn, play, and grow. I have experience working with children from diverse backgrounds and can adapt my caregiving approach to...
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Juliana V.

Gurnee, IL

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$20/hr
15 years experience
I'm very responsible coming from a mom of 2. I love kids, I can cook, I'm very patient, I give my best efforts while working , I'm also very loving and respectful.
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.22/hr as of November 2025

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

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

Meenakshi C.

Hired to care for my 3 yo son. They hit it off right away. No issues. On time and great communication. Will use again.

- Nichole H.

Meghan K.

Meghan is very responsible and reliable. She is caring and kind. I would definitely hire her again!

- Former Member A.

Jennifer G.

Jennifer is a great babysitter she was very nice And an excellent worker. She got along really well with our 5 year old they did crafts...

- Amanda J.

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

You can review 9 after school babysitter profiles near you in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, IL is $19.22. 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 Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, IL.

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