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I have 5 years of experience working with kids. I can help with light housekeeping and I have my own car so I can help with carpooling. I am a third- year college student pursuing my bachelor's in elementary education. I have classes for the spring semester on Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30- 4:45, but I am available before then,...
Kara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Summer Employment
Hello,
I'm an educator with 12 years of experience. I worked at a care center for nine years and I currently work as a preschool teacher. Throughout the years, I have babysat several of my students and their siblings. Nothing makes me happier than running into someone who I used to babysit and remembering...
Keyonna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Keyonna is very dependable, creative, and excellent with children and families. I highly recommend her."
Desiree S.
Samantha R.
Glen Carbon, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I'm interested in the child care opportunity you have posted! I have 10 years of experience. I have 8 younger siblings who I cared for throughout my childhood and often babysat for other family members and family friends. I started babysitting at the age of 10 and have cared for a variety of ages throughout my lifetime...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha is AMAZING. So reliable. So helpful. Great with the kids. Amazing person to be around. Did I say reliable?? She goes above and beyond to help me and our chaotic lives with a 2 and 4 year old. Couldn’t recommend her more!"
Care member
Courteney B.
Granite City, IL
$14-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Courteney! I am currently a student at Liberty University majoring in Psychology. It is an online university and I really enjoy it! I love watching kids and find it to be so fun! It works well with my school work and it is also my passion to work with children in the future. I have been a nanny for 5 families over...
5.0
"Courteney is amazing with my daughter! She will treat your kids like they are her own. She's punctual, dependable, and thoughtful. She goes above and beyond. I highly recommend her for your childcare needs."
Julie W.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have just over 5 years experience in an accredited Montessori environment in Infant/Toddler, where I was the Directress of the Infant program before I relocated. I am currently working on my Montessori Certificate (AMI accredited) for Infant and Toddler (0-3). Before working in Montessori I babysat both in and out of home for...
Brittani can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My wife and I had our child in Brittany's care throughout our child's first years. Her knowledge, skills, and training about children and Early Childhood Development shows. She is truly one of the only people we would trust with our little one, and better yet- our...
Robert B.
Hi! My name is Rylee and I am a recent graduate of SIUE. I am currently looking for a full-time position babysitting/nannying! I have experience in high school with the typical after-school care, as well as two years of experience in college working for a family with two children (ages 8 and 10). Please let me know if you have...
Rylee can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
I have babysat for kids ages 0-10 for around six years, and over the most recent summer, I worked at a daycamp as a substitute and watched over kids ages 0-7. I intend to work with kids as a school psychologist after college!
Audrey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Meghan S.
Edwardsville, IL
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have enjoyed working with kids for the past 4 years in a professional setting! I worked for two years at a daycare and am currently working at a summer camp throughout the week. Through the school year I work at the same program for before and after school care. I have experience with children of all ages from infancy to...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have over 30+ years of experience. I can help with Homework, Snacks, Light Cooking, Light Cleaning, Baths and Crafts. I retired from the legal profession after 30+ years. I am now a paraprofessional for our school district working 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. I can also work a whole day shift when schools are closed for holidays.
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Kiera! I'm a fun sitter who loves crafts, playing outside, and keeping kids happy and safe. I have 8 years of experience in childcare, including being an after school and summer camp counselor, as well as a full-time nanny to three children, 50 hours a week. I'm CPR certified and I can help with light housekeeping and...
Kiera can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Taylor N.
Godfrey, IL
$12-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I Am A Very Energetic, Positive, Caring, And Reliable Person.
I have 2 years of experience working with young children ages (3-5). I also watch my relatives kids ages ( Newbrons- 5). I can help with travel needs and light house cleaning.
Taylor can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Megan C.
Edwardsville, IL
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Megan, I am 18 years old and I am a freshman at SIUE. I am looking for a job to make a little extra money while I am in school. I have been babysitting since I was about 13 every summer. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking or Meal Prep. I am a CNA so I have a lot of experience working hands on with...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hi!
My name is Marisa and I am a junior Psychology major at SIUE. I would love the opportunity to assist you and your family!
I'd describe my personality as responsible, caring and easy-going.
I like working with kids because I find it very rewarding. I love assisting kids throughout their day and watching them learn and...
Marisa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Jordan G.
Edwardsville, IL
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have Always Loved Working With Kids And Helping The Parents Out By Getting Things Done For Them.
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. With summer coming up I could help with getting the kids out of the house.
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Kaitlyn W.
Godfrey, IL
$15-55/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experience
DAYCARE MANAGER | NAUTILUS FITNESS CENTER | AUGUST 2016-MAY 2018
My duties as manager of the daycare was to ensure the safety of the children by providing certified employees and a clean fun environment. In addition to my experience I am also AED, CPR and First Aid certified.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is McKenna and I am 20 years old!
I started working with kids when I was about 15ish. I would look after my cousins while their parents worked and make sure they were supervised and entertained until their parents came home. Most recently I started babysitting for a family friend, she would have to go to work at...
Mckenna can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"McKenna is extremely reliable and responsible. Being a nurse I needed someone super flexible with my crazy schedule and McKenna was that person. My boys loved having her around. She was able to get them off to school in the morning and help them with their...
Kylie S.
Elizabeth W.
Edwardsville, IL
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a 19-year-old college student with experience sitting for all ages! I have my own car and can babysit until very late. I am also looking to nanny! I have online classes MTThF from 9 AM-10 a.m. and Wednesday 10AM-12:30 p.m.
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Jada. I am 21 years old and currently in college doing online classes. I'm just looking for something to make a little extra money and keep me occupied! I love kids of all ages and have been told I handle them very well!
Hello wonderful families! Im 21, so I've got lots of love and fun energy to bring to your beautiful children. I've always loved kids and started babysitting pretty young. Last summer I babysat 5 kids ages 1-9. I also work at an elementary school working the After-school program which consists of about 55 kids grades preschool -...
Kati can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brittney L.
Granite City, IL
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Momma of 2 girls, oldest is 11 years old and youngest was just born in April of 2023.
I was a teacher's Aide prior to having our 2nd baby, at our oldest daughter's school. I worked there for 3 years.
Unfortunately, we decided it was best for me not to go back to work outside of the home, as my income wasn't justifiable for...
Brittney can also help with: Light cleaning
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Wood River, IL
Keyonna J.
5.0
Keyonna is very dependable, creative, and excellent with children and families. I highly recommend her.
- Desiree S.
Samantha R.
5.0
Samantha is AMAZING. So reliable. So helpful. Great with the kids. Amazing person to be around. Did I say reliable?? She goes above and beyond to help me and our chaotic lives with a 2 and 4 year old. Couldn’t recommend her more!
- Care member
Courteney B.
5.0
Courteney is amazing with my daughter! She will treat your kids like they are her own. She's punctual, dependable, and thoughtful. She goes above and beyond. I highly recommend her for your childcare needs.
- Julie W.
Brittani R.
5.0
Brittani was so patient with my daughter who struggled to control herself. She was a light in a tantrum and a truly loving, kind soul.
- Allison H.
Mckenna T.
5.0
McKenna is extremely reliable and responsible. Being a nurse I needed someone super flexible with my crazy schedule and McKenna was that person. My boys loved having her around. She was able to get them off to school in the morning and help them with their homework in the evenings. I would...
- Kylie S.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Wood River, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Wood River, IL?
You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Wood River, 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 Wood River, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Wood River, 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.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Wood River, 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 Wood River, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Wood River, 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 Wood River, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Wood River, IL?
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