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Halina R.

4 Years of College; 10 Years Caring And Cleaning Job

Rolling Meadows, IL

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$15/hr
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
I'm 60 years old and married, mother of 20 years old college daughter . I was born in Poland and over there I was working as a teacher in elementary school and in high school . I live in USA for 23 years. I am looking for part time job, like after school job.. I used to work as a CNA . Experienced Babysitter
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Emili Aleksandra G.

Arlington Heights, IL

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Emili, and I currently work in Wheeling, IL as a Childcare Assistant Teacher. I've cared for children of all ages-from infants to preschoolers-and love creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. I assist in planning age-appropriate activities that support learning, creativity, and social growth. I'm...
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Isabella S.

Experienced Caregiver / Babysitter

Lincolnshire, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Isabella. I am a respectable, responsible, easy going, and productive young adult. I can adapt to yours and your children's schedule. I have experience working with all ages of children including infants. I also have experience working with individuals who have special needs. I am willing to pick up and drop off your...
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Elizabeth R.

Nanny

Palatine, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Liz and here is a little information about myself. I have been taking care of children and households since 2016. In this period I have worked for 3 different families for 2-3 years each. Since my positions have been long lasting I've been fortunate to have had the privilege of being a part of 3 wonderful families...
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Susan B.

Child Care

Palatine, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
I took care of a widow and his daughter for 5 years. I drove her to school, picked her up, after school activities, made dinner, grocery shopped, laundry, housecleaning, homework, just like a Mom with no benefits.
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Sabrina G.

Glenview, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a professional educator with over 20 years experience, plus a mother of college age twins. I understand the after school struggles and want to help!
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Taylor M.

Experienced Babysitter And Speech Therapy Student

Lake Zurich, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi families! I'm Taylor (22), and I'm currently pursuing my Master's in Speech-Language Pathology at Rush University. I am studying to be a pediatric speech therapist. I love working with kids and have 6+ years of experience in various settings, including babysitting/nannying, schools, and summer camp counseling. While most of...
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Hanna M.

Lake Zurich, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Hanna. I have over 25 years of experience working with children from 3 months old to 16 years old as a nanny, household manager, preschool and kindergarten teacher. I completed the American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR AED Training. I have a college degree with background in School Guidance and Counseling. I have a...
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Paulina B.

Experienced Babysitter Looking For After School Care And All Day Care During Summer Vacation.

Des Plaines, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello there! My name is Paulina and am a 25 years old, Ive been babysitting for a long time now, since I have a younger brother who is 14 years old now and have taken care of him since he was a baby. But besides him Ive babysat for many families and almost every babysitting job that I've had has been for families with 2 or more...
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Lucyna S.

Part Time Available After School/weekends

Wheeling, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
worked full time as nanny before my son was born and then only part time for few years. Love kids, and since my son is going to college and he does not need me driving him to and from activities I would like to help other families with their busy schedule.
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Kelly L.

Mundelein, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Kelly and I'm 38 years old, I have been working with children for the last 20 years. I have been a nanny and babysat for many families. I have worked in daycares, as well as after school programs. I have my degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Family Services, a Nanny Certificate and AMS Certificate in...
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Karter F.

Des Plaines, IL

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Karter and I am currently a Special Education Paraprofessional working at a Therapeutic Day School. I have 6 years of childcare experience which includes before and after school care, summer camp as a 1:1 aid for campers with special needs, and also being a licensed paraprofessional in classrooms. I am...
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Sandra M.

Full-time Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I currently hold a position as a nanny for 2 wonderful children. I am looking for a new position because the kids will both be in school full-time and the hours are just not enough for me to continue on with them. Prior to this position, I have worked as a babysitter, a mother's helper, a daycare provider out of my home, a...

David F. says "Sandy has been with our family watching our 2 girls for almost 2 years. She has never let us down and has always been there for the girls. Sandy is also...

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Taylor L.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 25+ years of childcare experience, including 10 years in paid positions. I am an engaged parent to my two daughters (now ages 8 and 11). My experience includes being a children and family facilitator at Chicago Children's Museum (ages 1 to 10 years), leading before and after school daycare (ages 8 months to 12 years), and...

Care Member says "Taylor is amazing! He's fun, compassionate, incredibly responsible, and attentive. He gets on kids' level and makes them feel seen & loved. He is...

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Anja E.

Flexible Fun Sitter On Wheels!

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello there! I'm Anja (AN-YA) I'm a 24-year-old freelance professional with a passion for working with children. I started officially at 14 as a camp counselor and quickly took on more responsibilities, earning the Outstanding Service Award by my third year and becoming a facilitator for the City of Evanston, where I helped...

Care Member says "We were really impressed with the service Anja provided and the fact that she goes above and beyond. She was attentive, organized, and detail oriented....

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Alexandria D.

Experienced And Funny College Student Nanny!

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Alexandria, and I'm a stay at home mom to a 1-year-old boy! I am hoping to find a position watching 1-2 children either at my home or yours along with my son. Prior to working in health care I worked full time as a nanny for 7 years. I mostly watched infants-toddlers/ preschool age kids, but also have watched...

Care Member says "Alex took care of our daughter for 1.5 yrs - she became part of the family and took great care of our little girl from 8 months old to 2 yrs, and our...

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Debra R.

Hoffman Estates, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm looking to find a full-time nanny position, where I will provide a fun, loving, engaging, and safe learning environment, as well as help with the household upkeep. I have 25+ years of experience working with infants through teenagers. Just to name a few, I've been a babysitter, summer camp counselor, after school program...

Rachel F. says "I have known Debra for about 40 years and have trusted her with my son as well as my nieces and nephews. She has patience with children of all ages, as...

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Cathy S.

Experienced Part Time Caregiver Available

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I've worked as a nanny for more than 8 years, live in Rogers Park, have a clean driving record and a reliable car. I do not smoke. At nannying positions, my duties included picking up children from school, getting them home for a snack, then off to after-school activities and back home safely to help them with their homework. I...

Alok L. says "Cathy worked for our family for about 3 months, she picked up my daughter from school, drove her home and was very easy to work with. she followed...

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Glenda W.

Experienced Child Care And Pet Care Provider

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Glenda, and I am an experienced babysitter, nanny, and childcare provider with 7 years of experience taking care of children (5 years with 5-12-year-olds, 2 years with toddlers 17 months - 3 years old), approximately 4. 5 years experience communicating with parents, and 2. 5 years experience doing gentle...

Care Member says "Glenda helps walk my FIL’s Yorkie poo, Mr. Man. She is kind, thorough and patient. Glenda is a huge source of support and piece of mind for our family....

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Abby R.

Part- Time Summer Babysitter

Park Ridge, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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  • 60 after school child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent after school child care reviews from local parents in Buffalo Grove, IL

After School Child Care in Buffalo Grove, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school child care

Sandra M.

Sandy has been with our family watching our 2 girls for almost 2 years. She has never let us down and has always been there for the girls....

- David F.

Taylor L.

Taylor is amazing! He's fun, compassionate, incredibly responsible, and attentive. He gets on kids' level and makes them feel seen & loved....

- Care member

Anja E.

We were really impressed with the service Anja provided and the fact that she goes above and beyond. She was attentive, organized, and...

- Care member

FAQs for after school child care in Buffalo Grove, IL

Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Buffalo Grove, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $24.00 per hour as of December 2025. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.

Care.com currently has 3 after school child care providers in Buffalo Grove, IL. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.

As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Buffalo Grove, IL to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Buffalo Grove, IL, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.

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