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Kathryn S.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I am currently working at a special needs high-school full time. I am only available for after school typically, date nights, and some weekends. I would be available for summers for a full time position if you are looking for that. My experience in child care started when I was in my teens for families around my neighborhood....

Care Member says "Katy was our full time nanny for our twins for almost 3 years, from when they were babies til after they turned 3. She was so caring and they adore...

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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
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Jessica M.

Part Time Baby Sitter And Care Giver Available

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I've worked as an educator in a before and after school program. I also have taken care of younger family members. I enjoy thinking of crafts and activities that are fun and educational.
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Samantha C.

Samantha C 18 Yrs Old

Des Plaines, IL

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Samantha, I worked for a before and after school program that takes care of kids at school if parents can't take them on time, a daycare where I take care of infants and toddlers. I love interacting with people and getting to know them, I consider myself a caring, hardworking, and outgoing person. Feel free to...
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Adriana C.

Hard Working & Loyal! I Can Make My Schedule Flexible, Looking For A Part Time Job

Des Plaines, IL

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
My first family nannying for was with care. com! I worked with the family for 5 years, they were a lovely family with two boys! I took care of school drop off/pick up and after school activities. I did leave the family at the end of 2019 due to the kids getting older and then Covid hit, I had a lapse from nannying due to the...
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Rebecca H.

Fun, Friendly, Responsible Student

Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Becky- an energetic and reliable caregiver with 7+ years of experience babysitting and a professional background in child and teen development. I'm currently earning my Masters in Social Work, I have a BS in Human Development and Family Science and I'm a Certified Family Life Educator. I've worked as a therapy intern,...
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Gabby M.

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
Hi! I'm Gabby, and I'm 26 years old. I have been passionate about working with children since I was 18, starting my journey with babysitting before moving into daycare settings. My first five years in a daycare, I've served as a preschool teacher for children 3 to 5-year-olds. For the last year and a half, I have been a toddler...
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Brianna R.

Live In/Live Out Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

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$19/hr
11 years experience
My name is Bri and I'am empathetic, responsible, dependable, fun, and trustworthy childcare giver! I have 12 years of child care experience, and I'am available for a full position! I adore children and working with them because their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around! I am the eldest of seven...
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Sherley J.

Des Plaines, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
My childcare journey started at 16 when I became a camp and after-school counselor. Over the years, I have had the pleasure of working with children of various ages, from infants to pre-teens. These experiences have instilled in me a deep passion for nurturing young minds and providing a safe, loving environment for their...
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Karter F.

Des Plaines, IL

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
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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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
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Ana C.

Part- Time, Evenings Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Flight Attendant for American Airlines. I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I...
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Katherine A.

4th Grade Teacher And Master Student

Evanston, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I just moved to Evanston for graduate school at Northwestern University for my masters of speech language pathology. Previously, I taught 4th grade social studies and writing at a school in West Phoenix through the program Teach for America. I have a masters in elementary education. I am available to help out with homework and...
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Livvia W.

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am Livvia, I am 22 years old. I have worked with many family's for date nights & a private sitter for newborn- 12yr., Ive been an after school sitter and worked for the local park districts after school program kids kindergarten-5th grade in the past. I do enjoy working for a family and caring for their kids on a more...

Christopher A. says "Livvia has been a joy to have in our home watching our 1 and 4 year old kids. She's very attentive to our little one, follows directions without...

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Rebecca S.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Rebecca! I am currently a 1st grade teacher at an elementary school! In previous years I have taught Kindergarten and 3rd grade. I have my degree in Elementary Education (Birth-grade 6). I have worked with children from birth-12. I have tons of experience with kids through teaching, and nannying as well as...

Stephanie D. says "Rebecca was great with our two boys (21 months and 5 years old). When we came back home, the younger one was happily snuggling with her while my older...

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Karolina K.

Long Term,full Time Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello My name is Karolina and I have 15 years experience as a nanny. I have Master Degree in Early Childhood Education from Poland and great references from families I worked with. I have experience with newborns to school age children. I worked as a nanny share with infants, I have experience with twins and multiple. I am...

Jenna P. says "We interviewed Karolina before going a different childcare route and loved her! She was very punctual, friendly, very experienced, and very obviously...

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Bethann B.

Nanny Looking For A Full Time Job, And/or Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights & Weekend

Skokie, IL

5.0(0)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello, My name is Beth-Ann and I have been blessed to have 25 years of experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers as a school professional and Nanny. The most important thing to me over the years has been to develop a healthy, working relationship with both the children and parents. Providing the time I spend with...
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Grace K.

Full Time, Part Time, After School

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Grace K. I have many years of experience with children. I have two kids of my own; all grown up. I like to spend time with kids and would like to assist parents with their needs.

Korinne M. says "We hired Grace for a short term nanny position for my son. She watched him from 3 months to 6 months old until he was ready for daycare. She helped us...

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Elizabeth C.

Part Time Sitter In Oak Park

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I nanny part-time for a toddler in the mornings 4 days a week currently and work at an after school program in the afternoon, and I'm looking for a another part-time nanny job to start in the summer! In addition to my experience with children, I'm also experienced with pets as a lifelong cat owner and lover, and I walked dogs...
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Victoria W.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
Hello! I have experience in childcare with Chicago Park District for 5 years and as a nanny/babysitter for 9 years. Helping with homework, after school activities, provide meals/meal prep along with household duties are a few of the things I do. I'm comfortable with pets and I have my own car. I am CPR certified as well, looking...

Toni D. says "Our family recently moved to Canton and we're looking for someone for Christmas occasional date nights. Victoria interviewed very well and my girls...

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  • 60 after school child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school child care is 5.0

Recent after school child care reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL

After School Child Care in Des Plaines, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed after school child care

Kathryn S.

Katy was our full time nanny for our twins for almost 3 years, from when they were babies til after they turned 3. She was so caring and...

- Care member

Abby R.

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...

- Lauren J.

Livvia W.

Livvia has been a joy to have in our home watching our 1 and 4 year old kids. She's very attentive to our little one, follows directions...

- Christopher A.

FAQs for after school child care in Des Plaines, IL

Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Des Plaines, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of June 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 10 after school child care providers in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, 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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