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Grace B.
Libertyville, IL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Full-time Child Care Provider, Bringing Positive Energy As Well As Reliable & Responsible Work Ethic
I have been working with children from the day I can remember. Having 3 younger brothers, I was always there to give an extra hand. I wanted to help in everything and anything. I started babysitting around age 10/11 for my siblings for short amounts of time, until I was around 14 was when I started being able to sit for other...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have taught school many years, from preschool - Jr High. I have four grandchildren and I play a very large role in their well being and care. Two live out of state, but we video call almost every day. Very responsible, hands on, and loving. Would love to tutor K-3. Currently live in Buffalo Grove.
Worked for a family for the...
Leslie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Makenzi R.
Glenview, IL
$25-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!! I have been working with kids for as long as I can remember! I worked in daycare for a year with 14-19-month-olds and then as a nanny for 6 years for kiddos 3 months to 13 years old!! I am certified in infant, child, and adult CPR and first aid and absolutely love working with kids!! I am currently an elementary...
Makenzi can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Heather and I am a 48-year-old mom of 3 kids ages 24, 22 & 19 I have a BA in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in reading. I taught Pre-school and Kindergarten years ago but then stopped to raise my family. I currently (and for the past 7 years) have been a teaching assistant at a local elementary school in...
Heather can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heather is truly fantastic and we were sad when our schedule changed and we couldn't keep her. Our boys loved being with Heather and look forward to more weekend/ date nights where she can be with them. "
Megan D.
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. I have a reliable car and I am willing to do light housework.
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
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.
Lucyna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Hi! My name is Abby and I'm a rising senior in college at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I'm an English high school education major and starting student teaching in the fall. I have lots of experience with children from high school-- I worked as a nanny the summer going into my senior year, as well as camp...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
(1)
Hello my name is Ashley and I'm experienced nanny looking to join your family. I am 28 years old. I am looking for a full time and long term position. I have been a nanny for almost 10 years now and take much pride in my work. I do have a car and am happy to transport children to classes, parks, museums or any after school...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"We interviewed Ashley to take care of our 2 month old daughter. Ashley showed up to the interview on time and we really liked her. She has an outgoing personality, and due to her work in a day care, we were positive she would do well with our daughter. We did end...
Emily E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I have been babysitting/nannying for 9+ years for a number of families with a wide range of ages! CPR certified, reliable transportation, and clean driving record. I also grew up with many young children in my family, and have always loved being around kids!
Jaimie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jaimie is friendly, caring, and attentive with our 8mo son. She is all around wonderful and a blessing to our family. Our son adores her, and she will be missed when she returns to her home state after college."
Brianna R.
Mia D.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience - Loves Art, Reading/education, And The Outdoors!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a full-time nannying job located near the Avondale area. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have nannied for many families with diverse backgrounds and needs, caring for infants as young as 2 months and children as old as 12 years. I also have experience working with kids as an...
Mia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mia has watched my daughter since around 5 months. She super sweet and my daughter loves her. She is my current nanny and my daughter is now 19 months. Super responsible, follows instructions, has taken my daughter to outdoor activities, including soccer, museums,...
Marilupe M.
Catherine H.
Chicago, IL
$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Experienced, Affirming And Professional Evening And Weekend Care Giver Available
5.0
(2)
I am honored to be considered for caring for your child! I am a passionate health advocate and social worker. I graduated with my MSW from WashU in 2021, with a Child Behavioral Health and Health policy emphasis. I specialize in working with children with neurodivergence, and utilize a wholistic, strengths-based care approach....
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cate is really enthusiastic and caring with my 2 boys. They love having her babysit, especially the way she reads book after book with them! Cate is very attentive and makes sure my boys are entertained and having fun!"
Lauren S.
Diane K.
Schaumburg, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would like to introduce myself as a mother of three wonderful children. I enjoy staying active throughout the day. My kids have always kept me busy, whether going to sports, theater classes, or school volunteering. For the past 15 years I have been working in childcare. I was a site director of an after school program and...
Diane can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Diane is honest, dependable and hard working. She is a strong leader and works well in teams. Diane worked well with the kids, parents and school staff. She always made sure the children at her site were safe but busy and having fun! Diane is easy going, even in...
Judy L.
Parker S.
Chicago, IL
$17-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a positive, energetic, fun-loving, and reliable person who has a few of years of experience working with children and teenagers in both a formal classroom setting and in an out of school setting (both after-school and informal museum/zoo settings). I love working with kids and seeing them grow and expand. I am a very...
Parker can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Parker adjusted well to taking care of our son with special needs. She took direction well, was very communicative, and responsive to his needs. She was flexible and had a great attitude. We would hire her again!"
Beena K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Cindy! I am a professional babysitter looking for a babysitting opportunities. I am 23, fluent in Spanish, with a clean background test and a drivers license with a reliable car. I have an associates in arts from Elgin community college and I am currently a sr at NIU studying adolescent psychology. I have experience...
Cindy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cindy was so professional but fun for the kids and gave regular updates. They were engaged from the second she walked in. Thanks so much to her and the company for having this service. Definitely going back soon for date nights with my husband!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi, I am 23 years old. I have 9 years of paid childcare experience including babysitting, nannying, and teaching. I taught an art class to toddlers from 2016-18, which I absolutely loved. I worked as an overnight camp counselor from 2017-19, taking care of kids ages 6-16. I received extensive CPR and First Aid training. As a...
Genevieve can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gigi is wonderful with children. So patient and intuitive. She is also fun to be around. Kids love her."
Mary S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for several families with ages ranging from 1 month through 13 years of age. I have babysat up to 3 children at one time. I have a passion for children that allows me to babysit from time to time for families that I have grown to know. The duties of caring for their children while in my hands are light cooking or...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Danielle is the perfect combination of kind and friendly yet professional. She genuinely cares for her clients. Danielle is an extraordinary care giver and I know this personally because she was caregiver for my infant granddaughter and then my husband. I highly...
Evelyn C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I would be so excited to be a part of the family! My passion in life is helping and caring for others, especially children! I am currently attending Graduate School to review my Masters in Speech Language Pathology, preferably for children with special needs. I am CPR / First Aid Certified and renewed those certifications...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never anxious about being left with someone new. It was a delightful experience."
Susan O.
Stefanie C.
Chicago, IL
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Grad Student With Over 10 Yrs Experience In Child Care Looking For PT Position!
5.0
(1)
I have over 10 years of experience working in childcare. I spent every summer throughout high school and early college working as a camp counselor. After that, I had the amazing opportunity to work at a Montessori school, where I spent most of my time with kiddos from one to 3 years old. During this time, I regularly facilitated...
Stefanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stefanie was great with our two little girls (3 and 7). She kept them active with educational activities and began to teach them Spanish. In addition, she maintained the housekeeping as far as meal prep, laundry and cleaning duties. We highly recommend her! "
William P.
Livvia W.
Palatine, IL
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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...
Livvia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"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 having to ask or remind her, and when she has a question, she asks! Our little one doesn't take to new people easily and...
Christopher A.
5.0
(1)
I have been working with children ages 2-16 for about 5 years in a professional setting. I first worked at an after school care program for a school in the area before becoming a Registered Behavior Technician and working with children on the Autism Spectrum for the past 2 years. I am CPR and safety care certified as well as...
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have used Caitlin numerous times in watching my son. She has always been on time and available. She is great with kids. She is very patient and caring."
Jennifer R.
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Highwood, IL
Heather S.
5.0
Heather is truly fantastic and we were sad when our schedule changed and we couldn't keep her. Our boys loved being with Heather and look forward to more weekend/ date nights where she can be with them.
- Megan D.
Ashley R.
4.0
We interviewed Ashley to take care of our 2 month old daughter. Ashley showed up to the interview on time and we really liked her. She has an outgoing personality, and due to her work in a day care, we were positive she would do well with our daughter. We did end up going with another caregiver who...
- Emily E.
Jaimie F.
5.0
Jaimie is friendly, caring, and attentive with our 8mo son. She is all around wonderful and a blessing to our family. Our son adores her, and she will be missed when she returns to her home state after college.
- Brianna R.
Mia D.
5.0
Mia has watched my daughter since around 5 months. She super sweet and my daughter loves her. She is my current nanny and my daughter is now 19 months. Super responsible, follows instructions, has taken my daughter to outdoor activities, including soccer, museums, etc. Also has picked up my daughter...
- Marilupe M.
Catherine H.
5.0
We hired Cate to watch my 4 month old daughter when I went back to work and we could not have been happier with her! She was always on time and even arrived a few minute early. She was very organized, followed our instructions to a tee, and always kept us updated on daughter's day and schedule....
- Madeline C.
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FAQs for after school child care in Highwood, IL
In 2024, how much is after-school care near me in Highwood, IL?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Highwood, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $18.00 per hour as of May 2024. 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.
How can I find after-school child care near me in Highwood, IL?
Care.com currently has 1 after school child care providers in Highwood, 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.
What types of after-school providers can I find near me in Highwood, IL?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Highwood, 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 Highwood, 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.