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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
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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Lori S.

Part-time Child Care

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
During the 2024/2025 school year, I had the pleasure of caring for two wonderful boys after school. I am sad, but happy for them that they will be enjoying their summer at camp.

Alison S. says "Lori has great experience working in both childcare and teaching various skills to children. She would have been the perfect fit for us but we ultimately...

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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Chiara P.

I'm An Empty Nester Looking For Work. I Love Kids And Can Do Minor House Chores, Help With Homework

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I was employed by Sitter City for a time, about 6 months to 1 year. For the past 6 years I have been volunteering for The After School Program sponsored by Living Water Community Church. I helped tutor Arts and Crafts and homework.

Rinku J. says "Simply put Chiara is amazing . Not only is she kind and caring, she also anticipates our needs and makes herself available outside of her regular hours. I...

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Ashley R.

Part-Time Nanny

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am 37 living with my husband and 15yr old daughter. My husband and I have been married for 16yrs. I have been in the childcare industry for a little over 15 years. What I offer for you is: caring for your child, transportation to and from school/after school activities, cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping/general...

Alexandria S. says "I have known Ashley for almost three years now, and believe her to be a wonderful, nurturing and responsible caretaker. Her positive attitude combined...

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Debra R.

Hoffman Estates, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 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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Katelyn R.

Attentive And Caring Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I was the nanny for one of the North Carolina senator's grandchildren for 4 years. Duties included picking up from school, taking to after school activities, homework, meals and meal prep, laundry, housework, playtime. I have babysat for several different families and different ages and needs including an autistic pre teen. I...

Care Member says "Katelyn was our nanny for 2 years. She was an excellent nanny. She built amazing relationships with both of my kids. She is responsible, helpful, kind,...

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Elyse M.

Fun And Professional Nanny/babysitter With 8 Years Of Experience & A College Degree

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I have been lucky enough to work with many children ages ranging from 6 months to 13 years! I have a degree from Marquette University and am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have 8 years of paid experience and have had the opportunity to work with children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. Most recently I worked as a before...

Peter And Amy H. says "Elyse worked for us last year, and managed the after-school/evening chaos for my three children, ages 12, 9, and 6. She was always on time, drove...

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Karly H.

Experienced Babysitter

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Karly! I'm 24 years old and I have my drivers license and my own car. My favorite job to tell everyone about was that I was a Disney Princess for kids birthday parties!! I have been working with kids for several years. I have worked as a teacher for dance/gymnastics in Buffalo Grove. I have taught in a Learning...

Jeff B. says "Karly was great. I would hire her again without hesitation. "

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Samantha G.

10 Years Experience Working In Childcare

Bensenville, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am currently a Camp Director for ages 6-8. I've worked with kids for around 10 years now. I've been a camp counselor, swim instructor, lifeguard, after-school teacher, and Mom & tots teacher. Looking for weekend babysitting gigs close to Addison, IL.
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Alexx J.

Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Alexx have 10+ years of experience. I am offering child care, and household services. I love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids since I was 15 years old. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, crafts, tutoring, after school activities and much...
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Courtney M.

Experienced Sitter

Mount Prospect, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
I was a nanny for 10 years and even did after school care until Covid. I can help everything run smoothly after school including homework, driving, dinner, etc. As for date night, feel free to relax and enjoy yourself as you can rest assured that the kids are in experienced hands! There's nothing I haven't seen before, and I can...
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Susan B.

Child Care

Palatine, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Halina R.

4 Years of College; 10 Years Caring And Cleaning Job

Rolling Meadows, IL

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$15/hr
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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Sarah B.

COVID-Conscious Recent Graduate Ready To Work!

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am a 2020 Loyola University Chicago graduate. I majored in sociology with a focus on education policy. I have worked with kids for my entire life, and truly feel that working with kids is my life's calling. During my time at Loyola Chicago I volunteered with Chicago HOPES for Kids in their after-school program helping...
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Kinga S.

Part-Time Caregiver

Harwood Heights, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
Carpooling
My name is Kinga. I have 17 years of experience with children. My first job was for a wonderful family with 3 kids. I've been with them for 7 years starting when the twin girls were 5 months old, and the boy was 5 years old. My next job was for an amazing family caring for lovely 10-month-old twin boys. Unfortunately, they had...
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Jessica K.

Part-time Caregiver/Assistant/Provider

Winnetka, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been babysitting children on and off ever since I was 13 years old. I learned at a very young age how to change diapers and handle an infant, and have been comfortable with caring for children since. In high school, I cared for two boys, ages 14 and 13, 3x a week, after school and helped them with their homework and to...
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Quinn H.

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Quinn, I have a background in para education, tutoring, preK assistant teaching, and babysitting. I'm passionate about early education and literacy, as well as meeting diverse early childhood needs with care and understanding. I'm currently a paraprofessional and a graduate student ultimately planning on...
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Kristin P.

Schaumburg, IL

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$23/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Kristin and I am 28 years old. I absolutely love kids and have 6 years of experience working at a daycare and 2 years working as a counselor in an after school program. I have taken many early childhood/child development classes as well. Additionally, I have a B. A in Psychology. I am hard working, kind,...
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Hayrunnisa C.

Preschool Teacher

Rolling Meadows, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've moved to US 3 years ago so I am still trying to improve my English. I studied preschool teacher in Turkey. After school I worked for 5 years in Turkey in this field. When I moved to US, I worked as a teacher in daycare. I also finished medical assistant in Northwest Suburban College. I'd describe my personality as...
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  • 60 after school child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of December 2025

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

Recent after school child care reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, IL

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

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.

Lori S.

Lori has great experience working in both childcare and teaching various skills to children. She would have been the perfect fit for us but...

- Alison S.

Alexandria D.

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...

- Care member

FAQs for after school child care in Lake Forest, IL

Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Lake Forest, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $17.50 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 2 after school child care providers in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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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