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I have nannied for a various nanny families with different backgrounds. My responsibilities were to take them to school and pick them up. Take them to after school activities(swimming class, art class, hockey, basketball, lacrosse, etc). I currently nanny for a family with a 3 kids (9, 5, and 3) I've been with them for 3 years...
Sussan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Hello, I have been a babysitter and nanny for more than 10 years! I have cared for countless children ranging from newborn to 12 years. I am specialized in after school care, transportation, meal preparation, school work, and fun activities! I am currently a senior college student and High School graduate. Although most of my...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Andrea R.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Occasional Nanny Available On Weeknights And After School, Excellent With Kids.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience with children, I worked full time with a family of two children 4 and 6 years old for 4 years. I took them to school, to all their extra curricular activities, helped them with their homework and tutor them Spanish lessons, I also help around the house with some light cleaning, cooked them dinner and...
Andrea can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I had an excellent experience with Andrea watching my kids for an evening. No issues. She is very pleasant."
Paul F.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
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 taking care of lovely 10-month-old twin boys. Unfortunately, they...
Kinga can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"Kinga watched our 3 children including a newborn. She was friendly, professional and punctual. We recommend her and would hire her again"
Toyosi E.
Susan B.
Elmhurst, IL
$20-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!
I was a professor at the Art Institute of Chicago while my kids were growing up and now I work from home during the day. I am looking for evening and weekend work, or covering last minute emergencies or travel.
I've been a part-time nanny and babysitter for an amazing family for the last 5 years. They have a full time...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Susan is the best! My kids look forward to her coming over - they do crafts, games, dance parties.... She's always on time, very communicative and very responsible. When we unexpectedly lost our nanny she jumped in and didn't miss a beat. We wished she could have...
Melissa S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been involved in childcare for about 5 years. I have had experience caring for children of various ages, but mainly ages 4-10. Duties performed have been preparing meals, outdoor activities, and even bringing/doing crafts with them! I am experienced with working with up to 3 children at a time, and I am comfortable caring...
Esther can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about Esther. Our daughters anxiously await her arrival every morning. I come home to excited kids that want to tell me about all of the activities, games, and fun they had with Esther. She is always willing to go beyond our...
Kevin C.
Jennifer H.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Storytelling about camel rides in Africa and teaching how to count in Spanish make me a well-rounded sitter. My name is Jennifer and I'm currently working for one of the largest non-profit organizations in the world. I'm temporarily sitting on the weekends and some weekdays. Currently an Andersonville resident. I'm a proud first...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer has been a friend of mine for 10+ years & we actually worked in childcare during our college days. She is amazing with kids & a very dependable person who always cares for the well-being of others."
Letisia S.
Alex T.
Elmhurst, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Caregiver With AGS Degree And Early Childhood Classes And Assistant Teacher Certification
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in caring for infants, toddlers and young children after school or full time. I have experience caring for children from infant to 10 years of age as an after school nanny, and in a childcare center and as a babysitter. I also have experience babysitting and as an ice skating instructor. I also have work with...
Alex can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Alex is wonderful with children. My own kids beg her to read and play, which she does at length with a smile on her face."
Lisa S.
Shelly N.
Lombard, IL
$25-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I started my career as a teacher in a preschool program & a summer camp director for school age children. After spending 5 years teaching I began my nanny career. I have been a nanny for a total of 17 years working with all ages but preschool through middle school have always been my favorite. Also, I spent 2 years as a before &...
Shelly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shelly has been our nanny for a year (during the peak of the pandemic) and in that year she has been a true blessing for our family. She is incredibly professional, organized, reliable and precise. She is loving and nurturing, equally proficient at entertaining and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hey! I'm Heaven :) I'm originally from LA but moved here to teach! I started baby sitting at 10 years old in the church nursery for parents who were attending service. Since then I have volunteered at a local preschool from 6th-12th grade, worked at the Boys and Girls Club (that I attended when I was younger!), tutored privately...
Heaven can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Heaven was very attentive and had a great, engaging attitude. They were dependable and never failed to respond to communication. Would definitely recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello there! My name is Viviana and I am looking for an awesome family to assist. Ideally, I would help with any of the following:
-School pick ups/drop offs
-After school transportation to sports/music lessons/activities
-Evening childcare
-Weekend/date nights
-Grocery shopping
-Homework help
-Errands
-Light housekeeping &...
Viviana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Viviana was always punctual and a joy to be around! She picked our daughters up from school and took them to ballet. She also assisted with grocery shopping and running errands which was a great help."
Ana S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 46-year-old woman. I am a very motivated individual with much patience. I love children and adore spending time with them. I enjoy doing this because spending time with kids makes me happy and cheerful. I have been a full-time Nanny for three separate families in the past. I would like to continue working in this field. I...
Aleksandra can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aleks worked for us as a nanny for the last three months and took care of our three month old baby. She is wonderful, reliable, always on time, loving, caring and well educated, and we would never let her leave us if we were not moving out of the country. When she...
Ivan K.
Maria J.
Cicero, IL
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Love Children.. And Willing To Take Them To Their After Day Class If Need So.
5.0
(2)
I have experience raising my 3 children. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation for the children after school.
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Amazing human! Loveable and super caring. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
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...
Sandra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"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 very flexible and adjusted to our schedule fluctuations which were very helpful. Unfortunately, we no longer...
David F.
Jeanine S.
Chicago, IL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jeanine, I'm a law student here in Chicago and I have over 6 years of experience as a nanny. I mainly handled infant care, after school help, pick ups, drop off at activities, homework help and creating fun environment for kids to feel comfortable/engaged in. I love nannying, making life for each family easier and having...
5.0
"Hired for a 5 hour date night. The kids enjoyed her and were bathed and in their pajamas with one child sleeping when we got home at 10pm. Would hire again."
Colleen S.
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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 1 family 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & 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.
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.
Nomfundo K.
Chicago, IL
$22-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was 13 when my cousin brother was born I looked after him with my grandmother and when my grandmother went somewhere I was responsible for him. I was taking care of him under supervision of an adult until he was 6 months than I looked after him on my own for almost 3year after school and on...
Nomfundo can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have the privilege of having Nomfundo care for my son, and I can wholeheartedly describe her as a delightful human! She's not only trustworthy but also incredibly thoughtful and considerate in her approach to childcare. Her promptness is truly impressive, and...
Chelli L.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've worked with the same family from 16 years now. I've been caring for a girl (16) and a boy (15) since they were only few weeks old. I've seen them growing and becoming more and more independent, which always has been an enormous joy for me. I was teaching them numbers and letters, we were drawing, singing, dancing and...
Beata can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Beata is the sweetest, kindest caregiver. She is fantastic with babies and adolescents. Beata is a wonderful caregiver. "
Marykathryn J.
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Melrose Park, IL
Andrea R.
5.0
I had an excellent experience with Andrea watching my kids for an evening. No issues. She is very pleasant.
- Paul F.
Kinga S.
5.0
Kinga watched our 3 children including a newborn. She was friendly, professional and punctual. We recommend her and would hire her again
- Toyosi E.
Susan B.
5.0
Susan is the best! My kids look forward to her coming over - they do crafts, games, dance parties.... She's always on time, very communicative and very responsible. When we unexpectedly lost our nanny she jumped in and didn't miss a beat. We wished she could have been our been our new nanny, but was...
- Melissa S.
Esther P.
5.0
I cannot say enough good things about Esther. Our daughters anxiously await her arrival every morning. I come home to excited kids that want to tell me about all of the activities, games, and fun they had with Esther. She is always willing to go beyond our needs with cooking, staying late...
- Kevin C.
Jennifer H.
5.0
Jennifer has been a friend of mine for 10+ years & we actually worked in childcare during our college days. She is amazing with kids & a very dependable person who always cares for the well-being of others.
- Letisia S.
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FAQs for after school child care in Melrose Park, IL
In 2024, how much is after-school care near me in Melrose Park, IL?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Melrose Park, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 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 Melrose Park, IL?
Care.com currently has 2 after school child care providers in Melrose Park, 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 Melrose Park, IL?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Melrose Park, 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 Melrose Park, 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.