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60 after school babysitters are listed in Blue Island, IL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Blue Island, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you."
Victoria R.
April O.
Blue Island, IL
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was a Junior in Highschool. I took a class where I worked with preschoolers and able to care for them and learned how to write lessons for them. I recently graduated from Eastern Illinois university with a Bachelors in early childhood education. Throughout my time in college I worked at...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
For the past eight years I've taken on the role as a babysitter/ nanny for local neighbors, and friend. I enjoy being around kids and being that friendly person that they can rely on. I'm a strong believer in work hard play later. Once the important things are done then we can have fun. All of my kids knows and understand that...
Tamara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with children and I'd enjoy the opportunity to care for your children. No need to worry about qualifications, I have extensive experience working with youngsters. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and I am Red Cross Certified. I was a cheer coach for 4 years and I taught children from ages 3-16...
Paige can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Paige was the best caregiver that we have ever come across. She watched our 3 children during the summer. Our schedule changes so much and she was very adaptable and trustworthy. If only she would come back to school in Michigan so we could keep her! She is an...
Josephine C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I babysat for a very busy family for 3 years. I was responsible for three children (mostly 2 because the third is a teen and very after school activities oriented), since they were 3, 5 and 13. I mostly did after school babysitting, from picking them up from school to warming up dinner, helping with homework, and taking each one...
Cristina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"We used Cristina as a nanny for our 3 month old son when I went back to work from maternity leave. She was a very caring Nanny and I could tell my son really enjoyed having her around. He would always smile when he saw her which is rare for a baby that is so...
Taylor M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jocelyn. If I could only choose three words to describe myself they would be patient, loving, and creative. I first nannied a baby from the age of 8 months until the age of 16 months, and used to babysit for different families on weekends. I've been the nanny to a wonderful family and their two children for...
Jocelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have had the privilege of working with Jocelyn in the past and I would like to share my thoughts on why you should hire her. Reliable, hardworking, thoughtful, loving, kind, fun and energetic are just a few qualities that Jocelyn has in abundance and it shows...
Claress R.
Gloria D.
Chicago, IL
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision I've babysit own and off for a few years I've worked at summer camps and after school programs I'm a very good cook
Gloria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Personable, kind, interactive with kids, communicates well, tries to do what is asked of her. She’s great! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a lifelong nanny, married with a college educated daughter. I have spent my entire career providing loving care for children. 27 of those years I spent with just three families. Now I'm going to the weddings of my first kids! My current family is growing up and I am looking for a new family to help. I love being part of a...
Elena can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I would absolutely recommend Elena. She is very reliable and motivated and approaches everything with care and patience. She cared for and helped raise our two daughters, M. (2 years old) and H. (3 months old) from late 2021 into 2022. Elena came to work on time,...
Jamie F.
Erin S.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a college student-athlete at Trinity College in Connecticut but I live in the south suburbs of Chicago! I am a member of the softball team at Trinity College and this will be my first summer in a very long time not filled up with travel softball. I have a very open schedule all summer and lot of experience...
5.0
"Erin was a great care giver for my 2 children. She is excited to be at work and have fun with the kids. She played with them both indoors and outdoors."
Roxane H.
Elizabeth P.
Hammond, IN
$35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Elizabeth I have experience with a range of ages. I used to work at the YMCA daycare, where I watched kids from 4yrs old to 11.
Besides that I have also volunteered as the assistant coach for Girls on the Run; a program that promotes girl empowerment. There I cared after elementary girls from the ages of 5-12.
As...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth has been a pleasure to work with. She is dependable and friendly. My daughter really enjoys working with her. I have had no issues. I Recommend her without reservations."
Tarak P.
Miriam M.
Chicago, IL
$20-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...
Miriam can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a part of the family she simply treats her as family. I promise you won't go wrong with her if you want an excellent caregiver she...
Alexandrith B.
Felice W.
Crestwood, IL
$22-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring And Trustworthy Sitter With Flexible Availability
5.0
(8)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! My name is Felice, and I LOVE LOVE LOVE children! Caring for children comes so very natural for me, and I realized this early on in life. My first job was babysitting, which I continued on throughout high school, college, and my adulthood, Family is my number one priority, so I made sure that my career choice would...
Felice can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She was absolutely wonderful, caring and considerate. Very professional and attentive to my son. Would definitely hire her again in a heartbeat. I highly recommend her!"
Dana-rachael S.
4.6
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am very creative, open-minded, and a goal oriented individual. At my young age it's astonishing that I have 7+ years of experience in child care for all age groups. I have worked for several companies where I have taught and mentored young minds of all ages which proves my versatility and eagerness to inspire. I have...
Cashmere can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Cash is a fantastic carer! I hired her to sit my 5-year-old son, who is on the spectrum, along with his 2 older sisters. Cash has proved to be a calm and steady person for him. She engages him in conversation and constructive play as well. She has also helped, so...
Ifeyinwa A. I.
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Chasty and I'm 24 years old located in the Chicago area. I've been watching and taking care of kids for about nine years and take great pleasure in it. I started babysitting for family mostly then, branched out to watching close family friends children. I enjoy working with children because they keep you busy...
Chasty can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chasty from the get go had a great sense of personality and seemed to
Trusted. It's not easy trusting anyone with your child Now a days, but when my daughter met her she wasn't shy.. Chasty presented herself kindly to where a 10 year old can understand. Now my...
Ulises M.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 11-month-old babygirl and although my availability for recurring weekly clients is limited, I am always interested in potential bookings for unique needs including but not limited to: PA/FA hours, date nights, pet sitting, and caregiving gigs. I have unique experience as a chaperone or...
Jasmyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Jasmyn has been one of the best care providers my son has ever had. The first time she watched him, was my child's first time experiencing any type of child care and he has always enjoyed every moment with her. She is very patient, attentive, and very sweet. The...
Crystal N.
Samantha S.
Lansing, IL
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am A Caring Teenager Who Loves To Provide Care To All Age Children
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Background check COMPLETED & CLEARED by cants as of 08/2018. CPR certified as of 09/2018 Recently renewed 10/22. For the past 5 years, I have enjoyed babysitting children. I enjoy spending time with children and entertaining them, I love their energy and curiosity. I have great listening skills, and I show so much love and...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is respectful, helpful , and well mannered"
Shamarii H.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, l have a great background in Early Education, after school, and a float in between toddler and infant rooms. Playing, and reading are my specialties, as long as the children are engaged, they are learning. My experience as a nanny has been nothing but positive. I love when the children are growing and learning in their...
Diana can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Diana took care of our adult son after he suffered a brain tumor that hemorrhaged. She got him up, helped him shower fixed his breakfast lunch etc. She took him to his many therapies and watched and helped with his exercises at home. He could only walk with...
Barbara R.
Cassie J.
Alsip, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.
Cassie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly enjoyed the kids which they pick up on. Miss having her. Could not recommend her enough."
Anne M.
Alexa R.
Chicago, IL
$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as quiet yet outgoing.
I like working with kids because I grew up in a big family and ever since I was a little girl I was always with my aunts and uncles that had babies and toddlers. I was the designated "babysitter" at every party and as I grew older the kids never stopped following me, but it was...
5.0
"We hired Alexa full time for almost a full year. She took great care of our daughter and was always on time. Would highly recommend her."
Kyle G.
Laura P.
Palos Hills, IL
$18/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Laura. I have my degree and 20+ years in Early Childhood Education. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have been a teacher, nanny and Preschool Center Director. I started child care in my Palos Hills home in 2016. I know how impactful, personal, social and fun home care can be! Please reach out to me if you would...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely adore Laura. The second we walked into Laura’s home we knew she was special!
Her space is incredible, with so many fun things to do. She is so incredibly kind and truly loves what she does. She made us feel comfortable from the second we walked in...
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Blue Island, IL
Maria F.
5.0
We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you.
- Victoria R.
Paige W.
5.0
Paige was the best caregiver that we have ever come across. She watched our 3 children during the summer. Our schedule changes so much and she was very adaptable and trustworthy. If only she would come back to school in Michigan so we could keep her! She is an amazing person who is caring and has...
- Josephine C.
Cristina V.
5.0
We absolutely LOVE Cristina! We were in a pinch to quickly hire a nanny for our boy/girl 5 month old twins and Cristina was a godsend. She was always on time, proactive in anticipating the needs of my babies. I felt immediately comfortable leaving them with her the 2nd week she worked for us...
- Melody D.
Jocelyn S.
5.0
Jocelyn was amazing. She was always on time, very organized and clean. My kids love Jocelyn she creative, happy and positive. Best thing about Jocelyn is she is always open to try new things. If it wasn't for us moving we would still want her to help with our babies.
- Jenny N.
Gloria D.
5.0
Personable, kind, interactive with kids, communicates well, tries to do what is asked of her. She’s great!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Blue Island, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Blue Island, IL?
You can review 3 after school babysitter profiles near you in Blue Island, IL to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Blue Island, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Blue Island, IL is $16.67. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Blue Island, IL?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Blue Island, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Blue Island, IL to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Blue Island, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Blue Island, IL?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Blue Island, IL.