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60 after school babysitters are listed in Blue Island, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
What others are saying about after school babysitters in Blue Island, IL
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…
Review for Maria F. by Victoria R.
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…
Review for Paige W. by Josephine C.
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…
Review for Cristina V. by Melody D.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & 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
Raquel H.
Blue Island, IL
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with a genuine passion for nurturing children's growth and development. My 7 years of experience have taught me that every child is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet their individual needs. Whether it's engaging in creative play, exploring the outdoors, or providing...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a natural caregiver, I've always felt a deep connection with children and a desire to positively impact their lives. With three years of experience as a childcare provider, I bring patience, creativity, and a friendly demeanor to my role. My passion for child and patient has led me to complete coursework and receive...
Lilyana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping & more
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
**Currently available for weekend sitting**
Bilingual: English/ Spanish + basic ASL
I'd describe my personality as
Empathetic
Outdoorsy
Loving
I like working with kids because
inquisitive nature & enthusiasm is contagious
I'm looking for a job that provides clear expectations and parents that seek a...
Tanya can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Karla R.
Blue Island, IL
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Karla! I Love Doing Arts And Crafts, Going On Walks & Going On Adventures!
Hi! My name is Karla. I've been babysitting since I was 18. I'm now 26 years old. I love to play with kids, go on walks, do arts & crafts and much more! I'm also a college student, I'm studying to become an early childhood teacher. And I speak two languages Spanish & English!
I'd describe my personality as caring, fun &...
Karla can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Alexis E.
Blue Island, IL
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'm 26 Years Old, I Enjoy Working With Children, And The Elderly. I Currently Work As A CNA.
I'm 26 years old, I have experience with working with children from the ages newborn-13 years old. I also have a CNA certification and having been working over 6 years. I love to run errands for people, take people to doc apts, grocery store runs, etc. I enjoy light duty cleaning, washing clothes, cooking for others. I'm the...
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping & 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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
"Jocelyn has a beautiful personality that is very relatable to young children and teens. She is very attentive. My teen loves to talk with and hang out with her because she is such a great listener. She is very creative,hard working, reliable, and has a wonderful...
Sherry H.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I am currently a third grade teacher with Chicago Public Schools. I have been teaching third grade for five years now. I also worked for two years on campus as a lead teacher at the YWCA of McLean County's child care program. There, I had worked with and cared for infants, toddlers, and school age children. I am social,...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie is an exceptional care giver! Organized, reliable, great with kids of different ages. She's a lovely person too and I continued working with her longer than expected because we had a wonderful experience! Highly recommend "
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elena has cared for our sons since our oldest were born, almost 9 years ago. She is loving, dependable, and trustworthy. Our boys love her like family. In addition to caring for the children, she also does light housework and always has the house looking neat when...
Sarah T.
Erin S.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, 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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(10)
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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Felice is amazing! It was our first time having our daughter being taking care of by someone who isn’t us and Felice calmed our nerves! She’s very attentive to detail, she even brought her own toys and bubbles to keep our little one occupied and engaged with no...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello all! I moved to Oak Lawn, IL in August 2021 to start school at Midwestern University for my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I have worked the past 5 years as a professional nanny, and the last 10 in childcare. I am experienced with all ages and multiples. I am looking for babysitting jobs on weeknights and weekends. I...
Rose can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Wonderful girl and kids love her."
Dawn S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Brittney! I'm a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with a strong background in childcare that includes both neurotypical and neurodivergent (specifically autism) children. I have two years of experience as a nanny, during which I provided reliable care. I hold a degree and I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am...
Brittney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brittney is a very attentive and caring individual! I have no doubt that she will be able to exceed expectations in this field. Brittney is responsible, smart, and always willing to learn in any environment she's put in."
David M.
Taylor S.
Burbank, IL
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hi, Im Taylor. I have been working with children since I was a child myself. In high school I took an advanced early childhood education course where I was able to lesson plan for the preschool we had in our high school. After graduating high school I went on to become a teacher's assistant in the toddler room at the local...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I completely trust Taylor when she has my children. She is very responsive and always gives updates. She is definitely someone I would hire over and over again to take care of my kids. "
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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 8 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 $18.50. 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.