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1,120 after school babysitters are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Chicago, IL
Hi, I'm Phia! I'm an experienced, caring sitter for kids and pets looking for work. I'm artistic, fun, and am more than happy to help with cleaning, cooking, errands, and laundry. My schedule is flexible.
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Sandy has been our full-time nanny for the past two years caring for our children who are now 5 & 7. She always arrives at our home with a smile on her face and a lot of energy. Sandy has been incredibly reliable. Throughout the day she engages the kids playing...
Jennifer K.
Taylor D.
Chicago, IL
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I began babysitting in high school and I have also worked as an after-school counselor, camp counselor, and summer babysitter. I enjoy reading, writing, painting, and musicals.
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Babysitting was my first job at 13, like many young girls. I currently work in a physics lab, finishing my undergrad in neuroscience after going back to school, and I'm a talented painter. If you're looking for exceptional care and supplemental help raising your child(takes a village!), I might be a good fit for your family. I...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a ton of experience working with children. I have worked as a counselor at day camps and overnight camps for 7 years, worked as a senior counselor at an overnight camp overseeing 28 college-aged counselors and over 1, 000 kids throughout the summer. I have babysat for multiple family's, coached basketball teams working...
Summer can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I would be a great sitter and caregiver for your child(ren). I have many years of baby sitting experience. I also am CPR certified along with babysitting training and a year of CNA training. I am super patient and love kids! I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/MealPreparation, crafts, etc. I will be starting...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my names Lexi! I am new to caregiver but I promise I am exactly the person you need!! I went to Yorkville High School and am currently a freshman at Aurora University. But I am so excited to get a chance to meet your amazing kids, animals etc. Thank you so much! (: But, I do have a car! and I would be more than willing to run...
Lexi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Ilana E.
Chicago, IL
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Ilana a 20-year-old college student from Chicago!
I started working with kids when I was in middle school as a junior day camp counselor. Throughout middle and high school I also babysat children of various ages (toddlers to older elementary schoolers). When I got to high school I was an intern After School...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Alana! I am a gap year premedical student from Chicago! I am a reliable, positive, and creative individual. I have 5 years experience in after school care programming as well as babysitting. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, and Homework Assignments. During college, I was a tutor for...
Alana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am more than 17 years of experience as a Nanny/ Sitter in the New Jersey area. I am multi lingual English, Russian, Lithuanian . I have long term references, I worked extensively caring for , newborns, toddlers and pre-school , teenager aged children. All children are a blessing who deserve the best.
I focused and goal...
Jurate can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jurate was great - we were in town for a wedding and had an earlier sitter ghost us the week of the event, and she was able to help us out without a ton of notice. She was punctual, friendly with our boys and did everything we needed her to do to handle bedtime. We...
Taylor S.
Hello! My name is Claudia and I am 22 years old! I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old and over the last 2 years, I have worked with elementary school and middle school students in an after school program! I thoroughly enjoy working with children and I feel like over time I have come to enjoy it more and more. This...
Hi families! I'm a social work graduate student in Chicago. Throughout my adult life, I have babysat regularly for multiple families with kids between the ages of 1 and 12. I have worked as a camp counselor at 2 different day camps, working with kids between the ages of 3 and 7. Spending time with kids is one of my favorite...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie is extremely caring, responsible, and fun. My kids always looked forward to their time with her."
Care member
Hi! I'm Saige. Im originally from Connecticut and moved to Chicago recently to start a job in Account Management for Otis Elevator! I finished graduate school in December 2022 at the University of Hartford and got my Masters in Business Analytics. I graduated from Fordham University in NYC in 2021.
I have been babysitting on...
Saige can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have 6 years of experience. I can help with meals, homework/crafts and transportation. I've worked at a daycare and summer camp for 4 years in Chicago and babysitted a 3 month and toddler for 3 years while studying at Purdue. I am currently an aviation teacher for high schoolers and eighth graders. Hope to speak with you...
Jasmine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello there! I'm Tamara. I've been passionate about working with children since my own childhood days. Even before getting my driver's license, I was the go-to babysitter in my neighborhood. My experience extends to volunteering at Willow Creek, engaging with children aged 3-5, infants, and 4/5th graders. In high school, I...
Tamara can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Anayah M.
Chicago, IL
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
I like working with kids because they are a joy to be around
I started working with kids when I was a sophomore in high school. I said off at after school care and I did a lot of babysitting.
In my spare time, I love to bake and paint. Baking helps me relax. Painting is just something I have always do, instead of watching tv...
Anayah can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Natalie and I just graduated from DePaul this June majoring in Early Childhood Education, and minoring in Peace, Justice, and Conflict studies. I'm currently a teacher in Chicago for PreK and Kindergarten, and I'm looking for some side work with children of all ages!
I'm open to families with pets as well. I...
Megan O.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan and I'm a fun and reliable babysitter with over 9 years of experience taking care of children from 3 months old to 12 years old. I graduated from Tulane University in 2023 and am looking to help any families in the neighborhood in need of a babysitter. I'm CPR certified and I have experience working in...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I have watched kids from ages 3 months - 13 years old. I have earned practice with all ages through my volunteer work at a religious education program and summer camps. I am fun, energetic, positive, and creative. I love doing crafts with kids and taking them on walks to get...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL
Sandra M.
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 need a full-time nanny and we can't...
- David F.
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.
Jurate C.
5.0
Jurate was great - we were in town for a wedding and had an earlier sitter ghost us the week of the event, and she was able to help us out without a ton of notice. She was punctual, friendly with our boys and did everything we needed her to do to handle bedtime. We would definitely hire her again.
- Taylor S.
Natalie J.
5.0
Natalie is extremely caring, responsible, and fun. My kids always looked forward to their time with her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Chicago, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Chicago, IL?
You can review 1,120 after school babysitter profiles near you in Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Chicago, IL is $19.82. 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 Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL.
Ratings for Chicago, IL after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
After School Babysitters in Chicago, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 442 reviews of the 1,120 listed after school babysitters.