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60 after school babysitters are listed in Darien, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 8 years
After school babysitters in Darien, IL
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a high school teacher looking for a summer job while I am working on getting my masters! I am 26 and have lots of experience caring for children of all ages. I have 2 nieces who are 2 years old and 5 months old that I love spending time with. I have cared for children ages 3 months - 12 years old and I could argue...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
4.0
"Shelby nannied for us for two months before we no longer needed care. She was great with communication and our kiddos enjoyed their time with her!"
Shannon F.
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:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Laura. She took care of my babies for 4 years until we moved out of state. She took care of my 3 kiddos as if they were her own! She was always flexible with our job schedules and available when we needed her most. I wish...
Care member
Laura R.
Lombard, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have graduated from high school in May 2017. For the last 2 years of high school I was apart of my schools preschool program were I was a TA and an intern. I feel comfortable babysitting all ages and helping out around the house and such. I have experience in sitting babies, toddlers (including potty training), elementary age,...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will be finishing my masters program in May and graduating with my Education Specialist degree in School Psychology. I start my position at a K-5 elementary school in the fall and I am looking for a full-time nannying job for this summer (2023). I have been providing child care both as needed and in full time positions since I...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is a GREAT pet/house-sitter!!! We trust her with our 4 dogs and our home. We know they are in very capable & loving hands when we leave them with Rachel. She's extremely reliable and responsible and the dogs really love her too!"
Karen F.
5.0
(1)
I have experience in caring for children from 1-month-old to 14-year-olds. Two of the babysitting jobs I had required long hours, therefor I was in charge of taking the child to school, performing light house keeping, healthy meal preparations, homework help, bathing, and getting ready for bed time. I have tutored and...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Please allow me to recommend Brittany for the position of babysitter of children from the ages of Toddler to 12 years old. Brittany was my babysitter for months before she moved to Chicago. I and my children were devastated when Brittany moved, but I also wanted to...
Lizette N.
Lekayla H.
Broadview, IL
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Le'Kayla. I am 24 years old. I am a recent grad from Columbia College Chicago. I currently serve at my church as the youth music leader. I've been serving there since I was 16 years old. I became a babysitter at the age of 14 or 15 years old. It started as a family business and grew into a passion of mine. I...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Sophia & I am a current graduate student majoring in school social work at Aurora University. I have a passion for working with kids of all ages, although my studies focus on late elementary through high school ages.
I have babysitting experience with children ranging in age from 6 months old to 12 years...
Sophia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia was great with my little girl."
Deborah A.
Antonika T.
Broadview, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitting - Flexible Babysitter Available Now - Evenings And Weekends
4.6
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10+ years experience in babysitting children of all ages. I am a very reliable person. I absolutely love children and show them great attention. I am able to provide references if needed. I have excellent communication skills and very patient with children.
Antonika can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"We hired Nika for a date night and already booked another time. She was great with our two toddlers, active, engaging and the kids were sad to see her leave. She was punctual, great communication with us and will book her again!"
Erin F.
Kadrisha G.
Willowbrook, IL
$25/hr • 17 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Kadrisha and I'm 49years old. I am a mother of 6 children, ages 16 to 26, and I'm a grandmother to the sweetest 5-year-old grandson. I have 17 years of paid childcare experience. Some of my best qualities are that I am super friendly, trustworthy, patient, and most importantly, I adore kids! I enjoy spending...
Kadrisha can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kadrisha is a thoughtful, attentive and caring babysitter. She pays attention to what each kid likes/ how they behave to best connect with them. She is also reliable and professional. "
Care member
Maria K.
Lombard, IL
$30/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
As a passionate and experienced childcare provider with 20 years in the field, I've had the privilege of nurturing and educating children, helping them grow and thrive. My journey began with my love for children, reinforced by my positive experiences as a babysitter. I truly believe in the profound impact I can have on their...
Maria can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is a wonderful person and a very conscientious and nurturing caregiver. She quickly became a part of our family. Maria is patient and flexible and she respected and mirrored my parenting style. I highly recommend Maria as a nanny."
Andy C.
Carolne N.
Romeoville, IL
$28-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi Everyone, My Name Is Caroline, I'm A Brazilian 27 Years Old, Recently Moved To Chicago From DC
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as responsible, kind and loving
I like working with kids because I learn a lot from them!
I'm looking for a job that I can help sharing experience and good moments with the kids and provide a a good leadership and reach their needs
I started working with kids when I was in high school in Brazil...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"A loving person who cared for our baby the best way possible! Responsible and reliable."
Care member
Elizabeth M.
Woodridge, IL
$15-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have my associates degree and am now pursuing a bachelor's degree in elementary education. I have a passion for childcare and teaching; my favorite age groups are infants and toddlers.
I have been babysitting and nannying for over 10 years and have experience working in a daycare (mostly with toddlers). I am First...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Elizabeth is great with kids; she is attentive to them and not the type of person to sit on her phone. Instead, every kid she's cared for always has a good time and is taken good care of."
Care member
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Perpetual and I am passionate about supporting local families. I graduated in 2016 with my degree in health and human physiology. I have enjoyed utilizing my background in health and exercise by incorporating exercise into play. I have over 5 years of experience including babysitting, preschool teaching and...
Perpetual can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"As a small business owner, I've had to hire many nannies to watch my 3 kids over the years. Out of all them, Perpetual is the best by far! She makes sure each one of my children receives attention and love. When my she noticed my son was struggling with math, she...
Ellen A.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a 21-year-old nanny who currently watches twin 4. 5-year-old girls full time. I have previously watched a 10-month-old boy from age 3 months-10 months and started looking for a new position as he started daycare! I've also worked as a nanny to 5 children and at an at home daycare watching kids ages 6 months-6 years. I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Honestly, I wish I could give Julia more than 5 stars because she absolutely deserves it. Julia arrived a few minutes before her scheduled time with a big, friendly smile on her face. My 9-month-old daughter had never had a babysitter before, and I was nervous, but...
Megan R.
Marykate G.
Downers Grove, IL
$20-33/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My name is Mary Kate . I am a high school math teacher looking for a summer nannying job. I have 4 years of nannying experience, and I have babysat since I was 12 years old. I enjoy being outside in the summer and spending time with family and my golden retriever puppy, Nike. I am very reliable and flexible about hours and pay....
Marykate can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary Kate has been with our family for two summers full time watching our daughter who was 8 and 9 at the time. We were both working parents with a train commute downtown. Mary Kate is always on time, trust worthy, reliable and responsible. She drove our daughter...
Mariza M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a great deal of experience caring for children. I live in Oak Brook Il and have raised three of my own kids which are now successful adults.
Recently (past 10 years) I have been a substitute teacher , nanny , after school nanny , house manager, pet sitter and small business owner.
I love being with and caring for...
Peggy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Jasmin D.
Hillside, IL
$17-18/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Jasmin and I have a love and passion for two main things in my life, helping others and children. I am currently in Grad school for school social work and I one day hope to work in either schools or children's hospitals. I have about 9 years of experience caring for children in many different capacities. I have been...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Sherry,
Favorite places to go would be: Nature walks, Brookfield zoo, Farms, basically the outdoors.
Favorite things to do: drawing, crafts, games.
Babysitter For After School Or Weekends!
Sherry can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Carol C.
La Grange, IL
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been teaching for 3 years and have experience teaching kids ages K-12. Baby sitter available.
Amanda M.
Lemont, IL
$25-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education and have my level 4 ECE Credential. I was a teacher's aid at a daycare center in 2015 for about 3 years, then worked at Lifetime athletic in the child care center for almost 4 years. I was also a lead preschool teacher for 3-4-year-olds for a year. During Covid, I tutored multiple...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Darien, IL
Shelby C.
5.0
Shelby nannied my 3 kids during the school year and did a wonderful job! She got 2 off to school and my youngest looked forward to seeing her every time she came. She was very communicative and always arrived on time. She was great with my kids age ranges from 1-6. We will definitely use Shelby...
- Beth L.
Laura P.
5.0
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Laura. She took care of my babies for 4 years until we moved out of state. She took care of my 3 kiddos as if they were her own! She was always flexible with our job schedules and available when we needed her most. I wish I could find a Laura in every state...
- Care member
Rachel C.
5.0
Rachel is a GREAT pet/house-sitter!!! We trust her with our 4 dogs and our home. We know they are in very capable & loving hands when we leave them with Rachel. She's extremely reliable and responsible and the dogs really love her too!
- Karen F.
Brittany E.
5.0
Please allow me to recommend Brittany for the position of babysitter of children from the ages of Toddler to 12 years old. Brittany was my babysitter for months before she moved to Chicago. I and my children were devastated when Brittany moved, but I also wanted to make sure that others could...
- Lizette N.
Sophia C.
5.0
Sophia was great with my little girl.
- Deborah A.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Darien, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Darien, IL?
You can review 8 after school babysitter profiles near you in Darien, 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 Darien, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Darien, IL is $20.12. 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 Darien, 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 Darien, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Darien, 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 Darien, IL can really come in handy.
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Ratings for Darien, IL after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in Darien, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.