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60 after school babysitters are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Des Plaines, IL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years experience in babysitting children. I nannied for a while in the city then got a full time job and picked up weekend and some week night shifts. I can help with various duties while watching the kids such as cooking, helping with homework, doing laundry etc.
I love working with all age rages of kids! I am a CTRS...
Clariza can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Clariza is reliable and excellent with children."
Ana G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Rebecca! I am currently a 1st grade teacher at an elementary school! In previous years I have taught Kindergarten and 3rd grade. I have my degree in Elementary Education (Birth-grade 6). I have worked with children from birth-12. I have tons of experience with kids through teaching, and nannying as well as...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca was great with our two boys (21 months and 5 years old). When we came back home, the younger one was happily snuggling with her while my older son was playing. I felt a great sense of relief seeing how comfortable they were with her."
Stephanie D.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Tenzin. I have eight years of experiences and four references. I am looking for a full or part-time child care opportunity. I am truly passionate about caring for children and feel privileged to play a role in their lives as they grow and thrive. I have worked for four families, and also I look after my nieces,...
Tenzin can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Tenzin cared for our daughter from 4 months until 17 months old, full-time (M-F) in our home.
Tenzin was terrific! She was always on time each morning and was full engaged with our daughter from the time she arrived until the end of the day. She would actively...
Dawn G.
Fatima R.
Evanston, IL
$20-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
Compassionate Healthcare Student Who Loves Providing Great Care! Fun Sitter, With CPR Certification.
5.0
(2)
My name is Fatima. I'm a healthcare student working to get my certification as a nursing assistant. I currently have my CPR certification. I love working with people/children and providing great care. I can also help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have 6 years of experience working as a nanny. I'm...
Fatima can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fatima took great care of my daughter! She always arrived on time and was kind and compassionate! She read to her and helped with homework. Would recommend her as a great babysitter!"
Care member
4.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kotche, am a French speaking woman and English is my second language. I currently work part-time with a family that has a 5-month-old, and sometimes I babysit on weekends for a 4-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl. My work experience has always been evolved around people. From hairdresser to caregiver. I am...
Kotche can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Love is reliable and loving with our son. She reads and talks to him, and plays to help develop his movement and motor skills. My son is happy when he sees her and I know Love truly cares for him. She also helps by washing his clothes and bottles and takes...
Alina H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Stella. I've been working as a babysitter for over 10 yrs now + 7 yrs as a senior caregiver: 4 yrs with a newborn and another 4 with an autistic teen and his brother and sister (also teens). Additionally I have worked with twins, can help with laundry, meal preparation. I am a responsible, dependable and caring...
Stela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stela was absolutely amazing!!! There are not enough good things I could say about her. I have a 2 1/2-year-old daughter and an 8 month old son. She watched both children for me while I worked from home without missing a beat. My daughter enjoyed seeing her every...
Tamara C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Flight Attendant for American Airlines.
I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
3.5
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with child care and I am mother. I love activities outside and inside the house, if it is possible not to use screens with children. I love to play and make them lough, it really makes me happy to be with children. I consider myself an organized person and I love order. I am looking for a family that is...
Raiza can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"My 2-year-old granddaughter absolutely loves Raiza. She's always happy after their time together. Raiza is trustworthy, kind, and dependable as can be. We feel so lucky to have found her. I would recommend her to anyone. She really is a gem. "
Care member
Max T.
Evanston, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Over the past two summers, I worked as an Inclusion Aide. I was paired with children that had a variety of special needs including autism or physical challenges. I've also babysat for three other families with young children and they typically like my high energy.
Max can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Here's a little about me! I am a teacher and have been teaching in the Chicago area for 9 years. I have experience babysitting for various families over the last 12+ years. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and my Master's degree as a Reading Specialist from DePaul University. I have spent several...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great communication, very dependable & flexible. BEST decision I've ever made is hiring her. BOTH my children get excited when its her day to come over"
Nicole R.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Tina
I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 8 years, including 1 year looking after special needs child , 2 years looking after 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , looking after newborn baby twins (premature) for an year.
Have a primary school teacher degree and CPR. Also worked as a...
Klimentina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tina cared for our premature twin girls from when they were 2 months adjusted until about 18 months old. She is very punctual and good at communication. She was flexible with our changing schedules and loves our daughters dearly. In addition to helping them...
Nadine K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with children. I have worked for 5 families in the northshore area. I lived in Deerfield for over 30 years. I tended to the children from infants to teens with ease and with great care. I am great with kids. I understand and respect families. I am great to work with.
Shahnaz can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Shahnaz was lovely to work with. My 12 month old lit up every morning when she arrived and my 6 and 8 year old were delighted with the arts and crafts she guided them in. She really played with the children-not all nannies do. Shahnaz also took excellent care of...
Meredith L.
Elizabeth H.
Arlington Heights, IL
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Howdy! I Go By Liz And I Am A Singer, Songwriter, Performer, Shining My Light On The Community!
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as creative, compassionate and optimistic
I like working with kids because they're kids! All kids are different, so it's always an adventure! They can be funny, entertaining, open to learning from the world around them, adventurous, curious, and life is always new and exciting around them.
I'm...
5.0
"My husband and I interviewed Elizabeth, and she was wonderful. She was very kind and energetic, and seemed to have a perfect amount of enthusiasm to keep up with, and entertain, kids. It seems that any family would be lucky to have her."
Brandi B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! :)
My name is Jasmine! I am currently a college student at North Park University, majoring in a BSN. I am the oldest in my family of two brothers, and I also have a ton of younger cousins so I've had a lot of experience taking care of younger kids. I've been doing it for years now, and I really find a lot of joy...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Jasmine was with our family for a full year. She became more than a babysitter, more than a nanny, she was a member of the family. She cared for our 3 and 5 year old with love and care, but also was able to keep things in control! We are sad our schedules didn't...
Alan K.
Anna K.
Glenview, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Along with my extensive background in housekeeping, I was also a child care giver. I took care of children of all ages as well as raised three wonderful children of my own. I will treat your children like my own! Just give me a call!
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
5.0
"Anna was great for housekeeping services! Looking forward to working with her again."
Farheen A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a rising sophomore in college majoring in marketing, and love to work with kids! I worked at Lifetime Fitness as a child care center counselor for a year, and have plenty of children in my neighborhood that I consistently babysit. I am very organized and patient, and am dedicated to creating a safe and fun environment for...
Delaney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Delaney was the best! She had to go back to College which is the only reason why she isn't taking care of my baby girl currently. But she will always be my number 1 contact whenever she is around and able to care for her!"
Nicole L.
5.0
(1)
My name is Grace K. I have many years of experience with children. I have two kids of my own; all grown up. I like to spend time with kids and would like to assist parents with their needs.
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Grace for a short term nanny position for my son. She watched him from 3 months to 6 months old until he was ready for daycare. She helped us out when we were in a tough spot and was flexible with our schedule. It was also obvious she had experience...
Korinne M.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Leslie and I am currently working as an ABA therapist. I am currently working towards my masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and have a TON of experience caring for children outside of my work and field. I love to be active with the kids I work with but will always adjust to any family needs! I love to...
Leslie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Leslie was the best. My son loved her so much. I look forward to hiring her again!"
Takeisha M.
Victoria W.
Chicago, IL
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have experience in childcare with Chicago Park District for 5 years and as a nanny/babysitter for 9 years. Helping with homework, after school activities, provide meals/meal prep along with household duties are a few of the things I do. I'm comfortable with pets and I have my own car. I am CPR certified as well, looking...
Victoria can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our family recently moved to Canton and we're looking for someone for Christmas occasional date nights. Victoria interviewed very well and my girls instantly liked her. On our scheduled outing, Victoria was on time and very professional. We will definitely hire her...
Toni D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am reliable, caring and trustworthy. Love to engage children and challenge their inquisitive minds. I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and happy. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing...
Paulette can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Paulette has been working with our family for two years and she is delightful, dependable, and a fantastic caregiver for our 2.5 yr old son. Paulette has also been incredibly flexible and saved us as we navigated COVID and needed more childcare. She does a great...
Amanda M.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL
Clariza K.
5.0
Clariza was great with my 3-year-old son, and great to work with. We hired her for a special night out. She arrived early, was thoughtful in asking about Miguel's routine and interests, and immediately bonded with him. She communicated well with us both before and during the evening, and everything...
- Emily M.
Rebecca S.
5.0
Rebecca was great with our two boys (21 months and 5 years old). When we came back home, the younger one was happily snuggling with her while my older son was playing. I felt a great sense of relief seeing how comfortable they were with her.
- Stephanie D.
Tenzin C.
5.0
She is super good with kids. Very trustful and punctual. She is very kindhearted and she drives too. Never had any complaint for her. I recommend her. Very very trustful with your kid which is most important.
- Tenchoe S.
Fatima R.
5.0
Fatima is kind, caring, RELIABLE, multilingual- and my 2 kids caught on to conversational Persian which was important to me! My kids loved her, & respected her! Fatima was the best nanny we had! Only reason why she's no longer our nanny because we moved! If you're looking for a trustworthy,...
- Care member
Kotche A.
5.0
Kotchema nannied for our family and we can not say enough wonderful things about her! She cares for our son as if he were her own child, the care is truly incredible. She is always early and we can always rely on her. It feels like Kotchema has become apart of our family and is more than we could...
- Danny S.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Des Plaines, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Des Plaines, IL?
You can review 28 after school babysitter profiles near you in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Des Plaines, IL is $19.54. 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 Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Des Plaines, IL?
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Ratings for Des Plaines, IL after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
After School Babysitters in Des Plaines, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.