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Find after school babysitters in Downers Grove, IL that you’ll love
60 after school babysitters are listed in Downers Grove, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Downers Grove, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi Family,
I am a professional Nanny with the following certifications and experiences:
- Aid CPR AED certified (American Heart Association).
- Special Needs Experience:(Autism and ADHD).
- Managing ADHD, Autism, learning disabilities (certified by the University of Colorado).
- Introduction to Food and Health
(Stanford...
Priscila can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We hired Priscilla to babysit our 7 year old daughter. Everything went extremely well and our daughter is really excited to see her again! Would not hesitate to recommend"
Julie C.
I have over 10 years of experience working with children and animals. I am the Assistant Director of a local dance studio and teach/mentor children every day! I am a car and home owner and am willing to help with any childcare, household tasks, and pet needs. I am able to help with basic school work and love creating crafts and...
Alexa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kamille E.
Downers Grove, IL
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Looking Forward To Knowing What Is Best For Your Families Needs!
Hi, my name is Kamille!
I have lots of experience with kids from babysitting to taking 3 classes of child development at school. I enjoy working with kids and hope to maybe find an interest doing so in my future. I am looking for a recurring job/hours since I am in school. I look forward to meeting your family and getting to...
Kamille can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! A little bit about myself: I have past experience with babysitting and being a nanny in the summers. I am currently a school psychologist and received my Ed. S from Loyola. I am looking to partner with a family for the summer months. I have worked with all ages! In college I played division 1 softball and I love to be...
Kristen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had a wonderful conversation with Kristen, she is very bright and has wonderful credentials. Anyone would be extremely lucky to have Kristen as their nanny this summer. We ended up going a full time route or else we would have hired her!"
Lauren S.
Angelica K.
Downers Grove, IL
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Angelica and I am a college student at the University of Illinois. I am home for the summer to assist in preparing for my sister's upcoming wedding and I have a lot of free time that I would love to use for childcare. I have been babysitting since a young age and have experience working in a childcare center. I...
Angelica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hi everyone! I have recently graduated highschool May 2023. I enjoy reading, working out, being outdoors, and spending time with friends and family. I also really love disney and am a kid at heart. Over the past 2 years l've worked four different jobs one including a swim instructing job where I taught children ages 6 months to...
Iliyah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Zain S.
Downers Grove, IL
$20-50/hr • 11 yrs exp
I like working with kids because each day is different with a new experience and something new to do together
I'm looking for a job that is secure with the hours I want
I started working with kids when I was in high school I was always the family babysitter and I realized it's really fun and rewarding
In my spare time, I...
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
Hi, I'm Katie! I am currently a college student at Loyola Chicago. I have been a babysitter and nanny for over six years now. I have worked for individual families, as well as professionally. I have experience as a kids swim instructor, tutor, and summer camp leader. I am looking for a full time position for the summer and would...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I am the Mary Poppins of 2018 who really has a special bag filled with snacks, activities, homework, extra clothes, books and other essentials. I am a people person and have always enjoyed helping and connecting with people. I started babysitting at the age of 11 and have continued watching and interacting with children. After...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Svenja A.
Downers Grove, IL
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Flexible Babysitter Available On Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays And Saturdays!
I started Babysitting when I was 13! I also did kids service at church and kids dancing classes! I was a High School teacher in Germany!
Lots of experience with kids of all ages!
Was an Au Pair after High School and watched Triplets. And
I also tutor German and help with homework.
I offer comprehensive childcare including meal...
Svenja can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Katty G.
Downers Grove, IL
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Katty and I'm a 27 years old. In high school, I took a child development class for 2 years and I was a children's tutor after school. I have over 7 years of paid babysitting experience with newborns to preteens even twins and I have taken care of my 8-year-old brother since he was a baby. I have my own car with...
Katty can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"She was great with my grandfather and dog!!! Keep in mind an 84 year old is like a big toddler who thinks they can do everything so I knew this was a big job! On top of my 50 pound German Shepherd mix. Katty was flawless with the scheduled medications and making...
Austin A.
Sophia S.
Downers Grove, IL
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as welcoming, calm, and fun-loving.
In high school, I babysat for families in my neighborhood. I also volunteered at after-school programs, helping students with their homework. My senior year, I had the privilege of coaching a 10U travel softball team.
In my spare time, I like to stay active. I...
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Erica and I'm a 19 years old. I am currently studying Children's Psychology at College of Dupage. I'm passionate about working with kids. I worked as a counselor at a summer camp/after school program in Wood Dale Park District. Last year I competed a Certified Nurse Assistant Program and I'm CPR, Basic Life and...
Erica can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Erica is very attentive at any given moment. She is someone you can rely on and feel comfortable with. Overall a great person to have around."
Sarah W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emmeline, and I would love to help take care of your family. I graduated from Fordham University in 2023 where I earned dual Bachelors of Science degrees in Psychology and Spanish Language & Literature. I am located on the border of Buck Town and Wicker Park in Chicago, IL. I have several years of child care...
Emmeline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Emmeline was so excellent with my 14 month old. She was happy and engaged all day and was great at verbalizing for her. Would hire again in a heartbeat!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have babysat for over 20 years. When I was a senior in high school, I worked in a preschool. I have babysat for my nieces & nephews ranging from 1-14. I worked with a family with 3 young girls & had 2 to 3 days of entertaining them & cooking for them. Arts & crafts were a regular thing with this family. After I...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan was great; very accommodating to my rushed schedule and took her time in letting my child warm up to her. Would definitely hire her again."
Pauline B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have many years of babysitting and nannying experience and look forward to connecting! I have a pretty flexible schedule and can help with a variety of things such as, before or after school, drop-off or pick-up, partial or full day babysitting, evening babysitting, etc. I enjoy caring for children as young as...
Julianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"First time mom here, first time anyone other than family has watched my little one. She is kind, warm and engaging. She was able to help me out on very short notice. I Will absolutely be using her again. My little one was very happy in her care. I was comfortable...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Joelle. I have had various experiences when it comes to caring for kids. I taught English in Korea for several months during different years. Additionally, I worked as an equestrian camp counselor for the past two years. I have babysat kids of all ages, from 0-15 years old, and have been a paid babysitter for...
Joelle can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Joelle did a great job as 1 of 2 sitters for a situation that involved 3 kids of different ages and a dog. She arrived on time and immediately jumped in especially connecting with the child who was more shy. It was a one time need for us but I would certainly...
Nancy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Childcare has been my entire life & I couldn't imagine a better job!
I grew up in my mother's home day care environment. As I grew up, I took on more and more responsibilities in the daycare until I eventually became, essentially, her assistant. I also volunteered at a local church, watching young children during Sunday...
Jesse can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Jesse came in last minute when another hire fell through for medical reasons. Jessie did great. Very professional, understood how to help with an event and did all we asked."
David D.
Joanna R.
Lombard, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Caring, Nurturing, Dedicated, And Experienced Nanny
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy spending time with children -playing, taking trips to parks, library and other educational outings. I love to explore the world through their eyes. I have a Master's degree in the Education field from Poland, where I was born. I have been a nanny for over 14 years; I mostly have taken care of infants and toddlers. I'm an...
Joanna can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joanna has looked after our 7.5 month old daughter for 4 months. She is a great care giver and a really great person. We hired Joanna when our daughter was 3 months old. We needed a loving, caring, responsible, reliable person and she has delivered on all...
Jeanne Y.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Downers Grove, IL
Priscila M.
5.0
We hired Priscilla to babysit our 7 year old daughter. Everything went extremely well and our daughter is really excited to see her again! Would not hesitate to recommend
- Julie C.
Kristen B.
5.0
We had a wonderful conversation with Kristen, she is very bright and has wonderful credentials. Anyone would be extremely lucky to have Kristen as their nanny this summer. We ended up going a full time route or else we would have hired her!
- Lauren S.
Marykate G.
5.0
Marykate is absolutely amazing!!! She is sweet and caring. She watched our 1yo last summer and occasionally had all 3 kids (6,4,1) and our children adore her. Marykate was our first time hire from care.com and we got so lucky with such amazing person. We were sad that she was only available during...
- Lina B.
Katty G.
5.0
She was great with my grandfather and dog!!! Keep in mind an 84 year old is like a big toddler who thinks they can do everything so I knew this was a big job! On top of my 50 pound German Shepherd mix. Katty was flawless with the scheduled medications and making sure everyone was fed and the house...
- Austin A.
Erica M.
5.0
I can't find enough words to describe how grateful I am with Erica. She was a very caring babysitter to my 2 year old girl and also a great support to our family in a big transition like having a second child. She was very proactive and creative as well with entertaining a very active toddler, not...
- Lina B.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Downers Grove, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Downers Grove, IL?
You can review 13 after school babysitter profiles near you in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Downers Grove, IL is $19.69. 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 Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Downers Grove, IL?
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Ratings for Downers Grove, IL after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in Downers Grove, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.