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Find after school babysitters in Elmwood Park, IL that you’ll love
60 after school babysitters are listed in Elmwood Park, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 7 years
After school babysitters in Elmwood Park, IL
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 grown children and have worked with children for over 20 years in my capacity as Director of Ministries to Children, Youth and Families for the United Methodist Church, East Greenwich RI. I love kids of all ages and enjoy the adventures that they create! I have reference letters that I am unable to upload due to the...
Carol can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carol is a wonderful babysitter who I would absolutely hire again and again, no question! I was traveling to Chicago with my 2 young kids and was looking for an extra set of hands to help out in the hotel. She was engaging, fun and patient with my 2 year old and...
Madelyn S.
Sydney P.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
Flexible, Experienced Sitter Looking For Occasional Babysitting Opportunities!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sydney. I love nature, reading, traveling, music, animals, and spending time with friends and family. I'm a proud auntie of a 3-year-old and 5-month-old! Educational, professional, and personal experience have provided me with a strong foundation for child care. After earning my Bachelor's degree, I began my career in...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We just love Sydney! Z. loves her too! Sydney is a charming, sweet, young lady. Has the energy and patience to keep up with our 11 month old. She keeps her entertained and always has a smile!"
Jill F.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
27 years old nanny/sitter with 7+ years of experience providing care for children aged 0-12 and I really love to work helping the little ones to learn and explore in a safe, warm and enjoyful
environment. I'm loving, fun, patient kind and friendly. I'm also a experienced driver with a valid US drivers license and a clean...
Adriana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Adriana is fantastic! Made us feel completely comfortable with leaving our first born son as first time parents. Asked many detailed questions to ensure that he was cared for how we preferred. She is also very responsive and open to hear how you would like your...
Maddie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience babysitting began when I was just 12 years old. I put an ad in a local newspaper. I got one response and with my mother's supervision, I took care of a 3-year-old boy that summer. The relationship with him and his family turned into a 25-year friendship. I babysat throughout high school and then eight years ago, I...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Nancy is sent from heaven!! As a mom new to IL, finding a new sitter always made me a bit nervous. That changed shortly after meeting Nancy! She engaged and got to know the kids from the start. She gave us a full report each time we returned home. My kids are so...
Jc B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my names Shamim, the kids I watched over used to call me "MeMe" :)
I've worked full-time at a house daycare watching and taking care of 8 kids for over 10+ years.
I love children, your kids will be under great care and safety under me, this has been my passion and I will treat them like my own.
I can provide...
Shamim can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Shamim was great! My moody almost 2 YO toddler took to her right away. She was punctual, caring, and extremely responsive towards my kiddo. She proactively helped with household chores as well - she was a god send! I would totally hire her again, whenever the need...
Maryam K.
Nomfundo K.
Chicago, IL
$21/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was 13 when my cousin brother was born I looked after him with my grandmother and when my grandmother went somewhere I was responsible for him. I was taking care of him under supervision of an adult until he was 6 months than I looked after him on my own for almost 3year after school and on...
Nomfundo can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nomfundo was our nanny while we lived downtown Chicago. We tried desperately to convince her to move with us to Texas. Nomfundo is punctual, observant, considerate, conscientious, kind, warm, loving and sweet. Our entire family adored her, even our dog and he is...
Aaron C.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Robin R.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Development Therapist/Social Worker/Floor-Time Therapist
5.0
(2)
Since the age of 16, I have had the privilege of working with children of various ages, including babysitting for some of my own family members, neighbors, friends, and colleagues. I truly enjoy the joy that children bring into the world with their creative, loving, fun, and inquiring minds. Due to my fond admiration and respect...
Robin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I met Robin two years ago when we started working together. I quickly became aware and truly inspired by her passion, dedication, and work ethic. She is just truly amazing with children and she has over 12 years experience. The manner in which she interacts with...
Martina S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently an assistant teacher at a Montessori school looking for a part-time position while I go back to school. I am also available for date night/ backup care. My services include after-school pick-ups, assisting children in reaching developmental milestones, following and implementing nap and meal time...
Angelica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"DELIGHTFUL, SELF-MOTIVATED, ATTENTIVE, KINDHEARTED, PROACTIVE, CARING, GENUINE, TRUSTWORTHY, RESPONSIBLE, PUNCTUAL, RELIABLE. These words all describe Angie and her natural ability to provide the best care to our now 11-month-old daughter. In every way Angie made...
Neveen F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since I was young, I was always seen to be a babysitter for my family members as well as their friends. Over the years, I have babysat my younger brother since he was 6-7 years old. I have also watched after family friends children before too. For instance, I have babysat three children at once ranging from 5 to 13 years old. I...
Madeline can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Madeline was terrific with our kids and very nice to work with. We look forward to working with her again."
Christopher C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With 10 years of expertise's in the childcare field I feel that I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and caring person.
As the...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I am truly impressed with the service Melissa provides she is very patient and reliable. Her flexibility makes my work possible and my life easier. I am completely impressed with her professionalism and ability to maintain structure in my home without my guidance....
Jordan H.
Daniella P.
Chicago, IL
$24-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Daniella! I'm a calm, responsible, easygoing, organized and neat person. I have 7 years of experience with children. My first experience was taking care of a 3-month-old baby until he turned 2 years old. Afterwards, I watched kids ranging from 2-months-old up to 10 years old. In the past 3 years, I took care of 4 sets of...
Daniella can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with after school care which can include homework help, chores, and other fun activities!
Tinotenda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Tino is a delight. High energy and very involved, I heard lots of praise and reinforcement of good choices, redirecting as needed. I recommend her, you won't be disappointed."
Stephanie D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
After graduating college, I was hired as a live-in nanny for a family that I babysat for for a year and a half. They have two girls and one boy ages 4, 2, and 1. I took the 4-year-old to school, cooked them meals, got them ready in the morning, and put them down for a nap and bed in addition to playing with them all day. I also...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Any family would be lucky to have Jacqueline!!! She is dependable, always on time, and always communicates well about schedules, etc. She is so wonderful with our children. She has prepared meals for them, helped with potty training/diapers, given them naps, and...
Meaghan B.
Natalie A.
Chicago, IL
$21/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Natalie! Born and raised in Chicago. I also had the privilege of living in different cities such as Madison, Wisconsin and Milwaukee, Wisconsin as I attended school out of state. I have one year of experience working in Madison and one year in Milwaukee. So far, being back in a Chicago, I've worked with four...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Natalie is a kind, thoughtful, creative, and punctual individual that we were so happy to meet and work with! I'm confident that she will excel in any nanny/babysitting job since she did wonderfully with our 11 week old."
Dulce A.
Emily S.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm A Youthful Soul And A Fun Sitter! Love Arts And Crafts And Karaoke
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Emily, I'm 22, and I am looking for a nannying job that accommodates my sometimes strange schedule! I love hanging out with the kiddos, I'm good with household work, cooking simple dishes, doing arts and crafts, dog walking, feeding animals, etc. I have a musical background in piano as well as a background in...
5.0
"Emily is fantastic with children. She's patient, loyal, and caring to the children under her care. Her fun loving nature is a hit with kids."
Madelyn S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for about 8 years. I have also helped tutor 7-10-year-old girls in an after school programs. In the past I have babysat for a 10-year-old boy with autism. I have babysat infants to driving around high- schoolers. I am great at after school care, and evening care. I have also babysat a family of 2 boys and a girl,...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hired Sarah as a part time companion for my husband. She is a very compassionate and caring person. Sarah would offer to do what she could to help me out as well as providing great care for my husband. Will definitely hire her again."
Barb G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Ruth, and I love working with kids! I'm a graduate student at Rush University pursuing a doctorate in Audiology. I have experience caring for children of all ages, ranging from infants to preteens. Additionally, I have experience tutoring children in their homes. I have a personality that is very happy,...
Ruth can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ruth is a fantastic sitter. Educated and fun. Mature and responsible. I never had a moments concern all summer when I entrusted her with my children. Other mothers also noted in play dates how calm and responsible she is with the kids. Ruth watched my two sons (5...
Heather H.
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Raiza was completely reliable and extremely skilled. Her English is very good. We do not speak Spanish and were able to communicate perfectly with Raiza. She agreed to a complicated schedule and was flexible when we asked for changes with little notice. Our...
Marcia R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 27-year-old doctoral student (clinical psychology for children/adolescents). I have several years of both clinical and non-clinical experience with children. I have nannied (full-time and part-time) for >10 years. I worked as an ABA therapist at a therapeutic school with children aged 5-14 for a year prior to grad school....
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is the perfect sitter. She's smart, dependable, punctual and assertive. She cares for the child, as if it was her own.
We also like Anna especially because she interacts with our toddlers. They love her."
Lynn S.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Elmwood Park, IL
Carol R.
5.0
Carol is a wonderful babysitter who I would absolutely hire again and again, no question! I was traveling to Chicago with my 2 young kids and was looking for an extra set of hands to help out in the hotel. She was engaging, fun and patient with my 2 year old and wonderful with my 4 month old. She...
- Madelyn S.
Sydney P.
5.0
We just love Sydney! Z. loves her too! Sydney is a charming, sweet, young lady. Has the energy and patience to keep up with our 11 month old. She keeps her entertained and always has a smile!
- Jill F.
Adriana P.
5.0
Adriana is fantastic! Made us feel completely comfortable with leaving our first born son as first time parents. Asked many detailed questions to ensure that he was cared for how we preferred. She is also very responsive and open to hear how you would like your child cared for. I think she did a...
- Maddie H.
Nancy J.
5.0
Nancy is sent from heaven!! As a mom new to IL, finding a new sitter always made me a bit nervous. That changed shortly after meeting Nancy! She engaged and got to know the kids from the start. She gave us a full report each time we returned home. My kids are so comfortable with her, she feels like...
- Jc B.
Shamim M.
5.0
Shamim was great! My moody almost 2 YO toddler took to her right away. She was punctual, caring, and extremely responsive towards my kiddo. She proactively helped with household chores as well - she was a god send! I would totally hire her again, whenever the need for an at home babysitter or nanny...
- Maryam K.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Elmwood Park, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
You can review 14 after school babysitter profiles near you in Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Elmwood Park, IL is $18.64. 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 Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
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Ratings for Elmwood Park, IL after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
After School Babysitters in Elmwood Park, IL are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.