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I'm a young woman in college getting my BA in Elementary Education. I attended at SWIC and got my Associates in Arts in 2022.
I have been taking care of children for a long time, I'd say I started when I was 10 and my youngest brother was born and I became a mini mommy. I've babysat multiple times for many different families....
Sarah F.
Fairview Heights, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am an energetic, playful, attentive, and enthusiastic sitter. My childcare journey began when I was around 9 helping my father with Sunday school at my church. There I found my love for children and found fulfillment in helping to ease some of the weight of being a parent. I am prepared and excited to help you and...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lacee M.
Fairview Heights, IL
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I Have Been Babysitting Since I Was 15 Years Old. I Love To Have Fun With The Kids
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I have experience with special needs, autism, and cerebral palsy. I have experience with up to 5 kids at a time and from infant through teenager.
Lacee can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(8)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! This past year has been a great year. I have met a lot of families and wonderful kids through care. In the past year, I have worked with infants, toddlers, and school aged kids. I am flexible and will try my best to work with any situation you may need childcare coverage such as; set days, date night, before and after school...
Shannon can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Shannon has cared for my three children on multiple occasions she is great at keeping her schedule, she is punctual, she is kind. I love that my daughter who doesn't care much for people other than me will reach for her when she arrives. She keeps them busy while...
Brandyll S.
Karly P.
Collinsville, IL
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am an Illinois native. Recently moved to Saint Louis after living in FL panhandle for a little over a year. I was working as an Occupational Therapy Assistant at a pediatrics outpatient clinic. I am looking for some extra money while I transition back to life in the midwest and also while obtaining my state therapy...
5.0
"Karly is incredibly sweet and flexible with my children. She outwardly cares for them and takes their safety seriously in driving them to school in the mornings. She isn't deterred by a sick child or being asked to run a side errand, instead, she is always eager...
Amy P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have had many years of experience when it comes to caring for children. I am CPR Certified & have taken babysitting classes with the Red Cross. I have worked at daycares & kid camps. I would have reliable transportation & have meal preparation as well as house keeping skills. I am very trustworthy, reliable, fun, &...
Aidryann can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Aidryann is really great with our two boys. They always have fun with her and we know that they are being taken care of."
Meridith A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of 4 children and have helped care for my younger siblings. I am often responsible for helping my youngest brother, a 2nd grader, with remote learning. I keep his day on schedule and oversee him to ensure he completes his daily assigned tasks.
Additionally, I have babysat a range of children from age 1 to 11 for...
Kara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Had to finally hire a new babysitter and Kara came through for us! She arrived early and the kids liked her! Will use her again for sure!"
Christopher O.
Kamaria W.
Madison, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
10+ Years Experience, Biology Major/ Art Minor, Learning And Fun All In One!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children since I was a child myself, volunteering at my church nursery for several years. I've helped out at a home daycare, volunteered at a children's after school reading program, and volunteered teaching coding for children (Black Girls Code). I always treat children with love. I believe in not only...
Kamaria can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"If I wasn't starting family child care, I would definitely keep her. She's very punctual, a great teacher and the kids liked her!!!"
Devon T.
Hello!
My name is Melanie. I am passionate about children and their education! My passion comes from the growth children achieve, the fun they have, and the joy that overcomes them over the simplest of things!
I am currently a substitute teacher for several school districts in MO.
Aside from in classroom substitute...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I'm here to make your life easier
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Malak Z.
Belleville, IL
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
As a passionate caregiver with eight years of experience, I've had the privilege of supporting families and positively impacting the lives of children. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, which ignited my desire to pursue a career in childcare. I thrive in nurturing environments and am dedicated to providing a...
Alexis S.
Belleville, IL
$19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Registered Medical Assistant with CPR and Basic Life Support certification. I have babysat members of my family for extended hours and believe I would provide excellent service to another family. Thank you!
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Lorelai D.
Belleville, IL
$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm passionate about caring for children, with multiple of experiences with my siblings and family members as a childcare provider. I'm calm, creative, and friendly, and I love playing games with children that encourage learning and imagination. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children of all ages, and I have a car, so...
Have worked with children for 15 plus years with ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. Most recently have been a part-time caregiver to 2 children ages 6 and 4. Duties include providing transportation, providing snacks and meals, helping with homework, and helping with household chores. Occasionally watching 2 children ages 3...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Stephanie D.
O Fallon, IL
$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Stephanie :)
My hobbies include hiking, running, swimming, and spending time with my family and fur baby!
I am a full time nursing student and I am very excited to become a part of your little ones life! I will take the kids outdoors, provide sensory play, reading, and other fun activities that are beneficial...
A compassionate and dedicated childcare professional with over 4 years of experience in fostering a safe environment that's inclusive and creative for children aging from 10 months- 13 years of age. I'm known for exceptional skills in communication, empathy, and patience, alongside a deep understanding of diverse family dynamics...
I have been caring for children since I was 17 years old. I started with the nieces and nephews that I have. I have six now (who half are mostly grown up). One of my first long term jobs required me to be a nanny with a set of twins for a doctor and his lawyer wife. I was their nanny for a year. Just recently, I was working at a...
Joanna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hello, I'm Melinda, but I go by Mindy. I am a freshmen in college and currently attending SWIC in Belleville. I am planning on receiving my Associate's degree in Liberal Arts. From there, I plan to go to a university to get my Bachelor's in either Counseling or Childhood Education. I absolutely love teaching, playing, and...
Melinda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
I'm a college student at SWIC and I'm looking to make some extra money. I have been babysitting for 7 year, I love kids and plan to be a teacher some day. I have babysat for many families before and looking to add more families on my list. Looking for recurring jobs.
Madelynn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amanda P.
Belleville, IL
$9-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Excellent Listener Fun And Engaging. Caring, Compassionate, And Patient .
I consider my ability to connect with kids to be my most important babysitting quality. I always treat them with respect and lead by example. I use my creativity to develop fun and engaging activities to help their development. I always adjust my strategy based on the children's personality. I lead by example at all times and...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Fairview Heights, IL
Shannon K.
5.0
It was very easy to communicate with Shannon. She arrived on time and was very friendly with my child. My daughter was very excited about their time together and said she "would like a babysitter all the time" after Shannon left.
- Elisabeth F.
Karly P.
5.0
Karly is incredibly sweet and flexible with my children. She outwardly cares for them and takes their safety seriously in driving them to school in the mornings. She isn't deterred by a sick child or being asked to run a side errand, instead, she is always eager to help. She is professional and...
- Amy P.
Aidryann L.
5.0
She is amazing. I trust her more than my own family. We love her!
- Dannielle W.
Kara S.
5.0
Had to finally hire a new babysitter and Kara came through for us! She arrived early and the kids liked her! Will use her again for sure!
- Christopher O.
Kamaria W.
5.0
If I wasn't starting family child care, I would definitely keep her. She's very punctual, a great teacher and the kids liked her!!!
- Devon T.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Fairview Heights, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Fairview Heights, IL?
You can review 3 after school babysitter profiles near you in Fairview Heights, 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 Fairview Heights, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Fairview Heights, IL is $19.00. 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 Fairview Heights, 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 Fairview Heights, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Fairview Heights, 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 Fairview Heights, IL can really come in handy.
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