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After school babysitters in Harwood Heights, IL

Cashmear M.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.
5.0
"Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust my kids with her any day."

Marlee H.

Melissa S.


Chicago, IL

$19-22/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a positive and motivated college student who has about 3 years of experience with kids. I am the middle child therefore I also had experience taking care of my younger sister. I love to read and do crafts with children. I am willing to follow rules and tasks that you may request. I am looking for a way to earn extra...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very communicative, very sweet and super patient with both my girls. She follows directions well and the play areas are always tidied up - not needed but always appreciated!"

Zachary M.

Abagayle K.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced And Loving Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I began babysitting/nannying for families and their kiddos once I started undergrad, as I had previous unpaid experience in high school for my family and friends. I have 6 years of paid experience sitting for children of all ages (infants-teens). I have the most experience with infants-toddlers. I am a second-year (out of three)...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My daughter loved Abby away! She communicated with us in advance and during our night out, and was very punctual and responsible. Will definitely hire again."

Beth B.

Madison E.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years of experience in childcare. I started babysitting when I was around 12 years old and have experience in after-school care, summer day camp, nannying, and daycare center care. I am comfortable with all age groups spanning from infants to teenagers and am comfortable caring for more than 1 child at a time! I'm...
Madison can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Madison cared for my 8-month-old when she was home sick from daycare for a couple days while I worked and my husband was out of town. I felt so lucky to have her! I was nervous about having someone take care of my kid that we hadn’t met before, but Madison was so...

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Anna S.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Baby-sitter And ABA Therapist

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, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Anna to help us out with our daughter while we hosted several dinner guests. She was early and connected with Samantha the moment she walked in the door. We certainly appreciated her flexibility as our dinner party lasted a bit longer than originally...

Derek L.

I cared for children from infant to 17-year-olds, throughout the day and evenings. There are some nights when I would stay over night too. I would prepare meals, clean, make sure the kids are fed, bathed and put to bed. I assisted children with school homework and assigned homework. I love being being around kids and animals....
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"My kids love Anna and look forward to her days coming to my home for childcare. Anna is very playful with my kids and entertains them with variety of play activities. She is always on time as well! We love her!"

Jess C.

Yasmine S.


Cicero, IL

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! I'm a 22-year-old educator! I work at an Elementary School located in Brookfield IL. My passion for working with children has always stemmed very deeply, My job has always brought me great joy and a sense of purpose knowing I am caring for my little people who will soon be the future of our world. I enjoy jumping to...
5.0
"Yasmine was an amazing help for my family. My 2 girls enjoyed having her as a babysitter. Her professionalism and reliability was outstanding. We would definitely recommend to any families looking for care. "

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Kenia L.


Berwyn, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping and cooking/meal preparation, laundry, assisting with homework, fun outside & inside activities, craft and so much more!
Kenia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Happy personality. Genuinely enjoys playing with E (3 year old)"

Elizabeth O.

Belle W.


Oak Park, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Belle and I would love to be your babysitter! I am 20 years old and I graduated from high school in three years. After high school I took a gap year which I spent as a full time nanny. I am now going into my junior year of college and majoring in Event Management. I have experience in babysitting, mother's helping,...
Belle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Very engaging with our twins and patient!"

Jeanette H.

Sydney P.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr9 yrs exp

Flexible, Experienced Sitter Looking For Occasional Babysitting Opportunities!

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
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.

Jaelyn W.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun College Student Sitter

Hello! I am a senior at Barnard College/Columbia studying Political Science and Human Rights. I have 4 years of experience. I can help with travel around NYC, virtual teaching, light house cleaning and Cooking/Meal Preparation! I previously worked as a part-time nanny and as a teachers aid at a preschool. I love working with...
Jaelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Jaelyn was great with my kids! They loved her so much. Would definitely recommend her."

Katy Y.

Katherine B.


Chicago, IL

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a babysitter, I have nine years of experience. I worked for six months as a full time nanny and started when the child was 4 months old. During college, I worked as a camp counselor, so I love crafts. I was a teacher's assistant in the Early Child Development Lab for two and a half years. At the daycare center, I worked with...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Smart, attentive, caring, and a good sense of humor. Katie is excellent. "

James G.

Silvia G.


Morton Grove, IL

$44/hr20 yrs exp

My Name Is Silvia, I Am Looking For A Part-time Job. Worked With Children For The Past 15 Years.

Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with over two decades of experience, I am passionate about nurturing children and helping them thrive. My journey in childcare began with my love for babysitting, which evolved into a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and their families. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I...
Silvia can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Silvia is professional, considerate, dependable, and organized. She is wonderful with our children. "

Preethi V.

Jamie S.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitting

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Jamie! I am 23 years old. I am a recent Indiana University graduate, receiving a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education. I am currently a 3rd grade teacher. For the past year I have been working at a daycare and preschool facility, as well as full time student teaching. I have been a camp counselor for the past 4 years...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"I have known Jamie for 5 years since she got involved as a volunteer dance instructors for children at S. Elementary. Jamie instructed dances 2 consecutive seasons of the dance program. She also did an internship with our Linkages to Learning Program at the school...

Ana S.

Leomarvis L.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I am a bilingual Spanish speaking nanny which I am able to teach Spanish to the children. I'm a sweet, trustworthy and patient nanny because I love taking care of children. My experience as a nanny is to always keep calm, listen and pay close attention to everything the children are doing. I believe that with my experience I...
Leomarvis can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I can't speak highly enough about Luna, we absolutely adore her. She is active with our 2 year old son, very caring, kind and dependable. We had to part ways due to job loss, very heartbreaking. She simply is the best. "

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Carinda L.


Chicago, IL

$61/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Worker Available For After-School Care & The Occasional Date/Weekend Night

I started babysitting other children in my neighborhood when I was 13. One family I worked with had 6-year-old triplets. Another family had 3 girls ages 4-10. I have two nephews that are 7 & 8 that I love hanging out with. I also have experience with infants. I have coached 2nd & 3rd grade basketball and have been a teachers...
Carinda can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Carinda and I run recess and after school programs at a local elementary school and she is a wonderful worker, who connects well with kids and other staff members. Not only is she someone to trust, but a joy to work with! She is someone you will form an instant...

Emily H.

Lorena Z.


Chicago, IL

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

~ECO ORGANIC LIFE~CHILD CARE PROVIDER~

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Greetings! My name is Lorena and for the past 5+ years, I have been working in childcare services around Chicago & it's surrounding suburbs. This has ranged from working in early childhood development organizations as well as working independently for families of various communities and cultures. As a Chicago native, I have...
Lorena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We've had the pleasure to have her care for our infant boy from 11 weeks to 7 months, and sad to have lost her as we convert to daycare. She has professional daycare experience and helped many private families. She has the know-how, intelligently found ways to...

Zoe W.

Paige S.


Chicago, IL

$10-50/hr14 yrs exp

A Young Professional Looking To Help Our Families And Bring Experienced Childcare Into My Community

I have been working with kids since I was a kid myself! I have helped raise my cousins, nieces and nephews since I was little, working with all age groups, babysat for neighborhood families and taught preschool while earning my Early Childhood Education (ECE) certificate. I have always loved working with children and loved my...
5.0
"Paige is a wonder babysitter who watched my girls for several years. Her caring approach to children and her kindness and creative activities made her my children’s favorite sitter. Paige has a natural way with children that made me very comfortable leaving my...

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Alayna M.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Who I Am And What I Can Do!!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Alayna! I am 20 years old and in college. I have been a payed babysitter/nanny for 5 years. I am getting my degree in Early childhood Development so that I can put my nurturing heart to use professionally. I'm a College volleyball athlete with lots of energy and I will never get tired of entertaining/taking care...
Alayna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Alayna was amazing! We have a 4 and 1 year old, and they both loved her. Alayna took care of both of our boys while we attended a wedding, and our boys could not have been happier. I would highly recommend using her services! Thank you, Alayna! "

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Francheska W.


Chicago, IL

$41/hr5 yrs exp

Active Experienced, And Responsible

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am interested in your position and wanted to tell you about myself. I have four years of professional nanny experience. With my most recent family when I started the kids were 16 months and three. I provided care for the children 7:30-5:30 Monday through Friday. I was responsible for their day to day schedules, driving...
Francheska can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Frannie was awesome with our little one. She jumped in right away, confident to control any situation. She wasn’t afraid to take him outside, take the time to get him to rest, and enriched him fully. She can cook, she picks up and she matches the child’s energy. I...

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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Harwood Heights, IL

Cashmear M.

5.0

Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust my kids with her any day.

- Marlee H.

Melissa S.

5.0

Very communicative, very sweet and super patient with both my girls. She follows directions well and the play areas are always tidied up - not needed but always appreciated!

- Zachary M.

Abagayle K.

5.0

My daughter loved Abby away! She communicated with us in advance and during our night out, and was very punctual and responsible. Will definitely hire again.

- Beth B.

Madison E.

5.0

Madison cared for my 8-month-old when she was home sick from daycare for a couple days while I worked and my husband was out of town. I felt so lucky to have her! I was nervous about having someone take care of my kid that we hadn’t met before, but Madison was so great that after one day, I asked...

- Care member

Anna S.

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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