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3.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Hager. I'd like to start of by saying I love and adore kids! A little bit about me: I'm a responsible, trustworthy, patient & dependable babysitter. I have a lot of energy. On my spare time I like to go on long runs, read & play bard games Background: I have 7 years' experience in babysitting. I also have worked...
Hager can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
3.0
"We hired Hager to watch our two little Saturday and Sunday mornings - she was great, very engaging, and the kids liked her a lot. We had her scheduled for a Sunday night for a Ravinia concert and had been texting all day to confirm timing, etc., up until about an...
Nicole P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a sociable and cheerful individual, who enjoys spending time with children. I find them to be adorable and great companions.
I have extensive experience working with children of all ages, from newborns up to 5-6-year-olds. This experience comes from caring for my nieces, nephews, siblings, and other babysitting...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Samantha was so sweet and took great care of my 10mo."
Kayla S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Yes, males can be baby sitters as well. I've worked with youth and teens almost every year since graduating high school. During my undergrad college years I was the babysitter for all 5 of one of my professors kids, age ranged from 2-16. I also house-sat when they were gone for the summers. I graduated with my masters in...
Abraham can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Silvia G.
Morton Grove, IL
$44/hr • 20 yrs exp
My Name Is Silvia, I Am Looking For A Part-time Job. Worked With Children For The Past 15 Years.
5.0
(18)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Silvia is professional, considerate, dependable, and organized. She is wonderful with our children. "
Preethi V.
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, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sarah works well with kids of all ages. She has creative ideas for play, and does a great job engaging with the children. Sarah is responsible and dependable. I would recommend her highly."
Ella S.
Gretchen W.
Lake Forest, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a heart for kids and creating a nurturing environment where children can grow and thrive. I am currently back in grad school. My schedule is flexible so I am happy to help with babysitting needs, after-school care, tutoring, or last-minute fill-in for a nanny or babysitter who needs a day or longer period off due to...
Gretchen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Brooklyn V.
Arlington Heights, IL
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, adaptable, and outgoing
I like working with kids because everyday is a new experience. Each time I am with kids, there is a new activity or adventure I get to learn or experience. I love the joy in seeing kids happy and getting to live their life full of fun.
I'm looking for a job that is...
Abiola D.
Arlington Heights, IL
$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Effective and dedicated babysitter/caregiver with certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid, DCFS mandated reporter and Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 2 years experience working as a direct caregiver/CNA to children with or without disabilities in private home setting, also a certified early childhood educator with over 6 years...
Abiola can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
Ilona M.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring Nanny, Babysitter, After School Care, Mother's Helper, Certified Educator
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My Name is Ilona and I am grateful for being interested in viewing my profile. I have many years of professional teaching, tutoring and nanny experience. I love working with kids of different ages and I always love learning new things. I can write and speak in five languages and I have earned two Associate Degrees in Arts...
Ilona can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Christina C.
Lake Forest, IL
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a summer camp counselor for 5 summers and I was a long term substitute in the after school program at an elementary school. I worked in children's activities at walt disney world.
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Jessica C.
Deerfield, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for nurturing young minds and fostering their development, which led me to become a childcare provider. With four years of experience as a babysitter and after-school pre-school teacher, I'm comfortable caring for up to five children of all ages. My background includes some college, as well as First Aid...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Melina and I'm a rising sophomore/nursing major at University of Iowa. I'm home for the summer through August 14 and I'm looking to nanny/babysit for local families. I am experienced, have my own car for camp/activities transportation, and CPR certified. I have five siblings so I love being around kids of all ages and would...
Hello, I am Neeta Mandloi and I have one year experience in nanny job. I have also raised two children all by myself and I would provide the best care to infants. I prefer to speak Hindi or Gujarati and I can speak little English.
Nita can also help with: Meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Responsible childcare professional, offering over 6 years of experience in caring for children ages 7 months and higher. Through my warm, loving and maternal nature, I hope to be a positive role model for your child or children through focusing on supporting the development of your child while keeping them engaged through...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Madelyn H.
Arlington Heights, IL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Maddie. I am going into my sophomore year at Marquette University as a biomedical engineering major. I love working with kids. I started babysitting my neighbors in high school and also running dance clinics for children at my high school. Last summer, I filled in as a nanny for a 9-year-old girl and 12-year-old...
Madelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Emily B.
Prospect Heights, IL
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Montessori Teacher Looking For Spring/summer Nannying Position
I'd describe my personality as kind, organized and creative.
I like working with kids because it is very life-giving to me to create a safe, nurturing environment that allows little ones to thrive in their individual development.
I started working with kids all through high school, and did formal nannying positions during...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hello! I am currently an assistant preschool teacher. I love working with children and helping them grow. I have worked with children of all ages. I am CPR certified and first aid certified. I love showing new things to children and helping there minds explore.
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Iryna and I am a teacher, who is looking for after school babysitting or tutoring opportunity! I am available starting in August on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursday's starting at 4:00 p.m. I can do babysitting as well as tutoring! Please feel free to contact me with any questions!
Iryna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Mery B.
Lake Forest, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Dedicated And Creative / Experience In Multi Age Babysitting
With three years of experience caring for children, I am passionate about creating a safe, stimulating, and loving environment where they can thrive. Having cared for multiple children at once from babies to preteens. I am highly adaptable and skilled in managing different needs, personalities, and developmental stages...
Renee F.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Renee and I am an energetic and compassionate 23-year-old!
I worked in childcare all throughout high school and college before graduating with a bachelor's degree in Marketing and Spanish. These roles included babysitting, working as a camp counselor, before and after school caretaking, and tutoring.
After...
Renee can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Highland Park, IL
Hager B.
3.0
We hired Hager to watch our two little Saturday and Sunday mornings - she was great, very engaging, and the kids liked her a lot. We had her scheduled for a Sunday night for a Ravinia concert and had been texting all day to confirm timing, etc., up until about an hour before the concert. She never...
- Nicole P.
Samantha T.
5.0
Samantha was so sweet and took great care of my 10mo.
- Kayla S.
Silvia G.
5.0
Silvia is professional, considerate, dependable, and organized. She is wonderful with our children.
- Preethi V.
Sarah W.
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.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Highland Park, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Highland Park, IL?
You can review 10 after school babysitter profiles near you in Highland 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 Highland Park, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Highland Park, IL is $18.70. 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 Highland 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 Highland Park, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Highland 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 Highland Park, IL can really come in handy.
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