Find After School Babysitters in Homewood, IL
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked after school babysitters in Homewood, IL and hire the best fit for your family.
​
How it works
Share details about your after school babysitter needs
Match with highly rated local after school babysitters near you
Compare after school babysitter options and choose the best fit
After school babysitters in Homewood, IL
Margaret C.
Homewood, IL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Maggie and I have worked with kids for the last 15 years! My experience ranges from babysitting to working professionally with kids in a therapeutic setting. I also have experience working with special needs children, particularly children on the Autism spectrum. I work full time as a child and adolescent...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning
Miranda C.
Homewood, IL
$21/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been caring for children for over five years because I'm passionate about fostering their growth and development. My experience includes babysitting and childcare roles where I've consistently provided reliable care for families.
I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly, which helps me connect with children and create a...
Miranda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Taylor. I am an energetic, fun-loving young professional! I have more than 10 years of experience in childcare. I started as a volunteer teacher at my church on Wednesdays and Sundays. There I developed lesson plans crafted to the children's needs and the curriculum and provided the necessary care and nurture they...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi i'm Sarah! I'm a nursing student during the year which I really enjoy, and this means I am CPR certified. I have about 7 years of experience babysitting all ages :) I enjoy volleyball, reading, and spending time with family. I look forward to babysitting your kids!
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...
Maria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you."
Victoria R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have plenty of experience caring for children. My daughter is 10 my son is 6. I love being around children and having fun with them. Caring for children is what I am truly good at and think I could be the perfect match for your family.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Kaitlyn was sweet and asked great questions to find out how my kids would be best entertained. She handled multi tasking well and cleaned up when the kids made a mess. I wasn't bothered by trivial decisions as she took care of whatever the situation like a pro. My...
Jane W.
Jayla L.
Chicago, IL
$17-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Jayla. I'm 21-year-old part time child provider with several years of experience, such as babysitting the children of friends and family. I've also worked at a daycare as an assistant. I can provide homework help ( math is my specialty) and fulfill transportation needs to after school events or activities. I am also...
Jayla can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jayla was very work driven ,dependable,and caring. She was more than exceptional. Jayla informed she wanted to own a daycare and that she worked with many kids. I say this I was grateful to get a chance to meet her I will be booking again."
Carmalita T.
Elizabeth P.
Hammond, IN
$35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Elizabeth I have experience with a range of ages. I used to work at the YMCA daycare, where I watched kids from 4yrs old to 11.
Besides that I have also volunteered as the assistant coach for Girls on the Run; a program that promotes girl empowerment. There I cared after elementary girls from the ages of 5-12.
As...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth has been a pleasure to work with. She is dependable and friendly. My daughter really enjoys working with her. I have had no issues. I Recommend her without reservations."
Tarak P.
Samantha S.
Lansing, IL
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am A Caring Teenager Who Loves To Provide Care To All Age Children
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Background check COMPLETED & CLEARED by cants as of 08/2018. CPR certified as of 09/2018 Recently renewed 10/22. For the past 5 years, I have enjoyed babysitting children. I enjoy spending time with children and entertaining them, I love their energy and curiosity. I have great listening skills, and I show so much love and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is respectful, helpful , and well mannered"
Shamarii H.
Lourdes T.
Munster, IN
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I have 8 years of experience in babysitting and nannying. I can also help with Housekeeping, Cooking and Meal Prep, Laundry, and Swimming Supervision. I love being around kids and have many younger cousins I am used to taking care of and being around! I'd love to help out anyone who needs it! One thing to note: I...
Lourdes can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Lourdes was great! She arrived a little early and my kids took to her right away. She was friendly, open, and communicative. She also picked up after the kids went to bed which was so appreciated. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again! "
Care member
Felice W.
Crestwood, IL
$22-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring And Trustworthy Sitter With Flexible Availability
5.0
(8)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! My name is Felice, and I LOVE LOVE LOVE children! Caring for children comes so very natural for me, and I realized this early on in life. My first job was babysitting, which I continued on throughout high school, college, and my adulthood, Family is my number one priority, so I made sure that my career choice would...
Felice can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was absolutely wonderful, caring and considerate. Very professional and attentive to my son. Would definitely hire her again in a heartbeat. I highly recommend her!"
Dana-rachael S.
5.0
(2)
I have over 4 years of experience caring for children. I am an aunt, spent time with my nieces and nephews. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry, along with meal preparation and homework assignments especially in math and science. I make it fun! I enjoy reading out loud to the children in my care and changing voices to...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is an expert dog watcher. We use her every time we need a dog sitter. She is kind, compassionate and loves animals j"
Jessi L.
Erin S.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a college student-athlete at Trinity College in Connecticut but I live in the south suburbs of Chicago! I am a member of the softball team at Trinity College and this will be my first summer in a very long time not filled up with travel softball. I have a very open schedule all summer and lot of experience...
5.0
"Erin was a great care giver for my 2 children. She is excited to be at work and have fun with the kids. She played with them both indoors and outdoors."
Roxane H.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
On of my passions is working with children (of all ages), which is why I've worked in a formal childcare setting for over 2 years. Most of my time there was spent working with infants and toddlers. I have also worked as an aid in elementary schools and done tutoring after hours in all subjects. I am currently only available to...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
I have 5 years of experience in working with children. I have nannied every summer for the past 5 years! I also worked in after-school care at a private school, watching kids from ages 4-13. I am looking for jobs because I am currently a college student in the area! I can send a resume as well!
Anaeliese can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! My name is Carey S and I am an experienced babysitter and English education student at the University of Indianapolis, who is home for the summer. I've taken many education courses and done a lot of field experience focused towards spending time with children. I've been a summer camp counselor and babysitter for quite a...
Carey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Molly S.
Chicago, IL
$17-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi, I am Molly . I'm currently a graduate student in the occupational therapy masters program at Governor State University. I currently only have classes two to three days a week. I love working with kids. I also worked at an after school program for kids well in underaged and it was the best time and really helped plan thing...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents! My name is Samantha and I attend Howard University as a nursing major. I have had the best experiences babysitting for nearly 5 years now. I am available to babysit after pick up's from school, or whenever parents may need to step out. With my last family I was able to use my knowledge to help and guide my children...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello all,
My name is Maddy and I am a 23 law student at the University of Illinois. Prior to law school, I majored in Human Development and Family Studies with a concentration in Child and Adolescent Development. I received my B. S. from the University of Illinois in 2022. Post graduation, I started working full-time at the...
Madelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Kamile N.
Chicago, IL
$14-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitter Available (Biligual: Lithuanian-English)
Hello, my name is Kamile. I am genuine, patient, passionate, and extremely nurturing. I have great work ethic, and I love people (especially kids)! I work as a site director with children in classroom-like settings as before and after school program director at one of elementary schools . I am looking for extra work for...
Kamile can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Homewood, IL
Maria F.
5.0
We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you.
- Victoria R.
Kaitlyn C.
5.0
Kaitlyn was sweet and asked great questions to find out how my kids would be best entertained. She handled multi tasking well and cleaned up when the kids made a mess. I wasn't bothered by trivial decisions as she took care of whatever the situation like a pro. My daughter was even really sad when...
- Jane W.
Jayla L.
5.0
Jayla was a blessing in disguise she made sure when we got home the house was tidy the kids were tucked away. Jayla was well over exceptional!
- Essence J.
Elizabeth P.
5.0
Elizabeth has been a pleasure to work with. She is dependable and friendly. My daughter really enjoys working with her. I have had no issues. I Recommend her without reservations.
- Tarak P.
Samantha S.
5.0
Samantha is a very nice and respectable young lady. She was gentle and caring with my two daughters. She kept my youngest daughter who usual cries all day calm! I felt comfortable and safe leaving my kids with Samantha!
- Evon P.
Additional After School Babysitter Services
After School Babysitter Articles
Easy jokes for kids of all ages
March 21st, 2025 Most kids are little clowns by nature, but learning how to tell a good joke is a skill that they will need help mastering. While your comedic chops may not r... Read more
6 qualities to help any daycare teacher shine
February 20th, 2019 I remember clearly the first time I dropped off my first child at daycare. I was so scared to leave him and worried he wouldn’t get the TLC he got at h... Read more
101 indoor games for kids and other activities
March 21st, 2025 When bad weather keeps kids (and their grown-ups) inside, boredom can quickly set in — but staying indoors doesn’t have to mean missing out on fu... Read more
What is nonbinary gender identity? How to explain to kids (and conscious adults)
March 21st, 2025 Gender diversity has always existed throughout cultures around the world, but in recent years, it’s become a more prominent topic of conversation in ou... Read more
The 3 baby food stages: What foods and when
March 21st, 2025 Making the leap from breast milk or formula to solids and then eventually to table food is an exciting time. But it’s also a little confusing because t... Read more
FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Homewood, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Homewood, IL?
You can review 4 after school babysitter profiles near you in Homewood, 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 Homewood, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Homewood, IL is $20.25. 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 Homewood, 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 Homewood, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Homewood, 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 Homewood, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Homewood, IL?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Homewood, IL.