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Find after school babysitters in Island Lake, IL that you’ll love

60 after school babysitters are listed in Island Lake, IL

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 10 years

After school babysitters in Island Lake, IL

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Elizabeth C.


Island Lake, IL

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny/House Manager Available

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a caregiver in some fashion most of my life. I began watching children towards the end of grade school and continued babysitting until I graduated from high school. Shortly after graduation I earned a diploma as a medical assistant and went to work for a pediatrician. I supported myself in college working...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive, resourceful and simply fantastic. She is always on top of things and makes sure our house is running smoothly. She is also an...

Deborah Q.

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Addison S.


Mundelein, IL

$13-21/hr2 yrs exp

Fun And Helpful Sitter

I have 2-3 years of experience babysitting young children. I can provide carpooling, housekeeping, laundry, help with online schooling, crafts, and provide a fun experience for your children! I am in college currently studying to become a nurse, so helping out anyone and everyone is what I love to do!
Addison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We've used Addi as a babysitter for our kids for the last 4 years. She was the first non-family member we left our first child with at only a few months old. After finding out our first son had special needs, we still relied on her to watch him and she has always...

Dana S.

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Alexandria D.


Grayslake, IL

$20-22/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced And Funny College Student Nanny!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Alexandria, and I'm a stay at home mom to a 1-year-old boy! I am hoping to find a position watching 1-2 children either at my home or yours along with my son. Prior to working in health care I worked full time as a nanny for 7 years. I mostly watched infants-toddlers/ preschool age kids, but also have watched...
Alexandria can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alexandria Nannied for my infant son for about 8 months and has babysat for my older son who is five several times as well. She is incredibly sweet, absolutely loves babies & takes wonderful care of them too. I'd like to add my son was VERY fussy and she never let...

Kimberly H.

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Karly H.


Cary, IL

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Karly! I'm 24 years old and I have my drivers license and my own car. My favorite job to tell everyone about was that I was a Disney Princess for kids birthday parties!! I have been working with kids for several years. I have worked as a teacher for dance/gymnastics in Buffalo Grove. I have taught in a Learning...
Karly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Karly has always worked well with little ones and has always had a passion for it. She's had so much experience already and loves every minute of it. "

Cindy W.

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Morgan M.


Wauconda, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Meet Me! :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I would be so excited to be a part of the family! My passion in life is helping and caring for others, especially children! I am currently attending Grad School to get my Masters in Speech Language Pathology, preferably for children with special needs. I am CPR / First Aid Certified & renewed those certifications this year...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never anxious about being left with someone new. It was a delightful experience."

Susan O.

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Katie T.


McHenry, IL

$10-19/hr10 yrs exp

Afternoon And Weekend Sitter Looking To Help Out With Your Kids

I'd describe my personality as caring, helpful, friendly. I like working with kids because they are fun and have wonderful imaginations, and I can learn from them. I'm looking for a job that I can do after my regular job (7am-3:30pm) or on the weekends. I started working with kids when I was in high school. I have been...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Katie was great with our Lainey. Lainey warmed up to her right away. She took great care of her. Katie sent photos daily while we were gone with updates. We appreciated that, and it allowed us to enjoy our trip without worrying about Lainey."

Sue B.

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Adriana S.


McHenry, IL

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hi! I am extremely experienced when it comes to babysitting children that range from newborns to teenagers. When I babysit, I try to get to know the children so I can learn about their interests so we can do activities together! Some of the activities that I do with the kids that I have babysat include going for walks, playing...
Adriana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Adriana is extremely dependable and great with communication! My kids love her and look forward to her coming to babysit! She is very responsible and also very kind. She has babysat for us several times and basically overall she is so awesome!"

Natalie B.

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Caitlin L.


Wauconda, IL

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children ages 2-16 for about 5 years in a professional setting. I first worked at an after school care program for a school in the area before becoming a Registered Behavior Technician and working with children on the Autism Spectrum for the past 2 years. I am CPR and safety care certified as well as...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she provides to families! I'm blown away by her skills, her determination, and her attention to detail. If you hire...

Alexis A.

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Suzanne D.


Wauconda, IL

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Good morning everyone, I'm a schooled vet assistant as well as I have been in animal rescue for over 20 years, this is my passion. I watch your 4 legged children in my home where they get the proper care they deserve. I will send pictures as well as videos and they will not be in any danger with kennel cough as well as fights ....
Suzanne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"WONDERFUL! An absolute delight. She was wonderful with the kids and the dogs. Prompt even though it was last min. and even brought me coffee! I would recommend her to anyone!"

Trevor F.

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Ashley R.


Grayslake, IL

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny

I am 37 living with my husband and 15yr old daughter. My husband and I have been married for 16yrs. I have been in the childcare industry for a little over 15 years. What I offer for you is: caring for your child, transportation to and from school/after school activities, cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping/general...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have known Ashley for almost three years now, and believe her to be a wonderful, nurturing and responsible caretaker. Her positive attitude combined with her constant efforts to create a safe and clean environment for children truly reflects the quality of care...

Alexandria S.

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Amanda F.


Barrington, IL

$15-33/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And Future Teacher!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a special education teacher in Cook county. I have experience in teaching music, math, reading, writing, social studies, and science. I was a camp counselor for many years and experience with all ages of children. I am also an animal lover, I directed the barn program at a camp. I currently have a rabbit and a dog...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Amanda was great and so helpful to my family, especially given some last minute changes we had during quarantine. She jumped right in and handled playtime, mealtime, diapering and naps with our toddler with ease!"

Sharon F.

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Rachel B.


Grayslake, IL

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have experience watching children as young as 2-months-old all the way to 12+. My responsibilities included light housework/errands, feeding, naps/bedtime, sticking to a schedule, playing/interacting, accompanying kids to parks and museums, pick-ups/drop-offs, & creating activities for the children. I am very...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel cared for our two children and was fantastic! She is extremely thoughtful and kind!"

Lori Y.

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Grace P.


McHenry, IL

$16-18/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Great Friend

Hi! I'm 21 years old and have 3 years of childcare experience. I previously worked at an elementary after school program. I loved working with the kids and seeing their energy and imagination. I can help with light housekeeping, pickup/dropoffs at school or activities, laundry, dishes, and light snacks/meals. I love all thing...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
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Emma P.


Cary, IL

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

I have 4 years of experience total between 3 years working at a before and after school program, 3 summers working as a day camp counselor, and nannying for a family with 2 boys (age 6) during the Covid lockdown in 2020. I was also a nanny for two boys (ages 6 and 8) summer 2023 and a part time babysitter during the 23-24 school...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Maddie B.


Algonquin, IL

$15-17/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Sitter Position

Hi! My name is Maddie and I am 23 years old. I am currently a college graduate student, studying Physical Therapy. I have been babysitting for many years now, ranging from watching one to five children of many different ages. I have worked other jobs in the past as well, ranging from working in the food business to life...
Maddie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Carmen T.


McHenry, IL

$16-26/hr1 yrs exp

~Childcare~ I have 2 year of paid experience with watching children 1-9y. I'm a child at heart so I love taking them to the park, pool, or out for ice cream (with permission of course). I also have some experience with school drop-off/pick-up. I may also be available for one-time care gigs, if you have any last-minute...
Carmen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Kathleen A.


Barrington, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing, Reliable, Craft Loving Nanny

Hi, I am a wife, college student and auntie to some very cute little's. I have been babysitting for children since I was 13, however I have been nannying as my full-time job for almost 6 years. I have experience with babies, toddlers, elementary aged children, pre-teens, multiples and multiple infants. I love being outside,...
Kathleen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Cate H.


Wauconda, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Evening Babysitting Jobs!

I currently reside in Lincoln Park and am willing to babysit during weekdays after 5 p.m. (I work full time). I have a car so I can drive to practices, lessons, etc. if needed. I am the oldest of 3 and have a lot of babysitting experience! I am organized, responsible, and love kids. I would love to talk further about helping you...
Cate can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Eternity H.


McHenry, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible Loving, Enthusiastic Care Giver.

Hey there! My name is Eternity and im currently a full time nanny for the spunkiest little guy, I've been with them since was 3 weeks old and he's just about to be 2 ! I'm happy to help as occasional babysitter for date nights, or a mommy/daddy helper taking kiddos to their extra curriculars/sports! Or any before and after...
Eternity can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Mariah H.


McHenry, IL

$15-16/hr1 yrs exp

Weekday Nanny

Hello! My name is Mariah and I am 19 years old. I am currently taking a gap year and just completed my associates degree at MCC. I've worked with kids of all ages through volunteering at my church in the nursery and youth camps. I have also been a babysitter in the past.
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel

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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Island Lake, IL

Elizabeth C.

5.0

Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive, resourceful and simply fantastic. She is always on top of things and makes sure our house is running smoothly. She is also an excellent cook and enjoys doing...

- Deborah Q.

Addison S.

5.0

We've used Addi as a babysitter for our kids for the last 4 years. She was the first non-family member we left our first child with at only a few months old. After finding out our first son had special needs, we still relied on her to watch him and she has always been amazing! Once we added a second...

- Dana S.

Alexandria D.

5.0

Alex took care of our daughter for 1.5 yrs - she became part of the family and took great care of our little girl from 8 months old to 2 yrs, and our newborn son from birth to 3 months! She is so kind, warm and always finds fun activities for the kids. Our little ones love her and we’re so glad...

- Care member

Karly H.

5.0

Karly was great. I would hire her again without hesitation.

- Jeff B.

Morgan M.

5.0

Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never anxious about being left with someone new. It was a delightful experience.

- Susan O.

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