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60 after school babysitters are listed in Melrose Park, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Melrose Park, IL
Alexa R.
Chicago, IL
$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as quiet yet outgoing.
I like working with kids because I grew up in a big family and ever since I was a little girl I was always with my aunts and uncles that had babies and toddlers. I was the designated "babysitter" at every party and as I grew older the kids never stopped following me, but it was...
5.0
"We hired Alexa full time for almost a full year. She took great care of our daughter and was always on time. Would highly recommend her."
Kyle G.
Laura R.
Lombard, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have graduated from high school in May 2017. For the last 2 years of high school I was apart of my schools preschool program were I was a TA and an intern. I feel comfortable babysitting all ages and helping out around the house and such. I have experience in sitting babies, toddlers (including potty training), elementary age,...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
4.9
(10)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Apologies for the delayed review.
Lorena provided 4 days a week help to us out between late September 2020 to April 2021, as COVID concerns remain high. She had her own transport, wore a mask during her help at our house, and was diligent in keeping up with...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 8 wonderful years of experience in children and infants. I am a mother of a 7-year-old boy and know just how important it is to stay on top of active schedule. I am CPR certified and lifeguard certified. I absolutely love children and would love the opportunity to take care of your little ones!
Naysa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am looking to provide childcare, creative activities, cooking, and light cleaning for a fantastic family! I am a Teaching Artist who works in children's theatre and teaching drama classes. My approach with children is to redirect them in a playful manner while emphasizing safe choices.
My advanced education shows my...
Zoe can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Zoe has been wonderful with our 6-year-old son! She always brings some materials to do fun things with my super active and interested little boy :) Zoe does not let our son bored at all! She has been very respectful, reliable, professional, and easy to communicate....
Tokiko B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lindsay a mother of 2 beautiful girls under 5 and one handsome baby boy. I've found care. com when I was in a hunt for a more flexible schedule. I've had a passion for nurturing young minds, which led me to become a childcare provider. With over three years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for...
Lindsay can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Lindsay is excellent - highly recommend! We needed backup care for our 2 year old son, and she was quick to reply and flexible with her hours. Lindsay is a warm, genuine, patient, fun caregiver. She also has experience in childcare and is a mother of 2 young...
Jessica C.
Jennifer K.
Chicago, IL
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Exciting-Reliable-Kind Caregiver Looking To Curate Exceptional Experiences
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, thoughtful, reliable and hardworking woman who knows her way around the City. My childcare background includes babysitting, working in a Nanny share and two years as an individual aide for Special Needs students in elementary school. I recently left the corporate world and am going back to where my heart is working...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenny was so fantastic! Our little guy felt comfortable with her almost immediately and they had so much fun together. She was here during my first weekend away from my kiddo and I felt so great knowing that Sam was safe and happy while I was out of town. Would...
Suzy D.
Maria R.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Tita.
I just love kids. I am confident in my ability to be around them. I like to keep them active and engage in activities that help them socialize and learn.
I worked for more than a year in a daycare with more than 10 babies (beautiful twins also!).
After that I worked for a beautiful family for almost 6 years...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I would hire Maria (we lovingly called her Tita in our home) 100 times over. Tita was with our family full-time for 5.5 years. She began when our oldest was 6 months old and grew with us and our 3 children.
She is extremely responsible, loving and patient....
Jenn G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Childcare has been my entire life & I couldn't imagine a better job!
I grew up in my mother's home day care environment. As I grew up, I took on more and more responsibilities in the daycare until I eventually became, essentially, her assistant. I also volunteered at a local church, watching young children during Sunday...
Jesse can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Jesse came in last minute when another hire fell through for medical reasons. Jessie did great. Very professional, understood how to help with an event and did all we asked."
David D.
Dana K.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello, I'm Dana and I'm an Ohio native! My childcare experience expands across all age groups and all situations. From standard weekly sitting and nannying with children 6 months and up to overnight camp counselor work for children ages 6-16. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life, as my sitters and camp...
Dana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lovely sitter got her info from a work friend. Great with both of my kids (5 and 7) very communicative and trustworthy. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny/ newborn care specialist/ teacher that's looking for a full-time position.
I also discover my passion to work with kids at the age of 15 when I started to babysit. What motivates more about this job is the connection that you can create with a child. Trying to see and experience the world from their...
Ammy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ammy is like part of our family! She is proactive, intuitive to our child's needs and sensitive to our preferences. The relationship she has built with our now 11 month old is endearing and brings out the best in our baby. Ammy is trustworthy and has proven time...
Rene R.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families!
My name is Dina.
I have committed over 30 years to providing compassionate childcare for infants through teens in a variety of childcare settings.
I have had amazing opportunities supporting children and their families as a nanny, home school teacher/tutor, preschool teacher, mother's helper and special needs...
Dina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kind, compassionate, hard worker, goes above and beyond "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
After graduating college, I was hired as a live-in nanny for a family that I babysat for for a year and a half. They have two girls and one boy ages 4, 2, and 1. I took the 4-year-old to school, cooked them meals, got them ready in the morning, and put them down for a nap and bed in addition to playing with them all day. I also...
Jacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Any family would be lucky to have Jacqueline!!! She is dependable, always on time, and always communicates well about schedules, etc. She is so wonderful with our children. She has prepared meals for them, helped with potty training/diapers, given them naps, and...
Meaghan B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I'm Jeannette, a kind and caring bilingual nanny with 15 years of experience working with children from infancy through adolescence. Raised in Chicago, I've had the pleasure of providing loving care in many different settings over the years. My journey began in high school when I started nannying for families, and it continued...
Jeannette can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jeannette was amazing with my daughter! She arrived on time and stayed fully engaged with her the entire time. I will definitely have her back."
Marie G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began babysitting regularly on weekends by the time I was age 15. Throughout high school, babysitting was a second job for me and even after I graduated I continue to babysit/nanny full and part time. I really enjoy the relationships I acquired with the families, and I have appreciated them as I do my own friends and family....
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She watched my son and daughter and took then to their sports practices. My kids love her. "
Corey M.
Maria K.
Lombard, IL
$30/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
As a passionate and experienced childcare provider with 20 years in the field, I've had the privilege of nurturing and educating children, helping them grow and thrive. My journey began with my love for children, reinforced by my positive experiences as a babysitter. I truly believe in the profound impact I can have on their...
Maria can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were in town for a wedding and needed someone to watch our children 8 and 2. She made us feel comfortable with leaving our girls and that is hard to do! Very hands on playing games puzzles and chit chatting all with my girls, even got them to bed by their...
Danielle M.
5.0
(1)
I have loads of energy and an upbeat attitude!
I've been a paid babysitter for the past 10 years and have had great fun and success with a range of differently abled children. No matter your child's capabilities, I know we will have a wonderful and safe time with creativity and play.
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We hire Bitty on a regular basis to watch our 18 month old daughter and love it every time. She's punctual, dependable, thoughtful and very sweet. Every time she comes over, our daughter is happy, well fed and the house is left organized and clean."
Omar G.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! My name is Dylan and I've been babysitting since I was 11, a camp counselor as a teenager, and now I am a preschool teacher. I've been teaching at my school for going on five years. Before working at a preschool teacher I was a tutor at CPS as well as an art instructor for Young Rembrandts. I got my bachelor's degree...
Dylan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have known Dylan for over a year and she has always provided supportive, loving, trusted care for our (now) 2.5 year old son. She has always been reliable and responsive (great communicator) and easy to work with. She is warm and helpful and we always trusted...
Jaime F.
Elizabeth M.
Niles, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a person who truly enjoys kids. I babysat regularly for different families when I was age 10 to thru high school and beyond. I have many friends that are parents and I enjoy and look forward to spending time with all their children!
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Liz is great with kids. She is intuitive, responsible, and would be a great addition to any family."
Janet S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 4 beautiful kids; I raised my kids by myself. I have a bachelor's degree in sociology from my native country and also have Bachelor's degree in Sociology U. S Equivalent Summary. I do have 17 credit hours of High school Diploma credited by Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin....
Dilaram can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"She is very nice and kind hearted, she is always on Time and never late with flexible schedule"
Mirgani A.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Melrose Park, IL
Alexa R.
5.0
We hired Alexa full time for almost a full year. She took great care of our daughter and was always on time. Would highly recommend her.
- Kyle G.
Lorena Z.
5.0
Apologies for the delayed review.
Lorena provided 4 days a week help to us out between late September 2020 to April 2021, as COVID concerns remain high. She had her own transport, wore a mask during her help at our house, and was diligent in keeping up with hygiene. It was critical as it gave us...
- Care member
Zoe T.
5.0
Zoe has been wonderful with our 6-year-old son! She always brings some materials to do fun things with my super active and interested little boy :) Zoe does not let our son bored at all! She has been very respectful, reliable, professional, and easy to communicate. I would definitely recommend Zoe!
- Tokiko B.
Lindsay D.
5.0
Lindsay is excellent - highly recommend! We needed backup care for our 2 year old son, and she was quick to reply and flexible with her hours. Lindsay is a warm, genuine, patient, fun caregiver. She also has experience in childcare and is a mother of 2 young children herself. I felt very confident...
- Jessica C.
Jennifer K.
5.0
Our family was so fortunate to have found Jenny as my son's first nanny. She worked with us full-time for almost 18 months and continues to be a key part of our childcare team as our family needs have evolved. She is trustworthy, professional, highly skilled with infants, toddlers and beyond. She...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Melrose Park, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Melrose Park, IL?
You can review 9 after school babysitter profiles near you in Melrose 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 Melrose Park, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Melrose Park, IL is $18.11. 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 Melrose 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 Melrose Park, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Melrose 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 Melrose Park, IL can really come in handy.
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