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After school babysitters in Oak Forest, IL
Stephanie M.
Oak Forest, IL
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for caring for children and making a positive impact on their lives. With six years of experience as a childcare provider, I am confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your little one. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love to play outdoor sports and...
I've worked in childcare for most of my life starting with babysitting at 14. I worked at an after school childcare program and I have 8 years of experience as a nanny. My goal is to provide fun, safe, nurturing care while respecting your parenting guidelines. Please reach out if you think I would be a good fit!
I'd describe my...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Kaylee L.
Oak Forest, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I have been babysitting families for 10 years now. I have been surrounded by children my whole life coming from a big family and having friends who have children. I am currently working at Loyola Medical Center as a Medical Social Worker. I have always loved to take care of others especially children. I believe that I am...
Kaylee can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Stefanie D.
Oak Forest, IL
$15-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
I've been a passionate childcare provider for two decades. I'm inspired by supporting families and providing a safe, reliable caregiving option. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and friendly nature, allows me to connect easily with children of all ages. I believe in open communication with parents and...
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Cooking/Meal Preparation, transportation to sports or other activities and anything else needed. I am currently going into my second year of college for my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and looking for a fun summer job! I am very compassionate and focused while...
Carla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
I am enthusiastic and love working with children. I have worked, watched, and loved children majority of my life! And currently became a first time mom myself. I am looking for a long term nanny position. I have been babysitting since forever. I am also a passionate person, and I am very dedicated to my work.
I love doing...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skylar S.
Oak Forest, IL
$22-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, beautiful families,
I'm Skylar, and it is so nice to meet you! I am so excited to talk about your child/ren's needs.
My experience with children has been in both babysitting and nanny roles, as well as preschool teaching roles! As a babysitter/nanny, I have cared for children 1-11 years old, from date nights, before...
Skylar can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Paulina J.
Orland Park, IL
$18-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Dear Families, My name is Paulina and I am mom of two. I have been a nanny/baby sitter and giving care to children for about 18 years and I enjoyed every minute of it. Babysitting became part of my life now. I live in Orland Park. I do have experience with children as young as infants to school age. I feel comfortable with kids...
Paulina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Paulina is very dependable and flexible. She is bilingual in polish & English"
Michelle C.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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.
4.8
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been employed by a total of 16 different families, equaling to babysitting/nannying 28 individual children unrelated to me in the last 7 years.
I've also been employed to chaperone birthday/pool parties, and I do have experience with Nanny Shares!
I'm 2nd oldest to 5 younger cousins & 2nd oldest sibling to my sister,...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is such a great help when it comes to caring for your children. She is dependable, reliable, nurturing, and caring. She takes the time to actually involve herself with the children and I appreciate that about her. My kids love her and so do I ."
Dailonle H.
Gloria D.
Chicago, IL
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision I've babysit own and off for a few years I've worked at summer camps and after school programs I'm a very good cook
Gloria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Personable, kind, interactive with kids, communicates well, tries to do what is asked of her. She’s great! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Jackie. I am 24 years old. I have lots of experience babysitting not only my younger siblings but also my nephews and nieces ages 7 months - 12 years. Previously I worked as the program coordinator for the Aurora Township Youth Center for children ages 6 to 13. During the school year I was part of an after school...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Jackie was a very good and dependable worker at raging waves water park in Yorkville. She always showed up for her assigned days and was always on time. Many of the other workers showed up late or not at all or even quit because they thought the standing at their...
Jeff H.
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 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.
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, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Truly nothing but positive things to say about Miss Felice! She came into our home when our daughter was 1 and a new baby was on the way just a short time later. She provides such a level of comfort, and we trust her immensely with our kids. She is communicative,...
Kimberly S.
4.7
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer being caring, supportive, compassionate and patient. I'm a nanny and caregiver. I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well.
I like working with kids because kids' rock! They are unique because each and...
Bonniejean can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bonnie is amazing! I hired Bonnie for my two boys through the recommendation of a friend. She is wonderful, interactive, and engaging with my kids - they light up when they see her! She is great at managing any instructions I leave for her and always leaves my...
Care member
Laura P.
Palos Hills, IL
$18/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Laura. I have my degree and 20+ years in Early Childhood Education. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have been a teacher, nanny and Preschool Center Director. I started child care in my Palos Hills home in 2016. I know how impactful, personal, social and fun home care can be! Please reach out to me if you would...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Laura. She took care of my babies for 4 years until we moved out of state. She took care of my 3 kiddos as if they were her own! She was always flexible with our job schedules and available when we needed her most. I wish...
Care member
Amanda K.
Oak Lawn, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a nursing student, my goal is to specialize in pediatrics, children are my passion it's who I want to be around for the rest of my life, I have many years of babysitting experience ranging from newborns to school age children. I am a very energetic and outgoing babysitter, I plan activities and always make sure...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Amanda babysat for my 1 year old son, she was amazing! My son absolutely loved her, she did everything we asked of her and more! She always cleaned up toys, washed our dishes, and other housekeeping, she was great!"
Catherine F.
Cassie J.
Alsip, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.
Cassie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Cassie has been a reliable and caring after school sitter for us."
Lauren O.
Madison B.
Frankfort, IL
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Madison and I am currently a senior at GVSU. I am 22 years old and will be graduating with my nursing degree in late April. I have been babysitting/ nannying for years now and am also employed at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago & work on the hematology/oncology floor. For the past 6 summers I have been a full...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Madison is a wonderful nanny! Madison cared for our kids, ages 3 and 4 1/2, two days a week from September 2022 through May 2023 and we are SUPER excited to welcome her back this fall! Madison is very dependable, responsible, a great communicator, timely,...
April F.
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.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Oak Forest, IL
Paulina J.
5.0
Paulina is very dependable and flexible. She is bilingual in polish & English
- Michelle C.
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.
Alyssa K.
5.0
Alyssa has been a real blessing. She is flexible, professional, and great with our kids, (including one with special needs).
- Care member
Gloria D.
5.0
Personable, kind, interactive with kids, communicates well, tries to do what is asked of her. She’s great!
- Care member
Jackie H.
5.0
Jackie was a very good and dependable worker at raging waves water park in Yorkville. She always showed up for her assigned days and was always on time. Many of the other workers showed up late or not at all or even quit because they thought the standing at their post in the hot sun was too hard...
- Jeff H.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Oak Forest, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Oak Forest, IL?
You can review 7 after school babysitter profiles near you in Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Oak Forest, IL is $18.14. 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 Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, IL.