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Emmeline was so excellent with my 14 month old. She was happy and engaged all day and was great at verbalizing for her. Would hire again in…
Review for Emmeline B. by Care member
We absolutely LOVE Cristina! We were in a pinch to quickly hire a nanny for our boy/girl 5 month old twins and Cristina was a godsend. She…
Review for Cristina V. by Melody D.
Wonderful girl and kids love her.
Review for Rose B. by Dawn S.
After school babysitters in Palos Heights, IL
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, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a senior at Alan B. Shepard High School and next year I will be attending Illinois State University's Nursing program. I'm a dedicated worker and I've been employed as lifeguard and crew-leader (CPR certified) at the Palos Pool as well as Sales Associate at Abercrombie & Fitch in Orland Park. At the Palos Pool I also worked...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kelsey. I am 28 years old. I have had years of babysitting experience from my sister, nieces, jobs I have had through care. com, and now my own child. I was with one family through care. com for about 5 years, and I have also been with another family for before school care, and after school care. I have my own...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
I have raised 5 grown daughters and have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. I am a loving, responsible babysitter who always makes sure the babies I watch are happy, comfortable and safe. I have watched over 10 babies for the last 10 years and no more than 2-3 at a time so they can get the love and attention they...
Evelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Zoe V.
Palos Heights, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am Zoe, I have been a nannying and babysitting since I was 16 years old. I usually babysit for families in my neighborhood or the families that I teach swim lessons too, however, I would love to find a long-term family to babysit for. I was a lifeguard the last two summers, so I am CPR certified and I love to keep the kids off...
Zoe can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emmeline, and I would love to help take care of your family. I graduated from Fordham University in 2023 where I earned dual Bachelors of Science degrees in Psychology and Spanish Language & Literature. I am located on the border of Buck Town and Wicker Park in Chicago, IL. I have several years of child care...
Emmeline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Emmeline was so excellent with my 14 month old. She was happy and engaged all day and was great at verbalizing for her. Would hire again in a heartbeat!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I babysat for a very busy family for 3 years. I was responsible for three children (mostly 2 because the third is a teen and very after school activities oriented), since they were 3, 5 and 13. I mostly did after school babysitting, from picking them up from school to warming up dinner, helping with homework, and taking each one...
Cristina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We absolutely LOVE Cristina! We were in a pinch to quickly hire a nanny for our boy/girl 5 month old twins and Cristina was a godsend. She was always on time, proactive in anticipating the needs of my babies. I felt immediately comfortable leaving them with her...
Melody D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello all! I moved to Oak Lawn, IL in August 2021 to start school at Midwestern University for my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I have worked the past 5 years as a professional nanny, and the last 10 in childcare. I am experienced with all ages and multiples. I am looking for babysitting jobs on weeknights and weekends. I...
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Wonderful girl and kids love her."
Dawn S.
Felice W.
Crestwood, IL
$22-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring And Trustworthy Sitter With Flexible Availability
5.0
(10)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Felice was fantastic! She arrived on time and immediately engaged with the kids. She kept them entertained with fun activities throughout the day, and they absolutely loved spending time with her. It's clear she’s great with children, and I felt completely at ease...
Care member
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, 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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is kailey, I live in Lemont. I love kids I always have, Ive been watching my younger cousins since I was young enough to have a babysitter myself!! For a little while I babysat a 2-year-old full time Mon-Fri 7-1. Loved her! They don t need me anymore but still ask me to watch her for date nights & little things...
Kailey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"We interviewed Kailey to watch our newborn daughter. She was very energetic and kind. Kailey also had wonderful references. I'm sure she will be a great nanny for a family!"
Leann D.
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.
Paulina J.
Orland Park, IL
$18-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"She is very family oriented and understands how to take care of kids."
Rafal J.
Laura P.
Palos Hills, IL
$18/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will be finishing my masters program in May and graduating with my Education Specialist degree in School Psychology. I start my position at a K-5 elementary school in the fall and I am looking for a full-time nannying job for this summer (2023). I have been providing child care both as needed and in full time positions since I...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel is a GREAT pet/house-sitter!!! We trust her with our 4 dogs and our home. We know they are in very capable & loving hands when we leave them with Rachel. She's extremely reliable and responsible and the dogs really love her too!"
Karen F.
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.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I am currently a third grade teacher with Chicago Public Schools. I have been teaching third grade for five years now. I also worked for two years on campus as a lead teacher at the YWCA of McLean County's child care program. There, I had worked with and cared for infants, toddlers, and school age children. I am social,...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie is very reliable and has an amazing connection with kids! My kids loved her and always looked forward to her fun activity’s! "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jocelyn. If I could only choose three words to describe myself they would be patient, loving, and creative. I first nannied a baby from the age of 8 months until the age of 16 months, and used to babysit for different families on weekends. I've been the nanny to a wonderful family and their two children for...
Jocelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have had the privilege of working with Jocelyn in the past and I would like to share my thoughts on why you should hire her. Reliable, hardworking, thoughtful, loving, kind, fun and energetic are just a few qualities that Jocelyn has in abundance and it shows...
Claress R.
Taylor S.
Burbank, IL
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hi, Im Taylor. I have been working with children since I was a child myself. In high school I took an advanced early childhood education course where I was able to lesson plan for the preschool we had in our high school. After graduating high school I went on to become a teacher's assistant in the toddler room at the local...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I completely trust Taylor when she has my children. She is very responsive and always gives updates. She is definitely someone I would hire over and over again to take care of my kids. "
Care member
4.9
(10)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have taken care of my friends children on a daily scheduled basis. I have also taken care of and helped raise my siblings' children. I've taken care of newborns to 12-year-olds. I am very big on reading and arts and crafts. Anything to keep children's minds stimulated. I speak both English and Spanish fluently.
Evelyn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Evelyn is hard working, loving, and a good listener. She was a great nanny for our twin girls when they were babies and toddlers. She is reliable and flexible. She always made sure she was one step ahead of the twins schedule and is great at staying calm and...
Maurine K.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Palos Heights, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Palos Heights, IL?
You can review 5 after school babysitter profiles near you in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Palos Heights, IL is $16.80. 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 Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, IL.