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60 after school babysitters are listed in Palos Hills, IL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 7 years
After school babysitters in Palos Hills, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a lifelong nanny, married with a college educated daughter. I have spent my entire career providing loving care for children. 27 of those years I spent with just three families. Now I'm going to the weddings of my first kids! My current family is growing up and I am looking for a new family to help. I love being part of a...
Elena can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I would absolutely recommend Elena. She is very reliable and motivated and approaches everything with care and patience. She cared for and helped raise our two daughters, M. (2 years old) and H. (3 months old) from late 2021 into 2022. Elena came to work on time,...
Jamie F.
4.8
(8)
Hired by 3 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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, 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.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Cassie. I am 34 years old and have a beautiful daughter who is 9 years old. I'm kind, compassionate and a caring person! As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day by day. So, naturally I turned so childcare as a profession at the age of 16 and never looked back!
My background caring for...
5.0
"Cassie is calm, organized and empathetic. My youngest son has Autism and Cassie was not phased by his tantrums and melt downs. "
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Maria, I am a proud parent of 3 college students. I have been a nanny for the past 13 years. I love working with kids, I know how different each child can be and have experience with kids of all ages. I am committed, reliable, loving and hardworking. I also love reading to kids, outdoor adventures and walks in the...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Maria as a exceptional caregiver. She has provided loving and engaging care for our 2 children, ages 3 and 1. She was always on time, patient, reliable and is very good at communicating. She also speaks in spanish which was a plus for our...
Care member
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Cassie has been a reliable and caring after school sitter for us."
Lauren O.
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Sophia & I am a current graduate student majoring in school social work at Aurora University. I have a passion for working with kids of all ages, although my studies focus on late elementary through high school ages.
I have babysitting experience with children ranging in age from 6 months old to 12 years...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia was great with my little girl."
Deborah A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am more than 17 years of experience as a Nanny/ Sitter in the New Jersey area. I am multi lingual English, Russian, Lithuanian . I have long term references, I worked extensively caring for , newborns, toddlers and pre-school , teenager aged children. All children are a blessing who deserve the best.
I focused and goal...
Jurate can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jurate was great - we were in town for a wedding and had an earlier sitter ghost us the week of the event, and she was able to help us out without a ton of notice. She was punctual, friendly with our boys and did everything we needed her to do to handle bedtime. We...
Taylor S.
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.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, 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.
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 was with our family for over 4 years. During this time, she helped our family raise our three daughters from newborns to infants to toddlers. Evelyn is highly dependable, patient, kind, punctual and trustworthy. She is extremely creative and regularly did...
Sam M.
4.4
(14)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
My name is Barbara, and I am a loving nanny with many years of experience in taking care of children. I am most experienced with newborns and toddlers. I adore little babies. I enjoy doing fun/educational activities/games with toddlers, taking them on long walks outside and exploring parks. I also prepare fresh and healthy meals...
Barbara can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We only had the opportunity to interview Barbara, as she had accepted a position shortly after meeting with us. She was wonderful and anyone that gets the chance to work with her would be lucky! We hope our paths cross again!"
Leah D.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
Gretchene D.
Hinsdale, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Educated Filipino Available For Infant Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for my two nephews from birth through their grammar school years. I changed diapers, bottle fed them, took them to the doctors, bathed them, cooked their meals, and assisted them with their school work. I am fluent in English, Tagalog, Visaya and Japanese.
5.0
"I am a small business owner and found Gretchene to be one of the best employees I have ever had. Not only was she great with my two children, she also helped out with my business. She is loving, dependable, smart and energetic. She is a delight to work with."
Nap P.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Rachele! I'm 30 years old and I live in Berwyn. I am a very kind, compassionate, and nurturing person who loves children. I like to stay active with kids doing anything fun and interactive, while also keeping them safe.
I have been a nanny for over 10 years now and have taken care of children as young as newborns to...
Rachele can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was EXTREMELY helpful with our toddler! He lights up when he sees her walk through the door. It has been such a relief to have dependable and trustworthy help!!"
Allie S.
I have five years of experience working with kids of all ages and helping with homework, preparation for after-school sports, Light Housekeeping, and Crafts.
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
To whom it may concern,
Hello, my name is Erin. I am a 29-year-old female born and raised in Chicago. I have experience babysitting for family and friends from the early age of 14. I enjoy the company of children/babies and find that taking care of children is a very humbling experience. The most notable babysitting experience...
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
I have just finished my first year in college, looking for work for the summer months! I have 7 years of experience taking care of children, including spending my gap year after high school working full time as a nanny to two young children. Spending time playing and listening to kids is something that brings me great joy. I am...
Lucy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been babysitting younger children since I was 15 years old! I can help with light housekeeping. I enjoy arts and crafts with the kids plus some outdoor and indoor fun.
Lexi Casandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Palos Hills, IL
Elena L.
5.0
I would absolutely recommend Elena. She is very reliable and motivated and approaches everything with care and patience. She cared for and helped raise our two daughters, M. (2 years old) and H. (3 months old) from late 2021 into 2022. Elena came to work on time, stayed late when needed, and worked...
- Jamie F.
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
Cassie C.
5.0
Cassie is calm, organized and empathetic. My youngest son has Autism and Cassie was not phased by his tantrums and melt downs.
- Care member
Maria S.
5.0
I highly recommend Maria as a exceptional caregiver. She has provided loving and engaging care for our 2 children, ages 3 and 1. She was always on time, patient, reliable and is very good at communicating. She also speaks in spanish which was a plus for our household.
- Care member
Cassie J.
5.0
Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly enjoyed the kids which they pick up on. Miss having her. Could not recommend her enough.
- Anne M.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Palos Hills, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Palos Hills, IL?
You can review 8 after school babysitter profiles near you in Palos Hills, 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 Hills, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Palos Hills, IL is $16.38. 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 Hills, 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 Hills, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Palos Hills, 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 Hills, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Palos Hills, IL?
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