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Hi! Welcome to my profile. My name is Kaitlyn, and I am 25 years old. I have lived in the Cherry Valley area for about 17 years. I enjoy watching children of all ages, and have a few years of experience caring for them in after school care facilities, as well as private babysitting. I love kids and would love to provide you...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaitlyn is awesome! She babysat my two boys. She is flexible and sends us updates. My son asked when she was going to babysit again because he loved having her around! Highly recommend! "
Johana A.
Hello. I am a 19-year-old, freshman Rock Valley College Student. I love children and am working towords a Psychology and Education degree to work more with them in the future. I love to be active, both outside and inside. I am super social and reliable. I am able to cook, be organizational, and like to clean!
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Ashley! I'm 23, I have a B. A. in Psychology, I from AZ to IL and I am excited to work with some awesome kiddos! I'm the eldest child in my family with 5 younger brothers and 1 younger sister and have done everything from babysitting to tutoring to supervised visits to research with children in college. I have...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 10. I have experience babysitting my younger cousins and also my nephew. I enjoy playing with kids and doing fun activities with them to help them keep smiling. Along with watching the kids, I also help out with house chores and things like that while still paying attention to the kids. I have...
Abigayle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sydney , and I'm an Anthropology student at Beloit College. I have over 5 years of experience babysitting, tutoring, and other childcare work from daycare to after school care. I love children and I am passionate about providing care to both children and families. Please reach out if you have any questions!
Julia A.
Machesney Park, IL
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Julia and i'm 23 years old. I have a lot of nannying experience, I can babysit kids ranging from newborns to twins! I am also CPR certified. I have been nannying for about seven years and I absolutely love it. I also worked at an after school care. As for availability, my schedule is very flexible. Looking forward to...
Rachel M.
Rockford, IL
$24-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny or Baby-Sitter Available Part to Full-Time.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have several years of experience caring for children. I'm a very dependable and loyal person. My passion in life is to care for children. I'm looking for a family where I can become "one of the family." I have worked with children from infant stages up to five-years+.
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Teresa S.
Woodstock, IL
$17/hr • 15 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently moved to Woodstock from Pleasanton, California where I worked as a preschool teacher with children aged 15 months to 5 years old at Quarry Lane School for 13 years. I have obtained a Substitute permit from the Illinois State Board of Education but right now am looking to babysit part-time near Woodstock. I especially...
Teresa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brooke T.
Belvidere, IL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm Looking For A Summer Job. I Can Work Full Time Mon-fri. I Am Good With Kids All Ages 0-10.
I have a lot of expierience working with kids ages 0-10. I love to stay busy and be outside when it's nice out. I can do housework and have expierience with online school. I am good in stressful situations and know how to stay calm.
I like working with kids because they're so much fun. Even at times when it gets stressful,...
Brooke can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Peyton N.
Rockton, IL
$15-20/hr
Hi, I'm Peyton, a reliable and caring babysitter with 2 years of experience. I'm passionate about creating fun and safe environments for kids and enjoy activities like reading, playing games, and outdoor adventures. I'm available any day, and most times throughout the week!
Peyton can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
I am a very hard worker I love to work with kids I love to clean and cook also just be there to help others make me feel
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Marshianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Crafts. I am a stay at home mom. I have 2 boys ages 11 and 13 and my daughter is 5. My kids will all be in school full time. I need to be able to take them to school at 7:45 and pick them up at 3:05. I like to be able to take kids to kid activities such as the library, Park, etc. I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Naomi G.
Rockford, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a passionate and experienced childcare provider with three years of experience, I find immense joy in nurturing and supporting the growth of young minds. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my calling to make a positive impact on children's lives.
My calm and patient...
Naomi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Olivia B.
Machesney Park, IL
$19/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello:)
I started babysitting when I was 10 years old. I have 2 years experience as a preschool teacher assistant. I have been a full time nanny for two families with 5-month-old babies. I am fun, outgoing, and caring. I value child development, great care, and having fun.
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Abbigale B.
Rockford, IL
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Abbi. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old, and have experience from 4 months- 13 years of age. I currently work for a daycare and nanny for a family in the mornings during the school year. I have lived with just about every animal possible, so Iam comfortable around just about everything.
Abbigale can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
I have been looking after children from since about age 10. I took care of my brother and then 2 sets of nephews and nieces. I worked as a pharmacy technician in hospitals where most of the floors I covered were mothers and children floors. I have also worked in my church nurseries for several years. Most recently, I worked in...
Ali B.
Rockford, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Ali, I'm 39, Mature and EXTREMELY experienced with childcare including special needs, twins + multiples, and infant care. I work for a local family museum, working in an Elementary School with 1st-5th graders for an after school program! I have some college education, a decade long career in finance, and have...
Ali can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
To start, I'd like to bring my own 3-year-old daughter to work with me, as socialization with other children and being with my daughter in the day are the main selling points for working over staying home with her. If that is an issue, I 100% respect that but we wont be a good fit. I haven't yet held a paid position in...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Summer camp counselor and former boys and girls club staff. Experience teaching Sunday school, dance clinics and cheer clinics.
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping , Swimming Supervision, and cooking. I am in the Army National Guard. I have 4 nephews so I am comfortable in looking after children any age.
Jayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Poplar Grove, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Poplar Grove, IL?
You can review 3 after school babysitter profiles near you in Poplar Grove, 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 Poplar Grove, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Poplar Grove, IL is $16.67. 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 Poplar Grove, 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 Poplar Grove, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Poplar Grove, 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 Poplar Grove, IL can really come in handy.
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