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Naya W.
Thornton, IL
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Your Caring Extra Pair Of Hands - Organized, Empathetic, And Ready To Help!
Hi, I'm Naya!
With a background as an oral surgery assistant and a current project management student, I bring a unique mix of organizational skills, emotional intelligence, and a deep commitment to helping others. Growing up in a family-run daycare, I gained hands-on experience caring for children from newborns to elementary...
Naya can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
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)
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, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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
(2)
I have over 4 years of experience caring for children. I am an aunt, spent time with my nieces and nephews. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry, along with meal preparation and homework assignments especially in math and science. I make it fun! I enjoy reading out loud to the children in my care and changing voices to...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is an expert dog watcher. We use her every time we need a dog sitter. She is kind, compassionate and loves animals j"
Jessi L.
Samantha S.
Lansing, IL
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am A Caring Teenager Who Loves To Provide Care To All Age Children
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Background check COMPLETED & CLEARED by cants as of 08/2018. CPR certified as of 09/2018 Recently renewed 10/22. For the past 5 years, I have enjoyed babysitting children. I enjoy spending time with children and entertaining them, I love their energy and curiosity. I have great listening skills, and I show so much love and...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Samantha is a very nice and respectable young lady. She was gentle and caring with my two daughters. She kept my youngest daughter who usual cries all day calm! I felt comfortable and safe leaving my kids with Samantha!"
Evon P.
Lourdes T.
Munster, IN
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I have 8 years of experience in babysitting and nannying. I can also help with Housekeeping, Cooking and Meal Prep, Laundry, and Swimming Supervision. I love being around kids and have many younger cousins I am used to taking care of and being around! I'd love to help out anyone who needs it! One thing to note: I...
Lourdes can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Lourdes was great! She arrived a little early and my kids took to her right away. She was friendly, open, and communicative. She also picked up after the kids went to bed which was so appreciated. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! A little bit about me--I am a preschool teacher turned stay at home mom. Throughout high school, I loved babysitting and was a nanny in the summer. I then went on to get my degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in Reading and Early Childhood Development. I taught preschool before becoming a stay at home mom...
Dallas can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dallas watched my 1 year old this Summer as I was back home in the area temporarily living with family and working remote. She was so amazing and welcomed my daughter with open arms and always sent me photos throughout the day with updates. She is so kind and...
Elizabeth D.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Wonderful! My son loved her, and she was so considerate and kind. Will definitely hire again!"
Anastasia R.
Jayla L.
Chicago, IL
$17/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.
Elizabeth P.
Hammond, IN
$35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Elizabeth I have experience with a range of ages. I used to work at the YMCA daycare, where I watched kids from 4yrs old to 11.
Besides that I have also volunteered as the assistant coach for Girls on the Run; a program that promotes girl empowerment. There I cared after elementary girls from the ages of 5-12.
As...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth has been a pleasure to work with. She is dependable and friendly. My daughter really enjoys working with her. I have had no issues. I Recommend her without reservations."
Tarak P.
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, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Cassie has been a reliable and caring after school sitter for us."
Lauren O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have plenty of experience caring for children. My daughter is 10 my son is 6. I love being around children and having fun with them. Caring for children is what I am truly good at and think I could be the perfect match for your family.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Kaitlyn was sweet and asked great questions to find out how my kids would be best entertained. She handled multi tasking well and cleaned up when the kids made a mess. I wasn't bothered by trivial decisions as she took care of whatever the situation like a pro. My...
Jane W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very caring, friendly, and outgoing babysitter. I've been babysitting all ages including infants since I was 16. I'm 30 years old and have a 2-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter. I'm also CPR certified. I recently made nannying a full time career and would like to find a family willing to let me watch their...
Krista can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Krista started watching our son at 3 months old and stated with us till he was 2. She was always on time, actually early! She was exceptional! I have no words to describe how comfortable my husband and I were with her caring for our son. She is very flexible...
Amy W.
Alisa K.
Whiting, IN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Supportive Caregiver, Crisis Counselor, Time Management Assistant And Art Teacher All In One
4.9
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a 0-3 Montessori Guide with my own curriculum as well as sitter substitute options, training and referral services.
I have 25 years collective experience in:
Camp counseling
Teaching art
Art therapy
Nannying
Sitting
Chauffeuring
PTA
Room parent
Music courses
Sign language
Mindful Parent Coaching
ECD
And more
I...
Alisa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alisa is wonderful. She took the time to come meet us and our daughter the day before we hired her. That was greatly appreciated and helped me feel comfortable with leaving our baby in her care. We flew in for a wedding so we didn't have a ton of toys or books with...
Ashley C.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
On of my passions is working with children (of all ages), which is why I've worked in a formal childcare setting for over 2 years. Most of my time there was spent working with infants and toddlers. I have also worked as an aid in elementary schools and done tutoring after hours in all subjects. I am currently only available to...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Mattea O.
Highland, IN
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Mattea, I'm 20 years old and I love kids! I've been working for Highland elementary schools (after school care) for over a year now. I also have years of babysitting experience with newborns to pre-teens. I'm also open to help with chores around the house, running any errands you may need, and drop offs and/or...
Breeana C.
Dyer, IN
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Breeana and I would love to be your care provider! I have always have had a love for children and have been in childcare from a young age. I began helping my mom at the in home daycare center she worked at from middle school onto highschool, once I was in highschool I began babysitting/ nannying for the children...
Breeana can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Alexis. I am 20 years old, and a full time college student. I have been babysitting since I was 15, and I love children! I am willing to help out with housekeeping, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, and pets. As a fitness instructor at my college, I am CPR and first aid certified by Red Cross. I am looking for...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
For the past eight years I've taken on the role as a babysitter/ nanny for local neighbors, and friend. I enjoy being around kids and being that friendly person that they can rely on. I'm a strong believer in work hard play later. Once the important things are done then we can have fun. All of my kids knows and understand that...
Tamara can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Hello my name is Casandra I am 32 yrs old and I love kids! I have been actively babysitting and child caring for at least 10 yrs now.
I have experience with many different child temperaments and disabilities. I come from a household with an autistic sister. I also have 5+ yrs experience as a Program Coordinator for the Boys and...
Casandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Thornton, IL
Gloria D.
5.0
Personable, kind, interactive with kids, communicates well, tries to do what is asked of her. She’s great!
- Care member
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.
Kimberly A.
5.0
Kim is the Best Dog Sitter ever. I won't trust anyone else with my Dog!
- Cherie Q.
Samantha S.
5.0
Samantha is a very nice and respectable young lady. She was gentle and caring with my two daughters. She kept my youngest daughter who usual cries all day calm! I felt comfortable and safe leaving my kids with Samantha!
- Evon P.
Lourdes T.
5.0
Lourdes was great! She arrived a little early and my kids took to her right away. She was friendly, open, and communicative. She also picked up after the kids went to bed which was so appreciated. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Thornton, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Thornton, IL?
You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Thornton, 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 Thornton, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Thornton, IL is $25.00. 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 Thornton, 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 Thornton, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Thornton, 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 Thornton, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Thornton, IL?
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