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5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person. I have experience working as a respite care provider for children with intellectual disabilities, working as CNA in an inpatient children's psychiatric unit, and babysitting. I love connecting with kids and offering them a supportive and trusting adult. I am comfortable...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah was wonderful and would absolutely hire again. Our daughter loved her."
Marie C.
5.0
(1)
Hi all! I am currently a senior in high school and am looking for a part time nannying job this summer. I have had experience babysitting kids for 5 years and at all different age levels. I am available any days of the week for any number of hours during the day. I am willing to pick kids up from camps or take them to various...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Emma was ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS with our kids (12,9 and 5). My youngest is very particular about who watches him and Emma clicked with him immediately!!! She took the kids to fun places to ensure they were not bored and actively engaged with them. An absolute blessing...
Kimberly E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jess! I am 25 years old and am a licensed Esthetician as well as kid lover! As well as helping raise my niece and nephew, I used to babysit for a family of six children, so I know how to handle a lot of kiddos or even kiddos with high energy! I also have experience with children with special needs and newborns. I really...
Jess can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessie is a wonderful babysitter and our children love her. She engages them with various activities and play throughout the entire time. And she follows through with the tasks I ask of her. She is very good at getting my children to eat their meals and brush their...
Nichole J.
Sidney S.
Saint Louis, MO
$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sidney! I currently work as a Registered Medical Assistant I was an Assistant Teacher at a Montessori preschool for almost 4 years. Children never cease to amaze me from the detailed stories they tell to how in depth their imaginary play gets. I love working with kids and being able to help them learn is something...
Sidney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sidney arrived on time and was very attentive to our kids and was willing to do the kids baths and bedtime routine with no problem. The kids enjoyed her and we will be hiring her again. "
Ashanti B.
Marcella G.
Fairview Heights, IL
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have been babysitting/ nanny for 13+ years now. I am a non-smoker and have my own reliable transportation. I have experience with children from newborn- 13 years old. Including but limited to sensory disorders, speech delay, ADHD and Autism children. And I feel comfortable with watching up to 7 children at a time. I...
Marcella can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marcella watches our twin boys aged 15 months. She is always engaging with them and they enjoy her company. She is always calm and bubbly to be around."
Desiree L.
Kaya E.
Elsah, IL
$18-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! I am the oldest child to 2 little brothers (6 and 12). I love animals and going on adventures! I was a camp counselor for 2 years at an overnight camp where I cultivated my skills as a leader, educator, team player, communicator, public speaker, and creative problem-solver by leading cabin of 11-14 children, specifically,...
Kaya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaya was thoughtful, organized and friendly! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for a family who needs a nanny for date night sits. I am a college graduate from Saint Louis University as of May 2023. I have been babysitting for 8 years now. I've had experience with caring for kids of all ages. I can cook and clean up after your kids. I like to keep the kids engaged with crafts and outside...
Kaylee can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaylee was great with our 1 year old daughter! She is patient and kind. She was great with our dog too and helping with small tasks around the house."
Care member
Bonnie C.
Saint Louis, MO
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of a 36-year-old daughter who has Down syndrome. I have worked in the past as a job developer, as well as a job coach for the St. Louis ARC. I also worked as an ISL employee caring for individuals with special needs in their home. I have also worked for an agency providing care to seniors in their home. I have...
Bonnie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I can't say enough great things about Bonnie. She is caring, gentle and knowledgeable. Bonnie was a true advocate for my mother. When PT and OT were working her too hard, she stepped in. She made appointments and took mother to them. She made sure she ate, took...
Niki R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kimberly and a college graduate from Lindenwood University. I have worked with little children all my life, since I was able to babysit. I worked at a daycare in Chesterfield called Chesterfield Academy for about 2 years. This is one of the best day cares I've ever seen and I've gained a lot of training due to...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Kim helped out with our two boys who were 1 and 2 at the time she started. We are a cloth diaper crew so she helped out with that process as well as potty training. She also was able to juggle many tasks and responsibilities including transporting the 2 yr old to...
Karlynnta O.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ashley. I am a senior nutrition and dietetics student on the pre-med track at Saint Louis University. I have recently been hired by a family in Clayton for after school needs in the spring, and am working part-time for several other families. I wish I could help you out, but my schedule is really starting to...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Excellent with children--attentive, energetic, and fun, Ashley was a great help with my 2-year-old! Every time she walked in the door, my little girl would light up; I loved that when I would ask her to babysit, it was never just a "yes, I'm free", but that it...
Sarah S.
Kaitlen C.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-32/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Looking to start immediately!
I watched two boys ages three and five over the summer they just started school, so I'm looking for a new part time job!
I am willing to work 3-4 days a week.
I have my own car and am willing to do drop offs/pick ups.
I have 4 years of experience with kids between the ages of 1-15.
Thank you!
Kaitlen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlen Is incredible with kids!"
Elizabeth M.
Aarika S.
Saint Louis, MO
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Do You Need A Full time/ Part time/ Date Night/ Last Minute Nanny?
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I recently relocated to Fairveiw Heights, IL from Ohio. I have an awesome 8-year-old nephew that I now have custody of. I volunteer at a history museum in the children's department. I also attended college for child education/child psychology/fine art at University. When I was 12 years old I started my own babysitting service. I...
Aarika can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aarika was wonderful to interview. Plus my kids liked her instantly upon meeting her and she had my baby to sleep in minutes. It is obvious that Aarika is a natural around children! We ended up hiring a family friend but wouldn't have hesitated to hire Aarika to...
Katie G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
(I am currently not available!) Hello, I'm Joely! With over eight years of experience, I've seen my fair share of tantrums, laughter, and everything in between. I have over 1000 hours of volunteer experience in childhood education at the Cincinnati Zoo where I was a leader in the education department, specialized in working with...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was amazing!! My son really enjoyed their time together! I cannot wait until she comes back again!"
Erin E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a full-time student at Washington University studying Sociology. I started working in childcare at 16 as a volunteer teaching assistant at a preschool. Since then, I've worked at the YMCA and as a daycare teacher for ages 6 weeks-12 years, and I currently do freelance babysitting :). In my free time, I love to play video...
Samiya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Samiya was excellent with our son, and so sweet! He said he had an excellent time with her and requested her again - and we personally felt that she was very safe and responsible. Highly recommended!"
Matthew M.
I have 3 plus years of experienced with kids ages 2-11. I worked at a daycare all through out high school. I loved watching all those kids grow and learn new things to prepare them for after preschool. Me and my coworker were the school age teachers in the summer time. I loved planning fun activities for the kids to do in the...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi!
My name is Gracey, I am 19 years old and I am currently a sophomore at Saint Louis University. I have 5 years of paid and unpaid babysitting experience. I started as a nanny for two 5-year-old twins and a 10-year-old boy, full-time in the summer. I then was an after school nanny, throughout high school. I now babysit almost...
Gracey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Karli. I am excited to work for you. I have a passion for child care. I am willing to help with other chores around the house and taking children to after school activities. I am bilingual (English/Spanish).
Karli can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Hello!
My name is Melanie. I am passionate about children and their education! My passion comes from the growth children achieve, the fun they have, and the joy that overcomes them over the simplest of things!
I am currently a substitute teacher for several school districts in MO.
Aside from in classroom substitute...
Melanie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Ashley H.
Collinsville, IL
$12-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been a sitter since 2008. More recently, I was a nanny to 3 children for a year and worked in a daycare setting while becoming a certified high school teacher. I am currently a full time teacher and I am available for tutoring, babysitting, reoccurring after school nannying and in the summer full time. I look forward to...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Chelsea.
I've been babysitting for over 10 years and throughout this time I've worked closely with 6 families. I've watched children ranging from 6 months to 15 years old.
I enjoy a wide variety of activities, which include walking, hiking, playing sports, reading, listening to music, etc. I'm a kid at...
Chelsea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Wood River, IL
Hannah F.
5.0
Hannah was wonderful and would absolutely hire again. Our daughter loved her.
- Marie C.
Emma A.
5.0
Emma was ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS with our kids (12,9 and 5). My youngest is very particular about who watches him and Emma clicked with him immediately!!! She took the kids to fun places to ensure they were not bored and actively engaged with them. An absolute blessing to our family during their Winter...
- Kimberly E.
Jess B.
5.0
Jessie is a wonderful babysitter and our children love her. She engages them with various activities and play throughout the entire time. And she follows through with the tasks I ask of her. She is very good at getting my children to eat their meals and brush their teeth. Jessie always responds...
- Nichole J.
Sidney S.
5.0
Sidney arrived on time and was very attentive to our kids and was willing to do the kids baths and bedtime routine with no problem. The kids enjoyed her and we will be hiring her again.
- Ashanti B.
Marcella G.
5.0
Marcella watches our twin boys aged 15 months. She is always engaging with them and they enjoy her company. She is always calm and bubbly to be around.
- Desiree L.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Wood River, IL
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Wood River, IL?
You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Wood River, 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 Wood River, IL?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Wood River, IL is $18.00. 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 Wood River, 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 Wood River, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Wood River, 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 Wood River, IL can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Wood River, 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 Wood River, IL.