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204 after school child care are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 6 years
After school child care in Chicago, IL
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 46-year-old woman. I am a very motivated individual with much patience. I love children and adore spending time with them. I enjoy doing this because spending time with kids makes me happy and cheerful. I have been a full-time Nanny for three separate families in the past. I would like to continue working in this field. I...
Aleksandra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexandra has worked for me for 4 years and she is great! She is very patient and loving towards my children. My children were 5 months and 2 years old when Alex started. As a parent, you worry about who you leave your kids with but after getting to know Alex, I...
Elizabeth R.
Sarah H.
Chicago, IL
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have two years work experience at a before and after school program, with summer and winter break programs. In charge of supervising, conducting activities and lessons, and caring for groups of 30+ elementary aged children. Two years experience of private babysitting. Children ages 3-12, experience driving children, preparing...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Sarah has been of great help to my family. She is prompt. She takes instruction well. My child loved having her around. I would strongly recommend her for any family!"
Jessica O.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently an assistant teacher at a Montessori school looking for a part-time position while I go back to school. I am also available for date night/ backup care. My services include after-school pick-ups, assisting children in reaching developmental milestones, following and implementing nap and meal time...
Angelica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Angie was awesome to work with! She has a calming yet fun presence and my toddler loved playing with her! She followed all instructions and asked questions when appropriate. We will definitely hire her again for childcare in there future!"
Joanna Villacorta G.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Meredith I am 24 and I'm an art teacher/nanny/babysitter. I have worked in various positions of child care and I am a certified elementary age and art teacher. Some of my previous jobs have been an over night summer camp counselor, daycare worker, babysitter, day camp counselor, after school educator, tutor...
Meredith can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Meredith was a great help and very capable. Her patience and background in early child development were of major benefit to our family! Even with living significantly far from our home she was on time and flexible with her schedule to accommodate our daughter"
Tommy H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Alana! I am a gap year premedical student from Chicago! I am a reliable, positive, and creative individual. I have 5 years experience in after school care programming as well as babysitting. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, and Homework Assignments. During college, I was a tutor for...
Alana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Trustworthy, nurturing, and flexible! One of the best!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I was the nanny for one of the North Carolina senator's grandchildren for 4 years. Duties included picking up from school, taking to after school activities, homework, meals and meal prep, laundry, housework, playtime. I have babysat for several different families and different ages and needs including an autistic pre teen. I...
Katelyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katelyn was our nanny for 2 years. She was an excellent nanny. She built amazing relationships with both of my kids. She is responsible, helpful, kind, and went above and beyond. We continue to consider Katelyn as part of the family and keep in contact. I highly...
Care member
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've worked as a nanny for more than 8 years, live in Rogers Park, have a clean driving record and a reliable car. I do not smoke.
At nannying positions, my duties included picking up children from school, getting them home for a snack, then off to after-school activities and back home safely to help them with their homework. I...
Cathy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Cathy worked for our family for about 3 months, she picked up my daughter from school, drove her home and was very easy to work with. she followed instructions perfectly and was very dependable and punctual. she was easy to get along with and her communication...
Alok L.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Ashlee, and I have babysat kids of all ages since high school (I am now finishing my MA). I have experience with kids of all ages, from infant to school age and I am comfortable with pets of all sizes. I have experience with school pick-ups/drop-offs, homework help, fun after-school activities, bedtime, and more. I...
Ashlee can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We couldn't have been been happier with Ashlee as a babysitter for our little girl. She was a great communicator and very flexible with regards to timing. Ashlee was great with newborn (and our dog)! I would highly recommend Ashlee!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have 25+ years of childcare experience, including 10 years in paid positions. I am an engaged parent to my two daughters (now ages 8 and 11). My experience includes being a children and family facilitator at Chicago Children's Museum (ages 1 to 10 years), leading before and after school daycare (ages 8 months to 12 years), and...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor is amazing! He's fun, compassionate, incredibly responsible, and attentive. He gets on kids' level and makes them feel seen & loved. He is creative and engaging. He comes with many years of experience and I would certainly hire him to care for kids!"
Care member
Kristen S.
Chicago, IL
$26-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with over six years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children.
I have a passion for education and have been a teacher assistant, nanny for 2 summers, and helped with after school homework once a week for under...
5.0
"Kristen was terrific. I originally asked her to come and spend a few hours with myself and my daughter, but at the last minute my brother and his three kids showed up as well. She adapted readily and was engaging and thoughtful with all the kids. HIghly recommend...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello
My name is Karolina and I have 15 years experience as a nanny. I have Master Degree in Early Childhood Education from Poland and great references from families I worked with. I have experience with newborns to school age children. I worked as a nanny share with infants, I have experience with twins and multiple. I am...
Karolina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We interviewed Karolina before going a different childcare route and loved her! She was very punctual, friendly, very experienced, and very obviously caring of children, based on what we saw from her interactions with my 2 month old son. She was also super sweet...
Jenna P.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am an experienced, caring, interactive babysitter looking for a part-time job. I have a large availability and am very flexible with time. I have my own transportation and many references! I have worked as a YMCA counselor for all ages, focusing mainly on middle schoolers, as well as an after school care counselor for...
Rhonna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Rhonna is great with a 3 month old! She arrived early, was very accommodating, and immediately took to our son’s needs. She even exceeded our expectations by sending us a text to let us know that our son finished his bottle, went right to sleep and all was well....
Care member
Nicole D.
Chicago, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative, Warm, And Enthusiastic Child Caretaker Available
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am a childcare provider with over 10 years of experience. I am looking for a part time job as I advance in my nonprofit career. I have experience working with infants, toddlers, and school aged children. The past two years I've spent also working , Grand Street Settlement, and Free Arts NYC as an after school...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole has worked with our family for several years. Our two boys and their 4 cousins adore her. She's a wonderful, warm, and caring person that has the patience and skills to deal with children's needs."
Cassandre L.
Michele D.
Chicago, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Career Nanny Available Monday And Friday As Well As Occasional Nights And Weekends
4.3
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am fully vaccinated, and up to date SIDs, CPR, AED, and first aid certification. I got my babysitting license/started babysitting at age 12. Then in high school I received my infant, toddler and school-age assistant/lead teaching licenses. From 2008-12 worked at child care centers, with children 6 weeks to 6th grade. In 2013 I...
Michele can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Michele is absolutely AMAZING! We can't say enough how lucky we found her, who is very experienced, professional and most importantly full of love and care for kids. She is great with kids all ages, and actually bond with them. Both my kids love her. For our older...
Wanwan H.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Donalisa! I like working with kids because working with kids is fun.
There's never a day that is the same with children. You get to be a part of a community that helps children learn, grow, and develop to their greatest potential. I have always had a passion for working with children.
I started working with kids when I...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Donalisa is wonderful! She is kind, calm, playful, dependable, and fully present with the kids. My children adore her, and always look forward her coming over to watch them. She is a real professional- I always feel relaxed and grateful knowing that my children...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I started babysitting for family at the age of 11 (while parents were home), at the age of 13, I began babysitting for family friends and family after school and on weekends. In the summer, I started babysitting full time. In high school when I began driving, I would nanny full time in the summer for families long term, as well...
Julija can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Julija has been a part of the Lithuanian community for her entire life, and I have known her since pretty much then!! She is the most dependable, punctual, CARING young woman that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. The youth at the Lithuanian Scouts that...
Emilija A.
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.
Catherine H.
Chicago, IL
$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Experienced, Affirming And Professional Evening And Weekend Care Giver Available
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am honored to be considered for caring for your child! I am a passionate health advocate and social worker. I graduated with my MSW from WashU in 2021, with a Child Behavioral Health and Health policy emphasis. I specialize in working with children with neurodivergence, and utilize a wholistic, strengths-based care approach....
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Cate to watch my 4 month old daughter when I went back to work and we could not have been happier with her! She was always on time and even arrived a few minute early. She was very organized, followed our instructions to a tee, and always kept us updated...
Madeline C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Glenda, and I am an experienced babysitter, nanny, and childcare provider with 7 years of experience taking care of children (5 years with 5-12-year-olds, 2 years with toddlers 17 months - 3 years old), approximately 4. 5 years experience communicating with parents, and 2. 5 years experience doing gentle...
Glenda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Glenda helps walk my FIL’s Yorkie poo, Mr. Man. She is kind, thorough and patient. Glenda is a huge source of support and piece of mind for our family. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with children and I'd enjoy the opportunity to care for your children. No need to worry about qualifications, I have extensive experience working with youngsters. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and I am Red Cross Certified. I was a cheer coach for 4 years and I taught children from ages 3-16...
Paige can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Paige is a mature, dynamic, and hard-working young woman who cares very deeply for her school, community, and everyone around her. Over the past three years, Paige continued to impress me with her vigorous academic schedule, and unwavering excellence as a...
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Chicago, IL
Aleksandra B.
5.0
Aleks worked for us as a nanny for the last three months and took care of our three month old baby. She is wonderful, reliable, always on time, loving, caring and well educated, and we would never let her leave us if we were not moving out of the country. When she started working with us, the baby...
- Ivan K.
Sarah H.
5.0
Sarah has been of great help to my family. She is prompt. She takes instruction well. My child loved having her around. I would strongly recommend her for any family!
- Jessica O.
Angelica M.
5.0
Angie was awesome to work with! She has a calming yet fun presence and my toddler loved playing with her! She followed all instructions and asked questions when appropriate. We will definitely hire her again for childcare in there future!
- Joanna Villacorta G.
Meredith J.
5.0
Meredith was a great help and very capable. Her patience and background in early child development were of major benefit to our family! Even with living significantly far from our home she was on time and flexible with her schedule to accommodate our daughter
- Tommy H.
Alana L.
5.0
Trustworthy, nurturing, and flexible! One of the best!
- Care member
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FAQs for after school child care in Chicago, IL
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Chicago, IL?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Chicago, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $21.23 per hour as of April 2025. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.
How can I find after-school child care near me in Chicago, IL?
Care.com currently has 204 after school child care providers in Chicago, IL. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.
What types of after-school providers can I find near me in Chicago, IL?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Chicago, IL to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Chicago, IL, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.
Ratings for Chicago, IL after school child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
After School Child Care in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 169 reviews of the 204 listed after school child care.