Find Trusted After School Child Care Near Me in Chicago, IL
We have 217 after school child care in Chicago, IL! Compare and hire the best after school child care to fit your needs.
Find after school child care in Chicago, IL that you’ll love
217 after school child care are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 6 years
After school child care in Chicago, IL
Olivia R.
Chicago, IL
$30-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Patient, loving, and nurturing Nanny with experience caring for newborns and older. Skilled in creating fun, engaging and educational activities for all children. Encouraging children to be the best versions of themselves while assisting them with the activities they love and excel at.
Here is a brief rundown of my employment...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia was a great nanny: punctual, communicative, and trustworthy. She watched my 4-month-old son on weekdays for a month. She was often better than I was at putting him down for naps, and did not get stressed out when he cried at her. I felt comfortable leaving...
Nicole S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Becca. I have a Molecular Biology degree and have nannied/babysat for years. I just ended my full time nanny role to start my career in medical sales, but I'd love to continue helping out with after school needs/date nights/tutoring. I went to babysitting and CPR training when I was a teenager, and ever since then I...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We enthusiastically recommend Becca! Becca cared for our infant daughter for three months until she was ready for daycare, and occasionally our 20-month-old son on the weekends. We have nothing but positive things to say about Becca; she was wonderful with our...
Anna Elizabeth W.
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 experience. Children ages 3-12, experience driving children,...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, 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
(6)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & 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
(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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Trustworthy, nurturing, and flexible! One of the best!"
Care member
Kristen S.
Chicago, IL
$26-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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 is a nurturing care giver and great with dogs. She went above and beyond expectations when taking care of my dog. I will definitely be hiring her again in the future!"
Care member
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & 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
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Michele worked for us for a year as our nanny in a nanny share. She took exceptionally good care of the children and I never had any concerns leaving them in her care. The kids loved her and she clearly deeply cared for them too. She knows a lot about child...
Meagan P.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(5)
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:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Donalisa is a caring, attentive, friendly and kind individual! She is great with kids. She is patient and nurturing with a great sense of humor. She is very fun to be with, and around. She is creative and great at implementing fun activities. Any family would be...
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Julija took care of my son for extended periods of time this past summer (2015). He was 8 at the time. He can be very strong willed, and, as an only child, used to getting his way. Julija accepts him for who he is, but knows how to draw lines when needed. She...
Tauras B.
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
"Elena has cared for our sons since our oldest were born, almost 9 years ago. She is loving, dependable, and trustworthy. Our boys love her like family. In addition to caring for the children, she also does light housework and always has the house looking neat when...
Sarah T.
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
A 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Meredith is great with kids and is extremely trustworthy. She has lots of patience and understands kids' needs. She can efficiently and properly deal with difficult situations or accidents. Meredith has lots of experience with a wide age range from her time as a...
Claire E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I currently hold a position as a nanny for 2 wonderful children. I am looking for a new position because the kids will both be in school full-time and the hours are just not enough for me to continue on with them. Prior to this position, I have worked as a babysitter, a mother's helper, a daycare provider out of my home, a...
Sandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Sandy has been our full-time nanny for the past two years caring for our children who are now 5 & 7. She always arrives at our home with a smile on her face and a lot of energy. Sandy has been incredibly reliable. Throughout the day she engages the kids playing...
Jennifer K.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Finn, and I have over 13 years combined experience working with youth of all ages. I got my start in youth work by programming and directing a summer camp for 10 years, working closely with varied groups of 7-13-year-olds. I also spent time as a case manager in homeless shelters and housing programs for teens, helping...
Finn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Finn babysat for my very active 3 year old a couple of times. He was punctual and professional, warm and grounded, and very playful. My son loved him and asks about him often. He's moved out of our area or we'd continue to work with him for a long time."
Jill D.
Mia D.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience - Loves Art, Reading/education, And The Outdoors!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a full-time nannying job located near the Avondale area. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have nannied for many families with diverse backgrounds and needs, caring for infants as young as 2 months and children as old as 12 years. I also have experience working with kids as an...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mia has watched my daughter since around 5 months. She super sweet and my daughter loves her. She is my current nanny and my daughter is now 19 months. Super responsible, follows instructions, has taken my daughter to outdoor activities, including soccer, museums,...
Marilupe M.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
4.0
"It is my great pleasure to recommend Cathy as a child care provider. She has been caring for our two sons for several years.
Cathy is bright, reliable, and endearing. She is also well-versed in child development, both due to her studies and having a natural...
Steve S.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am an active and fun loving nanny with a passion for learning. I am looking for a full-time long-term position. I love to spend time outside, read, play & be silly, and do arts & crafts. I try to stay curious about the world around me, which influences how I work with kids and help them to grow. Above all I try to meet...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah was so kind and such a great role model for my 3 girls... if it wasn't for covid we would have kept her much longer! It has always been hard for me leaving my kiddos behind but I felt so much better knowing we had someone so trustworthy and kind to be there...
Care member
Showing 21 - 40 of 217
Most recent reviews for after school child care in Chicago, IL
Olivia R.
5.0
Olivia was wonderful! She helped watch our 2 and 4 year old boys during the work week. She took a lot of initiative in finding activities for our boys in and outside of the home (painting, cooking with them, playground adventures, fort building and more). The boys loved their time with her.
I’m...
- Care member
Rebecca T.
5.0
We enthusiastically recommend Becca! Becca cared for our infant daughter for three months until she was ready for daycare, and occasionally our 20-month-old son on the weekends. We have nothing but positive things to say about Becca; she was wonderful with our children, and gave them lots of active...
- Anna Elizabeth W.
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.
Ashlee R.
5.0
Ashlee was so wonderful with our toddler & infant. She has such a gentle demeanor that made my toddler feel a lot better after some initial separation anxiety. She made us feel so at ease leaving them in her care while we went out for the night. We would love to have her watch our children again!
- Care member
Alana L.
5.0
Trustworthy, nurturing, and flexible! One of the best!
- Care member
Additional After School Child Care Services
After School Child Care Articles
14 Women’s History Month activities for kids that teach and empower
March 3rd, 2025 There’s more to March than wintery weather and St. Patrick’s Day. The month is also when we celebrate Women’s History Month, and it’... Read more
How to get CPR and first-aid certified
March 27th, 2024 It’s not fun to think about emergencies. But as much as you hope they’ll never happen, you do have to be prepared. CPR and first-aid are things ... Read more
Best exercises for kids (ages 5-12 years old)
February 12th, 2025 Kids need designated time each day to get out their wiggles and bump their heartbeats up a notch. According to the ... Read more
International Women’s Day for kids: How to explain the holiday to children of all ages
February 27th, 2025 Try this quick experiment with your kids: Without any context, ask them to name a handful of historic figures they’ve learned about recently in school. ... Read more
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 $20.84 per hour as of March 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 217 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 147 reviews of the 217 listed after school child care.