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60 after school child care are listed in Des Plaines, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby after school child care is 6 years

After school child care in Des Plaines, IL

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Kathryn S.


Des Plaines, IL

$16-22/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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I am currently working at a special needs high-school full time. I am only available for after school typically, date nights, and some weekends. I would be available for summers for a full time position if you are looking for that. My experience in child care started when I was in my teens for families around my neighborhood....
Kathryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katy was our full time nanny for our twins for almost 3 years, from when they were babies til after they turned 3. She was so caring and they adore her! She always went above and beyond to plan age appropriate engaging activities and to make sure they were happy...

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Rebeca P.


Des Plaines, IL

$23-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter & Before/After-School Helper

Hi, my name is Rebeca! I have over 5 years of experience caring for children from newborns to 12 years old. I have experience babysitting up to four kids at one time and also enjoy providing one-on-one care, always creating a safe, engaging, and fun environment for children. I am patient, understanding, adaptable, and always...
Rebeca can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
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Paulina B.


Des Plaines, IL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For After School Care And All Day Care During Summer Vacation.

Hello there! My name is Paulina and am a 25 years old, Ive been babysitting for a long time now, since I have a younger brother who is 14 years old now and have taken care of him since he was a baby. But besides him Ive babysat for many families and almost every babysitting job that I've had has been for families with 2 or more...
Paulina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Samantha C.


Des Plaines, IL

$23-24/hr1 yrs exp

Samantha C 18 Yrs Old

Hi, my name is Samantha, I worked for a before and after school program that takes care of kids at school if parents can't take them on time, a daycare where I take care of infants and toddlers. I love interacting with people and getting to know them, I consider myself a caring, hardworking, and outgoing person. Feel free to...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping
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Adriana C.


Des Plaines, IL

$22-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hard Working & Loyal! I Can Make My Schedule Flexible, Looking For A Part Time Job

My first family nannying for was with care. com! I worked with the family for 5 years, they were a lovely family with two boys! I took care of school drop off/pick up and after school activities. I did leave the family at the end of 2019 due to the kids getting older and then Covid hit, I had a lapse from nannying due to the...
Adriana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Gabby M.


Des Plaines, IL

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Gabby, and I'm 26 years old. I have been passionate about working with children since I was 18, starting my journey with babysitting before moving into daycare settings. My first five years in a daycare, I've served as a preschool teacher for children 3 to 5-year-olds. For the last year and a half, I have been a toddler...
Gabby can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

My childcare journey started at 16 when I became a camp and after-school counselor. Over the years, I have had the pleasure of working with children of various ages, from infants to pre-teens. These experiences have instilled in me a deep passion for nurturing young minds and providing a safe, loving environment for their...
Sherley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Brianna R.


Des Plaines, IL

$19-50/hr11 yrs exp

Live In/Live Out Nanny

My name is Bri and I'am empathetic, responsible, dependable, fun, and trustworthy childcare giver! I have 12 years of child care experience, and I'am available for a full position! I adore children and working with them because their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around! I am the eldest of seven...
Hi there! My name is Karter and I am currently a Special Education Paraprofessional working at a Therapeutic Day School. I have over 5 years of childcare experience which includes before and after school care, summer camp as a 1:1 aid for campers with special needs, and as a licensed paraprofessional in classrooms. I am...
Karter can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Aleksandra B.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

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:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We were extremely privileged to have employed Aleksandra as our nanny. Aleksandra has been a reliable, fun, loving, and hard working full-time nanny for our children for the past 6 years. Aleksandra took care of and built an amazing relationship with each. She has...

Laurie S.

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Kinga S.


Harwood Heights, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood

My name is Kinga. I have 17 years of experience with children. My first job was for a wonderful family with 3 kids. I've been with them for 7 years starting when the twin girls were 5 months old, and the boy was 5 years old. My next job was for an amazing family taking care of lovely 10-month-old twin boys. Unfortunately, they...
Kinga can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"She jumped right in last minute for us, she did great with our little guy! "

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Abby R.


Park Ridge, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part- Time Summer Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm Abby! I am currently a sophomore in college. I have babysat for multiple families over the past six years during the school year and summer. I have experience with children ages 2-14 years old. As well as babysitting for families, I have also worked for an after-school care program and as a summer camp counselor. I can...
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Abby was a very easy going sitter! She was always on time and kept my kids safe. My two little ones can be a handful at times but it didn't seem to bother Abby. She was patient and just went with the flow; prefect for summer fun! :) "

Lauren J.

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Ana C.


Chicago, IL

$17-21/hr5 yrs exp

Part- Time, Evenings Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Flight Attendant for American Airlines. I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Livvia W.


Deerfield, IL

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Livvia, I am 22 years old. I have worked with many family's for date nights & a private sitter for newborn- 12yr., Ive been an after school sitter and worked for the local park districts after school program kids kindergarten-5th grade in the past. I do enjoy working for a family and caring for their kids on a more...
Livvia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Livvia has been a joy to have in our home watching our 1 and 4 year old kids. She's very attentive to our little one, follows directions without having to ask or remind her, and when she has a question, she asks! Our little one doesn't take to new people easily and...

Christopher A.

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Katherine A.


Evanston, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

4th Grade Teacher And Master Student

I just moved to Evanston for graduate school at Northwestern University for my masters of speech language pathology. Previously, I taught 4th grade social studies and writing at a school in West Phoenix through the program Teach for America. I have a masters in elementary education. I am available to help out with homework and...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rebecca S.


Wheeling, IL

$21-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Rebecca! I am currently a 1st grade teacher at an elementary school! In previous years I have taught Kindergarten and 3rd grade. I have my degree in Elementary Education (Birth-grade 6). I have worked with children from birth-12. I have tons of experience with kids through teaching, and nannying as well as...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rebecca was great with our two boys (21 months and 5 years old). When we came back home, the younger one was happily snuggling with her while my older son was playing. I felt a great sense of relief seeing how comfortable they were with her."

Stephanie D.

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Karolina K.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Long Term,full Time Nanny

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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.

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Bethann B.


Skokie, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For A Full Time Job, And/or Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights & Weekend

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Beth-Ann and I have been blessed to have 25 years of experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers as a school professional and Nanny. The most important thing to me over the years has been to develop a healthy, working relationship with both the children and parents. Providing the time I spend with...
Bethann can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Grace K.


Prospect Heights, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time, Part Time, After School

My name is Grace K. I have many years of experience with children. I have two kids of my own; all grown up. I like to spend time with kids and would like to assist parents with their needs.
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Grace for a short term nanny position for my son. She watched him from 3 months to 6 months old until he was ready for daycare. She helped us out when we were in a tough spot and was flexible with our schedule. It was also obvious she had experience...

Korinne M.

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Heather S.


Glenview, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Heather and I am a 48-year-old mom of 3 kids ages 24, 22 & 19 I have a BA in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in reading. I taught Pre-school and Kindergarten years ago but then stopped to raise my family. I currently (and for the past 7 years) have been a teaching assistant at a local elementary school in...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Heather is truly fantastic and we were sad when our schedule changed and we couldn't keep her. Our boys loved being with Heather and look forward to more weekend/ date nights where she can be with them. "

Megan D.

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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Des Plaines, IL

Kathryn S.

5.0

Katy was our full time nanny for our twins for almost 3 years, from when they were babies til after they turned 3. She was so caring and they adore her! She always went above and beyond to plan age appropriate engaging activities and to make sure they were happy and safe.

- Care member

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.

Kinga S.

5.0

Kinga is an amazing person! She was wonderful with my three children. She helped us with an overnight and transition to family. We are so grateful we had her help and care.

- Jori P.

Abby R.

5.0

Abby was a very easy going sitter! She was always on time and kept my kids safe. My two little ones can be a handful at times but it didn't seem to bother Abby. She was patient and just went with the flow; prefect for summer fun! :)

- Lauren J.

Livvia W.

5.0

Livvia has been a joy to have in our home watching our 1 and 4 year old kids. She's very attentive to our little one, follows directions without having to ask or remind her, and when she has a question, she asks! Our little one doesn't take to new people easily and Livvia has thought of new ways to...

- Christopher A.

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