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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Paulina B.
Des Plaines, IL
$18-30/hr • 10 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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Samantha, I'm a collage student planning to major into accounting, I work for a before and after school program that takes care of kids at school if parents can't take them on time. I love interacting with people and getting to know them, I consider myself a caring, hardworker, and outgoing person. Im a little shy at...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping
Adriana C.
Des Plaines, IL
$22-25/hr • 5 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
Gabby M.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-25/hr • 7 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:
CPR
First Aid
Sherley J.
Des Plaines, IL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kathryn S.
Des Plaines, IL
$16-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Karter F.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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, travel, meal prep
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.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 20 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
"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.
5.0
(3)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Abby is an amazing young lady. She is hardworking, kind and cares for other people. I would be a reference for her character any day. "
Robyn S.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
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 also do summer school in the mornings while on summer break. I have my degree in Elementary Education (Birth-grade 6). I have worked with children from birth-12. I have tons of...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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.
Bethann B.
Skokie, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny Looking For A Full Time Job, And/or Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights & Weekend
5.0
(1)
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:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, 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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience teaching and nurturing children. I raised two daughters and taught at the elementary level for 6 years. I ran my own daycare and after school program as well as owned two after school arts programs, taught creative writing and worked as a reading instructor. Children are wonderful! I have had...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Amy took care of my one and two year olds and was wonderful. Very reliable and careful. We were sad to see her go!"
Mindy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Erin and I currently work as a TA for North Shore School District 112. I just recently got my Bachelor's Degree in Sociology at Bradley University in May 2017. I have worked off an on with children for years and love every second of it! I have held nanny positions, worked in a daycare, and babysat on occasion for...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Erin is dependable, trustworthy and caring. She is great with all ages. She takes direction easily and responds positively to feedback. I highly recommend her!"
Susan R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an experienced nanny and have been providing care for over 15 years for multiple families. I have worked with children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I have also experience with twins, preemies and kids with allergies. I love to spend my time with children, playing with them, reading to them, making arts...
Jowita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jowita nannied for my family for nearly 3 years. My three kids adored her. Jowita was always on time, never called in sick, loving and took my kids to their extracurricular activities every week. I without reservation recommend Jowita"
Katie D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Peyton, I am 29 years old and am currently a registered behavioral therapist, working with children who have been diagnosed with Autism, ODD, ADHD and other behavioral needs. I am working within a school district so that allows me to have after school hours available. If you are seeking help in the...
Peyton can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have nothing but wonderful things to say about Peyton! Our son had a great connection with her and it was very easy to trust her. She is reliable, dependable and great at communication. She went above and beyond in doing arts and crafts, taking him on adventures...
Hillary K.
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Des Plaines, 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.
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.
Rebecca S.
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.
Grace K.
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 nannying prior to our family. We all...
- Korinne M.
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FAQs for after school child care in Des Plaines, IL
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Des Plaines, IL?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Des Plaines, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $20.75 per hour as of January 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 Des Plaines, IL?
Care.com currently has 8 after school child care providers in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, 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.