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60 after school child care are listed in Downers Grove, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 5 years
After school child care in Downers Grove, IL
Experienced mother and 20+ years as a paid childcare provider seeking 25 or more hours weekly providing household management services plus after-school and school holiday childcare, including homework assistance and transportation to activities and fun play adventures. I hope to spend the summer with the children too! I am an...
Brenda can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
I have had experience caring for children for the past 5 years. I started with watching neighbors children for a couple hours a day and then when I started highschool I volunteered at a pre-school for 4 years. 3 years ago I started working with the Northbrook Park district and worked the after school care program which had kids...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
In 2009, I had the utmost pleasure of working with an 18-month-old baby boy. He was diagnosed with Leukemia at 11 months old and needed specialized care while both of his parents went to work. I worked with K and his family for almost 5 years, with 4 of those years working full-time. During those years, I watched over K sister...
Yaejin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Katty G.
Downers Grove, IL
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Katty and I'm a 27 years old. In high school, I took a child development class for 2 years and I was a children's tutor after school. I have over 7 years of paid babysitting experience with newborns to preteens even twins and I have taken care of my 8-year-old brother since he was a baby. I have my own car with...
Katty can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"She was great with my grandfather and dog!!! Keep in mind an 84 year old is like a big toddler who thinks they can do everything so I knew this was a big job! On top of my 50 pound German Shepherd mix. Katty was flawless with the scheduled medications and making...
Austin A.
Sophia S.
Downers Grove, IL
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as welcoming, calm, and fun-loving.
In high school, I babysat for families in my neighborhood. I also volunteered at after-school programs, helping students with their homework. My senior year, I had the privilege of coaching a 10U travel softball team.
In my spare time, I like to stay active. I...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have many years of babysitting and nannying experience and look forward to connecting! I have a pretty flexible schedule and can help with a variety of things such as, before or after school, drop-off or pick-up, partial or full day babysitting, evening babysitting, etc. I enjoy caring for children as young as...
Julianne can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"First time mom here, first time anyone other than family has watched my little one. She is kind, warm and engaging. She was able to help me out on very short notice. I Will absolutely be using her again. My little one was very happy in her care. I was comfortable...
Care member
Susan B.
Elmhurst, IL
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!
I was a professor at the Art Institute of Chicago while my kids were growing up. They are all now grown and on their own.
I've been both a part-time and full time nanny for an amazing family for the last 5 years. When I started, the children were ages 8, 6, 3 and newborn (3 boys, 1 girl). It has been fun watching them grow...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Susan is the best! My kids look forward to her coming over - they do crafts, games, dance parties.... She's always on time, very communicative and very responsible. When we unexpectedly lost our nanny she jumped in and didn't miss a beat. We wished she could have...
Melissa S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emmeline, and I would love to help take care of your family. I graduated from Fordham University in 2023 where I earned dual Bachelors of Science degrees in Psychology and Spanish Language & Literature. I am located on the border of Buck Town and Wicker Park in Chicago, IL. I have several years of child care...
Emmeline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Emmeline was so excellent with my 14 month old. She was happy and engaged all day and was great at verbalizing for her. Would hire again in a heartbeat!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Erica and I'm a 19 years old. I am currently studying Children's Psychology at College of Dupage. I'm passionate about working with kids. I worked as a counselor at a summer camp/after school program in Wood Dale Park District. Last year I competed a Certified Nurse Assistant Program and I'm CPR, Basic Life and...
Erica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I can't find enough words to describe how grateful I am with Erica. She was a very caring babysitter to my 2 year old girl and also a great support to our family in a big transition like having a second child. She was very proactive and creative as well with...
Lina B.
Alyssa P.
Westchester, IL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am Alyssa and I am an elementary school teacher! I have been nannying nearly every summer for 10 years. I took one summer off to get married to my husband Christian last summer and we just bought our first home in April! I am CPR, First Aid and Trauma Response certified. I have my masters degrees in Principalship and...
Makinzie M.
Carol Stream, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hello, my name is Makinzie and I am a 27-year-old mother to a crazy little boy. I currently work in retirement plan administration during the day from 7-2:30 and I am looking for additional after school work. I have many years of nannying experience as well as assisting with the day to day operations of a household. I would be...
Makinzie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kinzie is a very caring individual and was able to help us out for a few hours, while we went out to dinner and ran some errands. She was a lifesaver!"
Morgan R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Fauzia and I am a full-time research scientist, part-time aspiring educator. I finished my Ph. D. in chemistry at the University of Chicago in 2022, where I used to participate in an after-school science program where we introduced science concepts to local elementary students. I also mentored minority students in the...
Fauzia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fauzia has been one of the best nanny's we have hired to help us with our 2 year old son. She always goes above and beyond to help, even if it's outside of her normal hours. We tried to rehire her but she didn't have the availability. She's an amazing nanny and we...
Jazzica P.
Ashley F.
Naperville, IL
$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with kids because they aren't afraid to ask questions, try out new theories, and utilize their curiosity to learn their likes and dislikes. I realized that children teach me as much, if not more, than I teach them. Viewing the world from their standpoint is fantastic; everything feels so light, looks so colorful,...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley is a wonderful babysitter. She has been working with my family as a date night and occasional daytime sitter for a little over a year now and my two daughters, 8 and 3, adore her. She is an active participant with their play, has fun and engaging ideas to do...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! I have always worked with kids and truly enjoy working with kids. I have babysat a lot of families/family friends for 6 years on and off. I started off babysitting and went on to working at a day care with 6-month-olds to 7-year-olds. After working there for 3 years I have been a camp counselor since I was 18 with ages...
Bridget can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have had the pleasure to work with Bridget for over two years at the Bloomingdale Park District. She is wonderful with children and they all love her. She is very patient and kind, always in engaged in activities and I can tell she really loves to be around them....
Rita L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I've being babysitting for the past 7+ years. I'm 22 years old and I have experience with all ages, from newborns to teenagers.
I've volunteered at an elementary school to help with the younger students, K-3rd grade perform in a play.
I've volunteered at a daycare assisting with the toddlers and infants.
I'm also...
Juanita can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Juanita was great with my 5 year old daughter. I reached out to her last minute and she was available to come the next day. My daughter loved her. I highly recommend her."
Nyemarie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. However, I have had experience working with kids of all ages, including newborns since I was 5 years old because my parents were foster parents. I love kids and work really well with them! I have also worked in a few schools. I am a currently a middle school art teacher! I am...
Kera can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kera was amazing with my 2 kids! She was like part of the family for the 2 years that she worked for us. Our childcare needs have changed so we won't be needing her this summer, but any family would be lucky to have her. She was engaged with the kids, keeping them...
Christie D.
4.7
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am 46 and have infant, toddler, multi-children experience! I grew up in a large family where I helped raise my brothers and sisters from a young age through high school. I cooked, cleaned and managed the household as well as managed after school activities. I am creative and enjoy doing crafts with kids, games, sports,...
Jodine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Jodine worked with us for ~2 weeks, during which she primarily helped care for our 3-month old baby and performed light household duties (children's laundry, vacuuming, dishes, etc). She also had some interaction with our 4- and 2-year-old children. Jodine has an...
Care member
Michelle K.
Naperville, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
District 203 Teacher Available For After School Care And Homework Help
5.0
(3)
Hi, I'm Michelle! I'm a full-time District 203 high school English teacher and married mom of two college kids, a daughter and a son. I provide child care to families on evenings and weekends, and I also do occasional weekend overnight care.
When my kids were young, I was a stay-at-home mom for six years; I also have 20 years...
Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Michelle has been watching our two boys this summer and they love her. We love her. She is so reliable, friendly, and fun. She and the boys go on adventures, bake treats, and do fun activities. I highly recommend Michelle - she's the best."
Joseph M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide transportation and nanny. I have cared for 3 children in the past and did so for 5 years. Last family I worked for I picked up their 3 kids from school, prepared dinner, helped with homework and took to after school activities. Also interested in date night positions/weekend work. If you are interested in a reliable...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
I have 4+ years of experience and I can help with Light Housekeeping and laundry, as well as drive them to school and after school activities.
Ana Catarina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Downers Grove, IL
Katty G.
5.0
She was great with my grandfather and dog!!! Keep in mind an 84 year old is like a big toddler who thinks they can do everything so I knew this was a big job! On top of my 50 pound German Shepherd mix. Katty was flawless with the scheduled medications and making sure everyone was fed and the house...
- Austin A.
Julianne C.
5.0
First time mom here, first time anyone other than family has watched my little one. She is kind, warm and engaging. She was able to help me out on very short notice. I Will absolutely be using her again. My little one was very happy in her care. I was comfortable leaving the house with Julie caring...
- Care member
Susan B.
5.0
Susan is the best! My kids look forward to her coming over - they do crafts, games, dance parties.... She's always on time, very communicative and very responsible. When we unexpectedly lost our nanny she jumped in and didn't miss a beat. We wished she could have been our been our new nanny, but was...
- Melissa S.
Emmeline B.
5.0
Emmeline was so excellent with my 14 month old. She was happy and engaged all day and was great at verbalizing for her. Would hire again in a heartbeat!
- Care member
Erica M.
5.0
I can't find enough words to describe how grateful I am with Erica. She was a very caring babysitter to my 2 year old girl and also a great support to our family in a big transition like having a second child. She was very proactive and creative as well with entertaining a very active toddler, not...
- Lina B.
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FAQs for after school child care in Downers Grove, IL
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Downers Grove, IL?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Downers Grove, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 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 Downers Grove, IL?
Care.com currently has 5 after school child care providers in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, 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.