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The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 9 years
After school child care in Harwood Heights, IL
5.0
(12)
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! "
Care member
Ashlee G.
Harwood Heights, IL
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Ashlee and I live in Norridge. I am 35yrs old and a single mom of 2 boys. I have a 5yr old boy and a 2yr old boy myself. I started working with children when I was 14... I was a day camp counselor for a few years, worked at an after school program with kids from 4th-8th. I also have babysat for a newborn until she...
Ashlee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, 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.
Victoria W.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have experience in childcare with Chicago Park District for 5 years and as a nanny/babysitter for 9 years. Helping with homework, after school activities, provide meals/meal prep along with household duties are a few of the things I do. I'm comfortable with pets and I have my own car. I am CPR certified as well, looking...
Victoria can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our family recently moved to Canton and we're looking for someone for Christmas occasional date nights. Victoria interviewed very well and my girls instantly liked her. On our scheduled outing, Victoria was on time and very professional. We will definitely hire her...
Toni D.
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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:
First Aid
CPR
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
(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: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, I'm Ashley and In May 2020, I graduated with a Master of Arts in English, concentration in literature from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE). This academic achievement, my excellent track record as a Graduate Teaching Fellow and my commitment to teamwork and my current job as a High School English Teacher make...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley allowed us the pleasure of having her as our regular evening babysitter for almost a year. She is a wonderful person and our then eight year old boy adored her. Ashley was "always" punctual and "always" arrived with a cheery attitude. When her schedule did...
Claire C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I moved to Chicagoland in October 2021 pursuing a Master of Science in Community Nutrition and Public Health and completion of a dietetic internship. Excitingly, I finished my masters December 2022 and decided to make Chicagoland my forever home. Prior to graduate school, I achieved a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics (2021) and...
Munirih can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Munirih was very kind and made our 17 month old son feel very comfortable from the start. We would work with her again."
Joseph A.
Nia H.
Evanston, IL
$15-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
Date Night & Event Babysitter- Available For Evenings & Weeknights
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am an organized, dynamic, imaginative, and reliable graduate student with 6+ years of childcare experience. I have a toolkit full of activities that I've gathered as a camp counselor, after school care provider, and therapist-in-raining to ensure each child's needs are met and we part ways with a smile from ear to ear....
Nia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She brings games to play and is very warm and caring."
Jandella F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the morning. My daily a. m. schedule (7:00-10:00 a.m. ) includes meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our small family is grateful and continues to benefit from the experiences Michael brings us from his large family and coaching background. He is calm, resourceful easy going and a great communicator. We also appreciate his wit and assurance that he can step up...
Mary G.
Chiara P.
Chicago, IL
$20-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm An Empty Nester Looking For Work. I Love Kids And Can Do Minor House Chores, Help With Homework
5.0
(2)
I was employed by Sitter City for a time, about 6 months to 1 year. For the past 6 years I have been volunteering for The After School Program sponsored by Living Water Community Church. I helped tutor Arts and Crafts and homework.
Chiara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Simply put Chiara is amazing . Not only is she kind and caring, she also anticipates our needs and makes herself available outside of her regular hours. I wholeheartedly recommend her for your family"
Rinku J.
Kathryn S.
Des Plaines, IL
$16-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
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...
Care member
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Finn is an incredibly caring, fun, funny, experienced, and skilled youth worker who has done amazing work with young people in a wide range of settings. The values and respect that Finn brings to the work is inspiring. Finn worked for me for many years at a camp...
Pippi K.
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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
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
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
"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
(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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Madison E.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience in childcare. I started babysitting when I was around 12 years old and have experience in after-school care, summer day camp, nannying, and daycare center care. I am comfortable with all age groups spanning from infants to teenagers and am comfortable caring for more than 1 child at a time!
I'm...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison is the BEST! She was the first nanny we ever had for our 8 month old, so I was very nervous having someone else care for her, but the moment Madison walked in, I was at ease. She has a calm, sweet and nurturing demeanor. She always made sure our babe was...
Sarah V.
5.0
(2)
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, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for years. I have a great deal of experience with ages 3-12. I have also babysat for twins. I like to teach children new things like music and take them on field trips. I am also a personal tutor and I have tutored all of my clients. In addition to these things, I have helped to homeschool...
Khadijah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Harwood Heights, IL
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.
Karolina K.
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 with our huge puppy:) I would...
- Jenna P.
Victoria W.
5.0
Our family recently moved to Canton and we're looking for someone for Christmas occasional date nights. Victoria interviewed very well and my girls instantly liked her. On our scheduled outing, Victoria was on time and very professional. We will definitely hire her again. Thank you for doing an...
- Toni D.
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.
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
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FAQs for after school child care in Harwood Heights, IL
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Harwood Heights, IL?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Harwood Heights, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $21.50 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 Harwood Heights, IL?
Care.com currently has 2 after school child care providers in Harwood Heights, 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 Harwood Heights, IL?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Harwood Heights, 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 Harwood Heights, 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 Harwood Heights, IL after school child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Child Care in Harwood Heights, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed after school child care.