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Shayley P.
Highwood, IL
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Shayley P. and I am an upcoming senior at the University of Missouri studying early childhood education. Working with children has always been a passion of mine and I have tons of work experience with children of ages ranging from newborn all the way to 12 years old. In high school, I worked at an after school care...
Shayley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Livvia W.
Deerfield, IL
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Eliza and I have been babysitting for five plus years watching up to four kids at once helping with homework, cooking, cleaning, driving and more. I am more than willing to provide past references. I recently graduated from college with a 4. 0 gpa and love helping kids with homework. I also enjoy staying active,...
Eliza can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hello, my name is Stamatia, and I am 23 years old with two years of babysitting experience. I am passionate about nurturing and teaching young children, helping them grow, and creating meaningful learning experiences. In addition to babysitting, I am a cooking instructor for an after-school program, where I guide kids in...
Stamatia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Isabella. I am a respectable, responsible, easy going, and productive young adult. I can adapt to yours and your children's schedule. I have experience working with all ages of children including infants. I also have experience working with individuals who have special needs. I am willing to pick up and drop off your...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, playful, kind
I like working with kids because their joyfulness and fun brings a smile to my face
I'm looking for a job that challenges me but allows me and the kids to have a fun and engaging day.
I started working with kids my freshman year of high school when I began babysitting....
Jessica C.
Deerfield, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for nurturing young minds and fostering their development, which led me to become a childcare provider. With four years of experience as a babysitter and after-school pre-school teacher, I'm comfortable caring for up to five children of all ages. My background includes some college, as well as First Aid...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've worked at Highland Park Community Nursery School and Day Care Center for nearly 30 years. I've worked in the after-school programs, and been the cook as well. I also have three adult children.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Abby and I'm a rising senior in college at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I'm an English high school education major and starting student teaching in the fall. I have lots of experience with children from high school-- I worked as a nanny the summer going into my senior year, as well as camp...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Emma. I am a freshman in college. I have experience in after school and evening babysitting and can provide references for these. I can cook savory meals, clean, wash (dry, hang and fold) clothes, help with homework and prepare school lunches. I am a hard worker and can be flexible with days and pay. Thanks for your...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elliott H.
Wilmette, IL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Elliott. I'm a senior at New Trier. I have babysat many times before. I have also worked at Michigan shores where I was the Games Center supervisor. I also worked as an after school care counselor for the park district. So I have plenty of experience with children.
Elliott can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Chloe. I have been teaching middle school/4th Grade for the past 7 years. In 2017 I graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in and license to teach. For the past 10 years I have held many jobs in the childcare field. I love it. I have experience working with infants all the way up to...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Christopher F.
Wheeling, IL
$16/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello families, my name is Christopher, and I am a current student at the University of Illinois Chicago seeking a degree in Education. My childcare experience spans most of my life and has included children aged from infancy to adolescence. In addition to working in child care, I have participated in tutoring for students of...
Christopher can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Grace B.
Libertyville, IL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Full-time Child Care Provider, Bringing Positive Energy As Well As Reliable & Responsible Work Ethic
I have been working with children from the day I can remember. Having 3 younger brothers, I was always there to give an extra hand. I wanted to help in everything and anything. I started babysitting around age 10/11 for my siblings for short amounts of time, until I was around 14 was when I started being able to sit for other...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Iryna and I am a teacher, who is looking for after school babysitting or tutoring opportunity! I am available starting in August on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursday's starting at 4:00 p.m. I can do babysitting as well as tutoring! Please feel free to contact me with any questions!
Iryna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Hi! My name is Rachel. I am a recent high school graduate and love working with children. I am starting college in the fall majoring in a psychology and plan to become a children's clinical psychologist. I am responsible, caring, organized, and dependable. I have 2+ years of experience working with children through before/after...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Erin and I am in the process of getting a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology. Also, I'm currently a clinical intern at the Josselyn Center in Waukegan, which is a community mental health facility. Before graduate school, I got a bachelors degree in Human Development and Family Science at the University of...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Courtney G.
Winnetka, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Flexible Babysitter/Nanny Available With 15+ Years Experience
My name is Courtney and I have 15+ years of experience working with kids of every age. I started as a "mother's helper" at age 11 and later became a babysitter, after-school nanny, and full-time summer nanny. I was a camp counselor at a residential summer camp for 4 summers. In addition to that, I spent a year working as an Au...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Highwood, IL
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.
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.
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.
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FAQs for after school child care in Highwood, IL
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Highwood, IL?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Highwood, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $18.00 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 Highwood, IL?
Care.com currently has 1 after school child care providers in Highwood, 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 Highwood, IL?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Highwood, 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 Highwood, 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.