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Elizabeth C.


Island Lake, IL

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny/House Manager Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a caregiver in some fashion most of my life. I began watching children towards the end of grade school and continued babysitting until I graduated from high school. Shortly after graduation I earned a diploma as a medical assistant and went to work for a pediatrician. I supported myself in college working...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive, resourceful and simply fantastic. She is always on top of things and makes sure our house is running smoothly. She is also an...

Deborah Q.

Chiara P.


Chicago, IL

$20-37/hr10 yrs exp

I'm An Empty Nester Looking For Work. I Love Kids And Can Do Minor House Chores, Help With Homework

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, 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.

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
"Can't say enough good things, thank you, super prompt, the first caregiver that wasn't a grandparent, and it went great. She handled our 1 yo expertly, super friendly polite and professional."

Care member

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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Nicole T.


Schaumburg, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced and Energetic Sitter!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Nicole and I'm a graduate student at Northeastern studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I've been working as a nanny professionally since I was 18, and since then I've worked with all ages and types of families. It was actually my work as a nanny that was a major inspiration for me to pursue a career...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nicole is seriously wonderful! She cared for my sons (almost 3 and 9-10 months old), full time this summer. She quickly earned their trust and managed playing, teaching and engaging them in new activities with ease. Everything from playing dinosaurs and superheroes...

Mike M.

Erin O.


Mount Prospect, IL

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver Available

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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

Morgan M.


Wauconda, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Meet Me! :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I would be so excited to be a part of the family! My passion in life is helping and caring for others, especially children! I am currently attending Grad School to get my Masters in Speech Language Pathology, preferably for children with special needs. I am CPR / First Aid Certified & renewed those certifications this year...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never anxious about being left with someone new. It was a delightful experience."

Susan O.

Claudia S.


Evanston, IL

$25-27/hr9 yrs exp

Friendly And Dependable Caretaker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am looking for full time work this summer before I begin graduate school in the fall. I earned a bachelor's from Northwestern in 2023 where I studied Spanish and African American Studies. Then, I spent a year abroad in Spain working as an English/Science teaching assistant for grades preK-6th. This academic year, I am...
Claudia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Claudia is truly amazing. She is punctual, trustworthy, has a great rapport with kids, and easily became a friend and vital part of our family."

Kathryn D.

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 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.

Nia H.


Evanston, IL

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

Date Night & Event Babysitter- Available For Evenings & Weeknights

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She brings games to play and is very warm and caring."

Jandella F.

Cathy S.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've worked as a nanny for more than 8 years, live in Rogers Park, have a clean driving record and a reliable car. I do not smoke. At nannying positions, my duties included picking up children from school, getting them home for a snack, then off to after-school activities and back home safely to help them with their homework. I...
Cathy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
4.0
"It is my great pleasure to recommend Cathy as a child care provider. She has been caring for our two sons for several years. Cathy is bright, reliable, and endearing. She is also well-versed in child development, both due to her studies and having a natural...

Steve S.

Amy A.


Mount Prospect, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Educator And Childcare Provider

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Amy worked for us for 5 full years. She started with our family when my oldest daughter was just a few weeks old. At first, it was part-time, and gradually she came to work for us as a full-time nanny. She was with us through the birth of our second child, and was...

Sarah B.

Lacey M.


Evanston, IL

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Early-Childhood Education Student With 10 Years Of Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have 8 years of experience working with children. I have worked as a full-time summer nanny for three years, an after school nanny for 7 months, and an infant nanny for 1 year. I also have lots of part time experience. I am currently working as a nanny for a 12-month-old. I love working with babies and toddlers especially,...
Lacey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Lacey is so kind, gentle, and a great asset to our family when we need childcare, whether that's for an evening away from the kids, or a sick day, or really anything. we so appreciate Lacey's initiative, confidence, and lovely way of caring for our two young kids. "

Isa R.

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:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Ashley R.


Grayslake, IL

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny

I am 37 living with my husband and 15yr old daughter. My husband and I have been married for 16yrs. I have been in the childcare industry for a little over 15 years. What I offer for you is: caring for your child, transportation to and from school/after school activities, cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping/general...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I have known Ashley for almost three years now, and believe her to be a wonderful, nurturing and responsible caretaker. Her positive attitude combined with her constant efforts to create a safe and clean environment for children truly reflects the quality of care...

Alexandria S.

Peyton M.


Arlington Heights, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available!

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:

CPR

First Aid

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.

Sandra M.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny

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, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Sandy has been with our family watching our 2 girls for almost 2 years. She has never let us down and has always been there for the girls. Sandy is also very flexible and adjusted to our schedule fluctuations which were very helpful. Unfortunately, we no longer...

David F.

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, light cleaning, meal prep

Pornwilai H.


Evanston, IL

$20-27/hr1 yrs exp

After School Childcare/Mother's Helper

Hi. My name is Tulip. I'm a mother of two adopted daughters, they are adults now and living on their own. I'm living in Evanston with my husband. I love children and now have time to offer basic childcare/supervision, lite errand, chore and prep duties to busy families. I am available starting with after school pick-up into the...
Pornwilai can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Julinda M.


Skokie, IL

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Julinda M, I was previously employed at an after school program working with kids from ages 3-15. I babysit for many families from infant to teens when needed. I've always loved working with kids. I have a big family and have always watched my little cousins at such a young age. I was also a camp counselor for...
Julinda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Lake Forest, IL

Elizabeth C.

5.0

Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive, resourceful and simply fantastic. She is always on top of things and makes sure our house is running smoothly. She is also an excellent cook and enjoys doing...

- Deborah Q.

Chiara P.

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.

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.

Nicole T.

5.0

Nicole is absolutely wonderful with my children, age 3 and 1.5 years. They have so much fun with her and she is always full of energy and ready to play and interact with them. She is very sincere and not only does she have a great relationship with kids, but also with the parents. We are moving...

- Rachel L.

Erin O.

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.

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