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After school child care in Oak Forest, IL

Kara F.


Oak Forest, IL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Childcare Near Oak Forest

I've worked in childcare for most of my life starting with babysitting at 14. I worked at an after school childcare program and I have 8 years of experience as a nanny. My goal is to provide fun, safe, nurturing care while respecting your parenting guidelines. Please reach out if you think I would be a good fit! I'd describe my...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Maria F.


Blue Island, IL

$13-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...
Maria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you."

Victoria R.

Paulina J.


Orland Park, IL

$18-28/hr10 yrs exp

Dear Families, My name is Paulina and I am mom of two. I have been a nanny/baby sitter and giving care to children for about 18 years and I enjoyed every minute of it. Babysitting became part of my life now. I live in Orland Park. I do have experience with children as young as infants to school age. I feel comfortable with kids...
Paulina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Loving, caring, fun to be around with. Experienced mom of two. The kids love her! Would recommend as a babysitter to anyone!"

Malgorzata B.

Judy Z.


Tinley Park, IL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Judy and I have 2 grown children of my own. I worked as a Paraprofessional in the school district I lived in for the past 18 years and being a nanny was a second job for me. I love children and enjoy helping them. Some of the families that I have worked for over the past 10 years have been wonderful...
Judy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"She is an awesome person. Took care of and tutored my autistic son for 4 years. Lots of energy and a big heart. Very well respected too in our school district."

Don B.

Jayla L.


Chicago, IL

$17-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hi I'm Jayla. I'm 21-year-old part time child provider with several years of experience, such as babysitting the children of friends and family. I've also worked at a daycare as an assistant. I can provide homework help ( math is my specialty) and fulfill transportation needs to after school events or activities. I am also...
Jayla can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jayla was very work driven ,dependable,and caring. She was more than exceptional. Jayla informed she wanted to own a daycare and that she worked with many kids. I say this I was grateful to get a chance to meet her I will be booking again."

Carmalita T.

Heather P.


Tinley Park, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Pre-k Teacher Looking For After School Jobs

My name is Heather. I am 34 years old. I am currently a teacher at a day care . I've been teaching for 13 years in a Pre-k classroom. I live in Tinley Park . A little bit of my history: Before I started teaching I nannied for 3 years for an autistic boy and his brother , at the time I also took care of my 2 younger brothers in...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Heather was very easy to communicate with. She was punctual to her interview. She had no hesitation in agreeing to background checks. She was kind and easy to talk to and was happy to answer all of my questions. Great interview."

Jillian L.

Bonniejean M.


Mokena, IL

$22/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny/ Caregiver / Special Needs/ Organizer

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer being caring, supportive, compassionate and patient. I'm a nanny and caregiver. I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well. I like working with kids because kids' rock! They are unique because each and...
Bonniejean can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bonnie is absolutely wonderful with our daughter! We are very pleased with her and are lucky we found her! She is kind, patient, friendly, outgoing, and very caring!! She spends a lot of time doing hands on activities with our daughter! She is learning so much each...

Stephanie D.

Hi! I am Caitlin and I am studying nursing at Joliet Junior College! When I was younger, I watched my brothers after school and volunteered in my church's special needs classroom. This past year, I have started to babysit for other families. I typically bring fun games and love doing crafts with kids!
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Molly S.


Chicago, IL

$17-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hi, I am Molly . I'm currently a graduate student in the occupational therapy masters program at Governor State University. I currently only have classes two to three days a week. I love working with kids. I also worked at an after school program for kids well in underaged and it was the best time and really helped plan thing...
Molly can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Kamile N.


Chicago, IL

$14-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available (Biligual: Lithuanian-English)

Hello, my name is Kamile. I am genuine, patient, passionate, and extremely nurturing. I have great work ethic, and I love people (especially kids)! I work as a site director with children in classroom-like settings as before and after school program director at one of elementary schools . I am looking for extra work for...
Kamile can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Brandi M.


Posen, IL

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Nurturing Sitter

My name is Brandi, I am 29 years old. I have a 10-y/o loving son of my own . He also attends my mom's center for after school In which I am a certified teacher and assistant director. It's called Cricket's Learning Center and KKZ. My mom has owned a home daycare for over 14 years and daycare center for 11 in which I am over...
Brandi can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Alexandria D.


Frankfort, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

After School Friend!

I have 3 years of experience, I have two young step children (6 and 4) who I have every other weekend. I can help with whatever is needed around the house while on shift. Have a pool at my home, so if you're comfortable with it, I can watch the children at my home and have fun pool days. I am CPR ceritified and have a Bachelors...
Alexandria can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

My name is Nomfundo (Nommy) Child Care Experiences: I have worked with kids for over 10 years (infant qualified, Toddlers to elementary aged kids) also an ex Au pair. My Role : Play with kids, cook (prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack in between ), feed infants, introduce solids, take kids to school or after school...
Nomfundo can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Emily W.


Frankfort, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

I am certified in Autism therapy. (RBT) CPR certified. I was a teacher at after school day care for the New Lenox Park district. I have been a CNA for 3 years. I have a beautiful niece (9yrs) and a wild nephew (4) that I love with my whole heart! Children are my whole world and I wish every child lives their days as the best...
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

Caitlin C.


Frankfort, IL

$18-22/hr7 yrs exp

After School Sitter/nanny

Hi! My name is Caitlin and I am a professional dancer based out of Chicago. I have been a sitter for 7 years and a nanny for 2 years. Additionally, I have been a dance educator for 5 years working with children ages 3-18. As a caregiver I am super fun and reliable. My biggest goal is for your child to be comfortable while you...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Peyton N.


Tinley Park, IL

$16-30/hr1 yrs exp

My Experience!

Hi! I have grown up working with kids my whole life and absolutely adore them. I am currently in school at the University of Wisconsin Whitewater majoring in Elementary Education and minoring in Special Education and am so excited to become a teacher one day! When it comes to experiences I have junior coached cheerleading grades...
Peyton can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Nicole F.


Orland Park, IL

$16/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Sitter

I have five years of experience working with kids of all ages and helping with homework, preparation for after-school sports, Light Housekeeping, and Crafts.
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Tiffany P.


Midlothian, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

After School Caregiver Available

Hello! My name is Tiffany & I am very interested in finding a family or a couple of families to nanny for! Little back story, I am CPR and First Aid Certified, and have taken multiple child care classes previously while I was in high school, obtaining my ECE Level 1 credentials. Technically, I am licensed to work in a day care!...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Ne-liah J.


Evergreen Park, IL

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Creative Sitter And Smile Keeper.

Hi, I'm Nelly! I love to help children with their schoolwork and after-school activities. I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping Grocery Shopping, Cooking, etc. I am very flexible and just come in whenever needed. I am also good with all ages.
Ne-liah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Kelsey M.


Palos Heights, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Kelsey. I am 28 years old. I have had years of babysitting experience from my sister, nieces, jobs I have had through care. com, and now my own child. I was with one family through care. com for about 5 years, and I have also been with another family for before school care, and after school care. I have my own...
Kelsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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

Maria F.

5.0

We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you.

- Victoria R.

Paulina J.

5.0

Paulina is very dependable and flexible. She is bilingual in polish & English

- Michelle C.

Judy Z.

5.0

We had the pleasure of having Judy as a caregiver for our children, one whom has special needs. They were like best friends and she always went above and beyond to take care of our family. The only reason we aren't using her any longer is we no longer live in the same area. Would highly recommend!

- Care member

Jayla L.

5.0

Jayla was a blessing in disguise she made sure when we got home the house was tidy the kids were tucked away. Jayla was well over exceptional!

- Essence J.

Heather P.

5.0

Heather was very easy to communicate with. She was punctual to her interview. She had no hesitation in agreeing to background checks. She was kind and easy to talk to and was happy to answer all of my questions. Great interview.

- Jillian L.

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