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Bozena S.
River Forest, IL
$23-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience And Superior References
I have been a nanny for 20 plus years. I have proven track record and great references.
Care Check and background check are included with my profile. I have worked for families with two or three children in the past. I provided care for infants, toddlers, and pre-school age children, as well as children up to age of 12. My...
Bozena can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Diamond C.
Chicago, IL
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because they have such a beautiful energy surrounding them and I believe there's a lot you can learn from them. It's important try to have as much good influence around children as much as possible and I want to always try to be that.
I started working with kids when I was 19 years old, since then I...
Diamond can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Diamond was amazing!!! My son had so much fun!!! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am an experienced, caring, interactive babysitter looking for a part-time job. I have a large availability and am very flexible with time. I have my own transportation and many references! I have worked as a YMCA counselor for all ages, focusing mainly on middle schoolers, as well as an after school care counselor for...
Rhonna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Rhonna is great with a 3 month old! She arrived early, was very accommodating, and immediately took to our son’s needs. She even exceeded our expectations by sending us a text to let us know that our son finished his bottle, went right to sleep and all was well....
Care member
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Highly recommend! She was extremely good with our kiddos!"
Emily 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madison cared for my 8-month-old when she was home sick from daycare for a couple days while I worked and my husband was out of town. I felt so lucky to have her! I was nervous about having someone take care of my kid that we hadn’t met before, but Madison was so...
Care member
5.0
(3)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Abby is always on time, extremely reliable, incredibly responsible and wonderful with our kids. Highly recommend. "
Renny P.
Catherine H.
Chicago, IL
$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Experienced, Affirming And Professional Evening And Weekend Care Giver Available
5.0
(2)
I am honored to be considered for caring for your child! I am a passionate health advocate and social worker. I graduated with my MSW from WashU in 2021, with a Child Behavioral Health and Health policy emphasis. I specialize in working with children with neurodivergence, and utilize a wholistic, strengths-based care approach....
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Cate is really enthusiastic and caring with my 2 boys. They love having her babysit, especially the way she reads book after book with them! Cate is very attentive and makes sure my boys are entertained and having fun!"
Lauren S.
Susan B.
Elmhurst, IL
$20-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!
I was a professor at the Art Institute of Chicago while my kids were growing up and now I work from home during the day. I am looking for evening and weekend work, or covering last minute emergencies or travel.
I've been a part-time nanny and babysitter for an amazing family for the last 5 years. They have a full time...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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
(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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, 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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I babysat for a very busy family for 3 years. I was responsible for three children (mostly 2 because the third is a teen and very after school activities oriented), since they were 3, 5 and 13. I mostly did after school babysitting, from picking them up from school to warming up dinner, helping with homework, and taking each one...
Cristina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We used Cristina as a nanny for our 3 month old son when I went back to work from maternity leave. She was a very caring Nanny and I could tell my son really enjoyed having her around. He would always smile when he saw her which is rare for a baby that is so...
Taylor M.
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...
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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
(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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were extremely privileged to have employed Aleksandra as our nanny. Aleksandra has been a reliable, fun, loving, and hard working full-time nanny for our children for the past 6 years. Aleksandra took care of and built an amazing relationship with each. She has...
Laurie S.
Carinda L.
Chicago, IL
$61/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Worker Available For After-School Care & The Occasional Date/Weekend Night
5.0
(1)
I started babysitting other children in my neighborhood when I was 13. One family I worked with had 6-year-old triplets. Another family had 3 girls ages 4-10. I have two nephews that are 7 & 8 that I love hanging out with. I also have experience with infants.
I have coached 2nd & 3rd grade basketball and have been a teachers...
Carinda can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Carinda and I run recess and after school programs at a local elementary school and she is a wonderful worker, who connects well with kids and other staff members. Not only is she someone to trust, but a joy to work with! She is someone you will form an instant...
Emily H.
Alex T.
Elmhurst, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Caregiver With AGS Degree And Early Childhood Classes And Assistant Teacher Certification
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in caring for infants, toddlers and young children after school or full time. I have experience caring for children from infant to 10 years of age as an after school nanny, and in a childcare center and as a babysitter. I also have experience babysitting and as an ice skating instructor. I also have work with...
Alex can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alex is wonderful with children. My own kids beg her to read and play, which she does at length with a smile on her face."
Lisa S.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 18 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
Jennifer H.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Storytelling about camel rides in Africa and teaching how to count in Spanish make me a well-rounded sitter. My name is Jennifer and I'm currently working for one of the largest non-profit organizations in the world. I'm temporarily sitting on the weekends and some weekdays. Currently an Andersonville resident. I'm a proud first...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer has been a friend of mine for 10+ years & we actually worked in childcare during our college days. She is amazing with kids & a very dependable person who always cares for the well-being of others."
Letisia S.
Brianna S.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Loving Babysitter Available After School Hours
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
A graduate student at ASU with interests in being active, fashion, traveling, and food! I'm in love with Arizona's beautiful weather and opportunity to spend all year round outside. I am passionate about healthy childhood development and I recognize how important good role models are in children's life.
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"I had never hired a babysitter for my 10 month old before. Brianna showed up on time and was willing to watch my baby girl and my 4 year old lab. My husband and I were gone 10 hours. Brianna sent me a photo of my little one and a few texts throughout the day to...
Katherine O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for about 8 years. I have also helped tutor 7-10-year-old girls in an after school programs. In the past I have babysat for a 10-year-old boy with autism. I have babysat infants to driving around high- schoolers. I am great at after school care, and evening care. I have also babysat a family of 2 boys and a girl,...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hired Sarah as a part time companion for my husband. She is a very compassionate and caring person. Sarah would offer to do what she could to help me out as well as providing great care for my husband. Will definitely hire her again."
Barb G.
Andrea R.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Occasional Nanny Available On Weeknights And After School, Excellent With Kids.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience with children, I worked full time with a family of two children 4 and 6 years old for 4 years. I took them to school, to all their extra curricular activities, helped them with their homework and tutor them Spanish lessons, I also help around the house with some light cleaning, cooked them dinner and...
Andrea can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I had an excellent experience with Andrea watching my kids for an evening. No issues. She is very pleasant."
Paul F.
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in River Forest, IL
Diamond C.
5.0
Diamond saved our work trip! We had to bring our toddler on this trip and were stressed! Luckily, Diamond was able to play with our 2 year old while we worked. She’s energetic, happy and such a joy to be around. Our toddler loved playing with her! She’s coming again this week to help out and we are...
- Celeste P.
Rhonna P.
5.0
Rhonna is great with a 3 month old! She arrived early, was very accommodating, and immediately took to our son’s needs. She even exceeded our expectations by sending us a text to let us know that our son finished his bottle, went right to sleep and all was well. For the first time, my partner and I...
- Care member
Munirih P.
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.
Madison E.
5.0
Madison cared for my 8-month-old when she was home sick from daycare for a couple days while I worked and my husband was out of town. I felt so lucky to have her! I was nervous about having someone take care of my kid that we hadn’t met before, but Madison was so great that after one day, I asked...
- Care member
Abby R.
5.0
Abby was a very easy going sitter! She was always on time and kept my kids safe. My two little ones can be a handful at times but it didn't seem to bother Abby. She was patient and just went with the flow; prefect for summer fun! :)
- Lauren J.
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FAQs for after school child care in River Forest, IL
In 2024, how much is after-school care near me in River Forest, IL?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in River Forest, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $23.00 per hour as of November 2024. 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 River Forest, IL?
Care.com currently has 1 after school child care providers in River Forest, 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 River Forest, IL?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in River Forest, 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 River Forest, 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.