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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, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Madeline S.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I've always loved working with kids, whether it's through babysitting, tutoring, or at summer camp. I've babysat for over a dozen families, and most of my experience has been with babies and toddlers, from part-time roles to a full-time nanny.
As a summer camp leader, I learned the importance of play and fun for child...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madeline is so great with our 4-year-old little boy. She is so hands on and loves to get down on his level and play. She's enthusiastic and super communicative about scheduling."
Christina G.
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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
Celeste P.
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: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Highly recommend! She was extremely good with our kiddos!"
Emily D.
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & 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
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Becca. I have a Molecular Biology degree and have nannied/babysat for years. I just ended my full time nanny role to start my career in medical sales, but I'd love to continue helping out with after school needs/date nights/tutoring. I went to babysitting and CPR training when I was a teenager, and ever since then I...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very sweet and caring. Great with my two girls ages 6 and 4. Would absolutely hire her again."
Kyle S.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
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.
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, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
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, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We absolutely LOVE Cristina! We were in a pinch to quickly hire a nanny for our boy/girl 5 month old twins and Cristina was a godsend. She was always on time, proactive in anticipating the needs of my babies. I felt immediately comfortable leaving them with her...
Melody D.
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, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aleks worked for us as a nanny for the last three months and took care of our three month old baby. She is wonderful, reliable, always on time, loving, caring and well educated, and we would never let her leave us if we were not moving out of the country. When she...
Ivan K.
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.
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, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashlee was wonderful with our toddler while I was away for the weekend. My husband even said our daughter was sad when Ashlee left which made me feel so great about being gone and knowing she was in good hands. We have since hired Ashlee again for a date night and...
Kate J.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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.
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
"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.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I'm Jeannette, a kind and caring bilingual nanny with 15 years of experience working with children from infancy through adolescence. Raised in Chicago, I've had the pleasure of providing loving care in many different settings over the years. My journey began in high school when I started nannying for families, and it continued...
Jeannette can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jeannette was on time and my child really liked her. He was sad when she had to go! I had a dental appointment and she even checked to make sure I was ok after she left. This was my first time using a caregiver from care.com and it went very well. "
Care member
Brianna S.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & 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.
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in River Forest, IL
Madeline S.
5.0
Madeline is so great with our 4-year-old little boy. She is so hands on and loves to get down on his level and play. She's enthusiastic and super communicative about scheduling.
- Christina G.
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.
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.
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
Rebecca T.
5.0
We enthusiastically recommend Becca! Becca cared for our infant daughter for three months until she was ready for daycare, and occasionally our 20-month-old son on the weekends. We have nothing but positive things to say about Becca; she was wonderful with our children, and gave them lots of active...
- Anna Elizabeth W.
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FAQs for after school child care in River Forest, IL
In 2025, 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 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 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.