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60 after school nannies are listed in Downers Grove, IL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school nannies is 5 years
After school nannies in Downers Grove, IL
I have had experience caring for children for the past 5 years. I started with watching neighbors children for a couple hours a day and then when I started highschool I volunteered at a pre-school for 4 years. 3 years ago I started working with the Northbrook Park district and worked the after school care program which had kids...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Catherine B.
Downers Grove, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In the last 20 years I have baby sat and or been a PT/FT nanny for numerous families with children ranging from newborn to teenagers! Being a lifetime Girl Scout and Boy Scout leader, I love adventures, crafts, safety, fun and more with youth of any age or stage of life. With that experience I am also CPR and first aid trained....
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! A little bit about myself: I have past experience with babysitting and being a nanny in the summers. I am currently a school psychologist and received my Ed. S from Loyola. I am looking to partner with a family for the summer months. I have worked with all ages! In college I played division 1 softball and I love to be...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had a wonderful conversation with Kristen, she is very bright and has wonderful credentials. Anyone would be extremely lucky to have Kristen as their nanny this summer. We ended up going a full time route or else we would have hired her!"
Lauren S.
In 2009, I had the utmost pleasure of working with an 18-month-old baby boy. He was diagnosed with Leukemia at 11 months old and needed specialized care while both of his parents went to work. I worked with K and his family for almost 5 years, with 4 of those years working full-time. During those years, I watched over K sister...
Yaejin can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Marykate G.
Downers Grove, IL
$20-33/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My name is Mary Kate . I am a high school math teacher looking for a summer nannying job. I have 4 years of nannying experience, and I have babysat since I was 12 years old. I enjoy being outside in the summer and spending time with family and my golden retriever puppy, Nike. I am very reliable and flexible about hours and pay....
Marykate can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mary Kate has been with our family for two summers full time watching our daughter who was 8 and 9 at the time. We were both working parents with a train commute downtown. Mary Kate is always on time, trust worthy, reliable and responsible. She drove our daughter...
Mariza M.
Mary N.
Downers Grove, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My names Mary. I've been in childcare for 5 years. I've been trained in all ages and love to help children learn. Due to COVID I wanted to still work with children but in smaller settings. CPR certificated
Hi, I'm Katie! I am currently a college student at Loyola Chicago. I have been a babysitter and nanny for over six years now. I have worked for individual families, as well as professionally. I have experience as a kids swim instructor, tutor, and summer camp leader. I am looking for a full time position for the summer and would...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hello, I'm Kaitlyn!
I grew up taking care of my siblings and younger cousins. In high school I took 3 child development classes and currently looking into going to school to teach children. I do have experience nannying for multiple families. Just wanting more of a recurring job/set schedule per week since I do plan on going...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Jessica K.
Downers Grove, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated and nurturing nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages and backgrounds including those with special needs.
My approach to childcare focuses on creating a warm, safe, and structured environment where children feel encouraged to explore, learn, and grow. I prioritize open...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessica was our nanny for our son for two and a half years beginning when our son was seven months old. We LOVE her and still use her for evening and weekend hours as she is available. The only reason she stopped being our son’s nanny is because I stayed home full...
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I am the Mary Poppins of 2018 who really has a special bag filled with snacks, activities, homework, extra clothes, books and other essentials. I am a people person and have always enjoyed helping and connecting with people. I started babysitting at the age of 11 and have continued watching and interacting with children. After...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Catherine L.
Downers Grove, IL
$16-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Mature, Responsible, Patient, Experienced Nanny And Teacher
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Catherine.
I am a Mature, Nurturing Full-time Nanny and teacher with 7 years experience working with preschool through early elementary in 3 different families. References available upon request..
I am willing to customize in-home teaching to suit your child's needs and interests. I have hands-on experience...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Catherine has an open, friendly and extroverted personality that engages people in conversation.
She is extremely competent in the subject matter that she is presenting or tutoring.
Having raised children during her life as a full time mom, makes her...
Daniel F.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Dear families- I'm looking for a FULL-TIME nanny position! The kids pictured are kids I was a nanny for in the past + one pic of one preschool class.
I started out being a pre-school teacher for the 3's/4's classroom and then relieved the caregivers from the baby room so they could have a lunch break. I also interacted with the...
Debbie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We have been lucky to have Debbie take care of our younger daughter for over 1.5 years now. She is loving, responsible, and the embodiment of patience. Debbie has been with our daughter since she was four months old. Through the sleep regressions, teething,...
Ankit G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emmeline, and I would love to help take care of your family. I graduated from Fordham University in 2023 where I earned dual Bachelors of Science degrees in Psychology and Spanish Language & Literature. I am located on the border of Buck Town and Wicker Park in Chicago, IL. I have several years of child care...
Emmeline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Emmeline was so excellent with my 14 month old. She was happy and engaged all day and was great at verbalizing for her. Would hire again in a heartbeat!"
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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...
Susan B.
Elmhurst, IL
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!
I was a professor at the Art Institute of Chicago while my kids were growing up. They are all now grown and on their own.
I've been both a part-time and full time nanny for an amazing family for the last 5 years. When I started, the children were ages 8, 6, 3 and newborn (3 boys, 1 girl). It has been fun watching them grow...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have many years of babysitting and nannying experience and look forward to connecting! I have a pretty flexible schedule and can help with a variety of things such as, before or after school, drop-off or pick-up, partial or full day babysitting, evening babysitting, etc. I enjoy caring for children as young as...
Julianne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"First time mom here, first time anyone other than family has watched my little one. She is kind, warm and engaging. She was able to help me out on very short notice. I Will absolutely be using her again. My little one was very happy in her care. I was comfortable...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Erica and I'm a 19 years old. I am currently studying Children's Psychology at College of Dupage. I'm passionate about working with kids. I worked as a counselor at a summer camp/after school program in Wood Dale Park District. Last year I competed a Certified Nurse Assistant Program and I'm CPR, Basic Life and...
Erica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Erica is very attentive at any given moment. She is someone you can rely on and feel comfortable with. Overall a great person to have around."
Sarah W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have babysat for over 20 years. When I was a senior in high school, I worked in a preschool. I have babysat for my nieces & nephews ranging from 1-14. I worked with a family with 3 young girls & had 2 to 3 days of entertaining them & cooking for them. Arts & crafts were a regular thing with this family. After I...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan was great; very accommodating to my rushed schedule and took her time in letting my child warm up to her. Would definitely hire her again."
Pauline B.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I have always worked with kids and truly enjoy working with kids. I have babysat a lot of families/family friends for 6 years on and off. I started off babysitting and went on to working at a day care with 6-month-olds to 7-year-olds. After working there for 3 years I have been a camp counselor since I was 18 with ages...
Bridget can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have had the pleasure to work with Bridget for over two years at the Bloomingdale Park District. She is wonderful with children and they all love her. She is very patient and kind, always in engaged in activities and I can tell she really loves to be around them....
Rita L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Barbara. I have cared for children of all ages. I love kids and care for them as if they were my own. I worked at Greentree Daycare/Preschool in Wheaton from 2001 to 2004 as a teachers assistant for 2-year-olds then was made lead teacher before I left to nanny for a family with two children. I nannied for this...
Barbara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"We have known Barb for over 8 years. She has babysat for our children, specifically our youngest who was born with a congenital heart defect and had open heart surgery at a week old. She is kind, loving, funny, playful and great with kids of all ages. She brings...
Dani V.
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Recent after school nanny reviews from local parents in Downers Grove, IL
Kristen B.
5.0
We had a wonderful conversation with Kristen, she is very bright and has wonderful credentials. Anyone would be extremely lucky to have Kristen as their nanny this summer. We ended up going a full time route or else we would have hired her!
- Lauren S.
Marykate G.
5.0
Marykate is absolutely amazing!!! She is sweet and caring. She watched our 1yo last summer and occasionally had all 3 kids (6,4,1) and our children adore her. Marykate was our first time hire from care.com and we got so lucky with such amazing person. We were sad that she was only available during...
- Lina B.
Jessica K.
5.0
Jessica was our nanny for our son for two and a half years beginning when our son was seven months old. We LOVE her and still use her for evening and weekend hours as she is available. The only reason she stopped being our son’s nanny is because I stayed home full time once we had our second child....
- Care member
Catherine L.
5.0
Catherine has done a wonderful job of caring for and tutoring our 5 year old over the past year. She has been reliable, dependable, patient and flexible throughout this entire pandemic. We would not have survived this past year without her!
- Amanda L.
Debbie P.
5.0
We have been lucky to have Debbie take care of our younger daughter for over 1.5 years now. She is loving, responsible, and the embodiment of patience. Debbie has been with our daughter since she was four months old. Through the sleep regressions, teething, tantrums - Debbie remained calm, patient...
- Ankit G.
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Ratings for Downers Grove, IL after school nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
After School Nannies in Downers Grove, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed after school nannies.