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60 after school nannies are listed in Great Lakes, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school nannies is 3 years
After school nannies in Great Lakes, IL
5.0
(1)
Hello Parents! My name is Sydney and I am currently 19 years old. I was born in Missouri but raised in sunny south florida where I lived until I was 18. I moved to the northern suburbs to live with my sister while I figured out what I wanted to do with my life. To say I love children would be an understatement. After much...
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sydney has been watching our 18m old since he was an infant. She takes such great care of him and he loves seeing her. They play together, she handles dinner, bath and bedtime; it’s always so smooth. She’s very reliable and a great person in general! "
Care member
I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children, supporting families, and providing a reliable childcare option. As a patient, calm, creative, and friendly individual, I strive to make a positive impact on the lives of children in my care.
With three years of childcare experience, I am comfortable caring for one child at...
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & 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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexandria, and I'm a stay at home mom to a 1-year-old boy!
I am hoping to find a position watching 1-2 children either at my home or yours along with my son. Prior to working in health care I worked full time as a nanny for 7 years. I mostly watched infants-toddlers/ preschool age kids, but also have watched...
Alexandria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexandria Nannied for my infant son for about 8 months and has babysat for my older son who is five several times as well. She is incredibly sweet, absolutely loves babies & takes wonderful care of them too. I'd like to add my son was VERY fussy and she never let...
Kimberly H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a third year medical student and am looking for work. I would love to get you know you and your family!
I love kids and have had a variety of experiences caring for them. I have 7 nieces and nephews (2 y/o - 13 y/o) whom I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. Professionally, I babysat local kids as well as...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had a great experience working with Samantha. I hired her to watch my 5 month old while visiting Asbury Park from out of town. While my child was sleeping during the duration of her stay, she was punctual, a great communicator, reliable and genuinely seemed to...
Jolly B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the grandmother of two grandchildren. They are the love of my life. I am looking to supplement my income and feel that caring for children would be a great way to earn some extra money, while doing something I love. Safety is very important to me. I would spend quality time with your child or children, doing age appropriate...
5.0
"Pat is an outstanding caregiver. Her care skills are the best in any category you could dream up. She is dependable, trustworthy, caring and ever-present in her job. She kept my mother immaculate and I frequently found Pat holding my mother’s hand as they watched...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced, patient, and compassionate provider of nurturing, fun-filled, loving care. I come from a family where I am the oldest of 4 children, have experience of working with children of all ages, and have had many cultural opportunities from traveling, attending camps, and having the experience of having nannies in my own...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meghan volunteered for me and served as one of our volunteers for children's ministry at our local church. She was always willing to serve even if she wasn't on the schedule for that weekend. I have also served on a missions team with her and she really has a great...
Jennifer V.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am 24 years old and graduated Stevenson high school. I got my masters degree in Structual Engineering at IIT and currently work in my field. I have tutored many students but most of them graduated this year so I am looking for new opportunities. I am CPR certified. In Northbrook I worked when I was younger as a swim coach/...
Viktoriya can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Viktoriya worked with us for 2 weeks and kids loved her. She can engage kids well with activities and is very active. She is also very punctual."
Poornima N.
Shayley P.
Highwood, IL
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Shayley P. and I am an upcoming senior at the University of Missouri studying early childhood education. Working with children has always been a passion of mine and I have tons of work experience with children of ages ranging from newborn all the way to 12 years old. In high school, I worked at an after school care...
Shayley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Morgan N.
Grayslake, IL
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have babysat kids on and off in high school and I had a nanny growing up. My nanny truly made my summers when I was a kid, so I wanted to keep paying it forward! I was a lifeguard for the previous two summers so I am CPR and First Aid certified and I'm not afraid to get my hands dirty. I love being outside and having fun!...
Morgan can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Jennifer I have over 10 years of experience nannying for a wide range of families. I have my degree in Early Childhood Education. I also have certification in food handlers course. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I love to plan activities to keep children entertained. I am available before school,...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Chloe. I have been teaching middle school/4th Grade for the past 7 years. In 2017 I graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in and license to teach. For the past 10 years I have held many jobs in the childcare field. I love it. I have experience working with infants all the way up to...
Chloe can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Grace B.
Libertyville, IL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Full-time Child Care Provider, Bringing Positive Energy As Well As Reliable & Responsible Work Ethic
I have been working with children from the day I can remember. Having 3 younger brothers, I was always there to give an extra hand. I wanted to help in everything and anything. I started babysitting around age 10/11 for my siblings for short amounts of time, until I was around 14 was when I started being able to sit for other...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Jenna J.
Grayslake, IL
$25-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I graduated from Marquette University, with a bachelors in public relations and advertising with studies in early childhood development.
I am the eldest child. So, naturally I have always had that maternal caretaking abilities. I started babysitting/pet sitting in high school and really shifted my focus on nannying after I...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Cailin C.
Mundelein, IL
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Cailin and I attended ISU, majoring in Early Childhood Ed for 2 years. Afterwards, I majored in Sociology with a minor in Children's Studies. I left school during Covid to nanny and teach Pre-K at Primrose School of Long Grove.
I am very passionate about teaching and caring for children and would love to work...
Cailin can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I have over 20 of experience caring for children with disabilities. I worked as a case worker, counselor and a teacher. I have a certification to work with children with behavioral problems. I live in a Skokie Illinois
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Katie H.
Vernon Hills, IL
$14-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Katie, and I am 19 years old. I have my AA, and I am home for the semester. I have 4 years of experience with kids including nannying as well as leading camp groups. I currently work at a Kindercare, and I truly love spending my day with those kids. As I transition out of that role, mainly due to distance, I...
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I have worked with families for 20+ years. I have great experience and references and just looking to join and grow with a new family.
Sandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi! I have had the privilege of working with children for over 25 years, each day has been a gift and an incredible learning experience! I have an educational background and childhood education/development.
I'd describe my personality as fun, compassionate and super friendly.
I like working with kids because they teach me...
Kari can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Ana, and I bring over 20 years of experience caring for young children. Most recently, I had the privilege of looking after a 15-year-old boy from the time he was just 5 months old, as well as his 12-year-old sister. It was such a joy to be involved in their lives and to watch them grow, learn, and reach new...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ana has been a nanny for our son since 2010 (started when he was 6 months) and now cares for both our children (daughter is 18 months, son is now 4 1/2). She is the most loving, caring and gentle person and my children adore her. She is our "Nana". Ana is extremely...
Jessica K.
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Recent after school nanny reviews from local parents in Great Lakes, IL
Sydney W.
5.0
Sydney has been watching our 18m old since he was an infant. She takes such great care of him and he loves seeing her. They play together, she handles dinner, bath and bedtime; it’s always so smooth. She’s very reliable and a great person in general!
- Care member
Ashley R.
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 that she can offer to you and your...
- Alexandria S.
Alexandria D.
5.0
Alex took care of our daughter for 1.5 yrs - she became part of the family and took great care of our little girl from 8 months old to 2 yrs, and our newborn son from birth to 3 months! She is so kind, warm and always finds fun activities for the kids. Our little ones love her and we’re so glad...
- Care member
Samantha W.
5.0
I had a great experience working with Samantha. I hired her to watch my 5 month old while visiting Asbury Park from out of town. While my child was sleeping during the duration of her stay, she was punctual, a great communicator, reliable and genuinely seemed to enjoy children. I also spoke to her...
- Jolly B.
Patricia M.
5.0
Pat is an outstanding caregiver. Her care skills are the best in any category you could dream up. She is dependable, trustworthy, caring and ever-present in her job. She kept my mother immaculate and I frequently found Pat holding my mother’s hand as they watched TV.
- Care member
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