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Carinda L.

Experienced Child Care Worker Available For After-School Care & The Occasional Date/Weekend Night

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$61/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
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...

Emily H. says "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...

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Brianna S.

Experienced Loving Babysitter Available After School Hours

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
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.

Katherine O. says "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...

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Emma J.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi all my name is Emma! I am 25 years old and am living in Lincoln Park! I am currently a full time, school-based Speech Language Pathologist! I am looking for either after school or weekend babysitting jobs as well as possible summer nannying (full or part time!). I have extensive experience with children ages 3-13, as well as...

Monica L. says "Emma is enthusiastic, energetic, patient, and kind. She's responsible and dependable. She loves kids and they love her! I highly recommend Emma! "

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Rhonna P.

Experienced Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Victoria W.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
Hello! I have experience in childcare with Chicago Park District for 5 years and as a nanny/babysitter for 9 years. Helping with homework, after school activities, provide meals/meal prep along with household duties are a few of the things I do. I'm comfortable with pets and I have my own car. I am CPR certified as well, looking...

Toni D. says "Our family recently moved to Canton and we're looking for someone for Christmas occasional date nights. Victoria interviewed very well and my girls...

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Olivia R.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Patient, loving, and nurturing Nanny with experience caring for newborns and older. Skilled in creating fun, engaging and educational activities for all children. Encouraging children to be the best versions of themselves while assisting them with the activities they love and excel at. A brief rundown of my employment history;...

Care Member says "Olivia was wonderful! She helped watch our 2 and 4 year old boys during the work week. She took a lot of initiative in finding activities for our boys...

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Jeremy W.

Child Care Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I have been babysitting for 19 years, camp counseling for 6 summers and working as an after school teacher for 4 years. Roles include Site Director at YMCA, assistant camp director, and lead after school teacher. When I babysit, I like to play with toys and games, play sports outside, and do fun projects. I have scootered with...

David M. says "Jeremy was great with my son and daughter. He had activities planned and was very engaging. My kids had a blast and I would definitely hire him again."

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Stephanie P.

Fun Caregiver And Smile Officer! :)

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello! I am currently a third grade teacher with Chicago Public Schools. I have been teaching third grade for five years now. I also worked for two years on campus as a lead teacher at the YWCA of McLean County's child care program. There, I had worked with and cared for infants, toddlers, and school age children. I am social,...

Care Member says "Stephanie is very reliable and has an amazing connection with kids! My kids loved her and always looked forward to her fun activity’s! "

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Madison E.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I bring over 10 years of experience in child's care! My background includes working in a variety of settings such as after-school programs, summer camps, nannying, and daycare. I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages-from infants to teenagers-and managing the needs of multiple children at once. I am currently a...

Care Member says "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...

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Jayla L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Travel
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...

Essence J. says "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!"

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Katelyn R.

Attentive And Caring Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I was the nanny for one of the North Carolina senator's grandchildren for 4 years. Duties included picking up from school, taking to after school activities, homework, meals and meal prep, laundry, housework, playtime. I have babysat for several different families and different ages and needs including an autistic pre teen. I...

Care Member says "Katelyn was our nanny for 2 years. She was an excellent nanny. She built amazing relationships with both of my kids. She is responsible, helpful, kind,...

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Bahti K.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
In recent years I have babysat and nannied children from ages 7 months-12 years of age. My child care experience includes before and after school care, and overnight care in the client's home. Some of the activities I enjoy doing with the kids are homework help, reading books, playing outdoors, and simple yet creative arts and...
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Aleksandra B.

Full Time Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
I am a 48-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...

Ivan K. says "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,...

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Sarah H.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have two years work experience at a before and after school program, with summer and winter break programs. In charge of supervising, conducting activities and lessons, and caring for groups of 30+ elementary aged children. Two years experience of private babysitting. Children ages 3-12, experience driving children, preparing...

Jessica O. says "Sarah has been of great help to my family. She is prompt. She takes instruction well. My child loved having her around. I would strongly recommend her...

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Chiara P.

I'm An Empty Nester Looking For Work. I Love Kids And Can Do Minor House Chores, Help With Homework

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I was employed by Sitter City for a time, about 6 months to 1 year. For the past 6 years I have been volunteering for The After School Program sponsored by Living Water Community Church. I helped tutor Arts and Crafts and homework.

Rinku J. says "Simply put Chiara is amazing . Not only is she kind and caring, she also anticipates our needs and makes herself available outside of her regular hours. I...

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Julija S.

Part-Time Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I started babysitting for family at the age of 11 (while parents were home), at the age of 13, I began babysitting for family friends and family after school and on weekends. In the summer, I started babysitting full time. In high school when I began driving, I would nanny full time in the summer for families long term, as well...

Bailey D. says "Julija is a very caring and honest young woman. She is great with kids and would be recommended to anyone I know. She loves kids and is extremely...

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Sandra M.

Full-time Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I currently hold a position as a nanny for 2 wonderful children. I am looking for a new position because the kids will both be in school full-time and the hours are just not enough for me to continue on with them. Prior to this position, I have worked as a babysitter, a mother's helper, a daycare provider out of my home, a...

David F. says "Sandy has been with our family watching our 2 girls for almost 2 years. She has never let us down and has always been there for the girls. Sandy is also...

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Glenda W.

Experienced Child Care And Pet Care Provider

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Glenda, and I am an experienced babysitter, nanny, and childcare provider with 7 years of experience taking care of children (5 years with 5-12-year-olds, 2 years with toddlers 17 months - 3 years old), approximately 4. 5 years experience communicating with parents, and 2. 5 years experience doing gentle...

Care Member says "Glenda helps walk my FIL’s Yorkie poo, Mr. Man. She is kind, thorough and patient. Glenda is a huge source of support and piece of mind for our family....

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Cathy S.

Experienced Part Time Caregiver Available

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
I've worked as a nanny for more than 8 years, live in Rogers Park, have a clean driving record and a reliable car. I do not smoke. At nannying positions, my duties included picking up children from school, getting them home for a snack, then off to after-school activities and back home safely to help them with their homework. I...

Alok L. says "Cathy worked for our family for about 3 months, she picked up my daughter from school, drove her home and was very easy to work with. she followed...

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Michele D.

Experienced Career Nanny Available Monday And Friday As Well As Occasional Nights And Weekends

Chicago, IL

4.3(1)
from
$31/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
I am fully vaccinated, and up to date SIDs, CPR, AED, and first aid certification. I got my babysitting license/started babysitting at age 12. Then in high school I received my infant, toddler and school-age assistant/lead teaching licenses. From 2008-12 worked at child care centers, with children 6 weeks to 6th grade. In 2013 I...

Greg K. says "Michele was our nanny for two years we loved her! Extremely punctual and dependable."

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  • 193 after school child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.36/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated after school child care is 4.7

Recent after school child care reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL

After School Child Care in Chicago, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 88 reviews of the 193 listed after school child care

Carinda L.

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...

- Emily H.

Brianna S.

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...

- Katherine O.

Emma J.

Emma is enthusiastic, energetic, patient, and kind. She's responsible and dependable. She loves kids and they love her! I highly recommend...

- Monica L.

FAQs for after school child care in Chicago, IL

Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Chicago, IL through Care.com will cost an average of $21.36 per hour as of March 2026. 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.

Care.com currently has 193 after school child care providers in Chicago, 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.

As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Chicago, 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 Chicago, 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.

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