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60 after school babysitters are listed in Aptos, CA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Aptos, CA
Madison S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I Am A Recent UC Berkeley Grad Looking For Child Care Opportunities.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently looking for families to babysit and/or private tutor for in Santa Cruz.
I have experience as a profession tutor and elementary after school teacher at Lazear Charter Academy. I've worked with kids for over 8 years now. I worked for the Alameda parks and recreation department for four summers, leading games...
Madison can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madison is awesome! My daughter is 10 and absolutely loves her adventures with Madison. And, I love how punctual, dependable and responsible she is to work with. Madison will help with homework and pick up and drop off for scheduled activities. She also plans great...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Sira and I am currently caring for a 15-month-old boy in Santa Cruz. I have done drop in care, overnight care, newborn care, morning and afternoon care with kids all ages. I have 40 years of experience with caring for children of all ages. I am reliable, flexibly, consistent, caring, diligent & understand my...
Sira can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sira did a great job with our 9 month old. She was very attentive and kind. She knew exactly how to do everything to care for her. Would definitely recommend."
Care member
Heather B.
Capitola, CA
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Engaging, Kind And Experienced Nanny/Babysitter With Decades Of Experience.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as friendly, nurturing and quick-witted.
I like working with kids because they are inspiring and I enjoy having an impact on their well being.
I'm looking for a job that is the right fit! I worked as a nanny for many years when I was younger and have been working with children and newborns as a...
5.0
"Heathers last minute availability was so appreciated. She put me and baby at ease immediately. My 9 month old did very well with her and I felt at complete ease. Overall a positive experience! "
Care member
Eleanor D.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Eleanor! I'm 23 and living in santa cruz after graduating from san diego state university! I work at Santa Cruz County Outdoor Science School as a naturalist during the school year and am currently working at a restaurant part time! I am mostly looking for babysitting jobs either one time or consistently for date...
Eleanor can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi(: I hope my profile finds you well, my names Lindsay I'm from Santa Cruz California and in my time living here I've done many different care programs from working in my churches daycare I attended as a young adult to babysitting. My current job for the last 2 years of my adult career has been in the school system I'm...
Lindsay can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Elizabeth V.
Scotts Valley, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Mom Of Three, Specializing In Newborn Care Incl. Care For New Moms
Hello there!Like many young girls of my time, I started babysitting at age 11. I worked three jobs in high school: daycare at First Lady Spa, I ran the after-school care program at my K-12 school for children from K-6th grade for 3 years, and I was a private nanny for an active family with three children for 5 years. Once I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello, my name is Lauren, I am 28 years old and I have 10 years of experience in taking care of children. I can help with light housekeeping, homework help, crafts, cooking food, and driving to after-school activities. I have watched children between the ages of 3 months-12 years. I have a very upbeat personality and love...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Roxanne H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a recent college graduate with a bachelors of science in nursing and recently received my RN. I am looking for a babysitting position in the Santa Cruz area while I am looking for a RN position. I have had over 6 years experience working as a babysitter and nanny to kids from age 6 mo to 12 yo. I have experience with kids...
Roxanne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Valeria A.
Soquel, CA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about providing safe and nurturing care for children, thanks to my positive experiences in past babysitting roles. I strive to make a positive impact on their lives and support families by offering reliable childcare. My patient, calm, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children easily. I'm...
Jai B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jai (Jay). I'm 31 and from Santa Cruz, CA. Over the past 15 years I've had the pleasure of working with multiple families to provide childcare for kids of all ages! I have a BA in Studio Art from UC Davis and used to teach art at a few elementary schools here in Santa Cruz. I bring my creative side to nannying!...
Jai can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hannah H.
Soquel, CA
$41/hr • 10 yrs exp
Preschool Teacher And Doula Looking For Families To Work With!
Hello! I have more than 10 years of experience working with children and have spent the past few splitting my time between teaching preschool and working as a postpartum doula. My passion is working with babies, toddlers and preschoolers. I welcomed my own first baby in February of this year!
I love to cook and am happy to do...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Jessica V.
Watsonville, CA
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi my name is Jessica. I'm a mother of one funny and amazing child. I have recently worked with parents who need an extra hand with their children and I've been tutoring them, taking them to their after school activities, and also date nights. I took Early Childhood Education classes at Cabrillo College, California (12 units)...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Amity W.
Santa Cruz, CA
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 23 years old and live in Santa Cruz for school. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have 6 younger siblings so I've grown up taking care of children since I was little. I worked in a daycare for 3 years watching children from 6 months to 12 years old. After that, I went on to babysitting and some...
Amity can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sierra R.
Santa Cruz, CA
$28/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello!
I am a fun, energetic, responsible person who has worked with children and childcare for years. I love children, and have a blast spending time with them in personal and professional capacities. I have worked in summer camps for kids, as well as had a variety of babysitting jobs since middle school. In college, I took...
Sierra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have experience sitting for my 2 younger cousins during family trips. I have a valid driver's license for transportation, have cared for pets for years, and have housekept for a household of 3 teens for a year.
I am reliable in taking care of children, whether it be keeping them out of trouble, helping with homework, keeping...
Lacey can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Trinidad V.
Soquel, CA
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey,
I've been working in childcare for over four years, and I'm really passionate about helping families and making sure their kids are well cared for. I'm calm and friendly, which helps kids feel comfortable around me.
I focus on learning through fun, whether it's indoor games or outdoor activities. I love getting kids...
Trinidad can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mary Ann V.
Capitola, CA
$30/hr • 12 yrs exp
As a caring and experienced childcare professional with over a decade of experience, I have a deep passion for nurturing children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I thrive on the opportunity to support families and provide reliable childcare solutions.
My patient and...
Mary Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Karina G.
Watsonville, CA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and loving.
I like working with kids because I enjoy watching them grow and learn new things. I teach them new things and they teach me new things. Every child is different and I enjoy spending time with them.
I started working with kids when I was 18 years old. I am currently...
Karina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Mara B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I've been a nanny for 10 years now I can care for children in different age groups from infants to school age.
I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable safe while having fun!
I love to explore the outdoors, play and get messy with them, help them reach their milestones with fun activities :)
I want to...
Mara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Jasmina C.
Watsonville, CA
$19-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have raised 2 children of my own as well as taking care of younger cousins since an early age and part time babysitting for 2 years . I am currently working as a Physical Therapy assistant and looking for PM / after school child care . I am also available in the evenings . I am
responsible , well read, creative and fun .
Jasmina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Aptos, CA
Madison S.
5.0
Madison is great! She is prompt, friendly, easy to communicate with and my daughter enjoys learning from her.
- Care member
Sira T.
5.0
Sira is amazing with my 20mo old son. She is the perfect balence of fun, letting explore and keeping him safe. He lives his days with her!
- Kate M.
Heather B.
5.0
Heathers last minute availability was so appreciated. She put me and baby at ease immediately. My 9 month old did very well with her and I felt at complete ease. Overall a positive experience!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Aptos, CA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Aptos, CA?
You can review 18 after school babysitter profiles near you in Aptos, CA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Aptos, CA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Aptos, CA is $20.67. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Aptos, CA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Aptos, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Aptos, CA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Aptos, CA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Aptos, CA?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Aptos, CA.