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60 after school babysitters are listed in Columbia, MD
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Columbia, MD
Sarah T.
Columbia, MD
$20/hr • 15 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am an Early Childhood Educator. I have been a teacher for HCPSS for 11 years. I have my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Master's degree in Reading Education. I am passionate about working and caring for young children! My availability for nannying and babysitting would be...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Cayla C.
Columbia, MD
$19-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've spent the last six years caring for children because I have a passion for helping them learn and grow. As a patient, calm, and creative individual, I enjoy providing a supportive and nurturing environment for kids. I have experience caring for children from 0 to 11 years old and can comfortably care for up to three children...
Hi!
I have been working with children for a little over two years mostly in childcare centers. I am infant and toddler certified, CPR and first aid certified. I have experienced with all age groups as well as special needs children.
I'm currently pursuing a nursing degree with the goal of becoming a pediatric nurse. enjoy...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amara A.
Laurel, MD
$19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekday Mornings Monday-Friday
5.0
(13)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Amara! A wife of a veteran and mom of two awesome kids. I am very passionate about what I do. I am a reliable and a dedicated person who loves kids and want to assist in their growth. I truly prioritize the children I look after. Being a mom I understand how important it is to find the right person to trust your...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My 18 month old has been with Amara for almost two months now. Only a couple weeks in she is now excited to be dropped off which definitely eased my mind because She's never been with anyone else but me. She follows her schedule which is really nice with a little...
Jasmine S.
Mariam R.
Catonsville, MD
$15-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
patience, decision making, positive. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow . Baby sitter available.
5.0
"She is the best thing to ever happen to our family. She loves our son as much as we do and is committed to helping him reach those newborn milestones. Her place is beautiful, clean and very organized as well as having many different play stations and toys for all...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I have more than 8 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I was an au pair for 2 years and after that experience I continued working taking care of babies, toddlers and teenagers. I have also experience tutoring in Spanish and kids party animation. I feel very comfortable working with kids and I know a lot...
Julieta can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"This was our first time hiring someone to help with kids and it was an overall AMAZING experience with Julieta! She is warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease, from the beginning. She gave us updates via text,...
Care member
Jacqueline N.
Ellicott City, MD
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jacqueline . I am a junior honors college student at UMBC. I currently have 4 years of child care experience with a wide range of ages. I have been CPR and first aid certified since I was 15. I have applied that training as a lifeguard for 5 summers. I understand that every child is different and I tailor my...
Jacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Jacqueline during her winter break from college to assist with our daughter. Jacqueline was wonderful! She was kind, prompt, professional and very reliable. She was willing to be flexible when schedules were unpredictable. We were sorry to only have...
Amy K.
Adrienne G.
Laurel, MD
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun and very loving child care provider. I started out working at a daycare for 4 years and moved on to working for before and after care for Howard Recs and Parks. Taking care of children is something I'm extremely passionate about. I also am CPR and First Aid certified. One of my favorite things about babysitting...
Adrienne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is great with kids. My child is in love with her because she greats fun activities with them and also involves education with her. She is the best babysitter to have!!"
Natalia G.
5.0
(1)
I have over 20 years of experience in caring for children. I've managed a family child care and hold my bachelor's degree in child development from Central Michigan University. I have live-in and live out nanny experience, along with travel and newborn care.
I love to be outdoors, create fun and engaging activities for children...
Melody can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melody is fantastic! She is so trustworthy and warm. My one year old daughter opened up to her almost immediately despite my daughter’s feeling nervous with new people. My kids are safe and happy with her. Melody is an expert, role models kindness, and is gifted...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a dual Bachelors degree from the University of Maryland in Healthcare administration and Communication as well as an Associates in Early Childhood Education from Montgomery college and have 15 years experience teaching children. I have worked with many different families to create an enriching environment in my family day...
Terri can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Terri provided enriching care for my three children for two consecutive summers. She is creative and caring. She took them on all kinds of adventures from hikes to museums. She did art projects, summer tutoring, swim lessons, reading and much more. She watched our...
Sharon G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children and adolescents for nine years from the ages of 5-21. Majority of my experience is with children with special needs. Additionally, I have experience with infants and toddlers. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. I am reliable, outgoing, and very patient! I enjoying reading, stilt walking,...
Anika can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anika served as a part-time caregiver for my children. She cared for my two daughters; ages 1 and 3. I highly recommend her for future employment. She was very dependable and I feel blessed to have her as a part of my children's lives. Anika has a kind heart. She...
Kelly M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a first-year college student at George Washington University. I am 18 years old and from the DMV area. I have experience with babysitting toddlers and young and young ages for a few years. I have experience babysitting children with autism and ADHD as well. I enjoy spending time with children and engaging and creating...
Simona can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Our 18 month old daughter loved Simona! We needed last minute care and she was able to help on short notice. She was also able to get our daughter down for a long nap without a bottle which we haven't been able to do ourselves. She spent lots of time outside with...
Iesha H.
Jennifer D.
Windsor Mill, MD
$15-20/hr • 11 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Ms. Jen! It's So Nice To Meet You. Please Feel Free To Reach Out And Ask And Questions.
5.0
(6)
HI! I have been a Nanny for 7+ years now. The first family I worked with was when I was 19. They had a 3 yr old, 1 yr old, & a newborn that I cared for in 2016, while getting a degree in Early Childhood Development. From there I worked at The Young School, & then at Children's Manor Montessori. After that, I had my first son...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Jen is great with kids. She really cares about a well-rounded experience for both kids and parents alike. Not only do the kiddos get to socialize and play, but they also are learning through play! "
Care member
Makaila F.
Burtonsville, MD
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi families
My name is Makaila & I am (hopefully) your next babysitter. I am currently a full time nanny for a wonderful 18-month-old boy who I've been with since he was 2 months old. I am back on Care. com to find some new families for date night sitting, also to find something recurring for after work hours.
I have been in...
Makaila can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Makaila was so sweet and gentle with my newborn. Her calming personality is a wonderful influence on my son.
She was always on time and easy to communicate with. I'm glad we'll get to have her sit periodically because our kids love her!"
Jillian M.
5.0
(1)
Hello Family and friends! I am still babysitting mornings/nights (during the week) and weekends. I am currently in a Masters Program so I do have classes and internships on certain days. For any questions, comments or concerns please reach out to me. I forward to hearing from you !
Nadia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Nadia is very responsible and she truly enjoys doing fun activities with kids. She cared for my three kids and they were always happy to see her and are fond of her. I would seek her services again"
Patty C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as a caring person, loving individual and a dedicated care giver..
I like working with kids because I love kids, and I like to contribute in their development...
I'm looking for a job that has a lot of compassion et benefits toward kids and their families.
I started working with kids when I started...
5.0
"Sokoni was able to build a safe space as soon as she walked through the door. Took my kids to the park and was a great help around the house. I am looking forward to working with Sokoni in the future. "
Michael J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a student at UMB looking for occasional babysitting during the day or for a date night!
I have five years of experience with children ages 6-13, including children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I currently work with adolescents with autism in helping them build skills for independence in their homes...
Simone can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Simone immediately hit it off with our four year old daughter and two year old son. Within 30 minutes of her interview starting, both kids were playing happily with her. That's really rare for them because they don't always take quickly to new people. We have had...
Eric T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Tina. I am currently NOT available for any childcare at this time. Thank you for your interest in my skills and may you find a caregiver who is a perfect match for you and your child(ren).
I am a friendly, loving, caring, fair, playful, and firm caregiver who loves children and helping them learn and...
Sethatina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We had the pleasure of working with Tina for 9 months starting when our daughter was 3 months old. The only reason we stopped employment is that we always planned to have our daughter in a full time daycare at 1 years old. We were lucky to have her under our...
Angela M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was in high school. Many of the kids I have babysat enjoy active playing outside. I love to run around with the kids and play tag, hide-and-seek, what time is it Mr. Fox, etc... I taught tennis to juniors for 7 years and played DIII tennis in college. I also enjoy indoor entertainment such as...
Casey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Casey is an amazing babysitter. For the last 4 years, she has babysat my 7 and 5 year old. She is by far their favorite babysitter. She is positive, energetic, caring and responsible. She has the ability to engage and entertain my kids for hours. She is also smart,...
Whitney R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for children in both a summer camp and daycare setting, ages 3-13 for 5+ years.
I have cared for ages birth-12 years old, individually and with up to 4 siblings, for 10+ years.
I have experience as a tutor for elementary age children, I have developed preschool and afterschool curriculum, and I have...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We have four kids, age 2 thru 8 years old. The kids love Olivia because she is fun and always are excited when Olivia babysits. Also she is everything we as parents from a babysitter. Highly recommend!"
Ally A.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Columbia, MD
Amara A.
5.0
Amara is great, both of our kids throughly enjoy her!
- Care member
Mariam R.
5.0
Mariam is an excellent babysitter. My daughter loves her, she is very nice, reliable, organized and efficient in taking care of children. I highly recommend her and will definitely contact her if I need a babysitter in the future.
- Wedad F.
Julieta O.
5.0
This was our first time hiring someone to help with kids and it was an overall AMAZING experience with Julieta! She is warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease, from the beginning. She gave us updates via text, to keep us updated, and did fun...
- Care member
Jacqueline N.
5.0
Jacqueline has been a wonderful babysitter for our family! Our three year old and one year old just adore her, and look forward to her coming each time. She is very interactive with the kids, and does a great job getting everyone to bed on schedule. I feel very confident leaving Jaqueline in any...
- Ashley J.
Adrienne G.
5.0
She is great with kids. My child is in love with her because she greats fun activities with them and also involves education with her. She is the best babysitter to have!!
- Natalia G.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Columbia, MD
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Columbia, MD?
You can review 43 after school babysitter profiles near you in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Columbia, MD is $19.28. 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 Columbia, MD?
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 Columbia, MD on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Columbia, MD?
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 Columbia, MD.
Ratings for Columbia, MD after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in Columbia, MD are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.