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I'd describe my personality as nurturing , loving and supportive
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with friends and family , going on walks and exploring the beautiful nature that we live in
One thing you should know about me is that I walk into every home with open arms , a cheerful attitude, and a positive outlook on...
Anna A.
Eureka, CA
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Seeking An Awesome Family Searching For An Honest And Reliable Nanny!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a hard working, honest, & reliable person seeking a family to establish a connection with! Based on previous experiences, I have found that respect & communication are essential for a successful nanny-family relationship. I have a variety of experience caring for children ranging from infants to kids 6+ years, frequently...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Anna makes me feel that my child is safe with her. She has a firm yet sweet and humorous approach to my son, which matches my son's character really well. I like the way she ensures she meets my son on his intelligence level that day. Anna comes up with strategies...
Natasha F.
Danielle R.
Eureka, CA
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love taking care of and nurturing children. I've worked with all ages, from infants to middle school for 15+ years. I have a positive attitude, good energy and like to have fun! I like to keep things new and exciting, with games, art and science projects, books and other resources. Let's have some fun!!
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Danielle has been working with our family for a couple of months now and we absolutely adore her! She has been wonderful with our son, taking care of everything and anything he needs. She has him active, engaged and having the best time every day she comes to help...
Jillian K.
Over my life I have worked in many capacities that involved caring for children. I have served as an Elementary school teacher, nanny, babysitter, pet sitter, house sitter, after school care provider, teaching assistant, and camp counselor. As the oldest out of 7 kids I can confidently say that your children will be a piece of...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jennifer S.
Eureka, CA
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with over a year of experience in caring for children. My passion for working with children stems from my desire to make a positive impact on their lives by providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment. I have a calm and patient demeanor, which allows me to...
Shayna T.
Rio Dell, CA
$14-19/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm very good with kids and have always been the one my family goes to for babysitting:)
Shayna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been in many varying forms of caregiving over the last 10+ years. I started as an aide to 2-5 yo with Neurodivergence specializing in Autism in 2011. I also worked for an after school program in Austin for about a year before they retired the program which included helping with a children's play production. Since then I've...
Cara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cara was a great communicator, punctual, personable, and took great care of my two twin girls. She is a natural with children, and very comfortable to work with. I would definitely hire her again and plan to!"
Lauren H.
My name is Madelyn, I am a 21-year-old student at College of the Redwoods. I have been working in childcare for as long as I can remember as I have been a babysitter since the age of 12. Professionally I have gotten the chance to work as a nanny, paraprofessional, and an after school aide. I am currently going to school to...
Madelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Sam G.
Arcata, CA
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing children's development and helping them reach their full potential. For the past 2. 5 years, I have been working as a Paraprofessional and After School Leader in local Humboldt county elementary schools. Through this work, I've honed my skills in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating...
Hello, my name is Angela,
I love kids and animals and have been looking after them since I was 11. Before I was a camp counselor at St. Dorothys Camp and Retreat Center, I was a CIT at CYO Summer Camp, I lead activities through programs at YES Nature to Neighborhoods, and I was a babysitter for a few years in high school. I...
Angela can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 10+ years of experience. I started babysitting when I was 15 and since then I've done it off and on. I've nannied, worked at an after school program, and babysat in between. I can help with Travel, cleaning, and cooking/Meal Preparation.
Joely can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Charlotte L.
Eureka, CA
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
College Student With Experience With Children Of All Ages Professionally And Personally.
I am a graduate of Eureka High School and a current Cal Poly Humboldt student and psychology major. I have experience with children from babies up to age 12 through experience with my siblings and cousins and being hired as a babysitter as well as professional experience as a Summer Camp Coordinator at Flips For Kids working...
Charlotte can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Chloe K.
Arcata, CA
$18-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
As a nurturing and dedicated childcare provider with seven years of experience, my passion for caring for children stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I witnessed the positive impact I could have on their lives. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creative and imaginative nature, allows me to engage...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hi, my names Zowie I have 5 years of experience babysitting. I started babysitting my cousins at 14 and continued babysitting with other families and their kids up until now. I am more than happy to help with any sort of cleaning, errands, homework help and anything else needed.
Zowie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
I am a loving and outgoing mom of two children, a 4-year-old and 5-month-old. I have three years in caring for children as well a caregiver for the elderly. I have a passion for helping and caring for others. I come from a background in healthcare with being a CNA for the last 3 years. Pursing a Registered Nursing career in the...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Christine P.
Eureka, CA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I started working with kids in 2010, after I graduated high school in 2009.
In my spare time, I like to be outside with my 4. 5-year-old twin boys - the beach, the redwoods. I like to read, listen to music, and cook food.
Eden M.
Eureka, CA
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. With over a decade of experience, I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, up to 12 years old. I'm skilled at enforcing household rules, and I always follow the parents' lead.
My creative and imaginative personality...
Taylor D.
Arcata, CA
$10-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name's Taylor and I love children and am hoping to eventually have a career working with children. I have experience working with children with both intellectual and physical disabilities, and grew up babysitting. Currently I work as a special education paraprofessional at an elementary school, and I have experience...
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Hi! I am Ava I have been nannying and babysitting since I was 13! I'm a college student and I grew up in humboldt! I love kids and have experience with infants all the way up to preteens! I have stable transportation and a flexible schedule! I am high energy enough for enthusiast kids, but also know how to settle kids down. I...
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has over 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional tasks, if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum supervision is...
Marissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Trustline Certified
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Fortuna, CA
Anna A.
5.0
Anna makes me feel that my child is safe with her. She has a firm yet sweet and humorous approach to my son, which matches my son's character really well. I like the way she ensures she meets my son on his intelligence level that day. Anna comes up with strategies for them to work in cooperation...
- Natasha F.
Danielle R.
5.0
Danielle has been working with our family for a couple of months now and we absolutely adore her! She has been wonderful with our son, taking care of everything and anything he needs. She has him active, engaged and having the best time every day she comes to help us. We are so grateful for her...
- Jillian K.
Cara T.
5.0
Cara was a great communicator, punctual, personable, and took great care of my two twin girls. She is a natural with children, and very comfortable to work with. I would definitely hire her again and plan to!
- Lauren H.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Fortuna, CA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Fortuna, CA?
You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Fortuna, 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 Fortuna, CA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Fortuna, CA is $17.00. 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 Fortuna, 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 Fortuna, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Fortuna, 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 Fortuna, CA can really come in handy.
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