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Lana I.
Cypress, CA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.7
(13)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm a very passionate and loving nanny! I started out babysitting my moms friends kids than a few families around me! I love taking on all child care responsibilities! Like doing household chores, making meals for the children/provide learning activities for toddlers, and willing to drive kids to activities, and many more!...
Lana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Lana has watched my children many times, sometimes on last minute's notice. She is always on time and I don't even think twice about leaving my babies with her. She is nurturing, well mannered and a great role model for my kids. Lana is focused and driven, even at...
Brionne K.
5.0
(2)
Most recent jobs: I worked full time in CO in 2019 for 3 children for 2 consecutive years. During COVID I helped the oldest (6) with homework & took care of the newborn and 2-year-old.
I moved to Oahu in 2021 and started for a family of 3 girls, who had a 4th 6 months later. I started w/ them in April 2021, & then I moved with...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Julia is very dependable and reliable. My kids love when they get to spend time with her. Whenever she watches them they are always excited and she is making sure any of my request for that time are done and taken care of before we return home."
Elyse D.
Megan H.
Long Beach, CA
$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a Long Beach native. I am very active in my church and have provided childcare during church events for a few years. I have experienced with watching more than one child at a time and juggling concurrent activities. I have experience with safely bathing toddlers and bedtime routines. The children range in age from 4-12...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Megan was very quick to respond and communicate. She was prompt and very flexible. She helped me to dog sit my new rescue doggy and my dog really liked her. Will hire her again. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of 2 children, one with special needs. As an elementary teacher for 30 years, I have experience supervising and interacting with children from TK - grade 5 and most recently I have helped take care of 6-month-old babies. I am professional, punctual, nurturing, honest and fun! Music, games and educational...
Virginia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Virginia has sat for our 6 mo son and 2.5 yo daughter for a few months. They love her so much. She plays with them, brings activities to play with, and takes them for walks outside. She has also sat for all 6 of our children for date nights, ages range from 6 mo to...
Megan D.
Holly M.
Long Beach, CA
$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Holly. I have an Associates Degree in Child Development, as well as multiple Early Childhood Education certificates. I've worked in a Preschool/Childcare setting for over 9 years. Before nannying, I taught multiple Pre-K classrooms and was the Assistant Director of a Private Preschool. I am First Aid and CPR...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Holly was our full time nanny from July 2019 to May 2022 caring for our two young daughters. She started with our family when my youngest was 18 months old and Holly was such a great fit for our family. She is caring, nurturing, and loving. We never worried...
Paola C.
Anna W.
Long Beach, CA
$20/hr • 20 yrs exp
Experienced Loving Babysitter With Over 18 Years Experience With Children From Infancy To Age 12.
5.0
(2)
As a nurturing caregiver with 20 years of experience, I'm passionate about children's growth and development. My patient and calm personality allows me to create a safe and nurturing environment where children thrive. I keep parents updated on their child's day through regular updates and follow their preferred communication...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Anna for over twenty years and know that she is dependable and a caring person. She is raising an amazing child and am impressed her patients and adaptability. I don't have kids myself but if I did I would feel no hesitation to have Anna take care of...
Shanna W.
Brenda D.
Garden Grove, CA
$25-41/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a Postpartum Doula & Newborn Care Specialist. In the past I have had experience working with children for 15 years as a nanny and Early Childhood Education Teacher. I have a strong passion for making sure children learn, are happy, and safe while in my care! I have worked with children with Autism, ADHD, and ADD and...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Brenda to watch our newborn for the first three months of her life. She watched our baby girl overnight. Brenda was very dependable patient and loving with our baby girl. She ensure that I got my rest and was up-to-date on all the information I needed in...
Jessica W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 25 years experience working with children all ages. I worked at a day care for 7 years caring for infants and toddlers. I have experience working with children in the spectrum, experience working as a Nanny, Mothers helper.. I can cook, do light cleaning Do activities arts and crafts with the children. I enjoy doing what...
Georgina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Georgina is top notch childcare and worth her rate. Her positive, intuitive energy made me feel confident to leave my baby girl with her. Whatever new likes, foods, dislikes my toddler throws our way, Georgina aces it. She sings along to song playlists, too!...
Gabrielle R.
5.0
(21)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Josefina I have 30 years of experience working for many families and I have enjoy every second of it. And looking forward help more families that need help taking care of their kids. I'm loving and kind and reliable happy person. Also I'm CPR certified and know psychology and nutrition and physical therapy, and I sign...
Josefina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Josie has been watching our 8month old son for a couple months and we love her. She truly cares about children and our son lights up when he sees her. We know our son is in good hands with her!"
Brittany H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Jocelyn, 30 years old. I am seeking a part-time summer job (until August 20th), or open to one-time jobs. I have six-plus years of experience with children and infants as I was a former Newborn Hearing Technician at Long Beach Memorial and UCI Medical Center. I currently work full-time (3 days/12 hours) as a patient...
Jocelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Mireya M.
Long Beach, CA
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Mireya, I am currently looking to continue my work journey as a Nanny. I have 20 + years of experience in the field of Child Development 5 of those years as a Nanny. I teach through everyday play, read, and always engage in conversation. I believe children grow happy and healthy when in a positive and loving...
Mireya can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Mrs. M is caring and wonderful. She has an education background she uses to teach children. she taught our children by reading. she taught Spanish. She went above and beyond to treat our children as her own! She is still close with our children and we would love to...
Care member
Experience in working with middle schoolers in an afters school program. Also have previous experience babysitting 1-year-olds, toddlers, and kids. Interests with entertaining kids include simple arts & crafts, reading, basic cooking, games, and spending time outdoors (i. e. go to the playground).
Darlene can also help with: Carpooling
Hello parents my name is Zach. I am currently a freshman at Long Beach State university studying business marketing. I am originally from Northern California but am here in southern California for school. I have over 2 years experience working with children as a summer camp counselor/ after school aid for children. I am very...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kianna R.
Long Beach, CA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi all! My name is Kianna and I am a current Social Work student. This past spring I received my associates degree in Prep. for Allied health and have my CNA license and CPR/First Aid certifications. I have previously worked at an after school tutoring program (2years), focused on elementary school students, grades 1-6th...
Kianna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
I have 5 years of experience working with children. I have worked with children in a preschool setting, daycare setting, and after-school programs. I have also done babysitting! I can help with Crafts and Laundry. I recently helped with behavioral therapy for kids with special needs. Familiar with kids of all ages and up to date...
Lucero can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
I'm very outgoing and I love kids a lot! All of my jobs sense I been out of high school has been working with kids. I've worked at many after school programs as well as Pre schools. I love what I do and I don't want to do anything else besides work with kids.
Tyra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Robert A.
Whittier, CA
$10-15/hr
Would watch over my younger neighbors in middle school and high school. I supervised and helped with some homework and after we would go outside and play basketball or whatever sport/activity they wanted to play that day.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emily! I am an alum of Biola University where I graduated with a degree in Intercultural Studies. During my time in college, I worked as a nanny/babysitter for multiple families as well as worked as the Assistant Children's Director for a church in Newport Beach, CA. I currently run an after school program with...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Being a part of a big family meant always helping out with the little ones, which fostered a personal love for children. I have years and years of experience watching children of all ages (from newborns through teenagers), teaching children at Fashion Camp and after school enrichment programs, to obtaining my bachelors degree in...
I'm an older sister with 6 younger siblings, so I've been helping take care of kids of multiple ages since I was a child myself! Anything from dressing, to transportation and homework help I'm familiar with.
I graduated in 2020 with a Bachelors in Animation and minor in Writing, so anything arts, crafts and writing is my...
Valentina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in La Palma, CA
Lana I.
5.0
Lana is kind, patient, and dependable. She potty-trained our twins (one boy and one girl) which was an amazing feat. They loved having her as their nanny and ask for her to visit all the time.
- Yvonne R.
Julia T.
5.0
Julia is very dependable and reliable. My kids love when they get to spend time with her. Whenever she watches them they are always excited and she is making sure any of my request for that time are done and taken care of before we return home.
- Elyse D.
Megan H.
5.0
Megan was very quick to respond and communicate. She was prompt and very flexible. She helped me to dog sit my new rescue doggy and my dog really liked her. Will hire her again.
- Care member
Virginia B.
5.0
Mrs. Virginia was hired as a tutor mid-year for my 5th grader. She works with her two hours each day and was able to hit the ground running. She is flexible, fun and compassionate but firm when needed. I appreciate her professionalism and dedication, my child has learned so much and become a more...
- Monique D.
Holly M.
5.0
Holly was our full time nanny from July 2019 to May 2022 caring for our two young daughters. She started with our family when my youngest was 18 months old and Holly was such a great fit for our family. She is caring, nurturing, and loving. We never worried about our children in her care. She...
- Paola C.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in La Palma, CA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in La Palma, CA?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in La Palma, 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 La Palma, CA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in La Palma, CA is $16.50. 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 La Palma, 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 La Palma, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in La Palma, 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 La Palma, CA can really come in handy.
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