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60 after school babysitters are listed in Lake Forest, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Lake Forest, CA
Zoey L.
Lake Forest, CA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced caregiver with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My calm, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children of all ages. I have 10 years of childcare experience with children ranging from infants to 11-year-olds. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children and am experienced in a...
Tina R.
Lake Forest, CA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating young minds. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for caring for children. As a patient, calm, and creative individual, I strive to provide a safe and stimulating environment for your little one.
With...
Hey everyone!
I'm Carolina! I'm a student at Saddleback College, and I'm looking for a little extra cash while I continue earning my early childhood development credits. I love working with kids and hope to gain even more hands-on experience along the way.
I used to work in an after-school program with kids ages 5-12, where we...
Carolina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Angela H.
Lake Forest, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Nanny/Housekeeper: Building Strong Connections With Parents And Children
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Angela, a highly experienced Housekeeper/Nanny/Babysitter with over 10 years of diverse childcare expertise. I excel at creating a safe, nurturing, and empathic environment tailored to each family's unique needs and values.
Throughout my career, I have cared for children ranging from 4 months old to preteens, gaining a...
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Angela is the greatest person I ever seen for being a nanny/housekeeper. She never complains and always treat my babies so well. We have two kids 4 and 2 years old, which are at emotionally ages. She is always good at calming them down, playing with them and making...
Monica L.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for Care with 2 different families in the past 4 years through the pandemic and kids moving on to preschool. I enjoy watching children learn and grow. My strengths as a caregiver are that I am very reliable, trustworthy, hands on and caring. My goals are to engage your child and create a nurturing and educational...
Lucy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Lucy watched our daughter when she was the age of 3-4 months till she was 18 months, when we decided to put her in preschool. Lucy was great with our daughter, gave her bottles and did naps and read and played with her lots and took her to the park. When our...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Sarah and I am passionate about working with children and adolescents. I've been working with kids and teens since high school. I worked with young girls ages 5-12 as a cheer leading coach for around two years and I volunteered as an assistant high school cheer coach after I graduated high school. I helped a...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is great. She always comes prepared (even over prepared) to have fun with the kids. The kids are always excited to see what she has in her bags of toys.
She’s super responsible and diligent. Definitely an A+ sitter."
Care member
Shahnaz M.
Lake Forest, CA
$24-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I have raise 5 kids and have good experience with children.
Shahnaz can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Amy L.
Lake Forest, CA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've spent the last 12 years caring for children because I'm passionate about supporting families and making a positive impact on young lives. Approachable, patient, and creative, I have experience caring for children between the ages of 0 and 11. Whether we're playing educational games or reading stories, I'm dedicated to...
Amy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey parents!! I recently stopped working for an after school program. During my time there I was able to work with children ages 6-15 and enjoyed every bit of it. I attend college and aspire to work in a field with children. I also love animals so if you have one that would be an added bonus!!
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and absolutely love children. During high school I regularly babysat my teachers autistic 6-year-old, along with his premature foster baby. During college I nannied for multiple families with differing needs and ages. This included overnights, driving to school activities,...
Sydney can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Sydney is great with kids! She is out going and ready for some fun. She is very intelligent and can work around your crazy schedule. We intend to keep her as long as we can. We highly recommend her! "
Amanda K.
Hi! My name is Emma. I'm a freshman in college and I've been a babysitter for 4+ years now, I've always had a passion for working with kids. I've worked in an after-school daycare, had multiple nanny positions, and babysat extensively! I'm attending college to work towards my Elementary Education degree, with certification in...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Claudia G.
Lake Forest, CA
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun Mom, Boy Mom, Preschool Teacher Aid, Special Needs
I have 10+ years of experience. I am a mom of 2 boys, now ages 10 & 12. Currently working part-time as a teacher aide for preschool age children with special needs. I assist with supervising/assisting with preschool curriculum/activities, lunch/recess periods, potty training & diaper changing. I enjoy having fun with kiddos,...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I've nannied children from the ages of 6 months old to 13 years old. I'm comfortable with cooking for children, changing diapers, and playing games- whether it be hide and seek or outside in the park. I'm very reliable, my phone will always be on me in case of any emergencies.
Zeina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name's Lauren and I'm a 3rd year student at UC Davis. I love to work and engage with kids and am experienced with childcare. I have babysat for various families and family friends throughout the years as well as working at multiple children's camps. My most recent position was as a Camp Counselor/Lifeguard at a waterpark....
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lida A.
Lake Forest, CA
$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a caregiver, my drive comes from my profound passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With three years of experience, I excel at providing a safe and nurturing environment for your child. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to engage children in a variety of...
Brittany D.
Lake Forest, CA
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've cared for infants, young children, teens, and pets. I'm fun, kind, patient and caring. I will keep your children entertained with outside activities, toys, books and homework help. I'm a great listener, good at cleaning up, taking care of meals, potty training, CPR and safety.
Brittany can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families! I have over 15 years experience working with young children from newborns to teenagers. Whether it is volunteering at church in the Children's Ministry, raising my own children, or after school tutoring K-6th graders, I am absolutely passionate about our future adults. I am blessed to be a stay-at-home mother to...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer is awesome! She was available at the last minute, when my babysitter flaked! She's sweet, professional, and loves what she does! She's not the kind of sitter that needs to be told what to do. She just gets it! She's very organized and hands on! I will...
Suzanne H.
5.0
(3)
I have over two decades of paid childcare experience.
My sister was born when I was 10 and both my parents worked so I ended up caring for her a lot.
I then quickly became the go-to baby-sitter for the families on my street starting at age 11 & continuing through high school.
During community college I nannied and from that...
Maureen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maureen was not only an excellent nanny for our special needs daughter but became very much a part of our extended support circle and honorary family member. We wish we could have kept her forever but because we moved across the country, we were forced to let her...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have worked with children for 17 years. I started out working in a church nursery then began babysitting. After babysitting a while I began to also nanny. I have a 8-year-old at home as well so I am used to having a child at any given moment. I am attentive, positive, patient, and caring. I am hands on and love to interact...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My daughter loves Taylor so much. She was like a big sister to her. She is already asking when Taylor can come back over again."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a responsible, upbeat, and friendly individual with years of experience in childcare. I worked in the Irvine Unified School District as a behavior technician. These years have shaped me into the dynamic, reliable, and caring individual that I am now. Additionally, I have looked after children when their parent's go out for...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Hannah is always early and punctual. She is very friendly and always wanting to make new friends. She has always babysat at church or neighbors in town. If you want a babysitter she is trustworthy and always putting needs of families first!"
Katharine M.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, CA
Angela H.
5.0
Honest, knowledgeable, work hard, detail oriented, organized
- Care member
Lucy S.
5.0
Lucy watched our daughter when she was the age of 3-4 months till she was 18 months, when we decided to put her in preschool. Lucy was great with our daughter, gave her bottles and did naps and read and played with her lots and took her to the park. When our daughter started solids, Lucy helped...
- Care member
Sarah H.
5.0
Sarah is great. She always comes prepared (even over prepared) to have fun with the kids. The kids are always excited to see what she has in her bags of toys.
She’s super responsible and diligent. Definitely an A+ sitter.
- Care member
Sydney T.
5.0
Sydney has been with our family for nearly a year now, and sadly my little one is starting preschool so our needs have changed. Crossing my fingers she will still be up for doing date nights though. ;)
What to say about her? Well simply put, she is exactly what you hope to find in a sitter,...
- Kimberly B.
Jennifer A.
5.0
Jennifer is awesome! She was available at the last minute, when my babysitter flaked! She's sweet, professional, and loves what she does! She's not the kind of sitter that needs to be told what to do. She just gets it! She's very organized and hands on! I will definitely call her again! Jennifer is...
- Suzanne H.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Lake Forest, CA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Lake Forest, CA?
You can review 16 after school babysitter profiles near you in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Lake Forest, CA is $21.00. 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, CA.
Ratings for Lake Forest, CA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
After School Babysitters in Lake Forest, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.