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Bahar P.
Los Altos, CA
$35/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Have Worked Neonatal Intensive Care Unit At Hospitals As A Baby Nurse For 4years
I have worked in neonatal intensive care unit at hospital for 4years as a baby nurse . I have been providing baby care training to mothers I love spending time with babies I would happy that families feel comfortable and able to trust me while I take care of their apple of eyes .
Patricia N.
Los Altos, CA
$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 4 years of experience with little kids (newborn to 4 years old), Spanish is my first language and speak little English. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Laundry and love pets.
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Hi I'm Leah! I have had many fun years of experience from taking care of and hanging out with my younger sisters who are ages 4 and 6. Some things that we enjoy doing together are playing board games, doing all sorts of sports outside, going swimming, dancing around to their favorite songs, driving them to go get ice cream, and...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Sara C.
Los Altos, CA
$22-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with four years of experience, passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My goal is to create a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and thrive. I'm committed to open communication with parents and believe in working together to ensure the best care...
Carolina U.
Los Altos, CA
$26/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a natural-born caregiver with over 5 years of childcare experience. My first experience was as a babysitter, which I thoroughly enjoyed. From there, I knew I wanted to make a positive impact on the lives of children and support families. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I believe in clear and open communication...
Carolina can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Constanza P.
Los Altos, CA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a creative and friendly nanny with a passion for supporting families. I have 3 years of experience caring for children of all ages and thrive in environments where I can encourage their imagination and curiosity. Whether we're playing board games, engaging in outdoor activities, or exploring new hobbies, I prioritize making...
Keitty T.
Los Altos, CA
$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
From Brazil Physical Education Teacher Coach Of Artistic, Rhythmic Gymnastics And Volleyball
Hi, I'm from Brazil. I am working as a nanny (two boys, 3y and 6y) after school time and babysitter sometimes (boys 2y and 4y). I 'm graduated as a Physical Education teacher. Also I'm a coach of gymnastics (artistic and rhythmic). I work as a nanny and babysitter since I was 16 years old! I have a lot experience with kids and I...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I went to culinary school and was a Spanish teacher so I can give kids a fun cooking lesson or tutor in Spanish or just simply babysit.
I worked with kids since I was 15 years old.
2017 to 2020 I started working for a non profit and have lessons to elementary and middle school children all over various school districts.
I...
Mayra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Nanny/sitter with experienced caring for newborn, toddlers, and children up to school age. Available from Monday to Friday, and Sunday as well. Will consider live-in or overnight stay. References from prior employees available upon request.
In addition to caring for children, I have a knack for closet organization and house...
5.0
"We've hired Keren for a few date nights and she's wonderful with our older kids as well as the infant! We could tell from first moment we met her that she truly loves kids and they feel like she wants to be with them (which is huge for the older kids to gain their...
Lisa C.
Rachel E.
Santa Clara, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dependable, Caring Caregiver With 10+ Years Of Experience
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am currently working as a full time (9am-6pm) Pre-K teacher at a private preschool in Los Gatos. I would like to pick up some occasional babysitting hours in the evenings and on weekends. I have always enjoyed working with children and their families. I have past experience with all ages, infant through school age. My job...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Rachel was great. She was on time and great with our daughter. We will definitely use Rachel again.
"
Michael Z.
Jennifer G.
Menlo Park, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My nanny journey began as a helper for a small babysitting company. I then moved on to gain more experience working at an after school program for elementary and middle school kids.
Finally I decided to create a care profile and was lucky to find two amazing families that needed my help. These opportunities came with their...
Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer has been working as a nanny for our son for almost a year now. She started nannying for our 14-month-old son when he was 5 months old. We are pleased to recommend her without reservation!
Jennifer has been an outstanding nanny for our son, and we feel...
Care member
4.5
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a teacher looking for part time work after 4 p.m. on weekdays and with flexibility on Saturdays and Sundays. I have been babysitting since the age of 13 and am most experienced with ages 10 months to 12 years of age. Along with teaching for 4 years and 10+ years of babysitting, I have experience in working at...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was in a pickle and needed care for my 3 kiddos for a specific date. Kelsey came to the rescue and spent the day doing activities with the kids that they love to do. I felt perfectly fine being away and they said she was so great with them. I honestly wish she...
Vanessa S.
Carmen B.
Sunnyvale, CA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Carmen Viviana I go by Viviana I have a teenager boy and a young adult daughter, I'm bilingual. I understand how important it is to keep our kids safe and to find the right person to look after our kids. I'm a very friendly And trustworthy person I enjoy being able to work with infants and toddlers and I always...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Although we did not end up hiring Carmen as our nanny, we really liked her and felt a strong emotional connection to her. She appeared to have good experiences, and if she had worked with us, I am confident she would have provided loving care for our children. She...
Faith K.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ruby and I am a 22-year-old student at Boise state (I am a remote student). I have been babysitting since I was 14 and nannying since I was 18. I really love working with kids because they bring so much joy and playfulness. I have babysat for children ages 8 months -15 years old. I am working as an after school...
Ruby can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Ruby for childcare and family assistance. This was during covid and Ruby was a huge help to our family during a very difficult time. She was dependable, our kids enjoyed spending time with her and developed a strong bond. We would very happily work with...
Sam W.
Jona B.
Sunnyvale, CA
$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(13)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Jona, I am a mother of three children, 24-year-old girl, 22 and 14-year-old boys. I have more than 15 years of experience working with newborns, infants, toddlers and teens. I can provide exceptional service and make sure your little one can get all the attention, keeping them safe, nourished and well...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hired Jona for one time care for my baby girl and 4 year old boy while I'm working in my home office. My kids never had a sitter before but surprisingly they had a good time with Jona. My little one is not sleep trained but she managed to put her down easily. I saw...
Ed E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Lourdes here, I am a nanny in the industry for over 20 plus years. I am currently looking for a new family to work with. I have a lot of experience with newborns, infants, and toddlers. I believe it's important to provide adequate support, organization, and patience to the children as well as the parents. I consider myself a...
Lourdes can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have had the pleasure of having Lourdes as a helpful hand around my own home. She quickly became someone I could depend on and most of all a good friend to my family. After long days at work it would be such a relief to get home and see Lourdes helping us with...
Sandraan O.
Alynna V.
Menlo Park, CA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun Sitter Willing To Help In Any Department Of Your Home Needs.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alynna and I am 22 years old. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Errands, School Pickups, Homework, and any other homely needs. I also have healthcare experience and currently have my CNA license and CPR certification working my way through nursing school. I look forward to working with any families who are in...
Alynna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"She was very nice and amazing with my son. She was also very adaptable with meeting me at my work. I would absolutely hire her again. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am a preschool teacher with 7 years' experience and hold Child Development Site Supervisor Permit. I have worked with children from newborns to school-age. Children are my biggest passion. I have at least 17 years' experience working with them. I believe children learn from playing, which provides opportunities for children to...
Hui can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Linda was great with my 2.5 year old son. He patiently worked and played with him. The best thing was that Linda got new ideas for activities to do with him like making fake snow, Christmas tree decorations, making balloon parachutes etc. She was punctual and very...
Hemant A.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with travel and light housekeeping. I was a daycare teacher, working with ages 3 months to 12 years. I have experience watching large groups, from 5 boys (2 y/o - 8 y/o) to a group of 8 children for a bible study (1 y/o to 12 y/o). I am a beginner in Russian language but fluent in...
Sequoia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sequoia was amazing with our 20 month old. She showed up early, asked all the right questions about our daughters daily schedule, and was so friendly and interactive with her throughout the day! Highly recommend her! "
Angela Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Mayela I am 26 years old I love kids I am a fun sweet and a responsible person. I also like going for walks to the park play soccer and ride the bikes on my free time. I love working with kids they make my day filled with joy and laughs.
Mayela can also help with: Meal prep, travel
5.0
"Mayela worked with us for a full school year. She picked up my kids from school/after-school enrichment classes, drove them home, supervised them finishing their homework, read to them for 20 minutes (as I required), and took them to play outdoor till I finish my...
Xiaolin Karen W.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Los Altos, CA
Keren P.
5.0
We've hired Keren for a few date nights and she's wonderful with our older kids as well as the infant! We could tell from first moment we met her that she truly loves kids and they feel like she wants to be with them (which is huge for the older kids to gain their respect). She's very well versed on...
- Lisa C.
Rachel E.
5.0
Rachel was great. She was on time and great with our daughter. We will definitely use Rachel again.
- Michael Z.
Jennifer G.
5.0
Jennifer is reliable, responsible, flexible, caring and industrious. She is always willing to do what it takes to make your load lighter. Fits in easily to any family and the kids love her.
- Care member
Kelsey S.
5.0
I was in a pickle and needed care for my 3 kiddos for a specific date. Kelsey came to the rescue and spent the day doing activities with the kids that they love to do. I felt perfectly fine being away and they said she was so great with them. I honestly wish she lived closer to us, but I highly...
- Vanessa S.
Carmen B.
5.0
Although we did not end up hiring Carmen as our nanny, we really liked her and felt a strong emotional connection to her. She appeared to have good experiences, and if she had worked with us, I am confident she would have provided loving care for our children. She was very warm and engaged with our...
- Faith K.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Los Altos, CA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Los Altos, CA?
You can review 8 after school babysitter profiles near you in Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, CA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Los Altos, CA is $26.62. 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 Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, CA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, CA.