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60 after school babysitters are listed in Menlo Park, CA
The average posted rate is $28/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Menlo Park, CA
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Alynna was prompt, on time, responsible and did a great job taking care of our son. We can’t recommend her enough. "
Care member
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi All --
While I was previously a nanny to triplets, I am now currently working as a science writer at Stanford University. However, I am available to babysitting on afternoons or weekends. Hope to connect with you soon.
Katlyn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
Melanie G.
Menlo Park, CA
$23-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Melanie, I am studying Nutrition, at Foothill College. I am offering child care, pet care, and household services.
I would love to be a babysitter! I grew up in a big family and have been caring for children, pets, and houses since I was 14 years old. I cared for my nephew when he was 3-12 months old, and...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am available for temporary or more long term help (I will be away the last two weeks of July). I recently just moved to the South Bay Area. I am a grad student at Palo Alto University. I live in Menlo Park and my classes are in Mountain View. I would be happy to be commute from either location. My hours are flexible...
Kaera can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kaera helped us out for a few weeks before she left the country for some travel. The kids loved her - she was up for anything, flexible, and easy to integrate into our lives for what was too short of a time!"
Jennifer T.
Natalia G.
Menlo Park, CA
$28-42/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello Everyone. I'm Natalia, From Colombia. I'll Be Very Happy To Hear About Your Family.
I'd describe my personality as energetic, helpful, creative.
I like working with kids because it's so much fun, there is always a lot of opportunity for physical and fun activities to do with them. I like to see how creativity, endless energy, enthusiasm, honesty and lovely kids are. Also, I learn from them every day.
As...
Natalia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Thanks for checking out my profile. I grew up in West Menlo Park and started babysitting for my neighbors when I was only 11 years old. I have nannied for much of my life and absolutely adore children and cannot wait to have a family of my own someday. I am a certified yoga teacher and am also a dance instructor. I try to set a...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am in my second year of graduate school for Occupational Therapy, hoping to work with children after more than 15 years of experience working with kids in a variety of settings including employment at a childcare center, private babysitting jobs, volunteering, and even a trip abroad with a young family. I have experience with...
Kristin can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Olivia C.
Menlo Park, CA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm an experienced caregiver, with over seven years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive experience in previous babysitting roles, led me to pursue a career as a childcare provider.
I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I am...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello families my name is Olivia I have been a nanny for 6 years I have lots of experience and references as well. I love caring for kids and put my 100% into them. I make sure their brains are engaged. I love teaching them Spanish and reading to them and also teaching them new songs to sing. I also have experience with special...
Maria S.
Menlo Park, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a very loving and experienced childcare provider with two grown children and 5 grandchildren whom I've cared for , now are all in school.
My focus is healthy eating habits, being creative, educational learning, reading, games, love walking , parks , love pets !
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
Do you need help with after school care, evenings, weekends, date nights? Walk the dog, feed the cat, pick up from soccer practice? I'm available part time. I can help with "Bedtime Routine" baths, showers, stories, maybe even a puppet show. After your loved ones are ready for bed. I'm able to help with that...
Julie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Julie watched our baby and 3-year-old several times, and we have nothing but wonderful things to say about her! She is warm and calm and trustworthy. A true gem."
Amy L.
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.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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.
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, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
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.
Helen C.
Palo Alto, CA
$35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey!
I have many years of experience working with children and being an extra support to families. I have experience in doing morning drop off, practice drop off, and morning/bedtime routine. I am comfortable working with all ages!
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and funny
I like working with kids because...
Helen can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Helen watched our 10 year old son for us for a date night and we will definitely use her again. She was prompt to reply when we had questions or scheduling changes. She asked questions of us in order to get to know what was expected of her and what our son was...
Alexander C.
Lauren I.
Redwood City, CA
$30/hr • 2 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lauren! I am a wonderful and creative nanny that can help you with your kids and household responsibilities. I am bilingual, easy-going, and can go with the flow of your household. My qualities are energetic, creative, sweet, proactive, punctual and positive. I enjoy arts and crafts, fun outdoor activities and...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Works really well with our three children! Also, has a safe and comfortable car for kid drop off and pickup"
Rahul B.
Helloysa M.
Belmont, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello - My name is helloysa, I offer childcare services
I love babysitting and have been looking after newborns, babies, toddlers and children (including twins!) since the age of 16. My responsibilities include driving to/from school, manual labor, tutoring and even dance lessons, potty training food introduction and all child...
Helloysa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Helloysa was able to come over and help us on fairly short notice. My two young kids had a great time with her. We'll definitely be having Helloysa over to babysit again!"
Jonathan C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alexia I have experience taking care of kids with special accommodations or needs through my younger cousin who is in a wheelchair and requires a lot of support. I also have many family members who have young kids and babies and they all feel comfortable with me watching them. In all cases everything has gone...
Alexia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexia has been great with my toddler- he took to her very quickly! I think her experience with childcare at Children's Hospital is really helpful. She is flexible and open to our particular parenting style which I appreciate a lot. She is creative and keeps him...
Laura M.
Karina P.
San Mateo, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Karina and I am 26-years-old. I've consistently nannied for 3 families for the past 9 years. I've also had experience in caring for a child with special needs. I am reliable and responsible, but also enjoy having fun with the kids I am babysitting for. I am a great tutor as well as an expert board game player....
Karina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karina is such a hard worker. I am very fortunate to have hired her in the past. She is dependable, reliable, and caring In all that she does. She puts in the work but goes the extra mile. I am grateful that she was able to take care of my two daughters."
Heather R.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Menlo Park, CA
Alynna V.
5.0
Alynna was great with my son and he loved having her around. He’s active and she kept him entertained all the way until bedtime which was also a breeze for her to manage. She was easy to communicate with and prompt. We will def ask her over again.
- Care member
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
Kaera S.
5.0
Kaera helped us out for a few weeks before she left the country for some travel. The kids loved her - she was up for anything, flexible, and easy to integrate into our lives for what was too short of a time!
- Jennifer T.
Julie W.
5.0
Julie watched our baby and 3-year-old several times, and we have nothing but wonderful things to say about her! She is warm and calm and trustworthy. A true gem.
- Amy L.
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.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Menlo Park, CA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Menlo Park, CA?
You can review 11 after school babysitter profiles near you in Menlo Park, 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 Menlo Park, CA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Menlo Park, CA is $28.27. 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 Menlo Park, 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 Menlo Park, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Menlo Park, 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 Menlo Park, CA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Menlo Park, 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 Menlo Park, CA.
Ratings for Menlo Park, CA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in Menlo Park, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.