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Find after school babysitters in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA that you’ll love

60 after school babysitters are listed in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 7 years

After school babysitters in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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Amy T.


Trabuco Canyon, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Reliable Nanny Passionate About Kids

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a frequent babysitter and nanny for a decade. I have a degree in early childhood education and run my own homeschooling company. I have worked with all types of children and have a strong ability to connect and build relationships. We will have fun together while getting done what we need to (homework, chores,...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

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Angela H.


Lake Forest, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Housekeeper: Building Strong Connections With Parents And Children

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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Honest, knowledgeable, work hard, detail oriented, organized "

Care member

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Carlee P.


San Juan Capistrano, CA

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

Modern Mary Poppins

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of young children practically my whole life, perks of a big family, but have been professionally taking care children for 3 years. I have CPR training for children newborn-5 years old but have cared for older children as well. I love to watch Disney movies, make fun meals/desserts, try new crafts, and...
Carlee can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Irene M.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$17/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started taking care of B when he was 9 months old and watched him until the family moved to San Francisco in November of 2017. He was 2 and a half years by then. Along with B I had my daughter who is the same age.
Irene can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"We hired Irene in July of 2016 to take care of our 1 year old son. She did an outstanding job, always reliable, punctual, fun, caring, provided a structured day, and implemented daily activities that help my son's development. We had to relocate to San Francisco in...

Suzanne C.

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Lucy S.


Lake Forest, CA

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter/Nanny

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Lucy was so great with my two little ones, 2 and 4 at the time. She was our nanny part time for almost a year. Responsible and caring, she made my girls laugh often as well. My girls still enjoy seeing her even though she no longer is our part time nanny. "

Care member

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Gillian R.


Trabuco Canyon, CA

$20-36/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have lots of experience w children of all ages. I can help with light housework and errands, after school pick up or activities. I'd love to meet your family and help where I can.
Gillian can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Carolina D.


Lake Forest, CA

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Crafty Sitter

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, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Hi! My name is Samantha and I am a recent graduate from Nursing school in Des Moines, IA and also BLS/CPR certified. I grew up in Orange County, CA but decided to go to Iowa for college and now deciding to move back home and will be living in Mission Viejo while working and studying to take the NCLEX. While I was in Iowa I had a...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Hello I have at least 2 years of experience in babysitting for at least 5 families from ages 6 months - 9yrs old. I am currently in the social work field (not a social worker) where I work with kids whom are 3yrs - 15yrs old on a daily basis in a home environment where we practice life skills such as cleaning up after...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Allison S.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

About Me

Hi, I am a student looking for part time work after school. I have worked many different positions in childcare for many years. I am very kind, helpful, nurturing, organized, caring, supportive, and informative. I look forward to giving you extra time while your kids are in safe hands having fun and learning with me. Thanks!...
Hi! My name is Kaya . I am 19 and I just finished my freshman year as a pre nursing major at GCU! I am from Orange County, and I have worked taking care of kids for about a year and a half at an after school program! I have babysat family since I was about 15. I am super cheerful, responsible, dependent, and flexible with all...
Kaya can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant December 2023 American Red Cross- BLS/First Aid Certified CPR/BLS skill training I graduated High school in 2023 then took a gap year to get some work experience, and will be starting at Saddleback in the fall. I will be aiming for a nursing degree. I would like to continue working with kids...
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Maddie G.


Lake Forest, CA

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

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

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Margaret M.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Child Care

I love spending time with children. Seeing the world through their eyes as they explore and develop is beautiful. Be it after school activities, reading, playing games, homework or asking open ended questions, there's so much to learn. I'm the mother of two grown children and aunt to many nieces and nephews. I'm happy to assist...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I'd describe my personality as patient, active and kind I like working with kids because I have great experience and they are full of positive energy! I'm looking for a job that opens new doors for friendships and is well paid. I started working with kids when my family and friends would drop off their kids for me to babysit...
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Alexia E.


Mission Viejo, CA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny/Babysitter!

I am a 23-year-old graduate student , working towards my Master's degree in Social Welfare. I currently work in schools as a social work intern on Mondays (7:30am-3:30pm) Wednesdays (7:30am-11:30am) and Fridays (7:30am-3:30pm). I am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have some ASL knowledge. I have been working with children...
Alexia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Marjie M.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$66/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Full Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Marjie. I am a University of California graduate with degrees in Environmental Studies and Education. Additionally, I hold a master's degree in Education (curriculum development and instruction) and a California teaching credential, including English Learner authorizations. I've been working with children for...
Marjie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Lauren! I have always loved working with kids! I can do anything from just babysitting for date night and nannying to cleaning up your house and driving your kid(s) to school or after school activities! I am full of energy and I am super fun! I love doing arts and crafts or outside activities. I am very...
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Emily D.


Silverado, CA

$17/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun Sitter!

Hi! My name is Emily and I'm available for baby sitting and part time nannying. I've been around children my whole life but I began working with special needs children and adults last year through a respite company and I loved it! I realized I needed to pursue a career in this field so I recently landed a position working as a...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have been working with children since 2007. I've worked in daycares, after school programs, I've done babysitting and I have 4 years of nanny experience with 3 different familes. I have my bachelor's degree in child and adolescent studies. I'm also bilingual in Spanish. I am passionate about my work. I love being active with...
Aidee can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Angela H.

5.0

Honest, knowledgeable, work hard, detail oriented, organized

- Care member

Irene M.

5.0

We hired Irene in July of 2016 to take care of our 1 year old son. She did an outstanding job, always reliable, punctual, fun, caring, provided a structured day, and implemented daily activities that help my son's development. We had to relocate to San Francisco in November of 2017 which really...

- Suzanne C.

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

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Ratings for Rancho Santa Margarita, CA after school babysitters listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.4 / 5

After School Babysitters in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.