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60 after school babysitters are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA
Lulu H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I would describe myself as a responsible, caring, and patient, high school senior, who loves caring for babies and small children. I am creative and love doing crafts, taking walks, and cleaning/organizing. I like to involve the children in cleaning up after themselves, helping them become self sufficient. I consider myself...
Lulu can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amity W.
Santa Cruz, CA
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 23 years old and live in Santa Cruz for school. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have 6 younger siblings so I've grown up taking care of children since I was little. I worked in a daycare for 3 years watching children from 6 months to 12 years old. After that, I went on to babysitting and some...
Amity can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Roxanne H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a recent college graduate with a bachelors of science in nursing and recently received my RN. I am looking for a babysitting position in the Santa Cruz area while I am looking for a RN position. I have had over 6 years experience working as a babysitter and nanny to kids from age 6 mo to 12 yo. I have experience with kids...
Roxanne can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Joy O.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Joy and I'm finishing up school at UC Santa Cruz. I plan on being an elementary school teacher after graduation, and I have five years of experience working with children! I babysat for my neighbors while in high school, and afterwards I took a gap year working in a fourth grade classroom in Philadelphia...
Joy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
I am an extremely active, outgoing person with a love for interacting with children. I have extensive experience as a nanny, babysitter, lifeguard, and swim lesson instructor. I have current certifications for CPR and First Aid and am also certified to teach water safety. I believe in keeping children stimulated through creative...
Keli can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Isabella P.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience with young children. I have taught after school programs for a few years for children ages 4-8. As well as experience babysitting children 3-12. I am very handy in the kitchen as I have worked multiple years in service and can assist with housework and errands.
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
I am a first year art student at Cabrillo and looking for a part time nanny or babysitter position. I'm an eldest sibling of 2 and eldest cousin of 8. My whole family is neurodivergent in some way or another, my brother and mom being high functioning autistic and Aspergers. I have worked at family tourist attractions like the...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling
Mielle G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$22-24/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Mielle! I am a recent UCSC graduate and am currently pursuing my Child Development Teaching permit through Early Childhood Education courses at Cabrillo college. I majored in Environmental Studies at UCSC and am passionate about connecting children to their natural surroundings. I have been babysitting since I was a...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Riley and I'm 18 years old, I'm graduating highschool 6 months early and starting Cabrillo in the spring. I'm currently a Supervisor for Admissions at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. I have worked there for 2 and 1/2 years. I have been driving for 2 and 1/2 years, and have had my license for 2. I currently drive a...
Riley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Natalie and I have 9 years of childcare experience, through working with many families and as a childcare provider at a yoga studio. I am calm, mature, creative, and fun. When I provide childcare, I like to read with the kids, play games, go outside, to the park, do arts and crafts, and music. I currently work at...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I recently graduated from Chapman University. I have been working in childcare since I was 13 as a mother's helper. I worked as a day care nanny from ages 16-18 and was responsible for transportation to activities and after school care. Most recently, during my senior year of college I was a nanny for a 2-year-old where I was...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Hannah - a 31-year-old environmental educator and EMT in Santa Cruz. I graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2015 with a degree in Spanish and human rights. After college I taught English as a second language at a charter school in San Jose, then worked as a naturalist at an outdoor school for two years. I...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Paris, a college junior studying Global and Community Health on a pre-med track. I offer babysitting, tutoring, and pet care with a focus on reliability, safety, and fun!
Babysitting & Childcare: I have experience caring for my younger brother and cousins and love creating a safe, engaging environment for kids of all...
Paris can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sydney. I am a 28-year-old female, who loves kids and is naturally empathetic and caring. I am a yoga instructor, health coach, surfer, gardener, hiker, and more. I love trying new things and being outdoors. I worked at the YMCA every summer when I was in high school, where I was a lifeguard and swim instructor...
Sydney can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sydney was very good with my then 6 month old son. She always found ways to interact and play with him and he was very fond of her. She took any direction well and kept him on his schedule . She always arrived on time and was flexible with my changing needs. She...
Traci M.
Halean D.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Halean! My passion is supporting families by providing reliable care for their children. I have gained a lot of caregiving experience over the years. I have a total of 5 years of paid babysitting experience, and I have helped raise my 9-year-old brother growing up. I'm great at creating a safe and nurturing...
Halean can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
I've babysat and nannied from as young as I could be responsible for another human! I love being around kids of all ages. I am a big fan of the outdoors and love to take kids to the park or the beach to play. I worked as a lifeguard for 4 years, so I feel comfortable watching kids swimming if needed. I am currently a psychology...
Anya can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there!
I am an occupational therapist, yoga/meditation practitioner looking for local side gigs including: babysitting, caretaking, pet and housesitting. I am open to both regular, consistent and one-time gigs. I enjoy working with humans of all ages, pets and plants, and provide skilled, compassionate, and engaging care....
Tenaya can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Jai B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*I am currently looking for date night/weekend and flexible hours.
Hello! My name is Jai (Jay). I'm 31 and from Santa Cruz, CA. Over the past 15 years I've had the pleasure of working with multiple families to provide childcare for kids of all ages! I have a BA in Studio Art from UC Davis and used to teach art at a few...
Jai can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Natalie. I'm a 3rd year environmental studies student at UCSC. I have been working with children as a party princess for around 3 years as well as doing outdoor education. I love the outdoors, history, and of course; working with kids! I hope to become an outdoor educator after grad school where I plan to study...
Hello! My name is Samantha and I am currently a student at UCSC. I have more than 4 years of childcare experience, from working as a counselor at summer camps and babysitting in my home town. I have experience with special needs children as well!
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, friendly and caring
I started working...
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Santa Cruz, CA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
You can review 59 after school babysitter profiles near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Santa Cruz, CA is $20.86. 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.