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62 after school babysitters are listed in Santa Monica, CA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Santa Monica, CA
Caitlyn M.
Santa Monica, CA
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Need After School, Date Night, Or Weekend Care For Your Little Ones? Look No Further!
My name is Caitlyn and I am an associate clinical therapist working towards gaining my full clinical license. I have a Master's degree in social work, with experience working in childhood therapy and development. I am CPR/AED certified for both adults and children. I love furry friends as well! I have experience with a variety...
Crystal R.
Santa Monica, CA
$28/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a caring and experienced nanny with three years of experience, I'm eager to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your children. My journey into childcare began with my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my passion for fostering positive growth in young lives.
My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Whitney, more commonly known as the "babysitter extraordinaire" (self proclaimed ;)!!!!). I have my own car and am able to travel. I have been working in early education as a preschool teacher for almost 10 years. Naturally, with so much clientele from my classrooms it was simple to make the transition...
Whitney can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am so extremely delighted with and thankful for Whitney! I've interviewed and hired countless babysitters and Whitney is a rare find. She understands how to lovingly lead children, and she confidently, JOYFULLY cares for my three small children through the CRAZY...
Heloise K.
5.0
(31)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I grew up (born in MDR) watching and helping my mother nanny/babysit for many years. As an adult, I cared for the kids of my friends, was a nanny, driver, etc. and loved every minute of it. Unfortunately, I couldnt have children of my own. I enjoy kids and have a good rapport with them. I find that my easygoing nature helps kids...
Silvia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Silvia has been a nanny for our family for over five years. She has managed after school pick ups for our three kids, as well as light household chores and help with our pet. She also enjoys coordinating play dates and getting to know other parents. Silvia is a...
Nicole S.
4.8
(11)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi - My name is Julia.
I've been working with kids since I was 18. I started by watching my younger brother and sister, and then began babysitting for kids in our neighborhood. Over the last few years, I've worked primarily with babies and infants, but I love kids of all ages. In my free time, I love running, reading and...
Julia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julia babysat our 19 month daughter during the day for a full week in Aspen while we were on a ski vacation. She even babysat for one evening so we could have an adults night out for dinner. She was absolutely wonderful and very experienced with toddlers. Prepared...
Lynnann C.
Hi there! My name is Chelsea and I have always had a love for working with children. I have plenty of experience watching kids of various ages, from toddlers to pre-teens and volunteering with children with disabilities. I've helped families with everything from after-school care to weekend babysitting and have a natural ability...
Chelsea can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
I have previously watched a 9-month-old child for a couple of months while his parents had different working shifts. I had also watched over a 1-year-old child, and my nephew who is 5-year-old for a year, as well as an 11-year-old girl, and 7-year-old boy. Being with kids comes natural to me and I understand how to talk to them...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey everybody! My name is Sophie. I am an experienced nanny, and have cared for children of all ages. I am responsible, fun, patient, kind, energetic, reliable, trustworthy, and creative. I love working with kids, and they seem to love me as well. I also love animals, so much that I owned my own dog-walking and house sitting...
Sophie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is sweet, kind, generous and my 7 year old loves her!"
Valerie B.
Hi my name is Kira!
I am a current grad student who has worked closely with kids for the last 8 years! I was a teacher for 7 years and am currently a tutor! I love kids of all ages!
I have experience volunteering at summer camps as well as at the elementary age kids ministry at my church! I have also nannied before!
I am...
Kira can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am an early 30's professional who is looking for a loving family to care for and have fun with! I have worked for health clubs in nurseries and child care centers as well as for private individuals looking for a regular babysitter. I grew up with dogs and own a cat now so am very comfortable with animals. . In my spare time I...
Alicia D.
Santa Monica, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am one of four children and 25 grandchildren. I've been babysitting/nannying since I was far too young to do so. I love to provide help where I can, especially during these challenging times. If I can take stress off of a parent, I'm happy to do so. I'm still a kid at heart so would love to spend time with your little ones...
Alicia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Claire D.
Santa Monica, CA
$16-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a young professional working remotely as an analyst for an audio company. I love working with kids and have spare time after working hours or on the weekends! I have a car and am able to do other household tasks or errands if needed. I have previous experience babysitting in Ann Arbor prior to moving here a couple years...
Claire can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Amoni and I have a BA and MS In Psychology with an emphasis in Family Studies and Human Development. I love kids! I've had 10+ years of experience working with children. My animated personality definitely makes everything more positive and enjoyable for the children! I worked as a camp counselor at a summer...
Amoni can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of professional childcare/caretaking experience and 10+years of experience caring for my own large family. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I am trained in Applied Behavior Analysis techniques and have experience caring for infants, toddlers, youths, and adults. I have worked with people with...
Bethany can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rehired her for the rest of my trip! My girls took to her right away and she was great with my infant. I felt comfortable with her right from the start. "
Care member
Elizabeth P.
Santa Monica, CA
$18-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! I am a recent university graduate with over 8 years of experience with children ages 1-15 years. Beyond childcare, these past few years I have worked as a camp counselor, lifeguard, swim instructor, tutor and a Certified Nursing Assistant. I love working with kids, and my goal is to provide a safe and creative space for...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Hello,
My name is Natalie and I am a Graduate student at Georgetown University to receive my MBA. I am here in Santa Monica for my summer internship and am available for child care help. I have previous babysitting experience.
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hi! I'm Jodi, an easygoing and upbeat LA Native based in Santa Monica with a passion for creativity and the outdoors. While pursuing a career in graphic design, I offer part-time babysitting for families who need a helping hand with daily routines.
I have plenty of experience, from working as a camp counselor at UCLA Bruin Kids...
Jodi can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hello! I've been working with children since the age of 14 years old: babysitting, nannying, volunteering at summer camps. I have previously been a full-time nanny to 3 children responsible for caring for them, homework help, light housekeeping, running errands, meal-prep, driving to activities, getting them ready for school and...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Heidi M.
Santa Monica, CA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I raised my 3 children, one with autism.
I'm the mom happy to load 7 kids into the Honda Pilot for adventures in daily life as well as creative outings into nature. I'm also that mom with the mountains of Legos but NO instruction booklets/ALL imagination. Arts and crafts of all sorts, particularly the made from scratch...
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
Bonnie R.
Santa Monica, CA
$27-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Bonnie, currently attending a university . I would love to help out any couple or single parent that deserves a much needed break to get personal tasks done. For the last 5 years I have babysat children ages of 4-15 years old during the day and evening. I previously worked at the Santa Monica YMCA as a camp...
Bonnie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Monica, CA
Whitney W.
5.0
I am so extremely delighted with and thankful for Whitney! I've interviewed and hired countless babysitters and Whitney is a rare find. She understands how to lovingly lead children, and she confidently, JOYFULLY cares for my three small children through the CRAZY evening hours. She is wonderful...
- Heloise K.
Silvia G.
5.0
Silvia was our nanny for many years, throughout the pandemic and beyond, helping us in numerous ways and improvising with our changing needs. Our 3 children have grown up and we don't need the support we once did, otherwise we would still be working with Silvia! She is dependable and loving, with a...
- Nicole S.
Julia D.
3.0
While she was an excellent candidate for a short term nannying job, she flaked last minute giving us little to no time to find a replacement.
- Sher A.
Sophie H.
5.0
Sophie was great! We have an infant and Sophie came in for a crucial 5 week stretch to help us out. She was great with our little one and was ready to take on any task we gave her.
- David K.
Bethany L.
5.0
Bethany is dependable, communicative, and warm. My three old opened up to her immediately and she was great with him.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Santa Monica, CA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Santa Monica, CA?
You can review 62 after school babysitter profiles near you in Santa Monica, 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 Monica, CA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Santa Monica, CA is $24.76. 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 Monica, 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 Monica, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Santa Monica, 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 Monica, CA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Santa Monica, 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 Monica, CA.
Ratings for Santa Monica, CA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
After School Babysitters in Santa Monica, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 57 reviews of the 62 listed after school babysitters.