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After school babysitters in Smithfield, RI
Becca M.
Smithfield, RI
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a dependable and caring caregiver with about three years of childcare experience through a few local . Through that, I have worked multiple summer camps and before/after school programs with children ranging from the ages of 5-12, but am willing to work with younger/older. I am currently enrolled at Rhode Island College in...
Becca can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Caandra A.
Smithfield, RI
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a passionate childcare provider with over a year of experience caring for children of all ages. As a mother of four girls, ages 6 months to 11 years, I understand the importance of finding reliable and nurturing care for your little ones.
I'm known for my patience, calm demeanor, and friendly approach. I believe in open...
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Stephanie, I'm 27 and I've recently moved back to the area after spending a year in Nashville with my husband.
I've been a professional nanny for the last 6 years after graduating from college with a BS in Biology.
I'm currently looking for a new full time, long term position.
I have my own car, do not smoke...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We met with Stephanie during the final stages of the interview process and she was wonderful. Very sweet and nurturing to my kids. Unfortunately our needs changed last minute but it would have been great to work with her. I also spoke to her reference who had...
Erin L.
5.0
(1)
I have a lot of experience with kids because I've had to raise my four siblings since both of my parents work all the time. I used to intern at an elementary school and was also a babysitter for my mom's friend. I can help children complete their homework assignments and help prepare meals, snacks, and refreshments accounting...
5.0
"Celeste is really great with kids and I can always depend on her. She is very patient and outgoing with kids of any age. She is also really fun to be around with and my kids always have fun with her."
Carolina J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name's Leah and I am looking for a turoring or babysitting job for RI/MA! I studied elementary education and English literature for middle school. This past year I worked in as an elementary interventionist in Franklin MA. I love working with kids and I am very creative. I have been an aide at an after school program and...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our three kids loved having Leah as their after school and summertime babysitter. She was always punctual, positive, professional, respectful and willing to help! She worked with our family for nearly two years. I’d highly recommend Leah!"
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5.0
(1)
I am an experienced, cheerful, patient person who loves spending time with kids. I am a graduate of Providence College with a Masters in Literacy. I am currently in my seventh teaching third grade at a public charter school . I am certified to teach first through sixth grade . I have seven plus years of experience being a summer...
Katelin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"We interviewed Katie for our position and she was so friendly and kind! She did an amazing job and clicked with our kids right away! We unfortunately were not able to hire her due to schedule conflicts but we can't praise her enough!"
Allie M.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am the oldest of 5 girls who I have watched more times than I can count growing up. I recently graduated from Rhode Island College with a degree in Speech Language Pathology. While in college and since graduating, I have had several babysitting/nannying jobs with both mainstream and special needs children. Additionally,...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
4.0
"Brittany is extremely dependable and punctual. We enjoyed having her. She was on the young side so there are some things she needed to learn but she did a good job. "
April W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a nanny for a family with two children. One is 13 and the other is 8. This is a summer job which will end the first week of September.
I will be working as a nanny in September on Wednesdays only so I am looking to work for another family on the other days of the week.
Prior to this job I was a nanny for a...
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"I am writing to wholeheartedly recommend Kristen M for any childcare position. She has been an invaluable part of our family for the past 5 years and has consistently demonstrated exceptional qualities that make her an outstanding caregiver.
She has been with our...
Christy D.
5.0
(5)
I have 6 years of experience working with young children. I worked at a summer camp/ after school program for 6 years then got promoted to a supervisor this past summer. I have been a nanny/babysitter for multiple families in the past and have enjoyed every second of it. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I am...
Kendyll can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids seemed to gravitate towards Kendyll. She is so good with them and I would recommend her to everyone in the area!"
Krista S.
Sophia E.
Cranston, RI
$15-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! Im Sophia and I am a Nursing Student at the University of Tampa. I have experience as a summer camp counselor and babysitting for families with children ages 1-12! I love to care for kids and am hoping to go into pediatric nursing.. I am going to be home for the summer months and would love to babysit for you!
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Sophia was so great to have babysit my two kids!"
Lindsay C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Michelle and this is my twelvth year taking care of children. What started as babysitting on date nights for some of my high school teachers has blossomed into a decade of caring for children for several families across the state of Rhode Island. From after-school pick up, full-time nannying, and weekend date...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"It is with great pleasure that we recommend Michelle F. as a caregiver. She watched our one-year-old son frequently from 2018 onward. Michelle is always punctual, responsive to calls and text messages &wonderfully engaging with our toddler. She is intelligent,...
Christine D.
Hannah P.
Millville, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Hannah! I'm a sophomore at Worcester State although I am currently taking classes online at home due to COVID. I have been babysitting/pet sitting on and off since I was 14. I have babysat kids from ages 2-11, but I am comfortable with pretty much any age!
I can also offer some help with school work/tutoring,...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Talia F.
North Scituate, RI
$43/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Talia!! I have babysat for many families from middle school through college. I have been a Registered Nurse for almost 4 years now. I have been doing travel nursing for 2 and would love to start looking after kids as well! I am very flexible with my schedule. I hope I get the chance to earn your trust and I can...
Talia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"So far, Talia has been a very quick responder, super sweet and great with our son. We will most likely use her quite a bit over the course of the summer. "
Barry M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a married mother who raised a wonderful daughter who is now 19 years old and away at college. Throughout the years, I have provided childcare for families. I enjoy being around children. I have an extensive medical background. I have worked for the visiting nurse for 10 years. I also did private duty nursing for many years....
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melissa has watched our three children and we highly recommend her. Our children enjoy having her with them. She is responsible and ensures that our children get their homework done and arrive to all activities on time and fully prepared. So happy we found her!"
Melissa F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children and animals and have been fortunate to have babysat and pet sat over the past 9 years. My experience with children stems from being the eldest of 4 children and 14 cousins. I have babysat multiple children in a setting at a time, taught young kids at my Taekwondo school, assisted in after-school homework and I...
Athena can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Athena is lovely! We rely on her and she always comes through for us!"
Erica S.
3.7
(3)
Hello!! my name is Emma and I am eager to meet you. I have five years in nannying experience and also currently enrolled in college where I am a senior studying health science. Having a medical background, I am highly trained in first aid care also. I enjoy being outside at any given chance, I am a firm believer you are happier...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Hello all:
Emma is a wonderful young women, who is knowledgeable and committed to her area of expertise.
Having worked with a wide range of children raging from infants to teens which she loves and excels at, Emma has proven to be a highly competent,...
Lou N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Norma, I am currently working at the Pawtucket School Department as a teacher assistant, at an elementary school. In addition, I have a special needs adult living at home with me. I have been taking care of my client at home for the last 14 years.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Norma is reliable, kind, responsible and safe. I would highly recommend that any family consider having Norma look after a family member. She was exactly what we needed give. The age of our boys. If I need care again I wouldn’t hesitate to have Norma back. "
Christina C.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I am a 1st grade teacher available for summer tutoring! If you're in search of an energetic, reliable, creative tutor, I'm your gal! I have taught 1st, 3rd, and 4th grade, and have been a reading interventionist and nanny as well. I have worked with children of all ages and needs. I have a vast knowledge of child...
Tracy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tracey is a gift to our family. She is able to entertain and engage all three of my children (ages 5, 9 and 11), and they adore her. Tracey not only is able to relate to kids of all ages, but she also straightens up the house and is always willing to help. She is...
Lisa T.
Taylor G.
Providence, RI
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently an online student at Grand Canyon University studying elementary education and special education. I have 4 years experience in childcare, one year with the YMCA after school program, and a little over a year watching my two nieces. The past two years I have worked as a TA at wayland middle school. I am CPR / first...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Taylor is patient and understanding. She was very eager to help in anyway she could. She went above and beyond when it came to assisting my young children with homework. Taylor took it upon herself to come up with extra activities to support their current learning...
Kiara D.
Madison R.
North Scituate, RI
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Sitter Who Plans On Teaching In The Fall!
5.0
(1)
I have 3 years of experience working in a classroom. Throughout my experiences in student teaching, I enjoyed helping students with reading, arts and crafts. I can also help with travel and carpooling. I have a younger sister with autism and am also able to help children with disabilities.
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Madison is wonderful and amazing with children. She is a kind and patient person willing to be her best every day. "
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Smithfield, RI
Stephanie L.
5.0
We met with Stephanie during the final stages of the interview process and she was wonderful. Very sweet and nurturing to my kids. Unfortunately our needs changed last minute but it would have been great to work with her. I also spoke to her reference who had great things to say about her.
- Erin L.
Celeste T.
5.0
Celeste is really great with kids and I can always depend on her. She is very patient and outgoing with kids of any age. She is also really fun to be around with and my kids always have fun with her.
- Carolina J.
Leah B.
5.0
Our three kids loved having Leah as their after school and summertime babysitter. She was always punctual, positive, professional, respectful and willing to help! She worked with our family for nearly two years. I’d highly recommend Leah!
- Care member
Katelin T.
5.0
We interviewed Katie for our position and she was so friendly and kind! She did an amazing job and clicked with our kids right away! We unfortunately were not able to hire her due to schedule conflicts but we can't praise her enough!
- Allie M.
Brittany M.
5.0
She formed an immediate bond with my children right away. She is caring and they have lots of fun when they are with her. She is a treasure.
- Tenille N.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Smithfield, RI
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Smithfield, RI?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Smithfield, RI 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 Smithfield, RI?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Smithfield, RI is $16.50. 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 Smithfield, RI?
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 Smithfield, RI on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Smithfield, RI 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 Smithfield, RI can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Smithfield, RI?
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