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Find after school babysitters in Wakefield, MA that you’ll love
60 after school babysitters are listed in Wakefield, MA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 8 years
After school babysitters in Wakefield, MA
Hello
I'm a mom of a 13 year old daughter. I'm looking for some part time work after school. I'm available to pickup/drop off. I can also run some errands and pickup around the house. With the nice weather approaching I enjoy being outdoors, walking, going to the park, and I don't mind pets. Looking forward to a safe and happy...
Melinda can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ainsley M.
Wakefield, MA
$25-30/hr • 20 yrs exp
4.4
(28)
Hired by 53 families in your neighborhood
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with 20+ years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My journey in childcare was driven by a desire to make a positive impact on young lives and support families by providing a safe and reliable care option.
My natural creativity and...
Ainsley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ainsley did a wonderful job taking care of my 11mo daughter. She was attentive, patient, dependable, and pleasant to have around. We would absolutely ask Ainsley to babysit our daughter again."
Maggie L.
Hi! I am 22 years old and am working a full time job at Charles Schwab. I have babysat for many children ranging in ages from 1. 5 to 9! I love playing games with the kids, taking them to the park, playing sports, etc. I'm pretty much open to doing any activities that the children would like to do! I am licensed and would feel...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi my name is Anna! I cannot stress enough how much I enjoy spending time with the "kiddos" that I sit for. I learn from them more than they can learn from me. I consider myself a creative player, I'm not the kind of sitter who is going to plop your kid in front of the TV and scroll on my phone. I am active, engaged, and love...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am 22 years old. I have been babysitting ever since I was 13. I have been a nanny for the past three summers and I love being around kids. I am fun and outgoing. I love to take them out and do fun things. I have taken care of kids from ages 6 months to 12 years. I also have a younger brother who is now 16 and I always had to...
Kristiana can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sadie! I am 28 years old and have my bachelors degree in communication science and disorders. I have years of experience with kids 0-18. I am very caring and great with younger children. I have professional experience as an ABA therapist /RBT working in both in home and early intervention settings, one on one with...
Sadie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
Samantha D.
Wakefield, MA
$28-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for 15 years, and I'm passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and supporting families. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly, and I know how to communicate effectively with parents about their child's day. I'm also very comfortable enforcing household rules.
I enjoy...
Thalytta H.
Wakefield, MA
$30-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with a sincere passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With a graduate degree in hand, I've spent the past two years providing reliable childcare support to families. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creative imagination, allows me to connect...
Molly M.
Wakefield, MA
$16-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I am a college student with experience in both babysitting and tutoring kids from ages 4-12. I love working with kids and especially can help with school work, tutoring, and arts and crafts!
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
I have 12 years of experience plus I'm a mom/grandmother. I can help with Swimming Supervision, transportation and Crafts. I'm from Guatemala, I'm 51 years old. I love work with kids, I'm very responsible, loving, careful, easygoing person with some much energy to spend time with the kids and have fun with them, I have...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an individual with a Master of Science Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I am looking to nanny or babysit after school hours or early evenings beginning Fall 2020. I have previous experience working with preschool and school-aged children in a variety of settings. As a nanny or babysitter, I would love to make my time...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Can't say enough good things about Lauren. She was an absolute pleasure to have around and the kids adored her. The kids say she is super funny and very kind and you can see that she genuinely loves playing with them. She joined us for a few days on vacation so the...
Arianna N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Katie and I have been working with children for 15 years now. I've worked with children of all ages and have experience with multiples as well! I enjoy reading and creating art projects, and of course being outside with the children.
I currently have my bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and a Masters in...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie is amazing. She is kind, patient, reliable and loving to our 6 month old daughter. We were secretly hoping she didn't get a teaching job, because we would have kept her on as long as she would have us! She is a lovely person, and gets our highest...
Andrea P.
Abigail C.
Wakefield, MA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
As a caregiver, I have a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My experience of over a decade in babysitting and other child care positions, have solidified my desire to provide families with a reliable option. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I enforce household rules by following the parents' lead to...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Patty S.
Wakefield, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I' m a mom of 2 wonderful children, a boy (age 18) and a girl (age 20). I've grown up as the neighborhood babysitter in my hometown. I went to Wheelock College for Early Childhood Education, with a minor in special needs. I am certified to teach preschool through 6th grade. I also tutored children from grades 2-8.
Patty can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Patty watched my daughter from 4 months old til 2.5 years. She took care of her as if she were her own. "
Michelle V.
Hello! My name is Meghan and I work full-time at Salem Hospital Mental Health Clinic. I also babysit frequently whenever I have the time. I work M-F 8:30am-5:00pm, but am available for child care right after I get out of work at 5. I worked at daycares all throughout high school and college, and I worked for elder care services...
Meghan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Joelle M.
Wakefield, MA
$30-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Joelle. I've been babysitting for 8 years but I have been a nanny/house manger for past 5 years. I have experience with newborns to middle schoolers.
I have my own vehicle along with a clean driving record.
I am CPR & 10 hour OSHA certified.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
* my photo is with my...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Eliza.
I'm an energetic, warm and responsible sitter with over a decade of experience working with children of all ages, from infants to teens.
I lead with compassion and meet kids where they're at: aka I'm up for legos, reading, playing outside, sports, crafts, you name it! Here's an overview:
- Babysitting over...
Eliza can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eliza is a gem! She has a natural gift of connecting with children. I have always found her to be warm, kind and extremely caring. Her positive energy and warm nature make her a joy to be around and I always felt at ease knowing my children were in her care. From...
Alissa S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Diane. I am CPR certified. I have babysat for several Winchester families on a long term basis. I am available for morning, after school pickup and afternoon/evening care. I am very engaging and truly enjoy spending time with children and teenagers. Please contact me with any questions. I have references...
Diane can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"We love Diane! She has been with us for seven years and I highly recommend her! I have four children (ages 2-13) and she is fantastic with them. My little ones are so excited when they know she's coming. She is fun, reliable, and responsible- and most...
Laura R.
5.0
(1)
Lovely, patient, responsible, funny and respectful. Family M. Part time nanny of 2 boys (7 and 9 years) Pick it up from school bus Feed them and assist them with homework Engaged children in stimulating, puzzles, games indoor and outdoor Promoted positive behavior Family D. 1 girl 6 6 years old and a boy 18 months weekends night...
5.0
"Kika was a wonderful person to invite into our home and help watch our son (between 8-12 months of age). She followed our requests and interacted well with him. She was always on time. We felt completely comfortable and felt sad to say goodbye!"
Lannie L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her highly!"
Amy B.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Wakefield, MA
Ainsley M.
5.0
Ainsley was so friendly and engaging, our 2-year-old warmed up to her right away and had a great time with her! She also handled our two dogs well. We look forward to having her babysit again for more much-needed parent nights!
- Noelle S.
Lauren P.
5.0
Can't say enough good things about Lauren. She was an absolute pleasure to have around and the kids adored her. The kids say she is super funny and very kind and you can see that she genuinely loves playing with them. She joined us for a few days on vacation so the adults could have some help and...
- Arianna N.
Katie S.
5.0
Katie is amazing. She is kind, patient, reliable and loving to our 6 month old daughter. We were secretly hoping she didn't get a teaching job, because we would have kept her on as long as she would have us! She is a lovely person, and gets our highest recommendation.
- Andrea P.
Patty S.
5.0
Patty watched my daughter from 4 months old til 2.5 years. She took care of her as if she were her own.
- Michelle V.
Eliza F.
5.0
Eliza is a warm and caring sitter, up for all kinds of creative play with our 2 yr old. She is dependable and has great communication. We've been doing 2 mornings a week with Eliza and would highly recommend her to other families.
- Rachel F.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Wakefield, MA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Wakefield, MA?
You can review 16 after school babysitter profiles near you in Wakefield, MA 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 Wakefield, MA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Wakefield, MA is $26.56. 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 Wakefield, MA?
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 Wakefield, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Wakefield, MA 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 Wakefield, MA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Wakefield, MA?
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 Wakefield, MA.
Ratings for Wakefield, MA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
After School Babysitters in Wakefield, MA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.