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60 after school child care are listed in Cambridge, MA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 5 years
After school child care in Cambridge, MA
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
Donna J.
Burlington, MA
$15-30/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a stay at home mother for approximately 13 years. During those years I have cared for several families. I have provided after school care, before school and summer care. I have been a volunteer in the school system of my town, was a religion teacher for several years and also a Scout leader. I have a B. S. in...
5.0
"Donna helps pick up our kids after school, and drive them to our house. She is very reliable, safe and conscientious. We look forward to keep using her."
Paula R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Throughout the past decade, I have had a variety of childcare jobs including after school programs, day camps, regular babysitting, and most recently as a nanny for a few different families. While I have experience with a range of ages, I especially enjoy working with infants, toddlers, & preschool age children.
When on the...
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We met Kate off of care.com last year and she has been such a wonderful babysitter for our kids. My 2 year old son is a complete animal and she is so sweet and patient with him, and my 4 year old daughter is obsessed with her. We have used Kate for lots of date...
Kate H.
Rosa E.
Revere, MA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I've worked with kids for quite a long time including summer camps and after school programs including ages from 3-7. I now work with children and families providing support & stabilization in the home. Occasionally, I care for children and can provide references.
Rosa can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Rosa has watched our 5 year old and 1 year old twice now, and she's fantastic. She's dependable and friendly, and the kids love her. Looking forward to hiring her again!"
Jaclyn D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Nurturing and Reliable Educator & Professional Nanny. I look forward to reading stories with your children, engaging in dramatic play, and wandering in the woods. My curious nature leads children to explore the world and try new things. My goal is to foster children's social and emotional development. This includes creating a...
Deborah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"We were incredibly fortunate to have Debbie care for our children. We had a nanny share and she looked after our two children, aged 1 years old and 6 months when she started, with exceptional care and dedication. Debbie always ensured they had appropriate...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I recently came back to the Boston area after living in Tokyo for 2 years. I am working as a Program Coordinator / Tour Guide for Japanese high school students visiting Boston.
Since I was 13 I have been babysitting for kids around my hometown in Newton, MA which gave me an early interest in caring for kids. I have been a...
Evan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Evan was a fantastic sitter for my three kids (4 years old, 5 years old and 9 years old). He was very warm and set our heart at ease the minute he walked in the door. He immediately connected with all of my three kids. He was always prompt, very energetic and...
Yan Z.
Esther J.
Somerville, MA
$28-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.9
(16)
Hired by 44 families in your neighborhood
My name is Esther and I am passionate about caring for children. I am a Certified infant/toddler/preschool teacher, fluent in English and French, and conversational in Spanish. Currently, I work as a Kindergarten Associate Teacher in Somerville, MA. I have experience caring for multiple children at once, having managed up to 10...
Esther can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Highly recommend!!! No hesitations. Esther helped us out during the holidays. Our two daughters immediately loved her. She showed up with fun activities prepared for them, and was very flexible and communicative with me. We were visiting from California and staying...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over the years, I have cared for children of all ages, during evenings parents had to be elsewhere, assisting in managing after school programs, and tutoring and mentoring students.
Marianna can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 plus years experience as a babysitter, during which I was also working as an after school and summer counselor for the Dorchester YMCA, for children starting from infant age up to the 6th grade. I helped raise my brother while home from college, and children of my mothers friends when ever school is on break for them....
Alani can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alani babysat for us once thus far and was very sweet with our kids. She followed all the things I asked of her and arrived early. She communicated while we were gone. I would hire her again.
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Alison M.
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.
Sarah A.
Weston, MA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello families! I have an extensive background working with young children, and I am an Elementary and Special Needs education major at Syracuse University. I have babysat for several years, worked at a summer camp for two years, worked at a preschool for a semester, as well as volunteered at a special needs horseback riding...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is a sweetheart of a person whom the kids gravitate to. She has watched my two nieces (ages 4 and 7) on a variety of occasions and was a pleasure to work with. As a special education and middle school math teacher, I don't leave my nieces with just anyone!...
Amanda C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children since I was very young, beginning with watching my two young siblings at age 11. I then went on to watch my neighbors children, three days a week after school. Then when I was 16, I got a job at the Melrose YMCA After-School Program and loved it. I was there three years. I have had many jobs in...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is an energetic and competent caregiver. We were so glad to find her, and sad that we couldn't have her with us longer. Our son loves his time with her, and lights up when she's around. She is, as another Mom said to me when I first interviewed her, a great...
Mary G.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, and creative!
I started working with kids when I was 15 at my local summer camp. I worked 8 hour days with kids aged 4-14. I planned and lead activities for the kids and spent a lots of time resolving conflicts between them and having some laughs! Since then I have also worked at an...
5.0
"Madla is great! Fun, smart, artistic, worldly, punctual. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elena! I am a kind, compassionate and loving caregiver, born and raised in Massachusetts. I am Italian and Irish with a huge family of over 30 cousins, so naturally born, I was born into my role as babysitter! I am the only girl out of my siblings, with 3 brothers, so I was raised responsible and tough! I am...
Elena can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elena was punctual and courteous. My daughter was always happy and laughing while playing with Elena!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Jayme and I am looking for a part-time summer babysitting or tutoring job. I am fully vaccinated. I currently work as a 2nd grade teacher at a charter school in Somerville. In the past, I worked for two years as a special education associate teacher grades 1-3. I have also worked as an instructional aide in a...
Jayme can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
Natasha H.
Medford, MA
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nisha. I am a 24-year-old Boston University Grad Student. Although I am working on my education.
I have worked as a caregiver since my early teen years (8+ yrs strong). I've also worked in many childcare settings: private daycares, in-home nannying, babysitting, summer camps, and after-school. I enjoy what I do when...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nisha was an amazing nanny for my child...we worked together for about 4-5 months, she took the place of another nanny who was moving out of state, and lasted until we moved my baby into daycare full-time... otherwise she'd still be helping us out!
Nisha's...
Alexandria P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a freshman in college, I have been babysitting for about 5 years now in cities in the Boston area, such as Medford, Winchester, Woburn, and Arlington. I have babysat children ranging from infants to middle-schoolers, and everything in between. I am very friendly and bond extremely well with young children. I have babysat...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hello! As a responsible and reliable employee with over 5 years of experience working with children as a before/ after school councilor, being a babysitter and a part time nanny, im eager to work in a comfortable environment that takes advantage of my skills and helps me grow as a person. I can cook and clean around the house if...
Deanna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Cambridge, MA
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.
Donna J.
5.0
Donna helps pick up our kids after school, and drive them to our house. She is very reliable, safe and conscientious. We look forward to keep using her.
- Paula R.
Kate G.
5.0
We met Kate off of care.com last year and she has been such a wonderful babysitter for our kids. My 2 year old son is a complete animal and she is so sweet and patient with him, and my 4 year old daughter is obsessed with her. We have used Kate for lots of date nights, and recently had her stay...
- Kate H.
Rosa E.
5.0
Rosa has worked with us for over a year now, looking after our toddler. My daughter initially had separation anxiety but Rosa is very professional and would always know how to distract and play with her, making the whole process so easy. Now my daughter always looks forward to seeing Rosa! We highly...
- Care member
Deborah K.
5.0
We were incredibly fortunate to have Debbie care for our children. We had a nanny share and she looked after our two children, aged 1 years old and 6 months when she started, with exceptional care and dedication. Debbie always ensured they had appropriate developmental routines such as a welcoming...
- Care member
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FAQs for after school child care in Cambridge, MA
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Cambridge, MA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Cambridge, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $24.23 per hour as of January 2025. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.
How can I find after-school child care near me in Cambridge, MA?
Care.com currently has 22 after school child care providers in Cambridge, MA. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.
What types of after-school providers can I find near me in Cambridge, MA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Cambridge, MA to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Cambridge, MA, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.