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Andrea C.
Dorchester, MA
$30-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have almost 10 years of experience working with children. I worked in a day care facility during high school working with toddlers and the after school program with elementary aged kids. I also was a nanny for twin girls from when they were about 6 months - 4 years old!
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Amanda J.
Dorchester, MA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a counselor at an after school program grades pre-k to 5th grade. I helped with homework, supervised playtime, and anything else they needed. I have also worked at the Boston Childrens Museum as an interactive Visitor Exerience Associate. I am from Dorchester, but I spend a lot of time in Scituate and I have a...
Hello! In my 6+ years of professional experience, I have cared for and worked with children of all ages, from infants to teens. I worked as a lead teacher in various toddler and preschool classrooms, including Montessori; and an elementary non-profit after-school program. I planned and implemented curricula for children in...
Candice can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As the eldest child in my family, I've been watching children since my younger siblings were born. Now with over 10 years of childcare experience, I've worked as a babysitter, nanny, after school-program leader, youth center staff and camp counselor, connecting with children from various backgrounds and ages. Something I deeply...
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! My name is Pauline and I am a dedicated and experienced babysitter with over five years of childcare experience. I genuinely enjoy working with children and believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for them to thrive in. I have worked with families of all sizes and children of all ages, from infants...
Malita R.
Dorchester, MA
$15-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is pronounced Muh-Lee-Tuh. I am a Political Science major and Early Education minor. I have about two years of experience of working with youth and children in the educational field but I've been around kids all my life as I am the oldest American born child in my family.
l currently work as a Day Care /...
Malita can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a cheerful, Friendly and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children ages 1-8 nieces and nephew. I have coached soccer with kids ages 4-10 Playing outside, playing games and encouraging children to make friends with other. I also worked at after school program/day...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hi! My name is Lindsay and I am a 22-year-old college student living in Boston. I have worked with kids for as long as I can remember. I have done everything from babysitting, working at summer camps, and I worked at an after school program all throughout high school. I have experience with kids of all ages, from under 12 months...
Lindsay can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My passion for working with kids came naturally at a young age babysitting for my little cousins, neighborhood families and family friends. Growing up I would go to work with my mother, who worked in the Winthrop Public school systems as an occupational, and through this, I found that I had a strong passion for...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide tutoring and babysitting services to special needs students, after school and on weekends. I also provide PCA support to adults with spinal chord injury or have cerebral palsy. I also have a 26-year-old son - a US Navy veteran - who is currently away in college. I'm caring, patient and diligent.
Denzil can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Denzil was wonderful with our son. He came prepared with games and our son, who can be slow to warm up, was instantly drawn to his warm personality. I, the nervous parent, knew instantly that he was trustworthy and that our son would be in good hands. We would...
Jane P.
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
Rosa E.
Revere, MA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 11 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, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
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.
Diana M.
Boston, MA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Recent college graduate looking fro work taking care of children. I have been babysitting and nannying since high school along side working at my mothers daycare with 0-5-year-olds and at an after school program with 7-11-year-olds. I also have experience nannying in NYC.
5.0
"Diana is fun and energetic, sweet and responsible; strong communicator with a very happy personality. "
Holly N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I truly love working with children, and have been for 5 years. I currently work at a school for children diagnosed with Autism, and previously worked in a mental health clinic for adolescents. I support parents in the evenings and weekends, as I do work full time throughout the week. I have a clean driving record, and...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Amazing caretaker!! Brianna is patient and fun and makes my son feel excited to start his morning. She shows great interest in my son, she's very creative in getting him to talk and this has given him confidence!"
Sondra M.
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nisha looked after our infant son full time starting when he was about 7 months old. I loved that she went outside with him daily to get plenty of fresh air, whenever possible. She also helped introduce and give solids, which was a huge help for us. Apart from...
Magdalena A.
5.0
(2)
Hi families, I'm Katie! I'm a 30-year-old full time professional, living in the Boston area. I am starting a new position this August and am looking to pick up some work before then. I have full availability right now for babysitting or errand running. I have many years of experience working with children (ages newborn-teen) as...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Katie has dedicated herself to fostering relationships with her family, friends, colleagues, and the community members that she serves as a social worker for Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Katie knows what it takes to make strong connections, and she...
Richie I.
Briana T.
Everett, MA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Briana I am 24 years old. When I turned 14, I started watching my little cousins and realized how much I love children. I continued to babysit, and when I turned 17 I got my first job at an after school program where I took on an important role of caring for children from grades kindergarten to eighth grade. I...
Briana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Briana is an amazing babysitter and great with early childhood aged children. She is very warm-hearted, kind, and a hard worker. Briana actively plays with the kids, does arts and crafts with them, and makes sure that they are doing some type of activity during...
Care member
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I worked as an elementary instructional assistant and after school teacher in Watertown from 2012-2014. I taught and cared for many students everyday, and had so much fun with them! I also have years of experience with babysitting children of all ages from infants to teenagers. I have many babysitting/nannying references that...
Meghan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Meghan has helped out with our 10-month-old on multiple occasions, and has done a great job taking care of him and playing with him; he's quite sad when she has to leave! She was also the first babysitter to get our son down for a nap successfully, which required a...
Eric R.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I recently moved to the area with my husband, but previously worked with a family for three years (2018 to 2021) picking up and watching the kids (ages started: 4 and 7, ended 7 and 11) after school. I also have extensive experience caring for infants and toddlers from caring for my niece, now 2. 5, most Saturdays since she...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed Michelle for a full-time position on short notice. She is a sweet and smart young lady. I felt assured that my baby would be safe and well looked after in her care. She was very accommodating and asked questions that showed her genuine desire to have...
Priya M.
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Dorchester, MA
Denzil P.
5.0
Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He would take our son to the local park and I always felt confident that no matter what came up, Denzil could handle it. I should add that our son (then nine) could...
- Alysia A.
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
Diana M.
5.0
Diana is fun and energetic, sweet and responsible; strong communicator with a very happy personality.
- Holly N.
Brianna W.
5.0
Amazing caretaker!! Brianna is patient and fun and makes my son feel excited to start his morning. She shows great interest in my son, she's very creative in getting him to talk and this has given him confidence!
- Sondra M.
Nisha D.
5.0
Nisha looked after our infant son full time starting when he was about 7 months old. I loved that she went outside with him daily to get plenty of fresh air, whenever possible. She also helped introduce and give solids, which was a huge help for us. Apart from doing a great job keeping our little...
- Magdalena A.
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FAQs for after school child care in Dorchester, MA
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Dorchester, MA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Dorchester, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of February 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 Dorchester, MA?
Care.com currently has 8 after school child care providers in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, 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.