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60 after school child care are listed in Dorchester, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 5 years
After school child care in Dorchester, MA
Samantha D.
Quincy, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Creative, Energetic Nanny (Available For Part Or Full-Time Work)
5.0
(2)
I am an experienced nanny and absolutely love working with kids! Growing up in a big family, I was always the babysitter for my siblings and cousins. I was the neighborhood babysitter as well, caring for children from the stages of infancy (3wks old) to the after school stage (12yrs old). When I entered into college, I got a job...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Sam is wonderful. She is loving, hard working and became a part of our family. We miss her!"
Rebecca E.
Nawapad C.
Brighton, MA
$27/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello, I'm From Thailand But Already Move To Newton Massachusetts On 2021
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nawapad but I go by Emma, I am Thai. I have so many years of experience working with children
I am a nanny for current family with baby for a couple of months but before that I am a nanny for another family for one year and five months unfortunately, They are moving back to Germany I am taking care of little...
Nawapad can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"We feel very fortunate to have met and worked with Nawapad - and stopped only because our parents decided to stay with us. Nawapad is caring and super organized - reading and inventing games to play with our baby son all day. We often discover, to our surprise and...
Yun F.
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, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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.
Michaela W.
Quincy, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced College Bound, Searching For Summer And After-School Babysitting Job
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile and childcare experience. As my profile shows, I have experience with infants, toddlers and school-aged children. I really enjoy working with children and keeping their experiences exciting and safe.
I am a lifelong MA resident and a proud member of a military family who...
Michaela can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Michaela babysat my 2 girls, ages 2 and 4, for 15 hours a week for the last 3 months. She spent the mornings with my 2 year old while my oldest attended school. After picking up my older daughter from school, she watched both children through the afternoon. She...
Caitlin B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in a big, extended family and I have spent my whole life playing, caring, and sitting for family members and neighbors. For my first nanny jobs I worked in the Chicago suburbs for 2 different families. My job duties included laundry, breakfast/lunch, sweeping floors, letting the dogs out and of course playing every...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Sarah is wonderful. She goes the second mile and enjoys helping others."
Jill B.
Esther J.
Somerville, MA
$30-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.9
(18)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"On time, full of enthusiasm and competence, and great with our 8 month old and 3 year old. We appreciate you, Esther!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking to do after school/date nights/weekend babysitting. I graduated from the University of Maine where I majored in communications and minored in childhood development. I have 10+ years of childcare ranging from the ages of 1 to 12.
I have always enjoyed spending time, looking after and working with kids. After I...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Gabby has recently come aboard to assist our family with after school childcare for our two elementary school aged children. She has proven to be a terrific help - engaging with our children, helpful with related errands and tasks, reliable, responsible, mature,...
Heather J.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Eva. I'm a 2018 graduate from Bates College, and currently work as a server. I have a real passion for working with children of all ages. I admire their unfiltered truths and love of life. I'm filled with energy and empathy. My goofball nature and ability to be quiet/calm when called for makes me a real toddler...
Eva can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eva is awesome! She has been a wonderful babysitter for our ~1 year old daughter. Eva was her first babysitter, and it took time and patience to get over her stranger anxiety and build trust. Eva is now a dear friend for both our younger child and her older brother...
Shantanu J.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an empty-nester with two grown daughters and was a stay at home mom and loved it. I am looking forward to becoming a grandmother in the future but enjoy being around children as I miss it. I have been an occasional babysitter for various families after school and evenings. Last year, I took care of a 10-month-old boy twice a...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Linda was very engaged with our one year old child. She sang and played with him, and took him on long walks. He really enjoyed the time spent with her. His favorite book is one she got him for his birthday, which was really sweet of her. She is also good with...
Gilad S.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
"
Alison M.
Bella T.
Boston, MA
$28/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Bella and I'll be 23 years old this coming fall. I have previously worked full time with two families for nearly three years. The children ranged in ages from infancy to 9 years old. My responsibilities with my previous employers have included cooking & bottle feeding, pickup and drop off from school and after school...
Bella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a hard working recent college graduate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a BA in Psychology. I have been babysitting for neighbors and family friends since I was 14 years old, and throughout college I took small babysitting jobs in addition to working as an Autism Support Specialist and Direct Care...
Marybeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary arrived on time and did exactly what we needed! Thank you and will hire again!"
Ashley F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I have been an RN for 36 years. I have recently retired, and I have a lot of availability and flexibility. I am CPR certified. My RN license is and spotless! I am very active and energetic! I am very attentive, reliable. I will pick up and drop off to after school activities. Their playtime is playtime for me too! I like to get...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary is the best! When I had to leave my kitten home alone for the first time since I got her, I knew I needed to hire someone I completely trusted because this cat is practically my child. Mary took excellent care of my mischievous, playful, energetic cat while...
Arianna B.
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
My name is Olivia and I am 26 years old. I completed my BFA degree at Emerson College and work in marketing from M-F. I have experience working with pre-K - middle school aged children in nannying, tutoring, and after-school programs. I love creative activities, especially anything art and writing! I am CPR and AED certified as...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia volunteered as a youth mentor in our non-profit program for two years. She is dedicated, reliable and communicative. Olivia engaged her mentee in enrichment activities each week, encouraging creativity, physical activity and academic interests. Olivia...
Maureen D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently a nanny for an 18-month-old boy in the South End. Unfortunately this position is coming to an end.
I'm best suited and happy as a nanny despite having a business degree. I wholeheartedly love working with children. Being around children is effortless and a natural gift of mine. I'm the eldest child of several...
Chauna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chauna came to the rescue when our regular sitter had a last minute conflict and we needed coverage while we worked from home. She is a real-life Mary Poppins w an intuitive gift for connecting with children. Her presence is calming. She asked thoughtful questions...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Clare. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember over the last 10 years, and have extensive experience with kids of any and all ages. I have nannied for multiple families with infants/children below 12 months, assisted with transport of kids for after-school activities, and worked with many special...
Clare can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Clare babysat for us while we vacationed in NYC.
She was a pleasure and we would be happy to use her anytime we come to town"
Cassidy D.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I my name is Sydney, I am a full time marketer from home, and part time babysitter! I live in Brookline and looking to do week night/weekend babysitting around the area. I would even be willing to babysit during the day as long as you're comfortable with me doing some work! I am dedicated, hardworking, and ready for...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney is friendly and kind. My kids immediately took to her, including my son, who is very shy. She is calm and patient and very reliable. We are lucky to have her."
Jennifer M.
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Dorchester, MA
Samantha D.
5.0
Sam is wonderful. She is loving, hard working and became a part of our family. We miss her!
- Rebecca E.
Nawapad C.
5.0
I cannot write enough to convey our appreciation and wonderful experience working with Nawapad. We connected with Nawapad through Care.com, and after chatting on video and then in person, were fortunate enough to have her accept our offer. In addition to her impeccable resume and references, our...
- Yun F.
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.
Michaela W.
5.0
Michaela babysat my 2 girls, ages 2 and 4, for 15 hours a week for the last 3 months. She spent the mornings with my 2 year old while my oldest attended school. After picking up my older daughter from school, she watched both children through the afternoon. She was extremely reliable and always...
- Caitlin B.
Sarah G.
5.0
Sarah was so wonderful with our daughter. She was very patient and took naps with her when she wouldn't sleep without someone holding her. She loved playing with her all day and they both were always laughing. We were very sad to see her move!
- Amanda C.
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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 $21.50 per hour as of April 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 10 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.