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41 after school child care are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 7 years
After school child care in Grand Rapids, MI
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a kindergarten teacher, looking to get back into nannying this summer! I am so passionate about teaching and caring for children. Outside of my 3 years as a teacher, I've been an after-school nanny and a summer nanny for 6+ years. My favorite parts of caring for children include helping littles learn through play,...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tori is amazing! We are so sad she isn't able to work with us moving forward do to her school schedule... She has been amazing during this dry challenging school year and our daughter just loves her! She goes the extra mile everyday. Anyone would be lucky to...
Christel K.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...
Jessalynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and...
Jennifer C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 9. I helped my mom raise my little brother and sister. I have interned in high school with an after school program for children of all ages. I was an early childhood development teacher at a private school for 2 years for 18 to 30 months. I am now an associate teacher for 3 and 4-year-olds. I...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madelyn, and I am a 2nd Grade Teacher. I have been teaching for the past 4 years and absolutely love what I do. I am looking for a part-time job this summer. I grew up babysitting 3 different families. Each family was unique with different needs. I have cared for infants, toddlers, and school aged kids. It was a...
Madelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We couldn't have asked for a better nanny with Madelyn. She worked fantastically with our son and did many small chores around the home as well. We rarely needed to explain much as she was very observant and caught on quickly. We will miss her as our nanny!"
Alex W.
Mykala V.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Available On Weeknights And After School Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Mykala! I am a recent graduate from Central Michigan University where I studied Therapeutic Recreation with a minor in Disability Studies and Community Inclusion. I have 10+ years of experience in caretaking (children and adults). I currently work part time as a recreation therapist and I'm looking for week night/...
Mykala can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi families! I am seeking a part-time or occasional nanny/babysitting position. I have experience as an early learning assistant teacher, a summer nanny, and a before and after school childcare site supervisor. I am CPR certified, have reliable transportation, possess an extensive understanding of child development, and have 8+...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ashley R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've worked with children at an after school day program assisting with homework, and creating recreational and educational activities.
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Cami V.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I do independent CLS work with individual clients via their parent/guardian, working hand in hand with their supports coordinators through network 180. Working with special needs is my passion and what my career life has consisted mostly of. The ICLS work I do is very flexible and leaves plenty of random availability for...
Cami can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi! I'm Natalia, but I will answer to any variation of the name, and I have quite a few unique nicknames that kids have given me over the years! I have 10 years of experience to offer; I started off as the classic babysitter after school, and then I worked for six years at the YMCA in their After Care Program, providing...
Natalia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Victoria P.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a grand valley nursing student who hopes to go into pediatrics. I have many years of experience babysitting and years of volunteer experience at an elementary after school program. I love to do all kinds of activities and can always find ways to be engaged with the children I babysit. I am also CPR certified and have...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Melia C.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I babysat a family for 3 years and would occasionally babysit other families. I would pick the kids up from school and take them to after school activities and make them dinner, also would work some weekends when the parents went out. They had a dog I would take care of too and when they went out of town I would help with the...
Melia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Hi, I am Carli and I am hoping to find some jobs around the area after school hours or on the weekends. I currently teach 6th grade special education and I graduated from college in the spring of 23.
I have been working around kids ever since I can remember. My mom ran a summer daycare out of our home and I started babysit in...
Carli can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Madelynn B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$11-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate And Goofy Sitter Ready To Bring Smiles
Hello! I am an animal lover passionate about working with kids. My goal is to become a school social worker. I want to be able to provide resources to specifically children in need. I have years of experience ranging back from my childhood to adulthood. When I was younger I was a frequent babysitter for my neighbors, family...
Madelynn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Makenna C.
Grand Rapids, MI
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Makenna! I am a compassionate person with 9 years of experience working with children. Some of my previous jobs include after-school staff, babysitter, and live-in nanny, and I currently work at a youth residential treatment home.
I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children of all...
Makenna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Jesse and I am a Middle School Math Teacher at West Michigan Academy of Science. I specialize in school aged/middle school kids. I have about 7 years of experience working with kids through teaching, coaching basketball, substitute teaching all grades, and being a site coordinator for a before and after school care...
Jesse can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Madison R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey parents/ guardians! I'm Maddy and I'm looking for a job in the mount pleasant or midland areas starting next fall! I currently nanny a sweet 6-month-old, in the Grand Rapids area, but I'm moving north in August! I've worked with kids 3 months- teenagers working as a nanny, a daycare worker, an after school program teacher,...
Madison can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have a total of about six years of experience working with children. I have experience working in an after-school program for kids. On a daily basis, I would plan and play games and sports, help kids with homework, assist with projects, etc. I have been a nanny for children of all ages, including infants and toddlers. I used...
Joni can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Hello! I have been an active babysitter since I was 16 years old, leaving me with 10 years of experience. I currently work full-time as a School Psychologist for a local school district. I have graduate training in child development and applied behavior analysis. I have experience working with kids with disabilities, including...
Ashlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
has been working with children since high school. I have 3 years of experience babysitting children ages 6month-9yrs. I have 5 years of experience as a dance teacher for kids ages 3-18. I am a registered behavioral technician. I have experience working with children diagnosed with autism and Down syndrome. I have been fortunate...
Emma can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello! my name is Haylee I am 22 and have had over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've babysat, nannied, worked for a child care after-school program, been a summer camp counselor, been an assistant teacher in a daycare, and run the children's program for my church. I currently work in a school and need...
Haylee can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Grand Rapids, MI
Victoria C.
5.0
Tori is amazing! We are so sad she isn't able to work with us moving forward do to her school schedule... She has been amazing during this dry challenging school year and our daughter just loves her! She goes the extra mile everyday. Anyone would be lucky to have Tori as their caregiver.
- Christel K.
Jessalynn O.
5.0
Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and loving caretaker.
- Jennifer C.
Madelyn A.
5.0
We couldn't have asked for a better nanny with Madelyn. She worked fantastically with our son and did many small chores around the home as well. We rarely needed to explain much as she was very observant and caught on quickly. We will miss her as our nanny!
- Alex W.
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FAQs for after school child care in Grand Rapids, MI
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Grand Rapids, MI through Care.com will cost an average of $15.29 per hour as of March 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
Care.com currently has 28 after school child care providers in Grand Rapids, MI. 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Grand Rapids, MI 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 Grand Rapids, MI, 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.