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Anna Laura S.
Ladera Ranch, CA
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Also A Spanish Teacher And I Love To Give The Kids The Opportunity To Learn A New Lenguaje.
Hello! I'm Anna Laura, and I've been a nanny for 10 years. I've had the pleasure of babysitting for various families, from lively groups of boys to a special needs child in a wheelchair. I love children with all my heart and strive to create a safe, fun, and educational environment whether it's playing games, helping with...
Anna Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Debra 29 years of caring for kids. I decided to relocate to Orange County to be closer to family. I was licensed for 14 kids as well as before and after school programs. Very excited to start a new career in Orange County caring for kids of any age- I have experience with newborns and up and have unlimited...
Debra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Debbie always loved my child as her own and was so personable. She answered all concerns with knowledge about child development. As a teacher, u was extremely impressed with her care first and academic focus second "
Care member
Pauline L.
Aliso Viejo, CA
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I am 36 years old. I have a reliable car and a flexible schedule. I have taken on a few assignments on this site and have really enjoyed it. The assignments have been mainly before and after school transportation and care. I am very punctual and eager to help the family however I can. I am also open to babysitting for date...
Pauline can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"Love Pauline! Exceptional in any task that needs to be complete. She's genuine, kind, loving, never misses a beat, and honest. "
Samar E.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Meri and I am a TK teacher. In 2018, I graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education, and I will be starting my master's course work soon!
I really love reading to young children and have 3 bookcases full of children's books in my home. I enjoy getting creative...
Meri can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Meri is a wonderful person! She was my daughter's ECE teacher and is now our regular babysitter. She always shows up with crafts to do with the kids and is wonderful at keeping them occupied and entertained. I always feel safe with Meri! "
Molly C.
Colette A.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$22-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic, Experienced Sitter And Educator
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Colette and I am 23-year-old recent graduate with my masters and teaching credential from Cal State Fullerton (Dec 22), who works currently as as a full time substitute while looking for teaching jobs to start in the fall. I love working with children and it would be great to have work over the summer...
Colette can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Deborah D.
Aliso Viejo, CA
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Deborah! I'm 34 years old and a single parent of a 9-year-old. I work from home with flex hours, and I nanny on the side to put money in my son's college fund. I'm a homeowner in Aliso Viejo since 2009.
I started babysitting when I was 12 and have never stopped. I love being around kids and have experience with...
Deborah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Deborah on very short notice, but still wanted to do a thorough review. She was very quick with references, approving her background check, and she came up on very short notice for an in-person interview. Great on the job too. Kept my daughter safe and...
David R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mom of 3. 23, 20 and 17 years old Been married for 25 years. Our 17-year-old is a junior in high school and loves children just like I do. I miss the crafts, playing outside, play dates, not really the homework struggles though.. I'm looking for kiddos to pick up from school, take to after school activities, manage...
Caylin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amazing! Reliable! Super sweet with the kids and always flexible with our crazy life. "
Care member
Debra M.
Capistrano Beach, CA
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am the mother of two young adults. I was fortunate enough to be a stay at home mom. I am ok with taking children to their after-school activities, helping with homework and their other responsibilities. I will also do small tasks that are needed such as getting dinner started. I will also take care of your pets dinnertime too....
Debra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Debbi is my assistant in an elementary Special Education classroom. She is one of the hardest working assistants that I've ever had! Debbi arrives on time, rarely takes a break because she's always looking for ways to help in my classroom, and she often stays...
Colleen O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families! I have over 15 years experience working with young children from newborns to teenagers. Whether it is volunteering at church in the Children's Ministry, raising my own children, or after school tutoring K-6th graders, I am absolutely passionate about our future adults. I am blessed to be a stay-at-home mother to...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer is awesome! She was available at the last minute, when my babysitter flaked! She's sweet, professional, and loves what she does! She's not the kind of sitter that needs to be told what to do. She just gets it! She's very organized and hands on! I will...
Suzanne H.
5.0
(3)
I have over two decades of paid childcare experience.
My sister was born when I was 10 and both my parents worked so I ended up caring for her a lot.
I then quickly became the go-to baby-sitter for the families on my street starting at age 11 & continuing through high school.
During community college I nannied and from that...
Maureen can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maureen was not only an excellent nanny for our special needs daughter but became very much a part of our extended support circle and honorary family member. We wish we could have kept her forever but because we moved across the country, we were forced to let her...
Care member
Hi, I live in Laguna Niguel. Have best experience caring for 2 years and up. Worked as a babysitter and camp counselor. Took care of my little cousins, niece, and nephew since they were infants as well.
Available to provide chilcare, carpool, after-school activities, and help around the house.
CPR certified.
I like working...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Mie L.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, energetic, trustworthy!
I like working with kids because every day is a new day. Working with kids is never boring because they bring so much insight into life!
I started working with kids when I was 18 working in an after school program!
In my spare time, I like to read, go hiking, paint,...
Mie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lauren W.
Dana Point, CA
$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Lauren. I have been babysitting for one year and have been working with children for coming up on four. Through the years I have worked as a summer camp counselor, a kindergarten bible instructor, and an after school care site leader. Through my experience caring for infants through I3-year-olds, I have become very...
Nora E.
Mission Viejo, CA
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nora, I am 25 years old and am currently attending college. I am fun, trustworthy, punctual and adaptable. I have always had a love for children because I grew up babysitting my little cousins and family members. I have attended many camps and sports growing up and know the impact a great leader can have in a...
Nora can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
AU PAIR * V. FAMILY * SEPTEMBER 2012 - PRESENT*
Manage household for single mother of 3 boys including assisting with homework, picking up from school, transporting to after school activities and mentoring with age appropriate advice. Duties also included preparing meals, running errands, light housework, and taking care of...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Samantha M.
Mission Viejo, CA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Samantha and I am a recent graduate from Nursing school in Des Moines, IA and also BLS/CPR certified. I grew up in Orange County, CA but decided to go to Iowa for college and now deciding to move back home and will be living in Mission Viejo while working and studying to take the NCLEX. While I was in Iowa I had a...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I love spending time with children. Seeing the world through their eyes as they explore and develop is beautiful. Be it after school activities, reading, playing games, homework or asking open ended questions, there's so much to learn.
I'm the mother of two grown children and aunt to many nieces and nephews. I'm happy to assist...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families!
Raising children takes a village, love, support and consistency especially in the world we are living today. I have been raising my 3 children on my own since 2016 (teens now), so I know what it takes to stay organized, run a household, be patient and understanding. I can help with crafts, activities, prepare...
Ginger can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey parents!! I recently stopped working for an after school program. During my time there I was able to work with children ages 6-15 and enjoyed every bit of it. I attend college and aspire to work in a field with children. I also love animals so if you have one that would be an added bonus!!
Skills:
First Aid
Sarah B.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$27/hr • 9 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Available Before And/or After School
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I currently have my degree in Early Childhood Education and hold an Early Childhood Teacher permit. I was in mod/severe special ed for the past 3 years, but recently quit. I remained as a sub in special ed so I can work when I want. I have been babysitting/nannying for various families for over 8 years. The main family (4 kids)...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Ladera Ranch, CA
Debra M.
5.0
Debbie always loved my child as her own and was so personable. She answered all concerns with knowledge about child development. As a teacher, u was extremely impressed with her care first and academic focus second
- Care member
Pauline L.
5.0
Love Pauline! Exceptional in any task that needs to be complete. She's genuine, kind, loving, never misses a beat, and honest.
- Samar E.
Meri B.
5.0
Meri is a wonderful person! She was my daughter's ECE teacher and is now our regular babysitter. She always shows up with crafts to do with the kids and is wonderful at keeping them occupied and entertained. I always feel safe with Meri!
- Molly C.
Deborah D.
5.0
Great experience. I highly recommend Deborah.
- Michele H.
Caylin W.
5.0
Amazing! Reliable! Super sweet with the kids and always flexible with our crazy life.
- Care member
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FAQs for after school child care in Ladera Ranch, CA
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Ladera Ranch, CA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Ladera Ranch, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $28.00 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 Ladera Ranch, CA?
Care.com currently has 1 after school child care providers in Ladera Ranch, CA. 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 Ladera Ranch, CA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Ladera Ranch, CA 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 Ladera Ranch, CA, 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.