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24 after school child care are listed in Lakeland, FL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 6 years
After school child care in Lakeland, FL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, family. My name is Rachel P, I am a soon-to-be Elementary Teacher studying at Southeastern University. I am looking to support a family while on Summer Break (May until August). For my experience, I have been babysitting since I was 11, grew up with younger siblings, worked in two separate daycares, nannied several times,...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is fantastic. She is kind, patient, communicative, imaginative, full of fun, and basically a modern day Mary Poppins. We love her! She sat for us (Boy, 5mo/Girl 3.5 yrs) several times, even once while the kids were sick, and we plan on continuing to use her...
Melissa M.
Lacey H.
Lakeland, FL
$18-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lacey and I'm in my junior year at Southeastern University. I am pursuing a bachelor's degree in social work! I moved to Lakeland, Florida two years ago from Dallas, Texas. Fun fact: I was born and raised in Jacksonville, FL where I lived for 14 years until my family moved to Dallas, TX. The city of Jax still holds a...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lacey is extremely dependable, protective, punctual and responsive. She's always been so joyful with my four boys and knows how to engage on their level. She started nannying for me when my fourth born son was less than a month old, and she always ensured his...
Karla E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an energetic caregiver and a mother of 3 children. I have worked as church Sunday school nursery teacher for over 12 plus years. I love to teach, sing and play with children. I am comfortable with new born babies and even older children. I adjust easily with children and try to find ways of being comfortable with me. I have...
Emilliana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emilliana took care of our daughter from 6 months to 17 months, and we cannot be any more grateful for her kindness, her patience and her loving care for our daughter. We trust Emilliana with our life. She is reliable, intelligent, down-to-earth and has the right...
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Erika G.
Lakeland, FL
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have experience with both preschool and school aged children. I worked with preschoolers in high school while taking DCF courses, along with that I babysat after school.
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I have 3 years of experience. I worked in a preschool setting with 2-3-year-olds and also have worked in after school care with ages kindergarten to third grade. I love Jesus and kids and want to play a part in having an impact on our future generation!
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been taking care of children/ infants most of my life .. I'm a mom of 3 girls & a Mimi of 4 beautiful grandchildren .
I have worked for resurrection Catholic school I taught third grade/preschool after school care
I have been nanny of multiple families, and still in contact with all of the children and families
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Taylor M.
Lakeland, FL
$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am number 4 of 5 children. The older 3 all have children. I've been the designated babysitter since I was 12. I even have babysat around the neighborhood in High school. Since then I was a Nanny for 2 children. I would bring them to school (2 different schools), pick them up, clean, and prepare snacks and dinner. I am still...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Hello! My name is Kaeley and I am a Kindergarten teacher in Lakeland, FL. I moved to Lakeland 8 years ago from northern NY. I have several years of babysitting experience and have been teaching for about 10 years.
On my free time, I love to spend time with my family, especially my own two little ones! I am currently looking to...
Kaeley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rebecca. I have two daughters of my own. 3 and 1 1/2. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and my mom signed me up for a babysitting course. During high school I worked in the daycare located on campus during school hours and after school I worked at a local daycare center. I've also completed many child care...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
I used to be an After School Enrichment teacher at a Montessori school and I still occasionally substitute there. I am currently in college, and this type of work is how I am paying for it. I work professionally with ages 3 - 15 and am DCF certified to work with children from birth. I also have 7 years of volunteer experience in...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Maddy and I am in my junior year at Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida. I am currently pursuing a degree in graphic design! I am originally from Alabama, but moved to Lakeland two years ago for school! I have been a nanny since I was in high school, and have had the opportunity to work for several...
Madalynne can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Brittni! I've been a registered nurse for the past 10 years with five+ years of pediatric hematology/oncology experience. I have worked kids of all ages, from newborns to teenagers/young adults. Although parenting styles and techniques differ from family to family, I will gladly work with parents/caregivers to provide...
Brittni can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am currently an elementary teacher in Charlotte-Mecklenburg county. I love watching kids learn and explore. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and I have 6 years experience as a certified teacher. I have experience with children all the way from newborn to 13 years as well as children with special needs. Safety and...
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hi!! I have years of experience babysitting, nannying, pet-sitting, etc. I have worked as a children's director at my home church, I have been a summer nanny for 3 years for different families, and I casually babysit all year round. I have experience watching children ages 0-13 years old.
I'd describe my personality as...
Joryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Elizabeth F.
Lakeland, FL
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I love kids and I can do whatever is needed. Run errands, walk dogs, travel, pickup, take kids to after school activities, prep simple meals, homework, house chores, etc.
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ana and I have been working with children for 8 years through babysitting, church ministries, after school activities and camps! I have grown to love all children no matter their background. It is always a joy to help families get the care they need!
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of 4 boys from 8-18. I have been married for 15 years to my amazing husband. My family moved to Florida 4 years ago and we love it here. We started in the Hillsborough County area and now we call Winter Haven home. My kids really like the area and so do we. As a home health aide I cared for disabled children, adults...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica is amazing, not only do I feel safe with her watching my girls but she has basically become a part of our family. I can not recommend her enough. "
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Maria Daniela A.
Winter Haven, FL
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've worked as a sitter for multiple years. I started at the age of 16 until 21. With that being said my responsibilities where picking up the children from school, providing them transportation to their after school activites, helping them out with their homework and taking care of chores around the house. Since then I've been...
Maria Daniela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I was previously a Lead Teacher for 2's, and I helped out in other classes when needed. I also babysat a few students after school or on the weekends! I'm currently a Cast Member at Disney World in Orlando.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Morgan was my daughter Scarlett’s teacher for awhile and she is the absolute best! She taught my daughter more in a few months than anyone else has been able to teach her in over a year. Scarlett still asks for Mrs. Morgan almost everyday because she loves her so...
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Madelynn F.
Plant City, FL
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is maddy and I am 18 years old currently in school for dental hygiene. I have always had a passion for working with kids. I work at an after school program called HOST for 2 years and I also watch my family's children every chance I get. I have my own way of transportation and would love to get to watch your babies!!
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Lakeland, FL
Rachel P.
5.0
Rachel is fantastic. She is kind, patient, communicative, imaginative, full of fun, and basically a modern day Mary Poppins. We love her! She sat for us (Boy, 5mo/Girl 3.5 yrs) several times, even once while the kids were sick, and we plan on continuing to use her when she returns from summer break....
- Melissa M.
Lacey H.
5.0
Lacey is extremely dependable, protective, punctual and responsive. She's always been so joyful with my four boys and knows how to engage on their level. She started nannying for me when my fourth born son was less than a month old, and she always ensured his safety and upmost care.
- Karla E.
Emilliana K.
5.0
Emilliana took care of our daughter from 6 months to 17 months, and we cannot be any more grateful for her kindness, her patience and her loving care for our daughter. We trust Emilliana with our life. She is reliable, intelligent, down-to-earth and has the right family values and high standards for...
- Care member
Jessica B.
5.0
Jessica is amazing, not only do I feel safe with her watching my girls but she has basically become a part of our family. I can not recommend her enough.
- Care member
Morgan W.
5.0
Morgan was my daughter Scarlett’s teacher for awhile and she is the absolute best! She taught my daughter more in a few months than anyone else has been able to teach her in over a year. Scarlett still asks for Mrs. Morgan almost everyday because she loves her so much! 10/10 recommend Morgan to help...
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FAQs for after school child care in Lakeland, FL
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Lakeland, FL?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Lakeland, FL through Care.com will cost an average of $16.31 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 Lakeland, FL?
Care.com currently has 16 after school child care providers in Lakeland, FL. 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 Lakeland, FL?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Lakeland, FL 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 Lakeland, FL, 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.