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60 after school child care are listed in Tacoma, WA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 5 years
After school child care in Tacoma, WA
Julienne J.
Tacoma, WA
$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Willing To Watch Kids/pets When I'm Not At Work.
5.0
(2)
I have volunteered at an after-school tutoring program, as well as babysit a special needs boy before and after school. My mom had an in-home daycare growing up so I have experience being in a daycare as well as providing care to many children. My goal is to be able to financially support myself, while taking real estate...
Julienne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julienne is hard working, diligent, compassionate and empathetic. She takes her responsibilities very seriously and is committed to getting her responsibilities done with excellence. She is trustworthy, energetic and a joy to be around. She is a really great...
Ron J.
Tyra T.
Tacoma, WA
$22-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been watching children since the age of 13. I grew up helping out with my siblings, cousins, and neighbors kids of all ages. I am 26 years old with a General Studies Associate degree from Pierce College. I currently work as a program manager for a before & after school program and I'm in school for my Bachelor's in...
Tyra can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Tyra's babysitted for us a few times, and she's always been friendly and dependable. Our baby girl also seems to like her, since she'll be smiling up at her when Trya's near her. :)"
Delci G.
Arianna R.
Tacoma, WA
$26-27/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Arianna I am 26 years old. I've worked with kids in ice skating for the past 5 years. I've helped learn to skate at recreation center. If you have any more questions feel free to contact me anytime. I'm available 7 days a week and have a pretty flexible schedule. In addition I currently have worked for mad science...
Arianna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"She was wonderful from the beginning. She is very good replying to my messages.
We had an interview and she even hung out a little with us because my daughter liked her so much! She also was able to come over on short notice when I had important unplanned doctor...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Zoie. I am a junior in college and am familiar with Care. com. I have been working with children for about three years now! I love taking care of babies and kids especially 1 year-10 years old. I worked at the YMCA for a year and a half. While there I was a part of the Youth Program working in the Drop-in...
Zoie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Zoie was the first babysitter we have ever hired; the first person who wasn't family to watch our 2 kiddos (ages 8 and 5). Zoie is a good communicator and punctual. When she came over for the interview, my kids really took to her! When it was time for her to leave...
Bryan H.
Ludmela V.
Tacoma, WA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am excited for the opportunity to provide care for your family!
I have a lot of experience with childcare, your kiddos will be in good hands. I have worked as a full time nanny for a 1-2-year-old child (happy to provide a reference). I am also one of 10 kids and spent a lot of my childhood/young adulthood taking care...
Ludmela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ludmela was positive, friendly and appropriately inquisitive. She had to deal with a couple challenges with our 1 and 4-year-old daughters during the night and got through it and got them to sleep (and go back to sleep) through the night. Our 4-year-old enjoyed her...
Joshua M.
Marin M.
Tacoma, WA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've spent the last four years as a childcare provider because I am passionate about caring for children and making a positive impact on their lives. I've worked in childcare whether it's day camps, after school programs, sports camps, or babysitting and nannying. I'm calm, patient, and friendly, and I enjoy spending time with...
Marin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Liza S.
Tacoma, WA
$10-15/hr
I M A Mom Of Three Oldest Soon To Be 7, 5 And 31/2. I Live In North Tacoma Stay At Home Mom
Before I had children I did after school care for junior highers. I now I watch a almost 2-year-old about 10 hours a week. And I have three children of my own ages 6, 5 and 3
I am an esthetician but taking some years off to be with my kids.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! Thank you for reading my bio. I have experience working with children of all ages as I am the oldest child in a very large family. I have also tutored children ages 10-15 for after school programs, I have worked with special needs children through special olympics for 3 years and love to keep children active and entertained....
Sbeydy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am Allison! I have 3 years of experience with babysitting and taking care of children. I am a college student at Pacific Lutheran University, I am the oldest of two younger sisters, and I have been a church camp counselor and vacation bible school leader all throughout high school. I can help with Travel, Errands, Carpooling,...
Allison can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nyahyul D.
Tacoma, WA
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi my name is Nyahyul I recently graduated from high school, I first started babysitting at 12 for my auntie with her newborn and two younger kids for almost a year and a half. I then got a job at after school program were I'd watch kids from 5-17 for 4 hours for 5 days of the week. I'm very experienced with kids and love...
My name is Danielle!
I have worked with school-aged children for 7 years in before and after school programs. I am currently a student teacher and am set to finish my degree in elementary education in early June. I have a current first aid and CPR training.
I love arts and crafts, STEM projects, and I am very passionate about...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am 30 years old in Tacoma. I have been taking care of children since I was 10. From the time I was 10 to the time I turned 12 I was a mama's helper. When I turned 12 I took a babysitting class and became a babysitter. I started to nanny when I was 17. I was a nanny for almost 2 years. I worked in a private elementary school...
Robyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Nekaiya L.
Tacoma, WA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I am a positive and thorough 22-year-old with 7 years of childcare experience. I have coached gymnastics, babysat, led after school programs, and currently work with foster kids at an adolescent transitional living program. I enjoy cleaning, cooking, crafting, and am passionate in teaching children. I am looking for extra...
Nekaiya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Breanna H.
Tacoma, WA
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
With over 13 years of childcare experience, I bring a deep passion for supporting children's growth in a nurturing, safe, and organized environment. My experience includes working at a Waldorf school where I assisted in teaching early childhood and ran the after school childcare program. It has instilled the importance of a...
Breanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Vivian! I live in Tacoma!
I have past experience watching children for an extended period of time as part of a paid after-school program and also just experience from babysitting younger siblings since they were first born.
I am also CPR certified as well as certified in first aid.
I also have a lot of...
Vivian can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello my name is Ariel. I am a prospective childcare provider look to help families with their childcare needs which includes after school care or weekend care. I have experience with children of all ages. I use to work with children of ages between 4 year- 13 years as a site director which I created activities for the children...
Ariel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I grew up with my parents owning an In-Home Daycare. From a very young age I was helping out and loved being with other kids. Once in Middle School, I started working in the Daycare after school. I began working full time as a Teachers Assistant after graduating High School. Throughout the years I have worked at many camps as a...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been working with kids and youth in after school programs for most of my working career. I'm just comfortable working with one child as I am working with 20 and equally composed be we at the Aquarium during Sea-fair or at home working on homework.
I now work with Mary Bridge as a Gaming Technology Specialist bring the...
Alexander can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
I worked for Kama'aina care on Oahu for four years. I worked on Oahu in Kailua as a group leader. I was also a Site Coordinator for the YMCA in Oregon. I was responsible for 30 children before and after school ranging from K-6 grade. I am a Mother of Two intelligent and independent grown people. I have not worked in the...
Cheri can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
I am a retired school teacher with extensive experience working with children from preschool through middle school. Since retiring, I've managed my two grandsons' before- and after-school activities and created engaging summer programs. I offer a broad range of household support, including running errands, providing...
David can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Tacoma, WA
Julienne J.
5.0
Julienne is hard working, diligent, compassionate and empathetic. She takes her responsibilities very seriously and is committed to getting her responsibilities done with excellence. She is trustworthy, energetic and a joy to be around. She is a really great person.
- Ron J.
Tyra T.
5.0
Tyra was great with my girls, I could tell they really liked her!
- Maria V.
Arianna R.
5.0
Arianna is great with our 6 year old! She is attentive, punctual, and has a positive attitude. She goes above what we have expected. For example it's not required for us but she will tidy up the house when she can and help out with homework which is a great bonus for us. Our son is always asking...
- Tracy N.
Zoie G.
5.0
Zoie was the first babysitter we have ever hired; the first person who wasn't family to watch our 2 kiddos (ages 8 and 5). Zoie is a good communicator and punctual. When she came over for the interview, my kids really took to her! When it was time for her to leave they were already asking when she...
- Bryan H.
Ludmela V.
5.0
Ludmela was positive, friendly and appropriately inquisitive. She had to deal with a couple challenges with our 1 and 4-year-old daughters during the night and got through it and got them to sleep (and go back to sleep) through the night. Our 4-year-old enjoyed her company and was disappointed she...
- Joshua M.
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FAQs for after school child care in Tacoma, WA
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Tacoma, WA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Tacoma, WA through Care.com will cost an average of $20.19 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 Tacoma, WA?
Care.com currently has 26 after school child care providers in Tacoma, WA. 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 Tacoma, WA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA, 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.
Ratings for Tacoma, WA after school child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Child Care in Tacoma, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed after school child care.