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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. Following my junior year being cut short, I began working full time as a Teachers Assistant. Throughout the years I have worked at...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amy G.
Tacoma, WA
$19-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as energetic, optimistic, and creative
I like working with kids because they teach me new things. Every child is unique and brings their own challenges. Not only does it challenge me, but it build my problem solving skills, and the outcome is always satisfying knowing you were able to help.
I'm...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nyahyul D.
Tacoma, WA
$10-15/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...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Tallie and I'm 20 years old. I have been working with children professionally for 3 years. I have experience with foster care and the foster system and special or exceptional needs. I also was a nanny for 2 years for a family with 2 children before I went into the professional field. My degree program is Early...
Tallie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Tallie was great! She took our job with very short notice, had great communication and made us feel at ease leaving our kids with her. Our 1.5 year old had a lot of fun with her. Would definitely rehire again. "
Care member
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
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: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as fun, reliable and hardworking!
I like working with kids because they are amazing humans who are so fun and creative! I love helping them learn and challenge them to grow!
I started working with kids about 4 years ago, I worked at a family friend's daycare after school. Then I worked for other...
Gabrielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Margaret J.
Steilacoom, WA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Looking for after school care, someone to take the kids out of the house while you WFH, or just help keeping things clean and meals on the table, I'm your gal! I have a really diverse working background which shows that I thrive in any situation thrown at me. I am patient, caring, active, great at multitasking, responsible, I...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
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, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Jessica L.
Fife, WA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children, and I've had the pleasure of caring for children as a before and after school teacher and caregiver at Champions for the past year. As a creative, patient, and friendly caregiver, I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where children...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Delaney M.
Tacoma, WA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a sophomore in college with about 4 years of on-and-off babysitting experience and I'm seeking a family who needs after-school care (I have class until 3:00 p.m. most days). I also drive a reliable car and have a clean 3-year driving record, and could be available for pickup depending on timing. I have always loved...
Delaney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Leah G.
Puyallup, WA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had many years of experience working in my mothers in home preschool/daycare. I have had experience with helping after school children with homework and working with different types of curriculum. I am patient with children, and always want to have their needs, feelings, and opinions to come first.
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leah was an absolute delight to have care for our home and children over the last 6 months. She puts great attention and care into every task she performs! Absolutely would hire her again!"
Robin J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nicola and I have worked with children all my life as a nanny, a preschool teacher and in after school programs. My favorite ages and area of expertise is working with infants and toddlers. Prior to nannying the last few years I taught toddler's at a preschool for six years and got my Child Development Associate...
Nicola can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicola is very responsive, communicative, and easy to work with. She did wonderful with my little one and my little girl is a handful! Her experience as a pre-school teacher is awesome and she has lots of ideas how to work with kids and entertain them. It was...
Heidi V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love children, and pets. I've been a nanny since I was 15, and I have 5 sisters, 3 of which are younger than me. I can cook, clean, play with children, and help them learn. I worked at Kent Parks and Recreation for 2 years as an after school leader, helping the children learn how to take care of their bodies, and become...
Shaylin can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shaylin has been great with my son. She's watched him many date nights and a few work days too. Even though she hasn't seen my son as much as his usual caregiver, he knows her and loves her. She is sweet to him, patient and kind, attentive to his needs, and truly...
Alyse B.
Hannah B.
Seattle, WA
$30-46/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Hannah! I am a flight attendant with a very flexible schedule looking to fill my off days up with babysitting! I have been caring for kids since I was in high school. I have over 10 years of experience caring for kids ranging from young age to teenagers. I would take the kids to and from school and provide them with...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah is always on time, very caring, and we feel safe leaving our kids with her. Trying to break away and get out of the house with attached children is always hard for them and us, our kids enjoy having her watch them and it's getting easier every time! Coming...
Chris C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up, I was surrounded by big families. I grew up taking care of eveyones kids, nieces, nephews, sisters, and brothers. I have a little sister which I have the most babysitting experience with because both of our parents worked. I understand the struggles of families that did not have a reliable care taker for their...
Jessie Denise can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessie was fantastic for the time we had my Son visiting for the summer. She was never late and had no problem with the finer aspects of taking care of a younger son. If you need a referral for Jessie I would be happy to give it because we would hire her again...
Justin A.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jessi! I have 10 years of experience in childcare field, and I love what I do! From working in daycares, nannying, and babysitting. I am currently finishing up my BA in Elementary Education.
I've been a lead teacher in a private daycare as well as a household nanny with many references!
I am CPR and blood-borne...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ms.Jessie is the best nanny we have ever hired!!! My kids still talk about her to this day!"
Tyclee L.
4.9
(12)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
- Over 20 years dedicated to the early education field; substantial experience with children ages newborn-12 years, primarily as an as an in-home Nanny and household manager. Other titles I've held include: daycare infant and toddler teacher, preschool teacher, summer camp counselor, and before & after school program coordinator...
Bonny can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Bonny is an absolute pleasure and we loved having her in our home with our toddler! She is kind, respectful, trustworthy, and engaging, which were all important to us in hiring a babysitter. We would highly recommend Bonny to anyone needing care for their child!"
Sarah G.
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in University Place, WA
Tallie V.
5.0
Tallie was great! She took our job with very short notice, had great communication and made us feel at ease leaving our kids with her. Our 1.5 year old had a lot of fun with her. Would definitely rehire again.
- Care member
Leah G.
5.0
Leah was an absolute delight to have care for our home and children over the last 6 months. She puts great attention and care into every task she performs! Absolutely would hire her again!
- Robin J.
Nicola C.
5.0
Nicola is very responsive, communicative, and easy to work with. She did wonderful with my little one and my little girl is a handful! Her experience as a pre-school teacher is awesome and she has lots of ideas how to work with kids and entertain them. It was always pleasant having her watch my...
- Heidi V.
Shaylin P.
5.0
We hired Shaylin to watch our son (5months old) in home, 4 days a week for 3 months while we get situated with going back to work. She has been a great help and gets along great with him. She has helped communicate new skills he's been developing as he's grown while in her care as well.
- Chloe L.
Hannah B.
5.0
Hannah is always on time, very caring, and we feel safe leaving our kids with her. Trying to break away and get out of the house with attached children is always hard for them and us, our kids enjoy having her watch them and it's getting easier every time! Coming back to the house and finding the...
- Chris C.
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FAQs for after school child care in University Place, WA
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in University Place, WA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in University Place, WA through Care.com will cost an average of $17.00 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 University Place, WA?
Care.com currently has 1 after school child care providers in University Place, 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 University Place, WA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in University Place, 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 University Place, 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.