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60 after school child care are listed in Wakefield, MA
The average posted rate is $41/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 5 years
After school child care in Wakefield, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an individual with a Master of Science Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I am looking to nanny or babysit after school hours or early evenings beginning Fall 2020. I have previous experience working with preschool and school-aged children in a variety of settings. As a nanny or babysitter, I would love to make my time...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Can't say enough good things about Lauren. She was an absolute pleasure to have around and the kids adored her. The kids say she is super funny and very kind and you can see that she genuinely loves playing with them. She joined us for a few days on vacation so the...
Arianna N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Katie and I have been working with children for 15 years now. I've worked with children of all ages and have experience with multiples as well! I enjoy reading and creating art projects, and of course being outside with the children.
I currently have my bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and a Masters in...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Katie is amazing. She is kind, patient, reliable and loving to our 6 month old daughter. We were secretly hoping she didn't get a teaching job, because we would have kept her on as long as she would have us! She is a lovely person, and gets our highest...
Andrea P.
Hello
I'm a mom of a 13 year old daughter. I'm looking for some part time work after school. I'm available to pickup/drop off. I can also run some errands and pickup around the house. With the nice weather approaching I enjoy being outdoors, walking, going to the park, and I don't mind pets. Looking forward to a safe and happy...
Melinda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kayla J.
Medford, MA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked at a program through the YMCA called, Summer Reading Learning Loss Prevention Program. I had the opportunity to work with third graders. My job title was an assistant teacher. My role as an assistant teacher was being responsible for assisting children with their reading and writing skills, and building communication...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kayla is very loving and responsible. "
Lynne J.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Eliza.
I'm an energetic, warm and responsible sitter with over a decade of experience working with children of all ages, from infants to teens.
I lead with compassion and meet kids where they're at: aka I'm up for legos, reading, playing outside, sports, crafts, you name it! Here's an overview:
- Babysitting over...
Eliza can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eliza is a gem! She has a natural gift of connecting with children. I have always found her to be warm, kind and extremely caring. Her positive energy and warm nature make her a joy to be around and I always felt at ease knowing my children were in her care. From...
Alissa S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children since I was very young, beginning with watching my two young siblings at age 11. I then went on to watch my neighbors children, three days a week after school. Then when I was 16, I got a job at the Melrose YMCA After-School Program and loved it. I was there three years. I have had many jobs in...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is an energetic and competent caregiver. We were so glad to find her, and sad that we couldn't have her with us longer. Our son loves his time with her, and lights up when she's around. She is, as another Mom said to me when I first interviewed her, a great...
Mary G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Diane. I am CPR certified. I have babysat for several Winchester families on a long term basis. I am available for morning, after school pickup and afternoon/evening care. I am very engaging and truly enjoy spending time with children and teenagers. Please contact me with any questions. I have references...
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"We love Diane! She has been with us for seven years and I highly recommend her! I have four children (ages 2-13) and she is fantastic with them. My little ones are so excited when they know she's coming. She is fun, reliable, and responsible- and most...
Laura R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her highly!"
Amy B.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My passion for working with kids came naturally at a young age babysitting for my little cousins, neighborhood families and family friends. Growing up I would go to work with my mother, who worked in the Winthrop Public school systems as an occupational, and through this, I found that I had a strong passion for...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Briana T.
Everett, MA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Briana I am 25 years old. When I turned 14, I started watching my little cousins and realized how much I love children. I continued to babysit, and when I turned 17 I got my first job at an after school program where I took on an important role of caring for children from grades kindergarten to eighth grade. I...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Briana is an amazing babysitter and great with early childhood aged children. She is very warm-hearted, kind, and a hard worker. Briana actively plays with the kids, does arts and crafts with them, and makes sure that they are doing some type of activity during...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently a nanny for an 18-month-old boy in the South End. Unfortunately this position is coming to an end.
I'm best suited and happy as a nanny despite having a business degree. I wholeheartedly love working with children. Being around children is effortless and a natural gift of mine. I'm the eldest child of several...
Chauna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chauna came to the rescue when our regular sitter had a last minute conflict and we needed coverage while we worked from home. She is a real-life Mary Poppins w an intuitive gift for connecting with children. Her presence is calming. She asked thoughtful questions...
Care member
5.0
(1)
My name is Olivia and I am 26 years old. I completed my BFA degree at Emerson College and work in marketing from M-F. I have experience working with pre-K - middle school aged children in nannying, tutoring, and after-school programs. I love creative activities, especially anything art and writing! I am CPR and AED certified as...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia volunteered as a youth mentor in our non-profit program for two years. She is dedicated, reliable and communicative. Olivia engaged her mentee in enrichment activities each week, encouraging creativity, physical activity and academic interests. Olivia...
Maureen D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Nurturing and Reliable Educator & Professional Nanny. I look forward to reading stories with your children, engaging in dramatic play, and wandering in the woods. My curious nature leads children to explore the world and try new things. My goal is to foster children's social and emotional development. This includes creating a...
Deborah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"We were incredibly fortunate to have Debbie care for our children. We had a nanny share and she looked after our two children, aged 1 years old and 6 months when she started, with exceptional care and dedication. Debbie always ensured they had appropriate...
Care member
Sarah M.
Somerville, MA
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun Caregiver With Theater And Elementary Education Background!
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced and fun caregiver with a background in elementary education and theater education. For the past two years I have worked as an instructional assistant at an elementary school in Newton and substituted grades K-5th, and provided intervention instruction in math. I was also the program manager for the after...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah was a wonderful employee! She showed up everyday with a smile on her face. She worked with children ranging from Kindergarten to 5th grade in the after-school program I run. Sarah was patient and energetic, her theater background helped her keep kids...
Katie K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Julisa and I am 33 years old. I have a variety of experience ranging from daycare centers, after-school programs and high school dorms. I've also nannied for several families, individual as well as nanny shares.
Currently looking to fill a part time mothers helper position. I can help with light cleaning,...
Julisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Julisa is amazing with my five month old. She always arrives at work with projects in mind to do with him. My son loves being with her and gives her a big smile every time he sees her. When you're a working mom and can't be around your kid all day you really want...
Hayley B.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Melissa! I'm a School Counselor at a local high school, and I'm seeking a part-time, after-school nanny position during the school year, with summer availability if needed. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Salem State University in 2017 and started my career as a preschool teacher and ABA...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Melissa is a fantastic babysitter! She is very trustworthy, comfortable driving with kids, loving and fun but also keeps the kids in line with our rules! We gave worked with her for a number of years and enjoyed working with her! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Throughout the past decade, I have had a variety of childcare jobs including after school programs, day camps, regular babysitting, and most recently as a nanny for a few different families. While I have experience with a range of ages, I especially enjoy working with infants, toddlers, & preschool age children.
When on the...
Kate can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kate is one of the most caring people I know. She is an absolute natural with children. My daughters (ages 4, 3, & 1) liked from the moment they met her, and they look forward to every time Kate comes over. Kate is responsible and trustworthy, and I know she would...
Angelina W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Clare. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember over the last 10 years, and have extensive experience with kids of any and all ages. I have nannied for multiple families with infants/children below 12 months, assisted with transport of kids for after-school activities, and worked with many special...
Clare can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Clare babysat for us while we vacationed in NYC.
She was a pleasure and we would be happy to use her anytime we come to town"
Cassidy D.
Natasha H.
Medford, MA
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"
Care member
Felicia E.
Winthrop, MA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Felicia; I am 22 and from Winthrop, Massachusetts. I developed a passion for childcare about 8 years ago when my nephew was born. I would visit him after school on a daily basis to spend time with him and immediately became intrigued by early childhood development. I have about 2 years of experience working at...
Felicia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Felicia is a fantastic caregiver. My son who is almost 5 loves her and talks about her often. Felicia is also great and comfortable with babies. She's loving, caring and respectful towards us and our children which was very important to us. We highly recommend her...
Ashley B.
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Wakefield, MA
Lauren P.
5.0
Can't say enough good things about Lauren. She was an absolute pleasure to have around and the kids adored her. The kids say she is super funny and very kind and you can see that she genuinely loves playing with them. She joined us for a few days on vacation so the adults could have some help and...
- Arianna N.
Katie S.
5.0
Katie is amazing. She is kind, patient, reliable and loving to our 6 month old daughter. We were secretly hoping she didn't get a teaching job, because we would have kept her on as long as she would have us! She is a lovely person, and gets our highest recommendation.
- Andrea P.
Kayla J.
5.0
Kayla is very loving and responsible.
- Lynne J.
Eliza F.
5.0
Eliza is a warm and caring sitter, up for all kinds of creative play with our 2 yr old. She is dependable and has great communication. We've been doing 2 mornings a week with Eliza and would highly recommend her to other families.
- Rachel F.
Sarah W.
5.0
Sarah has been an absolute blessing to our family, and we feel beyond lucky to have found her! We were looking for a nanny for our newborn last year, and Sarah reached out to propose a nanny share with her son who was only one month apart in age. We loved Sarah from the second we met her, and we're...
- Lynelle A.
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FAQs for after school child care in Wakefield, MA
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Wakefield, MA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Wakefield, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $41.67 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 Wakefield, MA?
Care.com currently has 3 after school child care providers in Wakefield, MA. 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 Wakefield, MA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Wakefield, MA 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 Wakefield, MA, 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.